Decorative Objects
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s Colombian Decorative Objects
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
Early 2000s Dutch Minimalist Decorative Objects
Zinc
Early 2000s Dutch Minimalist Decorative Objects
Zinc
21st Century and Contemporary French Decorative Objects
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary French Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s French Minimalist Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s Danish Minimalist Decorative Objects
Granite
2010s Minimalist Decorative Objects
Porcelain
2010s Minimalist Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Porcelain
2010s Indian Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Bronze
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Pewter
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Minimalist Decorative Objects
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Terracotta
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass, Nickel
2010s Italian Minimalist Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Clay
2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Objects
Resin
21st Century and Contemporary Malaysian Modern Decorative Objects
Copper
2010s American Minimalist Decorative Objects
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Objects
Steel
Mid-19th Century Antique Decorative Objects
Terracotta
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Objects
Polystyrene
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Objects
Polystyrene
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Stoneware
2010s Italian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Steel
20th Century European Modern Decorative Objects
Cement
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Objects
Marble
2010s Turkish Classical Greek Decorative Objects
Statuary Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
2010s Peruvian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
2010s British Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Copper
1970s English Industrial Vintage Decorative Objects
Steel, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary North American Decorative Objects
Rope, Blown Glass
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
2010s Italian Minimalist Decorative Objects
Stone
2010s Italian Minimalist Decorative Objects
Stone
2010s Italian Minimalist Decorative Objects
Stone
2010s Italian Minimalist Decorative Objects
Stone
2010s Italian Minimalist Decorative Objects
Stone
2010s Indian Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French Decorative Objects
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Marble
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Concrete, Cement
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Cotton
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
1940s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Objects
Quartz, Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Decorative Objects
Steel
Antique, New and Vintage Decorative Objects
Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style.
Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.
Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation. Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?
Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”
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African Travel Plans on Hold? This Ardmore Leopard Vase Brings the Beauty of the Savanna to You
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
With a High-Tech Flagship and Cool Collabs, Lladró Is Breaking the Mold for Porcelain Production
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
Zoë Powell’s Magnolia 05 Vessel Is Handmade from Clay She Unearthed Herself
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.
8 Ways to Breathe New Life into a Space with Plants
The pair behind the Instagram account @houseplantclub share their tips for making any room of the house gloriously green.
Paris Gallerist Sandy Toupenet Gets Fired Up over 20th-Century Ceramics and Inventive New Makers
Her space on the city’s Left Bank mixes mid-century pieces by the likes of Jean Cocteau and Pablo Picasso with whimsical contemporary creations.
These Soft Sculptures Are Childhood Imaginary Friends Come to Life
Miami artist and designer Gabriela Noelle’s fantastical creations appeal to the Peter Pan in all of us.
This Vivacious Teapot Has Agnes Martin on One Side and Jean-Michel Basquiat on the Other
Ceramist Roberto Lugo brings a street-art sensibility to a dainty serving vessel while paying homage to his artistic heroes.
This Rare Set of 100 Alessi Vases Includes Designs by Scores of International Artists
Alessandro Mendini, Michael Graves, Ettore Sottsass and other design luminaries contributed to this unusual collection of porcelain wares representing a time capsule of late-20th-century decorative art.