Decorative Objects
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Chrome
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Plastic
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Decorative Objects
Wood, Paint
1880s Swiss Black Forest Antique Decorative Objects
Tin
1980s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Steel
1970s Bohemian Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Paint
1960s Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Decorative Objects
Bronze
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Decorative Objects
Oak, Giltwood
2010s Mexican American Colonial Decorative Objects
Clay
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Leather, Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Leather, Glass
Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Decorative Objects
Carrara Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Plastic
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Decorative Objects
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Plastic
Mid-20th Century Japanese Decorative Objects
Iron
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Limestone
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Copper
1930s English Industrial Vintage Decorative Objects
Steel, Enamel
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Brass
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Decorative Objects
Iron
Late 19th Century French Art Deco Antique Decorative Objects
Brass
1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
1960s Indian Agra Vintage Decorative Objects
Giltwood
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Copper
2010s South African Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass, Bronze
1960s Swiss Vintage Decorative Objects
Cement
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Marble
2010s American Decorative Objects
Brass
19th Century American Industrial Antique Decorative Objects
Steel, Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Objects
Lacquer, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Metal
2010s Modern Decorative Objects
Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Pine
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Marble, Stone, Metal, Bronze
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
2010s British Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Clay, Porcelain
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Metal, Brass
1950s Indonesian Organic Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Teak
2010s Afghan Decorative Objects
Lapis Lazuli
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Iron, Gold
Mid-19th Century American Antique Decorative Objects
Driftwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Iron
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Copper
20th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency Decorative Objects
Porcelain
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 1900s English Baroque Revival Antique Decorative Objects
Marble
Late 18th Century Northern Irish Chippendale Antique Decorative Objects
Brass, Iron
19th Century French Rococo Revival Antique Decorative Objects
Marble
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Decorative Objects
Brass
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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This Rare Set of 100 Alessi Vases Includes Designs by Scores of International Artists
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