Decorative Objects
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Decorative Objects
Marble
18th Century European Louis XVI Antique Decorative Objects
Terracotta
20th Century Decorative Objects
Wood
20th Century Italian Other Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century Unknown Other Decorative Objects
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Unknown Rustic Decorative Objects
Ceramic
20th Century American Craftsman Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Pottery
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1970s American Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass, Opaline Glass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Blown Glass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Aluminum
20th Century North American Decorative Objects
Metal
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Iron
19th Century French Other Antique Decorative Objects
Brass
20th Century Czech Industrial Decorative Objects
Concrete
1930s English Industrial Vintage Decorative Objects
Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
Early 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Decorative Objects
Wood, Lacquer
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
21st Century and Contemporary British Decorative Objects
Brass
20th Century English Decorative Objects
Paint, Porcelain
18th Century French Rustic Antique Decorative Objects
Iron
19th Century English Victorian Antique Decorative Objects
Brass
1990s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Decorative Objects
Carrara Marble, Bronze
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Chrome
1910s Chinese Qing Vintage Decorative Objects
Silver
1930s Danish Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Plastic
Mid-20th Century Japanese Decorative Objects
Brass, Enamel
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Decorative Objects
Wood, Paint
1970s Bohemian Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Paint
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Oak
1980s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Steel
1880s Swiss Black Forest Antique Decorative Objects
Tin
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Decorative Objects
Bronze
19th Century French Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Decorative Objects
Oak, Giltwood
Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Decorative Objects
Carrara Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Leather, Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Leather, Glass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Wood
18th Century Dutch Antique Decorative Objects
Paper
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Decorative Objects
Crystal
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Plastic
20th Century French Decorative Objects
Wood
Early 20th Century German Decorative Objects
Alabaster, Marble
Mid-20th Century Japanese Decorative Objects
Iron
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Decorative Objects
Hardwood
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Copper
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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