Decorative Objects
Antique, New and Vintage Decorative Objects
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
Early 20th Century Japanese Decorative Objects
Bronze
Early 2000s American Modern Decorative Objects
Reclaimed Wood, Paint
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Objects
Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Gold Leaf
2010s Mexican Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Acrylic
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Bronze
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
15th Century and Earlier Canadian Antique Decorative Objects
Other
2010s Decorative Objects
Marble, Stainless Steel
2010s Chinese Modern Decorative Objects
Fiberglass
2010s American Decorative Objects
Iron
2010s Mexican Decorative Objects
Glass
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s American Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Stainless Steel
20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Resin
2010s Spanish Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary American Decorative Objects
Aluminum
Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Decorative Objects
Birch
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Objects
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Paint
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel
1970s French Brutalist Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Marble
2010s Pakistani Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Marble
2010s Mexican Industrial Decorative Objects
Epoxy Resin
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Decorative Objects
Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Objects
Stone, Silver Plate, Brass
15th Century and Earlier Antique Decorative Objects
Other
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects
Majolica, Terracotta
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Folk Art Decorative Objects
Hardwood, Paint
2010s American Decorative Objects
Brass
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Decorative Objects
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Objects
Quartz, Marble
2010s French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Marble, Spelter
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects
Acrylic
1960s Italian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Decorative Objects
Brass
1920s Swedish Neoclassical Vintage Decorative Objects
19th Century British Georgian Antique Decorative Objects
Silver, Copper
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Coral
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Marble, Spelter
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1960s Spanish Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
19th Century Thai Antique Decorative Objects
Marble, Bronze
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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