Decorative Objects
Antique, New and Vintage Decorative Objects
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Glass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Metal
2010s Danish Brutalist Decorative Objects
Glass
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Decorative Objects
Paper
20th Century Other Decorative Objects
Bronze
2010s Danish Brutalist Decorative Objects
Paper
2010s Pakistani Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Marble
1950s Danish Arts and Crafts Vintage Decorative Objects
Wood
2010s French Minimalist Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Decorative Objects
Marble, Metal
19th Century Japanese Antique Decorative Objects
Iron
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects
Porcelain
2010s Decorative Objects
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Decorative Objects
Gold Plate
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Coral
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1970s Swedish Vintage Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Marble
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Marble
Late 19th Century British Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Decorative Objects
Plaster
2010s American Decorative Objects
Stoneware
20th Century Chinese Decorative Objects
Walnut
19th Century British Georgian Antique Decorative Objects
Silver, Copper
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Murrine
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Fabric, Glass
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Rock Crystal
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Marble
2010s Portuguese Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Natural Fiber
Late 20th Century Italian Decorative Objects
Marble
2010s Indian Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Decorative Objects
Brass, Gold Leaf
Late 19th Century French Antique Decorative Objects
Rosewood
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1780s French Louis XVI Antique Decorative Objects
Carrara Marble, Ormolu
Late 20th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Marble
2010s Modern Decorative Objects
Lacquer
2010s French Sporting Art Decorative Objects
Plaster
19th Century Peruvian Folk Art Antique Decorative Objects
Marble
18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Decorative Objects
Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf
19th Century French Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
2010s Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Sandstone, Steel
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Concrete
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Decorative Objects
Wood
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
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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