Decorative Objects
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Porcelain
Late 19th Century English Antique Decorative Objects
Tortoise Shell
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Art Nouveau Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1990s American Decorative Objects
Ceramic
20th Century Japanese Decorative Objects
Bamboo
1910s Vintage Decorative Objects
Silver Plate, Silver, Metal
2010s Brazilian Decorative Objects
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Early 2000s American Art Nouveau Decorative Objects
Bronze
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Lucite
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Decorative Objects
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Objects
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Decorative Objects
Gold Leaf, Bronze
2010s Modern Decorative Objects
Lacquer
2010s Modern Decorative Objects
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Decorative Objects
Composition, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century British Decorative Objects
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Decorative Objects
Resin
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Objects
Paper
1930s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Bakelite
1970s German Brutalist Vintage Decorative Objects
Plywood
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Wood
2010s French Decorative Objects
Copper
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
2010s Decorative Objects
Rock Crystal
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Crystal
2010s Italian Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
2010s French Decorative Objects
Copper
Late 20th Century North American Country Decorative Objects
Other
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Decorative Objects
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Decorative Objects
Bronze
2010s Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Late 20th Century American Modern Decorative Objects
Plaster
Mid-20th Century Greek Kinetic Decorative Objects
Marble, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Decorative Objects
Bronze
2010s French Decorative Objects
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Earthenware, Plaster, Wood
1960s Portuguese Hollywood Regency Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Porcelain, Wood
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Metal
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Stoneware
2010s French Decorative Objects
Copper
20th Century North American Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1970s Czech Organic Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso
21st Century and Contemporary German Decorative Objects
Resin
1980s Italian Organic Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Antique and Vintage Decorative Objects for Sale: Find Vases, Bowls, Boxes and Clocks on 1stDibs
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 antique and vintage 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.”
To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.
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