Decorative Objects
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Marble, Spelter
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass
1890s Russian Neoclassical Antique Decorative Objects
Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Decorative Objects
Walnut
1970s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Mexican Decorative Objects
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan American Craftsman Decorative Objects
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Tourmaline, Other
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
1880s English Late Victorian Antique Decorative Objects
Wood
Early 20th Century Swedish Modern Decorative Objects
Terracotta
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Brutalist Decorative Objects
Steel
1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Pewter
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
1970s Italian Industrial Vintage Decorative Objects
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Objects
Brass
1740s German Rococo Antique Decorative Objects
Ormolu
1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 19th Century American American Classical Antique Decorative Objects
Glass, Blown Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Decorative Objects
Gold Plate
19th Century German Antique Decorative Objects
Meissen
Early 2000s Decorative Objects
Ceramic
18th Century English George III Antique Decorative Objects
Copper, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Objects
Quartz, Marble
2010s Japanese Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
2010s French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Belgian Black Marble, Metal
Late 19th Century English Antique Decorative Objects
Mercury Glass
20th Century Italian Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1960s Israeli Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Iron
1910s Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Steel
19th Century German Rococo Revival Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Decorative Objects
Ironstone
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Decorative Objects
Hardwood
2010s South African Minimalist Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Clay, Stoneware
Mid-20th Century Burmese Country Decorative Objects
Rattan
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Glass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1920s American Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver
2010s Turkish Classical Greek Decorative Objects
Statuary Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Objects
Lacquer, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Marble
1980s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Crystal, Rock Crystal
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Plastic
Mid-20th Century Chinese Decorative Objects
Rattan, Bamboo
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
Early 20th Century Italian Decorative Objects
Glass
Early 1900s Czech Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Glass
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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