Decorative Objects
Antique, New and Vintage Decorative Objects
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Cut Glass, Mirror, Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century Spanish Decorative Objects
Terracotta
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Leather, Fabric, Glass
Mid-20th Century French Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Decorative Objects
Glass
1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s French Modern Decorative Objects
Other
2010s French Modern Decorative Objects
Other
20th Century Unknown Other Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s Australian Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Aluminum
2010s Australian Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Aluminum
2010s Australian Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
2010s Australian Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Malachite, Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Blown Glass, Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Uranium Glass
Late 20th Century American Modern Decorative Objects
Composition
1970s French Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects
Crystal
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Decorative Objects
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Brass
2010s German Modern Decorative Objects
Clay
20th Century Japanese Decorative Objects
Wood
20th Century Chinese Decorative Objects
Bronze
1960s Vintage Decorative Objects
Paper
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Decorative Objects
Enamel, Copper
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects
Brass, Enamel
2010s French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Marble, Metal
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Decorative Objects
Wood
20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Porcelain
20th Century Chinese Decorative Objects
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Other Decorative Objects
Stoneware
20th Century Chinese Decorative Objects
Bronze
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 2000s Dutch Decorative Objects
Ceramic
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
2010s American Modern Decorative Objects
Reclaimed Wood, Paint
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Travertine
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s Lebanese Modern Decorative Objects
Onyx, Gold Leaf
1960s Spanish Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Brass
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Decorative Objects
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Objects
Quartz, Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Decorative Objects
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Objects
Quartz, Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Decorative Objects
Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary American Decorative Objects
Aluminum
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
1850s Czech Aesthetic Movement Antique Decorative Objects
Blown Glass, Glass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects
Porcelain
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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