Decorative Objects
2010s Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Limestone
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Terracotta
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
20th Century Chinese Export Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1970s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Metallic Thread
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
1970s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Objects
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1910s German Jugendstil Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1880s Japanese Victorian Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Early 2000s French Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Decorative Objects
Faience, Porcelain
Early 2000s Decorative Objects
Glass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
Early 1900s Jugendstil Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Crystal
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Resin, Plaster
1950s French French Provincial Vintage Decorative Objects
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Decorative Objects
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Pottery, Paint
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Ribbon
1910s English Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Porcelain
2010s Swedish Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1970s Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Baroque Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
20th Century French Other Decorative Objects
Glass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
2010s American Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s Mexican Decorative Objects
Travertine, Marble
21st Century and Contemporary South African Decorative Objects
Pottery
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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This Rare Set of 100 Alessi Vases Includes Designs by Scores of International Artists
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