Decorative Objects
1980s American Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Marble, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 2000s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Stone, Brass
Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Antique Decorative Objects
Enamel, Pewter
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Concrete
21st Century and Contemporary American Decorative Objects
Clay
Mid-19th Century Antique Decorative Objects
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Decorative Objects
Metal
Early 19th Century Swedish Early Victorian Antique Decorative Objects
Pine
1960s Unknown Hollywood Regency Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
1950s European Vintage Decorative Objects
Plaster
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Porcelain
20th Century Unknown Decorative Objects
Marble
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1950s Chinese Vintage Decorative Objects
Jade
20th Century French Decorative Objects
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Crystal
15th Century and Earlier French Antique Decorative Objects
Quartz
Early 20th Century Industrial Decorative Objects
Steel
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
2010s Greek Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Marble, Brass, Chrome
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Marble
1960s European Space Age Vintage Decorative Objects
Lead
2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Objects
Onyx
Late 20th Century Modern Decorative Objects
Marble
Late 20th Century Decorative Objects
Stainless Steel
1920s Swiss Arts and Crafts Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
20th Century French Decorative Objects
Glass
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Lucite, Acrylic
2010s American Decorative Objects
Cement, Concrete
Late 20th Century Czech Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Objects
Breccia Marble
19th Century French Antique Decorative Objects
Plaster
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
19th Century Unknown Antique Decorative Objects
Coral
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Pewter
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Crystal
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Marble
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Onyx
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Pewter
1970s Vintage Decorative Objects
Canvas, Acrylic
1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Chrome
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Decorative Objects
Agate, Nickel
2010s Argentine Modern Decorative Objects
Stone, Onyx
19th Century Neoclassical Revival Antique Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Decorative Objects
Crystal, Quartz, Other
Mid-20th Century European Decorative Objects
Pottery
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
20th Century Italian Decorative Objects
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Cotton
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Stone, Nickel
1980s Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Marble, Spelter
2010s French Decorative Objects
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Statuary Marble
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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These Soft Sculptures Are Childhood Imaginary Friends Come to Life
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This Rare Set of 100 Alessi Vases Includes Designs by Scores of International Artists
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