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Decorative Objects For Sale
Creator: Barovier&Toso
Creator: Gustavsberg
Barovier Toso Murano Yellow Spots Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Flower Form Bowl
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown bright yellow and gold flecks Italian art glass flower form bowl or ashtray. Documented to the Barovier e Toso company. The bowl is decorated with...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg in an elegant shape with both plumpness and strictness. Rich dark brown hare’s fur glaze. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his ...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Large Mid Century Modern Barovier e Toso Red Gold Infused Shell Bowl 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
Dynamic and divine Barovier & Toso large scallop shell bowl. Exquisite in red with much gold leaf and a white Pulegoso bubbly underside. Great scal...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

Wilhelm Kåge, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-glazed stoneware vase designed by Wilhelm Kåge and produced by Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960s.
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

White and Gold 'Surrea' Vase by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful 'Guldsurrea' stoneware vase with 'Carrara' glaze and gold details. Made by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg Studio in Sweden, 1950s. Good condition. Some tiny firing spots a...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Barovier Toso Murano Gold Leaf White Trim Italian Art Glass Gondola Footed Bowl
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown gold flecks Italian art glass Venetian gondola shaped bowl. The bowl is documented to the Barovier e Toso Company. The piece has a white lined cri...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Mid-century modern miniature vase "Castrol" by Swen Wejsfeldt, Gustavsberg
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A very rare handmade vintage miniature pottery vase known as "Castrol" made and signed by Swen Wejsfeldt for Gustavsberg, Sweden. This is an ...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1969
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware bowl with amazing hare’s fur glaze. Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1969. Great condition. Incised signa...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware "Gnurgla" Vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely miniature stoneware vase by Stig Lindberg, model called “Gnurgla”. Unique, in a whimsical, smooth drop form. Glazed glossy nuances of rich brown.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Modernist Miniature Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Miniature stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg in a plump apple form. Vibrant blue hare’s fur glaze. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his stoneware vases and vess...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Berndt Friberg, Vase, Black / Brown-Glazed Stoneware, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1976
Located in High Point, NC
A black and brown-glazed stoneware vase designed by Berndt Friberg and produced by Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1976.
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Monumental Barovier e Toso Murano Modern Glass Vase
Located in Culver City, CA
A monumental blue red and clear Murano art glass vase made by Ercole Barovier for Barovier e Toso. Italy, circa 1990s. This elegant, yet still whimsical vase features a gorgeous wavy / curvy design and a fantastic graduated shape. The body of this Barovier e Toso Murano vase...
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1990s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Faience Vase by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1966
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful faience vase with amazing decor. Designed by Stig Lindberg in Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1966. Excellent condition. Signed with the Gustavsberg studio hand. Stig Lindb...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Faience

Barovier Toso Murano Gray Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Decorative Flower Bowl
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown gray and gold flecks Italian art glass flower shaped bowl. Documented to designer Ercole Barovier for Barovier e Toso, circa 1960s. Created in the...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Unique White Stoneware Vase by Stig Lindberg. Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden 1960s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful and unique stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Made by Stig Lindberg in Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden. 1960s. Excellent condition. Incised "Stig L" and Gustavsberg studio ha...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Mid-Century Scandinavian Stig Lindberg Reptil Matte White Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg Reptil ceramic matte white vase. It retains the original labels on the bottom.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Swedish Ceramic Vase in Blue Hare’s Fur Glaze by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg
Located in Örebro, SE
This is the 1953 Berndt Friberg vase in mint condition from Gustavsberg. It comes in a beautiful hare’s fur glaze in a shade of blue that changes depending on from what direction th...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Murano Pezzato Art Glass Ashtray by Barovier & Toso 1950s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Murano Pezzato Art Glass Ashtray by Barovier & Toso 1950s A heavy Murano art glass ashtray designed by Ercole Barovier and manufactured by Barovier & Toso, Italy circa 1950s. Heavy hot moulded glass internally decorated with opaline and light green glass plates...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in an elegant sleek form. Beautiful dark blue hare’s fur glaze. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his stoneware vases and ves...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Unique Midcentury Floor Vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Unique stoneware floor vase by Stig Lindberg, in a whimsical design of a large vase and a small one attached to each other. Sleek forms with rich, vibrant oxblood red glaze with aqua...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Ercole Barovier, vase from 'Dorico' series, 1960
Located in Zurich, CH
Ercole Barovier (1889-1974), vase from 'Dorico' series, 1960 fused glass tesserae in transparent and white glass produced by Barovier & Toso, Murano, Italy 28 x 11 cm very good co...
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1960s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Unique Midcentury Stoneware Sculpture by Bengt Berglund, Gustavsberg, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Unique stoneware sculpture by Bengt Berglund, in a whimsical, organic form reminiscent of a mushroom. Beautiful jade, brown and blue colored glaze with a glossy surface, gathering in...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Carl-arne Breger Plastic Watering Cans Pitchers Gustavsberg Sweden Black White
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Pair of sculptural. Very good vintage condition, one retains paper label.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Plastic

Stig Lindberg Unique bowl/ vide poche in blue Glaze Made by Hand Sweden 60s
Located in Forest, BE
Brown glazed bowl / vide poche by Swedish master ceramicist Stig Lindberg. From light brown on the edges to dark blackVarious shades of blue. There's...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Barovier e Toso Candle Holders Murano Glass 1940 Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Barovier e Toso.
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1940s Italian Other Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Barovier Toso Murano Gold Flecks Ruby Red Vines Italian Art Glass Ashtray Bowl
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and rare, vintage Murano hand blown gold flecks and bright red vine leaf design Italian art glass bowl or ashtray. Documented to designer Ercole Barovier for the Barovier e...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Large Faience Ceramic Bowl and Plate by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg
Located in New York, NY
Stunning large Faience ceramic bowl and plate by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. Milky white ceramic featuring a selection of flower motifs in bright colors painted by faience painter...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Barovier Toso Murano Iridescent Italian Art Glass Sculptural Conch Seashell Bowl
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, rare, vintage Murano hand blown clear iridescent Italian art glass sculptural conch shell bowl. Documented to designer Ercole Barovier for Barovier e Toso, circa 1940s. Cr...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Britt-Louise Sundell Large Cylinder Vase Scandinavian Modern Gustavsberg
Located in New York, NY
A cylinder shaped vase by Britt-Louise Sundell for Gustavsberg, circa 1960. The vase has a highly textured surface with and horizontal lines made ...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful, small stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in a curvesome form with blue hare’s fur glaze, blending into darker blue. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for h...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg in a tall, stately form. Brown hare’s fur glaze with blue around the rim and base. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

BAROVIER & TOSO - Cane in vetro di MURANO - Made in ITALY - 1950
Located in Milano, IT
BAROVIER & TOSO - bel cane disegnato e prodotto a MURANO, nelle fornace muranesi di BAROVIER & TOSO, negli anni 50 , con la raffinata accuratezza di questa raffinata ditta . Questo o...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1953
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware bowl with amazing hare’s fur glaze. Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1953. Great condition. Occasional gla...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Barovier Toso Murano Green Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Grapes Fruit Sculpture
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown green stripes and gold flecks Italian art glass wrap bunch fruit sculpture / figure. Documented to the Barovier e Toso Company...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Stig Lindberg Unique bowl/ vide poche in black Glaze Made by Hand Sweden 60s
Located in Forest, BE
Brown glazed bowl / vide poche by Swedish master ceramicist Stig Lindberg. From light brown on the edges to dark black. It is the Japanese tenmoku gl...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Stig Lindberg Unique bowl/ vide poche in black Glaze Made by Hand Sweden 60s
Located in Forest, BE
Brown glazed bowl / vide poche by Swedish master ceramicist Stig Lindberg. From light brown on the edges to dark black. It is the Japanese tenmoku gl...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

"Karneval" Faience vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Faience “Karneval” vase by Stig Lindberg, in a clean cylinder shape. Beautiful, playful motif of a woman riding a horse, a man playing a trumpet on the other side. The rim is unglaze...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Faience

Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1965
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing hare’s fur glaze. Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden. Excellent condition. Incised signatur...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Stoneware Vase by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Made by Stig Lindberg in Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden. 1950s. Excellent condition. Impressed "Stig L.", "Drejargods" and Gustavsberg stu...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

White 'Surrea' Vase by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful 'Surrea' stoneware vase with 'Carrara' glaze. Made by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg Studio in Sweden, 1940s. Great condition. The glaze is a bit shinier than it usually ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Vase in Stoneware Designed by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsbergs Studio, Sweden
Located in Goteborg, SE
Vase in stoneware designed by Stig Lindberg at Gustavsbergs Studio, Sweden. This piece was made in 1970. The darker glaze is typical for Lindberg work in the late sixties and the be...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Scandinavian Modern Sgraffito Vase by Gunnar Wennerberg, for Gustavsberg, Sweden
By Gustavsberg, Gunnar Wennerberg
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish Art Nouveau sgraffito vase in blues designed by Gunnar Wennerberg for Gustavsberg, 1905. Measures: Height: 11”.
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Early 20th Century Scandinavian Art Nouveau Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Stoneware and Silver "Argenta" Vase by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Art Deco "Argenta" Vase was realized by the esteemed Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg in Sweden circa 1940. It features a subtly tapered conical stoneware body handpainted ...
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1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of 2 White 'Surrea' Vases by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of 2 beautiful 'Surrea' stoneware vases with 'Carrara' glaze. Made by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg Studio in Sweden, 1940s. Great condition. Wilhelm Kåge was a Swedish artis...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Rare Green Ercole Barovier Rostrato Murano Glass Vase for Barovier & Toso
Located in Roma, IT
Incredible mouth-blown Murano glass vase in rare green acquamarina rostrato from the middle of the last century. This wonderful object was produced in the 1940s in Italy by Ercole Ba...
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1940s European Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Scandinavian Modern Britt-Louise Sundell Bowl for Gustavsberg Studio with Flower
Located in New York, NY
A large unique studio bowl by Britt-Louise Sundell for Gustavsberg, Sweden. The bowl has a jade colored glaze and is detail in dark blue-black flowers. Signed on the bottom, circa 19...
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Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Berndt Friberg, Unique Piece, Bowl, Gustavsberg, 1960s
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
Product Description: Berndt Friberg was one of the most influential ceramists in mid-century Sweden, his works are still popular world-wide and are known for their elegance and beat...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware, Ceramic

Barovier Toso Murano Green Roses Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Gorgeous and large, early Murano hand blown gold flecks and green accents Italian art glass flower vase. Documented to the Barovier e Toso company, with original "Barovier & Toso Mur...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg in a smooth, bulbous form. Pale yellow hare’s fur glaze. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his stoneware vases and vessel...
Category

1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1977
Located in Stockholm, SE
Plump, round stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, with a compact neck. Brownish grey hare’s fur glaze with blue at the base and rim. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned f...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Barovier & Toso Murano Clear and Light Blue ¨Rostrato¨ Glass Vase, Italy, 1950´s
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Barovier & Toso Murano Clear and light blue Rostrato glass vase, Italy, 1950s Vintage / mid-century / Art Deco Blue Murano art glass vase made with...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Ercole Barovier for Barovier & Toso Aborigeni Murano Art Glass Bowl
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Ercole Barovier for Barovier & Toso Aborigeni Murano Art Glass Bowl A great Murano glass bowl in Aborigeni technique. Designed by Ercole Barovier and manufactured by Barovier & Toso...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

20th Century Italian Pair of Murano Glass Candle Holders by Barovier & Toso
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian pair of candleholders made of hand blown Pulegoso Murano glass, designed and produced by Barovier & Toso, in good condition. Wear consistent with...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Stig Lindberg, Vase Model Domino, Gustavsberg, Scandinavian Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stig Lindberg, tall vase model Domino, Gustavsberg, Scandinavian Modern. In good condition, smaller signs of age and wear. Lower edge with smaller chips. Marked: Gustavsberg, Stig L, Domino 2. 21-year-old Stig Lindberg managed to get an internship in the summer of 1973, a time when Gustavsberg porcelain factory was close to bankruptcy. It took about two months for Stig Lindberg to impress Gustavsberg's artistic director Wilhelm Kåge, and after the summer he was offered a position as Kåge's apprentice. When Wilhelm Kåge stepped down as artistic director at Gustavsberg in 1948, Stig Lindberg took over as AD and during his years at the porcelain factory he designed many of the most beloved designs, include Berså, Spisa Ribb...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Post Modern Flash Vases by Margareta Hennix for Gustavsberg, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Post Modern flash vases by Margaretha Hennix for Gustavsberg, Sweden, shaped as trees. Margareta Hennix is a Swedish ceramicist, glass artist and designer. During her long career as...
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1980s Swedish Post-Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware, Porcelain

Barovier Toso Murano Silver Gold Flecks Grapes Italian Art Glass Compote Bowl
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Gorgeous vintage Murano hand blown, silver and gold flecks with grape decoration Italian art glass compote bowl / vase. Documented to the Barovier e Toso company, circa 1930s-1940s. ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Leaf, Gold Leaf

Barovier Murano Pink Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Seashell Ring Dish Sculptures
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Please per item (4 available). Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown pink and gold flecks Italian art glass twisting seashell dishes / sculptures. Documented to the Barovier e Toso com...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Lisa Larson - Stora Zoo - Hippotamus and Little Bird - 1960s
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
Product Description:  Lisa Larson is arguably the most famous ceramist from Scandinavia. She is known for her cute looking animal figures as well as for unique design pieces. On off...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware, 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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