Decorative Objects
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
15th Century and Earlier American Organic Modern Antique Decorative Objects
Shell, Organic Material
1960s German Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Pewter
15th Century and Earlier American Organic Modern Antique Decorative Objects
Shell, Organic Material
Mid-20th Century European Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects
Wood
15th Century and Earlier Unknown Organic Modern Antique Decorative Objects
Shell, Organic Material
15th Century and Earlier Unknown Organic Modern Antique Decorative Objects
Shell, Organic Material
20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Coral
Early 20th Century German Folk Art Decorative Objects
Terracotta, Ceramic
20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Coral
1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Decorative Objects
Bronze
1910s German Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Coral
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Majolica, Terracotta
1930s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
1930s Austrian Folk Art Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Wire
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Lucite
Mid-18th Century German Biedermeier Antique Decorative Objects
Brass, Copper
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Ormolu
Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Stone
1940s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Alabaster
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Mahogany
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Majolica, Terracotta
Early 20th Century German Bauhaus Decorative Objects
Chrome, Brass, Iron
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Paper
1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Wood
1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Rattan
1940s German Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Pottery
1960s German Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
Late 20th Century American American Colonial Decorative Objects
Metal
15th Century and Earlier American Organic Modern Antique Decorative Objects
Organic Material
1950s Italian Other Vintage Decorative Objects
Wood, Paint, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Pottery
1990s Japanese Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Decorative Objects
Metal, Spelter, Gold Leaf
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Decorative Objects
Brass, Iron, Enamel
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects
Shell
1960s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects
Beech
1880s German Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Metal
1980s Chinese Qing Vintage Decorative Objects
Enamel
1960s German Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass, Slag Glass
1940s American Adirondack Vintage Decorative Objects
Wood
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass
1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Wood
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
1920s American Adirondack Vintage Decorative Objects
Iron
15th Century and Earlier Moroccan Organic Modern Antique Decorative Objects
Shell, Organic Material
20th Century Hong Kong Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Paint
Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects
Porcelain
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Wood, Hardwood
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Gold Leaf
1970s Egyptian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Marble, Metal
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.