Decorative Objects
20th Century Japanese Primitive Decorative Objects
Wood
2010s Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Coral
15th Century and Earlier Uruguayan Antique Decorative Objects
Agate, Amethyst, Quartz
Late 20th Century Decorative Objects
Iron
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Majolica, Terracotta
1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Decorative Objects
Stoneware
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Pewter
2010s Japanese Tribal Decorative Objects
Wood
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects
Sandstone
1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Hardwood
1780s English George III Antique Decorative Objects
Silver
15th Century and Earlier Brazilian Antique Decorative Objects
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Bronze
2010s Brazilian Decorative Objects
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
19th Century English Antique Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s Decorative Objects
Travertine
20th Century Italian Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Leather
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Gold Plate
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Brass
20th Century American Decorative Objects
Gold, Sterling Silver
1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Silver Plate
Late 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Metal, Bronze
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Steel
16th Century Chinese Other Antique Decorative Objects
Pottery
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Giltwood, Paint, Fabric, Velvet
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Walnut
2010s Brazilian Decorative Objects
Crystal, Rock Crystal
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
1920s Danish Vintage Decorative Objects
Pewter
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Majolica, Terracotta
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Decorative Objects
Crystal
2010s New Zealand Decorative Objects
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Decorative Objects
Crystal
1980s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Marble
Early 20th Century Chinese Export Decorative Objects
Porcelain
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Decorative Objects
Wood
19th Century British Antique Decorative Objects
Brass
20th Century French Decorative Objects
Earthenware
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Bronze
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Decorative Objects
Earthenware
19th Century American Primitive Antique Decorative Objects
Copper, Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
2010s Brazilian Decorative Objects
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Late 20th Century Victorian Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze, Copper
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
Mid-17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze, Iron
Late 19th Century French Antique Decorative Objects
Opaline Glass
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Pine
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Straw
2010s Brazilian Decorative Objects
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
1980s Organic Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
15th Century and Earlier American Antique Decorative Objects
Other
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
20th Century Unknown Japonisme Decorative Objects
Bronze
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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