Decorative Objects
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
15th Century and Earlier Russian Antique Decorative Objects
Crystal, Other
Mid-20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Coral
1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1960s French French Provincial Vintage Decorative Objects
Cement, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
1860s Russian Victorian Antique Decorative Objects
Silver
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Pewter
2010s Namibian Decorative Objects
Crystal
2010s European Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Onyx
Late 19th Century Antique Decorative Objects
Steel
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Decorative Objects
Brass
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1880s French Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Majolica
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Wood
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Decorative Objects
Marble
19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Glass
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Lapis Lazuli, Marble
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Decorative Objects
Enamel, Ormolu
Mid-19th Century French Antique Decorative Objects
Plaster
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Multi-gemstone
Late 18th Century British George III Antique Decorative Objects
Brass
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Decorative Objects
Coral, Gold Leaf
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Glass
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass, Stainless Steel
1970s French Post-Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
1990s Mexican Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Silver
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Multi-gemstone
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Decorative Objects
Wood
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Stone, Onyx, Marble
2010s Spanish Decorative Objects
Pyrite
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
20th Century Japanese Modern Decorative Objects
Porcelain, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Wrought Iron
1960s European Brutalist Vintage Decorative Objects
Fiberglass
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Glass
Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Decorative Objects
Shell, Wood
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Art Glass
1880s French Country Antique Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Decorative Objects
Enamel
1960s Spanish French Provincial Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s Congolese Decorative Objects
Crystal, Rock Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Objects
Brass
Early 20th Century English Decorative Objects
Wood
1990s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Austrian Modern Decorative Objects
Iron
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass
20th Century Chinese Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Japanese Decorative Objects
Bronze
20th Century Japanese Meiji 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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