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Decorative Objects For Sale
Price: $1,000 and up
Sculptural Pair of AAA Large Amethyst Geode Cathedrals, Rare Grape Jelly Purple
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Majestic Pair of High-Grade Amethyst Geodes, the Purest Grape Jelly Purple Amethyst with Intact Calcites ▫️ Description An imposing and magnificent pair of Amethyst Geodes, these e...
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2010s Brazilian Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal

Stoneware Miniature Vase by Berndt Friberg. Gustavsberg Sweden 1960s.
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful miniature stoneware vase with amazing 'aniara' glossy glaze. Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960s. Good condition....
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Antique 8 Day Tall Case Grandfather Clock Automaton Andrew Rich Bridgewater 1820
Located in Portland, OR
A fine antique Georgian Regency period tall case 8 day inlaid mahogany grandfather clock with a rocking figure of Old Father Time, by Andrew Rich of Bridgwater Somerset, circa 1820. The clock is made of the finest figured flame mahogany & inlaid with satinwood stringing, the clock hood with twin arched 'swan's neck' pediment with brass rosettes & a central brass urn shaped finial. The hood door is flanked by a pair of turned columns with gilt brass capitals & bases, the door enclosing a painted dial with gilding & floral spandrel panels. The clock having an unsul feature of a winged Old Father Time, holding his scythe he rocks backwards & forwards in unison with the pendulum. The dial with black Roman numerals and having a seconds dial and also a calendar dial, the clock is signed to the center "Rich Bridgwater" (a prosperous historic coastal town & port in the Somerset area of the Southwest of England). The trunk of the case with carved 'ropetwist' pilasters, the door & base inlaid with satinwood stringing, the clock is raised on bracket feet. The clock has an eight day mechanism & strikes the hours on a mellow sounding bell, the clock chime can be silenced by not winding the chime arbor, original pendulum & weights, winding key is present. The clock is in excellent antique condition & has just been professionally cleaned and overhauled by a professional clocksmith, it keeps very good time, this elegant antique tall case clock...
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1820s English Georgian Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

1940s Italian Barovier Scalloped Glass Vase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Barovier blown glass vase from Italy, 1940s. Thick glass with bubbles, wavy glass detail on sides, and a scallop rim. All original, glass has some slight discoloration in t...
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Early 20th Century Italian Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Antique Victorian era Hand Carved Black Forest Bull Sculpture Wall Bracket
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning large carved wooden bull wall shelf. Over the years we have had the pleasure of owning and selling a number of beautiful Black Forest antiques, but never did we come accross a 19th century Black Forest wall bull bracket of this size and with such amazing natural details and warm patina. This marvelously handcrafted and good condition, bull sculpture wall shelf...
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Late 19th Century European Black Forest Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Sainte-Radegonde French Art Decp Vase, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
This elegant ceramic vase, created by Sainte-Radegonde in France during the 1920s, embodies the refined aesthetic of the Art Deco period. The vase features stylized platinum and gilt...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Early 20th Century Stunning Art Deco Glass "Danaides Vase" by René Lalique
Located in London, GB
A beautiful early 20th Century French Art Deco opalescent glass vase, with decorative raised figures of the Daughters of Danaus stood pouring water from a vessel. Exhiting excellent ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Goldilocks Green by Giorgio Biscaro
Located in Milan, IT
The proposal from Rampinelli Edizioni was accepted enthusiastically, driven by their talented art directors. The exchange of technologies is perceived as significant for disseminatin...
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2010s Italian Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

Large Meiji Imari Center Bowl, Phoenix & Floral Motifs, Atributted Fukagawa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Japanese Imari Deep Center Bowl with Phoenix and Floral Motifs, Signed, Meiji Period, Attributed to Fukagawa, Circa 1880–1910 A richly enameled and finely detailed Meiji-era Imari p...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Los Castillo Abstract Fish- Pull Handles Malachite Sterling Mexican Modernist
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration a pair of pull handles by Los Castillo. Abstract Fish with malachite and silver. Mexico Circa the 1950s. Dimensions: 3.75 w x 3 h x .75 D Please visit take a...
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1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Malachite, Sterling Silver

Large Masterly Carved Swiss Black Forest Nutwood Chalet with Clock and Music Box
Located in Lisse, NL
Top quality, hand carved and truly impressive antique clock with 8 music melodies. Over the years we have had the pleasure of owning and selling a number of beautiful Black Forest antiques, but never did we come accross a 19th century Black Forest clock with musical box of this size and with such amazing natural details and patina AND with the original clock and music box inside. And if that was not enough, this finest of Black Forest clocks is top quality carved from top to bottom in the form of a detailed Swiss chalet. Mind you, this very rare antique clock is entirely hand carved out of nutwood only, which is another sign of the quality of the workmanship and the richness of materials. We have added a large variety of photos so that you can see the many incredibly detailed parts of this Swiss chalet, such as the roof and chimney, the many doors, the stacked lumber outside, the doghouse, the outhouse on the side, the striking balconies, the goose sticking its head out through the balcony, the picked fence, the ladder going up to the barn loft, the clock inside the facade of the house, the music box cilinder in the base etc etc. This antique clock from the 1800s really comes with the most realistically carved chalet house you will ever see. To us, that too is a sign that this Black Forest music box...
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Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Iron, Enamel

Extra Large Pair of Lavender Amethyst Cathedral Geodes
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Pair of Book-Matching, X-Large Amethyst Geodes with Lavender Druzy and Clear Crystal Frame ▫️ Description Imposing and beautifully formed, this specimen features large, sparkling a...
Category

2010s Brazilian Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal

Large Rooster Mid-Century Multicolor Murano Glass, 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Large rooster Mid-Century multicolor Murano glass, 1960s Good condition, found in an apartment in my city, Palermo.
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1960s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Robert Picault white and green 20th century design ceramic vase Vallauris 1970
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Robert Picault 20th century design white and green ceramic vase by Robert Picault Realised circa 1970 original perfect condition Signed under the base RP Height 22 cm Large 13 cm
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Large 19th Century Japanese Samurai Canteen
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Large 19th Century Japanese Samurai Canteen 19th c. Suitou, made from a length of bamboo with both ends being the natural partitioning of the bamboo, having one small hole fo...
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19th Century Japanese Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

Amethyst From Nigeria
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful and sizable amethyst cluster features deeply pigmented clusters of crystals in rich violet hues. With exceptional color saturation and natural formation, this specimen...
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2010s Nigerian Decorative Objects

Materials

Amethyst

Meiji Fukagawa Imari Porcelain Hexagonal Vase with Factory Silver Collar
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fukagawa Hexagonal Imari Porcelain Vase with Factory Silver Collar, Meiji Period, circa 1900 An exceptional Meiji-period Japanese porcelain vase attributed to the Fukagawa studio, f...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pierre D'Avesn French Art Deco Flower Vase, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco vase by PIERRE D'AVESN, France, ca.1920. Frosted molded glass with a flower pattern. Brown/green color. Purple reflects under the light. Height: 7.9"(20cm), Diameter:...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Fish Design Gaetano Pesce Spaghetti Special Vase Soft Resin Red Blue
Located in barasso, IT
Spaghetti Special Vase - Clear aqua and coral red Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Measures: XL - ø 30cm x H 56cm Other sizes avail...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin

Large Bohemian Glass Vase With Engraved Images
Located in Long Island City, NY
A large, amber colored Bohemian glass vase with a matching lid. The vase has a tall, slightly flared body, decorated with frosted engraved glass oval panels depicting landscapes, bui...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Rene Lalique Glass L'elegance Perfume Bottle
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Rene Lalique clear and frosted glass L'elegance perfume bottle. This pattern features two dancing female figures amongst flowers. Sepia stained relief details. Moulded, 'R. LALIQUE' ...
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1910s Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

XL Set of Large Baccarat And Saint Louis Vases, Deep Red Crystal, France
Located in Rijssen, NL
Glorifying the effects of refracted light for 170 years, the iconic Baccarat and Saint Louis vases are well-known all over the world. A crystal masterpiece set of exceptional propor...
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1990s French Art Nouveau Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Votive Holder in Clear Quartz Large by Kathryn McCoy
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in the captivating allure of Kathryn McCoy's Rock Crystal Collection, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends nature's raw beauty with exquisite craftsmanship. Available in vari...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal

Huge early 20th century Wicker mill basket
Located in Malton, GB
This is a great looking extremely large early 20th century wicker mill basket. Great condition and sturdy. It is slightly leaning to one side but al...
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Early 20th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Wicker

Art Deco sculpture lady with ball Rèverie by Guerbe for Max Le Verrier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rèverie Art Deco sculpture seated lady holding a ball by Raymonde Guerbe for Max Le Verrier. Art metal sculpture with silver patina mounted on a Portor marble base, onyx ball. Fran...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Onyx, Marble, Metal

Vintage Paolo Soleri Set Of Five Wind Chime Bells C.1960
Located in Bernville, PA
Rare hard to find set of five large wind chime bells designed by Paolo Soleri. Bronze cast elements with verdigris patina throughout with natural age and weathering. Excellent vintag...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze, Copper

French Art Nouveau Emile Galle Cameo Glass Green and Brown Landscape Vase c1920
Located in Worcester Park, GB
Fabulous Art Nouveau Emile Galle Cameo misty landscape vase, depicting a classic landscape scene with large highly detailed trees to the front and behind a running stream and the cla...
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1920s French Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Vintage French Ceramic Vase by Accolay (circa 1960s)
Located in London, GB
French ceramic vase by Accolay (Circa 1960s). An elegantly elongated flower vase with both matt and lustrous black sections provides surprise and delight. The shape takes inspiration...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Murano "Spuntoni" Black Mirror Vase by Enrico Cammozzo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Murano art glass vase with black mirrored surface and hand blown "spuntoni" spikes / Made in Italy by Enrico Cammozzo, circa 1990s Original maker's mark underside Measures: H...
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20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Chinese Blue and White Altar Vase with Immortal Figures and Celadon Tint
Located in Yonkers, NY
A tall and finely potted Chinese porcelain altar vase, decorated in underglaze cobalt blue on a pale celadon ground. Standing 17 inches high with an 8.5-inch body diameter and a wide...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Sparkly 4.7 Ft Pair of Amethyst Cathedral Geodes with High-Grade Purple Amethyst
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Gorgeous Pair of Bookmatching Deep Purple Amethyst Geodes, Large and Tall with Rare Calcite Inclusions ▫️ Description Breathtaking and beautiful, this pair of Amethyst Geodes showc...
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2010s Brazilian Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal

"Tessuto Velato", Iconic Vase by Carlo Scarpa for Venini
Located in Bochum, NRW
A "tessuto velato" iconic piece by Carlo Scarpa for Venini. Clear glass with green and black or green and white, vertically fused threads.(essuto). Opaque surface matt finish, horiz...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Modernist Plexiglass or Lucite Faceted Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exceptional geometric Lucite or acrylic decorative lidded box was designed in Italy. The piece was crafted circa 1960. It features a modernist shape with an incredible carved pr...
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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Plexiglass, Acrylic

Lateranense Tiger-eye & Obsidian Obelisk Sculpture by Obsydian Stone
Located in Milan, IT
Inspired by the ancient obelisk of Egyptian origin that is in Rome and that has a twin in Istanbul, Turkey, this obelisk-shaped sculpture flaunts the warmth and charm of prized tiger...
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2010s Italian Decorative Objects

Materials

Multi-gemstone

Italian Whippet Greyhound Terracotta Dog Statue Figurine Vintage, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An outstanding Italian Greyhound statue in glazed and hand painted terracotta. Perfectly placed on a pedestal stylized as a cushion, lifelike ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica, Terracotta

Antique St. Louis opaline crystal vase, Art Nouveau period circa 1900
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
A fine opaline crystal vase by French crystal maker St Louis. Our vase is hand-painted and enhanced with fine gold peonies decoration. Beautiful Napoleon III style production, late 1...
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Early 1900s French Napoleon III Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Opaline Glass

Early 20th Century Art Deco Glass "Perruches Bowl" by René Lalique
Located in London, GB
"Perruches Bowl" by René Lalique A super Art Deco French Glass bowl moulded with raised decorative birds in a circular pattern seated on branches heightened with blue staining and e...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

1970s Italian Mother of Pearl, Coral and Brass Decorative Tray
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous and unique decorative centerpiece or vide-poche made in mother-of-pearl shells, gilded brass and coral. This spectacular piece was designed in Italy during the 1970s Featu...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Coral, Brass

Pedro Friedeberg Hand Chair in Blue Unique Surrealist Art
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, Pedro Friedeberg life is just amazing, very talented artist in all kind of mediums. One of his most iconic pieces is the famous hand chair, originally produce...
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Early 2000s Mexican Organic Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Fiberglass

Meissen Green Ming Dragon Porcelain Writing Set
Located in Long Island City, NY
A mid-20th century hand-painted porcelain desk accessories set by Meissen Porzellan, a prominent German porcelain manufacture. Ming Dragon pattern in...
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Mid-20th Century German Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

1930 Annie Fokker Cottrau Art Deco Silver Bronze Sculpture Woman Figure
Located in Brescia, IT
Woman Sculpture Annie Fokker Cottrau Italy, 1930-1940 Silver Bronze "Annie Cottrau" and "Fond Laganà Napoli" signed Rare Sculpture Annie Cottrau (Blitar, 1887 – Capri 1949)
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculptural bench 1 Tribal Style
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Weighing Worlds Sculptural bench Material: Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for his works are unable to use anything, these woods...
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2010s Japanese Tribal Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Lidded Bronze Box by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful lidded bronze box with amazing patina. Art Deco / Swedish Grace. Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s. Great condition, with only some light scratches. S...
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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

20th Century, Ettore Sottsass Totem Minaret for Mirabili
Located in Turin, Turin
Ettore Sottsass grew up in Turin, and graduated in architecture from the Turin Polytechnic in 1939. In 1947, he founded his own studio in Milan. In 1956, Sottsass moved to New York w...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Glory Lily Candelabra in Brass with Precious Stone, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
The Glory Lily flower dances in paradox, embodying breathtaking beauty and potent power. A striking climber, it isn’t your typical delicate flower, holding medicinal properties to cu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Blossom Glass With Floral Details Candelabra by Simone Crestani
Located in Milan, IT
The Blossom Candelabra is a striking decorative piece that reimagines the traditional candelabra through its innovative design. Formed from a tangle of branches and adorned with deli...
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2010s Italian Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Exquisite Japanese Wireless Cloisonné Dragon Motif Vase, Meiji / Taisho Period
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Japanese Wireless Cloisonné Enamel Vase, likely from the Meiji period (1868–1912) or possibly the early Taisho period (1912–1926). The vase features a dynamic depiction of a Japanese...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

Large Fenicio Art Glass Fish Sculpture by Franco Bottaro, Murano, 1981
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A large and captivating "Fenicio" art glass fish sculpture designed by Franco Bottaro for Mario Sanzogno Murano, dating to 1981. This exquisite piece exemplifies Murano glass artistr...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Large Polished Lapis Lazuli from Afghanistan in its Natural Form
Located in NICE, FR
We are delighted to present you with this incredible polished piece of Lapis Lazuli, a deep blue metamorphic rock often used in jewelry and decoration. The stone displays a vibrant...
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20th Century Afghan Decorative Objects

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

French Art Deco vase by Charles Catteau, 1920
Located in Delft, NL
French Art Deco vase by Charles Catteau, 1920 A French Art Deco vase by Charles Catteau (1880-1966) for Grès Keramis-Boch Frères. A sandstone egg-shaped vase with open neck with mod...
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Early 20th Century French Decorative Objects

Materials

Sandstone

Large English Victorian Hunt Scene Jardiniere Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Large English Victorian Hunt Scene Jardiniere Circa 1890. Decorated with hound dogs with a deer. Dogs heads handles. 19.5 by 8.5 inches.
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1890s English Victorian Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Pair of Brass and Crystal Hurricanes by Chapman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of elegant and impressive brass and crystal hurricanes by Chapman. Crystal hurricanes are not original. They are made by William Yaoward. It holds 3" diameter candle.
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Max Ingrand Crystal Turquoise Bowl or Vanity Tray by Fontana Arte, Italy 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Spectacular bowl or vanity tray in a marvelous light turquoise beveled crystal, designed by Max Ingrand and produced by Fontana Arte in Italy during the 1950s. This fantastic piece ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Gilbert METENIER French Art Deco Stoneware Vase 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Stoneware Vase by Gilbert Méténier (Gannat), France, circa 1920. This exquisite French Art Deco stoneware vase by renowned ceramist Gilbert Méténier is a stunning exa...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Chinoiserie Large Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jars, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful pair of large Chinoiserie blue and white porcelain covered ginger jars or temple jars China, Late 20th Century Measures: 9ʺW × 9ʺD × 19ʺH. Very good vintage condition.
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Cenedese and Albarelli Murano Glass Blue Striped Vase
Located in Torquay, GB
Cobalt blue glass vase designed by Gino Cenedese and Maurizio Albarelli for Cenedese et Albarelli, circa late 1970s. Exquisite and striking piece.. Deep cobalt blue swirls interspace...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Large Polished Lapis Lazuli from Afghanistan in its Natural Form
Located in NICE, FR
We are delighted to present you with this incredible polished piece of Lapis Lazuli, a deep blue metamorphic rock often used in jewelry and decoration. The stone displays a vibrant...
Category

20th Century Afghan Decorative Objects

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

Edouard Marcel Sandoz Porcelain Lying Fennec Candy Box, 1921
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Porcelain Candy Box by Edouard Marcel Sandoz & Théodore Haviland, France, 1921. This exquisite Art Deco porcelain candy box, crafted in 1921, features a charming desi...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Playing card suit-shaped boxes Set of 4 fired enamel guilloché Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Set of 4 playing card suit-shaped boxes in 925/1000 sterling silver with Art Deco style fire enamels, early 1900s. Total weight 793 g. Designed by Renato Salimbeni in 1951 inspired b...
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1950s Italian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Ettore Sottsass Y Limited Edition Vase in Wood and Murano Glass for Flowers
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Y vase made for the collection of twenty-seven woods for Chinese artificial flowers vase by Ettore Sottsass, Edited by Design Gallery Milano, 1995. Limited edition of 12 numbered pi...
Category

1990s European Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Wood

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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