Decorative Objects
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Early 20th Century Austrian Decorative Objects
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Peruvian Decorative Objects
Stone, Onyx
2010s European Minimalist Decorative Objects
Clay, Stoneware
19th Century French Antique Decorative Objects
Leather, Paper
Late 20th Century French Decorative Objects
Crystal
1970s Japanese Industrial Vintage Decorative Objects
Steel, Cut Steel
1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Pine
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass, Enamel
2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Objects
Resin
2010s Palestinian Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Blown Glass
2010s European Minimalist Decorative Objects
Clay, Stoneware
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Paint
2010s European Minimalist Decorative Objects
Clay, Stoneware
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Rattan
2010s Indonesian Decorative Objects
Terracotta
1970s Japanese Industrial Vintage Decorative Objects
Steel, Cut Steel
Early 20th Century French Decorative Objects
Shell
21st Century and Contemporary Peruvian Decorative Objects
Stone
21st Century and Contemporary Decorative Objects
Paper
20th Century Australian Decorative Objects
Wood
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
20th Century English Art Nouveau Decorative Objects
Porcelain
20th Century American American Classical Decorative Objects
Porcelain, Wood
Mid-20th Century Nigerian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Decorative Objects
Crystal
1960s Mexican Organic Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
2010s Turkish Modern Decorative Objects
Brass, Nickel
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1960s German Space Age Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass, Chrome
Early 20th Century French Decorative Objects
Paper
Early 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Decorative Objects
Cane
Late 20th Century German Modern Decorative Objects
Crystal
1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
1970s Czech Industrial Vintage Decorative Objects
Aluminum, Iron
2010s Peruvian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
Late 20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Lucite
Mid-20th Century Chinese Decorative Objects
Cork
Mid-20th Century Italian Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Majolica
1930s Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Objects
Cane
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects
Bronze
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Paint
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
20th Century Asian Hollywood Regency Decorative Objects
Cast Stone, Brass
Late 20th Century Turkish Greco Roman Decorative Objects
Terracotta
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
Mid-20th Century Polish Folk Art Decorative Objects
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Objects
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Industrial Decorative Objects
Maple
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects
Brass
20th Century French Victorian Decorative Objects
Porcelain
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Marble
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Objects
Stoneware
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.
Read More
How a Craving for Color Revolutionized Glass
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
Kazuyo Sejima’s Flowering Tree Blooms Year-Round
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
He Wrote ‘Oedipus Rex,’ but Do You Know What He Looked Like?
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Cigar Culture Was Once the Peak of Masculinity. Now, It’s a Compelling Curiosity
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
African Travel Plans on Hold? This Ardmore Leopard Vase Brings the Beauty of the Savanna to You
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
With a High-Tech Flagship and Cool Collabs, Lladró Is Breaking the Mold for Porcelain Production
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
Zoë Powell’s Magnolia 05 Vessel Is Handmade from Clay She Unearthed Herself
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.
8 Ways to Breathe New Life into a Space with Plants
The pair behind the Instagram account @houseplantclub share their tips for making any room of the house gloriously green.