Decorative Objects
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Cotton
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
1970s Haitian Folk Art Vintage Decorative Objects
Steel
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
1920s French Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
1880s French Louis XVI Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Decorative Objects
Marble
1970s Danish Brutalist Vintage Decorative Objects
Stoneware
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
1980s French Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
Mid-20th Century Japanese Folk Art Decorative Objects
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
2010s Indonesian Decorative Objects
Terracotta
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Murano Glass
2010s European Decorative Objects
Onyx
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Objects
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Decorative Objects
Crystal
19th Century French Bessarabian Antique Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Pottery
2010s Chinese Modern Decorative Objects
Metal, Aluminum
1960s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Decorative Objects
Plaster
Late 20th Century Chinese Decorative Objects
Rose Quartz
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Decorative Objects
Stoneware
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Late 20th Century German Modern Decorative Objects
Porcelain
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Cotton
1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
1970s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
1920s Scandinavian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Pewter
Mid-20th Century Italian Georgian Decorative Objects
Bronze
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Cotton
1970s Japanese Space Age Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Onyx, Quartz, Agate
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Wood, Teak
2010s Turkish Japonisme Decorative Objects
Aluminum
Late 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Glass
1970s Vintage Decorative Objects
Crystal
2010s Indian Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Iron
1920s Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
2010s Indian Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
2010s Turkish Decorative Objects
Crystal
2010s American Minimalist Decorative Objects
Ceramic
20th Century Italian Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
1830s French Antique Decorative Objects
Silver Plate, Brass
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
20th Century American Decorative Objects
Onyx
Early 2000s Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass
1950s English Neoclassical Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1910s American Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century South African Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Pottery
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Marble
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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