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Decorative Objects For Sale
Price: $12 to $999
Fin Trivet / Tray from Souda, Anodized Silver, in Stock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Made using a manufacturing process utilized for railways, medical devices and electronics, the fin trivets bring an industrial touch to your tabletop. Both durable and multi-function...
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2010s Chinese Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Bronze Letter Opener inscribed "Hommage de la Tricalcine Oxymenthol" France 1910
Located in Nuernberg, DE
We are offering this wonderful and original heavy french art nouveau letter opener. The design dates back to the early 1900s to 1910s, the object is made of Bronze. We believe that t...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Antique Persian Khatam Micro Mosaic Inlaid Jewelry Box circa 1940s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique Persian Khatam Micro Mosaic Inlaid Jewelry Box with Miniature Polo Scene, circa 1940s This exquisite Persian Khatam Kari trinket box is a rare example of masterful micro mosaic marquetry, handcrafted in the 1940s using the ancient Persian art of inlay. Featuring an intricately detailed geometric design and a miniature hand-painted equestrian scene on the lid, this museum-quality piece is a stunning representation of Indo-Persian and Moorish craftsmanship. Khatam Kari, or Persian marquetry, is a centuries-old decorative art that flourished during the Safavid dynasty. It involves the meticulous inlay of thousands of tiny pieces of wood and bone into intricate, repeating geometric patterns—each symbolic of harmony and cosmic order. The top of this box is adorned with a finely rendered painting of royal figures on horseback, possibly princes engaged in a ceremonial game of polo, echoing the refined court culture of the 19th-century Persian and Mughal aristocracy. The box’s micro mosaic surface is covered in richly detailed star and polygon motifs typical of Khatam and Sadeli mosaic traditions. These patterns require precise mathematical planning and exceptional artisanal skill, resulting in a surface that is as intellectually complex as it is visually stunning. Details: * Origin: Asia Indo-Persian * Date: Circa 1940s * Materials: Inlaid woods, camel bone, hand-painted miniature * Style: Islamic Art, Moorish, Anglo-Indian, Micro Mosaic * Dimensions: Height 1.5 in. x Width 6.5 in. x Depth 4.25 in. * Condition: antique condition with minor wear consistent with age These boxes were traditionally used to store writing instruments or jewelry, and today they serve as timeless collectors' pieces, suitable for display or thoughtful gifting. Comparable examples can be found in major Islamic art collections, including the Doris Duke Museum of Islamic Art. Keywords: Persian Khatam Box...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Objects

Materials

Bone, Fruitwood

Handmade Ceramic Vase #606 in Gray Glaze with Tencel Fringe Details
Located in Proctorsville, VT
Vase #606 by Karen Gayle Tinney. A petite vase perfectly sized to stand alone in a small space or act as a companion to a larger piece. Each vase is formed by hand, making every piece unique. Stoneware with shiny gray speckled glaze. Gray tencel fringe...
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2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Cotton

Antique Seashell Box
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Enchanting antique English box crafted with a hinged top lovingly decorated with collected exotic seashells over a cardboard bottom.
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20th Century English Edwardian Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Italian 18th Century Carved Giltwood Baroque Angel Head
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful giltwood angelhead fragment Italy, circa 1750 Weathered. Measurement here below inclusive the wooden base. H:22,5cm W:11cm D:10cm
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Toyo Modernist Japanese Ceramic Ikebana Chalice Vase, c.1965
By Toyo
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Toyo Modernist Japanese Ceramic Ikebana Chalice Vase, c.1965.
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Handmade Ceramic Vase #735 in White with Tan Cotton Braided & Fringe Details
Located in Proctorsville, VT
Vase #735 by Karen Gayle Tinney Featuring fringe and braided details from all views, this vase is sized to hold a large arrangement of flowers or to stand alone as a sculptural pi...
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2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Cotton

Amazing box by Christian Dior Home, wickerwork, Vintage, 1970s, Italy
Located in Wien, AT
Amazing box by Christian Dior Home, made in the 1970s in Italy. This exceptionally decorative folding box features a polished brass frame, acrylic, and Viennese wickerwork. The des...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Cole Pottery, Vase, Ceramic, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed ceramic vase designed and produced by Cole Pottery, North Carolina, USA, 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 8.25"H x 6.0"D All items ship from High Point, North Car...
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1940s American Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Amazonia Resin Vase L #2 By Gaetano Pesce
Located in Milan, IT
Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection.
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2010s Italian Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin

Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jars, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A pair of blue and white porcelain ginger jars with cherry blossom design, circa mid-20th century, Japan. A great set for a table, mantel, shelf or cabinet, etc. Very good condition ...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Ikebana Vase, White
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Wabi Sabi vase perfect for a single stem or small bouquet. Available in Golden bronze or matte white on dark clay. Vase is low and wide, and each is truly one-of-a-kind though they a...
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2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Handmade Ceramic Vase #695 in Dark Green with Green Tencel Braid and Fringe
Located in Proctorsville, VT
Vase #695 by Karen Gayle Tinney Equal parts functional and sculptural, this vase is the perfect size for a small bouquet but packs enough detail for it to stand alone as a decorativ...
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2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Cotton

Loet Vanderveen Bronze Camel Sculpture, Signed & Numbered, Limited Edition
Located in Warrenton, OR
Loet Vanderveen Bronze Camel Sculpture, Signed & Numbered This mid-century modern camel sculpture measures about 6 x 3.25 x 2.25 inches. It is in good vintage condition and has a wo...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

19th Century English Regency Tea Caddy
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A large English tea caddy. It is mahogany with brass feet.
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19th Century British Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Vintage Biedermeier Style Crystal Cobalt Cut to Clear Footed Vase
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage heavy crystal vase is a fine example of cobalt cut-to-clear glass, manufactured in Europe for centuries. The vase features the classic shape and is supported by a round base;...
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Mid-20th Century European Biedermeier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Limoges Paris Round Rose & Gold Vintage Trinket Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A hand painted Limoges porcelain trinket box, France, circa 1970-1980. The round box is braced with a metal frame featuring a floral clasp. Decorated with a pink rose and gilded scr...
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1970s French French Provincial Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Pair Neoclassical French Sarreguemines Majolica Cobalt Blue & Gilt Vases c. 1900
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous pair of antique Neoclassical style French Sarreguemines cobalt blue majolica vases, circa 1900. Maker's mark on reverse. These stylish chic vases are decorated with gold g...
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Early 1900s French Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Postmodern Black Marble Jar / Vase.
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Postmodern Black Marble Jar / Vase.
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20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Mid-Century West Germany Blue Ceramic Handled Vase by Ceramano, Signed, c. 1960s
Located in Valencia, VC
Ultra Modern Mid-Century Large Ceramic Jug Vase by Ceramano, c. 1960s, West Germany A striking and rare large ceramic handled jug vase by cult German ceramics workshop Ceramano, han...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware

Ocean Vase, Handmade Textured Terracotta in Rustic White
Located in New York, US
The Ocean Vase, boasting a gentle form, discreetly elevates vignettes with textured details. Handcrafted from terracotta clay, it radiates rustic charm, infusing a playful yet elegan...
Category

2010s Indonesian Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

TRAVERTINE VASE SET of 2, Natural Stone Travertine Decorative Object - Vessel
Located in St Petersburg, US
Giacomo by Haand: A set of 2 travertine vases, each featuring a unique design with varying sphere sizes and tall flower holders. With dimensions of 10 cm (4") in width and 25 cm (10...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Travertine, Marble

Art Deco Architectural Chrome Picture Frame, France 1930s
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning architectural Art Deco picture frame was crafted in France circa 1930. The geometric shape features a flat, rectangular, chromed metal base and two vertical support hol...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mocap 'Discodip' Illusionistic Wall Clock
Located in Maastricht, NL
Mocap 'Discodip' illusionistic wall clock design: JAN PAUL “Time is an illusion” Most wall-clocks have the same basic shape: round. Also the ...
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2010s Dutch Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Mid-20th Century Plaster Montserrat Virgin Statue
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-20th Century traditional Spanish 'Montserrat' virgin statue made of plaster. Made in Barcelona, Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, p...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Plaster

Miniature Fox Handcast Solid Bronze Animal Sculpture by Javier de la Rosa
Located in London, London
Polished bronze hand cast miniature fox sculpture by artist Javier de la Rosa. Javier De la Rosa has created a series of bronze cast miniature sculptures that celebrate animals and ...
Category

2010s British Organic Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Green glass ashtray
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Green glass ashtray
Category

1970s European Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Green glass ashtray
Green glass ashtray
$520 Sale Price
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Oriental Fisherman Basket with Wooden Handles
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage Chinese style fisherman or grain basket features the traditional shape with rounded sides and wooden rim and handles. The strong, flexible wicker or willow strips are skillfully woven into a delicate pattern that emphasizes the rounded form of the basket; prominent solid wood elements juxtapose the fine texture of the weave. The basket is in good vintage condition with beautiful, age-appropriate patina on wood; its convenient size and shape allow it to be used as decorative storage piece, large ikebana basket...
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20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Wood

Italian Malachite and Brass Picture Frame, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant Italian picture frame from the 1970s, crafted with a polished malachite veneer and accented by a gilt brass border. The vivid green malachite showcases natural banded pattern...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Malachite

Ocean Vase, Handmade Textured Terracotta in Blue
Located in New York, US
The Ocean Vase, boasting a gentle form, discreetly elevates vignettes with textured details. Handcrafted from terracotta clay, it radiates rustic charm, infusing a playful yet elegant essence into its overall presence. Natural variation in the material and hand crafted pieces means no two are the same. Note that this product is delicate, so please handle with care and clean gently. ____ Rumma, a home decor & furniture brand based in NYC, was founded from generational love...
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2010s Indonesian Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Tall 12" Japanese Kokeshi Doll
Located in Fairfield, CA
A tall vintage Japanese kokeshi doll. Made of wood with a lovely hand painted design of red flowers.
Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Set of Two Small Late 19th Century Spanish Serves Style Vases
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of Isabelline hand-painted porcelain vases in the Serves style. Beautifully decorated with a guilted design on the front side. Made by unknown manufacturer in Spain, circa 1...
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Late 19th Century Spanish Other Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Ikebana Ceramic Banana Leaf Shaped Tray / Planter, Japan c.1970
By Toyo
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Ikebana Ceramic Banana Leaf Shaped Tray / Bowl / Planter, Japan c.1970.
Category

20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Parian Bust of Apollo 19th Century
Located in Rochester, NY
Parian bust of Apollo. After the antique Greek Roman original. 19th Century. grand tour
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19th Century European Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Medusa Sea Anemone Sculpture, Signed Original, Mixed Media
Located in Warrenton, OR
Medusa Sea Anemone Signed Original Sculpture, Mixed Media This intriguing sculpture is mixed media, with the figure being clay or ceramic and the base being some sort of crystalized ...
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Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Mario Bellini for Bitossi / Raymor Rimini Blue Floral Jardiniere
Located in Skokie, IL
Mario Bellini for Bitossi / Raymor Rimini Blue Floral Jardiniere This beautiful mid-century modern floral jardiniere was designed by Mario Bellini, made in Italy by Bitossi, and imp...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Harlequin Clown Metal Money Box Piggy Bank, Antique Austria 1880s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous antique metal money bank. A beautiful decorative item in metal with a lock. Made in Austria, circa 1880s or older. Nice addition to any collection, desktop, living room or c...
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1880s German Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Royal Copenhagen Large Porcelain Siamese Cat Figure Model 3281
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A fine quality vintage Danish porcelain model of seated Siamese cat by renowned and sought after makers Royal Copenhagen and dating from around 1980. The large, seated cat is beautif...
Category

1980s Danish Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Of Vintage Wooden Shotgun Cartridge Ammo Box Crates, Kynoch And Eley
Located in Bristol, GB
ANTIQUE SHOTGUN AMMUNITION CRATES Two wooden crates, originally used to transport shotgun cartridges safely from the factory by railway to the custom...
Category

Early 20th Century British Industrial Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Modern Alchemica Hand-Blown Transparent Glass Liquor Bottle Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
"Modern Alchemica Hand-Blown Glass Liquor Bottle" by Simone Crestani Introducing the Alchemica Bottle, a mesmerizing fusion of art and functionality...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Large Antique Blue and White Dutch Delft Charger with Birds and Flower Basket
Located in Katonah, NY
This blue and white Dutch Delft charger was hand-painted in deep cobalt blue in the 18th century, circa 1780. The central scene features a pair of birds in flight above a basket brimming with full blooms and leafy stems. The birds—elegantly rendered with wings extended—add a sense of movement and vitality to the design. The flower basket is painted with expressive brushwork, creating a beautiful and balanced composition. Surrounding the central reserve is a wide border of scrolling foliate motifs and stylized floral panels. This charger exemplifies the refined decorative tradition of 18th-century Delftware. Its tin-glazed surface enhances the depth of the blue pigment, and the expressive brushwork throughout reveals the painter's skill. Dimensions: 14" diameter Condition: Excellent—very minor expected wear consistent with age Decoration: Birds in flight, flower basket, and scrolling floral border Price: $980 Material: Tin-glazed earthenware (Delftware) Style: Dutch Delft, Chinoiserie-inspired decoration Origin: Netherlands Date: 18th century, circa 1780 Key Features   • Hand-painted scene with birds and blooming basket   • Expressive brushwork and deep cobalt blue decoration   • Wide floral border with scrolling foliate motifs   • Tin-glazed surface characteristic of Delftware   • Reverse shows three stilt marks from traditional 18th-century kiln firing   • Fine example of Dutch Delft painting...
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Late 18th Century Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Delft

Antique English Porcelain Plate Cobalt Blue & Gilded, by Coalport Circa 1820
Located in Katonah, NY
This hand-painted antique porcelain plate was crafted in England by Coalport Porcelain circa 1820. It features a lively Imari-inspired design. The plate showcases a cobalt blue groun...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Murano Attributed Carlo Scarpa Style Large Battuto Brown Art Glass Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning and impressive large Italian Murano attributed battuto design brown glass vase in the style of Carlo Scarpa and probably dating from around 1950 or earlier. The large hand...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Mid-Century sommerso Murano Glass Ashtray or Bowl, italian design, 1970
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Mid-Century sommerso Murano Glass Ashtray or Bowl, italian design, 1970 This is a beautiful triangular shaped Murano art glass ashtray or decorative bowl. . It is made according to ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Tom of Finland. Bookend ‘Durk’
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tom of Finland. Bookend ‘Durk’ Bookend, painted cast resin, height 12.8 in., base 6 x 6 x 0.8 in. Always Ready to Handle the Heaviest Load- Get Your Books Sandwiched and Add Some Pl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin

Abstract Wood Sculpture, Brown and Gold color Base France 1970
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Abstract Wood Sculpture, Brown and Gold color Base France 1970
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Bunny Williams Home Constance Hurricane
Located in New York, NY
Candlelight is one of Bunny’s favorite ingredients for an inviting room, whether for solo reading or a dinner for twenty. Our Constance Hurricane, in a beautiful vintage brass finish...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Burbuja Bowl in Smoke and Black Marbled Resin by Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Our round bowl is great for holding fruit, plants, decorative objects, faux succulents and specially everyone's attention. You can have it on display on a kitchen counter or use it a...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin

Japanese Antique Wooden Netsuke 'mouse and rooster' 1920s Taisho era
Located in Paris, FR
This is an antique wooden netsuke made in Japan around Taisho period 1920s. Netsuke is a miniature sculpture, originating in 17th century Japan...
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1920s Japanese Taisho Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Brutalist Style Pink and Brown Ceramic Drip Glaze Candelabra by Vallauris
Located in Glasgow, GB
A vintage ceramic candelabra by the renowned French pottery makers Vallauris. Handcrafted in the 1960s, this rare and distinctive piece reinterprets the traditional French candelabr...
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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Green Atoll Art Glass Bowl by Anna Ehrner for Kosta Boda, 1980s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Thick and heavy conical art glass bowl from Kosta Boda in Sweden. It was designed by Anna Ehrner in the mid 1980s. The bowl is called Atoll and it features swirl-work to the inside o...
Category

1980s Swedish Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Flow Tray Bronze
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cast bronze tray designed to represent the flow of energy in nature.
Category

2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Flow Tray Bronze
Flow Tray Bronze
$450 / item
1950s Set of 4 delicate Glass Vases by Albin Schaedel, GDR – East Germany
Located in Andernach, DE
Collection of four very delicate glass vases, all attributed to Albin Schädel, well known East German glass blower. This skilled artist created the most delicate objects from very th...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Italian Murano Millefiori Vase
Located in New York, NY
A very beautiful and substantial Italian Murano art glass vase with millefiori design, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Vase is clear transparent Murano art glass with a colorful mille...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

1970s Stunning Photo Frame in Silver Plated with Glass. Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Stunning photo frame in silver plated with glass. Made in Italy The item is in excellent condition . Photo size is 5,11 x 7,08 inches - cm 13 x cm 18 H cm Dimension: 8,66 x 5,1...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate

Hammered pewter bowl by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
A hammered pewter bowl made by Just Andersen in 1920. A lovely piece for a beautiful spot. * A bowl in hammered pewter * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: 310B * Year: 1918-1920s * C...
Category

1920s Danish Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Pewter

Mid-Century Modern Danish Fish Shaped Teak Plate Bowl from Digsmed, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Danish Fish Shaped Teak Plate Bowl from Digsmed, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 Official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs, des...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Teak

Biomorphic Enameled Silverplate Bowls on Tripod Legs (Denmark), a Pair
Located in Round Top, TX
A wonderful pair of (2) Danish Midcentury Modern silver plated trinket/nut dishes, designed by Carl F. Christiansen. Christiansen was a Danish silversmith active in Copenhagen betwee...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate, Enamel

Vintage Mid Century Small Brass Mask Face Table Top Surrealist Sculpture 1960s
Located in Troy, MI
Small-scale brass surrealist mask sculpture by Sculptura Inc 1961 Solid brass face mounted atop a three leg base Original metal tag to interior 3 inch width 3.5 inch depth 3 inch ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

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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