Decorative Objects
15th Century and Earlier Brazilian Antique Decorative Objects
Quartz, Tourmaline
15th Century and Earlier Uruguayan Antique Decorative Objects
Agate, Amethyst, Quartz
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Metal, Sheet Metal
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Early 20th Century English Decorative Objects
Brass
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Early 20th Century Decorative Objects
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects
Enamel
15th Century and Earlier American Antique Decorative Objects
Other
Early 20th Century Italian Decorative Objects
Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Decorative Objects
Marble
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
Early 20th Century British Decorative Objects
Glass
1910s Swedish Rococo Revival Vintage Decorative Objects
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 1900s Japanese Antique Decorative Objects
Wood
Early 20th Century British Colonial Decorative Objects
Leather
1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Art Glass
1920s Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass, Mahogany
15th Century and Earlier American Antique Decorative Objects
Crystal, Quartz
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects
Alabaster
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Decorative Objects
Multi-gemstone, Bronze
Early 20th Century English Decorative Objects
Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Early 1900s Czech Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Metal
Early 20th Century Thai Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Jade
Early 20th Century Austrian Decorative Objects
Bronze
1910s French Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
1920s Czech Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Crystal
Early 20th Century Italian Decorative Objects
Marble
15th Century and Earlier Burmese Antique Decorative Objects
Other
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Decorative Objects
Spelter
15th Century and Earlier Uruguayan Antique Decorative Objects
Agate, Amethyst, Quartz
1920s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1920s French Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
15th Century and Earlier Thai Organic Modern Antique Decorative Objects
Stone
15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Antique Decorative Objects
Other
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Early 20th Century Chinese Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Limestone, Steel
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects
Bronze
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Early 20th Century Ivorian Tribal Decorative Objects
Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Glass
1920s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
Early 20th Century Chinese Decorative Objects
Terracotta
Early 20th Century Ethiopian Decorative Objects
Leather
15th Century and Earlier Uruguayan Antique Decorative Objects
Agate, Amethyst, Quartz
1910s Danish Rococo Revival Vintage Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Decorative Objects
Marble
Early 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
15th Century and Earlier French Antique Decorative Objects
Stone
15th Century and Earlier Antique Decorative Objects
Limestone
Early 20th Century French Decorative Objects
Plaster
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects
Metal
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Decorative Objects
Crystal, Silver Plate
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
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.
Paris Gallerist Sandy Toupenet Gets Fired Up over 20th-Century Ceramics and Inventive New Makers
Her space on the city’s Left Bank mixes mid-century pieces by the likes of Jean Cocteau and Pablo Picasso with whimsical contemporary creations.