Decorative Objects
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Clay
Mid-20th Century Australian Decorative Objects
Organic Material
Mid-20th Century Edwardian Decorative Objects
Wood
20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Decorative Objects
Enamel
Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Decorative Objects
Brass, Copper
20th Century Unknown American Craftsman Decorative Objects
Wood
20th Century Unknown American Craftsman Decorative Objects
Wood
Early 20th Century Unknown Black Forest Decorative Objects
Wood
1970s Unknown Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
1990s Italian Renaissance Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Majolica
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Copper
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Bronze
Early 1900s French Empire Revival Antique Decorative Objects
Slate, Granite, Bronze, Ormolu
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Decorative Objects
Iron
Early 20th Century Balinese Decorative Objects
Steel
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
Mid-20th Century Unknown American Craftsman Decorative Objects
Wood
20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Copper
1960s Vintage Decorative Objects
Fiberglass
20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Stoneware
Mid-20th Century Italian Brutalist Decorative Objects
Brass, Copper
Early 20th Century Danish Decorative Objects
Stoneware
Early 20th Century Russian Other Decorative Objects
Silver
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Metal
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Decorative Objects
Terracotta
1990s American Modern Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
1910s Hungarian Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
1950s European Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Stoneware
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Marble, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Gold Leaf
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass, Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Stoneware
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Murano Glass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Cane, Rattan, Lucite, Plexiglass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Early 20th Century Edwardian Decorative Objects
Porcelain, Glass
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects
Bronze
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Steel
20th Century German Victorian Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Porcelain, Paint
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Decorative Objects
Art Glass
1960s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Terracotta
1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Decorative Objects
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Antique, New and Vintage Decorative Objects
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 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.”
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