Decorative Objects
20th Century French Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Decorative Objects
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Decorative Objects
Iron
2010s South American Modern Decorative Objects
Stone, Onyx, Metal
Early 1900s Moroccan Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Decorative Objects
Leather
19th Century French Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
Mid-19th Century Antique Decorative Objects
Delft
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Decorative Objects
Lapis Lazuli, Quartz
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Earthenware, Pottery
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Decorative Objects
Marble, Statuary Marble
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Decorative Objects
Plaster, Wood
2010s French Modern Decorative Objects
Stone
Early 20th Century Chinese Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Earthenware
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Wood
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Stoneware
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Glass
1960s French Industrial Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Chrome
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Earthenware
Late 20th Century French International Style Decorative Objects
Metal
20th Century Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Decorative Objects
Silver Plate
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Silver Plate
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Pewter
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
1980s Italian Rococo Vintage Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold Plate
19th Century European French Provincial Antique Decorative Objects
Terracotta
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Wood
1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Gold Plate, Brass
2010s American Decorative Objects
Bone
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Alabaster
20th Century Unknown Decorative Objects
Stone
1950s American American Classical Vintage Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver
2010s Chinese Modern Decorative Objects
Metal, Aluminum
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
1970s French Vintage Decorative Objects
Crystal
1960s Vintage Decorative Objects
Wood
1960s German Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
2010s Brazilian Decorative Objects
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Late 20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Shell, Fiberglass
2010s Colombian Decorative Objects
Quartz
Early 2000s Irish Modern Decorative Objects
Mahogany, Walnut
1910s Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Pottery
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.