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Decorative Objects For Sale
Important Maison Gripoix Floral Arrangement, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Riverdale, NY
Important Gripoix Floral Arrangement, from the former YSL Showroom on West 57th St in New York City. One of an important trio that were used for decoration within the Lalanne designed iron showcases...
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1970s French Chinoiserie Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Antique Pair Famille Rose Medallion Canton Cantonese Chinese Fo Dog Vases Urns
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An Exceptionally Fine Pair of Chinese Cantonese Hand Decorated Porcelain Vases of traditional baluster outline, of unusually quite good size proportions, (see last image in situ) mid...
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19th Century Chinese Early Victorian Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Murano Glass Vase Signed Cenedese & Albarelli, 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
Murano glass vase signed Cenedese & Albarelli, 1970s Purchased and stored, it is intact and in excellent condition. Signed with engraving on the glass,...
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1970s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Spanish Alms Box / Wall Decoration with Carved Saints Detail, 18th Century
Located in Barcelona, ES
Carved wood hand painted donation / offering ALM Box, Spain, 18th century. Polychromed carved wood church collection offering donation money box as wall decoration. This alms box is made of pine wood painted in shades of blue and gray with carved saint figures onamentations decorating the top. Wall hanging collection / donation money box. Originally used to collect donations at Christian churches/chapels. Interesting to be used as key box or key cabinet or as wall decoration Rare find. Provenance: Private collection. No key avaliable. Overall Measures: Saints Box: 33 cm H x 37 cm W x 14 cm D Poor...
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18th Century Spanish Medieval Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Pine

Small Postmodern, Green Murano Glass, Bottle Vase by Nason, 1980's, Italy
Located in Glasgow, GB
Small Postmodern style Murano Glass bottle vase by Nason. Handcrafted from mint green Murano glass in the form of a double gourd shape. The exterior is detailed with smooth linear s...
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Natural Lavender/ Purple Coral
Located in Houston, TX
Natural Lavender/Purple Coral. Offered is a naturally colored lavender/purple coral. This lovely piece of coral is great as a stand alone piece or could be grouped with other coral o...
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19th Century Oceanic Organic Modern Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Coral

Italian Dalmatian Majolica Terracotta Dog Statue Figurine Vintage, Italy 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A vintage Mid Century Modern Italian terracotta art pottery sculpture. A figural animal work produced circa 1960s depicting a Dalmatian dog modeled seated. Glazed white and black ter...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica, Terracotta

Varnish Carved Sycamore Wood Picture Frame, 1940s
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant Italian Hollywood Regency picture frame boasts a lovely romantic beveled shape with varnished sycamore wood. There is a wood easel at the back. The designer monogram hal...
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1940s Italian Romantic Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Sycamore

Antique Hand Carved Gothic Church Panel of Feeding Pelican as Symbol of Christ
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning religious wall panel in thick relief with strong hook for easy mounting. For the collectors of stunning antique church relics we are also offering this marvelously hand carved pelican sculpture for wall mounting. The character ascribed to the pelican in this context is nearly as fabulous as that of the phœnix. From a clumsy, gluttonous, piscivorous water-bird, it was by the growth of legends transformed into a mystic emblem of Christ, whom Dante terms "Nostro Pelicano". St. Hieronymus gives the story of the pelican restoring its young ones destroyed by serpents as an illustration of the destruction of man by the old Serpent, and his salvation by the blood of Christ. The pelican in Christian art is an emblem of Jesus Christ, by "whose blood we are healed" and it is also a symbol of charity. Many early painters and carvers mistakenly represented it more similar to an eagle (much like in this antique church relic), and not as a natural pelican which is why most people today still are a bit confused at first when this stunning hand carved, symbolic bird is called a pelican. This striking and all hand carved, symbolic panel was originally part of a church or monastery communion rail...
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Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Large Handmade Hammered Silver Centerpiece Bowl by Renzo Cassetti, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic large round shell shaped centerpiece completely handmade in hammered silver plate. This beautiful piece was designed by Renzo Cassetti in Italy in the 1970s and is signed i...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate

Carl Auböck Model #5275 'Hand Zumbusch' Brass Sculpture
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck Model #5275 'Zumbusch Hand' Brass Sculpture Designed in the 1950s, as an homage to German sculptor Kaspar von Zumbusch, this incredibly refined and sculptural bejeweled ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

DENBAC French Art Deco Stoneware Planter, 1910s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Large French Art Deco stoneware planter by DENERT & BALICHON (Vierzon), France, 1910s. Height : 9.25"(23.5cm), Diameter : 11.8"(30cm). Signed "Denbac" and numbered 122 under the base...
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1910s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Large Chinese Dragon Cloisonne Enamel Over Brass Vase
Located in New York, NY
A large Chinese enamel over brass vase. The urn shaped vase is adorned with a polychrome enamel design of dragons surrounded by a cloud ornament on the white ground made in the Clois...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Alexandra Von Furstenberg Acrylic Round Infinity Bowl in Red Extra Large
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Extra Large Infinity Bowl in Red by Alexandra Von Furstenberg is a bold statement in modern design. Whether used as a striking centerpiece, or refined serving piece, this high-qu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass

Alexandra Von Furstenberg Acrylic Round Infinity Bowl in Ruby Extra Large
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Extra Large Infinity Bowl in Ruby by Alexandra Von Furstenberg is a bold statement in modern design. Whether used as a striking centerpiece, or refined serving piece, this high-q...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass

Group of 7 Glass "Sommerso" Vases by Strömbergshyttan, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Beautiful set of seven "Sommerso" vases in purple and clear designed by Gunnar Nylund and Asta Strömberg in Sweden during the 1950s. Hand made with underlay glass technique (colored ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Patrizia Italiano Head Vases Collection ( x 11)
Located in Milan, IT
Extraordinarily crafted and decorated by hand according to the ancient Sicilian traditions of Moor's heads manufacturing, these gorgeous ceramic sculptures can be used as a flowerpot...
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2010s Italian Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Midcentury Bitossi Aldo Londi Rimini Blue Glazed Ceramic Vase
Located in Barcelona, ES
'Rimini blu' glazed ceramic vase designed by Aldo Londi for by Bitossi. Italy, 1960s. This eye-catching vase is made of blue glazed ceramic with engraved patterns surrounding the cen...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Terracotta, Pottery

Industrial Brown Bakelite Factory Wall Clock from Pragotron, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This wall clock was produced by Pragotron in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. It features a brown bakelite frame, an aluminium dial,hands and a convex clear glass cover. The p...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Decorative Objects

Materials

Aluminum

1950s Neoclassical White Crackled Ceramic Italian Bust of Antinoo
Located in Catania, Sicilia
The image shows a Neoclassical ceramic bust of Antinoo (Antinous), a celebrated figure from classical antiquity. This particular bust, dating from the 1950s, is crafted in a white ce...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Vase by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Substantial Discometal Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s. An eye-catching installment. * A round discometal vase with square neck (very heavy) * Designer: Just Andersen *...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Cylindrical Green Hand-Blown Glass Vase, Empoli, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1940s - 1950s. Made in green hand-blown glass, in Empoli. It is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it can be considered as in perfect ...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Modern Industrial Menorah in Walnut Wood and Steel
Located in Birmingham, AL
Display this modern industrial menorah in walnut wood and steel to celebrate eight days of Hanukah miracles. Made with solid urban wood, so it's eco-friendly. Steel has a black patin...
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2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

French Limoges Porcelain Burgundy Gilt Swan Handle Centerpiece Signed SC
By (After) Jean-Honoré Fragonard, Limoges
Located in Forney, TX
A beautiful vintage French Limoges porcelain swan handled table centerpiece / vase / fruit bowl / jardiniere / wine cooler with medallions after renowned 18th century Rococo painter ...
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Late 20th Century French Rococo Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage French Jewellery Box with Decorative Ceramic Lid by Mithé Espelt
Located in London, GB
Jewellery box with decorative ceramic lid by Mithé Espelt (circa 1960s). Quaint raised sunflower motif with pink, green and white over a neutral dark base backdrop. The decorative surround is in Espelt's trademark gold crackle. The lid tops a small, simple wooden black box with which can be used for small jewellery items or simply as decor for display. The decorative lid is in very good overall condition. The small box reveals some characterful blemishing attesting to its age and usage. It's underside is in Espelt's trademark green felt. The overall charm is undeniable. The work, as is the case for all of the artist's pieces, is unsigned. Please enjoy the many photos accompanying this listing. Upon request, a video will be provided. About the artist: Born in Lunel in the South of France, Mithé Espelt (1923-2020) grew up in a family of affluent winegrowers and was very close to her grandfather who passed on his love for the arts and brought her into contact with major intellectuals and artists of the time. She rubbed shoulders with Jean Hugo, Jean Cocteau, Pablo Picasso, Christian Bérard and many others. She graduated from the Beaux-Arts school in Montpellier in 1942, and then studied at the Fontcarrade school where she took a special interest in ceramics. She began by designing buttons for fashion houses in Paris, before managing the entire production of buttons and jewellery at the Lydia Chartier workshop and collaborating with Line Vautrin, amongst others. At the end of the war, she returned to her native south, opened her studio and took advantage of the growing excitement around ceramics, particularly those from the town of Vallauris. To stand out and sustain the workshop business she started designing gilded jewellery...
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1960s French Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Pierre Forssell Brass Candleholders and vase Made by hand in Skultuna Sweden
Located in Forest, BE
This candleholders was hand crafted in the 1970's at the Skultuna factory next to the studio were Pierre Forssell was working with he's assistant. The candleholder is made of brass. ...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Rare Pair of Monumental French Gros Relief Barbotine Vases by Lefront Circa 1875
Located in Dallas, TX
–Ceramiques impressionistes & Gres Art Nouveau. Olivier Fanica et Gerard Boue. 2005 Massin Editeur.- Théodore Lefront (1835-1893) was a leading maker of decorative ceramic pieces du...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Japanese Antique Pottery Jar 15th-16th Century/ Wabi-Sabi Vase/Shigaraki
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
I would like to introduce an attractive pot that gives you a sense of wabi-sabi. It is "Shigaraki ware". Shigaraki is a historical kiln located in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. It is sa...
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15th Century and Earlier Japanese Edo Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Contemporary Small Penguin in Black and Cream Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Penguin (Small) Black Lacquer Cream Lacquer Antique Copper Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Contemporary Sculpture has a lacquered body and exposed copper beak and feet which can patina...
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2010s Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

A rare Swedish Grace vase by Sylvia Stave, artistic leader at CG Hallberg, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Vase in pewter with beutiful circular handles, Swedish Grace / Art Deco by Sylvia Stave for CG Hallberg. Sylvia Stave and Estrid Ericson were the two most prominent women within pe...
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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Pewter

SOLARE - Candle Holder Vase in Lecce Stone, Pietra Serena and Midollino
Located in Carbonara Di Nola, IT
COLLECTION EMOTIONAL STATES Emotional states participate in our every choice and action in daily life. They often overwhelm us by surprise in an authentic way and help us understand...
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2010s Italian Other Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Fin Trivet / Tray from Souda, Anodized Black, 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 multifunction...
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2010s Chinese Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Otto Lindig German Bauhaus Studio Pottery Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Otto Lindig (German, 1895-1966) started his training in the arts and crafts at the Kunstgewerbeschule in 1915. In 1919 he continued his studies at the College of Fine Arts in Weimar....
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Cast stone Statue of Greek god Asclepius
Located in MILL, NL
Large weathered composite stone head of Greek god of medicine “Asclepius” Signed by Peter hone. this was the only one he made in outdoor composition instead of his usual plaster. Ca...
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Late 20th Century European Decorative Objects

Materials

Cast Stone

7" Charcoal-Black Elephant Sculpture by Cristina Puell, Signed by the Artist
Located in Warrenton, OR
7" Charcoal Black Elephant Sculpture by Cristina Puell, Signed by the Artist. CLOSING SALE ***NOTICE: OUR 1ST DIBS SHOP CLOSES AT THE END OF MAY*** This is a stellar, modernist sculp...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Cast Stone, Other

Vintage Set of 13 Collectible Pink and Green Glazed Ceramic Cache Pot Planters
Located in Doylestown, PA
Wonderful vintage collection of thirteen assorted pink and green glazed ceramic petite cache pots by McCoy, Hull Imperial and Ungemach (UPCO) of Roseville, mostly circa 1940s. Many o...
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20th Century North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Mid-Century Norma Flanagan Brutalist Bronze Owl Sculpture
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A very well crafted Brutalist patinated bronze Owl with Vessel form by multi-disciplinary artist Norma Flanagan. The influences on the bronze are many and the piece is at once reminiscent of Picasso, Diego Giacometti and Ancient Roman Bronzes. Thick walled bronze...
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Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Jelly Vase Color Ametista
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Cassina Jelly Vases Color Ametista Like a jellyfish with its vivid iridescent colors, Jelly is a modern vase that makes transparency and the interplay of light its trademark. A va...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Amethyst Cathedral Geode with Rare Black Galaxy Druzy
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
A one-of-a-kind natural masterpiece, this Amethyst Cathedral Geode is truly a collector’s specimen. Its most prominent feature is the Dark Galaxy Druzy: small, exceptionally clean Amethyst points with a rare black tone that blends with violet and golden goethite inclusions, creating an unparalleled shine. The druzy displays rare characteristics, most notably the presence of Golden Goethite (also known as Cacoxenite) inclusions throughout. Similar to how Rutile Needles form, Golden Goethite is composed of iron that existed before the quartz took shape, now forever encapsulated within the Amethyst points. These inclusions add to the striking coloration and enhance the geode’s brilliant luster, further increasing its rarity. This specimen also features numerous Amethyst Flowers (also known as Amethyst Rosettes...
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2010s Brazilian Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal

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 Bakelite Desk Writing Accessory, 5 pieces in box, France 1930s
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Art Deco Bakelite desk accessories writing set dates from the 1930s. The set is built of five pieces in its original box: a letter opener, paper cutter, pen holder, mec...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Brass

Hoffmann and Schlevogt Art Nouveau Malachite Glass Trinket Box
Located in Lucenec, SK
Fantastic example of a I. Heinrich Hoffmann Czech Art Deco malachite glass high relief reclining nude trinket box. It's done in beautiful green Czechoslovakian malachite glass with n...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Decorative Objects

Materials

Malachite

1970's Anthony Cipriano Ballerina Sculpture
Located in San Carlos, CA
Bring a Touch of Grace to Your Home: Vintage Anthony Cipriano Ballerina Sculpture Own a piece of dance history with this stunning 1970s ballerina sculpture by Anthony Cipriano. Insp...
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1970s American Neoclassical Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Danish Hjerte Stage Candleholder by Jens Quistgaard for Paro 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Danish Hjerte Stage Candleholder by Jens Quistgaard for Paro 1960s Original condition
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Winslow Anderson Handmade Amoeba Freeform Glass Bowl / Tray for Blenko, c.1965
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Winslow Anderson Handmade Amoeba Freeform Glass Bowl / Tray for Blenko, United States, c.1965.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Tobacco jar by HARALD LINDER
Located in Long Island City, NY
Tobacco jar by HARALD LINDER. Pewter for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden. Circa 1920th/30th. The sides with engraved decoration and applied relief decoration in the form of Adam and Eve in t...
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1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Pewter

Fine Art Antique Hand Carved Wooden Black Forest Trophy-Like Deer Wall Sculpture
Located in Lisse, NL
Finest quality carved, Victorian era, Black Forest deer / stag wall sculpture. One of the main reasons for people wanting to own and enjoy antiques is for their decorative appeal an...
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19th Century German Black Forest Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Carl Aubock II Hand Paperweight & Wall Hook
Located in New York, NY
Carl Aubock II Hand Paperweight & Wall Hook, Model #4223. Werkstatte, Austria. 1950s. Stamped "Made in Austria" to each. Scuffs and scratches to finish. Price is for 1 - Both wal...
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1990s Australian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Centrotavola in Porcellana di Meissen 1860 - 1924
Located in Milano, MI
Centrotavola in Porcellana di Meissen dipinta a mano, epoca 1860 - 1924. Sono presenti due lievi crepe interne come mostrato nelle foto. Ø cm 28 Ø cm 25 h cm 10 La porcellana di M...
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Early 1900s German Baroque Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

French 19th Century Green Glazed Confit Jar
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Pre-refrigeration, confit jars extended the life of perishable items either buried in the ground or as storage containers. This terracotta example, made in France in the 19th century...
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19th Century French Other Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Pair of English 19th Century Staffordshire Spaniels
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A darling pair of white Staffordshire spaniels from England, circa 1880. Patinated gold gilt accents within their fur and collar are a wonderful contrast to their glazed white bodies...
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19th Century English Other Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Pre-Columbian Style Mexican Terracotta Statue, Molded Clay Figurative Sculpture
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage, decorative and well-proportioned Mexican primitive figure depicting a man seated, with detailed, patterned clothing. The sculpture measures 16 1/4" High x 12" wide x 9 1/2"...
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20th Century Mexican Pre-Columbian Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Japanese Lacquer Box with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay and Parquetry Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A finely crafted Japanese tabletop cabinet from the early 20th century, this compact storage piece is richly detailed with traditional decorative techniques and export-era flourishes...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Whisper Vase Sculpture, Handmade Organic Shape in Terracotta Red
Located in New York, US
Unique and organic shape featuring a stunning hand-crafted textures giving a touch of elegance to any space. Each piece is the work of individual artisan, making each piece one-of-a-...
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2010s Indonesian Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Maitland Smith Lacquered Chinoiserie Dome Top Lion Handle Storage Keepsake Box
Located in Dayton, OH
An impressive lacquered keepsake box by Maitland Smith, circa 1990s. Features a chinoiserie motif with flowers and Asian figures. the box is in the form of a treasure chest with hing...
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1990s Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Hardwood, Lacquer

Mid-Century Brass Crocodile Nutcracker attributed to Walter Bosse, 1950s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Brass Crocodile Nutcracker attributed to Walter Bosse, 1950s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1950 to 1959 This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It ...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Vintage French Grape Hod Harvesting Bucket With Tole Paint Decoration
Located in Centennial, CO
A charming, one of a kind, vintage metal French grape hod (harvesting bucket) with hand painted floral tole paint decoration in gorgeous shades of blue, green, ochre and red. Buckles...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Hofu Raku Ceramic Vase - Half Copper Matte - Handmade Pottery Home Decor Gift
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Hofu - ( 豊富 ) Abundance The Hofu vase is a decorative wide lipped vessel. The organic curves and traditional silhouette gives it a modest but impactful pre...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

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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