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Decorative Objects For Sale
Mid-Century Modern Cobalt Blue Scavo Glass Bowl by Cenedese Murano Italy
By Cenedese
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This striking mid-century cobalt blue scavo glass bowl was crafted by Cenedese, Italy. Renowned for its unique frosted surface and vivid coloration, this piece embodies the timeless ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Japanese antique Shigaraki ware vase / 13th century / Wabi-sabi flower vase
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This Echizen ware jar was produced during the Kamakura period, around the 13th century. Even among the few remaining examples of medieval Echizen ware, this is an especially valuable...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Cobalt Blue Abstract Sculpture in Dale Chihuly Style, 1980s
By Dale Chihuly
Located in Round Top, TX
This striking Postmodern sculpture features whimsical, heat-formed ribbons of cobalt blue acrylic, interwoven and mounted on a cylindrical marble base. Originally sourced from a Dall...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
$685 Sale Price
30% Off
Rosso Levanto Marble Pedestal Bowl XL
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introducing our Rosso Levanto Marble Pedestal Bowl, a fusion of style and functionality. Handcrafted with precision from premium Rosso Levanto marble, this stunning bowl with its ped...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
$407 / item
Signed Abraham Palatnik Lucite Dolphin Sculpture - Op Art
Located in Warrenton, OR
Signed Abraham Palatnik Lucite Dolphin Sculpture - Op Art
This Abraham Palatnik dolphin sculpture is in very nice vintage condition and shows no chips, cracks, or repairs.
It is ab...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Acrylic, Lucite
Set of 4 Decorative Handcrafted African Wooden Sculptures, Mid Century
Located in Odense, DK
A collection of four hand-carved wooden sculptures from West Africa, each piece unique in its form and expression. Crafted with skill and tradition, the figures display fine detailin...
Category
Mid-20th Century African Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Isak Isaksson Large Blue Ceramic Vase, Crystalline Glaze Contemporary Artist
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large lovely blue vase with a stunning crystalline glaze designed by Isak Isaksson in Sweden. The vase is 17.5 cm (7") tall and about 16.5 cm (6.6") wide and it is in excellent con...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Cream Shagreen Tray by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The melting tray comes in two sizes and two color variants. This listing is for the medium size in cream shagreen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
$1,045 / item
Circular Coffee Table Unique Organic Rust Modern/Contemporary Corten Steel
Located in Bronx, NY
TABLE NO. 15 - SIDE TABLE / CORTEN
J.M. Szymanski
d. 2023
This Noguchi-inspired coffee table is handcrafted in 3/8” thick steel to create an ulta-modern and inspired look.
Custom ...
Category
2010s American Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel, Iron
Japanese Antique Shigaraki ware 17th Century / Pottery Vase Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old pottery pot made in Japan.
It is a very old pot believed to have been made in the 17th century, early Edo period, and is called Koshigaraki in Japan.
Koshigaraki refe...
Category
17th Century Japanese Edo Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
$1,200 Sale Price
33% Off
Large Raku Pottery Bear by Tony Evans
By Tony Evans
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice large raku pottery seated bear by Tony Evans, circa 1970s. The piece is signed on the underside and extremely well crafted; it has wonderful gre...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Sculpture Made in Bronze-Patina Brass by Patrick Coard Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Felix Agostini Modernist Gilt Bronze Candelabra, Candle-holder Candlestick
Located in Atlanta, GA
Boost your interior with the bold sophistication of this exceptional modern bronze candlestick, a striking tribute to the sculptural elegance reminiscent of Felix Agostini's work. Cr...
Category
1960s French Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
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 ...
Category
2010s Dutch Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
$779 / item
Italian Leather Jewelry Box
Located in New York, NY
An Italian leather box, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Leather is brown with gold tooling detail on top and around exterior edge. A great piece to hold jewelry (demonstrated) or smal...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Leaf
$295 Sale Price
21% Off
Petite Murano Art Glass Bowl or Catchall by Barovier Toso, 1950s, Venice, Italy
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Murano hand blown Italian art glass ashtray, bowl or catchall. Attributed to Barovier Toso, a Murano glass company. Made of hand blown green glass, with a clear glass layer...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Reflective Meteorite Slice with Peridot Crystals
Located in London, GB
This remarkable object, displaying a mesmerising honeycomb structure of shimmering peridot crystals suspended in an iron-nickel matrix, is a complete cross-section of the famous pall...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Cuyo Large Alpaca Silver & Blue Onyx Stone Pair of Bookends
By AIREDELSUR
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
Cuyo bookends are solid heavy beautiful pieces of geometrical onyx stone, mostly in square base and round top. Very sharm for a personal library.
Our pieces are made by hand. One of...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone, Onyx, Metal
English Sterling Silver "Paint Tin" Tea Caddy / Canister by Asprey & Co - 1929
Located in Bath, GB
These novelty solid sterling silver boxes or Canisters are always highly sought-after in the form of a paint tin with a lift off lid.
This one is made by the creme de la creme of si...
Category
1920s British Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver
Large Giant Clam Shell (Tridacna Gigas?)
Located in Warrenton, OR
Large Giant Clam Shell (Tridacna Gigas?) The species is our best guess; we are not clam species experts. This piece has many pronounced layers as shown in the photos and deep ridges ...
Category
20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Shell, Organic Material
Antique Victorian Silver Plated Jewellery Casket Walker and Hall 19thC
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely antique Victorian silver plated casket bearing the makers mark of the renowned silversmiths, Walker and Hall, Circa 1840 in date.
The square casket freatures an epic mythological scene of the four seasons with eight winged cherubs on the lid.
Each side features the four seasons: spring features a bull and a goddess, summer has a lion and a goddess, autumn has a scorpion and a goddess and winter has a cherub and goddess.
The interior of the box features its original quilted buttoned silk upholstery.
Add some elegance to your home with this lovely casket.
Condition:
In excellent condition with no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 15 cm x Width 24 cm x Depth 24 cm
Dimensions in inches:
Height 6 inches x Width 9 inches x Depth 9 inches
Walker & Hall
the business was established in Sheffield in 1845 by George Walker who become an assistant of Dr John Wright. Dr John Wright had conducted important experiments on electroplating, Walker secured the royalty of electroplating for Sheffield.
The business was joined by Henry Hall and became in 1853 Walker & Hall. The factory was at Howard Street, Sheffield, while showrooms were opened in 45 Holborn Viaduct, London. Branches were opened in Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Newcastle, Cardiff, Belfast, Hull, Bristol, Melbourne and Adelaide (Australia), Cape Town (South Africa).
Walker & Hall was converted into a limited liability company in 1920 under the style Walker & Hall Ltd and combined in 1963 under the British Silverware...
Category
1840s Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver Plate
Large Decorative Coil-Built Ceramic Bowl, White with Copper Oxide Wash
By MONDAYS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful wabi-sabi coil-built extra-large decorative ceramic bowl, for serving or display. The heavily textured surface is formed and glazed ...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage White Metal Swan with Hand Chased Details, U.S.a, Mid-20th Century
By Buccellati
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage white metal swan figurine - hand chased details throughout - cast in three pieces (the wings applied to the body) - open cavity - unsigned - U.S.A. (likely) - mid 20th centur...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Romantic Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
large ceramic vase from the Ciavarolomi Albisola factory
Located in grand Lancy, CH
large ceramic vase from the Ciavarolomi Albisola factory
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Carstens & Uffrecht 1940's Art Deco Vase
Located in New York, NY
1940's Art-Deco pottery vase by Carstens Uffrech beautiful designed and color, in vintage original condition with minor wear and patina due to age and use.
Category
1940s German Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Ceramic decorative vase
Located in grand Lancy, CH
decorative ceramic vase two little damages see photos
Category
Early 20th Century European Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ikebana Ceramic Banana Leaf Shaped Tray / Planter, Japan c.1955
By Toyo
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Ikebana Ceramic Banana Leaf Shaped Tray / Bowl / Planter, Japan c.1955.
Category
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$236 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair Antique Chinese Export 18th Century Porcelain Vases Urns Blue & White 22"
Located in Wilton, CT
Pair of imposing antique Chinese export blue and white porcelain rectangular form urns with covers. Nanking pattern scenes in stunning detail and superb color. These date from the la...
Category
1790s Chinese Qing Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese or Japanese antiques/Before the 19th century
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very interesting old copper vase, believed to have been made in Japan or China. Its distinctive shape and high level of decoration make it a gem that stands out among the many copper vessels I have seen.
The body is cylindrical, with a tightened shape at the top and bottom. The legs are slender and tapered, giving the overall design a beautiful sense of tension. This “tapered hem” design lends a special elegance to the vase's appearance.
In terms of decoration, the intricate patterns encircling the upper and lower bands are particularly striking. These patterns are geometric abstractions of clouds and dragons. On both sides, small designs resembling animal or dragon faces are attached, adding to the elegant decorative beauty of the design.
The copper surface has a deep amber luster from years of use, and the patina from aging captivates the viewer's heart. There are some dents and signs of use on the surface, but these are also charming elements that testify to the fact that this vase has been cherished and used for a long time.
When half-filled with water and left for 24 hours, no leaks were detected. It is practical and can be used as a flower vase. Whether filled with fresh flowers, branches, or dried flowers, it will add a sense of sophistication to any space and make a statement wherever it is placed.
The accompanying paulownia box is inscribed with “Tang Dynasty Ming Dynasty Antique Copper Vase...
Category
19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper
English Wedgwood Jasperware Jewelry Dish Neoclassical Design
By Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful English Wedgwood Jasperware sage green and white round jewelry dish with neoclassical design, circa 20th century, 1979, England...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
$192 Sale Price
30% Off
Abstract Sculpture in Bronze-Patina Brass by Patrick Coard Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Brass
Roberto Vivas Abstract Bronze Sculpture on Bronze Base, Brazil 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Brazilian modern abstract bronze sculpture on bronze base signed by Roberto Vivas circa 1960s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
$1,120 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Postmodern Haeger Lovers Sculpture - 1990
By Haeger
Located in Fairfield, CA
A large postmodern figurative ceramic sculpture by Haeger. Beautiful deco stylized detailing to the embracing couple, finished in a high gloss white finish. Sticker on the base, made...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Rectangle Cosmos Tray in Cream Shagreen, Shell and Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Large Chinese Dragon Cloisonne Enamel Over Brass Vase
Located in Long Island City, 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...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Enamel
$2,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Pierre Forssell Brass crown vases Made by hand in Skultuna Sweden. Brancusi
Located in Forest, BE
This series of Vases was hand crafted in the 1970's and 1980's at the Skultuna studio were Pierre Forssell was working with his assistant. The vases is made of brass. Simple, minimal...
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Netsuke of a Boy with a Toad, Late 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
This is a finely carved antique Japanese Netsuke, depicting a young boy in a patterned kimono with a large toad perched on his shoulder. The figure is delicately engraved and stained...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Ivory
Appuntito Vase Large
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Appuntito Vase Large in White
Designed by Project 213A in 2023
Artisanal ceramic vase created by skilled artisans in Project 213A's own ceramic workshop. The entire vase is covered ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
$1,681 / item
Vintage Boho Tramp Art Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover the intricate artistry of this vintage Tramp Art box, executed in the distinctive "Crown of Thorns" style. A striking example of handcrafted Folk Art, this architectural pie...
Category
Late 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Modern Bowl by Bitossi Italy
By Bitossi
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
A Mid-Century Modern Bistossi ceramic bowl with a stylized crossword design of squiggly lines with block squares in red, gray blue and black on a white glazed soft textured backgroun...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Roman Marble Foot with Sandal
Located in London, GB
This evocative Roman marble foot fragment is a timeless remnant of the overlifesized sculpture it was once part of. Sensitively carved and polished, the outer sole of the sandal rema...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
Stained Glass Gazebo Candle Holder Colored Glass 45cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
A lovely little gazebo, candle holder, or display piece made entirely of stained glass. The colorful flowers at the bottom are reminiscent of classic French Art Nouveau style. The ba...
Category
Late 20th Century Decorative Objects
Materials
Stained Glass
Industrial Robot Scale Design Model Desk Sculpture, German, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Vintage Industrial Robot Sculpture (1970s)
A rare example of early machinist craftsmanship, this miniature industrial robot was produced during the 1970s and discovered at an estate ...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Gucci Italy Spice Brown Leather and Crocodile Skin Picture Frame, circa 1980
By Gucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
Italian designer Gucci designed this exceptional leather and brass picture frame. The rare piece was meticulously crafted in Italy circa 1980. The timeless, stunning spice-brown calf...
Category
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Metal
Jan Johansson, Orrefors, Set of Two Crystal Vases
Located in Bochum, NRW
Heavy Crystal set of two vases designed by Jan Johansson, made by Orrefors Sweden, circa 1980s.
Dimensions:
Vase 22 cm high, Bowl 11 cm high.
Excellent condition.
Each is signed unde...
Category
1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
$408 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Saint-Louis Blue French Crystal Vase from the 1940s
By Saint Louis
Located in Milano, MI
Blue French crystal vase, made by Saint-Louis in the 1940s
Ø 10,5 cm h 17,5 cm
Saint-Louis is a French crystal manufacturer known for its exquisite, high-quality crystal items. Fou...
Category
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
$432 Sale Price
33% Off
Midcentury Ceramic Ikebana Vase Sculpture, Japan 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Ikebana vase with black glaze and abstract design. It's artist signed on the base. Japan, 1960
Category
1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Aldo Londi Bitossi Mid-Century Modern Signed Oxblood Glazed Italian Pottery Bowl
By Aldo Londi
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful, quite substantial and heavy, Italian pottery bowl featuring a sumptuous oxblood lava glaze that absolutely radiates in the light. We believe this work is likely an Aldo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery, Stoneware
Stunning German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue, Antique Germany 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous character ceramic figural gnome statue. This character statue has been made by a unknown Company in Germany, in the 1910s or older. Absolutely gorgeous item with lots of c...
Category
1910s German Folk Art Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Austrian Secessionist Brass Vide-Poche Bowls, Set of Two, Early 20th Century
Located in Brescia, Brescia
A striking pair of Austrian Secessionist vide-poche bowls, finely cast in solid brass and entirely hand-worked, dating to the early 20th century. These sculptural objects are modeled...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Fish Design Gaetano Pesce Medusa L Vase Soft Resin White
Located in barasso, IT
Medusa vase - Matt White
Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection.
Measures: L - Ø 22cm x H 36cm
Colours: Matt white.
Material: RESIN
Vase in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Resin
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Bollicine Bowl/Ashtray, Sky Blue & White, Seguso
Located in Warrenton, OR
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Bollicine Bowl/Ashtray, Sky Blue & White, by Seguso or Barovier and Toso
Sky blue encased in white, hand blown with generous bollicine (often conf...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
Japanese antique Bizen ware vase / 15th-16th century / Wabi-sabi vase/Tsubo
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This Bizen ware jar was fired in the Bizen region of Okayama Prefecture. Bizen ware is one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns and is known as one of the oldest pottery styles in Japan. Its...
Category
16th Century Japanese Other Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Early to Mid-19th Century Tortoiseshell and Mother-of-Pearl Card Case
Located in Atlanta, GA
A finely fashioned rectangular calling card case, constructed in rich, mottled tortoiseshell and framed with geometric mother-of-pearl corner panels, the contrasting materials creati...
Category
Early 19th Century English British Colonial Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Shell
Tea Caddy - Elie Bleu Paris
By Elie Bleu
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful vintage tea caddy, made by the French brand Elie Bleu Paris.
The box is made of beautifully veneered / greened wood with black piping. Th...
Category
Early 2000s French Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver Plate
Hand-Blown Murano Globe Vase in Amber
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A radiant study in light and form, this hand-blown Murano globe vase in amber exudes warmth, brilliance, and artisanal precision. Its multi-faceted silhouette is meticulously cut to ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
$3,320 / item
Vintage Royal Dux Porcelain Figurine of a Cockatoo Perched on a Branch
Located in San Francisco, CA
the expressive cockatoo with a prominent head crest and strong hooked beak perched upon a foliate branch-work base; with maker's marks to underside; Dux Porcelain began in 1860 by Ed...
Category
1990s German Other Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Hercules Antaeus Bronze Sculpture by Carl Kauba
By Carl Kauba
Located in Houston, TX
Bronze Sculpture of Hercules and Antaeus crafted and signed by Carl Kauba. This sculpture depicts the tale of Hercules' battle against Antaeus.
Antaeus, son of Gaia and Poseidon,...
Category
19th Century Austrian Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Pair of Vintage Victorian Style Baluster Brass Candlesticks, England 1930s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Pair of vintage Victorian style brass or bronze candlesticks feature elegant baluster form and streamlined design. Each sculptural, decorative candlestick features a sturdy, stable s...
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Bronze
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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