Decorative Objects
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
1880s English Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Late 20th Century Decorative Objects
Crystal
1970s American Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Iron
Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
Late 20th Century Mexican Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Marble
Mid-20th Century Italian Decorative Objects
Majolica, Terracotta
1990s French Modern Decorative Objects
Shagreen, Wood
Mid-20th Century German Louis XIV Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Brass
1890s Czech Arts and Crafts Antique Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Early 1800s Chinese Antique Decorative Objects
Wood, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Decorative Objects
Porcelain
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Carnelian, Gold
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
1970s German Industrial Vintage Decorative Objects
Aluminum
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s Decorative Objects
Copper
Mid-20th Century French Country Decorative Objects
Brass, Copper
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass, Chrome
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Stoneware
20th Century Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass
20th Century Decorative Objects
Glass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Terracotta
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Lucite
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Stoneware
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Wood, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Wood, Ceramic
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Blown Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century North American Bohemian Decorative Objects
Pottery
Late 20th Century North American Bohemian Decorative Objects
Pottery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
Late 20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Marble
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Bakelite, Wood
Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Decorative Objects
Giltwood, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Iron
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Oak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Steel, Chrome
20th Century Italian Decorative Objects
Crystal
20th Century French Louis XVI Decorative Objects
Crystal, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
Early 20th Century English Victorian Decorative Objects
Rattan
1890s French Antique Decorative Objects
Metal
Mid-19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
Late 20th Century North American Bohemian Decorative Objects
Pottery
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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