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Decorative Objects For Sale
Bruno Cassinari Italian Art Horse Sculpture Bronze 13/28
Located in Brescia, IT
"Horse Head" Bruno Cassinari Italy, 1970 Bronze Sculpture Artist Sign engraved on the bronze base Limited Edition 13/28 Excellent Condition
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

art deco 20th century design ceramic horse pink and black decoration 1950
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
French decorative art 20th century design pink and black art deco ceramic horse Realised circa 1950 Original perfect condition In the style...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Large Antique Walnut Perpetual Desk Calendar. English, C.1900
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
A fabulous walnut desk calendar Lovely colour of wood Good condition. All text and numbers complete Free UK shipping   
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1890s English Edwardian Antique Decorative Objects

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Walnut

Nemadji Pottery Vase - Orange and Green Swirls
Located in Fairfield, CA
A vintage nemadji pottery vase with a beautiful organic pattern of multi colored swirls on a light off-white background. Matte glazed exterior, glazed interior. Marked on the base.
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Mid-20th Century American Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Bahria Malachite Jewelry Box by Obsydian Stone
Located in Milan, IT
This jewelry box in precious malachite strikes with its sensual and unrepeatable traceries. Its bright tones of green - inspired by the ancient Bahria oasis dedicated to Osiris, godd...
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2010s Italian Decorative Objects

Materials

Multi-gemstone

Pair 19th Century Cloisonné Vases
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of 19th Century bronze cloisonné vases. These baluster form vessels feature an enameled body with all-over polychrome foliage motifs on a turquoise ground, with two dragon handl...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Decorative Objects

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Metal, Enamel, Bronze

Italian Mid Century sewing box made of walnut wood with fold-out compartments
Located in München, DE
Original Mid-Century Modern fold-out sewing box in very good vintage condition. Made in Italy. Made of walnut. A stunningly beautiful decorative Italian design from the 1950s with ma...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Metal

Tapio Wirkkala Stainless Steel Puukko Knife with Leather Sheath Hackman Finland
Located in London, GB
Tapio Wirkkala Puukko Knife by Hackman Finnish Design This vintage Puukko knife, designed by renowned Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala and produc...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Stainless Steel, Brass

Set of 3 Murano Vases Bolle Collection by Paolo Castelli by Paolo Castelli
Located in Milan, IT
A rainbow of new furniture vases witnesses par excellence of Murano's artisan creativity, declining into a work of art. The current result of this precious collaboration, always aime...
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2010s Italian Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Brutalist Hand-Forged Iron Candle Chandelier, France 1950s, Sculptural Pendant
Located in Lisse, NL
Brutalist all-handcrafted and angular design candle pendant light. Looking for that perfect design piece that marries warmth and sculptural purit...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Wrought Iron

A Set of 5 Architectural RADICAL & POSTMODERN Metal VASES, by KAPPA, France 1970
Located in PARIS, FR
An exceptional and spectacular set of 5 geometric vases, Post-Modern, Radical, 5 different sizes stainless steel rectangular structures, forming together a kind of "Cityscape" set of...
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1970s French Post-Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Metal

Italian Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal, & Moss Agate Table Box, Vermeil Hinge, 1970s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Italian Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal, and Moss Agate Table Box with Vermeil Hinge, Circa 1970s A refined and sculptural Italian table box dating to the 1970s, expertly composed of thr...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal, Silver

1970s Exquisited Handcrafted Green Vase in Murano Glass by Ca dei Vetrai.
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Exquisited handcrafted green vase in Murano Glass (mouth blown) by Ca dei Vetrai. Made in Italy . This vase is in excellent condition. Dimension: diam 6,29 x 10,23 H inches d...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

French Baccarat Style Crystal Box Signed France, Saks Fifth Ave
Located in Clearwater, FL
A refined French crystal box in the style of Baccarat, crafted with thick, luminous beveled crystal and finished with a beautifully detailed laurel wreath clasp. Signed France and ma...
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1960s French Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Antique Italian Grand Tour Bronze Spinario Boy with Thorn Figure Greek Statue
Located in Wilton, CT
Antique Italian bronze figure picking a thorn from his foot, circa late 19th century. This figure, known as Spinario (the Spaniard) is based on an ancient Greek statue in the Capitol...
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Late 19th Century Italian Hellenistic Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Italian 18th Century Chalk/ Cast Stone Angel Head
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful chalk/ cast stone angel head. Italy circa 1750 Weathered, small losses. Measurements include the wooden base. H:20cm W:11cm D:10cm
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

18th Century Dutch Grandfather Clock, Calendar and Moonphases, Amsterdam 1760-70
Located in Greven, DE
Antique Amsterdam grandfather clock with alarm, calendar and moon phase Amsterdam Walnut root and others circa 1760 Dimensions: H x W x D: 283 x 58 x 30 cm - without figures the he...
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1760s Dutch Louis XV Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Table Box
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Period, sterling silver table box, Poole Silver Co., Taunton, Mass., Ca. 1930's. Wood-lined. Measures 6 inches wide x 3 inches deep x 1 3/4 inches high. Underside is covered...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Shagreen Sculptural Floor Lamp with Shell and Brass Details 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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Italian 18th Century Carved Wooden Baroque Angel
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful Baroque angel. Unique period piece made out of wood . Hand-carved Italy, circa 1750 Weathered. Small losses and old repairs/restorations on arms and legs. Measurement her...
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects

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Wood

1906 Luigi Genazzi Art Nouveau Semplon Tunnel Italian Silver Plaque Wood Box
Located in Brescia, IT
Rare Box with Silver bas relief Luigi Genazzi, Milano Italy, 1906 "Esposizione Iternazionale Milano 1906" embossed silver plaque of Italian silversmith and chiseler Luigi Genazzi Gr...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

Glazed Rose Bud Candleholders in Stoneware by Eva Staehr-Nielsen for Saxbo, 1950
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small rose-bud candlestick in glazed stoneware by the female ceramist icon Eva Stæhr Nielsen. Executed in red and green nuances. Manufactured by Saxbo in Denmark during the 1950s. Mi...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Monumental Fukagawa Blue and White Arita Landscape Vase, Signed, Mid-20th C.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Monumental Fukagawa Blue and White Arita Landscape Vase, Signed, Circa Mid-20th Century, 2 pieces: the vase and the exceptional carved hardwood stand. A striking and masterfully pa...
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20th Century Japanese Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain, Hardwood

Decorative gemstone Laundry Clip - Dumortierite Blue
Located in Pacasmayo, PE
Blue dumortierite to boost mental focus. Decorative clip with positive energy and Peruvian origin. DAR Proyectos carves the uniquely Peruvian gemstones into our classic laundry peg....
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21st Century and Contemporary Peruvian Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone, Multi-gemstone

Early Bohemian Enamel Moser large, Bronze Metal Mounted Box and Lid, 1895
Located in Worcester Park, GB
Exceptional vibrant pink floral enamelled basket box and fitted cover with orate bent metal (bronze) fitments with fine detaileled leaf patterns by Moser c 1895. An amazing high quality piece decorated in polychrome enamel posies of flowers, a rare shape with elongated rounded lid and base mounted on bronze bent metal feet and side handles - Often boxes like this show stress on the metal hinges and catches -due to the weight of the glass - but this has been well protected for 130 years and is in amazing condition. Possibly this was originally meant as a sugar casket...
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1890s Czech Arts and Crafts Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

A 1980s Modern Gilt Brass and Lacquer Luxury Box by Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
1980s Modern Gilt Brass and Lacquer Small Luxury Box by Gucci A refined piece of Italian luxury, this 1980s small box by Gucci showcases the brand's iconic blend of elegance and bold...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

8.5 Inch White Porcelain or Ceramic Greyhound / Whippet
Located in Warrenton, OR
8.5 Inch White Porcelain or Ceramic Greyhound / Whippet UPDATE: Due to agreement with 1stDibs, we'll be staying through the end of the year. This mid-century modern era porcelain or ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Pottery

A 1930s Art Deco Hand-Carved Oak French Box
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a 1930s French Art Deco hand-carved oak box, showcasing a unique blend of craftsmanship and geometric flair characteristic of the Art Deco period. Solid oak wood, noted for i...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

Large 1950s Mid-Century Pink Bubble Glass Bowl Carlo Scarpa for Venini Style
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Beautiful large midcentury modern vintage rectangular biomorphic shaped pink glass 'Bullicante' (controlled bubble) bowl, snack dish, vide poche or ashtray with folded rims. In the s...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Art Deco Bakelite Skyscraper Alarm Table Clock and Lamp by Bayard France 1930s
Located in Bochum, NRW
Art Deco Bakelite Skyscraper Alarm Table Clock and Lamp by Bayard France 1940s Dimensions: 21x11x30cm Gorgeous design this alarm clock was made by the French clock makers Bayard. Ver...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Rare Art Deco Glazed Porcelain Sculpture c1930 by August Wilhelm Goebel, Signed
Located in Lisse, NL
Pure, sculptural and timeless. This extraordinary Art Deco sculpture by German artist August Wilhelm Goebel (1883–1971) masterfully balances classical form and modernist restraint. ...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Murano Glass Zanfirico Latticino Fazzoletto Bowl
Located in Warrenton, OR
Murano Glass Zanfirico Latticino Fazzoletto Bowl BeFirstBoldy com This colors of joy, mid-century modern bowl would make a beautiful gift. One of the larger of its kind, it measur...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Azurite With Malachite – 176 Grams
Located in New York, NY
This bold Azurite specimen with accenting Malachite features an abundance of sparkling royal blue Azurite crystals set off by blossoms of vivid malachite. The deep color saturation a...
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2010s Moroccan Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Malachite

Marvelous Design & Warm Color Burl Walnut Art Deco, Bauhaus Mantel / Desk Clock
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful and also practical in size Bauhaus style clock. Over the years we have sold a number of striking (no pun intended) Art Deco clocks, but rarely one as timeless, as stylish,...
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Early 20th Century German Bauhaus Decorative Objects

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Chrome, Iron, Brass

Rare Antique 19th Century American Victorian Ansonia Cast Iron Mantel Clock 10"
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 19th century black cast iron Ansonia mantel clock. Black lacquered iron case with gold painted art nouveau foliate details. Key wound, chimin...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Iron

Large Korean Monochrome Porcelain Moon Jar on Carved Wood Stand, 20th Century
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large Korean White Porcelain Moon Jar on Carved Wood Stand, 20th Century A striking example of Korean minimalist ceramic design, this large white porcelain moon jar embodies the ref...
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20th Century Korean Minimalist Decorative Objects

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Porcelain, Hardwood

Rustic Modern Table Top Mobile in Steel
Located in Oakland, CA
Hand crafted table top mobile created out of cut and welded steel. The sculpture is a blend of both the rustic and modernist aesthetic. Having developed a patina to the steel from ov...
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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Cut Steel

Jaeger LeCoultre Atmos Clock With Black Dial, Made In Switzerland 1965
Located in Greven, DE
Atmos clock by Jaeger LeCoultre with black dial Switzerland Brass Year of manufacture 1965 Dimensions: H x W x D: 22 x 18 x 13.5 cm Description: Atmos V calibre 526 in a gold-plat...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Blue Swirl Murano Art Glass Sphere Vase, Alberto Donà, 1980
Located in Villaverla, IT
Discover this captivating Murano art glass sphere vase, a truly exquisite piece from the renowned Italian master glassblower Alberto Donà, meticulously crafted in 1980. This stunning...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Ceramic and Fiber Wall Sculpture #839 - White Unglazed Clay, Ombre Cotton Fringe
Located in Proctorsville, VT
Two panel wall sculpture. Hand formed ceramic pieces in unglazed white stoneware with black and white cotton fringe. Hanging wire is included on each panel. Ships with a small comb f...
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2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Cotton

A postmodern face vase after Lindsey B., circa 1980
Located in View Park, CA
A striking postmodern matte glazed ceramic vessel in the likeness of a head, circa 1980. Après Lindsey B.
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 3 Small Colorful Murano Glass Vases - Italy - Mid-20th Century
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A charming trio of petite hand-blown Murano glass vases, crafted in Italy in the mid-20th century. Each vase features bold, colorful stripes in traditional canne and filigrana techni...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Rutilated Smoky Quartz Bowl, Hand-Carved Crystal with Rutile Inclusions, Brazil
Located in Glasgow, GB
An exceptional example of natural crystal carving, this substantial smoky quartz bowl is crafted from a rare variety of quartz rich in golden rutile inclusions. The yellow rutile nee...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Quartz

Antique English Wood Jewelry Box
Located in New York, NY
A European antique veneered wood box with a Chevron design pattern, circa early-20th century or earlier, England. Box is rectangular with a beautiful wood veneer surface in a Chevron...
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Early 20th Century English Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Antique Lachenal French Pottery Art Deco Turquoise Crackle Glaze Vase
Located in Wilton, CT
Antique French pottery vase in Art Deco form with shoulder banded in relief and thick turquoise crackle glaze, circa 1920. From the pottery of the famous French ceramicist Edmond Lac...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Rare Adjustable Wrought Iron Desk or Piano Lamp Amsterdamse School, ca. 1910s
Located in Lisse, NL
* Kindly note that we arrange the shipping ourselves to ensure a smooth, secure, and reliable delivery. This allows us to provide the best possible service and care for your purchase. Adjustable wrought iron desk lamp with counterweight, Dutch expressionist ca. 1920. A rare architectural gem from the golden era of Dutch design. This adjustable wrought iron table or piano lamp, dating from the early 1920s, is an exceptional example of the Amsterdamse School movement, famed for its expressive forms, honest materials, and integration of function and sculpture. Crafted entirely by hand, the lamp features a sophisticated three-position height adjustment system via a striking counterweight mechanism, a feat of engineering as elegant as it is utilitarian. The heavy forged iron frame displays bold geometric detailing and honest craftsmanship typical of the movement, with meticulous hammer marks and subtle asymmetry that celebrate the hand of the maker. While unsigned, the design language speaks clearly to the school of Piet Kramer and the greater network of Amsterdamse School designers, whose influence extended into municipal buildings, interiors, and custom furnishings throughout the Netherlands in the 1910s and '20s. This is not just lighting, this is architecture in miniature. The not original hide-like-fabric of the lamp shade is no longer in perfect condition, but it certainly still is good enough to use on this desk lamp. With this rare lamp you can create the perfect atmosphere on your desk or on any (side)table in your living room, (home) office or library / reading room. If you like the uniqueness, the quality, the beauty, the workmanship, the condition and the deeper meaning of this sculptural table lamp as much as we do then you will love our price. Especially when taken into account that perfect packing and also worldwide delivery from our store to your door in just 4 to 5 days are complimentary. Maximum height adjustable x width x depth: 14,5 till 21 x 5.7 x 13.5 inches. *Styling Tips: Art Deco or Bauhaus furnishings as counterpoints. Or let it stand solo, like a sculptural presence on a console or credenza. We are driven by a passion for uniqueness, timeless, quality, stylish design, and the enduring craftsmanship of the past. Every purchase is carefully and thoughtfully packed — and we look forward to serving you (again). To explore all our 1000+ listings, simply click the button labeled 'View All From Seller’. Warm regards, Henk and the Studio Team Tags: Amsterdamse School lamp...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects

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Wrought Iron

Vintage Japanese Woven Bamboo Ikebana Basket with White Tint
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage Japanese bamboo Ikebana basket was made of smoked split bamboo; sculptural, fan-like patterns at the rim were created by masterful use of tightly woven canes, emerging from ...
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20th Century Japanese Japonisme Decorative Objects

Materials

Bamboo

Rectangle Bubble Vase in Beige Resin by Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Striking and elegant, the Rectangle Bubble Vase has a unique silhouette that brings a modern and playful feel to any space. Styled in built-ins or filled with florals, this vase is a...
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2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Objects

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Marble

1980s Christian Dior Style Fake Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Picture Frame
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This 1980s picture frame, designed in the style of Christian Dior, exudes vintage luxury with its bold and sophisticated aesthetic. The frame is crafted from faux tortoiseshell Lucit...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

A vintage Italian coral-colored alabaster mushroom, circa 1960
Located in View Park, CA
A unique mid century modern vintage Italian alabaster mushroom objet, circa 1960. Tones of coral with licorice veining. Rare size - larger than your garden variety vintage Italian ma...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Alabaster

Ancient Vessel- handmade Lava Vase III
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Found like an ancient relic.. created from found clay slabs throughout the studio. Glazed and finished in old world bronze and mocha mix of color and texture on dark chocolate clay....
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2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Fulvio Bianconi, Two Tiepoleschi Figurines, Pulcinella
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Pair of white lattimo figurines with black details. Fulvio Bianconi, designer at Venini. Very good detailed quality. White lattimo glass with black applications. The pieces belong to...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

A pure malachite chunk catchall, 20th century
Located in View Park, CA
A raw natural chunk of malachite, roughly fashioned as a catchall, probably 20th century - but of course the stone is older.
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20th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Malachite

Post Modern Art Time Wall Clock by Nicolai Canetti, 1984
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Nicolai Canetti for Art Time Collection post modern wall clock. White enamel background with reds, yellow, and blues. Sweep second hand. Great design and hard to find! Working condit...
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1980s Japanese Post-Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Aluminum

Seashell Jewelry Trinket Box
Located in New York, NY
A real natural seashell jewelry or trinket box with glass and mirror design, circa late-20th century. Boxes' hinged lid is a real natural seashell (be...
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Late 20th Century Organic Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Glass, Mirror

Seashell Jewelry Trinket Box
Seashell Jewelry Trinket Box
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Drift White Moon Vase Handmade 2025
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Bring a touch of modern style to your home with our Cream texture Moon vases one of kind this White moon jar with Textured drips Matt glaze one of a kind ., each striking vase f...
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2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Exquisite Japanese Wireless Cloisonné Dragon Motif Vase, Meiji / Taisho Period
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Japanese Wireless Cloisonné Enamel Vase, likely from the Meiji period (1868–1912) or possibly the early Taisho period (1912–1926). The vase features a dynamic depiction of a Japanese...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

Mid-Century Eastern German GDR Pottery Vase from Strehla Keramik, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Eastern German GDR Pottery Vase from Strehla Keramik, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: M...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Vantines French Art Deco Incense Burner
Located in Bochum, NRW
A Vantines French Art Deco cast metal incense burner in Egyptian Revival motif, modeled as two elegant Egyptian ladies kneeling, holding up the chamber of the censer. Dimensions: 18...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Murano Hand-Blown Glass Table Fountain w Gold Leaf Inclusions, Att Gino Cenedese
Located in Lisse, NL
Incredible handcrafted and mouth-blown glass table fountain and light fixture. This rare Murano glass table fountain is a spectacular fusion of sculpture, light, and water — a true ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Metal, Gold Leaf

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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