Decorative Objects
20th Century Industrial Decorative Objects
Metal
19th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects
Ormolu
Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze, Ormolu
1950s Italian Industrial Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Industrial Decorative Objects
Brass
1970s Italian Industrial Vintage Decorative Objects
Steel
Early 19th Century Italian Rococo Antique Decorative Objects
Statuary Marble
Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects
Crystal, Enamel
1840s Italian Rococo Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
19th Century Rococo Antique Decorative Objects
Terracotta
Early 1900s Italian Rococo Antique Decorative Objects
Wood
19th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects
Ormolu
19th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
2010s American Industrial Decorative Objects
Metal
18th Century Rococo Antique Decorative Objects
Velvet, Wood
Early 20th Century German Industrial Decorative Objects
Wood
Early 19th Century Italian Rococo Antique Decorative Objects
Walnut
19th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
19th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
2010s Industrial Decorative Objects
Metal
2010s Italian Industrial Decorative Objects
Metal
20th Century French Rococo Decorative Objects
Brass
20th Century Italian Rococo Decorative Objects
Silver
Late 19th Century American Industrial Antique Decorative Objects
Iron
Early 20th Century American Industrial Decorative Objects
Iron
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.