Decorative Objects
1980s English Vintage Decorative Objects
Paper
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass, Wood
1980s Mexican Arts and Crafts Vintage Decorative Objects
Silver
15th Century and Earlier Uruguayan Antique Decorative Objects
Amethyst, Quartz
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Plaster
15th Century and Earlier Uruguayan Antique Decorative Objects
Amethyst, Quartz
1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Resin
1980s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
1980s American Vintage Decorative Objects
Pewter
1980s French Post-Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Wood
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
15th Century and Earlier Ukrainian Antique Decorative Objects
Other
1980s Swedish Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Greek Antique Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1980s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Gold, Silver Plate
1980s American Vintage Decorative Objects
Paper
15th Century and Earlier Antique Decorative Objects
Pottery
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Plastic
1980s Vintage Decorative Objects
Enamel
1980s Italian Other Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
1980s Indian Hollywood Regency Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
1980s American Organic Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
15th Century and Earlier Antique Decorative Objects
Stone, Metal
15th Century and Earlier American Antique Decorative Objects
Other
15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Antique Decorative Objects
Pottery
1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Plastic
1980s Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
15th Century and Earlier Burmese Antique Decorative Objects
Other
1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Crystal
15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Decorative Objects
Marble
15th Century and Earlier Indonesian Antique Decorative Objects
Agate, Rock Crystal
15th Century and Earlier French Antique Decorative Objects
Stone
1980s British Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Gold Plate, Sheet Metal, Gold Leaf
1980s Japanese Industrial Vintage Decorative Objects
Chrome, Cut Steel, Steel
15th Century and Earlier Uruguayan Antique Decorative Objects
Agate, Amethyst, Quartz
1980s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Cast Stone, Bronze
15th Century and Earlier Brazilian Antique Decorative Objects
Quartz, Tourmaline
15th Century and Earlier North American Antique Decorative Objects
Petrified Wood
15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Antique Decorative Objects
Pottery
1980s Japanese Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
1980s American Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Composition
15th Century and Earlier South Korean Other Antique Decorative Objects
Pottery
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
15th Century and Earlier Uruguayan Antique Decorative Objects
Agate, Amethyst, Quartz
1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Plastic
1980s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Clay
15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Antique Decorative Objects
Other
1980s European Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
15th Century and Earlier Antique Decorative Objects
Limestone
1980s Mexican Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Paint
1980s Japanese Minimalist Vintage Decorative Objects
Steel
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
15th Century and Earlier Uruguayan Antique Decorative Objects
Agate, Amethyst, Quartz
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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