Decorative Objects
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Porcelain
2010s Turkish Japonisme Decorative Objects
Aluminum
Late 20th Century Chinese Decorative Objects
Rose Quartz
Mid-20th Century German Modern Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Bronze
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Pewter
1860s English High Victorian Antique Decorative Objects
Majolica, Pottery
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Italian Renaissance Decorative Objects
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
2010s Malaysian Modern Decorative Objects
Copper
Late 20th Century Folk Art Decorative Objects
Stone
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Faience, Ceramic
2010s Indian Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Bronze
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
Mid-20th Century English Victorian Decorative Objects
Metal, Enamel
1920s Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Marble, Bronze
Late 20th Century Philippine Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Shell, Velvet, Abalone
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Faience
2010s Spanish Other Decorative Objects
Brass
Late 19th Century Chinese Late Victorian Antique Decorative Objects
Brass
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Sommerso, Glass, Art Glass
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s Malaysian Modern Decorative Objects
Copper
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Leather
Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects
Porcelain, Wood
19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Decorative Objects
Marble, Bronze
2010s Swedish Decorative Objects
Metal, Iron
2010s American Decorative Objects
Rock Crystal
20th Century Italian Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects
Brass, Enamel
Late 20th Century American Art Nouveau Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Blown Glass
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Decorative Objects
Marble
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
20th Century French Decorative Objects
Porcelain
19th Century English Regency Antique Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Porcelain
1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects
Pottery
Late 19th Century Antique Decorative Objects
Crystal, Brass, Bronze
2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Objects
Resin
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Decorative Objects
Glass
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
20th Century English Other Decorative Objects
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Decorative Objects
Crystal, Rock Crystal
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
Early 20th Century South Asian Decorative Objects
Wood
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects
Resin
15th Century and Earlier Malagasy Other Antique Decorative Objects
Precious Stone
15th Century and Earlier Moroccan Prehistoric Antique Decorative Objects
Rock Crystal
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Plaster
1910s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
1990s Italian Minimalist Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects
Wood
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Onyx, Stone, Metal
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Decorative Objects
Enamel
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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