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Decorative Objects For Sale
20th Century Multicolored Murano Glass Vase, Italy ca. 1970
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Lovely late mid-century multicolored glass vase from the famous workshops of the little island of Murano in Venice/ Italy. Elaborately handcrafted in the period around 1970, this hig...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Black Marble Pedestal Bowl XL
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introducing our stunning black marble PEDESTAL Bowl, a captivating fusion of style and utility. Crafted from premium black marble with white veins, this bowl boasts a unique and eye-...
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2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Hercules Antaeus Bronze Sculpture by Carl Kauba
Located in Houston, TX
Bronze Sculpture of Hercules and Antaeus crafted and signed by Carl Kauba. This sculpture depicts the tale of Hercules' battle against Antaeus. Antaeus, son of Gaia and Poseidon,...
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19th Century Austrian Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Majestic Nativity, Capodimonte Porcelain, piece numbered 383 of 500, 1990s
Located in Palermo, IT
Majestic Nativity "Principe", Capodimonte Porcelain, piece numbered 383 of 500, 1990s A stunning Made in Italy creation. Good condition, with minor signs of wear. Fast and insured sh...
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1990s Italian Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Under The Banyan Bronze Candelabra Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Under The Banyan Bronze Candelabra Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal Echoing ancient whispers of worship, each object captures the essence of the Banyan tree, believed to hold th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Antique English Coromandel Fitted Traveling Vanity Dressing Box, circa 1870
Located in Pearland, TX
A superb antique 19th century English coromandel and rosewood fitted travel vanity or dressing box, circa 1870. This fine box contains the original contents including silverplate lidded cut glass jars, sewing tools...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate

Sheep Sculpture, Handcrafted by New Mexico Artist Ray Growler
Located in Norwalk, CT
Natural lamb’s wool sheep figure w/ natural horms. Hand crafted by Ray Growler, Navaho whose gallery is located in Four Corners area of New Mexico. Ray Growler is a popular mixed me...
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1990s American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Horn, Wool

Alme Green Vase
Located in Milan, IT
Alma, a 3D-printed vase, draws from the Caltagirone pine cone's shape, symbolizing vitality and eternity. Combining digital artistry, craftsmanship, and n...
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2010s Italian Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Alme Green Vase
Alme Green Vase
$440 / item
SET AIMARA Small, Medium & Large Alpaca Silver Photoframes
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
The waves on a choppy lake, rough by the wind, inspire the design of alpaca boxes and picture frames of this family, whose name comes from the tribe that dwelled in the North Argenti...
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2010s Argentine Organic Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Antique French Gilded Bronze Picture Frame - Napoleonic Bees
Located in Bath, GB
Always highly sought-after, this bronze dore photograph frame is lucky enough to be decorated with a series of gilded bronze bees mounted onto the cream col...
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Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Memphis Style Triangular Mixed Wood Trinket Box by Russ Keil
Located in San Diego, CA
Memphis style mixed wood triangular trinket box by Russ Keil, circa 1990s. The box measures 4.5"W x 4.5"D x 5.75"H and is made of a padouk, walnut and sugar maple hardwood . There is...
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Maple, Padouk

Vintage Art Deco Telechron Electroalarm Skyscraper Desk Clock Bakelite
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A beautiful Art Deco bakelite desk clock with alarm. Model 700 made ca' 1930's. In very good original condition, the clock is running and alarm works, though not tested for accuracy....
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1930s Saint Pierre and Miquelon Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Large Danto-Awaji Pottery with Sprigged Peonies on a Green Ground
Located in Wilton, CT
Large and stoutly potted Danto-Awaji pottery vase with sprigged white peony designs standing out in stark relief against a dark green glaze. Arresting form, inspired by a traditional...
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1910s Japanese Arts and Crafts Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

VENINI vase Fazzoletto Aquamarine & Green Murano Glass, Signed 2010
Located in Venezia, IT
Timeless Venini Fazzoletto vase, model 700.02, in Aquamarine and Green opalino glass, diamond-engraved Venini 2004 with box and paperwork. Hand-blown and shaped free-hand using the t...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Archimede Seguso Murano Blue Sommerso Glass Bowl
Located in Barcelona, ES
Hand blown Murano glass Sommerso bowl / ashtray in blue color with a cased rim in dark blue glass. Design attributed to Archimede Seguso for Seguso Factory, Italy, 1960s. A highly de...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Rare Folk Art Black Forest Root Wood Table Clock w. Bell Ringer Monk, Cuckoo St.
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and great folk-art workmanship mantel clock for the collectors and enthousiasts. Over the years we have had the pleasure of owning and selling a number of beautiful Black Forest antiques, but never did we come accross a 19th century Black Forest, Folk Art table clock of this design and subject matter and with such amazing natural organic details. This small church or chapel-like 'clockhouse' is entirely handcrafted out of all kinds of wood, but the most eye-catching is ofcourse the organic root wood. Each piece is like an abstract sculpture and depending on how you see things, they may look like one thing to you, but like something completely different to the next person. Because of all the natural materials that were used this small church has a stunning organic look and feel, but what really takes it to another level is the bell striking mechanism. Every six hours the church bell will ring many times, the door on the left will open at every 'strike', revealing the original monk sculpture inside (as shown in the attached video in this listing). With the hand carved crucifix on the right side being made of the same color and materials, it totally blends in with the entire organic design of this Christian antique. Over the many decades this good size and rare antique clock has also grown the most amazing patina and with the natural beauty and unique artisanship that it radiates people will want to stop and study its uniqueness. This work-of-art-table-clock comes with a single day clock mechanism, protected from dust by the original 'back door'. It runs and strikes perfectly and comes with an antique key for winding it. Apart from a few minor imperfections, this rare antique is in excellent condition, which makes it perfect for lovers of unique and rare clocks in general and for Black Forest and Christian Folk Art collectors in particular. Mind you, our fair price for this sizable antique cuckoo clock...
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19th Century German Gothic Revival Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Ormolu French Cartel Clock on its Stand, Mantle Clock, Napoleon III Era
Located in Bochum, NRW
Antique Ormolu French Cartel Clock on its stand, Napoleon III Era. This is a good-sized French mantel clock dating from around 1880. It has a waisted case with applied brass decoration and brass and tortoiseshell-style inlaid panels. The white enameled dial has fancy pierced brass hands and a beaded bezel. It is hand-painted with Arab numerals and decorated with garlands of flowers and leaves. The clock has a center window showing the pendulum shaped like a fairy. It drives the movement that seems to strike the hours and halves on a bell. This gorgeous antique cartel clock...
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Emerald on Calcite From Colombia
Located in New York, NY
This superb Emerald on Calcite specimen from Colombia showcases a striking, elongated crystal with vibrant green color and excellent transparency. Rising prominently from its contras...
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2010s Colombian Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

CHANEL Snow Globe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
CHANEL winder holiday snow globe featuring Chanel gift bags, boxes, and N.5 perfume bottle / Made in France This comes in original box Diameter: 4 inches / Height: 5.5 inches 1 avail...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

CHANEL Snow Globe
CHANEL Snow Globe
$525 Sale Price
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European Art Deco Portrait Bust of a Lady
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
European Art Deco Portrait Bust of a Lady signed Lower Right 'Witter' Signed 'Witter' Possibly Belgian Artist Sculptor J.Witter A fine example of art deco sculpture, showing artistic influences of the Wiener Werkstätte and Paul Manship. Of typical form, the cast bronze mask/ bust retains the orignal rich patina, mounted on fine square marble pedestal base...
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20th Century European Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze

West German Scheurich Keramik Fat Lava Ceramic Vases / Jars, Set of Three
Located in Barcelona, ES
Colorful set of three West German fat lava brown and orange glazed ceramic vases. Germany 1960s. The giant sized one is a West German Pottery fat lava glazed ceramic vase manufactured by Scheurich. Marked on underside: W.German 408-40. . These vases are amazing placed together. They have eye-catching colors in orange, shades of red, orange and brown. The smaller fat lava West Germany...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Lava

Bronze Horse by Mêne entitled Cheval Libre
Located in Folkestone, GB
Fine Bronze model of a horse by PIERRE JULES MÊNE, (France 1810-1879) entitled "Cheval Libre" (The Free Horse) Sand cast during the Mêne-Cain (1874-1908) period, probaly circa 1880. ...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Sterling Silver Plate Letter Opener Horse Head Design
Located in New York, NY
A substantial sterling silver-plated letter opener with horse head handle, circa mid-20th century, USA. A great desk, office, library, etc., accessory. With maker's mark on underside...
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Mid-20th Century American American Classical Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Antique Figural Italian Cast Bronze Cat (circa 1920s)
Located in London, GB
Antique figural Italian cast bronze cat (circa 1920s). This Italian marvel, born in the heart of the 1920s, is not just a statue; it's a portal to a by...
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1920s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

A Stunning French Art Nouveau Majolica Floral Centerpiece by Fives-Lille
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Stunning French Art Nouveau Majolica Floral Centerpiece by Fives-Lille  France, circa 1900s, Gustave de Bruyn & Fils, Fives-Lille  A stu...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Bronze, bighorn, sheep . Life-size.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautifully crafted bronze sculpture of a bighorn sheep , with a very nice patina… this sheep, has incredible detail ,showing the curls of hair and the deep ruts and power of the ...
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1970s American Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Majolica Jardinière with Hen & Rooster
Located in Austin, TX
A 19th century Majolica jardinière , in Country style painted with rooster ,hens and chick on straw , the back side is decorated with straw and bucket signed Aistis. Impressionist style. Attributed to Montigny sur Loing.
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1880s French Country Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Faience, Ceramic

Tall Carved Alabaster Marble and Bronze Urn Table Lamp, Italy
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Beautifully carved Italian alabaster marble handled urn table lamp, early 20th century. Classic urn form features decorative bronze fittings, sculptural curved side handles, and a fluted column plinth...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Alabaster, Marble, Bronze

Beautiful Hollywood Regency Brass See-Through Table Clock by Seiko Japan, 1980s
Located in Vienna, AT
A decorative Hollywood Regency desk/table/mantel clock from the 1980s. It features a brushed brass housing with a mirror-polished front, elegant golden handles and indices, and a smo...
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1980s Japanese Hollywood Regency Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Brass

Drift Amphora Vase- Hand Made Vase
Located in Van Nuys, CA
ooking like it was recovered from the floor of the Mediterranean Sea. stands 17" tall and created all by hand sculpting then with multiple firings to create a one of a kind texture F...
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2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

L'Ammuttunata Seller Of Aubergine Vase
Located in Milan, IT
The second fire-fired ceramic head, handmade with face and aubergine reliefs, can be used to contain plants, flowers and sometimes even bottles with ice. "Ammuttunata" is an ancient ...
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2010s Italian Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Jewelry Box nickel and glass around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco Jewelry Box nickel and glass around 1920s Original condition
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Nickel

21st Century Karim Rashid Mini Bowl Murano Glass Violet
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
Kastle mini bowl, Murano glass, by Karim Rashid, 21st century. Karim Rashid has conceived for Purho a mini collection of bowls and vases characterized by their faceted, structural fo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Cartier Santos 18ct Gold Plated & Brushed Steel Ballpoint Pen in Original Box
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Elegant Cartier Brushed Steel & 18ct Gold Plated Santos Stylo Bille Must II Pen comes with Hard Case and Booklet Cartier pens are designed by Car...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Plate, Steel

French Faience Wall Pocket Anchor Desvres Fourmaintraux, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience Wall Pocket Anchor signed FF Desvres Fourmaintraux, Circa 1890.  
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1890s French Rustic Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Large Majolica Leaf Platter Vallauris circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Large Majolica Leaf Platter Vallauris Circa 1950.
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Famille Rose Kamcheng Jar, Purple Ground, Dayazhai Style
Located in Glasgow, GB
This Chinese famille rose kamcheng jar is a fine example of late Qing-style porcelain, crafted in the vibrant Dayazhai style circa mid-20th century. The kamcheng, a Straits Chinese t...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Bronze Marble Sculpure by Carl Kauba 19th Century
Located in London, GB
A superb antique bronze and marble sculputure group titled "The Betrothal" by Carl Kauba (1865-1922), circa 1890 in date. The bronze features a classical youth placing a ring on the...
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19th Century English Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Brutalist Glass Menorah by Joel & Candace Bless Wave Shape
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful brutalist thick rough glass sculpture Menorah by Joel & Candace Bless, circa 1990s remanence of an antique wave wall with .5" diameter holes for display candles, no chi...
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

English Regency Period Original Watercolor Maple Frame Blackbird Nest and Eggs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An original British School Regency Period watercolor study of a Blackbird’s nest and eggs, mounted in a Georgian Period Maple frame – Dated 1863. These...
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Mid-19th Century English Regency Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Paper, Birdseye Maple

Bonnie Config 1 Contemporary XL LED Bronze or Brass Sculptural Chandelier
Located in Torslanda, SE
This piece was designed around the form of the artist's newborn daughter's eyes, and aptly named after her. Matthew Holleman is originally from New Zealand but now resides in Sweden ...
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2010s Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Nickel

French Riviera Huge Basket in Rattan, Brass, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic French Riviera style decorative basket fully made in curved rattan, wicker and brass. This unique object was made in Italy during the 1970s. This stunning large decorative...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Mid-Century Paneled or Fluted Bowl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century paneled bowl. In sterling silver. By Tiffany & Co. With a scalloped top, paneled or fluted sides, and a flared foot. Fully hallmarked to the base. Simply won...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Chinese Woven Basket with Lid, Black Lacquer Handle and Gilt Decorated Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
This late Qing Dynasty Chinese woven basket brings together craftsmanship and decorative detail in a form that is both functional and striking. The rounded body is finely woven from ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

GAB, Small Candlesticks, Pewter, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pewter candlesticks designed and produced by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s. Holds 0.5” diameter candles
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1930s Swedish Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Pewter

Free-Form Glass Trinket Catchall Dish by Tapio Wirkkala for Littala 1970s
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Free-Form Glass Trinket Dish / Catchall Dish, by Tapio Wirkkala for Littala 1970s This free-form decorative trinket was designed by Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala for Littala Editi...
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Mid-20th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Set of 7 Graduated Scandinavian Modern Brass Candle Holders
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Set of 7 vintage brass candle holders in Scandinavian Modern style features elegant, slender forms with round flared bases and tulip shaped sconces. Warm, golden color, soft sheen, a...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Rose Amethyst Geode Slab with Pink and Red Amethyst, Crystal Decor
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
High-Grade Pink Amethyst Geode Slice with Sculptural Formation ▫️ Description A Pink Amethyst Geode Slice showcases rare characteristics accentu...
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2010s Brazilian Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Mid-20th Century Italian Basalt Tazza
Located in Chicago, IL
This mid-20th century Italian basalt porcelain tazza is a refined study in classical elegance. With a wide, low bowl gracefully elevated on a turned foot, its proportions echo the ti...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

"Cyclo" Calacatta Marble Bowl
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introducing CYCLO, a versatile and elegantly crafted bowl made from premium marble stone. CYCLO blends natural beauty with functional design, making it a perfect addition to any spac...
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2010s European Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Black and White Flip Clock Large Station, Factory Clock, 1970s, France
By Bodet
Located in Antwerp, BE
Timeless Bodet black and white flip-flap station clock designed by the company that has been equipping French and Belgium stations for their big clocks for several decades. They inform travelers of the time that is running! This pretty specimen from the 1970s and 80s will ensure your punctuality while offering a beautiful Industrial and modern look to your interior decor. The flip-flap clock...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Plastic, Lucite

19th Century Italian Giltwood Frame
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful golden wood frame central Italy Gold plating with zecchino gold Period first half of the nineteenth century Internal imensions cm 22 x 17.5 This artwork, never befor...
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Early 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Pair of Art Glass "Catwalk" Sculptures by Kjell Engman for Kosta Boda Sweden
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair art glass "Catwalk" sculptures / figurines by Kjell Engman for Kosta Boda Sweden, circa 1980s. The pieces is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks a...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Danish Studio Pottery Bowl from Bangholm, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Danish Studio Pottery Bowl from Bangholm, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Ce...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Hand-Carved Ibex Book Ends, 1970s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant pair of Mid-Century Modern book ends. Striking Indonesian design from the 1970s. Solid teak frames with original hand-carved Ibex sculpture. This wonderful pair ...
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1970s Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Teak

Large Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Voulkos Style Pottery Vase Vessel Sculpture
Located in Studio City, CA
A spectacular, sumptuously glazed, masculine Mid-Century Modern Brutalist vase/sculpture. This piece is quite heavy and makes a bold statement. The dark black drip glaze with light...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

Art Nouveau Rectangular Silver Plate Jewelry Box, France
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This French rectangular silver box is heavily decorated in the typical styles of this Art Nouveau period. The box has vintage red velvet interior and the original hardware with a wor...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate

1970's Porcelain Bull - Pablo Zabel, Chile
Located in Bern, CH
1970s Pablo Zabal Chile decorative porcelain bull. With insert for use as a candle holder. Signed on base: Pablo Zabal Chile. Diameter: ca. 28cm. Height:...
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1970s Chilean Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

19th Century Scottish Gilt Metal Banded Agate Vesta Case Match Box
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This exceptional 19th century Scottish vesta case is crafted from finely polished banded agate, admired for its striking natural striations in shades of brown, grey, white, and smoky...
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1880s Scottish Victorian Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Metal, Bronze, Ormolu

Brutalist Tribal Folk Wrought Iron Horse Figure 1950s Head Bowed
Located in Melbourne, AU
A delightful tribal brutalist sculpture of a horse, showing exceptional character and decorative appeal. This is the second of two separate listings of this figure type. The origin ...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron, Wrought 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.

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