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Decorative Objects For Sale
Oval Lead Crystal Bowl
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Category

1970s Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Oval Lead Crystal Bowl
Oval Lead Crystal Bowl
$224 Sale Price
65% Off
Flow Vase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Turned wood and cast bronze made in Los Angeles. Design is inspired by the the natural flows of water.
Category

2010s American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Flow Vase
Flow Vase
$1,750
Black Marble Narrow Bowl
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introducing our exquisite black marble narrow bowl, a fusion of elegance and functionality. Crafted from luxurious black marble with, this stunning bowl is a testament to timeless be...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Unique Handmade 21st Century Medium Round Hesse Vase in Glacier Blue
Located in Springfield, OR
The striking and unique Hesse Vase in Glacier is handmade by artist Elyse Graham in her Los Angeles studio. This collection of vessels is inspired by our...
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2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin, Plaster

Orchies Ceramics Factory Pair Of French Art Deco Ceramic Vases
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly invite you to read the entire description, as we provide detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our objects. These stunning vases display clear Art Deco influences, evident in the geometric lines and squared, decorative handles adorned with elegant gilding. The tapered, symmetrical shape is typical of the 1920s and 1930s when Art Deco was at its peak. The predominant color is a deep cobalt blue, characteristic of high-quality ceramic production from that era, associated with a refined decorative style. The gilded handles create a striking and luxurious visual contrast with the rest of the design. The geometric gilded handles, distinctive in their elegance, reflect neoclassical influences reinterpreted through the lens of Art Deco. The decorative details on the handles were applied by hand, a hallmark of fine ceramic craftsmanship. The ceramic used is glazed earthenware. The glossy finish suggests the use of vitreous glazes, applied to achieve a shiny, even surface. The gilding on the handles may have been done using the ceramic lustre technique, where gold is applied at a low temperature after an initial firing, resulting in a durable, shiny finish. The vases date to the period between 1925 and 1930, as indicated by the stamps on the bottom. The Orchies pottery factory was one of the leading French manufacturers specializing in ceramics, located in Orchies, in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region. Founded in 1886 by Désiré Leroy, the company quickly gained a reputation for the quality of its products and its distinctive trademark, often featuring the silhouette of a windmill, a typical symbol of that region of France. Initially focused on decorative ceramics and household items, the factory later expanded by merging with other local manufacturers, broadening its range of products. A key figure in the company's growth was Jules Auguste Hamin, who helped drive its expansion and brand development. Orchies products were renowned for their craftsmanship and the high quality of materials used. The ceramics were produced using a variety of techniques, including terracotta and glazed stoneware. Orchies excelled in the creation of decorative vases, tableware, pitchers, and other ornamental objects. Bright colors and glossy finishes were characteristic of many of their works, which blended elements of local tradition with Art Nouveau influences. During its golden age, Orchies not only dominated the French market but also exported its ceramics to several European countries and beyond. Its quality craftsmanship and refined design made its products highly valued by both the general public and collectors of art ceramics. The Orchies factory played a major role in the French ceramic industry from the late 19th to the early 20th century, contributing significantly to the development of the Nord-Pas-de-Calais ceramic tradition. However, like many factories of the time, Orchies faced increasing industrial competition and the economic crises of the 20th century, ultimately ceasing operations in the mid-1900s. Today, Orchies ceramics are highly sought after by collectors for their beauty and rarity. The windmill silhouette, imprinted on many of their pieces, remains a distinctive mark of quality and elegance. This pair of vases is a beautiful example of French Art Deco ceramics...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Bronze Figurative Sculpture After Salvador Dali
Located in Miami, FL
Bronze figurative sculpture after Salvador Dali (1904-1989) mounted on black marble pedestal. Measures: 17.75" High x 4.25" Deep x 8.50" Wide This eye-catching bronze figurative sc...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Tapio Wirkkala / VASE / Iittala
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
This piece is made using a special glass developed by Iittala called “Q Colour,” which features a pastel-toned, semi-transparent blue glass that emits a unique glow when light passes...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

1950s Lumax Recuit ‘Vide Poche’ Catch-All by Charlotte Perriand & Le Corbusier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a rare, 1950's French Mid-Century accessory designed by the iconic Charlotte Perriand and equally legendary Le Corbusier and manufactured by Lumax in France. It is a thick, m...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Toso Murano Green Orange Millefiori Flower Italian Art Glass Paperweights
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Priced per item (3 different designs available). Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown flower design Italian art glass paperweights. They are documented to the Fratelli Toso company. ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

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

Rare Finnish art glass object. Sakari Pykälä penguin for Riihimäen lasi
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A very rare vintage hand-blown Finnish art glass figurine in the shape of a penguin from Riihimäen lasi made by Sakari Pykälä. He was one of Finland's most talented Postwar and cont...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

21st Century Nadia Washcloth Holder Handmade in Italy
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
Nadia collection introduced its own wash clothes holder. Perfect also for sunglasses and sunscreen, the resistant and waterproof leather joined with a co...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Leather, Fabric

'Cosmic Oxidium Pendant 70' Mixed Color Patinated Brass Ceiling Lamp, Chandelier
Located in London, England
Two finely hand-spun brass plates make up this pendant light, finished in a mixed patina to create this unique appearance. The light is projected into the shade and reflects out, ill...
Category

2010s British Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Chinoiserie Large Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jars, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful pair of large Chinoiserie blue and white porcelain covered ginger jars or temple jars featuring birds and a floral motif China, Late 20th Century Measures: 9ʺW × 9ʺD × ...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Dinner and Side Plate English Ironstone in Flying Bird Ptn, 19th Century
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is two English ironstone plates; one dinner plate by Davenport and one side plate by Mason's, both in the flying Bird gilded pattern. Both plates are well potted and hand pai...
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19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Ironstone

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...
Category

2010s Argentine Organic Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Pair of Art Nouveau Period Sterling Silver Wood-Backed Picture frames
By W G Sothers Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, rare pair of Art Nouveau Period, sterling silver, wood-backed picture frames, Birmingham, England, year-hallmarked for 1919, W.G. Sothers, Ltd. - makers. Corners of each fra...
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1910s English Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Superb Jelly-Purple Amethyst Cluster with Large Amethyst Crystal Points
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
A Statement Brazilian Amethyst Cluster with Aesthetical, Lustrous Grape Jelly Points ▫️ Description Impressive and sculptural, this amethyst cluster features rare, elongated, glass...
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2010s Brazilian Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal

Carl Auböck Model #4483 Patinated Brass Triangle Dish
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck Model #4483 patinated brass triangle dish. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural Viennese bowl is executed in polishe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Orrefors, Lars Hellsten, Orion Crystal / Glass Bowl, Sweden, 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Orrefors (Manufacturer) - Lars Hellsten (Designer) - Orion (Product Line / Name) - Vintage Scandinavian clear crystal / glass bowl - original applied sticker and etched signature to ...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Judith Stiles Postmodern Vase, New York Art Studio Pottery, 1980s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Playful vintage vase features hand painted abstract graphic designs in Postmodern style on ombre mauve pink background with turquoise rim and accent band on the bottom of the vase. The vase is hand signed by the artist on the bottom. Judith Stiles studied ceramic glazes under Susan Parks...
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Great Quality Carved & Superb Condition Wooden Corpus Christi on Crucifix, 1800s
Located in Lisse, NL
Antique crucifix with stunning hand carved details and an amazing patina. This remarkable and good size crucifix with a sculpture of a suffering Christ on the cross is another one...
Category

Early 19th Century German Gothic Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Fruitwood, Oak

Italian Delfts Blue and White Chinoiserie Porcelain Ginger Jar
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful Italian blue and white porcelain covered ginger jar ot temple jar By Ardalt Blue Delfia Italy, Mid-20th Century Measures: 8ʺW × 8ʺD × 14.5ʺH. Very good vintage condit...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Wrought Iron Snake Shaped Vide-Poche in style Edgar Brandt - France 1930's
Located in New York, NY
Rare "Pied Fumeur" to be used as vide-poche. Made of hammered "Martelé" wrought iron in the shape of a snake. Graphic art deco piece. This piece will ship from France and can be ret...
Category

1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Wrought Iron

Silvered Art Deco Jewelry Box, Vienna, Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Silvered Art deco Jewelry Box, Vienna, around 1920s. Polished and stove enameled.
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Antique Wicker Grape Harvest Log Basket
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Antique Grape Harvest Log Basket – A A beautiful hand-made wicker basket from Turkey used to harvest grapes. The basket is constructed from a thick weave designed to withstand the h...
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish French Provincial Decorative Objects

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Vintage Ashtrays and Lighter in Crystal by Rosenthal Studio Linie Design, 1970s
Located in taranto, IT
particular set consisting of a Ronson lighter and crystal ashtray, with an inclined shape, in the style of mangiarotti design measurements: the ashtr...
Category

1970s Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Bronze Sculpture of a Huntsman With Hound
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Large Hunting Bronze Statue, The Huntsman. An impressive large vintage bronze sculpture of a huntsman and hound. The hunting hound has caught the...
Category

20th Century Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Large Exotic Fabienne Jouvin Ceramic Covered Urn
Located in Norwood, NJ
Jarre De Temple "Toucans". Temple jar, covered urn by noted designer Fabienne Jouvin. Exotic inspiration from his travels with imaginative design featuring jungle decorations with to...
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Pichet Saint Clément Coq en majolique Française, design Art Nouveau 19ième
Located in London, England
Le pichet en barbotine de Saint Clément, conçu par les talentueux Émile et Charles Gallé, représente une pièce maîtresse de l'art nouveau. Avec son décor inspiré de la faune et de la...
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Mid-20th Century European Art Nouveau Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Sommerso Yellow Italian Art Glass Bunny Rabbit Figure
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso yellow green Italian art glass bunny rabbit sculpture / figurine. Documented to designer Flav...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

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

Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Offered is a pair of Foo Dog sculptures on a black base. These are a classic Asian decorative piece, they are made from soapstone. This type of sculpture typically depicts two guardi...
Category

1970s Chinese Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Soapstone

French Sèvres Porcelain Urns, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and rare pair of French Sèvres porcelain bronze-mounted urns, Neoclassical/Rococo design period, circa 19th century, mid-1800s, Fra...
Category

19th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Set of three Balinese woven nesting baskets
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Nest of three woven grass shallow baskets with contrasting blackened grass decorative elements. Dimensions: 7-1/2" / 10" / 12" Diameters
Category

20th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Seagrass

Four Panel Tropical Underwater Scene with Mother of Pearl Inlays on Wood Panel
Located in Soquel, CA
Four Panel Tropical Underwater Scene with Mother of Pearl Inlays on Wood Panel Elaborate four panel scene by an unknown artist. Water, coral, and some tropical fish have been painte...
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Early 1900s Japanese Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Abalone, Acrylic, Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Modernist Wood and Enamel Box by J. Capo Esmaltes, circa 1960
Located in Atlanta, GA
Designed by the esteemed J. Capo Esmaltes and crafted in Spain circa 1960, this exquisite Mid-Century Modern lidded box is a true fusion of artistry and craftsmanship. Its refined re...
Category

1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Copper, Enamel

Baroque gilded painting frame in wood, France ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / gilded frame / wood / Antique / Baroque / Rococo A stunning gilded wooden painting frame, crafted in France around 1900. This piece has some some small signs of use ...
Category

Early 1900s French Baroque Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Kosta Boda Meadow Vase Winter Small
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
Meadow Winter is like a warm embrace, perfect for creating flower arrangements like a small meadow frozen in time. During the production the vases are rolled in crushed pieces of whi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

SET Glaciar Small, Large, Silver Alpaca & Bordeaux Onyx Stone Box
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
Measurements : 7.8" x 4.7" x 3.5" 10.6" x5.5" x 3.5" Glaciar collection is meticulously handcrafted by our local artisans with these rectangular onyx pieces set around alpaca silver...
Category

2010s South American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone, Onyx, Metal

Large Antique Chinese Export Porcelain Bowl Famille Rose Hand Painted C-1770
Located in Katonah, NY
This exquisite 18th-century Chinese export porcelain bowl was hand-painted during the Qianlong era, circa 1770, using colored enamels in the Famille Rose palette. Pink peonies in ful...
Category

1770s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Resin Sculpture Representing La Pieta, White and Black Color France 20th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Pieta. Resin sculpture. White and Black Colors. 20eme Century.
Category

20th Century French Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin

Edvin Öhrström, Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue blown-glass vase designed by Edvin Öhrström and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

1960s Teakwood Lion Figurine by Gunnar Florning for Laurids Lonborg Denmark
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
The vintage 1960s teakwood lion toy brush figurine was designed by Gunnar Florning for Laurids Lonborg Denmark. It was created using teakwood, a high-q...
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Large Glass Vase GullaSkruf Sweden, 1950s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This wonderful large vase made in Sweden at GullaSkruf was designed by Kjell Blomberg in the 1950s. It has a lovely color and as many of the designers from Sweden the light has a ce...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Scandinavian Folk Art Silvered Rabbit and Birds Candleholder/Centerpiece
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1170 Scandinavian Folk Art hand crafted candleholder/ centerpiece on a rough sawn hardwood base with silver colored metal Artist unknown
Category

1960s Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Antique Palais Royal French Casket Necessaire Vanity Chest 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a fine and well fitted ebonised Gonçalo Alves Palais Royal travel necessaire / vanity chest, by Maison Smal L. Dujat - Palais Royal 7 (Paris), circa 1850 in date. This sup...
Category

1850s French Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of 2 Boxes in Black Shell with Bronze Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This stunning set of two boxes by Kifu Paris, crafted from luxurious black pen shell, is a masterpiece of opulence and sophistication. The natural iridescence of the pen shell, with ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Brass and Wood Sunburst Wall Clock by Atlanta Electric
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning wall clock made of metal, brass, wood & glass. An eye catcher par excellence. Made in Germany. We have tested it and it works. Electric, battery operated clock.
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Brass

Extra Large 12.5 in Luminescent Ammonite Fossil, Jurassic Cretaceous Period #LP3
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Madagascar Jurassic - Cretaceous Period, 200 - 145 million years old Dimensions: 12.75 x 11 x 2.25 in. / 32 x 28 x 6 cm Weight: 12 lbs 14 oz/ 5.85 kg In this example, the complex...
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15th Century and Earlier Malagasy Other Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Precious Stone

21st Century Penelope Round Laundry Basket with Leather & Canvas Cotton
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
Part of Penelope's collections, this laundry basket is designed and crafted exclusively by Pinetti. The elegant and practical round silhouette is beautifully finished with an ecru...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Leather, Cotton

Set of Three Cast Brass Textured Bowls with Bronze Patina, Vide-poches
Located in London, GB
Handmade cast brass bowls with a patina finish. Each of those original and elegant bowls are handmade individually. Cast using very traditional techniques. Slight variations in polished finishes, patterns and sizes are characteristics of such original handmade creations. These characteristics enhance the beauty of the product and make each piece unique. Brass Bowl with Legs: H 6 cm x W 12 cm x D 14 cm / H 2.37 in x W 4.73 in x D 5.52 in Brass Shallow Bowl: H 4.5 cm x W 11 cm x D 10 cm / H 1.78 in x W 4.34 in x D 3.94 in Small Brass Bowl...
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2010s Indian Organic Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Amber Murano "Bullicante" Glass Bowl or Ashtray, Italy, Barovier 1960
Located in Roma, IT
Delightful round bowl or ashtray made in a stunning multicolor amber Murano glass using the "bullicante" technique. This unique piece is attributed to the mastery of Barovier & Toso...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Iron and Brass Sunburst Wall Clock by Atlanta Electric
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning wall clock made of Iron & brass. An eye catcher par excellence. Made in Germany. We have tested it and it works. Electric, battery operated clock.
Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique French Faience Blue & White Floral Flower Frog Vase, circa 1900
Located in Pearland, TX
A fine antique French faience hand molded flower frog vase or rose bowl, circa 1900. This charming flower frog has a hand painted floral design in vibrant cobalt blue and white. It d...
Category

Early 20th Century French Country Decorative Objects

Materials

Faience

Vintage Blown Glass Apothecary Jar with Decorative Sugar Glaze and Matching Lid
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage hand-blown heavy bottom glass apothecary jar with decorative sugar glaze and matching lid. In original condition with visible wear consistent with its age and use.
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Decorative Object Vase Barovier&Toso Murano Glass Midcentury Italian Design 1940
Located in Palermo, IT
Murano glass vase with ribbed relief, narrow neck and wide mouth. Handmade, attributed to Barovier&Toso, Italy 1940s/50s. Please watch the video and photos carefully, thank you. Wei...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Tall Wrap Around Vessel II, hand built porcelain centrepiece by Olivia Walker
Located in London, GB
'Tall Wrap Around Vessel II' is a unique porcelain sculpture by the British artist, Olivia Walker. Walker works in porcelain to create pieces that explore ideas of growth and decay ...
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2010s British Organic Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Venetian Candleholder Set
Located in Richmond, VA
Stunning Venetian candleholder set with gold fleck detail, blue trim and applied flowers. Made in Italy. Fits a candle measuring 1.25" wide.
Category

20th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Mid-Century Set of Dümler & Breiden Pottery Vases
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Stunning Seventies vases. The items have impressed makers marks to the base along with number 191/25 en 139/20. The smaller vase: width and depth 15cm and hight 20cm According to Mark Hill (writer of the book West German Ceramics...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Michael Elkan Box in Live Edge Maple Burl American Craft Movement 1980s
Located in Meer, VAN
Michael Elkan Box in Live Edge Maple Burl American Craft Movement 1980s This is a truly wonderful trinket or jewelry box in maple burl made by renowned American Craft Movement wood ...
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Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Decorative Objects

Materials

Maple, Burl

Yellow Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
This Geometric sculpture is handmade in polished resin in a variety of colors. It is a modern and colorful piece that will liven up any space. Our Se...
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2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin

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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