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Decorative Objects For Sale
Arthur Umanoff Swing Timer Modernist Black and White Clock Howard Miller 1970s
Located in Troy, MI
Mid Century modern "Swing Timer" wall clock designed by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller USA circa 1970s Model 622-569 with large roman numeral markers and orange hands White inject...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Plastic, Acrylic

Art Deco Period Box handmade in hardwood with hinged lid, French circa 1925
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a good quality Art Deco period lidded Box, made of hardwood, possibly Beech, probably French in origin and dating to circa 1925. The box has a rectangular shape with rounded...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

Dreamscape Photo Frame in Brass with Semi Precious Stone, by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Dreamscape Photo Frame in Brass with Semi Precious Stone, Viya by Vikram Goyal "Repoussé involves hammering low-relief designs into malleable metal sheets from the reverse that orig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Danish Mid-Century Modern Pottery Plate or Vide-poche by Michael Andersen, 1960s
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A small stoneware vintage Bornholm pottery plate or Vide-poche from Denmark. Made by the talented Michael Andersen, this plate is iconic and so typical for this company, especially w...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

VENINI vase Deco by Martinuzzi Blue Horizon Murano Glass Signed 2014
Located in Venezia, IT
Venini Deco vase, model 707.10, produced in 2014 and accompanied by its original Venini box and paperworks. The Deco series traces its origins to the ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Chinese Enamel and Jade Inkwell with Pen, 19th/20th C. Ric#JD014
Located in Norton, MA
19th/20th century Chinese enamel and jade, inkwell with pen. Stone carved and pierced. Pen 7.5 in length.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Other Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

Antique French Brass Serpent Snake Candle Holders, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A wonderful pair of antique Art Deco brass snake or serpent candle holders with coiled tails France, Circa 1920s. Measures: 4.5"W × 3"D × 7.5"...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

20th Century Art Nouveau Majolica Vase by Gerbing & Stephan, AT ca. 1910
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Remarkable, rare Art Nouveau majolica vase by the world famous manufactory of Gerbing & Stephan from the early period in Austria around 1910. The beautiful shaped grey blue color...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Italian Art Deco Revival Fossil Limestone & Brass Box, Mahogany Interior 1970s
Located in Toronto, CA
A striking Italian Art Deco Revival decorative box from the late 1970s, exquisitely crafted in natural fossil limestone and framed with refined solid brass detailing. The sculptural,...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Limestone, Brass

19th Century Egyptian Black Stone Pharaoh Bust Statue
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique Egyptian stone bust 19th century This sculpture was purchased at a wine-producing château in Bordeaux. Good condition with good patina due to age. Shipping: 14 / 12 / 15 c...
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19th Century French Egyptian Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

AAA Tall Citrine Cathedral Geode
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
A Sculptural Tall Golden Citrine Geode ▫️ Description ▫️ From time to time, nature gifts us with a true masterpiece — and in this case, it comes in the form of a tall, sculptural C...
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2010s Brazilian Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal

Scarce Sommerso Green, Yellow & Clear Block Glass Vase by Flavio Poli, 1960s
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A striking and scarce Murano Sommerso block glass vase designed by Flavio Poli in the 1960s. This elegant piece showcases Poli’s signature mastery of the Sommerso (“submerged”) techn...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso

Early Fish Graal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden 1948
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Early Fish Graal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden 1948 A rare vase of the Graal series designed by Edward Hald for Orrefors Sweden in 1938. Clear glass decorated with underw...
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Fornasetti Milano Farfalle White Multicolor Butterfly Tray Lacquered Wood Italy
Located in Troy, MI
Fornasetti Milano "Farfalle" rectangular tray Italy 2017 Lacquered wood poplar with colorful hand silkscreened and painted butterflies 2017 unique signed example under the directors...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Poplar, Lacquer

Large Egyptian Revival cat sculpture, 1970s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A large and heavy Egyptian Revival cat, cast in a dark-patinated bronze alloy, modeled in the manner of the ancient Bastet figures of dynastic Egypt. This piece captures both eleganc...
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1970s French Egyptian Revival Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Swedish 18th Century Bentwood Travel Box or Chest
Located in Buisson, FR
Rare and very beautiful Swedish travel box with stunning patina and hand forged iron details. Working lock and key ( bronze key from the 19th century). Sweden, circa 1750-1800. Weath...
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18th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Mahogany Wood Vintage Handmade Jewelry Casket Box Manning of Ireland Irish New
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Absolutely Stunning Ladys or Gentlemans Jewellery Casket of outstanding quality and of generous size, made in Ireland by renowned cabinet makers Mannings of Ireland, using well figur...
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Early 2000s Irish Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Walnut

VENINI Fazzoletto Zanfirico Murano Glass, Limited Edition 16/199, 2016
Located in Venezia, IT
Timeless Venini Fazzoletto vase, model 034.78, in Zanfirico Amethyst and Black, Limited Edition 16/199, Signed 2016 with box and certificate A perfect gift for design lovers — an aut...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Fine Pair French Art Nouveau Candlestick Holders c.1900 Arts & Crafts Décor
Located in London, GB
Fine Pair of French Art Nouveau Candlestick Holders, c.1900 A fabulous pair of Art Nouveau candlestick holders dating to around 1900, beautifully crafted with the flowing organic li...
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Copper

French 18th Century Baroque Hand Carved Oak Caryatid Figure
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful period piece. Beautiful weathered baroque hand carved oak caryatid figure carrying a fruit basket. Weathered. France circa 1750 Measurements include the wooden base. H:45c...
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18th Century French Baroque Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

Tall Pair of Sterling Silver Neoclassical-Style Corinthian Column Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Very tall pair of Neoclassical-style, sterling silver, Corinthian Column-form candlesticks, Birmingham, England, year-hallmarked for 1967, William A. Humphries, Ltd. - maker. Each ca...
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1960s English Neoclassical Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Yellow Art Deco Ceramic Globe Vase by Jerk Werkmäster for Nittsjo, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful earthenware vase with amazing glaze. Art Deco / Swedish Grace / Scandinavian Modern. Designed by Jerk Werkmaster for Nittsjö, Sweden, 1930s. Excellent condition. No chips...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

VENINI vase Veronese Green Murano Glass Limited Edition 188/199, Signed 1996
Located in Venezia, IT
Exceptional Venini Veronese vase, model 600.05, produced in 1996 as a limited edition of only 199 pieces. This example is numbered 188/199, signed on the base, and accompanied by its...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Rare Emile Gallé Cameo Glass Vase with Anémone des Alpes Motif, circa 1900
Located in Bochum, NRW
A rare miniature Gallé vase showcasing the masterful craftsmanship of Émile Gallé, one of the leading figures of the French Art Nouveau movement. Collectible. Dimensions: Height: 7 c...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Art Nouveau Sculptural Swan Bowl in Crackle Glazed Porcelain and Gilt Metal
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Elegant Art Nouveau inspired swan bowl in crackle-glazed white porcelain with sculptural gilt metal, evoking Hollywood Regency glamour; decorative centerpiece with substantial weight...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Nouveau Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Sculptural Vase in White Statuary Marble Handmade Italy Collectible Design
Located in Ancona, Marche
“Dunes” is a sculptural vase entirely hand-carved from a single block of Statuario marble. Each piece begins with a careful selection of the block, chosen for its natural tones and v...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Statuary Marble

Barovier Toso Murano Yellow Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Love Birds Sculpture
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown bright yellow, controlled bubbles and gold flecks Italian art glass love birds sculpture. The piece is documented to the Barovier e Toso Company. ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique Art Nouveau Silver Photograph Frame. English. Dated 1905
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Beautiful silver photo frame In art nouveau style Good clear hallmark for Birmingham 1905 Original bevelled glass Good condition Original oak back Free UK shipping  
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Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

HOLIDAY GIFT - Charming Trio of Midcentury Ceramic Dog Figurines - Hand-Painted
Located in Bochum, NRW
A delightful set of three midcentury ceramic dog figurines, each hand-painted in warm brown and ivory tones with lifelike expressions and poses. This sculptural trio includes: - A r...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Sommerso Murano Glass Vase by Flavio Poli for Alessandro Mandruzzato, Italy 60s
Located in Lucija, SI
Large Mid-Century Murano Sommerso Glass Vases Designed by Flavio Poli for Alessandro Mandruzzato in Italy in the 60s
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Art Deco brass Jewelry Box around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco brass Jewelry Box around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Egyptian Cat head Carved in Fossil Limestone
Located in London, GB
Carved from nummulitic limestone and mounted on a sleek bronze base, this Egyptian cat head is an enigmatic display piece. From the material’s creation in the Eocene period – around ...
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15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Limestone

Montblanc 75th Anniversary Fountain Pen – “Passion and Soul Since 75”
Located in Vienna, AT
Montblanc 75th Anniversary Fountain Pen – “Passion and Soul Since 75" with leather case. A very special Montblanc 75th Anniversary fountain pen featuring the commemorative engraving ...
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1970s German International Style Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate

Black & White Ceramic Vase by Eva Jancke Bjork for Bo Fajans, Sweden, 1940s.
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful Scandinavian Modern ceramic vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Eva Jancke-Björk for Bo Fajans, Sweden, 1940s. Great condition. Makers marks on base of vase. Eva Jan...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Italian Solid Malachite Lidded Trinket Box
Located in Pearland, TX
A stylish Italian natural malachite rectangular lidded box with lovely patterns in brilliant emerald green. Fine gemstone quality and craftsmanship. Perfect as a jewelry or trinket b...
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Late 20th Century Italian Organic Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone, Malachite

White and Green Onyx Hand‑Carved Chess Set with Custom Velvet Carrying Case
Located in New York, NY
Play in style with this luxurious chess set carved from genuine white and green onyx. Skilled artisans sculpted each piece to highlight the stone’s natural beauty, while the contrast...
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2010s Chinese Decorative Objects

Materials

Onyx

Sculptural Blue Vase Marble Azul Macaubas Handmade in Italy, Organic Shape
Located in Ancona, Marche
“Le Grand Bleu” is a large sculptural vase, entirely hand-carved from a single block of Azul Macaubas quartzite with stunning blue veining. Each piece begins with the careful selecti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

1960s Astonishing Murano Pink Vase by Flavio Poli for Seguso, Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Astonishing pink vase by Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano glass. Made in Italy. The item is in excellent condition. Dimensions: Diameter 4,72 x 11,81 height inches Diameter 12 ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Fabulous 1920's Art Deco Anne Fish "Charleston Dancers" Doorstop #270 by Hubley
Located in Red Lion, PA
This exceptional 1920s Hubley cast iron doorstop, “Charleston Dancers,” No. 270, was designed by the celebrated British-born artist Anne Harriet Fish (later Anne Sefton) and captures the exuberant, lighthearted spirit of the Roaring Twenties. The sculptural doorstop depicts a dancing couple in close embrace, joyfully moving across the floor as they dance the Charleston late into the night, an iconic image of Jazz Age energy and modernity. Anne Harriet Fish was born in Bristol, England, and trained as a painter working in both oils and watercolors. After relocating to New York City, she became a prominent illustrator for Vanity Fair and Vogue, including the celebrated April 1917 Vanity Fair cover. During World War I, German-made porcelain doll heads became unavailable in the United States, prompting Fulper Pottery of Flemington, New Jersey, originally founded in 1909 as a stoneware pottery, to establish a new line of porcelain doll heads. When the postwar market for these products collapsed, Fulper pivoted to producing ceramic novelties, hiring Anne Fish in the early 1920s to contribute her distinctive, expressive designs. Fish’s success in ceramic design led to her collaboration with Hubley Manufacturing Company, for whom she designed seven iconic cast iron doorstops, now among the most desirable in the field of American folk and decorative arts: No. 269 – The Tiger No. 249 – The Messenger Boy No. 268 – The Parlor Maid No. 250 – Bathing Girls No. 270 – Charleston Dancers No. 222 – Small Footmen No. 248 – Large Footmen Anne Fish’s Hubley doorstops are characteristically numbered on the back and bear a copyright mark, with her name “FISH” painted on the front base, often in black. Likely influenced by her background in ceramics, her designs were finished with a distinctive high-gloss surface, a feature that has worn away on many surviving examples. This example is in beautiful antique condition, having been gently cleaned with minor professional paint restoration. It retains excellent surface presence and sculptural detail, with a richness and charm that exemplify Fish’s playful yet sophisticated approach to design. A highly collectible example of Hubley cast iron, Anne Fish doorstops...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

18th Century French Carved Oak Panel Depicting Two Angel With Coat Of Arms
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful weathered oak panel depicting two baroque angels holding a coat of arms. Weathered and small losses, most likely it was once part of a larger panel. France circa 1750. trea...
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18th Century French Baroque Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

1960s Luxury Handrafted Blue Vase in Murano Glass by Ca dei Vetrai.Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Luxury blue handcrafted vase in Murano glass by Ca dei Vetrai. Made in Italy. The item is in excellent condition. This vase is handmade in blown glass. Dimension: diam 6,29 x ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Spanish Terracotta Olive Jar or Vessel
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Andalusian Olive Oil Handled Jar in Terracotta _______________________________________________________________________ Hand-made terracotta preserving pot or jar with handles...
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19th Century Spanish Country Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Terracotta, Earthenware

Ytiga NOUMATA Rare Sèvres “Rooster” in New Hard-Paste Porcelain, 1915
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
RARE Sèvres “Rooster” in New Hard-Paste Porcelain, 1915, at the Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, Molded by Edmond Dubois After Ytiga Noumata. A remarkably rare hard-paste porcelain ...
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1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Tiffany Studios Tall Candlestick with "Pulled Feather" Shade "Circa 1910"
Located in Tarry Town, NY
An exquisite and rare pair of tall candlestick lamps by the renowned Tiffany Studios, New York, crafted circa 1910. These striking examples of early 20th-century American decorative ...
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1910s American Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

1980s Elegant Brass and Green Enamel Cigarette Box by Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a captivating, elegant piece of 1980s Gucci Florence craftsmanship. This Vintage Cigarette or Card Case is a fantastic example of the luxury accessories the brand was known f...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Collection of Fifteen Art Glass Wrapped Candies by Murano Glass with Foil Label
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice collection of fifteen art glass wrapped candies by Murano Glass, circa 1970s. The pieces are in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measure various dimensi...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Green Murano Glass Clover Shaped Bullicante Bowl, Archimede Seguso, Italy, 1960s
Located in Glasgow, GB
A beautifully executed Murano glass bowl attributed to Archimede Seguso. Handcrafted in Italy during the 1960s, this sculptural piece is formed in vivid emerald green glass and shap...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

1960s Gorgeous Large Green Ashtray or Catchall by Flavio Poli for Seguso. Made i
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Gorgeous large green ashtray or catchall by Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano sommerso glass. Made in Italy The item is in excellent condition. Dimensions: 7,08 diameter x 3,14...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Antique Tramp Art Double Picture Frame With Original Portrait Photographs C 1890
Located in Bristol, GB
ANTIQUE FOLK ART CARVED PHOTO FRAME Typically notched hand-crafted tramp art picture frame of unusual form. Charming original black and white family photographs with characterful ...
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Late 19th Century British Folk Art Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Moody Black Tall Free Form Hand Made Vase 19"
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Introducing theMoody Lava Moon Collector, available exclusively at The Shine Studios. This large, hand-coiled vase features a matte finish with layers of heavy clay and slip and adde...
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2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Hand-Painted Chest Box
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Impressive hand-painted Folk Art box from the Late 19th Century. The box has been hand-painted in black, red, blues and green. There appears to be either twos horses or maybe unicorn...
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Late 19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Red Alabaster and Brass Jewelry Box - Mineral Stone Box - Italy 1970s
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Red Alabaster and Brass Jewelry Box - Mineral Stone Box - Italy 1970s Very elegant jewelry or decorative box from Italy. Made of red alabaster and brass, designed and produced duri...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone, Onyx, Alabaster, Marble, Brass

Brown & Gold Art Deco Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for ALP, Sweden, 1930s.
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware Art Deco / Swedish Grace vase of the highest quality. Amazing glaze with hand-painted details in gold. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for ALP (Lidköpings Porslinsfab...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Large Brutalist Metal Work Figure of an Owl, Attributed Sergio Bustamante
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Brutalist Metal Owl Sculpture, Attributed to Sergio Bustamante Mexico, circa 1970s This striking Brutalist metal owl sculpture, attributed to Sergio Bustamante, exemplifies the bold...
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20th Century American Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique French Sevres Porcelain and Ormolu Jewellery Casket C1860 19thCentury
Located in London, GB
This is a fine large antique French Ormolu and Sevres Porcelain jewellery casket, circa 1860 in date. This magnificent casket is rectangular in shape with the lid and each side exce...
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1860s Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Three Rattan Planters with Brass Rim, Handmade in Italy, 1960s
Located in Valencia, VC
Three Large and Extra-Large Rattan / Pencil Reed Planters with Brass Rim — Italy, 1960s Beautiful set of handmade Italian rattan planters dating from the 1960s, crafted in a refined...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Set of 2 Classic Candle Holders in Venetian Glass
Located in Milan, IT
Set of 2 classic candle holder. The large one is 29 cm high, and the medium is 22 cm high. Crystal transparent color. Gift packaging. Hand made in Venice.
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2010s Italian Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Art Deco Porcelain Flapper Girl Half Doll Dresser Powder/ Trinket Box circa 1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this extremely rare and very enchanting porcelain powder / trinket box, dating to the 1930s and sourced in France. Depicts a flapper girl stood with her com...
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Flavio Poli 1960s Oval Italia Murano glass Bowl in Purple & Blue
Located in Florence, Tuscany
This wonderful oval / egg shaped Flavio Poli bowl was hand-blown in the 1960s using the sommerso (submerged) technique. The surrounding glass is purple with a deep blue core. Remnant...
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1960s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Small Italian 18th Century Carved Wooden Baroque Angel
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful small Baroque angel with glass eyes. Unique period piece made out of wood . Hand-carved Italy, circa 1700- 1750 Weathered, small losses and old repairs Measurement here b...
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Wood

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.