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Decorative Objects For Sale
Antique Millefiori Vase Green Blue, Fratelli Toso Murano ca. 1920s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Millefiori Vase Green Blue, Fratelli Toso Murano ca. 1920s A colorful millefiori murrine glass vase manufactured by Vetreria Fratelli Toso, Murano around 1900. Made of multi...
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1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

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

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Murano Glass

Boletto Blue Pig Figurine by Aldo Londi
Located in Milan, IT
Boletto blue pig figurine from the Rimini Blu collection features a mold-made refractory white clay form. The vibrant blue glaze is enhanced by a finely incised decoration of varied ...
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2010s Italian Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Ando Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Bird Plum Blossoms Bamboo Silver Gray Ground
Located in Long Island City, NY
A finely executed Japanese cloisonné enamel vase, standing 12 inches tall and signed with the Andō mark on the base. The decoration is executed entirely in silver wire, a hallmark of...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Carl Aubock Horn Letter Opener, Paper Knife, Vienna, Austria, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
A decorative and rare minimalist Mid-Century letter opener from the 1960s, designed and handcrafted by the Werkstätte Carl Auböck workshop in Vienna. Handmade from a single piece of ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Horn

Aldo Londi Bitossi Safety Pin Bowl, Ceramic, Blue, Gold, Signed
Located in New York, NY
Aldo Londi Bitossi Safety Pin Bowl, Ceramic, Blue, Gold, Signed. Medium scale hand thrown footed bowl glazed in "Rimini blue" and featuring Londi's Safety Pin decor on both the exter...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

French Black Forest Carved Wood Box Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Black Forest Carved Wood Box Circa 1900. Flowers & leaves. H / 4.5 inches. 7 by 4.8 inches.
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Early 1900s French Black Forest Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Mithé Espelt Ceramic Jewelry Box 1950s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Mid-Century Ceramic Jewelry Box by Mithé Espelt — Lunel, France, 1950s. A stunning mid-century ceramic jewelry box crafted by renowned French artist Mithé Espelt in Lunel, France, d...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Wooden Vase by Angelo Mangiarotti for Alpimass
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This wooden vase was designed by Angelo Mangiarotti and manufactured by Alpimass. It was made with a variety of inlays from different types of wood. This piece is in good condition...
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1980s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Tall Bronze Pedestal Bowl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant, hand-made pedestal bowl with an undulating edge and metallic glaze. Each is one-of-a-kind. Decorative use only; handwashing recommended.
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2010s Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

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

Vintage Cartier Folding Travel Desk Clock Paris Gilt-Brass and Blue Enamel 1990
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Cartier “Tank Francaise” Folding Travel Alarm Clock Paris, Circa 1990 An elegant and timeless vintage Cartier travel desk clock, model Tank, crafted in gilt brass and blue e...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

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

Vintage Islamic Dagger Style Letter Opener in Hand-engraved Brass
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Large artisan made hand-tooled/engraved dagger style paper knife in solid brass. It comes in a decorative sheath also in hand-engraved solid brass. It was made in either Turkey or an...
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20th Century Turkish Islamic Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Pair of Tall French Iron Wavy Candlesticks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique pair of tall iron candlesticks from France, 1950s. Circular drip pan sits on a wavy stem and spiral base. Beautiful addition to any room. Sold as a pair. Measures 31" H x 4"...
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Mid-20th Century French Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Pair Delft Blue and White Antique Hand Painted Jars with The Claw Mark Ca. 1820
Located in Katonah, NY
This pair of Delft blue and white antique lidded jars, marked for The Claw** and dating to circa 1820, is hand-painted in the traditional Delft style. Each jar features a cover toppe...
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Early 19th Century Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Delft

Murano glass Vase. Web design of Cobalt-Aquamarine Murrine, Vittorio Ferro Style
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Enchanting Murrine Vase with a complex web of Murrine. Looking carefully these are squared Murrine with an design of a rose. The Murrinas are made of Cobalt blue and acquamarine, the...
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1880s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine

Sitting Cat (1934) by Robert Ullmann for Augarten, Vienna
Located in Delft, NL
Sitting Cat (1934) by Robert Ullmann for Augarten, Vienna A white-glazed Augarten porcelain cat, designed by Robert Ullmann, Vienna. Robert Ullmann (1903-1966) studied at the Academ...
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20th Century Art Deco Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

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

Walter Bosse Hedgehog Stackable Brass Ashtrays, Herta Baller, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A complete set of six vintage stackable midcentury hedgehog ashtrays. A humorous and charming design by Walter Bosse, executed in the 1950s by Hertha Baller, Austria. Made of solid b...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Abstract Modernist Bronze Sculpture Figural with Brutalist Relief Texture 1970s
By Lynn Chadwick
Located in Troy, MI
Unique post-war abstract sculpture in solid bronze Anonymous artist circa 1970's Slab like torso cast in deep relief texture and nuanced patinas Three elongated legs and subtly offs...
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20th Century Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Italian 18th/ 19th Century Carved Giltwood Neo Classical Ornament With Birds
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful handcarved giltwoodornament depicting two birds. Italy circa 1780-1820 . Weathered and small losses Measurements individual and include the wooden base. H:28,5cm W:56cm D...
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18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Art Deco silver-plated mantel clock on a rectangular base. Sweden, 1930s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Art Deco silver-plated mantel clock. Elegant square-shaped manuel clock on a rectangular base with geometric Art Deco design. Dial with painted black stylised numerals and blued ste...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate

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

Antique Vintage Industrial National Electric Factory Railway Wall Clock c.1950
By National Time Recorder Company 1
Located in London, GB
A large industrial wall clock made by the National Time Recorder Company Ltd. c.1950 Heavy duty copper-plated brass casing with the original grey factory paint. Slightly time worn c...
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1950s English Industrial Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

VENINI vase Oman Murano Glass Numbered edition 10, Signed 2015 Sottsass
Located in Venezia, IT
VENINI vase Oman Murano Glass Numbered edition 10, Signed 2014 and designed by Ettore Sottsass with original box and paperwork. Designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1994, the Oman vase...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Antique Regency Brass Bound Traveling Desk Wooden Mahogany Writing Slope Regency
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An Exceptionally Fine Quality English Well Figured Solid grained Mahogany Officers Campaign Style Traveling Writing Slope of outstanding quality and unusually large size. First quart...
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19th Century English Regency Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Gucci Style Five Petal Flower Ashtray or Catch-all Mid Century Italy C1960s
Located in Trensacq, FR
Vintage Gucci style floral ashtray C1960s Italy. Beautifully sculptured and cleverly designed piece that sheds its petals to become five individual ashtrays. A gorgeous addition to...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Decorative Objects

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Brass, Nickel

Scandinavian modern Wooden Candleholder by Gunnar Kanevad, Sweden, organic shape
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A rather large and unusual and rare Swedish Mid-century modern handmade candleholder, which is also a figurative abstract sculpture. It is made out of one solid piece of wood with in...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Pine

18th Century English Chinoiserie Clock
Located in Charlottesville, VA
An 18th century English longcase clock with chinoiserie decoration on a black lacquer ground, featuring gilt figures, pagodas, and landscape motifs throughout the case. The arched ho...
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18th Century English Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Blue Sitting Cat Figurine by Aldo Londi
Located in Milan, IT
This medium-sized figurine from the Rimini Blu collection features a sitting cat created using a pressed refractory white clay technique. The surface decoration is applied through a ...
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2010s Italian Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Gunzenhauser Sissach Cast Bronze Seal Figurine, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This vintage cast bronze seal figurine by Gunzenhauser Sissach is a beautifully sculpted mid-century piece showcasing elegant, fluid lines and a refined stylized form. The seal is de...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

1930's Art Deco Bonjour Navy Ladies Octogonal Makeup Compact w/ Mirror & Puff
Located in Red Lion, PA
1930s Bourjois Art Deco Navy Blue Enamel and Chrome Makeup Compact with Unused Powder and Puff This exquisite 1930s Art Deco Bourjois compact exemplifies the sophistication and mode...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Enamel

1960s Murano Large Blue Bowl or Catchall Designed by Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Astonishing Big Blue Bowl or Catchall By Flavio Poli in Murano glass. This is a unique piece a true sculpture The item is in excellent condition. Dimensions: 6,29" diameter x 3...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Aimara Large Alpaca Silver Tray
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

SPECIAL Antique Brass & Bronze Log Bin / FIREWOOD BUCKET or Basket with Handle
Located in Lisse, NL
Sizeable, sturdy, and quality, copper collecting bucket on feet. A substantial and beautifully handcrafted brass and bronze log bin, featuring elegant detailing and a practical desi...
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Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze, Copper, Wrought Iron

Large Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Photo / Picture Frame
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century photo or picture frame. By Cartier. In sterling silver. With a robust easel back stand. Marked Cartier / Sterling / 53 / Hand Made Sight Height: ca. 9 7/8 in...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Japanese Antique Wooden Box 1860s-1920s / Sofa Table Storage Box Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old Japanese wooden box, crafted in the Meiji to Taishō period (1860s–1920s). Despite its long history, it retains a quiet and compelling presence. The box is made from traditional sugi (Japanese cedar), whose soft grain and gentle texture reflect the depth and warmth of its age. The form is strikingly minimal—its design is completely free of unnecessary elements. Although it is simply a box, the composition of clean lines and planes gives it a subtle tension and understated beauty. It carries the precision and warmth of handcraft, something that cannot be replicated by industrial production. One particularly captivating feature is the visible trace of careful repairs made over many years. A knot hole on the side was thoughtfully patched with black washi paper, a practical repair that, over time, has become an expressive and almost artistic detail. In this small gesture, one can sense the quiet presence of Japanese aesthetic sensibilities. The top and sides bear gentle wear and abrasion accumulated over decades. Rather than damage, these marks serve as a texture created by time, giving the piece its unique depth and character. The box possesses a humble yet powerful presence—a true embodiment of wabi-sabi, the beauty of imperfection and age. The interior remains sturdy, offering ample storage capacity. It has been thoroughly cleaned, ensuring it can be used safely and comfortably. Its low, elongated proportions make it highly versatile: ideal as a low coffee table, a book table, a side table, or a display platform. Simply placing it in a modern interior instantly adds a sense of calm and visual depth. A simple yet richly expressive antique wooden box...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Decorative Objects

Materials

Cedar

Legras. Large Art Nouveau gilt and enameled glass vase, France, 1890s
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Large Art Nouveau enameled glass vase by Legras, France, 1890s. Made of hand-blown blue glass in the shape of a cylinder with a swirling finish on its outer face. Carefully hand-pain...
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Antique English Novelty Walnut Sterling Silver Box - 1899 by Sampson Mordan
Located in Bath, GB
The box is modelled in the form of a Walnut beautifully crafted to be expected by this venerable silversmith. The box is hinged in full working order and retaining it's lavishly gil...
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1890s British Late Victorian Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vase by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Early Pewter Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. A fine detail for a beautiful place. * Oval pewter vase * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: 1522 * Year: 1918-1929 * Condit...
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1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Pewter

Kay Bojesen Rolling Dog Stool in Beech, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Extremely rare Toddler Trolley, gogo baby balance cart/bike or alternatively plant stand or living room sculpture or even humorous entrance hall guard dog. It was designed and made i...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Beech

Antique French Bronze Grand Tour Model of The Arc de Triomphe 19th Century
Located in London, GB
A delightful French bronze Grand Tour model of the Arc De Triomphe, circa 1860 in date. The beautifully realistic model is cast in high relief and is mounted on a black marble base....
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19th Century French Grand Tour Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Aesthetic Mixed Metal Bronze & Copper Figural & Floral Mantle Clock c1880
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Aesthetic Movement Bronze & Copper Figural & Floral Mantle Clock Signed C1880 Measures - 12" x 9 3/8" x 5 7/8" This mantle ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

French Cast Iron Safe Strong Box by Bauche
Located in Northampton, GB
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Cast Iron French Safe or Strong Box From our Boxes collection, we are pleased to offer this French Safe Cast Iron Strong Box by Bauche. The Safe of rectangular form made from cast iron with extensive riveting and twin loop handles. The safe has two escutcheon covers to the front, the left is the genuine lock which turns to reveal the keyhole and the right is a dummy for symmetry. The top of the box is fitted with a plaque that reads in French Incombustible Systeme Bauche Brevete S.G.D.G usine A Gueux Marne (Incombustible System Bauche Patented S.G.D.G factory A Gueux Marne). The interior of the safe has been lined in a gunmetal grey cushioned velvet to give cushioning to your most treasured objects. Has Key and fully working lock. The French Safe dates to the second half of the 19th century during the reign of Napoleon III circa 1865. Henry Bauche Bauche Safes...
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige and black earthenware vase produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1930s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 6.5"H x 7.25"W x 7.25"D All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Lumax Molded Glass Ashtray, Desk Accessory Catchall, Design by Le Corbusier
Located in Atlanta, GA
This industrial thick molded glass desktop accessory, desk tidy, ashtray, or catchall, was crafted by Lumax, France, circa 1950. The piece boasts an original design by Le Corbusier. ...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Vintage Patinated Bronze Bust Greek Scholar
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage Grand Tour Style patinated bronze bust of a a Greek (or Roman) Scholar mount on a black lacquer wood stand.
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1960s Classical Greek Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

English Boulle Sewing Box by Friedrich Ludwig Hausburg
By F.L. Hausburg
Located in Northampton, GB
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Casket Shaped boulle Sewing Box with Full Contents From our Sewing Box collection, we are delighted to introduce to the market this English Boulle Sewing B...
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Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Angelite cloud jewel box
Located in Pacasmayo, PE
Store your treasures in the Jewel Box Container, made from authentic semi-precious gemstones. A luxurious home for jewelry, trinkets, or keepsakes. The cloud catchall box is a carve...
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21st Century and Contemporary Peruvian Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Large English Brass Bee Trinket for Jewelry, Salt or Pepper, England
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
As found in London, a large brass bee. The wings of the bee opens upwards that gives access to a small "secret" compartment. This compartment can be used for a variety uses including...
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1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Large Plated Flying Lady Sculpture (Golden)
By Charles Sykes
Located in London, GB
Large Magnificent plated Flying Lady on Marble Base After the Rolls Royce Mascot In the Charles Sykes Manner Spirit of Ecstasy Very Striking
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Late 20th Century Art Nouveau Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Industrial Brown Bakelite Factory Wall Clock from Pragotron, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This wall clock was produced by Pragotron in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. It features a brown bakelite frame, an aluminium dial,hands and a clear glass cover. The piece ha...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Brutalist Tin Candelabra by Gene Byron
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Without a doubt the most iconic piece by Gene Byron, It shows some signs of age; the welding on one of the candlesticks has failed. The piece is signed on the underside. It has not b...
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1960s Mexican Brutalist Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Tin, Brass

Japanese Antique Paper-covered Large Ceramic Jar 1860s-1900s / Vessel Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an exceptionally rare large ceramic jar from Japan, covered in paper. It was made during the Meiji period (1860s–1900s) and was originally used for transporting and storing t...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Paper, Straw, Pottery

Art Deco English Brass Dog Catchall Tray Vide Poche
Located in Pearland, TX
A stylish antique early 20th Century Art Deco English cast brass terrier dog catchall tray or vide poche. Lovely brass patina. Perfect for jewelry, loose change, or keys. Dimensions...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Opal Pink Italian Art Glass Ribbed Flower Bud Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown pink opalescent Italian art glass ribbed flower bud vase. The piece is documented to the Seguso Vetri d'Arte company. The vase is published, and c...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

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

1970s Blue Vase "Fazzoletto" by Dogi in Murano Glass. Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Gorgeous Blue Vase "Fazzoletto" by Dogi in Murano Glass. Made in Italy The item is in excellent condition. Dimensions: 11,81" x 6,69" H inches diameter cm 30 x cm 17 H
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Collection of 18 Pieces of Alabaster Stone Fruit W/ Wood Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This hand carved wood bowl contains 18 pieces of stone or alabaster fruit.The collection comes with the 19thc carved wood bowl.
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Still Stand Abstract Wood Sculpture, Chainsaw Carved, Walnut, Logniture
Located in Stara Gradiška, HR
This captivating sculpture is a one of a kind piece, hand carved from a single block of solid hardwood. Its form is a continuous, biomorphic loop, an abstract ribbon of wood that twi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Croatian Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Walnut, 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.