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Decorative Objects For Sale
Hand Painted Meissen Porcelain Rooster Sculpture 1980s
Located in Milano, MI
Painted Meissen porcelain rooster sculpture. love, made in the 1980s
Ø cm 15 Ø cm 8 h cm 18
Meissen porcelain is considered one of the earliest and finest examples of European porc...
Category
1980s German Baroque Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Frits Nagel & Ceasar Stoffi Modular Candleholders in Brass for BMF
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of 4 iconic modular candleholders by Frits Nagel and Ceasar Stoffi. Designed in the early 1960s and manufactured by BMF in Germany. These are fashioned from solid brass. Molecula...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Panther Signed V. Demanet
Located in NANTES, FR
Art Deco Panther circa 1930.
Silver-plated bronze subject on a black and white marble base.
Signed on the marble V. Demanet.
In perfect condition.
Total height: 17 cm
Length: 40 cm
...
Category
1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Large Floor Lamp, Cobra Sculpture signed by Alain Chevret, 1985, France
Located in Antwerp, BE
Very rare large sculpture Cobra floor-lamp finely detailed work with overlying scales of the snake, faithfully depicted in shiny copper with a light patina in some places. A small li...
Category
1970s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Amethyst Geode Throne Chair on a Custom-Made Rotating Base 1500 Lb.
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Natural Amethyst Crystal Geode Throne Chair– A Luxury Crystal Statement Piece for Your Space
▫️ Description ▫️
Experience the unrivaled natural beauty of this fully authentic ameth...
Category
2010s Brazilian Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Rare Adjustable Wrought Iron Desk or Piano Lamp Amsterdamse School, ca. 1910s
Located in Lisse, NL
* Kindly note that we arrange the shipping ourselves to ensure a smooth, secure, and reliable delivery. This allows us to provide the best possible service and care for your purchase.
Adjustable wrought iron desk lamp with counterweight, Dutch expressionist ca. 1920.
A rare architectural gem from the golden era of Dutch design. This adjustable wrought iron table or piano lamp, dating from the early 1920s, is an exceptional example of the Amsterdamse School movement, famed for its expressive forms, honest materials, and integration of function and sculpture.
Crafted entirely by hand, the lamp features a sophisticated three-position height adjustment system via a striking counterweight mechanism, a feat of engineering as elegant as it is utilitarian. The heavy forged iron frame displays bold geometric detailing and honest craftsmanship typical of the movement, with meticulous hammer marks and subtle asymmetry that celebrate the hand of the maker.
While unsigned, the design language speaks clearly to the school of Piet Kramer and the greater network of Amsterdamse School designers, whose influence extended into municipal buildings, interiors, and custom furnishings throughout the Netherlands in the 1910s and '20s. This is not just lighting, this is architecture in miniature.
The not original hide-like-fabric of the lamp shade is no longer in perfect condition, but it certainly still is good enough to use on this desk lamp. With this rare lamp you can create the perfect atmosphere on your desk or on any (side)table in your living room, (home) office or library / reading room.
If you like the uniqueness, the quality, the beauty, the workmanship, the condition and the deeper meaning of this sculptural table lamp as much as we do then you will love our price. Especially when taken into account that perfect packing and also worldwide delivery from our store to your door in just 4 to 5 days are complimentary.
Maximum height adjustable x width x depth: 14,5 till 21 x 5.7 x 13.5 inches.
*Styling Tips: Art Deco or Bauhaus furnishings as counterpoints.
Or let it stand solo, like a sculptural presence on a console or credenza.
We are driven by a passion for uniqueness, timeless, quality, stylish design, and the enduring craftsmanship of the past. Every purchase is carefully and thoughtfully packed — and we look forward to serving you (again).
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Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique Parian Bust of Apollo 19th Century
Located in Rochester, NY
Parian bust of Apollo. After the antique Greek Roman original. 19th Century.
grand tour
Category
19th Century European Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Tommaso Barbi Chrome and Wood Modernist Box, circa 1960
Located in Atlanta, GA
Tommaso Barbi designed this extraordinary large scale box. The piece was crafted in Italy circa 1960. The modernist form boasts a substantial square shape, featuring chromed metal an...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Handcrafted Cherry Wood Lidded Box, 20th Century
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Handcrafted Cherry Wood Lidded Jewelry Box, 20th Century.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Cherry
Irenee ROCHARD Rare and Large Doe and her Fawn Sculpture, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Large French Art Deco Sculpture by Irénée Rochard – Doe and Her Fawn. This exquisite Art Deco sculpture is titled “Doe and Her Fawn” . Rare in this size and model. This elegant piece...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Alabaster, Marble, Metal, Chrome, Spelter
Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini Blue Glazed Mid-Century Ceramic Ball Vase, Italy, 1950
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Vienna, AT
A mid-century round 'Rimini Blu' glazed terracotta art pottery globe vase, designed by Aldo Londi and crafted by Bitossi Ceramiche in Italy during the 1950s. This handcrafted vase is...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Fulvio Bianconi, Two Tiepoleschi Figurines, Pulcinella
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Pair of white lattimo figurines with black details. Fulvio Bianconi, designer at Venini. Very good detailed quality. White lattimo glass with black applications.
The pieces belong to...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Finnish Glass Vase by Kaj Blomqvist for Kumela
Located in Hamburg, DE
Large glass vase by Kaj Blomqvist for Kumela, Finland.
The vase has a gradient from green to transparent. Floral, symmetrical ornaments are shown on the front and back.
The vase is s...
Category
20th Century Finnish Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
German 1960s Junghans Pendulum + Weights + Gong Wall Clock
Located in Krefeld, DE
Wall clock Design & produced by Junghans in 1960s. Brass metal and Teak wood. Mechanical movement and gong is in good working condition. Very nice gong but if you don't like it is po...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Pair of Family Penguin Bookends, French, C1930
Located in Devon, England
Very stylish and rare matching pair of Art Deco bookends. These are a great find and in exceptional condition. Originating from France and dating to the 1930s both stand on marble ba...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble, Spelter
A Remarkable 19th Century Sculptured Rosewood & Buckhorn Hatstand
Located in Hastings, GB
A Remarkable 19th Century Sculptured Rosewood & Buckhorn Hatstand
This remarkable and extremely rare hatstand / porte manteau is quite something. Exquisitely crafted from rosewood a...
Category
Mid-19th Century German Black Forest Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Rosewood
1990s Astonishing Vase in Murano Glass by Alfredo Barbini. Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1990s Astonishing vase in Murano glass by Alfredo Barbini. Made in Italy. The item is in excellent condition. It's signed at the bottom
Dimension:
9,84 x 4,33 x 10,23 H inches
cm 15...
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian imperial Louis XVI watch triptych 1970s
Located in Cantù, IT
Italian imperial Louis XVI watch triptych 1970s
Category
20th Century Italian Louis XVI Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Handmade Ceramic Vase #800 in Burgundy Glaze with Burgundy Cotton Fringe Detail
Located in Proctorsville, VT
Vase #800 by Karen Gayle Tinney
Hand formed stoneware with burgundy glaze. Burgundy cotton braided details. Inside is glazed, the vessel will hold water.
13”H x 5”W
Karen Gayle Ti...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Cotton
Art Deco French Iznik Platter Bowl Edmond Lachenal
Located in Austin, TX
Art Deco French Iznik Platter Bowl Edmond Lachenal.
blue tulips and red carnations.
Diameter / 10.5 inches.
H / 2.2 inches.
Edmond Lachenal ( 1855 – 1948) was a French potter. He was...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Pottery
Large Antique French Ormolu & Beveled Glass Jewelry Casket or Dresser Box
Located in Pearland, TX
A stunning antique French brass ormolu beveled glass footed jewelry casket or dresser box with hinged lid and lovely bow shaped handle. This fine quality box has been newly relined w...
Category
Early 20th Century French Decorative Objects
Materials
Ormolu, Brass
Handmade Ceramic Vase #504 in Satin Yellow with Marigold Cotton Braid and Fringe
Located in Proctorsville, VT
Vase #504 by Karen Gayle Tinney
A fan-favorite since its introduction in 2018, this versatile vase functions equally as a sculptural object and a vessel for flowers.
Hand formed st...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Cotton
Jaeger LeCoultre, Atmos Clock, Model "Feuille d'Or - Caravelle", Swiss 1965
Located in Greven, DE
Jaeger LeCoultre - Atmos Feuille d'or Motif Caravelle
Switzerland
Brass gold plated
Year of manufacture 1965
Dimensions: H x W x D: 22 x 18 x 13.5 cm
Description:
Atmos clock cali...
Category
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Iris Pink Glass Candleholder by Summerill & Bishop by Casarialto
By Casarialto
Located in Milan, IT
A superb design masterfully handcrafted of mouth-blown glass, this candle holder is created in co-creation with Summerill and Bishop London. From the sketch of Summerill and Bishop L...
Category
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Cameo Glass Vase with Crocus Decor, by Emile Galle circa 1904
By Émile Gallé
Located in Bochum, NRW
A Rare Art Nouveau Cameo Glass Vase with Crocus Decor, by Emile Galle circa 1904.
A rare vase by Emile Galle with a decor of Crocus (Colchicum autumnale).
A student of botany and an...
Category
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Quality antique Victorian carved walnut Vienna double weight wall clock
Located in Ipswich, GB
Quality antique Victorian carved walnut Vienna double weight wall clock having a quality carved walnut case with reeded turned columns, having all the original finales, fantastic sha...
Category
19th Century Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Walnut
Handmade Ceramic Vase #606 in Olive Glaze with Olive Cotton Fringe Details
Located in Proctorsville, VT
Vase #606 by Karen Gayle Tinney
A petite vase perfectly sized to stand alone in a small space or act as a companion to a larger piece. Each vase is formed by hand, making every piec...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Cotton
Tobia Scarpa Purple and Black Crystal 'Occhi' Bottle, 1960, Venini & Co.
By Tobia Scarpa, Venini
Located in Bochum, NRW
Tobia Scarpa. 'Occhi' bottle.
Entwurf: 1959-60. Executed by Venini & Co.
Rectangular bottle shape with corresponding neck.
Clear crystal glass with chessboard-like murrine in black,...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
18th Century French Carved Oak Panel Depicting Two Angels And An Eagle
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful weathered oak panel depicting two baroque angels and an eagle standing on rams heads .
Weathered and small losses, most likely it was once part of a larger panel.
France ci...
Category
18th Century French Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak
$592 Sale Price
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large green and black 20th century design ceramic vase by Mairus Giuge Vallauris
By Marius Giuge
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Marius Giuge - Vallauris
Large 20th century design ceramic vase by Marius Giuge
Signed
Black and green ceramic glazes colors
Circa 1970
Height 37 cm
Large 57 cm
Depth 28 cm
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage German Pewter Candleholder from Wall, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage German Pewter Candleholder from Wall, 1970s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979 This piece has an attribution mark.
Additional information:
Materials: Pewter
Col...
Category
20th Century German Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Green Glass Carafe Bird of Prey Eagle Bessi Italy 29cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Beautiful vintage green glass carafe in the shape of an eagle or bird of prey, by Bessi, Italian, collector's item from the 1960s-1970s, marked at the bottom.
These glass carafes we...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Rene Lalique Glass L'elegance Perfume Bottle
By René Lalique
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Rene Lalique clear and frosted glass L'elegance perfume bottle. This pattern features two dancing female figures amongst flowers. Sepia stained relief details. Moulded, 'R. LALIQUE' ...
Category
1910s Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Alexander Flores Mexican Postmodern Pottery Sculpture
Located in Fairfield, CA
A vintage postmodern pottery sculpture. Made by Mexican cubist artist, Alexander Flores. Curved blocky shape with a face in the center. Textured yellow glaze. Signed on the bottom an...
Category
Late 20th Century Mexican Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Tessellated Travertine and Green Agate Box
Located in Houston, TX
A stylized late 20th Century tessellated travertine and green agate box with brass trim, hinges and wood lined.
Category
Late 20th Century Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone, Agate, Travertine, Brass
Mid 20th Century Revolutionary War Style Marching Drum Wastebasket
Located in Cordova, SC
This darling wastebasket was likely produced around 1976, the big bicentennial of the founding of the United States of America. It’s composed of metal, plastic, leather, and rope. Th...
Category
Late 20th Century American American Colonial Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Nugget Extracolor Small Vase By Gaetano Pesce
Located in Milan, IT
This vase designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 is part of the Fish Design collection of eclectic pieces handmade of resin in neon colors. Highly decorative and modern, this vase feature...
Category
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Materials
Resin
Lalique Crystal ‘Duncan No. 3’ Crystal Perfume Bottle
By René Lalique
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Lalique Crystal, an oversized ‘Duncan No. 3’ Perfume Bottle, circa 1980s.
The Duncan Line by René Lalique was designed in 1931. The pattern was inspired by the American dancer ...
Category
1980s French Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
1960s Gorgeous Blue and Pink Ashtray or Catchall by Flavio Poli
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
Gorgeous blue and pink ashtray or catchall by Flavio Poli in Murano sommerso glass. Made in italy
The item is in excellent condition.
Dimensions:
Diameter 6,29" x 2,75" height inches...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Octagonal Art Deco Bowl in Hand Hammered and Silver Plated Brass 1930s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Octagonal Bowl in Hand Hammered and Silver Plated Brass, Europe, Early 20th Century.
Beautiful art deco style decorative bowl in silver plated and hand hammered brass. Great shape a...
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver Plate
Large Sculptural Amethyst Geode Portal on Custom-Made Stand, High-Quality
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Superb Large High-Grade Geode Portal on Custom-Made Stand
▫️ Description
A truly breathtaking amethyst geode portal, it possesses every quality expected of a “Super Extra” amethyst...
Category
2010s Brazilian Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Art Deco Carved Solid Ebony Wood Panther Sculpture
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Elegant Art Deco carved wood sculpture features a reclining panther, leisurely stretched out, but ready to jump and pounce. A fine choice of solid Ebony Macassar wood contributes a b...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Materials
Ebony, Wood
Onyx Marble Vases Life-size Pair Classical Urns Circa 1960
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Life-size pair of green and red onyx turned polished vases, the rolling rims above slender baluster form terminating in circular bases. The onyx vases are carved from single blocks o...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone, Onyx, Marble
Jadeite Jade Bracelet Large 18mm Beads
Located in Somis, CA
A stunning all-natural jadeite jade bracelet, featuring hefty approximately 18mm beads in a captivating mix of lavender, green, gray, and white hues. Each bead is uniquely colored by...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Decorative Objects
Materials
Jade
$155 / item
Venezia Rialto SC4 Box by Morici
By Morici
Located in Milan, IT
A sophisticated everyday piece to be displayed anywhere in the house, this magnificent box is exquisitely crafted, veneered, and finished by master hands. Fashioned of mahogany and l...
Category
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
1990s Gorgeous Cartier Alarm Clock Pendulette. Made in France.
By Cartier
Located in Milano, IT
1990s Gorgeous Cartier alarm clock pendulette with white dial in perfect condition, steel hands, roman hour markers on gold-plated frame. Made in France.
Quartz movement. Clock case...
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate
Pair Of Italian Eight-Armed Bronze Silver-plated Candelabra With Gilded Putti
Located in Milano, MI
Pair Of Silvered And Gilded Bronze Eight-Armed Table Candlesticks from the second half of the 1800s made with exuberant rocaille decoration rich in sinuous curves and plant motifs he...
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Louis XV Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Rare original round 1960s brass table clock by Schatz Germany
By Schatz
Located in München, DE
Beautiful, rare, round, original 1960s battery-operated brass table clock by Schatz.
The original clockwork is still installed. Runs quietly and accurately.
Great minimalist 1960s de...
Category
1960s German Space Age Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Italian Strawberry Studio Pottery Carafe Vase by Fratelli Fantullacci, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Italian Strawberry Studio Pottery Carafe Vase by Fratelli Fantullacci for Bitossi, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark.
Addition...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Pink and Black Sommero Murano Art Glass Flower Bowl, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Gorgeous handblown Murano art glass bowl in pink and black colors. The black edge cased into pink glass and the large size make this Murano glass piece highly decorative. Lovely to b...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Pair of Illums Bolighus Candelabras Brass Serpentine Candle Holder Denmark 1950s
Located in Basel, BS
Pair of Illums Bolighus serpentine candelabras in solid brass, made in Denmark in the 1950s.
Both are in very good condition with a beautiful subtle patina.
For candles with a diam...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Brass Dodo Bird Figurine Desktop Paperweight 1960s Mid-Century Modern, German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A lovely mysterious dodo bird figurine, flightless and extinct, this sturdy little guy is loaded with character. Made in the 1960s. Found at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany. It ...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Green Patinated Bronze Vase, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget , Stockholm
Located in Toronto, CA
A fabulous, Swedish, gourd form, green patinated bronze vase, by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget , from the early to mid twentieth century.
This vase has a lobed body and is impressed wi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th Century Gold Gilded Rectangular Wood Art Frame
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A charming wooden frame that is suitable for most style artwork including prints, watercolors as well as oil on board paintings. This frame certainly captures that vintage European v...
Category
20th Century European Rococo Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Paint
1929 René Lalique Vase Languedoc Red Amber Glass with White Patina Cactus Leaves
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Vase "Languedoc" made in red amber glass with white patina by Rene Lalique in 1929.
Stamped "R.LALIQUE" signature on bottom.
Perfect condition. Exceptional color and patina.
heigh...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
20th Century French Vintage Abstract Brutalist Raw Metal Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century modern French abstract Brutalist sculpture, décor piece made of hand crafted raw metal, in good condition. Minor fading, scratches due to age. Wear consistent w...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Art Deco playcard box vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco playcard box vienna around 1920s
Brass polished and stove enameled
Wood inside
Category
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Rustic Travertine Stone Sculpture, Roman Empire - 130 AD, Gallery Display, HAAND
Located in St Petersburg, US
Inspired by the grandeur of the ancient Hadrian's Gate, this handcrafted travertine sculpture captures the essence of history and craftsmanship.
Commissioned in the year 130 AD to h...
Category
2010s European Classical Roman Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble, Stone, Travertine
Brain Coral
Located in New York, NY
A natural piece of brain coral. Use as a standalone decorative object, on a shelf, as a luxury display piece, etc. Natural white/off-white hue. Very Good condition as shown in images...
Category
20th Century Decorative Objects
Materials
Coral
$675
Pair of Figurative Metal Man & Woman Sculptures in the Style of Giacometti
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of brutalist figurative welded string metal man & woman sculptures in the style of Giacometti, circa 1970s. The sculptures sit on distressed metal bases that are 4"W x 4"D x 4"H...
Category
Late 20th Century American Brutalist Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
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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