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2010s American Modern Decorative Objects
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1980s Swedish Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
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Copper
1980s Japanese Hollywood Regency Vintage Decorative Objects
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Amethyst
21st Century and Contemporary Malaysian Modern Decorative Objects
Copper
2010s Modern Decorative Objects
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Objects
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Decorative Objects
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Onyx, Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Decorative Objects
Leather
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
2010s Brazilian Decorative Objects
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
2010s Central American Modern Decorative Objects
Crystal
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
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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