Decorative Objects
19th Century English Victorian Antique Decorative Objects
Majolica
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Marble
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Marble
Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Decorative Objects
Brass
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Decorative Objects
Glass, Wood
2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Objects
Resin
2010s Indian Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Objects
Quartz, Brass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Stoneware
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Objects
Leather, Wood, Lacquer
1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Decorative Objects
Brass
Mid-19th Century English Regency Antique Decorative Objects
Paper, Birdseye Maple
1990s Art Deco Decorative Objects
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Objects
Brass
2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Objects
Onyx
1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Luster, Stoneware
2010s Spanish Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
20th Century Modern Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Objects
Travertine
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
15th Century and Earlier Uruguayan Antique Decorative Objects
Amethyst, Quartz
19th Century British Antique Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century French Decorative Objects
Porcelain, Paint
2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Objects
Resin
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Decorative Objects
Marble
1890s British Arts and Crafts Antique Decorative Objects
Earthenware
Mid-20th Century American Decorative Objects
Iron
20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Porcelain
19th Century French Rococo Revival Antique Decorative Objects
Metal
1970s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Alabaster
1890s French Victorian Antique Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Decorative Objects
Enamel
1990s Japanese Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Plastic
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
20th Century German Decorative Objects
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Modern Decorative Objects
Bronze
1860s English High Victorian Antique Decorative Objects
Majolica, Pottery
2010s Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Unknown Minimalist Decorative Objects
Glass
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Late 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
15th Century and Earlier Uruguayan Antique Decorative Objects
Amethyst, Quartz
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Decorative Objects
Tin
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Brass
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Gold Leaf
20th Century Greek Art Deco Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver, Brass
20th Century Tibetan Decorative Objects
Bronze
1990s French Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Gold Plate, Wrought Iron
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Decorative Objects
Enamel
1960s Spanish French Provincial Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Stone, Marble
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1970s American Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Iron
20th Century Thai Decorative Objects
Metal, Bronze
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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