Decorative Objects
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Decorative Objects
Enamel
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
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
2010s English Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1960s French Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
15th Century and Earlier Antique Decorative Objects
Cement, Other
2010s American Bohemian Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Pottery
1960s Spanish Vintage Decorative Objects
Nickel
Late 17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Terracotta, Giltwood
2010s Namibian Decorative Objects
Crystal
Early 20th Century Chilean Spanish Colonial Decorative Objects
Metal, Silver
20th Century American Classical Decorative Objects
Aluminum
19th Century English Regency Antique Decorative Objects
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Decorative Objects
Onyx, Marble
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Decorative Objects
Brass, Copper
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
19th Century English Regency Antique Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Porcelain
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
1920s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Early 1900s French Renaissance Antique Decorative Objects
Brass
1960s American Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Lucite
Late 20th Century French Rococo Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Early 19th Century French Grand Tour Antique Decorative Objects
Gold, Enamel
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso
2010s Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Metal, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
1890s Portuguese Rustic Antique Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Other
20th Century Japanese Showa Decorative Objects
Bamboo
Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Decorative Objects
Elm
Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Decorative Objects
Stoneware
Late 19th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Decorative Objects
Pine, Paint
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Teak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
1930s French Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
19th Century British Antique Decorative Objects
Brass
1910s European Edwardian Vintage Decorative Objects
Bentwood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Pottery
Early 20th Century English Georgian Decorative Objects
Wood, Paper, Glass
Early 1900s English Neoclassical Antique Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver
2010s Brazilian Decorative Objects
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Early 20th Century Art Deco Decorative Objects
Metal
20th Century Afghan Decorative Objects
Lapis Lazuli, Marble
20th Century Swiss Decorative Objects
Brass
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Faux Leather
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Wood, Hardwood
Early 20th Century French Decorative Objects
Opaline Glass
20th Century Modern Decorative Objects
Acrylic, Lucite
1830s French Antique Decorative Objects
Silver Plate, Brass
1950s American Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Bamboo, Wicker
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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