Decorative Objects
Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Stone
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Crystal
2010s Indian Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
15th Century and Earlier Uruguayan Antique Decorative Objects
Amethyst, Quartz
20th Century Thai Decorative Objects
Metal, Bronze
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
2010s Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Brass, Bronze, Nickel
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Cut Glass
20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Wood
1970s American Vintage Decorative Objects
Aluminum
1880s English Late Victorian Antique Decorative Objects
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Decorative Objects
Metal
Early 1900s French Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Wood
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
20th Century Spanish Moorish Decorative Objects
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects
Hardwood, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Objects
Brass
1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
20th Century Afghan Decorative Objects
Lapis Lazuli
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects
Resin
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
20th Century Decorative Objects
Wood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Pewter
2010s Peruvian Decorative Objects
Rock Crystal, Pyrite
1960s Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Pottery, Terracotta
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware, Majolica, Stoneware
2010s American Decorative Objects
Bone
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Objects
Horn, Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Bone, Wood, Macassar
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
1960s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
19th Century Chinese Tibetan Antique Decorative Objects
Jade, Metal
20th Century Afghan Decorative Objects
Lapis Lazuli
1940s Swedish Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Cement
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
2010s Indian Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Decorative Objects
Brass
19th Century British Antique Decorative Objects
Iron
20th Century English Egyptian Revival Decorative Objects
Gold
Mid-20th Century Dutch Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Faience
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Opaline Glass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
1960s Spanish Vintage Decorative Objects
Nickel
Late 20th Century American Decorative Objects
Ash, Maple, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Aluminum
2010s Argentine Modern Decorative Objects
Metal, Sheet Metal
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Leather
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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