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Decorative Objects For Sale
Large Malachite Box Gemstone Box Turkey Tail
Located in Somis, CA
This beautiful large gemstone box is finely crafted with the finest malachite in brilliant green displaying spectacular turkey tail pattern, concentric ri...
Category
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
$450 Sale Price
30% Off
Murano Glass Bowl, Alfredo Barbini or Seguso, Aqua Green & Yellow
Located in Warrenton, OR
Murano Glass Bowl, Alfredo Barbini or Seguso, Aqua Green & Yellow.
We believe this to be by Barbini although Seguso and Poli also made these. It is is good vintage condition. Th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
$255 Sale Price
25% Off
Murano Salviati Sommerso Sapphire Blue Italian Art Glass Snail Figure Sculpture
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, and large, vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso cobalt blue snail, with light blue shell Italian art glass sculpture. The piece is documented to the Salviati company, and at...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Uranium Glass
Victorian Era Gilt Bronze & Glass Owl Jardiniere
Located in New York, NY
This Victorian-era gilt bronze and glass owl jardiniere, crafted in America circa 1880, is a remarkable fusion of form and function, serving as both a decorative object and a plante...
Category
1880s American Victorian Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Antique Marble Bust Of A Maiden Signed C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Marble Bust Of A Maiden Signed C1890
Measures - 4 1/4" x 4 1/4" x 2"
This antique small marble bust depicts a maiden, showcasing the craftsmanship typical of the late 19th ...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
$280 Sale Price
20% Off
Japanese Antique Black Paper-Covered Pottery Vase 1860s-1900s / Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old Japanese ceramic jar covered with layers of traditional paper (washi).
It was made during the Meiji period (1860s–1900s) and was originally used for storing and transp...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects
Materials
Paper, Pottery
1990s Minimalist White Porcelain Tasca Vase by Lino Sabattini for Rosenthal
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A sophisticated and striking Minimalist White Porcelain Tasca Vase designed by the celebrated Italian designer Lino Sabattini for Rosenthal Studio-Linie, Germany. This sculptural pie...
Category
Late 20th Century German Minimalist Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
$620 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Collection of 10 Sculpture Decanters Sweden 1920s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
We have assembled an collection of 10 Art Deco decorative and hand made decanters made in Sweden during the early 1900s to 1930s . They used to have functionality as well as looking ...
Category
1910s Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Italian Deco Crystal Decanters and Glass Set with Silver Details, Italy, 1930s
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous Art Deco Murano blown glass set in a stunning combination of crystal-clear glass, black glass and 800 silver. This charming and unique bar set is composed of two decanters ...
Category
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Silver
Dior Homme Black Fine Leather Jewelry or Trinket Box
By Christian Dior, Hedi Slimane
Located in Valencia, VC
Dior Homme Black Fine Leather Jewelry or Watch Box — Limited Edition by Hedi Slimane (2000)
A rare and exquisite black fine-leather Dior Homme jewelry or watch box, created under th...
Category
Early 2000s French Minimalist Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
$715 Sale Price
60% Off
Pair of Scandinavian modern brass wall candle sconces
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Immerse your home in timeless elegance with this pair of Swedish art deco wall sconces, each showcasing a rich, beautiful patina. Expertly crafted on the picturesque island of Öland,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Antique Magnificent Meiji Japanese Silver And Gold Cherry Blossom Vase - Signed
Located in Long Island City, NY
Antique Meiji Japanese Silver And Gold Cherry Blossom Vase 1868-1912 - SIGNED
adorned with a finely engraved sakura tree motif with granulated gol...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver
19th Century Chinese Blue and White Ginger Jar with Peacock
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
An elegant mid-19th century Chinese porcelain ginger jar, finely painted in cobalt blue under a soft celadon glaze. This piece, dating from the Qing dynasty, features a fitted lid wi...
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Enamel
Substantial Diskometal Vase by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Impressive Amphora-style Diskometal vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s.
* Substantial amphora-style diskometal vase with lugs
* Designer: Just Andersen
* Model: D1925
* Ye...
Category
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
20th Century Terracotta Diana Goddess of the Hunt Bust France 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This is an impressive bust formed with terracotta of Diana Goddess of the Hunt. This beautiful sculpture is hand formed, 20th century. Signed by Artist but can not identify the maker...
Category
Early 20th Century German Folk Art Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta, Ceramic
19th Century Majolica Wheat Jardiniere With Birds Delphin Massier
Located in Austin, TX
Large 19th Century Majolica wheat vase jardiniere with birds signed Delphin Massier.
The Massier are known for the quality of their unique enamels and paintings. The Massier family p...
Category
1890s French Country Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Majolica
Modernist Japanese Iron Ikebana Planter, Japan, c.1955
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Mid Century Modern Ikebana Tripod Planter, Japan, c.1955.
Category
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
1960s Small Murano Glass Flavio Poli Turquoise and Blue Bowl
By Flavio Poli
Located in Florence, Tuscany
This Flavio Poli 1960s hand-blown Murano glass bowl has a royal blue core and a turquoise blue surround. It is pleasingly thick glass in good condition.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Large Collection of 27 miniature vessels - John Andersson - Höganäs
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large collection of 27 vessels, most of them designed by John Andersson and all of them produced at Höganäs about 1950s. The tallest one is 9 cm (3.6") and the smallest one is 1.5 ...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Chinese Kangxi Export Porcelain Imari Bowl with Wood Stand, Qing Circa 1700
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a beautiful Chinese Export porcelain footed Bowl with fine Imari hand painted decoration, dating to the Qing, Kangxi period, circa 1700. The bowl comes with a Chinese hardwoo...
Category
Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Set of 5 French Ceramic Kitchen Canisters – 1970s Vintage Floral Design
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Set of 5 French Ceramic Kitchen Canisters – 1970s Vintage Floral Design
Description:
This charming set of five French ceramic kitchen canisters dates from the 1970s. Each container ...
Category
1970s French French Provincial Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
24K English Style Grasshopper Fusee Double Pendulum Moon Dial Skeleton Sea Clock
Located in Danville, CA
24K English Style Grasshopper Fusee Double Pendulum Moon Dial Skeleton Sea Clock
Here we are offering a fantastic grasshopper sea clock. It has an unique fusee movement. The clock i...
Category
Late 20th Century Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Smoked Cerulean Hue Frosted and Transparent Glass Vase signed Lalique
By Lalique
Located in New York, NY
This remarkable Art Deco vase, designed by the legendary René Lalique and crafted in France circa 1935, is a stunning example of his innovative artistry and mastery of glassmaking. T...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Kee Mora, Candle Sconces, Brass, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass candle sconces produced by Kee Mora, Sweden, c. 1960s.
Oxidation present to brass
Wear consistent with age and use
Holds one 1.0” Diameter candle
Overall Dimensio...
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
$1,050 / set
Large French Black Forest Wood Music instruments Box, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Black Forest wood box, circa 1900.
11.8 by 7.3 inches , H / 5.3 inches.
Music instruments
Jewel box.
Category
1890s French Black Forest Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Japanese Antique Paper-covered Large Ceramic Jar 1860s-1900s / Vessel Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an exceptionally rare large ceramic jar from Japan, covered in paper. It was made during the Meiji period (1860s–1900s) and was originally used for transporting and storing t...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery, Straw, Paper
Murano Uranium Glow Mushroom Toadstool Italian Art Glass Paperweight Sculpture
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown glowing yellow with red-orange and copper spots Italian art glass mushroom / toadstool paperweight. The piece was created for the Fornasa De Muran...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Uranium Glass
Rare Model Modernist Art Deco Blue Mirror Clock, Circa 1935
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this fabulous 1930's modernist clock originating from England by Smiths clock company. You only have to do the minimalist of researching to find out how rar...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
1950s Deep Marine Leaf Set by Alfredo Barbini- Bowl & 6 Cups
Located in Florence, Tuscany
A set of seven hand-blown iridescent deep blue/green leaf bowls by Alfredo Barbini, Ermenegildo Ripa, Murano, circa 1950. Each piece features clear, applied scroll handles and Barbini’s organic style. I love this intense colour which has a certain magic to it. With a large leaf serving bowl and six small bowls, this is a complete set in excellent condition. Perfect for both collectors and lovers of sculptural glass, these bowls are great for display or for smart dinners serving gelato or fruit salad.
Dimensions: Large leaf Bowl...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Mid Century Turquoise and Gold Florentine Book Box
Located in Clearwater, FL
A beautiful example of classic Florentine craftsmanship, this turquoise and gold book box captures the charm of Italian decorative arts. Hand painted and gilded with rich patina, it ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Beautiful large original 1960s brass sunburst wall clock by Junghans ATO-MAT
Located in München, DE
Beautiful, large, original 1960s brass sunburst wall clock by Junghans ATO-MAT.
Very beautiful, elaborate mid-century design. Battery-operated with a new clock mechanism.
Dial with R...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Early Danish Saxbo Nylund & Krebs Low Bowl Salt Green and Brown, Ceramic 1930
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Very rare early piece from the Danish ceramic studio Saxbo by Gunnar Nylund and Nathalie Krebs. Manufactured 1929 or 1930.
The tray is made from stoneware and features a green speck...
Category
1920s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Large Russian Hand Carved Rhodonite Elephant Figurine Faberge Manner
Located in Long Island City, NY
A naturally hand carved rhodonite figurine. The figurine is made in the shape of an elephant, set with gemstone eyes in gold settings. Vintage and Modern Carving, Natural Stones Figu...
Category
20th Century Unknown Decorative Objects
Materials
Precious Stone
$1,300 Sale Price
35% Off
Vintage Persian Ceramic Green Fish Vase
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Beautiful vintage Persian ceramic vase hand-painted and glazed with colorful fish on bright green background.
Beautiful vintage condition.
Category
20th Century Persian Islamic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery
Art Deco Marble & Onyx Wind Up Desk Clock by DEP of France
By DEP
Located in San Diego, CA
Super cool and rare art deco marble and onyx wind up desk clock with alarm by DEP of France, circa 1930s. The clock is in good vintage condition and measures 7.75"W x 2.25"D x 4.125"...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Materials
Onyx, Marble, Metal
Natural Blue Coral Specimen, Real. Beautiful Deep Blue w/Whitish around Bottom
Located in Warrenton, OR
Natural Blue Coral Specimen, Real. Beautiful Deep Blue w/Whitish at Bottom
This is an absolutely gorgeous piece of coral that looks beautiful from multiple angles.
As with all coral...
Category
20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Coral
Murano Glass Pelican Sculpture with Goldfish – Handcrafted in Italy, 1980s
Located in Venezia, IT
A striking hand-blown Murano glass pelican in vibrant turquoise, holding a shimmering goldfish in its beak. A whimsical and original 1980s decorative sculpture from Italy.
Dimension...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
$849 Sale Price
20% Off
NasonMoretti “Sasso” Green and Bilberry Vase, Murano, Contemporary
Located in Atlanta, GA
A handblown Murano glass vase from the Sasso series by NasonMoretti, the historic Venetian glasshouse founded in 1923. Of biomorphic oval form, this example features alternating vert...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Circular Nesting Coffee Table Set Blackened Steel Organic Modern Contemporary
Located in Bronx, NY
TABLE NO. 15 - NESTING SET
J.M. Szymanski
d. 2019
52'' D 36'' W 13'' H - COFFEE
32'' D 22'' W 15'' H - SIDE
This Noguchi-inspired coffee tables are handcrafted in 3/8” thick...
Category
2010s American Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel, Iron
Flavio Poli Production Seguso Submerged glass vase Design Italy 1950 Mid-Century
Located in Palermo, IT
FLAVIO POLI. Production Seguso Vetri d’Arte, Design Italy 1950 ca.
Vase in colorless, light blue and lilac sommerso glass, drop-shaped body with flat circular mouth. Please watch the...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Antique Flemish Dutch Antwerp Red Tortoiseshell Box Cabinet Chest On Stand
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and exceptional Baroque period Flemish or Dutch red tortoiseshell, bone, horn, ebony, and rosewood lift-top chest with drawer, circa 1725, mounted on a later stand.
17th/18...
Category
Early 18th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Bone, Tortoise Shell, Rosewood, Horn, Wood, Ebony
Murano Glass Sculptural Leaf Bowl with Bullicante
Located in Warrenton, OR
Murano Glass Sculptural Leaf Bowl with Bullicante - medium to light mauve/violet color. (looks a darker on dark backgrounds). Possibly a Barovier & Toso piece.
This is a uniquely...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
Tall 12" Japanese Kokeshi Doll
Located in Fairfield, CA
A tall vintage Japanese kokeshi doll. Made of wood with a lovely hand painted floral design in red and green.
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Daum Art Glass Rose Passion Vase in Pink and Green, France
By Daum
Located in Rijssen, NL
Luxury at its finest, high-end glass vase with roses in pink with green leafs by Daum, France.
The vase - made out of art glass - is formed by roses connected to each other in beaut...
Category
20th Century French Art Nouveau Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
WMF art deco jewelry box germany around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
WMF art deco jewelry box germany around 1920s
Very beautiful execution
Brass polished and stove enameled
Original key
Category
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Small Bronze Art Deco Vase Pen Holder by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful small bronze vase or pen holder with amazing patina.
Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
Good condition, some light scratches and wear to the patination...
Category
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Antique William S. Sperry American Empire Mahogany 8 Day Column Mantel Clock 27"
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 19th century / Circa 1840's weight driven, chiming mantel or shelf clock by William S. Sperry of the Phoenix Manufactory - 192 Pearl Street, New York. Rectangular mahogany case...
Category
19th Century American American Empire Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Substantial Bronze Bowl by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Impressive Bronze Bowl made by Just Andersen in the 1930s.
* Round bowl in full bronze with circular lines on the rim
* Designer: Just Andersen
* Model: B2148
* Year: 1937
* Condit...
Category
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Mid Century Modern Zebrawood and Chrome Wall Clock by Howard Miller
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage Pendulum Wall Clock manufactured by Howard Miller, circa 1970's. This stand out piece features stunning zebra wood grains and a polished chrome pendulum. Keeps time with an 8...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Italian 17th 18th Century Carved Giltwood Baroque Angel Head
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful giltwood angelhead.
Italy, circa 1650-1750
Weathered and small losses.
Measurement here below inclusive the wooden base.
H:18,5cm W:11cm D:11,5cm
Category
17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
$387 Sale Price
45% Off
Organic Natural Moon Vessel IV
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Organic Vessel V, where the exploration of handprinted Oxides and custom glazes "collide" to create captivating art. At The Shine Studios,Organic modern vessels are reminiscent of br...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
$540 Sale Price
20% Off
Stunning Blue Stoneware Vase, Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg 1963
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stunning, large stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg at Gustavsberg designed in 1963, the vase has a lovely har-fur glaze in blue and brown. The vase ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Art Deco Jewelry Box - Green Glass and Wood - Scalloped Edges - France 1940s
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Art Deco Jewelry Box - Green Glass and Wood - Scalloped Edges - France 1940s
Elegant jewelry or trinket box made of wood for the base and scalloped edges green glass for the sides a...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Mercury Glass, Wood
Beautiful Metal Art Nouveau Urne Mantel Vase circa 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful single mantel vase about 1910s or older. Made of metal, has some nice patina, but this is old-age. A beautiful piece for any room. Found at an Estate Sale in Nuremberg, Ger...
Category
1910s German Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Native Copper Slice
Located in London, GB
This remarkable sheet of native copper from Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula displays beautiful natural metallic patterns and a rich bronze lustre. Its sculptural form captures both str...
Category
15th Century and Earlier American Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Copper
$5,500
Annemarie Davidson & Blaine Rath Walnut & Enamel Letter Tray, California, c.1970
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Annemarie Davidson & Blaine Rath Walnut & Enamel Letter Tray, California, c.1970
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Enamel
Art Deco Style Czech Malachite Glass Trinket Dish, 1960s
Located in Glasgow, GB
A vivid green malachite glass trinket box, produced in 1960s Czechoslovakia (modern-day Czech Republic), using the original moulds from the studios of Heinrich Hoffmann and Curt Schl...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Slag Glass
Mexican Tin Candleholder Hand-Punched Folk Art from the Jonathan Parks Estate
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
An exceptional mid-century Mexican tin candleholder, featuring three arms and intricate hand-punched star and dot motifs typical of folk tinwork from Oaxaca and central Mexico. The symmetrical, crescent-shaped form is elevated on a pedestal base, giving the piece both architectural structure and sculptural presence. The underside bears the simple stamped mark “MEXICO,” confirming its origin.
This piece was sourced from the Jonathan Parks estate in Santa Fe, known for his discerning eye for Southwestern and Latin American art and design. The geometric punching patterns and domed detailing echo traditional “hojalata” (tin art) techniques that Mexican artisans developed in the 19th and 20th centuries—originally inspired by Spanish colonial metalwork traditions.
Condition
Excellent vintage condition with age-appropriate wear, light surface oxidation, and minor irregularities consistent with handcraftsmanship. The piece retains a soft, silvery patina that highlights its intricate texture and history.
Styling Ideas
- Display as a centerpiece on a rustic farmhouse or desert-modern dining table, flanked by pottery or woven textiles.
- Style on a mantel, console, or altar table alongside santos figures, retablos, or other Mexican tinwork.
- Perfect for interiors that celebrate Santa Fe style, Hacienda revival, or old-world craftsmanship — blending beautifully with both European and Southwestern antiques...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Decorative Objects
Materials
Tin
$318 Sale Price
25% Off
Limoges Hand Painted Metal Mounted Lidded Porcelain Trinket Box
By Limoges
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning and beautifully painted antique French porcelain metal mounted trinket box decorated with exotic birds and made by the world-renowned Limoge Porcelain factory and believed...
Category
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Figural Chicken or Hen Hinged Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage signed silver trinket box or pillbox.
By Tiffany & Co.
In sterling silver.
In the form of a sitting hen.
The chicken has a hinge to its tail and opens up with applied pressure to the chest.
Marked to the base.
Simply a wonderful Tiffany trinket box...
Category
20th Century Italian Decorative Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver
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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