Decorative Objects
1980s Japanese Post-Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Steel
1970s South African Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Late 20th Century French Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
1980s Indian Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Decorative Objects
Lucite, Wood
1980s English Vintage Decorative Objects
Paper
1980s French Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Pine
Late 20th Century American American Classical Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver
1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Gold Plate
Late 20th Century American Decorative Objects
Cedar
1970s Japanese Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Clay
1990s Italian Minimalist Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Gold Plate
1990s Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Purpleheart
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1970s Danish Brutalist Vintage Decorative Objects
Stoneware
1980s Mexican Arts and Crafts Vintage Decorative Objects
Silver
1970s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Crystal
Late 20th Century Primitive Decorative Objects
Quartz
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
Late 20th Century Modern Decorative Objects
Stone, Chrome
1970s German Georgian Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1990s Swiss Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Sommerso, Glass, Art Glass
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Objects
Brass
1980s Unknown Victorian Vintage Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
1970s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
1970s Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Crystal
1980s English Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
1970s Dutch Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Late 20th Century American Art Nouveau Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Gold
1980s Spanish Hollywood Regency Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1970s Mexican Vintage Decorative Objects
Hardwood, Paint, Paper
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Crystal, Silver Plate
Late 20th Century Decorative Objects
Bronze
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Decorative Objects
Gold
1970s Hong Kong Chinoiserie Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
1980s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
Late 20th Century Afghan Decorative Objects
Lapis Lazuli
Late 20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Multi-gemstone
Late 20th Century American Modern Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Metal
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
1970s French Space Age Vintage Decorative Objects
Plastic
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Chrome
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Resin
1970s Mexican Brutalist Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Pottery
Late 20th Century Unknown Decorative Objects
Lapis Lazuli
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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