Decorative Objects
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects
Silver
1940s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver, Silver Plate, Silver, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Decorative Objects
Belgian Black Marble, Silver
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Cement
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Wood
1930s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Bakelite
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine, Opaline Glass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Objects
Marble
2010s Israeli Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Beech
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Leather, Glass
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s Mexican Art Deco Decorative Objects
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Gold
Early 20th Century European Black Forest Decorative Objects
Glass, Hide, Wood, Paint
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
20th Century Moroccan Islamic Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s Chinese Decorative Objects
Porcelain
2010s Decorative Objects
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Other Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Paint
1920s French Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Marble, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
20th Century French Decorative Objects
Crystal
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Marble, Metal
Late 19th Century Burmese Other Antique Decorative Objects
Wood, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Gold Leaf
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Stoneware
21st Century and Contemporary Croatian Brutalist Decorative Objects
Oak
2010s Brazilian Decorative Objects
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
2010s Minimalist Decorative Objects
Lacquer
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Pine, Paper
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Gold Leaf
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Stoneware
2010s French Decorative Objects
Crystal
19th Century European Folk Art Antique Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Terracotta
Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Decorative Objects
Mahogany, Satinwood
19th Century European Mid-Century Modern Antique Decorative Objects
Wood
1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Gold Plate
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Decorative Objects
Silver
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Marble, Bronze
Late 20th Century Italian Decorative Objects
Brass
19th Century European Folk Art Antique Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 20th Century French Modern Decorative Objects
Wood
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Crystal
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Earthenware, Glass
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze, Enamel
Antique, New and Vintage Decorative Objects
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 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.”
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These Soft Sculptures Are Childhood Imaginary Friends Come to Life
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This Vivacious Teapot Has Agnes Martin on One Side and Jean-Michel Basquiat on the Other
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This Rare Set of 100 Alessi Vases Includes Designs by Scores of International Artists
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