Decorative Objects
20th Century Decorative Objects
Marble, Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Late 20th Century French Folk Art Decorative Objects
Brass
Late 20th Century American Decorative Objects
Terracotta, Mirror
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Nickel
20th Century Latvian Brutalist Decorative Objects
Metal
20th Century Dutch Minimalist Decorative Objects
Stoneware
Early 20th Century Japanese Decorative Objects
Stoneware
1990s European Modern Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
1980s Italian Colonial Revival Vintage Decorative Objects
Silver Plate
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
1970s British Arts and Crafts Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
20th Century German Minimalist Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Mirror, Wood
20th Century Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century German Victorian Decorative Objects
Terracotta
20th Century Decorative Objects
Stone
1980s Swedish Space Age Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
1970s German Arts and Crafts Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
Early 20th Century German Rococo Revival Decorative Objects
Silver
20th Century Decorative Objects
Terracotta
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1930s Danish Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze, Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass
20th Century Czech Modern Decorative Objects
Crystal
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Silver Plate
1990s Argentine Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Metal
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Terracotta
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Brass
20th Century Latvian Rustic Decorative Objects
Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Marble, Bronze
Mid-20th Century Unknown Edwardian Decorative Objects
Wood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Pottery
1960s Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
20th Century Latvian Rustic Decorative Objects
Wood
Early 20th Century Decorative Objects
Stoneware
Early 20th Century Chinese Meiji Decorative Objects
Enamel, Brass
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Burl
1960s Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Crystal
20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century Decorative Objects
Stoneware
1980s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Copper
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Decorative Objects
Pewter
Mid-20th Century Mexican American Classical Decorative Objects
Sandstone
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
Mid-20th Century American Decorative Objects
Steel
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
1940s Danish Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Czech Decorative Objects
Crystal
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
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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