Decorative Objects
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Bronze, Copper
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Iron
20th Century French Baroque Revival Decorative Objects
Plastic
20th Century Decorative Objects
Bronze
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects
Aluminum, Copper
Late 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Decorative Objects
Resin
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Steel
1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Late 20th Century Danish Modern Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects
Terracotta
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Decorative Objects
Bronze
20th Century Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Marble, Bronze
1990s Swedish Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Crystal
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects
Brass, Bronze, Enamel
1960s American Brutalist Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass, Bronze
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Leather
20th Century Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
20th Century Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
1970s German Brutalist Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass, Chrome
Mid-20th Century French Industrial Decorative Objects
Glass
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1970s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1960s French French Provincial Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 1900s French Neoclassical Antique Decorative Objects
Brass, Enamel
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Decorative Objects
Metal
1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects
Brass
Mid-20th Century Belgian Romantic Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Early 20th Century American Decorative Objects
Iron
Late 20th Century Modern Decorative Objects
Pottery
Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Resin
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
1960s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Stoneware
1980s American Vintage Decorative Objects
Stone, Iron
Late 20th Century American Black Forest Decorative Objects
Brass
1960s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Decorative Objects
Bronze
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Stone
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Crystal
1990s Italian Art Deco Decorative Objects
Porcelain
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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This Rare Set of 100 Alessi Vases Includes Designs by Scores of International Artists
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