Decorative Objects
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
1990s Italian Folk Art Decorative Objects
Wood
1990s Mexican Modern Decorative Objects
Metal
1990s French Decorative Objects
Metal
Early 20th Century French Decorative Objects
Paper
1970s English Industrial Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass, Steel, Chrome
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass, Enamel
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
1970s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1990s European Decorative Objects
Malachite, Gold, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Clay
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Opaline Glass
Late 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Gesso, Wood
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects
Metal
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Pottery, Clay
1970s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
1910s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
20th Century Chinese Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1930s Danish Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects
Sandstone
1970s Japanese Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
20th Century Decorative Objects
Silver Plate
1920s Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Decorative Objects
Pottery, Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Pottery
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Decorative Objects
Glass
1990s European Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Wood
1960s French Renaissance Vintage Decorative Objects
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Decorative Objects
Metal, Brass, Copper
1950s Swedish Vintage Decorative Objects
Cement
1970s American Beaux Arts Vintage Decorative Objects
Iron
20th Century African Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Cowhide, Wood, Teak
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Pottery, Terracotta, Ceramic
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Decorative Objects
Brass
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Coral
1970s Japanese Industrial Vintage Decorative Objects
Cut Steel, Steel
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
20th Century Korean Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Metal, Steel
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
1930s Scandinavian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Earthenware
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects
Bronze
1940s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Early 20th Century Algerian Islamic Decorative Objects
Silver, Enamel
Late 20th Century Decorative Objects
Brass, Stainless Steel
1970s English International Style Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze, Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
1990s British Modern Decorative Objects
Cut Glass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Clay
20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects
Wood
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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