Decorative Objects
Antique, New and Vintage Decorative Objects
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1950s French Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects
Crystal
Late 20th Century American Expressionist Decorative Objects
Wood, Plaster
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Stoneware
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Stoneware
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Stoneware
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Stoneware
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Stoneware
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Stoneware
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Stoneware
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Early 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Decorative Objects
Copper, Iron
1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
19th Century Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Decorative Objects
Rock Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Decorative Objects
Terracotta
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Travertine, Bronze
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Travertine, Bronze
1880s Spanish Antique Decorative Objects
Earthenware, Terracotta
Late 19th Century French Antique Decorative Objects
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Decorative Objects
Rock Crystal
1980s American Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Objects
Stone, Silver Plate, Brass
20th Century English Decorative Objects
Metal, Iron
Mid-20th Century British Decorative Objects
Porcelain, Cork
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Steel
2010s Turkish Classical Greek Decorative Objects
Statuary Marble
Late 20th Century Folk Art Decorative Objects
Hardwood, Paint
Late 20th Century North American Decorative Objects
Wood
1970s Spanish Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
1960s European Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Decorative Objects
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Decorative Objects
Aluminum
Late 20th Century American Decorative Objects
Plaster, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
1970s American Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Limestone
2010s Italian Decorative Objects
Marble
2010s French Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects
Marble, Carrara Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Decorative Objects
Brass, Gold Leaf
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel
19th Century British Georgian Antique Decorative Objects
Silver, Copper
1950s American Vintage Decorative Objects
Mahogany
1880s French Louis XVI Antique Decorative Objects
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Decorative Objects
Onyx, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble, Gold Leaf
2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
2010s French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Marble, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Decorative Objects
Marble
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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