Decorative Objects
1740s Dutch Rococo Antique Decorative Objects
Brass, Iron
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Stoneware
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Travertine, Marble
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Earthenware
15th Century and Earlier Asian Antique Decorative Objects
Pottery
18th Century Irish Georgian Antique Decorative Objects
Brass
15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Decorative Objects
Pyrite
1970s Unknown Brutalist Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1970s Brazilian Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 18th Century Italian Louis XIV Antique Decorative Objects
Wood
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Resin
1970s European Vintage Decorative Objects
Aluminum
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
Late 18th Century Scottish Country Antique Decorative Objects
Horn
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Brass
18th Century Chinese Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Chrome
17th Century Chinese Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1970s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
Late 18th Century American American Colonial Antique Decorative Objects
Burl
1970s Japanese Chinoiserie Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
Late 18th Century English Regency Antique Decorative Objects
Crystal, Bronze
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Decorative Objects
Iron
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
18th Century Chinese Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
17th Century Chinese Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1970s Dutch Space Age Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1970s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
15th Century and Earlier English Antique Decorative Objects
Copper
18th Century Japanese Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
17th Century Chinese Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
17th Century Japanese Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
18th Century Chinese Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
17th Century Chinese Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
17th Century Antique Decorative Objects
Wood
15th Century and Earlier Malagasy Antique Decorative Objects
Precious Stone
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Crystal
15th Century and Earlier Malagasy Antique Decorative Objects
Precious Stone
18th Century French Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Wood
1970s Italian Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Decorative Objects
Carrara Marble
17th Century French French Provincial Antique Decorative Objects
Iron
1970s American Brutalist Vintage Decorative Objects
Copper
1780s Italian Antique Decorative Objects
Glass, Wood
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Silver Plate
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
1970s Swedish Vintage Decorative Objects
Pine
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Decorative Objects
Enamel
1970s German Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Silver Plate
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Wood, Paper
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Faience
15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Antique Decorative Objects
Pottery
1970s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Decorative Objects
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Silver Plate, Gold Plate
15th Century and Earlier Central American Pre-Columbian Antique Decorative Objects
Pottery
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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8 Ways to Breathe New Life into a Space with Plants
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Paris Gallerist Sandy Toupenet Gets Fired Up over 20th-Century Ceramics and Inventive New Makers
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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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