Decorative Objects
20th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Decorative Objects
Terracotta
Early 1900s Swiss Black Forest Antique Decorative Objects
Bone, Fruitwood
20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Glass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Terracotta
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects
Wood, Nutwood
Mid-20th Century Oceanic Bohemian Decorative Objects
Stone, Metal
1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects
Bronze
Mid-20th Century South Asian Anglo Raj Decorative Objects
Bone, Wood
Mid-20th Century Sammarinese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1890s French Belle Époque Antique Decorative Objects
Earthenware
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
1980s American Folk Art Vintage Decorative Objects
Pottery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Brass
Mid-20th Century West Asian Moorish Decorative Objects
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Chrome
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Plaster
Early 2000s French Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 2000s French Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1910s British Edwardian Vintage Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
Late 19th Century Italian Empire Revival Antique Decorative Objects
Crystal, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Gold Leaf
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Oak
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
1820s British Regency Antique Decorative Objects
Wood
Late 20th Century Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Shell
Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Bone, Fabric, Wood
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Australian Modern Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver, Enamel
20th Century British Victorian Decorative Objects
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Decorative Objects
Crystal
Early 20th Century Argentine Decorative Objects
Metal
20th Century American Shaker Decorative Objects
Wood
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 2000s French Decorative Objects
Ceramic
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Decorative Objects
Marble, Brass
20th Century Unknown Chinese Export Decorative Objects
Metal
20th Century American American Colonial Decorative Objects
Paint
20th Century Unknown Beaux Arts Decorative Objects
Metal, Iron
1930s Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Metal, Enamel
Mid-20th Century North American Bohemian Decorative Objects
Nickel
Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Decorative Objects
Wood, Lacquer
Late 20th Century Swedish Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Opaline Glass
Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
Late 19th Century Italian Gothic Revival Antique Decorative Objects
Alabaster, Marble
Late 19th Century French Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
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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