Decorative Objects
Mid-20th Century French Industrial Decorative Objects
Glass
1940s Argentine Industrial Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
1940s Hungarian Industrial Vintage Decorative Objects
Wrought Iron
1940s American Industrial Vintage Decorative Objects
Stainless Steel, Metal
1990s Industrial Decorative Objects
Metal
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Stainless Steel, Chrome
1950s Italian Industrial Vintage Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
1880s French Antique Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Decorative Objects
Glass, Wicker
Late 20th Century English Modern Decorative Objects
Chrome
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Art Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Teak
19th Century American Other Antique Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
1940s Italian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1910s French French Provincial Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
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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