Defying design conventions and embracing all tastes, Bohemian style, or Boho style, is eclectic, bold and, above all, individual. Vintage Bohemian-style furniture and decor feature bright colors, natural materials and a global spirit, ranging from statement pieces such as peacock chairs constructed with wicker and handmade art-glass vases to jewel-toned plush seating like turquoise sofas.
Although Bohemian furniture is not rooted in a specific time and can include Victorian lamps alongside Space Age chairs, its name dates back to the 19th century. Its exact origins are unclear, with some sources linking it to a counterculture formed in the wake of the French Revolution and others to a pejorative for the Romani people in France who were erroneously believed to be from Bohemia, which was part of what is now the Czech Republic.
By the 1850s, “bohemian” was used to describe someone who led an itinerant life, usually an artist, actor or author. This helped shift the term from disparaging to something romantic and evoking creativity, culture and travel. In the 20th century, to be a bohemian was fashionable, and the celebration of free expression in the 1960s gave the Bohemian style a hippie flair. It has remained popular over the years, especially with younger generations seeking to express their personality and individual perspective through furniture, folk art, antiques and other collectibles.
A Bohemian interior exuberantly mixes textures and patterns, particularly through textiles from around the world in tapestries, rugs and upholstery. Bohemian decor can include Japanese shibori, Indonesian ikat and Kazakhstani suzani prints mingling with Moroccan lanterns, Turkish carpets and wall hangings from India. Saturated earthy colors like burnt orange and marigold yellow are common to bring together the mix of vintage, modern and global design.
Find a collection of vintage Bohemian tables, mirrors, rugs and carpets, decorative objects and more furniture on 1stDibs.
Late 19th Century German or Bohemian Glass Inkwell
Located in Greven, DE
Iridescent Glass Inkwell with Brass Lid Origin: Bohemia or Germany Material: mold-blown glass, brass Date: circa 1900 Dimensions: H × D:...
Bronze
$197Sale Price / set|70% Off
Set of 3 Vintage Brass Pestle & Mortars, Czechoslovakia, Circa 1940s
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful set of three vintage pestles & mortars in a solid brass finish. All three produced in Czechoslovakia in 1940s as a kitchen wear for spices and...
Brass
$495 / set
Vintage Boho Onyx Bookends - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Boho bookends. A chic solid onyx stone in a stepped design. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Stone
Pyramidal Smoking Set, Germany, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Pyramidal smoking set is an original decorative object realized in Germany in the 1970s. A unique object composed by four ashtrays and a lighter. Table lighter vintage plastic ...
Metal
19th Century French Bronze Green Opaline Glass Inkwell Set
Located in Guaynabo, PR
French Bronze Green Opaline Double Inkwells Set. It depicts a Japonisme style bronze tray with a pair of green opaline inkwell bottles mounted in round...
Bronze
19th Century Baccarat Inkwell
Located in Tampa, FL
A Baccarat crystal inkwell with decorated bronze. Circa 19th century, France. The interior is two inches deep and the opening is one inch wide.
Crystal
$5,000
H 2.76 in W 9.85 in D 5.12 in
Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.
Bronze, Enamel
Set of Polished Brass and Chrome Tennis Racket Bookends
Located in New York, NY
Set of brass and chrome tennis racket bookends. Has thin foam on bottom to prevent scratching furniture. 5" high. Great on a book shelf or desk. Nice condition, ready to use. Any li...
Brass, Chrome
Pair of Bookends, Metal and Wood
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of wooden and gold metal bookends. The decorative elements of these bookends have been placed on L-shaped wooden bases with the edges protected by metal plates. These elements ...
Metal, Other
19th Century Bronze Apothecary Mortar & Pestle, Circa 1800
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The cup shaped cast body decorated with incised ring-turned detail, rising from a waisted & stepped circular foot, together with its original pestle. Combined weight, 3.75 lbs.
Bronze
Vintage Onyx Paperweight
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian spherical onyx desk paperweight, in natural neutral hues / Made in Italy circa 1970s Measures: diameter 4 inches Order reference #: FABIOLTD G178 This piece makes for...
Onyx
$453
H 3.94 in W 4.34 in D 3.94 in
Antique Brass Mortar and Pestle, Austria-Hungary, Circa 1890, Historicism
Located in Praha, CZ
Antique solid brass mortar and pestle manufactured in Austria-Hungary around 1890 in the Historicism period. Originally used in pharmacies and apothecaries for grinding herbs and med...
Brass
Mid Century Carved Marble Onyx Stone Aztec Mayan Tribal Bookends
Located in West Hollywood, CA
These striking bookends are meticulously hand-carved from solid onyx stone, showcasing detailed depictions of tribal Aztec or Mayan faces. Each piece highlights the artistry and craf...
Onyx
19th Century Grand Tour Antique Handmade Bronze Mortar with Pestle
Located in Roma, IT
19th-century grand tour antique handmade bronze mortar with pestle. This fantastic piece has an original patina. The pestle is 9.05 inc high wit...
Bronze
Late 19th Century Napoleon III Bronze Wood Marquetry Inkwell
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A refined antique inkwell, with two inkwells made of bronze, including glass cups. The base is made of veneered marquetry wood with a diamond pattern, framed in a bronze rim, resting...
Bronze
Vintage Brass Fish Paperweight
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of nautical charm to your desk with this Vintage Brass Fish Paperweight. Crafted from solid brass, this whimsical piece combines functio...
Metal
Bamboo Desk Organizer
Located in Fairfield, CA
A vintage table top desk organizer. Made of bamboo and wicker. Beautiful tortoiseshell pattern to the bamboo. Features 4 divided compartments fo...
Bamboo, Wicker
Paperweight Egg Shape with Blue Drop Artcristal Bohemia
By Bohemia
Located in Oirlo, LI
Paperweight Egg Shape with Blue Drop Artcristal Bohemia Additional information: Dimensions: 7 W x 7 D x 9 H cm Period of Time: 1960 Country of origin: Czech Republic Condition: Good
Art Glass
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H 2 in W 6 in D 2.75 in
Vintage Large Murano Decorative Blown Art Glass Wrapped Blue Candy Paperweight
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Large Murano decorative blown art glass wrapped blue hard candy paperweight. Hand blown blue art glass hand crafted in Italy paperweight candy sculpture...
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Sold
H 2.25 in Dm 3.25 in
Luxe Moroccan Red and Gold Glass Votive Holder with 22k Gold Moorish Floral Des
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Luxe Moroccan red glass votive holder with 22k gold floral design. Clear transparent glass with red interior and gold leaf Moorish design. Heavy ...
Glass
Carved Wood Sea Shell Paper Weight
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A carved wooden seashell in deep dark brown. Would make a fabulous paperweight, or a great accent to a coffee table atop a stack of books. Dimensions: 1.5" Tall 5.75" Wide 6.7...
Wood
Vintage Bohemian Multicolor Cut to Clear Crystal Votive Candle Holder
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Bohemian multicolor cut to clear crystal votive candle holder set of 4. Set of 4 Bohemian cut crystal votive holder, one votive ...
Crystal
Vintage Bohemian Cobalt Blue Cut to Clear Glass Crystal Vase
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Cobalt blue cut to clear Bohemia art glass crystal vase. A beautiful piece with cut details from top to bottom, cut to clear, cobalt blue Boh...
Crystal
Bohemian Cobalt Blue Cut to Clear Glass Crystal Vases
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Cobalt blue cut to clear Bohemia glass crystal vases. Cut to clear, cobalt blue Bohemian glass vase from Czechoslovakia. Beautiful etched d...
Crystal
1960s Leather Planter or Waste Basket
Located in San Diego, CA
1960s handcrafted leather planter pot cover or trash can. Thick leather with great stitching over a fiberglass liner.
Leather
1960s Leather Waste Basket
Located in San Diego, CA
1960s handcrafted leather trash can. Thick leather with a metal piece under the top roll. Functional hippie chic.
Teak
Elegant Rose Pink Crystal Vintage Faceted Glass Perfume Bottle Flacon
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Elegant and stylish faceted rose pink crystal vintage perfume bottle Silver coloured collar. The glass pipet faceted scent rod is in perfect condition circa 1980s Measures: Height...
Glass