1950s Decorative Objects

A thrilling sculpture made of cut, painted pieces of found iron. Esoteric, whimsical, and charming: this piece has incredible presence. At over 7 feet tall, it is literally "larger t...

Green glass base with the black Bakelite and bras pen holder.

A unique, hand-carved wood chair in the shape of a cupped hand with detailing down to the wrinkles and fingernails. The base whimsically detailed as a shirt cuff with buttons. Solid....

This rare Accolay glazed ceramic vase à oreilles was part of the Maya collection made in the 1950s by Les potiers d’Accolay. It has a wonderful presence and will be beautiful in any ...

Elegant pair of French biscuit porcelain busts depicting the famous Brongniart children, Louise and Alexandre, after the celebrated portraits by French sculptor Jean-Antoine Houdon. ...

Offered here are three nice quality authentic glass, post-war French fragrance diffusers used to freshen up and make a room or area smell nicely. Sometimes called aroma oil lamps, th...

Bronze sculpture Donne Volanti by Giovanni Ferrabini, 1956. Signed and dated Ferrabini 56 on the right thigh at the back. Biography Giovanni Ferrabini (born June 24, 1909, Verona,...

Midcentury Sculpture signed Émile Gilioli, numbered 2/5, France, 1950s.

Murano glass drop vase with polychrome spot decoration and twisted aventurine canes, made by Fratelli Toso in the 1950s Ø cm 19 h cm 27 Fratelli Toso is a name that immediately evo...

Striking, unique glass vase by Vicke Lindstrand, made with overlay technique. Layers of green and clear glass with an abstract etched pattern that brings an enchanted forest to mind.

Large 1960s Mid-Century Modern handcrafted large pottery platter. Hand-made stoneware decorative plate with classic sandy fat lava glaze. This ceramics were known to collectors as 'f...

This Mid-Century German ceramic vase features a striking, high-gloss jet-black glaze decorated with hand-painted geometric circular motifs reminiscent of Gio Ponti's playful Mid-Cent...

Pablo Picasso Hibou 1954 Pichet tourné H. 24,5 cm. Larg 13 cm R.A terre de faience blanche, décor à l'oxyde sur émail blanc Bleu Tiré à 500 exemplaires Edition Picasso, Madoura. Répe...

Val Saint Lambert crystal vase cut to clear, Beautiful Val Saint Lambert circular crystal vase, hand-cut-to-clear, the glass is thick...

Faience “Karneval” vase by Stig Lindberg, in a strict block shape. Beautiful, playful motif of three people in a ship on one side, and a winged man and a fish on the other. The rim a...

A Fulvio Bianconi banded vase in clear glass with embedded bands of aquamarine,sapphire,black and red glass. marked with a three line acid stamp c.1953

Made in Vietri, Italy, 1950s. This ceramic bowl / centerpiece is hand-modeled and hand-painted, with a slight iridescent finish. It is a vintage piece, therefore it might show sligh...

Large oval planter bowl in blood-red earthenware with snake-shaped handles. France, 1950s.

In this listing you will find a stunning Mid Century Modern mouth-blown Murano glass vase with an intriguing shape that resembles the heart. It features a striking combination of col...

The clock movement with a fresh battery has been running, however it may need to be serviced, it is quite loud. The manual timer is in working order. For reference an example was auc...

Italian Studio Potter Dish, 1960s. Wheel-thrown faience dish with hand-painted decoration in blue, orange and white tones. Geometric and floral pattern with strong folkloristic trait...

Cylinder shaped vase in pewter with round foot heel and ribbon decor. Designed by Edvin Ollers (1888–1959). Stamped Ollers, S&O Schreuder & Olsson, CAST TIN and year stamp Z8 for 1950.

Sought after early chain paperweight, gold plated steel by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria, circa 1950s. Heavily worn, showing a wonderful patina and...

Carved wooden vessels occupy a unique position between utility and sculpture. Across many African woodworking traditions, everyday objects such as bowls, trays, and serving vessels w...

A unique bowl designed by Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. Bowl features a unique baby blue color palette with details around inter...

Vase number 52 can be considered a collector's item and is appreciated among ceramic enthusiasts and collectors of 20th-century Danish design. The simple yet elegant aesthetic that c...

Rare and highly expressive French Mid-Century anthropomorphic ceramic flower holder by Accolay, made in France during the 1950s-1960s. This striking sculptural piece depicts a styliz...

A monumental form signed with a 3-line acid stamp.

Large antique handmade wicker market Boulangerie basket.

Sculptural Bull Horn Bowl 1950s Austria Unmarked in the style of Carl Aubock 4.5 h x 9 d x 9.5 w Unrestored Vintage preowned condition Wear use & patina present. Not perfect, it is ...

Incredible Murano glass multicolor with zanfirico and venturine bowl.

Faience “Karneval” vase by Stig Lindberg, in a clean cylinder shape. Beautiful, playful motif of a woman with a rooster in her arms on one side, and a bird on the other. The rim is u...

Geometric Form Plaster Cat Sculpture Appears to be an adaptation of "Calico Cat" by American artist Juliette Steele 6"W x 11"D x 10"H

Made in France during the 1950s, this FFR mechanical wall clock combines technical precision with refined design. The piece features a square cas...

Grand scale wall mounted candle sconce with four branches designed by Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths. This uncommonly seen candela...

Incredible Murano glass blue sculptural tree vase circa 1950.

Splendid blue Murano glass hippopotamus

Sterling silver squirrel box The head detaches from the body to form a box, left paw resting on a walnut, stone eyes (one with a small chip) German 800 silver hallmark French swa...

Charming 1950s Horse-Themed Mantel Clock - Vintage Elegance Infuse your home with a touch of vintage charm with this delightful 1950s mantel clock featuring a horse motif. Crafted w...

Early 1950s Austrian Baller Figurine An elegant early 1950s Baller figurine, crafted in Austria and exemplary of mid-century Austrian bronze design. The piece displays signature min...

An antique circa 1940's-1950s Police model Colt 38 pistol frame. Custom mounted on a steel stand. Shows heavy pitting which adds to its character.

Beautiful small bowl in ruby red glass by Venini. Signed in acid 3 lines, several designers worked at the studio at same time in the 40-70" could be any, for sure made for Venini as ...

Hand blown, incalmo glass bottle in green and blue. Venini label attached to bottom.

Candlestick in silver metal, model Concerto di trombe, by Lino Sabattini for Christofle, Italy circa 1957.

A charming Franco Albini designed Italian 1950's handmade bamboo basket. The curved basket with a wonderful decorative handle has perfect proportions. Store and display your magaz...

Hand-blown vase from the Murrine Incatenate series, yellow glass with red and blue murrhines, by Anzolo Fuga for AVEM, Murano Italy, ca 1959. These Murrine Incatanate pieces are bold...

We present to you a large bronze sculpture representing Mercury, the messenger god of Roman mythology, made in the 1950s. This majestic piece measures 190 cm in height and has a gree...

1955 Mid-century Era pink and yellow hula girl ceramic statue. The statue features a beautifully detailed hula girl holding a flower in her hair with the word "Hawaiian" along the ba...

A very unusual articulating hand, ca' 1950's. Probably used for glove display. Fingers can move as well as the whole hand pivots. Nice patina, painted number five.

A wonderful example of an Akha Tribe spice basket, with a stunning woven pattern on all sides and crafted from a mix of rattan. This basket was once used to store precious spices and...

Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen. Square ceramic bowl in green celadon glaze. Designer: Nils Thorsson Model: 2876 Manufacturer: Royal Copenhagen, Denmark Material: Ceramic with ce...

Italian Venetian heavily etched and engraved table picture frame with easel backing. Incredibly etched detailing throughout, the workmanship and design is second to none quite simply...

Faience “Karneval” vase by Stig Lindberg, in a long cylinder shape. Beautiful, playful motif of a three people in imaginative clothes. The rim is unglazed, giving an organic touch to...

Robert Picault French ceramic ashtray catchall France, circa 1950’s Can be used as an ashtray or catch all Vibrant colors, playful patterns and des...

A playful and collectible hand-painted ceramic vase designed by Stig Lindberg and decorated by Ursula Printz for Gustavsberg, Sweden, in the 1950s. This mid-century Scandinavian piec...

Fabulous pair of small Asian ceramic turquoise foo dogs with both male and female figures. The carving details are amazing. Great addition to your chinoiserie collection.

A monumental sgraffito vase designed by Ludwig Klopfer for Kunsttöpferei Johann Lipp, Germany, circa 1950s. This elegant vessel exemplifies Klopfer’s distinctive mid-century modern a...

Made in Italy, 1950s, in the style of Archimede Seguso. It is in thick clear Murano glass with gold leaf. This is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but ...

Brass blackened candleholder in form of angel figurine made in Austria in the 1950s.  

This is a unique and rare fornasetti gold and white porcelain bell from Italy.