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Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

AESTHETIC MOVEMENT

In 1880, polymath designer William Morris declared: “If you want a golden rule that will fit everybody, this is it: Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.” His words encapsulated the Aesthetic Movement, which prized beauty above all and blurred the lines between fine art and the decorative arts, particularly through lavishly crafted furniture pieces.

The Aesthetic Movement, whose major proponents included author Oscar Wilde, flourished from the 1860s to the 1880s and was mostly popular in England and the United States. Design expositions like the 1876 Centennial International Exhibition in Philadelphia, as well as the publishing of how-to books for interior design, helped disseminate Aesthetic Movement bedroom furniture, serveware, coffee tables and other items, especially to the middle class.

The establishment of new art museums, art clubs and a rising passion for collecting at the time contributed to a growing appreciation for art. Morris’s founding of Morris & Co. in 1862 and the commercializing of this “cult of beauty” by the Liberty store in London, starting in the late 19th century, further disseminated the idea of a domestic space that was thoughtfully and floridly designed.

Leading Aesthetic Movement furniture designers included E.W. Godwin, who drew on Japanese influences and whose work reflected a wider enthusiasm for imported East Asian art. British designer Christopher Dresser created textiles, ceramics and more that were also inspired by Japanese decorative art but were representative of additional diverse design sources that ranged from Egypt to Mexico.

The Aesthetic Movement’s eclecticism resulted in dazzling interiors. Japanese fans were positioned on Renaissance-inspired cabinets with brass hardware, while mantels made of rich walnut or finely carved ebonized wood and adorned with painted Minton tiles mingled with cast-iron chairs against a backdrop of floral wallpaper. In 1881, in New York City, stenciled checkerboard motifs and painted floral murals could be found under an opalescent glass chandelier in a luxurious dressing room designed by German émigré cabinetmaker-decorator George Alfred Schastey. Amid the rise of the industrial age, the style’s promotion of art in everyday life would inform the Arts and Crafts Movement and Art Nouveau.

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Elegant Gilded Age Gilt Bronze Standing Mirror signed Tiffany & Co
Elegant Gilded Age Gilt Bronze Standing Mirror signed Tiffany & Co

Elegant Gilded Age Gilt Bronze Standing Mirror signed Tiffany & Co

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

A magnificent Aesthetic Movement gilt bronze standing mirror , crafted and signed by the iconic Tiffany & Co., American, circa 1910. This exquisite piece embodies the elegance and re...

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1910s American Vintage Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Just Andersen large alloyed bronze bowl
Just Andersen large alloyed bronze bowl

Just Andersen large alloyed bronze bowl

By Just Andersen

Located in London, GB

A large alloyed bronze patinated dish bowl stamped Just Andersen Denmark and numbered 1736 X. Some wear to the patination which should be visible in the photos but otherwise a larger...

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1910s Danish Vintage Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Brass, Bronze

Baccarat Paperweight with Millefiori and Horse Gridel Silhouette, 1973
Baccarat Paperweight with Millefiori and Horse Gridel Silhouette, 1973

Baccarat Paperweight with Millefiori and Horse Gridel Silhouette, 1973

By Baccarat

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage Baccarat paperweight features complex patterned millefiori set around a large horse silhouette cane, with smaller animal silhouette canes placed on a white lace background. ...

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1970s French Vintage Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Sommerso

Burmantofts Turquoise Glazed Solifleur Art Pottery Vase
Burmantofts Turquoise Glazed Solifleur Art Pottery Vase

Burmantofts Turquoise Glazed Solifleur Art Pottery Vase

By Burmantofts Pottery

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A tall and elegant Burmantofts Faience art pottery solifleur vase decorated in bright turquoise glazes dating from around 1890. This stunning lightly potted earthenware vase stands o...

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1890s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Rare Majolica Box with Oysters and Snail Choisy Le Roi, circa 1880
Rare Majolica Box with Oysters and Snail Choisy Le Roi, circa 1880

Rare Majolica Box with Oysters and Snail Choisy Le Roi, circa 1880

By Choisy-le-Roi

Located in Austin, TX

Rare Majolica box with oysters and snail signed Hippolyte Boulenger Choisy Le Roi, circa 1880. Measures: Height / 8", length / 15" on 6.5".

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1880s French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

"Angel Kiss" Life Size Granite Sculpture
"Angel Kiss" Life Size Granite Sculpture

"Angel Kiss" Life Size Granite Sculpture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Introducing the "Angel Kiss" Life Size Granite Sculpture, a stunning addition to any home or office space. This exquisite sculpture features a pair of lovers embracing each other w...

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1980s Vintage Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Granite

Blown Art Glass Peacock Pattern Large Vase
Blown Art Glass Peacock Pattern Large Vase

Blown Art Glass Peacock Pattern Large Vase

Located in Stamford, CT

Large and substantial blown glass art vase. All over peacock swirl pattern with gold flecking throughout. No makers mark or signature.

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1940s Italian Vintage Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

Aesthetic Movement Gothic Style Brass Mounted Stationery Box
Aesthetic Movement Gothic Style Brass Mounted Stationery Box

Aesthetic Movement Gothic Style Brass Mounted Stationery Box

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A stunning quality British Aesthetic Movement brass mounted oak stationery box with gothic influences dating from around 1880. The box stands on a wide ...

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1880s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Brass

Théodore deck (1823-1891), A Gourd Shape Enameled Faïence Vase, circa 1885
Théodore deck (1823-1891), A Gourd Shape Enameled Faïence Vase, circa 1885

Théodore deck (1823-1891), A Gourd Shape Enameled Faïence Vase, circa 1885

By Theodore Deck

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Théodore Deck (1823-1891) Gourd shape vase with a spherical body and straight neck Polychrome glazed earthenware designed on both sides with a bird, butterflies, a bee, and flowers o...

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1880s French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Faience

19th Century Games Box In Walnut And Boxwood
19th Century Games Box In Walnut And Boxwood

19th Century Games Box In Walnut And Boxwood

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Lovely 19th century walnut and boxwood game box. Very beautiful, unusual box with light wood inlays forming a checkerboard on the top and decorations on the side. Inside, a backgammo...

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19th Century French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Walnut

Aesthetic Movement Shrimp & Shell Hand-Painted Ceramic Dish signed Limoges
Aesthetic Movement Shrimp & Shell Hand-Painted Ceramic Dish signed Limoges

Aesthetic Movement Shrimp & Shell Hand-Painted Ceramic Dish signed Limoges

By Limoges

Located in New York, NY

This remarkable Aesthetic Movement ceramic shell dish, crafted and signed by Limoges, France, circa 1900, is a stunning example of artistry and craftsmanship inspired by nature. Cele...

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Early 1900s French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Doulton Lambeth Art Union of London Floral Vase by Emily E Stormer
Doulton Lambeth Art Union of London Floral Vase by Emily E Stormer

Doulton Lambeth Art Union of London Floral Vase by Emily E Stormer

By Doulton Lambeth

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A very stylish Aesthetic Movement Doulton Lambeth floral design Vase made for the Art Union of London by renowned artist Emily E Stormer and dating from around 1885. The stoneware va...

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1880s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Large Dominick & Haff Aesthetic Sterling Perfume or Flask with Dragon Fly
Large Dominick & Haff Aesthetic Sterling Perfume or Flask with Dragon Fly

Large Dominick & Haff Aesthetic Sterling Perfume or Flask with Dragon Fly

By Dominick & Haff

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Large Dominick & Haff aesthetic sterling perfume or flask with dragon fly, a choice example, a tall profusely repoused with florals and leaves. Complete with locking hinged circular ...

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Late 19th Century American Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Sterling Silver

Aesthetic Movement Trinket Box, circa 1900
Aesthetic Movement Trinket Box, circa 1900

Aesthetic Movement Trinket Box, circa 1900

Located in Spencertown, NY

The box with scenes of lilliputian figures

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Early 20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Wood

Victorian Carved Inlaid Rosewood Needle Vase, Late 19th Century
Victorian Carved Inlaid Rosewood Needle Vase, Late 19th Century

Victorian Carved Inlaid Rosewood Needle Vase, Late 19th Century

By English Country Antiques

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A very fine antique carved rose wood needle case with hinged cover with spring clasp and with central inset brass cartouche, the edges of the box with finely carved detail and with i...

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Late 19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Wood

Schumann Bavaria Large Snow Scene Cabin German Moriage Porcelain Gilt Rim Vase
Schumann Bavaria Large Snow Scene Cabin German Moriage Porcelain Gilt Rim Vase

Schumann Bavaria Large Snow Scene Cabin German Moriage Porcelain Gilt Rim Vase

By Kerafina Royal Porzellan KPM

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Stunning and sizeable German Porcelain Vase by Schumann Bavaria circa 1950. It features a Moriage raised porcelain texture to create the effect of the scene through falling snow. Fea...

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Mid-20th Century German Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Large Antique Giltwood Frame
Large Antique Giltwood Frame

Large Antique Giltwood Frame

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Large Antique Giltwood Frame

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Large, old, perfect giltwood frame, suitable for painting or mirror. On request I also have an ornamental frieze to place on top. ref. O/8340

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Early 20th Century French Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Fruitwood

Gorham Aesthetic Movement Sterling Mixed-Metal Box with Lizard and Mice, 1883
Gorham Aesthetic Movement Sterling Mixed-Metal Box with Lizard and Mice, 1883

Gorham Aesthetic Movement Sterling Mixed-Metal Box with Lizard and Mice, 1883

By Gorham CO.

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Gorham Aesthetic Movement Sterling Mixed-Metal Box with Lizard and Mice, 1883 Dimensions: 3.5" W × 2.5" D × 1.5" H Materials: Copper with applied silver decoration Marks: Gorham, date letter “P” for 1883 A finely crafted American Aesthetic Movement mixed-metal box by Gorham, executed in copper with sculptural silver appliqué. The domed lid features a dynamic lizard in high relief, accompanied by two playful mice in motion, all arranged above a silvered ground with grasses and textured earth. The decoration is set asymmetrically against the warm copper body, leaving generous areas of polished surface that highlight the contrast between metals. The interior is left plain, showing use consistent with age. The imagery reflects the strong influence of Japanese Meiji-era design on Gorham in the late 19th century. Themes of small animals and naturalistic vignettes were drawn directly from Japanese art, where lizards were regarded as symbols of protection and renewal, and mice were associated with quickness, fertility, and in some contexts, good fortune. Together, they create a whimsical narrative of pursuit, rendered with wit and naturalistic detail. This work exemplifies the Aesthetic Movement credo of “Art for Art’s Sake,” emphasizing beauty, asymmetry, and nature study over traditional allegory. Gorham’s mixed-metal line, developed in the wake of the 1876 Centennial Exposition, sought to rival Tiffany & Co. in innovation and design, producing decorative objects that were both functional and avant-garde. Comparable Gorham copper...

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Late 19th Century American Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Sterling Silver, Copper

Circa 1880s Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Small Brush Pots
Circa 1880s Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Small Brush Pots

Circa 1880s Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Small Brush Pots

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Pair of Chinese cloisonne small brush pots, circa 1880s. Aesthetic Movement brush or pen holders, later Qing dynasty. Strong floral designs - one with red background, the other with ...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Paint

Aesthetic Movement Oak Mantle Clock by Howell & James with Blue Tile Insets
Aesthetic Movement Oak Mantle Clock by Howell & James with Blue Tile Insets

Aesthetic Movement Oak Mantle Clock by Howell & James with Blue Tile Insets

By Howell & James Ltd

Located in London, GB

Howell & James, in the style of Lewis Foreman Day. An Aesthetic Movement oak mantle clock with a carved cresting to the top and fan-shaped detail, framed by incised decoration and a ...

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19th Century British Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Oak

Théodore deck (1823-1891), An Impressive Enameled Faïence Vase, circa 1875
Théodore deck (1823-1891), An Impressive Enameled Faïence Vase, circa 1875

Théodore deck (1823-1891), An Impressive Enameled Faïence Vase, circa 1875

By Theodore Deck

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Théodore deck (1823-1891) Impressive Enameled Faïence Vase, circa 1875 Large baluster shape vase with eggplant enameled background Rich hand-painted polychrome decor of two birds re...

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1870s French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Faience

Victor Hugo Castañeda Bronze Sculpture, Mexico 1988, Edition 1/20
Victor Hugo Castañeda Bronze Sculpture, Mexico 1988, Edition 1/20

Victor Hugo Castañeda Bronze Sculpture, Mexico 1988, Edition 1/20

By Victor Hugo Castaneda

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare bronze sculpture by renowned Mexican artist Victor Hugo Castañeda (b. 1947), signed and dated Victor H. Castañeda, 1988, and marked Edition 1 of 20. This intimate and contemplat...

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1980s Canadian Vintage Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Bronze

19th Century Aesthetic Movement Mantle Clock
19th Century Aesthetic Movement Mantle Clock

19th Century Aesthetic Movement Mantle Clock

Located in Ross, CA

Aesthetic movement mantle clock made in France in the late 19th century. The face is blue and white hand painted enamel centered over blue and white porcelain. The round case which i...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

George Tinworth Doulton Lambeth Aesthetic Movement Pottery Bowl, 1879
George Tinworth Doulton Lambeth Aesthetic Movement Pottery Bowl, 1879

George Tinworth Doulton Lambeth Aesthetic Movement Pottery Bowl, 1879

By Doulton Lambeth

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A very fine and decorative Aesthetic Movement Doulton Lambeth early stoneware bowl decorated with scrolling seaweed and rosette designs by renowned artist George Tinworth and dated 1...

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1870s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Antique Royal Worcester Aesthetic Period Gilt Porcelain Snake Handled Owl Vase
Antique Royal Worcester Aesthetic Period Gilt Porcelain Snake Handled Owl Vase

Antique Royal Worcester Aesthetic Period Gilt Porcelain Snake Handled Owl Vase

By Royal Worcester

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique English Aesthetic Period porcelain vase. By Royal Worcester. With an ivory porcelain ground. Painted with a central scene of a short-eared owl and its chick perche...

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Early 20th Century British Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Christopher Dresser Watcombe Aesthetic Movement Twin Handled Persian Taste Vase
Christopher Dresser Watcombe Aesthetic Movement Twin Handled Persian Taste Vase

Christopher Dresser Watcombe Aesthetic Movement Twin Handled Persian Taste Vase

By Christopher Dresser

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

An unusual and stylish Aesthetic Movement flow glaze twin handled vase in the ‘Persian Taste’ by renowned British designer Christopher Dresser (British, 1834 – 1904) for Watcombe, Torquay and dating from around 1885. The red earthenware vase is lightly potted with a round pedestal foot with an unglazed base on a rounded body with a bud shaped neck with raised top with a fold back rim. Ornate scroll handles are applied to either side. The body of the vase is decorated in bright green, blue and white flow glazes against a natural brown ground from the underlying glazed elements of the body. This very stylish example has impressed WATCOMBE TORQUAY...

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1880s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

19th Century Majolica Shell Jardiniere Sarreguemines
19th Century Majolica Shell Jardiniere Sarreguemines

19th Century Majolica Shell Jardiniere Sarreguemines

By Sarreguemines

Located in Austin, TX

19th century Majolica Shell Jardiniere signed Sarreguemines. Coral base.

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1890s French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Majolica, Ceramic

Antique Bohemian Aesthetic Movement Cased Blue and White Enameled Cut Glass Vase
Antique Bohemian Aesthetic Movement Cased Blue and White Enameled Cut Glass Vase

Antique Bohemian Aesthetic Movement Cased Blue and White Enameled Cut Glass Vase

By Moser Glassworks

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A very fine Bohemian aesthetic period enameled and cut-to-clear art glass vase. In two colors with a white cased top layer cut to reveal a blue ground in the style of the Moser or...

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19th Century Czech Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Cut Glass

Christopher Dresser Perry & Son Aesthetic Movement Candleholder
Christopher Dresser Perry & Son Aesthetic Movement Candleholder

Christopher Dresser Perry & Son Aesthetic Movement Candleholder

By Christopher Dresser

Located in Sharon, CT

A Christopher Dresser Aesthetic Movement candleholder, with a rare retaining of the original porcelain bobeche. Signed with the Perry mark on the bottom.

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Late 19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Tin

Exceptional Pair Austro/Bohemian Majolica Twin Handled Vases
Exceptional Pair Austro/Bohemian Majolica Twin Handled Vases

Exceptional Pair Austro/Bohemian Majolica Twin Handled Vases

By Julius Dressler

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A exceptional, large and impressive pair antique twin handled majolica vases originating from one of the top Austrian or Bohemian makers and dating from the 19th century. Possibly ex...

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1880s Austrian Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Austro/Bohemian Hand-Painted Terracotta Gypsy Lady Bust
Austro/Bohemian Hand-Painted Terracotta Gypsy Lady Bust

Austro/Bohemian Hand-Painted Terracotta Gypsy Lady Bust

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A stylish antique Austro/Bohemian terracotta bust of a gypsy lady dating from around 1890. The waist length bust stands raised on a round integral pedestal base and is modelled as la...

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1890s Austrian Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

Royal Worcester Aesthetic Movement Bamboo Form Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Vase
Royal Worcester Aesthetic Movement Bamboo Form Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Vase

Royal Worcester Aesthetic Movement Bamboo Form Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Vase

By Royal Worcester

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique figural porcelain vase. By Royal Worcester. In the form of three large bamboo stalks covered by flora and foliage. The top of each stalk has a gilt rim. Retailed by Richard Briggs of Boston. Simply a wonderful Aesthetic Period vase! Date: Late 19th or Early 20th century Overall condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. Condition details: There is some light rubbing to the gilding here and there, some very fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Maker: Royal Worcester Marks: Marked to the base with 'Manufactured by the Worcester Royal...

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Early 20th Century British Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Doulton Lambeth Aesthetic Movement Art Pottery Vase by Emily Edwards 1875
Doulton Lambeth Aesthetic Movement Art Pottery Vase by Emily Edwards 1875

Doulton Lambeth Aesthetic Movement Art Pottery Vase by Emily Edwards 1875

By Doulton Lambeth

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A rare and exceptional Doulton Lambeth aesthetic movement stoneware vase decorated with stylized motifs by renowned designer and decorator Emily J Edwards and dated 1875. Emily Edwards...

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1870s British Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Kate Rogers Doulton Lambeth Pair Impasto Daisy Painted Vases
Kate Rogers Doulton Lambeth Pair Impasto Daisy Painted Vases

Kate Rogers Doulton Lambeth Pair Impasto Daisy Painted Vases

By Doulton Lambeth

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A stunning and fine pair Doulton Lambeth Impasto daisy painted vases by renowned Faience artist Kate Rogers and dated 1885. The stoneware vases are of tall bulbous shape standing r...

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1880s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Aller Vale Multi-Necked Hand-Painted Daffodil Posy Vase
Aller Vale Multi-Necked Hand-Painted Daffodil Posy Vase

Aller Vale Multi-Necked Hand-Painted Daffodil Posy Vase

By Aller Vale

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A scarce Torquay Devon pottery multi-necked (udder) posy vase hand painted with a daffodil attributed to Aller Vale Pottery dating from around 1890. The vas...

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1890s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

19th Century Bohemian Moser Attrib Enameled Ormolu Jewel Casket Table Box
19th Century Bohemian Moser Attrib Enameled Ormolu Jewel Casket Table Box

19th Century Bohemian Moser Attrib Enameled Ormolu Jewel Casket Table Box

Located in Forney, TX

A rare and exceptional Aesthetic Movement period Bohemian enameled jewel casket attributed to luxury glassmaker Moser. Hand-crafted in the late 19th cent...

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19th Century European Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Metal, Ormolu

Silver-plated candlesticks by William Tonks and Sons, late 19th century
Silver-plated candlesticks by William Tonks and Sons, late 19th century

Silver-plated candlesticks by William Tonks and Sons, late 19th century

Located in London, GB

William Tonks & Sons Pair of Late 19th Century Silver Plated Table Candlesticks A finely crafted pair of late 19th-century silver plated candlesticks by William Tonks & Sons, renow...

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1890s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Stainless Steel, Iron, Silver Plate

Royal Crown Derby Aesthetic Movement Gilt Potpourri Vase with Pierced Lid, 1892
Royal Crown Derby Aesthetic Movement Gilt Potpourri Vase with Pierced Lid, 1892

Royal Crown Derby Aesthetic Movement Gilt Potpourri Vase with Pierced Lid, 1892

By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Royal Crown Derby Aesthetic Movement Gilt Potpourri Vase with Pierced Lid, Dated 1892 Dimensions: 10.5" H x 5.5" Dia A refined example of late Victorian porcelain, this lidded potpo...

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1890s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

19th Century English Majolica Fans Dish
19th Century English Majolica Fans Dish

19th Century English Majolica Fans Dish

Located in Austin, TX

19th Century English Majolica Fan Shape Dish.

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1880s British Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Pair Blue and White English Porcelain Vases Royal Worcester Circa 1870
Pair Blue and White English Porcelain Vases Royal Worcester Circa 1870

Pair Blue and White English Porcelain Vases Royal Worcester Circa 1870

Located in Katonah, NY

This pair of blue and white Royal Worcester 'Japonism' vases dates to circa 1862. They are square and intricately decorated in blue with cranes beneath towering bamboo. The blue deco...

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Late 19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Small Majolica Frog Jerome Massier, circa 1900
Small Majolica Frog Jerome Massier, circa 1900

Small Majolica Frog Jerome Massier, circa 1900

By Jerome Massier

Located in Austin, TX

Small Rare Majolica frog Jerome Massier, circa 1900. Reference / Page 118,119 "Barbotines de la Cote d 'Azur" of M.Bottero.

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Early 1900s French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Pair Napoleon III Aesthetic Ormolu Naturalistic Lizard Compotes/ Tazza
Pair Napoleon III Aesthetic Ormolu Naturalistic Lizard Compotes/ Tazza

Pair Napoleon III Aesthetic Ormolu Naturalistic Lizard Compotes/ Tazza

By Christofle

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of Napoleon III Aesthetic Ormolu Naturalistic Lizard Compotes/Tazza—in the Style of Christofle France, Circa 1875 This exquisite pair of Napoleon III period ormolu compotes (ta...

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19th Century French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Ormolu

James Aitchison Aesthetic Movement mantel or bracket clock with Owls & Songbirds
James Aitchison Aesthetic Movement mantel or bracket clock with Owls & Songbirds

James Aitchison Aesthetic Movement mantel or bracket clock with Owls & Songbirds

Located in London, GB

An Aesthetic Movement mantel or bracket clock, Signed James Aitchison, Paris in the number 12, with finely carved floral decoration to the front and sides, a french city evening scen...

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1880s French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Walnut

Acanthus Leaf Green Glazed English Majolica Pedestal Vide-Poche
Acanthus Leaf Green Glazed English Majolica Pedestal Vide-Poche

Acanthus Leaf Green Glazed English Majolica Pedestal Vide-Poche

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A green majolica glazed pedestal vide-poche with an acanthus leaf pattern, England circa 1875-1880. French for ’empty pockets’, the vide-poche is a small bowl or container kept in...

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Late 19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

French Aesthetic Movement Bronze Champleve Urns
French Aesthetic Movement Bronze Champleve Urns

French Aesthetic Movement Bronze Champleve Urns

Located in Downingtown, PA

Pair of French Aesthetic Movement Bronze and Champlevé Enamel Urns (Jardinières) This elegant pair of footed urns, sometimes referred to as jardinières, is a stunning embodiment of ...

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1880s French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Metal

Aesthetic Movement decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Aesthetic Movement decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Aesthetic Movement decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Doulton Lambeth, Royal Worcester, Delphin Massier, and Minton. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $138 and tops out at $35,000 while the average work can sell for $1,362.