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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.

Find a collection of antique Aesthetic Movement seating, tables, decorative objects and other furniture and antiques on 1stDibs.

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Style: Aesthetic Movement
English Silver Plate Epergne, Hand-Carved, Aesthetic Movement, 1920s
English Silver Plate Epergne, Hand-Carved, Aesthetic Movement, 1920s

English Silver Plate Epergne, Hand-Carved, Aesthetic Movement, 1920s

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Simple but nice épergne in silver plate for Your table ornament, specially for Christmas: with candles, flowers and fruits all around. Just a few flowers are enough to refine a tabl...

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Early 20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Silver Plate

19th c Old Paris Hand Painted Porcelain Planter with Portraits of Horses
19th c Old Paris Hand Painted Porcelain Planter with Portraits of Horses

19th c Old Paris Hand Painted Porcelain Planter with Portraits of Horses

By Manufacture Le Vieux Paris

Located in Great Barrington, MA

This large square hand painted porcelain planter was made in France ca. 1880's or earlier. It features two hand painted "portraits" of horses heads alternating with 2 sides of hand p...

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1880s French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

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

Powell, Bishop & Stonier - Aesthetic Transfer Decorated Pitcher - U.K. - C. 1880
Powell, Bishop & Stonier - Aesthetic Transfer Decorated Pitcher - U.K. - C. 1880

Powell, Bishop & Stonier - Aesthetic Transfer Decorated Pitcher - U.K. - C. 1880

By Powell, Bishop & Stonier

Located in Chatham, ON

POWELL, BISHOP & STONIER (Manufacturer) - Beatrice No. 4 (Product Line) - Rare and exceptional Aesthetic Movement ceramic pitcher / vase - two color transfer decorated featuring fern...

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Late 19th Century British Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Brass Shopping Bag
Vintage Brass Shopping Bag

Vintage Brass Shopping Bag

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This captivating vintage brass sculpture is a sophisticated nod to the Pop Art movement, transforming a humble everyday object into a high-shine decorative statement. Meticulously cr...

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Mid-20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

19th Century Majolica Leaves Vase Sarreguemines
19th Century Majolica Leaves Vase Sarreguemines

19th Century Majolica Leaves Vase Sarreguemines

By Sarreguemines

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica vase with leaves and geometrical pattern signed Sarreguemines circa 1870. H / 2. inches , D / 2.5 inches.

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1870s French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Tall Sculptural Trompe L'Oeil Draped Handkerchief Glass Vase
Tall Sculptural Trompe L'Oeil Draped Handkerchief Glass Vase

Tall Sculptural Trompe L'Oeil Draped Handkerchief Glass Vase

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A tall sculptural transparent glass vase with ruffled edges. The base of this beauty is round, with scalloped edges. The body has long rounded edges which graduate and curl outward i...

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20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

French Victorian Faience Majolica Double Vase
French Victorian Faience Majolica Double Vase

French Victorian Faience Majolica Double Vase

By Sarreguemines

Located in Queens, NY

French Victorian (19/20th Cent) faience Majolica small double bud vase with circular shape and decorated with vine, leaves, and fruit (impressed: Sarreguemi...

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19th Century French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Paint

Arts and Crafts Wrought Iron Chandelier or Pendant with Stylized Swan Sculptures
Arts and Crafts Wrought Iron Chandelier or Pendant with Stylized Swan Sculptures

Arts and Crafts Wrought Iron Chandelier or Pendant with Stylized Swan Sculptures

Located in Lisse, NL

Wonderful antique and handcrafted six-light chandelier. If you are searching for an elegant and unique chandelier to, for example, complete a dining room or a large entrance then th...

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Early 20th Century European Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair 19th C. French Opaline & Gilt Bronze Aesthetic ' Fairy' Motif Cachepots
Pair 19th C. French Opaline & Gilt Bronze Aesthetic ' Fairy' Motif Cachepots

Pair 19th C. French Opaline & Gilt Bronze Aesthetic ' Fairy' Motif Cachepots

By Baccarat

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair 19th C. French Opaline & Gilt Bronze Aesthetic ' Fairy' Motif Cachepots France, Circa 1870s Attributed to Baccarat A captivating pair of 19th-century French Opaline & Gilt B...

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19th Century French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Mid-19th Century Murano "Chalcedony Glass" Paperweight
Mid-19th Century Murano "Chalcedony Glass" Paperweight

Mid-19th Century Murano "Chalcedony Glass" Paperweight

By Lorenzo Radi

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Mid-19th century Murano "chalcedony glass" paperweight. By Lorenzo Radi Sr. or one of his followers. Handblown. Chalcedony originated among the Romans & Egyptians, was rediscovered i...

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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Bronze Doré Calendar Holder in the Graduate Pattern signed Tiffany & Co.
Bronze Doré Calendar Holder in the Graduate Pattern signed Tiffany & Co.

Bronze Doré Calendar Holder in the Graduate Pattern signed Tiffany & Co.

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Crafted by the iconic Tiffany & Co., this Bronze Doré calendar and memorandum holder exemplifies early 20th-century elegance, crafted in the United States, circa 1910. Designed in th...

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1910s American Vintage Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Bronze Dore Blotter Holders in the Graduate Pattern signed Tiffany & Co.
Bronze Dore Blotter Holders in the Graduate Pattern signed Tiffany & Co.

Bronze Dore Blotter Holders in the Graduate Pattern signed Tiffany & Co.

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

These Bronze Doré blotter holders, crafted by the legendary Tiffany & Co., embody the elegance and precision of early 20th-century American design. Rendered in the sophisticated "Gra...

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1910s American Vintage Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

French Monumental Majolica Shell Vase Circa 1880
French Monumental Majolica Shell Vase Circa 1880

French Monumental Majolica Shell Vase Circa 1880

Located in Austin, TX

Stunning monumental Majolica pink clamshell jardiniere, circa 1880. This yellow and brown footed shell is decorated with coral,seaweeds and yellow...

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1880s French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Majolica, Ceramic, Faience

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

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

"Tiren la Primera Piedra" Bronze Sculpture by Victor Salmones, Signed & Numbered
"Tiren la Primera Piedra" Bronze Sculpture by Victor Salmones, Signed & Numbered

"Tiren la Primera Piedra" Bronze Sculpture by Victor Salmones, Signed & Numbered

By Victor Salmones

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning bronze sculpture designed and manufactured in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico by Victor Salmones. The sculpture is titled "Tiren la Primera Piedra" (throw the first stone) made i...

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1980s Mexican Vintage Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Vintage 1900 Original Model Plaster Marquette of Pilne
Vintage 1900 Original Model Plaster Marquette of Pilne

Vintage 1900 Original Model Plaster Marquette of Pilne

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This evocative Symbolist bust, titled "Piline," is a rare original plaster maquette from the studio of celebrated sculptor Raymond Sudre (1870–1962). Created circa 1900, the work epi...

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19th Century Belgian Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Plaster

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

19th Century French Champleve Enameled Bronze Centerpiece Basket Aesthetic Style
19th Century French Champleve Enameled Bronze Centerpiece Basket Aesthetic Style

19th Century French Champleve Enameled Bronze Centerpiece Basket Aesthetic Style

Located in New York, NY

Antique (19th century) French Aesthetic period champleve enameled bronze centerpiece basket with fine inlaid multi-colored champleve enamel and the figure of a seated bird. 9 by 12 ...

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1880s French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Enamel

Fine Bronze Bust of a Man in Manner of Sir Jacob Epstein (British 1880-1959)
Fine Bronze Bust of a Man in Manner of Sir Jacob Epstein (British 1880-1959)

Fine Bronze Bust of a Man in Manner of Sir Jacob Epstein (British 1880-1959)

By Jacob Epstein

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Fine Bronze Bust of a man in the manner of Sir Jacob Epstein (British, 1880-1959), artist unknown. This beautifully executed green-patinated bronze somewhat resembles the style of ...

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20th Century Unknown Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

English Aesthetic Movement Pottery Japanese Dragon Jardinière on Stand
English Aesthetic Movement Pottery Japanese Dragon Jardinière on Stand

English Aesthetic Movement Pottery Japanese Dragon Jardinière on Stand

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Late 19th/Early 20th century English Aesthetic Movement decorative jardinaire or planter stand featuring Japanese dragons. Beautifully glazed with a two tone finish of green with ric...

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19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Pottery

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

Materials

Wood

Antique Aesthetic Period Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Footed Bowl
Antique Aesthetic Period Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Footed Bowl

Antique Aesthetic Period Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Footed Bowl

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine signed Aesthetic Period silver bowl. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. In a fluted form with a flared foot. Marked to the base. Simply wonderful Tiffany Aesthetic per...

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Late 19th Century Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Ram's Skull Silver Plated
Ram's Skull Silver Plated

Ram's Skull Silver Plated

Located in Chicago, IL

Rams skull rests on plinth base. Marked "Made in France on underside from Wingate and Johnston"

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1960s French Vintage Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

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

Materials

Cut Glass

Antique Martin Brothers Art Pottery Vase with Asian Inspired Decoration
Antique Martin Brothers Art Pottery Vase with Asian Inspired Decoration

Antique Martin Brothers Art Pottery Vase with Asian Inspired Decoration

By Martin Brothers

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique hand-crafted art pottery vase was done by the renowned Martin Brothers factory of England, in approximately 1890 in the period Aesthetic Movement style. The vase is done...

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Late 19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

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

Aesthetic Movement Zodiac Black Marble Mantle Clock with Gong-Striking Movement
Aesthetic Movement Zodiac Black Marble Mantle Clock with Gong-Striking Movement

Aesthetic Movement Zodiac Black Marble Mantle Clock with Gong-Striking Movement

Located in London, GB

A rare and wonderful Aesthetic Movement black marble brass gong-striking mantel clock with brass finials and brass gallery to the top, just below with hand-painted porcelain panels o...

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1880s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Belgian Black Marble, Brass

Aesthetic Movement Jardiniere Attributed to G .Viardot, France, circa 1880
Aesthetic Movement Jardiniere Attributed to G .Viardot, France, circa 1880

Aesthetic Movement Jardiniere Attributed to G .Viardot, France, circa 1880

By Gabriel Viardot

Located in PARIS, FR

A large Japanese style boat-shaped jardiniere attributed to G. Viardot, made in carved wood, ornated with panels decorated with Japanese blossoming cherry tree branches and a trophy ...

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1880s French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Wood

Aesthetic Movement Black Slate and Porcelain Clock Set, Circa 1880
Aesthetic Movement Black Slate and Porcelain Clock Set, Circa 1880

Aesthetic Movement Black Slate and Porcelain Clock Set, Circa 1880

Located in Astoria, NY

American Aesthetic Movement Black Slate and Porcelain Three Piece Clock Set, circa 1880, each piece decorated with porcelain panels depicting robins and various birds, fish, and inse...

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Late 19th Century American Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Slate

Théodore deck (1823-1891), Important Japonisme Poppy Vase with Elephant Mounts
Théodore deck (1823-1891), Important Japonisme Poppy Vase with Elephant Mounts

Théodore deck (1823-1891), Important Japonisme Poppy Vase with Elephant Mounts

By Theodore Deck

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Théodore Deck (1823-1891) An important Japonisme vase by Théodore Deck, combining richly developed glazes with sculptural elephant-head bronze mounts. This large enameled ceramic va...

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1870s French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of 19th Century Galle Faience Lion Candleholder with Silver Candelabra
Pair of 19th Century Galle Faience Lion Candleholder with Silver Candelabra

Pair of 19th Century Galle Faience Lion Candleholder with Silver Candelabra

By Émile Gallé

Located in Essex, MA

Pair of signed Emile Galle (French, 1846-1904) rampant lion faience candleholders Heraldic lion holding a castle tower in rampart also holding silvered bronze candelabra Signed...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Royal Worcester Shell and Coral Vases
Pair of 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Royal Worcester Shell and Coral Vases

Pair of 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Royal Worcester Shell and Coral Vases

By Royal Worcester

Located in Great Barrington, MA

These rare examples of Aesthetic Movement ivory porcelain themed vases features a matching pair of realistically molded open shells nestled in coral branches. The translucent walls a...

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1880s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Lacquered Paper Mache Sewing or Jewelry Box with Inlaid Carved Shell
Antique Lacquered Paper Mache Sewing or Jewelry Box with Inlaid Carved Shell

Antique Lacquered Paper Mache Sewing or Jewelry Box with Inlaid Carved Shell

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This large antique paper mâché and lacquered box is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in England in circa 1870 in the period Aesthetic Movement style. The box was made as a sewing chest, but could be adapted for other purposes such as a jewelry box. The box is composed of paper mâché with a glossy black lacquered finish. The stepped top has scalloped edges and a detailed border of inlaid mother of pearl done with a floral motif. The central portion of the box's top is done with large pieces of mother of pearl or abalone shell and accented with flaked gilt details. The front and sides of the box are accented with hand-painted gilt detailing and the inside of the top is hand painted with floral accents. The inner tray of this box is divided into several compartments, some having fabric covered lids with molded handles. The inside of the box is paper lined in the same blue patterned paper as the tray. There is small brass lock on the front of the box, but there is no key. The box is finished with round squat biscuit shaped feet. Please note that due to the composition of this box, it may only be shipped within Canada.

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Late 19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Paper

Maxime Fillon (1920-2003) zoomorphic patinated plaster sculpture
Maxime Fillon (1920-2003) zoomorphic patinated plaster sculpture

Maxime Fillon (1920-2003) zoomorphic patinated plaster sculpture

By Maxime Fillon

Located in STRASBOURG, FR

Beautiful zoomorphic sculpture in patinated plaster by Maxime Fillon, circa 1970, from the artist's studio. In good condition, some traces of age, incised signature on base.

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1970s French Vintage Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Plaster

Pair of French Victorian Green Limoges Porcelain Vases
Pair of French Victorian Green Limoges Porcelain Vases

Pair of French Victorian Green Limoges Porcelain Vases

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of French Victorian green Limoges porcelain and gilt trimmed vases with lady and cupid scene (PRICED AS Pair)

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Early 20th Century French Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Aesthetic Movement Twin Handle Hand-Painted Porcelain Vase signed Royal Doulton
Aesthetic Movement Twin Handle Hand-Painted Porcelain Vase signed Royal Doulton

Aesthetic Movement Twin Handle Hand-Painted Porcelain Vase signed Royal Doulton

By Royal Doulton

Located in New York, NY

A stunning Aesthetic Movement twin-handled hand-painted porcelain vase, featuring an idyllic scene inspired by Holbein: a ploughman with horses set against a glowing sunset, signed R...

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1920s English Vintage Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Polychrome Wooden Horse
19th Century Polychrome Wooden Horse

19th Century Polychrome Wooden Horse

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Elegant little carved wooden horse from the 19th century in polychrome wood Very beautiful polychromy which has a lot of charm Old child's toy with the front wheels which moves ...

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19th Century British Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Fruitwood

Unusual 19th Century Large Eel Form Majolica Pottery Pitcher
Unusual 19th Century Large Eel Form Majolica Pottery Pitcher

Unusual 19th Century Large Eel Form Majolica Pottery Pitcher

Located in Atlanta, GA

European, 19th century. An incredibly unusual and interesting majolica pitcher. The water pitcher features a finely detailed Eel, with scales, eyes and a wonderful tail.

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19th Century British Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Italian Hand-Painted Ceramic Lemon Majolica Plate Signed, Mid-Century
Italian Hand-Painted Ceramic Lemon Majolica Plate Signed, Mid-Century

Italian Hand-Painted Ceramic Lemon Majolica Plate Signed, Mid-Century

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A beautifully hand-painted Italian ceramic lemon dish, featuring a vibrant trio of sun-ripened lemons nestled among deep green foliage, framed by a stylized border in rich forest ton...

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20th Century Italian Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Striking Victorian Aesthetic Sterling Silver Card Case made in 1876
Striking Victorian Aesthetic Sterling Silver Card Case made in 1876

Striking Victorian Aesthetic Sterling Silver Card Case made in 1876

By George Unite

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1876 by George Unite this striking Victorian antique sterling silver card case is of a rectangular form with a scalloped edge and a hinged lid. The surfac...

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1870s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Sterling Silver

19th C French Bronze Snake Candlesticks
19th C French Bronze Snake Candlesticks

19th C French Bronze Snake Candlesticks

Located in Hudson, NY

19th C French Bronze Snake Candlesticks Beautiful original patina in red. Gilt bronze snake.

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Late 19th Century Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Stevens & Williams All-Over Willow Pattern Vase
Stevens & Williams All-Over Willow Pattern Vase

Stevens & Williams All-Over Willow Pattern Vase

By Stevens & Williams

Located in Great Barrington, MA

This is a rare handblown crystal vase made by Stevens and Williams, England, circa 1910. The 12.25" tall and elegant proportion makes this a stand alone piece of art as well as a fun...

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Late 19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Crystal

19th Century Limoges French Painted Porcelain Pitcher
19th Century Limoges French Painted Porcelain Pitcher

19th Century Limoges French Painted Porcelain Pitcher

By Delinieres & Co. 1

Located in Soquel, CA

19th Century Limoges French Painted Porcelain Pitcher Rare and prized, American Amateur painting on French Limoges pitcher, circa 1897. Dimensions, 1...

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19th Century French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Aesthetic Movement Carriage Clock, France, 19th Century
Aesthetic Movement Carriage Clock, France, 19th Century

Aesthetic Movement Carriage Clock, France, 19th Century

Located in PARIS, FR

Fine aesthetic movement clock in cloisonné enamel and gilded bronze, decorated with polychromed birds and flowers, and geometric gilded ornaments on a ...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Enamel

Game center piece Bronze, c. 1860 Christofle goldsmith to Emperor Napoleon III
Game center piece Bronze, c. 1860 Christofle goldsmith to Emperor Napoleon III

Game center piece Bronze, c. 1860 Christofle goldsmith to Emperor Napoleon III

By Christofle

Located in Paris, FR

An exceptional centerpiece signed Christofle artwork is silver-plated bronze with a very nice patina. The artistic part is a work of achievement; the base is pierced, composed of bra...

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1860s French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Christopher Dresser Moon Flask Vase, circa 1870s
Christopher Dresser Moon Flask Vase, circa 1870s

Christopher Dresser Moon Flask Vase, circa 1870s

By Christopher Dresser

Located in Brisbane, QLD

A blue ground pilgrim flask-shaped vase by famed English designer Christopher Dresser for Minton, circa 1870s. The foliage motif was most likely hand-painted by William Mussill...

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1870s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Doulton Lambeth Unusual Winged Foot Vase by Jane S Hurst 1880
Doulton Lambeth Unusual Winged Foot Vase by Jane S Hurst 1880

Doulton Lambeth Unusual Winged Foot Vase by Jane S Hurst 1880

By Doulton Lambeth

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

An unusual and stylish Doulton Lambeth Art Pottery vase decorated with ivy and winged feet by highly renowned artist Jane S Hurst dated 1880. The stoneware vas...

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1880s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Schumann Bavaria Mountain Snow Scene German Alps Moriage Porcelain Gilt Vase
Schumann Bavaria Mountain Snow Scene German Alps Moriage Porcelain Gilt Vase

Schumann Bavaria Mountain Snow Scene German Alps Moriage Porcelain Gilt 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

English Aesthetic Oak Bucket
English Aesthetic Oak Bucket

English Aesthetic Oak Bucket

Located in Essex, MA

With brass handle and liner. Hexagonal form with incised carved decoration. Toupie feet.

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1890s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Oak

A Boucheron Paris 18k Gold  Silver & Ruby Vermeil Minaudiere Circa 1940
A Boucheron Paris 18k Gold  Silver & Ruby Vermeil Minaudiere Circa 1940

A Boucheron Paris 18k Gold Silver & Ruby Vermeil Minaudiere Circa 1940

By Boucheron

Located in Tarzana, CA

A Boucheron Paris 18k Gold, Silver & Ruby Vermeil Minaudiere Circa 1940, of rectangular form with a hinged cover the top of the cover with pierced vermeil scrolling foliage the flow...

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Mid-20th Century French Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Gold, Silver

Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Mantel Clock Attributed to Lewis Foreman Day
Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Mantel Clock Attributed to Lewis Foreman Day

Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Mantel Clock Attributed to Lewis Foreman Day

Located in London, GB

A magnificent Aesthetic Movement mantel clock, with an ebonised mahogany case and an exquisitely painted dial. The case embodies the style of the Aesthetic Movement, with an arched a...

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1870s British Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Mahogany

Italian Female Nude Bronze Sculpture by Vincenzo Aurisicchio from 1800
Italian Female Nude Bronze Sculpture by Vincenzo Aurisicchio from 1800

Italian Female Nude Bronze Sculpture by Vincenzo Aurisicchio from 1800

Located in Milano, MI

Bronze sculpture of a beautiful female nude, created by Vincenzo Aurisicchio in the second part of the 19th century. The bronze sculpture is in really good conditions. Ø cm 23 Ø cm...

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1880s Italian Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Bronze

19th Century Aesthetic Movement Black Porcelain Vase with Gold & Platinum
19th Century Aesthetic Movement Black Porcelain Vase with Gold & Platinum

19th Century Aesthetic Movement Black Porcelain Vase with Gold & Platinum

Located in Great Barrington, MA

This is an extraordinary example of "Aesthetic Movement" decoration, finely rendered on black glazed porcelain. The well detailed and beautifully painted subject, depicts a hunter wi...

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19th Century Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Burmantofts Faience Rare Red & Yellow Glazed Fleur-de-lis Art Pottery Vase
Burmantofts Faience Rare Red & Yellow Glazed Fleur-de-lis Art Pottery Vase

Burmantofts Faience Rare Red & Yellow Glazed Fleur-de-lis Art Pottery Vase

By Burmantofts Pottery

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A stylish and rare Burmantofts Faience art pottery vase decorated with a fleur-de-lis design in ox blood red glazes over a yellow ground and dating from around 1890. The earthenware ...

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1890s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Eliza Simmance Doulton Lambeth Floral Design Art Pottery Vase
Eliza Simmance Doulton Lambeth Floral Design Art Pottery Vase

Eliza Simmance Doulton Lambeth Floral Design Art Pottery Vase

By Doulton Lambeth

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A stylish Doulton Lambeth Aesthetic Movement art pottery vase decorated with flowering stems by acclaimed and sought after artist Eliza Simmance and dated 1884. The stoneware vase is...

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1880s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

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.