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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
Pair of Handblown Aesthetic Movement Hand-Painted Rose Pink Crystal Vases
Pair of Handblown Aesthetic Movement Hand-Painted Rose Pink Crystal Vases

Pair of Handblown Aesthetic Movement Hand-Painted Rose Pink Crystal Vases

By Bohemia

Located in Great Barrington, MA

This is a well matched pair of Bohemian or French handblown vases shading from a subtle pale rose to a slightly darker shade as it reaches the top rim. They are decorated with an Aes...

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19th Century German Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Crystal

Micro Mosaic Pen Holder, Enamel, Aesthetic Movement, Morocco, 1970
Micro Mosaic Pen Holder, Enamel, Aesthetic Movement, Morocco, 1970

Micro Mosaic Pen Holder, Enamel, Aesthetic Movement, Morocco, 1970

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Micro mosaic Moorish pen holder: simply beautiful ! Elegant sitting on Your desk. It must not remain near heat sources because the mosaic could be damag...

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Late 20th Century Moroccan Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Enamel

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

Materials

Bronze

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

Materials

Stoneware

Majolica Aqua Parakeets Jardinière Sarreguemines, circa 1880
Majolica Aqua Parakeets Jardinière Sarreguemines, circa 1880

Majolica Aqua Parakeets Jardinière Sarreguemines, circa 1880

By Sarreguemines

Located in Austin, TX

Majolica Parakeets jardinière planter signed Sarreguemines, circa 1880. Model 7122. Jardinière / Height 6.", length 10" on 6".

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1880s European Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

James Hadley Royal Worcester Blush Ivory Farmworker Figures
James Hadley Royal Worcester Blush Ivory Farmworker Figures

James Hadley Royal Worcester Blush Ivory Farmworker Figures

By James Hadley

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

An exceptional pair English aesthetic movement porcelain pair of figurines portraying a farmhand and his belle by renowned potter and artist James Hadley (British, 1837-1903) dated 1...

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1890s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

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

Materials

Earthenware

Eliza Simmance Doulton Lambeth Medieval Portrait Art Pottery Vase
Eliza Simmance Doulton Lambeth Medieval Portrait Art Pottery Vase

Eliza Simmance Doulton Lambeth Medieval Portrait Art Pottery Vase

By Doulton Lambeth

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

An unusual Doulton Lambeth Aesthetic Movement art pottery vase decorated with medieval portraits of a king and queen by acclaimed and sought after artist Eliza Simmance and dated 187...

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1870s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Longpark Torquay Pair Large Three Handled Pheasant Art Pottery Vases
Longpark Torquay Pair Large Three Handled Pheasant Art Pottery Vases

Longpark Torquay Pair Large Three Handled Pheasant Art Pottery Vases

By Torquay Factory

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A large and impressive pair English Torquay art pottery three handled vases decorated with pheasants by Longpark pottery and dating from the late 19th or early 20th century. Establi...

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Late 19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

1885 Rookwood Aesthetic Movement High Victorian Perfume Bottle form # 61
1885 Rookwood Aesthetic Movement High Victorian Perfume Bottle form # 61

1885 Rookwood Aesthetic Movement High Victorian Perfume Bottle form # 61

By Rookwood Pottery Co.

Located in Mobile, AL

Rookwood pottery was established based upon Arts and Crafts ideals positing the celebration and elevation of pottery as an art form. Both professional and amateur decorators and potters were instrumental in the success of what became an art industry and the nations first Internationally recognized art pottery. It is marked 1885, 61 and W. Rookwood's font, Form # 61 and the use of W to indicate white clay are well known to Rookwood collectors and have been identified in most publications concerning the pottery dating back to Peck's books. Sometimes we just can't figure out who decorated them. Many of the decorators were married society ladies and some used their spouse's initials or names on pots. I have been unable to identify what appears to be M AED in under-glaze initials. Nor does the pencil notation which appears M.E. Foster (or Foote) turn up in my review of the literature, including The Ladies God Bless 'em. The quality of the decoration is high and represents the interest in Japonisme and Aesthetic Movement art. The four cobalt lined vertical panels recall vertical Japanese woodblock prints and the gold tracery and rim is surprisingly present with only modest wear to the high points and minor bleed through of the under-glaze around the lip. (shown). It is important to note that unless or until the decorator is identified, it is impossible to assert that the decoration is by a Rookwood artist. Many amateur ladies and gentlemen, particularly members of the Cincinnati Pottery...

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1880s American Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Aime Jules Dalou French Gilt Bronze Figure of a Resting Worker
Aime Jules Dalou French Gilt Bronze Figure of a Resting Worker

Aime Jules Dalou French Gilt Bronze Figure of a Resting Worker

By Aimé-Jules Dalou

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A stunning French Gilt bronze figure of a resting worker by renowned sculptor Aime Jules Dalou (French, 1838-1902) and probably dating from the latter 19th century. Paris born and ...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Oval Tray Painted by Theodor Phillipsen (1840-1920), Denmark C.1870.
Oval Tray Painted by Theodor Phillipsen (1840-1920), Denmark C.1870.

Oval Tray Painted by Theodor Phillipsen (1840-1920), Denmark C.1870.

Located in Valby, 84

Oval Tray Painted by Theodor Philipsen (1840–1920), Denmark, ca. 1870s. Tray in a oval form in black lacquered metal with gilt line border, the interior painted by the artist in oil...

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1870s Danish Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

"Festgesang" Royal Vienna Porcelain Vase
"Festgesang" Royal Vienna Porcelain Vase

"Festgesang" Royal Vienna Porcelain Vase

By Royal Vienna Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Antique Royal Vienna hand painted "Harp Player" porcelain vase with enamel paint and golden stucco patterns throughout the vase. Base color is an a beautif...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

A rare Aesthetic Movement ebonized polychrome painted humidor with floral decor
A rare Aesthetic Movement ebonized polychrome painted humidor with floral decor

A rare Aesthetic Movement ebonized polychrome painted humidor with floral decor

Located in London, GB

A rare Aesthetic Movement ebonized polychrome painted Humidor with a shaped display plinth to the top, surrounded with a turned gallery, and an upper compartmented drawer hand painte...

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1870s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Walnut

Jérôme Massier Purple and Yellow Bearded Iris Vase Vallauris France, 1860-1880
Jérôme Massier Purple and Yellow Bearded Iris Vase Vallauris France, 1860-1880

Jérôme Massier Purple and Yellow Bearded Iris Vase Vallauris France, 1860-1880

By Jerome Massier Fils

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A late 19th century French majolica glazed earthenware tall vase modeled as a Bearded Iris. Three purple and yellow cascading petals surround the head of the Iris. The footing is mol...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

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

Minton English Majolica Yellow Trinket Basket Vide-Poche
Minton English Majolica Yellow Trinket Basket Vide-Poche

Minton English Majolica Yellow Trinket Basket Vide-Poche

By Minton

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A Super-Scarce English majolica glazed trinket basket, attributed to Minton, circa 1880s. With amazing color and texture, the delicate little earthenware basket is glazed in a deep...

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Late 19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

c. 1880-1900 American Brilliant Period Cut Glass Butter Tub
c. 1880-1900 American Brilliant Period Cut Glass Butter Tub

c. 1880-1900 American Brilliant Period Cut Glass Butter Tub

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1880-1900 American brilliant period cut glass butter tub. One point partial loss. 5.5" x 5 1/8" x 3 5/8" h.

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Late 19th Century American Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Cut Glass

Pair of 19th Century Exoticism Candlesticks
Pair of 19th Century Exoticism Candlesticks

Pair of 19th Century Exoticism Candlesticks

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

A striking pair of polished bronze elephant candlesticks that beautifully capture the 19th-century fascination with exoticism while maintaining a timelessly modern aesthetic. These p...

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1880s Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Stevens & Williams Aesthetic Movement Jewel Pattern Glass Bowl
Stevens & Williams Aesthetic Movement Jewel Pattern Glass Bowl

Stevens & Williams Aesthetic Movement Jewel Pattern Glass Bowl

By Stevens & Williams

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A fine quality aesthetic movement English glass bowl decorated in a Jewel pattern by renowned Stourbridge glass makers Stevens & Williams and dated 1886. The crystal glass bowl is of...

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1880s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Sterling Silver " Lilly of the Valley " Bon Bon Dish by Whiting Division
Sterling Silver " Lilly of the Valley " Bon Bon Dish by Whiting Division

Sterling Silver " Lilly of the Valley " Bon Bon Dish by Whiting Division

By Whiting Manufacturing Company

Located in Huntington, NY

Sterling Silver " Lilly of the Valley " Bon Bon Dish by Whiting Division Whiting had small production but produced exceptional handmade silverware in relatively small quantities. This Company's most important designer was Charles Osborne...

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Early 20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Sterling Silver

19th C French Ormolu, Onyx Champleve Enamel Bud Vase with Applied Bee
19th C French Ormolu, Onyx Champleve Enamel Bud Vase with Applied Bee

19th C French Ormolu, Onyx Champleve Enamel Bud Vase with Applied Bee

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

French Champlevé Enamel, Onyx & Ormolu Bud Vase with Applied Bee, Circa 1880 A rare and exquisitely detailed French champlevé enamel bud vase, dating to the late 19th century and in...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Onyx, Ormolu

Copeland Porcelain Cat and Cream Churn Vase
Copeland Porcelain Cat and Cream Churn Vase

Copeland Porcelain Cat and Cream Churn Vase

By Coalport Porcelain

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A delightful and scare antique English porcelain vase modelled as a cat looking into a cream or milk churn made by renowned makers Copeland and dating from the 19th century. The vase...

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19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

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 / 4 inches , D / 3.5 inches.

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1870s French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Pair of French Aesthetic Movement Enameled Bird Motif Black & Gold Vases
Pair of French Aesthetic Movement Enameled Bird Motif Black & Gold Vases

Pair of French Aesthetic Movement Enameled Bird Motif Black & Gold Vases

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of French Aesthetic movement enameled bird motif black & gold vases, each one with twin applied handles, colorful decoration on both sides, raised on a 4"diameter base Provenan...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Pottery

Early 20thC Aesthetic French Jardinière
Early 20thC Aesthetic French Jardinière

Early 20thC Aesthetic French Jardinière

Located in Altrincham, GB

Early 20thC Aesthetic French Jardinière with Foliate Banding - 9" diam x 7"h

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Early 20th Century French Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Cut Crystal & Silver Plate Inkwell Signed Cross
Art Deco Cut Crystal & Silver Plate Inkwell Signed Cross

Art Deco Cut Crystal & Silver Plate Inkwell Signed Cross

Located in New York, NY

Add a touch of historical elegance to your desk with this Art Deco Cut Crystal & Silver Plate Inkwell, signed by Cross, England, from the early 20th century. This exquisite inkwell e...

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Early 1900s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Lovely Pair of Sterling Silver Swedish Aesthetic-Movement-Style Candlesticks
Lovely Pair of Sterling Silver Swedish Aesthetic-Movement-Style Candlesticks

Lovely Pair of Sterling Silver Swedish Aesthetic-Movement-Style Candlesticks

By Mema

Located in New York, NY

Lovely pair of sterling silver, Aesthetic-Movement-Style candlesticks, Sweden, Ca. 1970's, Mema - maker. Each candlestick measures 6 1/2 inches high x 3 1/4 inches diameter across it...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Sterling Silver

French 19th Century Life-Size Bronze "La Danse des Oeufs" by Gustave-Louis Nast
French 19th Century Life-Size Bronze "La Danse des Oeufs" by Gustave-Louis Nast

French 19th Century Life-Size Bronze "La Danse des Oeufs" by Gustave-Louis Nast

By Gustave-Louis Nast 1

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A fine and large French 19th century Orientalist style life-size patinated and parcel-gilt bronze sculpture of "La Danse des Oeufs" (The Dance of Golden Eggs) also known as "La Danse...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze

19th Century Brass Inlaid Walnut Box
19th Century Brass Inlaid Walnut Box

19th Century Brass Inlaid Walnut Box

Located in Houston, TX

19th century Brass inlaid walnut box. This stunning decorative box or jewelry box has beautiful brass inlay and trim with the original tufted satin interior.

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1890s European Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Walnut

Artistic Double Gourd Form Raku Pottery Vase
Artistic Double Gourd Form Raku Pottery Vase

Artistic Double Gourd Form Raku Pottery Vase

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

Artistic Double Gourd form Raku pottery vase, unglazed diagonal ribbon exposing black clay body thickly applied grey crackled glaze pooling at the bo...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Circa 1900 Japanese Bronze Champleve Enamel Large Vase
Circa 1900 Japanese Bronze Champleve Enamel Large Vase

Circa 1900 Japanese Bronze Champleve Enamel Large Vase

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Circa !900 Japanese Large well shaped bronze champleve enameled vase.. Six paneled sides with Asian themed engravings on each panel.With two ringed handles. Original warm amber brow...

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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Early 20th Century, Kashmiri Paper Mache Candlestick
Early 20th Century, Kashmiri Paper Mache Candlestick

Early 20th Century, Kashmiri Paper Mache Candlestick

Located in Atlanta, GA

A finely executed Kashmiri papier-mâché candlestick, dating to the early 20th century, distinguished by its graceful barley twist shaft and richly enameled floral decoration. Standin...

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Early 20th Century Indian Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Paint, Paper

English Greenware Majolica Twig Handled Leaf Shaped Server or Vide-Poche
English Greenware Majolica Twig Handled Leaf Shaped Server or Vide-Poche

English Greenware Majolica Twig Handled Leaf Shaped Server or Vide-Poche

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A majolica green glazed leaf pattern server, England, circa 1880. A serrate edged leaf shaped platter with an open work twig form handle. Beautiful mold work showing smaller branc...

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Late 19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Aesthetic Gilt Metal Cockatoo & Turtle Figural Cachepot
Aesthetic Gilt Metal Cockatoo & Turtle Figural Cachepot

Aesthetic Gilt Metal Cockatoo & Turtle Figural Cachepot

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Aesthetic Gilt Metal Cockatoo & Turtle Figural Cachepot USa, circa 1900s Of large Size and scale, realistically cast and modeled of Cockatoo with in...

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Early 20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

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 / 2.7 inches , D / 2 inches.

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1870s French Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Conceptual Artist Assemblage “ Transgenerational Transfer Too””
Conceptual Artist Assemblage “ Transgenerational Transfer Too””

Conceptual Artist Assemblage “ Transgenerational Transfer Too””

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Conceptual Artist “ Transgenerational Transfer Too” assemblage of objects on wall shelves vitrine.

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Early 2000s American Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Shell, Porcelain, Glass, Acrylic, Wood

Antique Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Lenox Invitational Tennis Trophy Vase, 1886
Antique Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Lenox Invitational Tennis Trophy Vase, 1886

Antique Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Lenox Invitational Tennis Trophy Vase, 1886

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique sterling silver trophy for the Lenox Invitational Tennis tournamet. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. With a trumpet foot, a bulbous body, a flared neck, and fi...

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1880s American Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Sterling Silver

Large Antique Patinated Mercury Glass Madonna with Child
Large Antique Patinated Mercury Glass Madonna with Child

Large Antique Patinated Mercury Glass Madonna with Child

Located in Tilburg, NL

Antique patinated Mercury glass Madonna with child. Turn of the century / early 20th century. This is a wonderful and large mercury glass Madonna with child figurine...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Glass, Mercury Glass

Minton English Majolica Daisy and Trellis 2-Piece Jardinière on Stand circa 1875
Minton English Majolica Daisy and Trellis 2-Piece Jardinière on Stand circa 1875

Minton English Majolica Daisy and Trellis 2-Piece Jardinière on Stand circa 1875

By Minton

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An excellent quality Minton Majolica ‘Daisy and Trellis’ Jardinière on its stand, England, circa 1875. The jardinière shows a pattern of a climbing trellis against a maroon stippled...

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Late 19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

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

Lewis Foreman Day. Made by Howell and Sons. An Aesthetic Movement ebonized clock
Lewis Foreman Day. Made by Howell and Sons. An Aesthetic Movement ebonized clock

Lewis Foreman Day. Made by Howell and Sons. An Aesthetic Movement ebonized clock

By Lewis Foreman Day, Howard and Sons

Located in London, GB

An Aesthetic Movement ebonized clock with finely carved decoration, the clock movement is by Edwards and Sons with a pair carved devices below and a blue and white floral ceramic bor...

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1880s British Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Walnut

Antique Moser Crystal Cut Glass Engraved "Swimming Fish" Gold Vase
Antique Moser Crystal Cut Glass Engraved "Swimming Fish" Gold Vase

Antique Moser Crystal Cut Glass Engraved "Swimming Fish" Gold Vase

By Moser Glassworks

Located in Atlanta, GA

Immerse yourself in the opulence of fine glass artistry with this exquisite antique Moser crystal cut glass vase, intricately engraved with a "Swimming Fish" motif and adorned with l...

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20th Century German Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Gilt Bronze & Glass Tiffany Studios Inkwell ca. 1900
Gilt Bronze & Glass Tiffany Studios Inkwell ca. 1900

Gilt Bronze & Glass Tiffany Studios Inkwell ca. 1900

By Tiffany Studios

Located in Petaluma, CA

This very handsome gilt bronze and glass inkwell will make any desk look important. Signed, Tiffany Studios guarantees quality. The design is of the metalwork is striking and the g...

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Early 1900s American Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Bronze

A large, shallow ceramic vase from France 1970s
A large, shallow ceramic vase from France 1970s

A large, shallow ceramic vase from France 1970s

By Yves Mohy, Roger Capron, Virebent 1

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

A large, shallow ceramic vase from France, dating back to the 1970s, reminiscent of the work of Yves Mohy and the workshops of Virebent. It features abstract designs and exquisite en...

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1970s French Vintage Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Dr C Dresser Attri, Aesthetic Movement Walnut Coal Scuttle with Stylized Mounts
Dr C Dresser Attri, Aesthetic Movement Walnut Coal Scuttle with Stylized Mounts

Dr C Dresser Attri, Aesthetic Movement Walnut Coal Scuttle with Stylized Mounts

By Christopher Dresser, Benham & Froud

Located in London, GB

Dr. C Dresser attributed. Made by Benham and Froud. An Aesthetic movement walnut coal scuttle with applied chrome-plated stylized carry handle and foliate decorative mounts and a side holster to hold a coal shovel.

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Late 19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Chrome

George Jones Palissy English Majolica Lobster Pâté Basketweave Covered Tureen
George Jones Palissy English Majolica Lobster Pâté Basketweave Covered Tureen

George Jones Palissy English Majolica Lobster Pâté Basketweave Covered Tureen

By George Jones

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A majolica Lobster covered pâté tureen by George Jones, Stoke-on-Trent, England, circa 1870. A scarce and highly desirable piece with collectors, a Palissy style oval basketweave ...

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19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Vase terracotta
Vase terracotta

Vase terracotta

Located in Nice, FR

Black earthenware object, a three-legged bowl, also called a tripod, with a traditional aesthetic. It is a circular bowl with three conical feet, which gives it increased stability. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Wardle English Majolica Glazed Hand Holding Corn Spill or Posy Vase
Wardle English Majolica Glazed Hand Holding Corn Spill or Posy Vase

Wardle English Majolica Glazed Hand Holding Corn Spill or Posy Vase

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A Majolica glazed spill vase from the Staffordshire pottery region of England, attributed to Wardle & Co. circa 1860. The vase is molded as a woman’s hand holding an upright ear of...

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19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Howell and James, A small Aesthetic Movement walnut mantle clock
Howell and James, A small Aesthetic Movement walnut mantle clock

Howell and James, A small Aesthetic Movement walnut mantle clock

By Howell & James Ltd

Located in London, GB

Howell and James in the style of Lewis Foreman Day. A small Aesthetic Movement walnut mantle clock with brass finials and brass feet, a pierced gallery to the top centred with a fan ...

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1880s British Antique Aesthetic Movement Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

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.