Defying design conventions and embracing all tastes, Bohemian style, or Boho style, is eclectic, bold and, above all, individual. Vintage Bohemian-style furniture and decor feature bright colors, natural materials and a global spirit, ranging from statement pieces such as peacock chairs constructed with wicker and handmade art-glass vases to jewel-toned plush seating like turquoise sofas.
Although Bohemian furniture is not rooted in a specific time and can include Victorian lamps alongside Space Age chairs, its name dates back to the 19th century. Its exact origins are unclear, with some sources linking it to a counterculture formed in the wake of the French Revolution and others to a pejorative for the Romani people in France who were erroneously believed to be from Bohemia, which was part of what is now the Czech Republic.
By the 1850s, “bohemian” was used to describe someone who led an itinerant life, usually an artist, actor or author. This helped shift the term from disparaging to something romantic and evoking creativity, culture and travel. In the 20th century, to be a bohemian was fashionable, and the celebration of free expression in the 1960s gave the Bohemian style a hippie flair. It has remained popular over the years, especially with younger generations seeking to express their personality and individual perspective through furniture, folk art, antiques and other collectibles.
A Bohemian interior exuberantly mixes textures and patterns, particularly through textiles from around the world in tapestries, rugs and upholstery. Bohemian decor can include Japanese shibori, Indonesian ikat and Kazakhstani suzani prints mingling with Moroccan lanterns, Turkish carpets and wall hangings from India. Saturated earthy colors like burnt orange and marigold yellow are common to bring together the mix of vintage, modern and global design.
Find a collection of vintage Bohemian tables, mirrors, rugs and carpets, decorative objects and more furniture on 1stDibs.
Vintage Boho Studio Pottery Pitcher
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Introduce a touch of nostalgia with the "Vintage Studio Pottery Pitcher." This charming piece combines practicality with rustic charm, perfect for adding a quaint farmhouse vibe to y...
Pottery
Vintage Boho Wiggles Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fantastic vintage hand thrown navy pottery vase. Beautiful wiggle lines reveal a bright blue line. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Pottery
Vintage Boho Signed Studio Pottery Mustard Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fabulous vintage signed studio pottery vase. Beautiful textured finish in a chic mustard gold. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Pottery
Vintage Boho Hand Carved Sculpture of Man
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Boho sculpture of man. Hand carved with beautiful wood grain detail. Done by the artist Michael S. Wilson. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Wood
Vintage Boho Abstract Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The most incredible vintage Boho studio pottery vase. A chic Abstract composition with lots of gnarly twists and turns. A combo of matte and glazed finishes. Signed on the bottom. Ac...
Pottery
Vintage Boho Signed Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional vintage Boho signed studio pottery vase. A chic hand painted piece with beautiful colors. Signed on the bottom. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate
Pottery
Vintage Boho Signed Geometric Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Boho studio pottery vase. A chic geometric design in a combo matte and gloss finish. Signed by the artist. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Pottery
Late 20th Century Vintage Boho Sylvain Subblet Signed Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional vintage Boho studio pottery vase. A rare piece from Sylvain Subblet. Beautiful dark and moody colors in a glazed ceramic finish. Signed on the bottom. Acquired from a ...
Pottery
Vintage Boho Patinated Steel Sculpture of Cloaked Woman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic vintage Boho steel sculpture. A beautiful female figure in a hooded cloak. An all over patina from time. Signed by the artist. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Steel
Vintage Boho Signed Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Boho studio pottery vase. A chic hand made vessel in a graphic flower shape. Signed by the artist. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate
Pottery
Vintage Boho Signed Geometric Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Boho studio pottery vase. A chic little Geometric design in a pale pink matte finish. Signed on the bottom. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Pottery
Vintage Boho Studio Pottery Tri-Tube Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic vintage Studio pottery vase. A chic tri tube design with beautiful deep richly colored glazed finish. Incredible attention to details. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Vintage Boho Studio Pottery Loser Bowl Signed C. Heck
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic vintage Boho Studio pottery bowl. A chic biomorphic design with the artist signature Loser logo. Signed on the bottom. Acquired from a Palm Beach collector.
Pottery
Late 20th Century Vintage Boho Slab Built Studio Pottery Plate
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning vintage Boho studio pottery plate. A chic slab built piece in pale neutral colors. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate
Pottery