Modern Decorative Objects
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Brass Nautilus Sea Shell Animal Sculpture, Wine Cooler, Vase, Planter
By Atelier Paris
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stylish modernist polished brass animal sculpture is an ultra-chic decorative piece. Use it as a wine cooler or bottler holder, this bar accessory boasts a whimsical sculptural ...
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Brass
Moor Head Special Edition 2024, Vase, Handmade in Italy, Bespoke. Eye Strip Gold
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The creator of the “Sicilian state of mind” collection searches for objects from the past
that convey emotions linked to memory.
She selects, re-sews, removes paint and repaints, dis...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay, Terracotta
Fig Leaf Marble Platter by Kunaal Kyhaan
Located in Pune, IN
The fig leaf marble platter dates its origins in hindu mythology. Lord krishna played his flute under the fig tree to attract beautiful temple dancers. Hoping to feast with the hands...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
Moor Head Special Edition 2024, Vase, Handmade in Italy, Bespoke. Light Pink
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The creator of the “Sicilian state of mind” collection searches for objects from the past
that convey emotions linked to memory.
She selects, re-sews, removes paint and repaints, dis...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay, Terracotta
Contemporary Ceramic Art Sculpture Wound by Yulia Batyrova and Marat Mukhametov
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Yulia Batyrova started working with ceramics five years ago. From the very beginning, she was keen on experimenting with form, materials and graphics in search of her own style. Sinc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Concrete, Metal
Rhinosaurio- Fiber Gradient by kunaal Kyhaan
Located in Pune, IN
Rhinosaurio Fiber Gradient is the collection of sculptures that are inspired by Indian mythology and by exotic animals that are indigenous to India. Each animal is hand sculpted and ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Fiberglass
KOYcito- Fiber by kunaal Kyhaan
Located in Pune, IN
The KOYcito- Fiber by Inspired by ancient Asian Philosophy, in which the Koi fish symbolizes perseverance and good luck, this handcrafted marble sculpture makes a great paperweight o...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Fiberglass
Turtle- Marble by kunaal Kyhaan
Located in Pune, IN
A Turtle- Marble collection of sculptures that are inspired by indian mythology and by exotic animals that are indigenous to india. Each animal is hand sculpted and reinterpreted int...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
Moor Head Special Edition 2024, Vase, Handmade in Italy, Bespoke. Gold X
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The creator of the “Sicilian state of mind” collection searches for objects from the past
that convey emotions linked to memory.
She selects, re-sews, removes paint and repaints, dis...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay, Terracotta
Contemporary Ceramic Art Sculpture Direct Hit by Yulia Batyrova Marat Mukhametov
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Yulia Batyrova started working with ceramics five years ago. From the very beginning, she was keen on experimenting with form, materials and graphics in search of her own style. Sinc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Concrete, Metal
Salvador Dali Contemporary Portlligat Wood Sculpture Sunbed with Cushion
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Design by Salvador Dalí, 1903
Manufactured by BD Barcelona
Solid Iroko wooden structure with polyamide wheels. Optional upholstered cushion with water repellent foam and material...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Sculpture Vase Vessel Solid Rare Pure White Onyx Hand Carved in Italy Wavy Shape
Located in Ancona, Marche
Important sculptural vase carved by hand from a solid block of pure white onyx. The vase is hand sculpted, starting from a large block of white onyx which has been carefully selected...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone, Marble, Onyx
Moor Head Special Edition 2024, Vase, Handmade in Italy, Bespoke. Gold Thunder
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The creator of the “Sicilian state of mind” collection searches for objects from the past
that convey emotions linked to memory.
She selects, re-sews, removes paint and repaints, dis...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay, Terracotta
Contemporary Ceramic Sculpture Hands in Blood by Yulia Batyrova Marat Mukhametov
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Yulia Batyrova started working with ceramics five years ago. From the very beginning, she was keen on experimenting with form, materials and graphics in search of her own style. Sinc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Concrete, Metal
Salvador Dali Contemporary Portlligat Wood Sculpture Sunbed
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Introducing a one-of-a-kind wooden sculpture by renowned artist Salvador Dali. The Salvador Dali Contemporary Portlligat wood sculpture sunbed is a unique and exclusive piece that is...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Mario Bellini Shanghai Gold Vase for Kartell
By Kartell, Mario Bellini
Located in Miami, FL
Gold Shanghai vase designed by Mario Bellini for Kartell.
A multi-faceted vase widening from the base to the top in a swirling motion. Shanghai is like ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Plastic
Limited Edition Salvador Dali Armchair, "Invisible Personage"
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Indulge in a rare opportunity to own a piece of art history with this Limited Edition Salvador Dali Armchair, featuring the artist's iconic "Invisible Personage" design. One of only ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Lacquer
"Clarita" Art Glass Sculpture, circa 1984
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"Clarita" Art Glass Sculpture,
circa 1984, unsigned
In the style of Timo Sarpaneva
light scratches on the top and bottom
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Large Ceramic Vase by Ivo de Santis for Gli Utruschi , 1970's
Located in New York, NY
Large decorative Modernist ceramic vase designed by Ivo de Santis for Gli Utruschi.
Earthen tones with colorful accents and lines with ribbed neck details.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
French Modern Large Mosaic Vase
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful French modern large 32" colorful mosaic vase. The vase features different color tiling encircling its circumference giving it a distinctive charm.
Category
2010s French Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
90s bottle, Barbini Murano style
By Barbini
Located in Felino, IT
1 bottle 1990s, Barbini Murano. large bottle/vase, Murano glass, silicon-treated. bottle is heavy solid glass. silicon treatment is on the surface. in the bottom you can see the chro...
Category
1990s European Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Rita Frascione Firenze Gilt Brass and Stone Marquetry Picture Frame, 1980s
By Studio Italia Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
A lovely gilded brass and stone picture photo frame designed by Italian designer Rita Frascione, Firenze, in the 1980s.
The photo frame features a gilded metal framing with stone ma...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone, Travertine, Marble, Metal, Brass
Gaetano Pesce "Half Ball Medium" Bowl, Del Pesce Edition for Meritalia, 2000's
Located in Brescia , Brescia
Discover the captivating allure of Gaetano Pesce's "Half Ball Medium" Bowl, a remarkable piece from the Del Pesce Edition for Meritalia, dating back to the 2000s. Crafted with metic...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Resin, Plastic
Studio Stoneware Planters Bob Kinzie
By Bob Kinzie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome pair of 'Affiliated Craftsman' California design planters.
Wheel thrown natural clay on the outside with hand tooled pattern design, and glazed on the inside.
No drain holes...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Sergio Bustamante Brass Snail Sculpture Mexico Mid Century Modern 1970s
Located in Troy, MI
Sergio Bustamante rare snail sculpture Mexico 1970s
Hollow form brass welded construction with great detail and character
Unmarked
19 inch width
9 inch depth
10 inch height
Category
1970s Mexican Vintage Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Pretty English Modern Sterling Silver Vase, 1937
Located in New York, NY
Pretty English Modern sterling silver vase, 1937. Straight and tapering sides with curved bottom; overhanging mouth has wavy curvilinear rim with applied reeding. Stepped and domed f...
Category
1930s British Vintage Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver
Salvador Dali Surrealist Leda Armchair Sculpture Black Label Limited Edition
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Leda armchair designed by Dali manufactured by BD.
All pieces of ironwork in this collection are made of brass. The black label Leda collection has an artisanal application of a spe...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Hannah Hansdotter “Stucco Print” Blue/White Opac Hand Blown Glass Vase, 2017
By Hannah Hansdotter
Located in Stockholm, SE
The Swedish artist's Hannah Hansdotter was born in 1984 and has emerged as one of our most interesting glass artists of today. She is based in her studios in Kosta and Boda and has p...
Category
2010s Swedish Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
After Alberto Giacometti Sculpture "The Walking Man" 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
After Alberto Giacometti Sculpture
"The Walking Man"
Italy
Height 80cm
good condition
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Plaster
Seguso Murano Glass Vase
By Seguso
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Seguso Murano vase with a turquoise and white patterns. Vase measures 15.25" high and 5.75" diameter at base and 4.25" diameter at top.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Jaeger LeCoultre, Bicolor Atmos Clock, Silver and Gold, Manufactured 1978
Located in Greven, DE
Jaeger LeCoultre - Atmos clock in silver-gold bicolour version
Switzerland
Nickel-plated and gold-plated brass
Year of manufacture 1978
Dimensions: H x W x D: 22 x 18 x 13.5 cm
De...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Swedish glass artist. Large sculpture in art glass. Yellow and amber decoration.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Swedish glass artist. Large sculpture in art glass.
Yellow and amber decoration on a square base in clear glass. Mouth-blown.
Perfect condition.
Late 20th century.
Dimensions: H 33.0...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Pair of Murano glass dishes as centrepieces, Italy Late 20th century
Located in New York, NY
Pair of shallow glass dishes made of tricoloured Murano glass in an oval shape with a slightly curled end. The center boasts an opaque white surface, encircled by clear glass and fra...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Blue Ball Glass Vase by Birgitta Watz for Lindshammar, 1995
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rocking globe-shaped cobalt blue glass vase designed by Birgitta Watz in 1995 and manufactured by Lindshammar in Sweden. Standing on a plane surface th...
Category
1990s Swedish Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Thick Clear Lucite Interlocking Hearts Sculpture by Miami Artist Michael Gitter
Located in Miami, FL
Thick Clear Lucite Interlocking Hearts Sculpture by Miami Artist Michael Gitter
Offered for sale is a thick clear lucite interlocking hearts sculpture by Miami based artist Michael ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Lucite
Silver Iridescent Bamboo Style 8 x 10 Picture Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A handsome frame for your 8x10 photos. The frame is made of an iridescent, almost abalone style material and lends itself to a silver gray material. A very attractive piece with a ...
Category
20th Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Maelstrom limited edition contemporary bronze resin sculpture by David Tragen
By David Tragen
Located in Manchester, GB
This limited edition of twelve wall mounted bronze sculptures is inspired by a fascinating natural phenomenon. In a maelstrom, hidden forces are in play in an alluring dance choreogr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Set of 4 Candle Holders. From The Tempera series
By WKND Lab
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Set of 4 Candle Holders, 2023
From The Tempera series
Material: Duck egg yolk, binder
Overall size: 17.6 W x 9.2 D x 14 H (cm)
Individual Dimensions: 8.8 W x 9.2 D x 7 H (cm)
Weight...
Category
2010s North Korean Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Eggshell
Set of 2 Candle Holders. From The Tempera series
By WKND Lab
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Set of 2 Candle Holders, 2023
From The Tempera series
Material: Duck egg yolk, binder
Overall size: 17.6 W x 9.2 D x 7 H (cm)
Individual Dimensions: 8.8 W x 9.2 D x 7 H (cm)
Weight:...
Category
2010s North Korean Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Eggshell
Contemporary Ceramic Art Sculpture Gazela by Yulia Batyrova & Marat Mukhametov
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Yulia Batyrova started working with ceramics five years ago. From the very beginning, she was keen on experimenting with form, materials and graphics in search of her own style. Sinc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Concrete, Metal
Egidio Broggi Milano, Oversized Silver Plate Swirled Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fantastic silverplate-lidded decorative box created by Italian designer Egidio Broggi, Milano. This impressive box features an oversized round shape with a swirled design like a gi...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Modernist African Inspired German Hand-Crafted Stone Sculpture with Marble Base
By Henry Moore, Constantin Brancusi 2
Located in North Miami, FL
Modernist african inspired german hand-crafted stone sculpture with marble base
By: Henry Moore (in the style of), Constantin Brancusi 2 (in the style of)
Material: stone, marble
Te...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble, Stone
Marc Lalique, France. Colossal and impressive "Haiti" art glass bowl.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Marc Lalique, France.
Colossal and impressive "Haiti" art glass bowl in clear crystal with inclusions of electric blue. Rare model.
1950.
Signed Lalique France. Signature on the bot...
Category
1950s French Vintage Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Steel Vase IV by Duzi Objects
Located in DARLINGTON, WA
Stunning Steel Vase IV by Duzi Objects
Perth-based steel sculpture artist Douglas Powell of Duzi Objects delves into the realms of fluidity, movement, and three-dimensional shapes ...
Category
2010s Australian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel
Silvio Coppola Polished Stainless Steel Lobo Fruit Bowl for Alessi, 1990s
By Alessi, Silvio Coppola
Located in Miami, FL
Silvio Coppola Polished Stainless Steel Lobo Fruit Bowl for Alessi, 1990s
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel
Moor Head Special Edition 2024, Vase, Handmade in Italy, Bespoke. Gold Strip
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The creator of the “Sicilian state of mind” collection searches for objects from the past
that convey emotions linked to memory.
She selects, re-sews, removes paint and repaints, dis...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay, Terracotta
Moser Crystal Dog Sculpture
By Moser
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Moser amber color crystal sculpture of a relax dog with its tail up. Below the base is signed Moser.
Category
20th Century Czech Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Walt Disney, Mickey Mouse Cookie Jar
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Walt Disney, Mickey Mouse Head Cookie Jar. It depicts a hand painted glazed ceramic cookie jar shaped as Mickey Mouse head. He is wearing a yellow hat with a band that have...
Category
20th Century Mexican Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Moor Head Special Edition 2024, Vase, Handmade in Italy, Bespoke. Emerald
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The creator of the “Sicilian state of mind” collection searches for objects from the past
that convey emotions linked to memory.
She selects, re-sews, removes paint and repaints, dis...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay, Terracotta
21st Century Unique Sculptural Lamp Lady Red by Fantôme
By Fantome
Located in Paris, FR
21st Century unique sculptural lamp Lady Red by Fantôme
Patinated oxidized copper;
Gold tilting reflector
Removable cabochon for a golden or red colour
h. 37.4’’ x ø 13.8’’
One-off...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Zinc
Bronze Triple Tray, Signed Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
Bronze Triple Tray - Signed Arno Declercq
Measures: 30 cm L x 28 cm W x 19 cm H (11.8” L x 11” W x 7.5” H)
Material: bronze
Signed by Arno Declercq
--Arno Declercq--
Belgian designe...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Moor Head Special Edition 2024, Vase, Handmade in Italy, Bespoke. Gold X
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The creator of the “Sicilian state of mind” collection searches for objects from the past
that convey emotions linked to memory.
She selects, re-sews, removes paint and repaints, dis...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay, Terracotta
Moor Head Special Edition 2024, Vase, Handmade in Italy, Bespoke. Tone on Tone
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The creator of the “Sicilian state of mind” collection searches for objects from the past
that convey emotions linked to memory.
She selects, re-sews, removes paint and repaints, dis...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay, Terracotta
Moor Head Special Edition 2024, Vase, Handmade in Italy, Bespoke. Golden Eye
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The creator of the “Sicilian state of mind” collection searches for objects from the past
that convey emotions linked to memory.
She selects, re-sews, removes paint and repaints, dis...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay, Terracotta
Moor Head Special Edition 2024, Vase, Handmade in Italy, Bespoke. Golden STAR
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The creator of the “Sicilian state of mind” collection searches for objects from the past
that convey emotions linked to memory.
She selects, re-sews, removes paint and repaints, dis...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay, Terracotta
Maelstrom limited edition contemporary bronze sculpture by artist, David Tragen
By David Tragen
Located in Manchester, GB
This limited edition of twelve wall mounted bronze sculptures is inspired by a fascinating natural phenomenon. In a maelstrom, hidden forces are in play in an alluring dance choreogr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Cosmos Candle Holders by Kunaal Kyhaan
Located in Pune, IN
The Candle holders are perfect accessories to add to ambient lighting. They come in 2 sizes and a variation of Indian marbles including a dusty rose and a striking graphic monochrome...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
Hazorfim Sterling Silver 925 Floral Bowl
By Hazorfim
Located in Countryside, IL
Hazorfim Sterling Silver .925 Floral Bowl
This floral bowl measures: 7.5 wide x 7.5 deep x 5.25 inches high
We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much detai...
Category
Early 2000s Israeli Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver
Modern decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.
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