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.
Antique Ombré Pink Scalloped Art Glass Candy or Ice Cream Dishes, Set of 11
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of 11 pink scalloped glass candy dishes or ice cream bowls. With round bottoms and ombré pink sides, this lovely set of dishes will bring a pop o...
Glass
$199Sale Price / set|70% Off
Set of 3 Vintage Brass Pestle & Mortars, Czechoslovakia, Circa 1940s
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful set of three vintage pestles & mortars in a solid brass finish. All three produced in Czechoslovakia in 1940s as a kitchen wear for spices and...
Brass
Vintage Boho Apothecary Wrought Iron Mortar and Pestle - Set of 5
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Incredible set of 5 Boho mortar and pestles. Beautiful wrought iron vessels from back it the days of your corner Apothecary. A range of sizes and designs. Acquired from a NYC estate....
Wrought Iron
Pyramidal Smoking Set, Germany, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Pyramidal smoking set is an original decorative object realized in Germany in the 1970s. A unique object composed by four ashtrays and a lighter. Table lighter vintage plastic ...
Metal
Vintage Apothecary Mortar and Pestle by Coors
Located in San Diego, CA
Porcelain mortar and pestle. Great for cooks or as an accent piece. Heavy duty. By Coors USA.
Porcelain, Wood
Handmade Nutcracker Pestle in Satin White Carrara Marble
By Fiammetta V.
Located in Carrara, IT
Nutcracker pestle in satin white Carrara marble. Each piece is in a way unique (since each marble block is different in veins and shades) and handcrafted in Italy. Slight variations...
Marble
Italian Murano Art Glass Candy, Set of 6
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous set of six (6) Italian Murano art glass candy pieces, red, gold, blue, circa mid to late 20th century, Italy. Beautiful Murano candies hand-crafted with texture and detail as shown in images and video. Colors include red, blue, light blue, cobalt blue, gold leaf, deep red with touch for yellow and green. Excellent condition as shown in images and video. No chips noted. Dimensions: 1.5" x 2.75" (largest.) Small white Murano bowl...
Murano Glass
Italian Murano Art Glass Fruit
By Alfredo Barbini, Archimede Seguso
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful set of five (5) Italian Murano art glass fruit, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Dimensions: 1. Lemon: 2.63" x 3" x 4.25" H 2. Orange: 3" ...
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
19th Century Bronze Apothecary Mortar & Pestle, Circa 1800
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The cup shaped cast body decorated with incised ring-turned detail, rising from a waisted & stepped circular foot, together with its original pestle. Combined weight, 3.75 lbs.
Bronze
$459
H 3.94 in W 4.34 in D 3.94 in
Antique Brass Mortar and Pestle, Austria-Hungary, Circa 1890, Historicism
Located in Praha, CZ
Antique solid brass mortar and pestle manufactured in Austria-Hungary around 1890 in the Historicism period. Originally used in pharmacies and apothecaries for grinding herbs and med...
Brass
$60Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 5.5 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in
Rare Dorothy Thorpe Silver Rim Wine Glasses, Set of 4
Located in Wilton, CT
Rare Dorothy Thorpe silver rim wine glass.
Silver
$756
H 4.14 in W 7.09 in D 6.89 in
Antique Mortar and Pestle, English, Ceramic, Apothecary, Cookery Tool, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique mortar and pestle. An English, ceramic and beech apothecary or cookery tool by Wedgwood, dating to the late Victorian peri...
Ceramic
$231Sale Price / set|25% Off
H 3.94 in Dm 7.49 in
Large 1950s White Apothecary G.D.V. Porcelain & Wood Mortar & Pestle Size 5
Located in London, England
This authentic white porcelain mortar and pestle with a pouring beak is an example of classic French apothecary ware. The mortar and pestle are from different French manufacturers. T...
Porcelain, Wood
19th Century Grand Tour Antique Handmade Bronze Mortar with Pestle
Located in Roma, IT
19th-century grand tour antique handmade bronze mortar with pestle. This fantastic piece has an original patina. The pestle is 9.05 inc high wit...
Bronze
$1,338 / set
H 5.12 in W 10.04 in D 11.23 in
Large Antique Mortar & Pestle, English, Ceramic, Beech, Apothecary, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large antique mortar & pestle. An English, apothecary or country kitchen grinding set in ceramic and beech, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. Substantial Edwardi...
Ceramic, Beech
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H 0.05 in W 19 in D 13 in
Vintage Hallie St Mary Four Placemat in Natural Capiz Pearl Shell Scalloped Edge
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Hallie St Mary placemats, set of 4 Capiz, abalone, pearl shell design scalloped edge oval placemats. Luminous, beautiful mother of pearl shell color. The reverse of these ...
Shell, Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl
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H 0.05 in W 19 in D 13 in
Vintage Hallie St Mary Set of 4 Placemats in Capiz Pearl Shell Scalloped Edge
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Hallie St Mary placemats, set of 4 Capiz, abalone, pearl shell design scalloped edge oval placemats. Luminous, beautiful mother of pearl shell color. The reverse of these p...
Shell, Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl
Vintage Floral Motif Embroidered Tea Towel with Letter H
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pair of embroidered tea towels with a floral motif. Each towel features the letter "H" in pink and green flowers. Dimensions: 21.5" Tall ...
Fabric
Italian Faience Side/Salad Plates
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is superb set of 10 faience "Vietri" Italy hand painted side or salad plates. The plates were painted and signed by Romolo Apicella. We believe that ...
Faience, Majolica
Bohemian Blue Antique Engraved Glass Bottle Covered Decanter
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique blue crystal glass liquor decanter bottle which has been delicately etched. Mouth-blown crystal glass features a hand engraved image of dear in a forest and architectural element design details. Great addition to any barware. Mouth-blown and hand-cut lead-free crystal from the Czech Republic. Measures: 3.55" diameter x 9" height. Bohemian Engraved Glass...
Crystal
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H 3.5 in W 17.5 in D 14.75 in
1950s Bohemian Handcrafted Round Bamboo Wood & Brass Serving Tray Handles
Located in Miami, FL
1950s vintage boho chic handcrafted bamboo wood table tray with Brass Border and 2 handles. It is easy to carry around your home, holding a variety of food and utensils for versatil...
Brass
White Linen Hand Embroidered Floral Motif Hand Towels, Set of 2
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pair of vintage linen floral tea towels or guest towels. Created from crisp white linen, this set features hand-embroidered flower details in blue, yellow, and green. Freshly press...
Linen, Thread
Coastal White Ceramic Shell Motif Place Card Holders, Set of 8
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Bring coastal elegance to your next dinner party with this set of 8 ceramic place card holders. Each piece is created from ceramic and is decorated with a shell motif back for restin...
Ceramic
Green Ceramic Cactus Motif Salt and Pepper Shakers, a Pair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pair of two ceramic green cactus motif salt and pepper shakers. Dimensions: 3" wide 3" deep 3.25" tall.
Ceramic, Paint
Pink Floral Fabric Placemats and Napkins, Set of 4
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Set of four floral pale pink cloth placemats and matching napkins. A wonderful accent to a table setting, each set includes one placemat with a matching napkin. A pastel pink scallop...
Fabric
Vintage 23 Piece Dresdlina Tea Luncheon Service Hand Painted China by Noritake
By Noritake
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This vintage set is the highly sought after Dresdlina pattern hand painted china by Noritake. It is classic and know for it’s beautiful floral design with painted gold trim. From a v...
Ceramic
Seashell and Wicker Placemats or Dinner Plate Chargers, Set of 12
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful set of twelve (12) round wicker and seashell placemats or dinner plate chargers. Seashells outline the wicker placemat / plate charger. A great set for summer, holiday, home, yacht, entertaining, etc., indoors or out. Dimensions: 15" diameter. Also available, as shown in images: - For English white, gold, and turquoise blue dinner plates shown in image #4, search 1stDibs ref. #: LU1314225092082 - Seashell napkin ring holders, search 1stDibs ref. #: LU1314219305442 (SOLD.) - Famille Rose dinner plate set, search 1stDibs ref. #: LU131427917983 (SOLD.) - English RCD dinner plates, search 1stDibs ref. #: LU1314213945772 (SOLD.) - Antique Fish and Coral Seashell plate...
Wicker, Shell