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.
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Vintage Middle Eastern Arabic Brass Dallah Bedouin Tea Coffee Pot 12"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Middle Eastern etched Arabic brass dallah / coffee pot with long spout, flip top lid, and two tone woven leather wrapped handle. Dimensions: 12" ...
Brass
Vintage Czech Bohemian Orange Tartan Plaid Art Pottery Pitcher Teapot by Erphila
By Erphila
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Czech/Bohemian Modern art pottery lidded pitcher/teapot imported into the United States by Theodore Eberling and Frederick Reuss's Philadelphia-based company, Erphila (an...
Ceramic
Moser Ruby Glass and Enamel Bird Ewer
Bohemian Ceramic Floral Water Pitcher in Pink and Green
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Lovely ceramic pitcher with floral garden motif. Specifications: Handle height: 9" 9" wide 7" deep Weight: 1.9 lbs.
Ceramic
Bohemian Green Glass Decanter with Mozaffar al-Din Shah Portrait
Located in London, GB
This wonderful lime green glass decanter was crafted in Bohemia, a historic region which now forms part of the Czech Republic, in the late 19th century. The piece was created for the Persian (modern-day Iranian) market. The decanter features an ovoid body with a cylindrical, knopped neck and flared mouth. This is covered by a stopper with a panelled base, a knopped centre and a conical tip. The decanter is crafted from green colored glass and is finely decorated with swirling gilt patterns, jewel-like gilt raised beads, and colorful enameled flowers. Its body features, on its centre front, a detailed bust portrait of Mozaffar al-Din Shah, the Qajar king of Persia...
Glass
Antique Gilt and Enamelled Ruby Red Glass Decanter
Located in London, GB
This exquisite ruby glass decanter was crafted in the late 19th century in Bohemia, a historic region which was famous for its glassware. Antique B...
Glass
Vintage Original Studio Pottery Pitcher
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This charming vintage studio pottery pitcher exemplifies the soulful beauty of handmade functional art. Featuring a deep, forest green drip glaze that flows elegantly over a warm, te...
Pottery
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H 12 in Dm 7 in
Ceramic Pitcher, Red, White and Black, Italy, Midcentury, Ceramic, C 1950
Located in New York, NY
Ceramic, midcentury pitcher from Italy, circa 1950. The color is red, white and black. Good condition.
Ceramic
Extremely Rare Georgian Peacock Green Drinking Vessel
Located in Steyning, West sussex
An extremely rare Georgian peacock green drinking vessel with six finger hole and lid. The vessel is very similar in design to earlier German vessels one of which can be seen at the...
Glass
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H 9.06 in W 5.91 in D 3.94 in
Ceramic Pitcher by Jacques Innocenti, to Vallauris, circa 1960-1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic pitcher by Jacques Innocenti to Vallauris. Perfect original conditions. Handwritten signature under the base "Innocenti Vallauris", circa 1960.
Ceramic
Fine Vintage Cut Glass Pitcher with a Narrow Body
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine old or antique cut glass pitcher. Possibly American in origin and dating as early as the American Brilliant Period. With deep ...
Cut Glass
D. Peterson Ceramic Pitcher and Cups Set Dated 1956
By D. Peterson
Located in Chicago, IL
This handmade ceramic pitcher and cups set has classically simple forms. The glaze treatment is wonderfully irregular, embracing the spontaneity of the process. The darker glaze on t...
Ceramic
Middle Eastern Antique Dallah Arabic Copper Coffee Pot
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
19th century Middle Eastern Arabian tinned copper Dallah coffee pot. Antique decorative Arabic coffee pot hand-hammered and chased copper with riveted br...
Brass, Copper
Zoomorphic Partridge Ewer Blue French Glass Late 19th century
Located in Paris, FR
Original zoomorphic pitcher ewer in the shape of a partridge. Beautiful item made of silver plate for the head of the partridge nicely chiseled showing the lovely texture of feathers and blown blue glass for the body part, with a handle on the back. Yellow-colored glass eyes. The Head of the partridge is mounted on a hinge forming a movable lid for the pitcher-ewer. This kind of pitcher ewer was mainly used to serve delicious alcohol or liquor with flavor and aroma, such as pear, and mirabelle plum, as it was during the "Belle Epoque" a very fashionable and refined custom. This colored blown glass was produced by the Portieux Crystal factory created in 1705, it has a written mark "Deposé" beneath the body of the ewer, french work from the late 19th century, probably from Napoleon III period. The history of this factory known as the "Portieux crystal factory" actually begins in Tonnoy in 1690. In 1698, Duke Leopold I of Lorraine granted letters patent to Sieur de la Pommeraye, owner of the premises, associated with François Magnien, holder of the know-how, the exclusivity of glass manufacturing and trade in his duchy. In 1898, the Grand Duchess of Vladimir, wife of the brother of Tsar Nicolas II, discovered the factory while on a cure in Contrexéville. She will become a frequent customer. in 1960, the company supplies many prestigious customers: Maxim's, Brasserie Lipp, Hôtel de Crillon, Le Bristol...
Silver Plate
Bohemian Opalene Mallet Shaped Decanter and Stopper
Located in Montreal, QC
A hand-painted and cut opaline glass decanter with stopper. The neck cut with a band of raised diamonds, the faceted body with raised and gilt vertical bands, freely painted and gi...
Glass
Hermès, French 2-piece Frosted Crystal Bedside Decanter Carafes
By Hermès
Located in North Miami, FL
Presenting an exquisite two-piece set of contemporary French crystal bedside decanter carafe, designed by the renowned house of Hermès. This two-piece...
Glass
Elkington & Co. Ruby Glass Decanter
Located in New Orleans, LA
Silver Gilt and Ruby Glass Decanter Elkington & Co. Hallmarked Birmingham, 1887 This exquisite ruby glass jug by Elkington & Co. is mounted with gilt silver in a finely deta...
Glass
Early Wedgwood Egyptian Revival Neoclassical Rosso Antico Coffee Pot
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A Wedgwood rosso antico coffee pot made ca. 1810. The pot's red body is accentuated by black basalt details in the Egyptian Revival style. Developed by Josiah Wedgwood in the 1760s, rosso antico famously exhibits the Egyptian Revival style that became popular in the early 19th century during Napoleon...
Earthenware
Antique Middle Eastern Dallah Arabic Brass Coffee Pot
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This elegant antique Middle Eastern brass dallah coffee pot is a beautiful representation of traditional Arabic craftsmanship and cultural herita...
Brass
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H 9.25 in W 7 in D 8 in
Antique Bohemian Uranium Custard Glass Ruffled Clambroth Cherry Pitcher 9"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian Bohemian UV glass pitcher featuring ruffled clambroth top with vine handle and cherries. Attributed to Harrach or Stevens & Williams. Dimensions: 8" x 7" x 9....
Glass
Two beer mugs, German, 19th century
Located in Nice, FR
Hello! These are two beer mugs made of cut or etched glass, with a metal lid, pewter . Here are some interesting facts about them: 1. Style and period: These mugs resemble traditiona...
Art Glass
Moser Pitcher with Enameled Bird and Salamander
By Moser
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pitcher with Enameled Bird and Salamander Moser Circa 1890 Fantastic wildlife decoration distinguishes this rare Moser glass pitcher. Crafted of luminous blue glass, this large pitc...
Glass
Moser Pitcher With Enameled Bird And Salamander
By Moser
Located in New Orleans, LA
Fantastic wildlife decoration distinguishes this rare Moser glass pitcher. Crafted of luminous amber glass, this pitcher is adorned with the signature Moser gilded fern leaves and berries, including an enameled three-dimensional bee and a colorful bird perched on a branch. Most exceptional is the intrepid salamander, cloaked in jewel-like colors, which serves as the pitcher’s handle. Such unparalleled artistry placed Moser among the most desirable art glass in the world. To find such an amazing piece of this Bohemian craft today, in such excellent condition, is quite rare. Encouraged by the Austro-Hungarian governments, Ludvik Moser quickly excelled as a glass artist while serving an apprenticeship under accomplished artist O.J. Mattoni. Through working with the Health Spa at Karlsbad, producing and decorating glassware for serving the healing waters found at the spa, Moser quickly acquired a following and demand for his work. By 1857, Moser was able to open his shop full of bright, glistening chandeliers and mirrors, which further illuminated his glass creations. Moser quickly acquired a noble clientele and displayed his work at exhibitions around the world. Some of his well-known patrons included Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain, King Faisal of Saudi Arabia, Pope Pius XI and King Farouk of Egypt...
Enamel
Vintage Boho Signed Studio Pottery Pitchers - a Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous set of two vintage Boho pitchers. Chic studio pottery signed on the bottom. Beautiful glaze work in unusual and visit colors. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Pottery
18th Century Glass and Pewter Claret Jug, circa 1780
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
18th century Glass and Pewter Claret Jug, circa 1780 Additional Information: Material: Glass, Pewter Date: c.1780 Origin: Probably Bohemia or ...
Pewter
Moser Amberina Glass Pitcher
By Moser
Located in New Orleans, LA
This captivating Moser pitcher exemplifies the beauty of Bohemian art glass. Pitchers are among the most exciting creations by this world-renowned firm as they were often the vehicles for many of Moser’s most inventive and elaborate designs, evidenced by the present vessel. In a particularly rare addition, at the center of the form stands the beautifully rendered figure of archangel Gabriel, identified by the lily stalk he holds in his right hand, representing the Virgin Mary and Gabriel's role in the Annunciation. Intricately adorned with hand-painted enamel oak leaves and applied, relief-molded acorns, and exhibiting the desirable Amberina ombre coloring, this work is exceptional in both quality and artistry. Encouraged by the Austro-Hungarian Governments, Ludvik Moser quickly excelled as a glass artist while completing an apprenticeship under accomplished artist O.J. Mattoni. Through working with the Health Spa at Karlsbad, producing and decorating glassware in which to serve the healing waters found at the spa, Moser quickly acquired a following and demand for his work. By 1857, Moser was able to open his own shop full of bright, glistening glass creations. Moser quickly acquired nobility as his clientele and began displaying his work at exhibitions around the world. Some of his well-known patrons include Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain, King Faisal...
Enamel
Bohemian Crystal Glass Decanters & Goblet, 3
Located in Astoria, NY
Two decanters and one goblet out of painted enameled Bohemian crystal glass, unmarked. 9.5" H x 5.5" W.
Crystal
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H 24 in Dm 6.5 in
Oversized Victorian Bohemian Cut to Clear Cranberry Glass & Gilt Decanter, C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique and large Victorian Bohemian decanter offers cranberry glass construction with foliate decorated gilt band and cut-to-clear decoration, c1...
Glass
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H 16.75 in Dm 5.5 in
Oversized Victorian Bohemian Cut to Clear Cranberry Glass Decanter, Circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique and large Victorian Bohemian decanter offers cranberry glass construction with foliate and thumb print cut-to-clear decoration, c1890 M...
Glass