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 Enameled Silver Ruby Pansy Earrings, Hand-Crafted, Circa 1970s
Located in Round Top, TX
Enameled silver pansies in Tiffany blue and ballet pink with faceted rubies. The flowers can be removed which allows them maximum movement and "dance" when worn. These are delicate,...
Silver
Gucci Silver Bracelet 1970s
By Gucci
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant bracelet in 925 sterling silver and blue and yellow enamel inclusions like the Ukraine flag, stamp with Gucci and the silver mark and designed by Antonio Fallaci.
Sterling Silver, Enamel
A Silver Dreidel by Ludwig Wolpert, Circa 1970
Located in New York, NY
A Silver Dreidel made by Ludwig Yehuda Wolpert, Circa 1970 Ludwig Yehuda Wolpert was an Israeli-American goldsmith and designer, born in Germany. He is celebrated as the first artis...
Silver
$6,370Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Antique Viennese Enamel and Silver Gilt Clock Austria circa 1870 Bird Ostrich
Located in London, GB
A pretty Antique Silver Gilt and Viennese Enamel Clock. This oval Clock rests on the back of an ostrich, which in turn stands on a domed base. Th...
Silver, Enamel
Antique Sterling Silver Repoussè Hand Mirror
Located in Stamford, CT
Antique sterling silver repoussè hand mirror. Stamped sterling, as shown in photos. Beveled inset mirror is possibly not original.
Sterling Silver
$2,130
H 7.88 in W 7.88 in D 4.34 in
Art Nouveau - Art & Craft Sterling Silver Enamel Photograph Frame, Cymric 1903
By William Hair Haseler, Liberty & Co., Archibald Knox
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Nouveau - Art & craft sterling silver enamel photograph frame - William Hutton & Sons 1903. William Hutton & Sons silver and enamel square photo frame...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
$4,211 / set
H 3.35 in Dm 8.47 in
Colorful Handmade Eva Hidström Sterling Silver Enameled Bowl Set, Finland 1970s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful set of Eva Hidström highly collectable sterling silver handmade and hammered bowls with colourful enamel on the inside. Rarely on offer as a s...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Italian Silver Box Raised, 1970s
Located in Delft, NL
Italian silver box raised on 4 feet, 1970s Italian silver box in curvy octagonal shape with repousse design of flowers and scrolls The purity de...
Silver
Antique Austrian Silver & Enamel Erotic Cigarette Case c. 1910
Located in London, GB
A magnificent Antique Silver & Enamel Cigarette Case with a subtle Erotic Theme showing a nude woman glancing in a mirror. This Enamel Case is created using rich, deep colours. The i...
Silver, Enamel
Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver and Enamel Vesta Case
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian sterling silver and enamel vesta case; an addition to our enamel and silverware collection. This an...
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Silver Napkin Holder, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Silver napkin holder is an object realized in 1970s. Silver, handmade. d 6 cm. Good conditions!
Silver
$1,545Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.75 in W 6.35 in D 4.76 in
Antique Austrian Sterling Silver and Guilloche Enamel Pill Box, circa 1900
Located in Bath, GB
An absolutely stunning large antique Viennese sterling silver pill box made from a hefty gauge of Austrian silver. All sides are decorated with a white guilloche enamel showcasing...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Edwardian Silver Epergne by Walker & Hall, Hand-Crafted, England, 1909
Located in Montreal, QC
Formerly used to place bouquets of flowers and fruits in the center of the table, this elegant epergne has three matching trumpet-shaped vases around another larger. Each has a frill...
Silver
Sold
H 16.25 in W 7.75 in D 7.75 in
AUSTRIAN HUNGARIAN Empire 1870 Pair Of Tall Table Candlestick In .800 Silver
Located in Miami, FL
An Austro-Hungarian Empire pair of candle holders in silver This is an amazing antique pair of candle holders with wonderful eye appeal created in Europe during the Austro-Hungarian...
Silver