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BOHEMIAN STYLE

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.

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Style: Bohemian
Johannes Nepomuk bohemian 1st half of the 19th century
Located in Wien, AT
Johannes Nepomuk, bohemian, 1st half of the 19th century. Wooden carved figure of Saint Nepomuk, known as a bridge saint. Original polychrome painting in beautiful condition, complet...
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Mid-19th Century Czech Antique Bohemian Religious Items

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Wood

Johannes Nepomuk bohemian 1st half of the 19th century
Johannes Nepomuk bohemian 1st half of the 19th century

Johannes Nepomuk bohemian 1st half of the 19th century

Madonna with child Pribram Bohemia Mid 19th Century
Located in Wien, AT
Madonna with child Pribram Bohemia Mid 19th Century. Wood carved Madonna with original polychrome painting, mostly gilded. Crosses on the crowns are missing, good condition. Traces o...
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Mid-19th Century Czech Antique Bohemian Religious Items

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Wood

Madonna with child Pribram Bohemia Mid 19th Century
Madonna with child Pribram Bohemia Mid 19th Century

Madonna with child Pribram Bohemia Mid 19th Century

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Bohemian religious items for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Bohemian religious items for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage religious items created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Bohemian religious items made in a specific country, there are Europe, Czech Republic, and Mexico pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for religious items differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $75 and tops out at $1,500 while the average work can sell for $300.

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