Decorative Objects
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Brass
Early 20th Century German Other Decorative Objects
Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
19th Century German Belle Époque Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
19th Century Chinese Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1980s Israeli Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Objects
Silver
19th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Objects
Porcelain
1790s British George III Antique Decorative Objects
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
15th Century and Earlier American Antique Decorative Objects
Bone
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal, Silver Plate
1930s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Metal
Late 20th Century Modern Decorative Objects
Pottery
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass
1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass
Mid-20th Century German Brutalist Decorative Objects
Silver Plate, Brass
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Wood
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Art Glass
19th Century Spanish Antique Decorative Objects
Ceramic, Terracotta
1980s French Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century French Decorative Objects
Marble, Bronze
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Lucite
2010s Brazilian Rustic Decorative Objects
Wood
1870s French Japonisme Antique Decorative Objects
Ormolu, Enamel
1960s Spanish Rococo Vintage Decorative Objects
Porcelain
2010s Decorative Objects
Marble, Metal
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Glass
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
1960s Finnish Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Glass
2010s Decorative Objects
Hardwood, Ash
Late 20th Century Decorative Objects
Lacquer
2010s Decorative Objects
Hardwood, Oak
Mid-20th Century Chinese Decorative Objects
Cork
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Murano Glass
2010s Decorative Objects
Hardwood, Cherry
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Rosewood, Walnut
1960s American Vintage Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Plastic
20th Century European Decorative Objects
Glass
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Decorative Objects
Bronze
1990s Italian Other Decorative Objects
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Objects
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Decorative Objects
Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Decorative Objects
Iron
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects
Marble
1970s German Brutalist Vintage Decorative Objects
Plywood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 20th Century German Decorative Objects
Art Glass
Early 2000s Danish Decorative Objects
Porcelain
19th Century German Antique Decorative Objects
Meissen
2010s Italian Other Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
2010s Italian Other Decorative Objects
Blown Glass
Antique, New and Vintage Decorative Objects
Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style.
Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.
Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation. Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?
Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”
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