WMF Ikora Dinanderie Vase, Brass Metalwork, Art Deco, Germany, 1928
By WMF Ikora
Located in Köln, NW
Very rare model of a WMF Ikora Dinanderie vase, Germany 1920s. According to WMF, some vases and designs were not included in the official range, but sold via other channels, e.g. to ...
Metal, Brass
Antique Islamic Vessels and Metalwork Object Study, Maximilian Egypt 1846
Located in Langweer, NL
Technique: Steel engraving Maker: Heinrich von Mayr, Germany, 1846 Keywords: antique islamic vessels engraving orientalist metalwork object study print 19th century arabian vessels ...
Paper
Framed German Black Forest 19th Century Clock
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Although this German 19th century framed clock no longer works, the beauty of its composition gives it another life as a work of art. Behind the glass, the clock face is set in a bea...
Metal
Framed German Black Forest 19th Century Clock
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Although this German Black Forest 19th century framed clock no longer works, the beauty of its composition gives it another life as a work of art. Behind the glass, the clock face is...
Metal
1901 Germany, Erhard & Söhne, Brass Inlaid Rosewood Twine Caddy with Scissors
By Erhard & Söhne
Located in Morristown, NJ
Circa 1901, Erhard & Söhne, Germany, a Jugendstil/Art Nouveau brass and rosewood string box, decorated in the round with children playing tug-of-war. The lid is beautifully decorated...
Metal, Brass
German 19th Century Giltwood Candle Chandelier
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
German 19th century giltwood chandelier for burning taper candles, untouched by the modern convenience of electricity as a delightfully analog source of light. This elegant design fr...
Metal
Jugendstil Brass Jewelry Casket with Velvet Lining by Erhard & Söhne, Germany
By Erhard & Söhne
Located in North Miami, FL
1900s Jugendstil golden and silver brass jewelry casket with blue velvet-lined interior by Erhard & Söhne, Germany By: Erhard & Söhne Material: brass, copper, metal, velvet, zinc Te...
Metal, Brass, Copper, Zinc
Art Déco Patinated Bronze Sculpture of Duck by Gerhard Schliepstein, Germany
By Gerhard Schliepstein
Located in North Miami, FL
Early 20th century Art Déco patinated bronze sculpture of duck with marble base by Gerhard Schliepstein, Germany By: Gerhard Schliepstein Material: bronze, copper, tin, metal, stone...
Stone, Marble, Metal, Bronze, Copper, Tin
German silver metal centerpiece, art nouveau Gothic style
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
This extravagant centerpiece consists of a glass bottom and figures on either side of a horse knight with metal details of etched flowers. Measures: Height: 33.5 centimeters Length: ...
Metal
WMF Art Nouveau candlestick. Germany 1906. Silver plated.
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Köln, NW
WMF Art Nouveau candlestick, Geisslingen Germany. 1906 Silver-plated. Hallmarked. Britannia metal. Alloy of tin, lead and antimony. Finally galvanically silver-plated. Model number ...
Britannia Standard Silver, Lead, Tin
Late 19th Century Bronze Sculpture of a Dancing Satyr/Faun by G. Roth, Germany
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 19th Century Jugendstil bronze sculpture of a dancing Satyr/Faun signed by G. Roth, Germany By: G. Roth Material: bronze, copper, tin, metal Technique: cast, molded, patinated,...
Stone, Marble, Metal, Bronze, Copper, Tin
Brass Desk Pen Holder by Günter Kupetz for WMF Germany - Desk Accessory - 1950’s
By Günter Kupetz
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Brass Desk Pen Holder by Günter Kupetz for WMF Germany - Desk Accessory - 1950’s Free form brass bowl, originally used as a pen holder, created by Günter Kupetz. Very elegant for a...
Brass
Pair of ww2 polished steel German rangefinder flak binoculars
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of ww2 polished steel german rangefinder flak binoculars circa 1941. Good quality pair of binoculars used in the second world war for directing accurate flak fire for anti airc...
Steel
Vintage WMF Ikora Silver-Plated Art Deco Vases, Germany c.1940s - Set of 2
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This striking pair of vintage German Ikora vases by WMF exemplifies early-to-mid 20th century modernist metal design. Crafted in the 1940s, these sculptural vessels feature softly ta...
Silver Plate
Jugendstil German Silver Plated Chalice-Shaped Presentation Trophy Vase by WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in North Miami, FL
Jugendstil/Art Nouveau silver plated chalice-shaped presentation trophy vase by german company Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (WMF) By: Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (WMF) ...
Silver, Silver Plate, Metal
19th C. Jugendstil German Cut Glass Crystal Inkwell with Polished 800 Silver Lid
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 19th century Jugendstil german cut glass crystal inkwell with polished 800 silver lid By: unknown Material: glass, cut glass, crystal, silver, silver plate, metal Technique: ca...
Crystal, Metal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Déco German Silvered Metal Pen Tray and Inkwell Decorative Desk Stand by WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in North Miami, FL
Art Déco german silvered/plated metal pen tray and inkwell decorative desk stand by Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (WMF) By: Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (WMF) Material: s...
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate
Important sculpture of a German Shepherd, Trophy for the Perrier Challenge, 1942
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Important sculpture of a German Shepherd, Trophy for the Perrier Challenge, France, 1942. We are pleased to present an exceptional piece that will appeal to the most discerning coll...
Marble, Metal, Nickel, Spelter
$651Sale Price|70% Off
Curious and Decorative Puffer Fish Sculpture, Brass
Located in Berlin, DE
Curious and decorative puffer fish sculpture, brass Extremely decorative and curious brass sculpture depicting a puffer fish on a high square solid wood base. High quality processed....
Brass, Iron
19th Century Blue Royal Vienna Porcelain Jewelry Casket
By Royal Vienna Porcelain
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions: Height: 4 1/4in Width: 4 3/4in Depth: 3 3/4in This antique 19th century Royal Vienna jewelry casket is made of the highest quality! Made in the 1890's, this petite jewe...
Bronze
Chopard sterling silver 925 picture table/desk frame, for Robbe & Berking Luxe
By Chopard, Robbe & Berking
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very Luxury sterling silver frame , made by Robbe & Berking and designed by one of the most exquisite brands in the world, Chopard .The picture itself is 6 x4 inches opening.
Sterling Silver
WMF Planished Trinket Pedestal Dish
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in London, GB
A small silver plated planished Arts & Crafts tazza by WMF (formerly known as Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik) with wide angular handles, a flared pedestal base and beaded edg...
Metal, Silver Plate
$715Sale Price|25% Off
Candle Holders Decorative Candlesticks, Antique Pair of Baroque Style Home Decor
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique candlesticks pressed, cast and chased bronze. Circular, curved feet with hinged. Tested with the scratch test, height approx. 30 cm, diameter 10 cm. All-encompassing C-curves...
Silver, Metal, Iron, Brass, Bronze
Villeroy & Boch Majolica Plate in a Footed Wire Basket with Heart Shaped Handles
By Villeroy & Boch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An 19th century basket made up of a hand formed twisted and looped wire holder set with a Majolica glazed plate at the center. The plate shows a geometric pattern glazed in earth t...
Wire
Fabulous 1940's Art Deco Post War German Touch Tip Desk Lighter, Red & Black
Located in Red Lion, PA
Highly decorative and mechanically engaging, this Augusta desk lighter is a standout example of: Post-war West German design Late Art Deco desk accessories Mid-century industrial ...
Metal
WMF Pair of Flower Vases, circa 1906 Germany
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Pymble, NSW
A pair of WMF [Wurttembergische Metallwarenfabrik] flower vases decorated with a fisherman and fisherwoman with children. Silver plated pewter and high relief decoration. The vases h...
Pewter, Silver Plate
Griebaum singing bird box from the 1950s-60s
By Karl Griesbaum
Located in Zonhoven, BE
Beautiful Singing Bird by Karl Griesbaum A unique masterpiece from the 1950s or 1960s, crafted by the renowned Karl Griesbaum in Germany. When activated, a bird elegantly emerges, ...
Metal, Other
Unavailable
H 1.78 in W 3.94 in D 2.37 in
Griesbaum singing bird box in decoratieve painted box from the 1950s-60s
By Karl Griesbaum
Located in Zonhoven, BE
Griesbaum singing Bird Box A stunning bird box in a uniquely painted case, showcasing fine craftsmanship and elegance. The mechanism is wound from the bottom, and with a simple slide...
Metal, Other
Unavailable
H 2 in W 3.5 in D 1.5 in
Do König Vassilakis 1996 Brass Organic Sculture with Wigns Signed
Located in New York, NY
Brass organic sculpture with attached wings by the German artist Do König Vassilakis. Made in 1996. This object has a natural patina. Signed Do. Property from esteemed interior de...
Brass
Bronze Horse by Henri Kiesewalter
By Henri Kiesewalter
Located in Chicago, IL
Replica of statue on Brandenburg Gate in Berlin.
Bronze
Hammonia-Motard "Vogelflug" Candleholders, Circa 1960
By Hammonia-Motard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Vogelflug' (birdflight) candle holders by Hammonia-Motard. A rare set of stackable, chrome-plated candle holders in a beautiful condition. Price is for each piece. (10) available. ...
Chrome
Sterling Silver Hamburg Coin Dish
Located in Cookeville, TN
Offering this sterling silver coin dish from Germany. 800 sterling silver, with makers mark. Dated 23 April 1960.
Sterling Silver
Sold
H 6 in W 16 in D 9 in
1910s Silvered Pewter Race Car Inkwell by Wilhelm Zwick for Kayserzinn, Germany
By Kayser Germany, Wilhelm Zwick, Kayserzinn 1
Located in North Miami, FL
1910s silvered pewter race car team inkwell and pen tray by Wilhelm Zwick for the company Kayserzinn, Germany By: Wilhelm Zwick, Kayserzinn Material: pewter, copper, lead, tin, meta...
Metal, Silver, Copper, Lead, Tin, Pewter
Framed German Black Forest 19th Century Clock
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Although this German Black Forest 19th century framed clock no longer works, the beauty of its composition gives it another life as a work of art. Behind the glass, the clock face is...
Metal
Sold
H 19 in W 5 in D 4 in
Jugendstil German Bronze Sculpture of a Nude Woman with Seashell by Lauchhammer
By Lauchhammer
Located in North Miami, FL
Early 20th century Jugendstil german patinated bronze Sculpture 'Nude woman with Braids and Seashell' by Lauchhammer Bildguss Foundry By: Lauchhammer Bildguss Foundry Material: bron...
Bronze, Metal
Early 20th Century RSM German Clock Oversized Pocket Watch by D.R.G.M
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Here we have a German patented oversized pocket watch / clock, circa 1910. Marked on the face with D.R.G.M and D.R.P. Also bares the RSM rose logo which dates this to circa 1910-1912...
Metal
Sold
H 6.5 in W 3 in D 5 in
Vintage 19th Century Silver Swan by Ludwig Neresheimer & Co., Hanau, Germany
By Ludwig Neresheimer
Located in Leesburg, VA
Silver swan centerpiece. Probably Ludwig Neresheimer & Co. Late 19th century; probably Hanau, Germany. Approximate size : 17 cm (L). A Belle Époque period silver centerpiece ...
Silver
WW2 Polished Steel German Rangefinder Flak Binoculars
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of ww2 polished steel German rangefinder flak binoculars circa 1941. Good quality pair of binoculars used in the second world war for directing accurate flak fire for anti ai...
Steel
Midcentury WMF IKORA Silver Plate Germany Shabbat Candle Holder
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
Vintage WMF Ikora Art Deco Silver Plate Candleholder Has age related patina, nice finish midcentury Design Rare, have not been able to find many around Marked on bottom Eberle Silver...
Silver Plate
Pair of ww2 polished steel German rangefinder flak binoculars
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of ww2 polished steel German rangefinder flak binoculars circa 1941. Good quality pair of binoculars used in the second world war for directing accurate flak fire for anti airc...
Steel
Early 20th Century RSM German Clock Oversized Pocket Watch by D.R.G.M
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Here we have a german patented oversized pocket watch / clock circa 1910. Marked on the face with d.R.G.M and d.R.P. Also bares the rsm rose logo which dates this to around 1910-12 a...
Metal
Art deco Junghans walnut and oak mantel clock
By Junghans Uhren GmbH
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Art deco Junghans walnut and oak mantel clock circa 1930 Fine quality mantel clock from well known German clock makers junghans. Flowing art deco lines with a walnut veneered front...
Brass
An art deco Ikora Vase 29/22 made ca. 1925 by the W.M.F.
By WMF Ikora, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Aachen, DE
An art deco Ikora Vase 29/22 made ca. 1925 by the W.M.F. in Geislingen. A German Dinanderie vessel in tune with the times of the roaring 1920ties. Marked with the tower mark and nice...
Metal, Brass
Paul Haustein Patinated Bronze Ikora Vase for WMF c. 1920s
By Paul Haustein, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Malibu, CA
Patinated bronze ikora vase with incised chinoiserie motif. Attributed to Paul Haustein for Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik. Germany, 1920’s. Stamped at bottom.
Metal, Bronze
A lovely matte enamel vide-poche by Käthe Ruckenbrod, circa 1965
Located in Aachen, DE
A lovely matte enamel vide-poche by Käthe Ruckenbrod, from circa 1965. Käthe Ruckenbrod was born 1905 in Pforzheim. She studied at the decorative-arts school of her home town and est...
Brass, Enamel
Atlanta Midcentury Brass Wall Clock, Germany, 1950s
By Junghans Uhren GmbH
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Large unique wall clock made by Atlanta / Junghans, Germany in 1950s. Heavy solid brass with glass front Junghans quartz mechanism. Very good condition, only on the glass is a small ...
Brass
Hermle Electra Midcentury Brass Wall Clock, Germany, 1960s
By Hermle
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Beautiful and rare new old stock wall clock made by Hermle, Germany in 1960s. Heavy slim-line brass and metal body with the original patented Electra mechanism. New old stock in the ...
Brass
Sold
H 10.2 in W 9.8 in D 2.3 in
Large Atlanta Exclusiv Midcentury Moden Brass Table Clock, 1950s, Germany
By Junghans Uhren GmbH
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Impressive unique table clock made by Atlanta, West Germany in 1950s. Heavy slim-line brass body with glass front. Great condition with original Junghans quartz AAA battery mechanism...
Brass
Sold
H 6.7 in W 8.6 in D 3.5 in
Unique Midcentury Brutalist Brass and Steel Table Clock, 1950s, Germany
By Junghans Uhren GmbH
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Impressive unique table clock made in West Germany. Heavy hammered steel body with brass details. Great condition with original Junghans quartz AAA battery mechanism. Measures: ...
Brass, Cut Steel
Sold
H 10.2 in W 9.8 in D 2.5 in
Midcentury Kienzle Brass Table Clock with Albrecht Durer Dial, 1960s, Germany
By Kienzle Clocks
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Large unique table clock made by Kienzle, Germany in 1960s. Heavy slim-line brass body with glass front and back. The dial shows the engraved version of the famous Albrecht Dürer dra...
Brass
Bronze Sculpture of a Metalworker by Echte Bronze
Located in Corona Del Mar, CA
An interesting and intricate bronze sculpture of a metalworker on a black marble base. It is signed and is made by Echte Bronze which was known for its depiction of the working man. ...
Bronze
Sold
H 1.78 in W 4.14 in D 2.84 in
Singing Bird box by Karl Griesbaum in Silver Case with Eeamel to top and lid
By Karl Griesbaum
Located in Zonhoven, BE
Singing bird by the famous German producer Karl Griesbaum. This German producer is famous for his singing birds and is sought after all over the world. The silver and enameled "brugu...
Metal, Enamel, Other, Silver
Griebaum singing bird box from the 1950s-60s with clock
By Karl Griesbaum
Located in Zonhoven, BE
Beautiful Singing Bird Box by Karl Griesbaum. A unique masterpiece from the 1950s or 1960s, created by the renowned Karl Griesbaum. When activated, a bird emerges, gracefully tu...
Metal, Other
Gold-Mounted Circular Porcelain Snuff Box, Meissen, circa 1740
By Johann Joachim Kaendler, Meissen Porcelain
Located in Weinheim, DE
Model by Johann J. Kaendler, 1738 Profiled gold-mounting Rare snuff box model with form number 22 (after Beaucamp-Markowsky 1985, p. 595) The painting is of extraordinary qual...
Gold
Antique Pair of 1920's Art Deco German Moch Mannequins
By Moch Figuren
Located in London, GB
Antique Mannequins, Vintage Mannequins, 1920's Mannequins, Art Deco Antiques, German Youth Mannequins, German Cabaret Mannequins, Antique Artist Lay Figures. Antique Pair of 1920s A...
Metal
Brass Kundo World Desk Clock, West Germany, 1970
By Kundo
Located in Hudson, NY
Modernist desk clock made by Keininger and Obergfell for Kundo.
Brass
Sold
H 1.78 in W 3.94 in D 2.56 in
Singing bird box by K Griesbaum in guilded case and blue-goldflaked enamel
By Karl Griesbaum
Located in Zonhoven, BE
Singing bird by the famous German producer Karl Griesbaum. This German producer is famous for his singing birds and is sought after all over the world. The metal guilded and enameled...
Metal, Gold Plate, Other, Enamel
Singing bird box by K Griesbaum in guilded case
By Karl Griesbaum
Located in Zonhoven, BE
Singing bird by the famous German producer Karl Griesbaum. This German producer is famous for his singing birds and is sought after all over the world. The metal guilded case is made...
Metal, Gold Plate, Bronze, Other
Brass Pendulum Elephant Mystery Clock by Junghans
By Junghans Uhren GmbH
Located in Cheltenham, GB
An 8 day original brass and metal elephant mystery clock, with swinging pendulum, enamel dial with Arabic numerals, timepiece movement by Junghans, circa 1900.
Brass, Spelter
Black Forest Cuckoo Clock
Located in Nantucket, MA
Carved Walnut Black Forest Cuckoo Clock in form of a Chalet, with applied carved wooden leaves, grapes and bird, circa 1900, with pierced resin hands and numerals. In very fine condi...
Walnut
$1,675
H 20.87 in W 17.33 in D 11.42 in
Antique Black Forest Carved Cuckoo Clock with Stag Head on Top
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Antique Black Forest Carved Cuckoo Clock with Stag Head A large handcarved wooden cuckoo clock, decorated with hunting accessoires, oak leaves, hare, pheasant and a stag head ...
Wood
Vase Le Verre Francais Art Deco
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Vase Le verre francais Art Deco Origin France Circa 1925 Artist Charles Schneider Candy enamel mark on its base perfect condition. Charles Schneider was an Art Deco glass artist, bo...
Art Glass
$5,704
H 33.08 in W 35.44 in D 12.6 in
1930's French Art Deco Console Table in Wrought Iron with Curved Marble Top
Located in Ulm, DE
Console table Marble top on chromed balls Wrought iron foot and base, black lacquered Original Art Deco, France 1930s Dimensions: Width: 90 cm Height: 84 cm Depth: 32 cm
Marble, Metal, Wrought Iron
Quality antique Black Forest cuckoo clock
Located in Ipswich, GB
Quality antique Black Forest cuckoo clock, having a quality traditional antique cuckoo clock decorated with carved leaves and a bird to the top and leaves to the sides of the circula...
Pine
French Art Deco Dining Table in Macassar Ebony and Amboyna
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
FRENCH ART DECO DINING TABLE This exquisite dining table, produced in France in the 1920's, has a unique and sophisticated design that captures the eye. Crafted using high-quality Ma...
Macassar, Amboyna
French 19th Century Napoleon III Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Wall Clock
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This 19th century clock is stunning with its diamond shaped rippling clock frame of ebony painted wood. Mother-of-pearl floral and foliate designs are inlaid in differently stained m...
Mother-of-Pearl, Mahogany, Hardwood, Porcelain
$5,500
H 10.5 in W 8 in D 5 in
Loetz For Boudon And Klur Ruby Papillon Glass And Gilt Metal Mounted Vase
By Loetz Glass
Located in Dallas, TX
Loetz For Boudon And Klur Gilt Metal Monted Glass Vase. A highly sought after vase culminating the zenith of Loetz and the Art Nouveau design. Czech Republic Circa 1900 Rubin Ruby P...
Metal
$98,400
W 80.71 in L 124.02 in
Tapestry Royal Manufacture of Aubusson, Louis XVI period 1738 at the Gobelins
By Aubusson Manufacture
Located in Madrid, ES
Tapestry from the Royal Manufacture of Aubusson, Louis XVI period , made in 1738 at the Gobelins One panel from a series of Gobelins tapestries depicting the Hi...
Wool, Silk
$1,147Sale Price|30% Off
H 3.55 in W 2.76 in D 3.15 in
Antique Silver BOX Decorative Box Sterling Silver Jewllery Box Casket Home Decor
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique Sterling Silver Jewellery Box with Hunting Scene Relief Decoration Antique Sterling Silver Decorative Box, Handmade Jewellery Casket, Collectible Home Décor A rare and highly...
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
$163,463
H 90.95 in W 61.03 in D 77.56 in
IMPORTANT BISHOP JAMES STANLEY 1508 KING HENRY VII ENGLiSH OAK TUDOR TESTER BED
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare and highly important, Museum quality, English Tudor King Henry VII Oak tester bed made for an...
Oak
$48,000
H 21.75 in W 11 in D 11 in
Art Nouveau Vase with Fiery Dragon by Stellmacher & Dachsel for RStK Amphora
By Eduard Stellmacher, Paul Dachsel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Paul Dachsel was the son-in-law of Alfred Stellmacher, the founder of Amphora Pottery company in Turn-Teplitz, then in Austria. Very little is known or was written about Dachsel. He ...
Porcelain
Maurice Dufrene pair of Cubist-inspired club chairs
By Maurice Dufrêne
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic French Art Deco pair of Cubist-inspired club chairs, circa 1925, by Maurice Dufrene. These chairs are sculpted mahogany, unrestored in the photographs, and they are 28” wide ...
Mahogany
$500,000
H 144 in W 228 in D 199 in
Antique 19th Century French Chateau Oak Paneled Salon Room "Boiserie" circa 1865
Located in New Orleans, LA
A complete boiseries from the French country estate: "Chateau de Quatres Barbes." The antique 19th century French Louis XVI style grand oak paneled salon room or "boiseries" from the...
Marble
Raymond Subes French Art Deco Steel and Marble Console Table
By Raymond Subes
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Deco steel console table with a verde antico / green marble top and conforming base joined by scrolling apron & legs (Attributed to RAYMOND SUBES)
Marble, Steel
$48,000
H 22.25 in W 9 in D 9 in
Art Nouveau "Vase with Water Plants and Bats" by Paul Dachsel for RStK Amphora
By Amphora, Paul Dachsel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Note: We highly recommend shipping through 1stDibs for its cost effectiveness, full insurance coverage, and reliable handling. While standard parcel services are an option, the defau...
Earthenware
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 antique and vintage decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style.
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The French sculptor shaped dense blocks into tactile forms meant to be used and held.
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.