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.
$440Sale Price|20% Off
Large Boho Chic Figural Design Hand Painted Pottery Center Piece or Plate
Located in Plainview, NY
A one of kind hand-made large center piece or plate featuring five figures in An abstract design. The stylish boho -chic multi-color plate (painted ...
Pottery
Coppia di Alzate Per Dolci Austriache con Putti Dorati e Cristallo 1870
Located in Milano, MI
Pair of Figurative Dessert Holder Risers in Gilt Bronze and Ground and Colored Crystal, Austria Second Half of 1800s. Deliziosi porta bon-bon realizzati con due putti cast and fire...
Crystal, Bronze
Very Large Gilt Bronze and Bohemian Blue Enameled Glass Centerpiece
Located in London, GB
Very large gilt bronze and Bohemian blue enameled glass centerpiece Bohemian, late 19th century Measures: Height 85cm, diameter 45cm This remark...
Ormolu, Bronze
Brown Rustic Boho Chic Ceramic Platter By Otto Mulders, Norway 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rustic glazed brown ceramic platter by Otto Mulders, Halden Norway 1970s. Boho Chic / Wabi Sabi style.
Ceramic
$2,400
H 9.65 in Dm 11.82 in
Late 19th Century Napoleon III Empire Gilt Bronze Putti and Marble Centerpiece
Located in Berlin, DE
Late 19th Century French Empire gilt bronze putti and marble centerpiece The centerpiece stands on a triangular, fluted base with arched feet; on th...
Marble, Bronze
$1,780 / set
H 5.91 in W 17.33 in D 10.24 in
Set of Two Ceramic Centerpieces by Gabbianelli, Italy, 1970s
By Gabbianelli
Located in Milan, IT
Set of two huge ceramic centerpieces by Gabbianelli. Oversized handles and pure sculptural shape.
Ceramic
$2,691
H 2.37 in Dm 20.87 in
Feather Platter II, a Glass Platter in Brown & Earthy Colours by Amanda Simmons
Located in London, GB
Feather Platter II is a unique piece by the British artist, Amanda J Simmons. Working with the flat sheet glass, Simmons layers powdered colours to create her desired textures, tr...
Glass, Art Glass
Bamboos Oval Cup or Center Piece
Located in Paris, FR
Cup or center piece bamboos oval with polished stainless steel cup structure on gold-plated 24-karat on stainless steel base.
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
$2,631
H 2.29 in W 7.41 in D 5.6 in
Large Cenedese Italian Asymmetric Red Sommerso Murano Glass Bowl Dish or Ashtray
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Antonio da Ros (attributed) for Cenedese large and heavy vintage Italian Murano glass bowl, serving dish or ashtray, circa 1965-1975. Utilizing the Sommerso technique this large, hea...
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Art Nouveau Longwy Turquoise Enameled Ceramic Platter
By Faïenceries et Emaux de Longwy
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite 19th-century, ceramic plate is a stunning creation from the renowned Longwy manufactory, celebrated for its mastery of decorative ceramics. The plate features a capti...
Enamel
O'Connor Bowl by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
O'Connor bowl by Fakasaka Design Dimensions: W 41.5 cm D 16 cm H 9.5 cm. Materials: dark bronze. FAKASAKA is a design company focused on pro...
Bronze
French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Cobalt Blue Glass Centerpiece
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite antique French Louis XVI style gilt bronze and cobalt blue glass centerpiece is raised by a shaped gilt bronze pedestal base adorned with finely chased foliate scrolls...
Bronze
White Woven Wicker Pottery Centerpiece Bowl
Located in New York, NY
A chic round off-white/antique white 'woven' 'wicker' pottery centerpiece bowl with soft edge, circa late-20th century to the early aughts. Beautiful as a standalone piece or fill wi...
Ceramic, Pottery
19th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted / Cut Glass Empire Style Centerpiece
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Step into the splendor of the 19th century with this exceptional Empire-style tableware centerpiece, a captivating union of gilt bronze mounts and cut glass that epitomizes the opule...
Bronze, Ormolu
$280Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.15 in W 9.85 in D 7.09 in
Vintage Handmade and Hand Painted Ceramic Bowl or Centerpiece, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Vietri, Italy, 1950s. This ceramic bowl / centerpiece is hand-modeled and hand-painted, with a slight iridescent finish. It is a vintage piece, therefore it might show sligh...
Ceramic
$1,950
H 9.5 in Dm 8 in
Wonderful French Baccarat Bronze Crystal Ormolu Cherub Putti Compote Centerpiece
By Baccarat
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful French What We Believe To Be Baccarat Bronze & Crystal Ormolu Cherub / Putti Compote, Centerpiece That Is Depicting A Cherub Holding A Large Cut Crystal Bowl Standing On ...
Crystal, Bronze
Antique American Brilliant Cut to Clear Cranberry Fruit Bowl Compote 10"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique American brilliant period cut glass ruby red / cranberry cut-to-clear Renaissance bowl or compote. Dimensions: 9.75" x 3" (Diameter x Height)
Glass
Ruby cut glass carved crystal bowl circa 1960s
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Ruby cut glass carved crystal bowl circa 1960s Blow ruby cut glass with beautifull carved details in geometric patterns perfect as a centerpiece, ...
Crystal
Murano Italian Hand Blown Art Glass Bowl Amber and White Crystal
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Gorgeous large amber Murano Italian hand blown art crystal glass decorative bowl. Large Murano art glass amber and white crystal bowl This ...
Crystal
Hand Blown Art Glass Bowl Amber and Gold
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Gorgeous vintage amber and gold Murano Venetian style hand blown art glass decorative bowl. This stunning bowl is a true objet d'art and can be us...
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Modern Orange and Black Large Decorative Hand Blown Krosno Glass Bowl
Large exquisite modern decorative hand blown art glass bowl with a radiating stylized design in an amazing orange and black glass. This a stunning piece of art glass hand made by Krosno Jozefina...
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Murano Venetian Hand Blown Art Glass Bowl Amber and Gold
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Gorgeous large amber and gold Murano Venetian hand blown art glass decorative bowl. This stunning bowl is a true objet d'art and can be used to display fruits or as a striking sculpt...
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Amber and Gold Venetian Handblown Art Glass Bowl
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Gorgeous large Murano Venetian handblown art glass flower shaped bowl. Sculptural art glass organic open flower form with beautiful gold and amber flecks decoration in aventurine te...
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
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H 6.25 in Dm 11.5 in
Signed 19th Century Moser Amethyst Crystal Footed Bowl with Gilded Cameo Frieze
Located in Great Barrington, MA
A beautiful example of Moser's Neoclassical designs as represented by this footed amethyst centerpiece. Hand blown deep purple crystal with a well- balanced supportive base, supports...
Amethyst, Crystal