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Decorative objects

Decorative art objects are typically small, three-dimensional items of incredible quality. Items under the heading of art objects can be made from a myriad of materials and include a diverse range of decorative arts. This includes small sculptures, metalwork, plaques, figurines, ivory carvings, glass objects, and a wide range of antiques: small clocks, watchings, wooden boxes, etc.

The term art object is quite expansive and flexible, as it includes works that are often to not fit into other categories of art such as paintings, (large) sculptures, prints, or fine art drawings. There is a distinction between decorative objects and fine art. This difference is rooted in the functionality, intention, importance, and status of the work. It is also attached to the production or creation of the object itself, and these objects are typically smaller in size than works associated with fine arts.

Decorative objects are typically mobile, as they are small in size. Unlike larger works of art, these pieces can be moved easily from place to place. Although tiny in stature, these items carry significant weight, adding personality, aesthetics, and style to any space. Are you looking for a new piece to spruce up a particular spot in your home? Discover a collection of decorative art objects from the last century to now!

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Design, Hanji. Stool, WKND Lab

WKND Lab

Design . 40.9 x 31 x 37.8 cm Design . 16.1 x 12.2 x 14.9 inch

CHF 1,180

Sculpture, No. 7 Yava, Maria Makarova

Maria Makarova

Sculpture . 18 x 18 x 5 cm Sculpture . 7.1 x 7.1 x 2 inch

CHF 227

Sculpture, Oeuf, AC 5

AC 5

Sculpture . 38 x 9.5 x 9.5 cm Sculpture . 15 x 3.7 x 3.7 inch

CHF 274

Design, Disco, Samuel Accoceberry

Samuel Accoceberry

Design . 37 x 45 x 45 cm Design . 14.6 x 17.7 x 17.7 inch

CHF 3,197

Sculpture, Bienvenida I, Aniana Heras

Aniana Heras

Sculpture . 31 x 22.9 x 7.9 cm Sculpture . 12.2 x 9 x 3.1 inch

CHF 622

Sculpture, Duo #8, Anne Ghez

Anne Ghez

Sculpture . 53 x 30 x 5 cm Sculpture . 20.9 x 11.8 x 2 inch

CHF 2,697

Design, Design vase, Jan Beranek

Jan Beranek

Design . 21 x 11 x 11 cm Design . 8.3 x 4.3 x 4.3 inch

CHF 577

Design, Zazie, Reda Amalou

Reda Amalou

Design . 50 x 26.9 x 9.5 cm Design . 19.7 x 10.6 x 3.7 inch

CHF 867

Painting, Lunaria. Bloom., Olga Mozul

Olga Mozul

Painting . 20 x 20 x 3 cm Painting . 7.9 x 7.9 x 1.2 inch

CHF 408

Painting, Lizard, Olga Mozul

Olga Mozul

Painting . 20 x 20 x 3 cm Painting . 7.9 x 7.9 x 1.2 inch

CHF 408

Sculpture, Sentido I, Aniana Heras

Aniana Heras

Sculpture . 36.8 x 17.8 x 9.9 cm Sculpture . 14.5 x 7 x 3.9 inch

CHF 642

Design, Mondriaan, Ad Van Hassel

Ad Van Hassel

Design . 70 x 24 x 18 cm Design . 27.6 x 9.4 x 7.1 inch

CHF 746

Design, Hanji. Table, WKND Lab

WKND Lab

Design . 82.8 x 62 x 63.8 cm Design . 32.6 x 24.4 x 25.1 inch

CHF 3,540

Design, Pirate, AC 5

AC 5

Design . 33 x 15 x 10 cm Design . 13 x 5.9 x 3.9 inch

CHF 212

Sculpture, Chanel Suprise, Phantom Art

Phantom Art

Sculpture . 150 x 40 x 40 cm Sculpture . 59.1 x 15.7 x 15.7 inch

CHF 11,076