Decor

The collection is organized by how shoppers look for objects: Decorative Objects, Wall Decor & Lighting, Architectural & Garden, and related ceramic categories. A piece may belong in more than one place when both descriptions are useful—for example, a bronze bust can be a sculpture and a garden accent. This overlap improves discovery without changing the object’s identity.

Start with scale, function and material rather than trying to match one period. A historic vessel, screen, carving or mirror can add contrast to contemporary furniture, while repeated colors or textures create cohesion. One substantial object often has more impact than several unrelated small pieces.

Check dimensions, materials, age or period, known origin, condition, repairs, mounting and intended placement. Photographs should be reviewed for surface variation and signs of age. For heavy, fragile, electrical or outdoor pieces, confirm installation and environmental requirements before purchase.

Antique Asian decor covers a broad range of decorative objects originating from China, Japan, Korea, India, Thailand, Burma, Indonesia, and other parts of East and Southeast Asia, typically dating from the 17th through the early 20th century. The category includes porcelain jars and vases, lacquered boxes, hand-carved wood panels, bronze sculpture, framed scrolls and paintings, screens and room dividers, baskets, lamps, and ceremonial objects. What unifies the category is craftsmanship — each piece was hand-made by skilled artisans using traditional techniques, often carrying symbolic meaning in its forms and motifs. Vintage Asian decor (typically mid-20th century) extends the tradition with pieces from the rattan, chinoiserie, and Hollywood Regency periods.

Antique Asian decor mixes beautifully with modern interiors because its hand-crafted character provides a counterpoint to clean contemporary lines. Use the rule of one or two statement pieces per room rather than a full set — a single carved wood panel above a modern sofa, a pair of porcelain table lamps flanking a minimalist console, a Chinese altar table used as a media stand. Stick to a restrained palette: blue and white porcelain pairs with almost any modern scheme, while warm woods like elm and teak ground a room without overwhelming it. The goal is contrast rather than theme — letting each antique piece feel intentional rather than part of a costume.

Authentic vintage and antique Asian decor is best sourced from specialist dealers with direct sourcing relationships, established marketplaces with verified seller policies, and brick-and-mortar showrooms that allow in-person inspection. FEA Home has sourced antique Asian decor directly from China, Japan, Thailand, Burma, India, and Indonesia for more than 60 years, with each piece individually vetted by our team and available to view in our 170,000 sq ft Yonkers, NY showroom or shipped nationally and internationally. We also list on 1stDibs and Chairish for cross-marketplace buyers. For high-value pieces, we provide additional photos, condition details, and provenance information on request.