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.
Small Selenite Specimen Mounted on Acrylic Block
Located in Winnetka, IL
A compact, naturally textured selenite specimen mounted on a clear acrylic block for presentation. The stone features layered, fibrous formations with a subtle shimmer, ranging in ea...
Rock Crystal
Vintage Mexican Hilario Alejo Madrigal Glazed Terracotta Pineapple
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exceptional vintage glazed terracotta pineapple sculpture is the work of renowned Mexican artist Hilario Alejo Madrigal, celebrated for hi...
Ceramic, Terracotta
$18,750 / set
Vintage Monumental Punch Cut Palm Trees - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Exude the whimsical elegance of Palm Beach with this striking pair of monumental tole palm trees. Crafted from hand-punched and cut sheet metal, these sculptures capture the sophisti...
Metal
Large Fishtail Selenite Crystal Formation Specimen
Located in Bradenton, FL
A very large specimen of fishtail selenite crystal, said to promote peace, calm, and mental clarity, Overall measures 14" H x 18.5" x 15". This cryst...
Crystal
French Glazed Terracotta Fish Sculpture
By Zsolnay, Bitossi, Vallauris, Gilbert Metenier, Sarreguemines
Located in Houston, TX
French Glazed Terracotta fish sculpture. Interesting antique French iridescent glazed terracotta fish sculpture. This French fish figure is executed i...
Terracotta
Tortoise Shell on Stand Regency Style Specimen Mount
Located in Atlanta, GA
Regency style tortoise shell on stand, American, circa 1960s.
Iron
Selenite Obelisk Pair
Located in New York, NY
Selenite Obelisk: Each measures: 2.25" x 2.25" x 12" H.
Stone
Pair of Ruler Selenite on Lucite Bases
By Interi
Located in Columbia, SC
A pair of ruler selenite on lucite bases. Ruler selenite or "selenite logs" are single, prismatic selenite crystals from Morocco that were formed in extensive beds by the evaporation of ocean brine. This mineral is a crystallized form of gypsum and is characterized by a silky, pearly luster called satin spare. Interi transforms Italian artifacts...
Rock Crystal
Brass Mounted Selenite Sphere Large
Located in New York, NY
4" selenite sphere mounted on a brass stand. Selenite is a pearly variety of gypsum named after the Greek goddess of the moon for its sheen, and is a sister stone to alabaster. Multi...
Brass, Other
Ruler Selenite with Gold Leaf on a Lucite Base
By Interi
Located in Columbia, SC
Ruler Selenite with gold leaf on a Lucite base. Selenite logs are single, prismatic selenite crystals from Morocco that were formed in extensive beds by the evaporation of ocean brine. This mineral is characterized by a silky, pearly luster called satin spare. It is then lined with gold leaf which contrasts beautifully with the sleek selenite. Interi transforms Italian artifacts...
Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf
Hollywood Regency Italian Glazed Terracotta Lion
Located in Houston, TX
Hollywood Regency Italian glazed Terracotta Lion. Great Hollywood Regency Italian glazed terracotta lion figure or statue. Realistic Italian glazed terracotta animal...
Terracotta
$117Sale Price|50% Off
H 5.8 in W 4 in D 4 in
Mid Century Vintage Italian Terracotta Cheetah Glazed Bell Accessory 1970s
Located in Toronto, CA
This exquisite Italian terracotta cheetah bell from the 1970s is a rare and collectible treasure. Hand-painted and glazed with remarkable craftsmans...
Terracotta
Yellow Golden Pheasant Wall Mounted Taxidermy Specimen
Located in New York, NY
This Yellow Golden pheasant's in-flight pose is the perfect way to showcase all of those amazing feathers, it's a wonderful addition to any collection, perfect for town or country.
Wood, Feathers
Large Natural Coral Specimen Mounted on Cement
Located in Doylestown, PA
Impressive natural branch Isopora palifera coral specimen mounted on a cement base. A stony coral in the Acroporidae family which can be found in the shallow tropical waters of the ...
Concrete, Coral
Ruler Selenite with Gold Leaf on a Lucite Base
By Interi
Located in Columbia, SC
Ruler Selenite with gold leaf on a Lucite base. Selenite logs are single, prismatic selenite crystals from Morocco that were formed in extensive beds by the evaporation of ocean brine. This mineral is characterized by a silky, pearly luster called satin spare. It is then lined with gold leaf which contrasts beautifully with the sleek selenite. Interi transforms Italian artifacts...
Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf
Vintage Organic Petrified Wood Cactus Sculpture Indoor/Outdoor Decor
Located in West Palm Beach, US
Vintage Organic Petrified Wood Cactus Sculpture Indoor/Outdoor Decor This vintage heavy organic petrified wood cactus sculpture measures 29 inches high, ...
Petrified Wood
Vintage Boho Shell Encrusted Skull Signed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous vintage boho skull. Shell encrusted surface with incredible attention to detail. Signed by the artist. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Shell
Vintage Hand Carved Chain Link Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Boho hand carved sculpture. A beautiful design of a chain link made from all one piece. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Wood
Natural Mineral Specimens on Sterling Silver Collection
Located in Houston, TX
A handsome display of earth’s most breathtaking examples of natural history that have formed over the past 450 million years. Three natural mineral specimens...
Quartz, Sterling Silver
Sold
H 22.5 in W 24.5 in D 3 in
Pink Sea Fan Coral and Amethyst Quartz on 19th Century Gilt Bronze Fragment
Located in Houston, TX
Pink sea fan coral and amethyst quartz on 19th century gilt bronze fragment.
Amethyst, Coral, Bronze
Pair of Quartz Coral Fossil Lumiére Sculptures
Located in Houston, TX
Specimens of rose coral fossil, quartz, mica, garnet, black tourmaline, calcite, apophyllite stilbite, and barite organically adorn 19th century Louis XV...
Coral, Quartz, Bronze
Natural Mineral Specimen Collection
Located in Houston, TX
A handsome display of earth’s most breathtaking examples of natural history that have formed over the past 450 million years. Four natural mineral specimens...
Quartz, Brass
18th Century Plaster Fragment with Coral and Shells on Selenite Base
Located in Houston, TX
18th century plaster fragment with coral and shelsl on a selenite base.
Coral
Sold
H 15 in W 12.25 in D 1.13 in
Pink Sea Fan Coral and Tourmaline on 19th Century French Bronze Fragments
Located in Houston, TX
A set of four pink sea fan coral sculptures organically set on 19th century French gilt bronze fragment with genuine tourmaline. Dimensions of each fa...
Coral, Tourmaline, Bronze
19th Century Quartz Calcite Crucifix
Located in Houston, TX
A 19th century turned ebonized wood crucifix is adorned with it's original silver metal figure of Jesus. The artist then adorned the cross with a collection of worldly natural minera...
Quartz, Metal
Coral Clam and Quartz Sonnet Sculpture
Located in Houston, TX
Bohemian Rhapsody. A masterpiece of collected cup and pillar coral, Tridacna squamosa clam shells, and a sea star are encrusted with African cactus quartz and calcite mounted on a 19th century neoclassical style alabaster base with gilded ormolu. This is a beautiful antique artifact...
Coral, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Alabaster, Ormolu
Italian 18th Century Giltwood Fragment on Quartz Base
Located in Houston, TX
A natural specimen of calcite and quartz are the base for an 18th century Italian giltwood fragment.
Quartz