What goes in a curio cabinet?
If you’re aiming for a curio that functions more as a display case than a design element, consider classic curio items. Crystals and minerals, dishware or glassware are all go-to choices. If you’re looking to make your curio more of a visual statement piece, consider filling it with shapely items like vases or sculptures. Books can also make for an artful curio cabinet, especially if you hold out for vintage volumes and employ a bit of color-coordination.
If global grandeur is your calling card, travel mementos can also be used to fill a curio cabinet with bohemian splendor. Look for pieces with gravitas like beads, sculpture, or even headdresses, jewelry, or clothing, which can be displayed on standing forms. So long as you opt for a curio cabinet that’s fairly modern and casual in style, packing your cabinet with an array of textural pillows and throws can also be wildly chic and plenty unexpected. Consider a curio cabinet the green light to collect all the textiles you please.
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