bibelots
Small ornamental objects
Bibelots are small decorative objects or trinkets, typically displayed on shelves or mantels—figurines, miniature vases, ornamental boxes.
The word carries a slightly precious or old-fashioned tone, suggesting curated collections of charming little things: The antique shop was cluttered with bibelots.
French in origin, it appears mainly in written English.
Minor decorative objects
- curiosRare collectible objects
- ornamentsDecorative embellishments for display
- knickknacksSmall ornamental objects
- figurinesSmall ornamental sculptures
bric-a-brac · whatnots · objets d'art · miniatures · porcelain · china · mantelpiece · display cabinet
Valuable old items
- curiositiesUnusual things worth examining
- treasuresPrized possessions or valuables
- raritiesUncommon or scarce items
- acquisitionsThings newly gained
provenance · auction · estate sale · flea market · collection · connoisseur · collector · value
Items preserved for sentiment
- mementosObjects kept for remembrance
- souvenirsObjects preserving travel memories
- tokensCurrency substitutes
- remembrancesItems preserving past moments
sentimental · nostalgia · memories · inherited · cherished · grandmother's · travel souvenirs · gift shop
trinkets
Minor decorative objects
- curiosRare collectible objects
- ornamentsDecorative embellishments for display
- knickknacksSmall ornamental objects
figurines · bric-a-brac · whatnots · objets d'art · miniatures · porcelain · china · mantelpiece · display cabinet · tchotchkes
antiques
Valuable old items
- curiositiesUnusual things worth examining
- treasuresPrized possessions or valuables
- raritiesUncommon or scarce items
acquisitions · provenance · auction · estate sale · flea market · collection · connoisseur · collector · value · appraisal
keepsakes
Items preserved for sentiment
- mementosObjects kept for remembrance
- souvenirsObjects preserving travel memories
- tokensCurrency substitutes
remembrances · sentimental · nostalgia · memories · inherited · cherished · grandmother's · travel souvenirs · gift shop · vacation
bibelotstools
Devices for doing work
utensils · appliances · implements · equipment · necessities