11. Antique Oil Paintings in Gilded Frames
Elevate your powder room to gallery status by hanging a small, authentic antique oil painting directly above or adjacent to your vintage pedestal sink. Look for moody landscapes, still lifes of fruit, or vintage portraits in ornate, tarnished gold frames. The rich, deep colors of oil paint add an unexpected layer of sophistication and history to a utilitarian space. Because half baths do not have the high humidity of full bathrooms with showers, they are the perfect environment to safely display real art, turning your small bathroom into an intriguing conversation piece.