You did so well w/this vignette but understand need for fresh air. If you don't need the light, how about a cluster of diff. Sizes of Asian blue/white vases or a cluster of clay urns or a cluster of baskets?

Or crocks, lol

I definitely need a lamp - love the crock idea. Would you use some kind of picture on the wall? It seems so bare without something on the wall.

I think it depends on the height of what you use there. If you display large enough objects, they should be able to stand alone without something on the wall above them.

I was thinking back to my own childhood and all the handcrafted country stuff my mom had on her walls. . These wold have fit right in in my mom's house:

Out of curiosity, what did you do with the inside? We have one in our barn and I've never known what to do with it. Ours is still lead lined and it has a lift door on top and a front door on the lower half that opens with a side hinge.

Annie - the left side cabinets are used to store DH's birding books, binoculars and "stuff". The right side ...

If you need a lamp and love the crock idea how about using a crock lamp in the grouping. A google search shows them on Etsy, EBay, pottery makers and other sites. Here are a couple images I found

Thanks, 2pups!

Tee totalers, eh? :)

I like mixing antiques with something more modern to de-emphasize the "old lady" aspect. I would probably do a large modern bowl or vase (just one) and/or a simple modern piece of art or mirror above.

I like this print framed big with lots of white space around it. I think it comes in other colours too.

Any particular interests that would lead to a collection there? Duck decoys for a hunter, vintage cameras for a photographer. . . . Could be a place for seasonal items: gourds for fall, rosemary tree or poinsettia for Christmas, fresh flowers in the spring. . . .

This may be going in the wrong direction. If you want inspiration I love fortheloveofahouse.com She has the most wonderful ability to accessorize.

This is just an quick throw together. The green balls are japanese fishing floats. I have always loved them. Hope this might help?Good ideas for accessorizing

Here is another idea. Using a cool frame and painting the inside with chalk paint. I also added some bell jars with herbs or flowers inside.

I wouldn't want a lamp that's tall enough for you to see it's "guts," which is tricky when it's elevated like that. Do you need a lamp there?

How about:

a plant in a cool/interesting pot

a big basket of dried hydrangeas

a collection of varying sizes of pottery in similar colors

or keep it simple with one framed piece of art on the wall and a low lamp in front of it?

Borrowed this lamp from the guest room - looking better?

I like that lamp. However, I really loved the vibe of the first one too. It was so unique and cozy. I love your space and that piece is gorgeous!

I love your bird prints! I would stack a couple of attractive bird books and put the lamp on top. Or fill a container with found feathers.

I don't have any advice for accessorizing as I have similar issues. I acquired the very same piece (right down to the Herrick decal) from a family member a few years ago. Yours appears to be in excellent condition, so I'm curious--did you do any refinishing / restoration on this piece? I've been hesitant to tackle anything because I don't want to damage the decal.

I haven't done anything but dust it and hit it with a little Murphy's once in a blue moon.