Modern Tableware
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Coasters Set of 4 Cocktail Green Quartzite Marble Handmade Italy Collectible
Located in Ancona, Marche
Set of 4 coasters in Green Quartzite.
Thanks to their shape and size they can be used as exclusive presentation plates for finger food.
Dimensions: D ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Quartz
Coppa da vino, argento massiccio, MOON, media, fatto a mano, Italia
By K-OVER
Located in Firenze, IT
K-over coppa da vino in argento massiccio
Le coppe da vino in argento massiccio fanno parte della nostra collezione più recente. Il valore di queste coppe in argento massiccio è dato...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Silver
Silver tumbler, green stones, MOON, medium, 1 piece handmade Italy
By K-OVER
Located in Firenze, IT
K-over sterling silver glasses with green stones
Our sterling silver tumblers are part of our newest collection. This glass will make your table special every day and even more speci...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Silver
Travertine Cake Stand
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Put your delectable desserts on a pedestal with this gorgeous travertine cake stand from Kiwano. Hand crafted by Turkish artisans, this stylish d...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Tableware
Materials
Travertine
21st Century Karim Rashid Fila Glasses Murano Glass Various Colors
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
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TO CONFIRM THE COLORS REQUIRED.
21st century Karim Rashid FILA glasses Murano glass various colors.
Inspired...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Murano Glass
Bubble Salt and Pepper Shaker Set in Blown Glass by Gordon Guillaumier
Located in Milan, IT
Bubble, designed by Gordon Guillaumier, is a salt and pepper Shaker set made in transparent blown glass. In the same family there is the oil and vinegar dispenser...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Blown Glass
The Wallis Flatware, by Vicente Wolf
By Vicente Wolf
Located in New York, NY
From renowned interior designer Vicente Wolf, the Wallis flatware set combines high quality, modern simplicity and timeless elegance into a unique set of flatware. Made from high-gra...
Category
Early 2000s Korean Modern Tableware
Materials
Stainless Steel
Fin Trivets from Souda, Gold, in Stock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Made using a manufacturing process utilized for railways, medical devices, and electronics, the Fin Trivets bring an Industrial touch to your tabletop....
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Tableware
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Fin Trivet from Souda, Black, in Stock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Made using a manufacturing process utilized for railways, medical devices, and electronics, the Fin Trivets bring an Industrial touch to your tabletop....
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Tableware
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Tulip Glass Decanter by Aldo Cibic
By Aldo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Decanter made in blown in a mold glass. The Tulip collection is a glassware family by Aldo Cibic, who designed these pieces walking the line between classical and Postmodern design. ...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Glass
Bubble Oil and Vinegar Dispenser Set in Blown Glass by Gordon Guillaumier
Located in Milan, IT
Bubble, designed by Gordon Guillaumier, is an oil and vinegar dispenser set made in transparent blown glass with cork cap.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Blown Glass, Cork
Ghidini 1961 Omini Salt and Pepper Shakers in Polished Brass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This playful brass condiment salt and pepper are decorated with tiny animate men on each.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Brass
New Modern Bowl in Red Levanto Marble, creator Cristoforo Trapani
Located in Milan, IT
Memory, made in Red Levanto marble, designed by Cristiforo Trapani
Contemporary chefs love to construct their culinary creations to enhance their impact; it’s not difficult therefore, to imagine they also love to create the props. Cristoforo Trapani, chef of Magnolia, the stellar restaurant at the Hotel Byron in Forte dei Marmi, has translated his culinary creativity to design. These two worlds meshed instantly: at the table or on a sideboard, his tiered cake stand PRE, hosts sweet and savoury finger food to be offered to guests in a creative and unexpected way. The bread basket of the Apuan Alps, in white or black marble, is ready to cradle the great Italian bread making tradition; the artichoke brazier is his chef-d’œuvre, and the soup tureen, are all objects of a simple cuisine that is redolent of lemons, sea and sun. They are not limited to functionality, but gleam with the marble’s calcite.
From stellar kitchens to the table. The Memory bowl...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Marble
Modernist Crumb Brush Laurids Lonborg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Whimsical modern design.
Mixed woods.
Great for dusting those little crumbs and hairs around the home, office or car....
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Tableware
Materials
Wood
Black Marble Cake Stand
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Put your delectable desserts on a pedestal with this gorgeous marble cake stand from Kiwano. Hand crafted by Turkish artisans, this stylish display w...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Tableware
Materials
Marble
Silver Travertine Cylinder Bowl
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
This substantial silver travertine bowl is beautifully handcrafted from a single piece of genuine travertine and honed for a silky mat finish. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Tableware
Materials
Travertine
21st Century Karim Rashid Handmade Crystal Transparent Glasses
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st century Karim Rashid diamond handmade crystal transparent glasses.
The diamond crystal glasses collection exudes sophistication and style. The crystalline and multifaceted surf...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Crystal
White Marble Coasters, Christmas Tree Decoration Set of 4 Tableware Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
This 'Winter wonderland Snowflake' coaster in White Marble, inspired by ice crystals, are the perfect tasteful gift for the winter and Christmas period.
Coaster in polished absolute crystalline white marble from Italy.
Thanks to their shape and size they can be used as coasters, bottle coasters, paperweight or even Christmas tree decoration...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Marble, Carrara Marble
Fin Coasters from Souda, in Stock, Set of Four, Black, Contemporary, Minimalist
By Souda
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Price includes 4 Coasters. Slim, architectural, and refined, the Fin Coasters are a decidedly modern approach to a traditional tabletop accessory....
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Tableware
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Fin Trivets from Souda, Silver, in Stock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Made using a manufacturing process utilized for railways, medical devices and electronics, the fin trivets bring an industrial touch to your tabletop. Both durable and multi-function...
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Tableware
Materials
Aluminum, Metal
Lilì and Lulù Oil and Vinegar Set in Mouth Blown Glass by Matteo Cibic
By Matteo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Lilì and Lulù make up a set of oil and vinegar dispensers, this couple of characters is made in mouth blown glass with a grooved finishing. Lilì and ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Blown Glass
Tipì, Tidò, Lilì and Lulù Set for Dressing in Mouth Blown Glass by Mattero Cibic
By Matteo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Lilì and Lulù with Tipì and Tidì are a set of four pieces for dressing: Lilì and Lulù are two dispensers for oil and vinegar, Tipì and Tidò are salt and pepper shaker. This crowd of creatures is made in mouth blown glass with a grooved finishing. The creator of this elegant zoo is Matteo Cibic, who conceived Table Joy Collection...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Blown Glass
Tipì and Tidò Salt and Pepper Shakers Set in Mouth Blown Glass by Matteo Cibic
By Matteo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Tipì and Tidò are two small creatures that make up a salt and pepper set, this product is made in mouth blown glass with a grooved finishing. Tipì and Tidò set is part of Table Joy, a collection designed by Matteo Cibic whose items are a family of bizarre creatures in glass, inspired by some otherworldly menagerie. Thanks to these sophisticated objects, the table becomes an animated stage of zoomorphic and joyful elements. Tipì and Tidò set is perfect if accompanied by Lilì and Lulù, an oil and vinegar dispensers...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Blown Glass
Bubble Dressing Set in Blown Glass by Gordon Guillaumier
Located in Milan, IT
Bubble, designed by Gordon Guillaumier, is a transparent blown glass set of four pieces for dressing: the set consists of a salt Shaker, a pepper shaker, an oil dispenser...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Blown Glass, Cork
Ornamental by Lameice Abu Aker Mouth-Blown Pastel Pitcher "Eye Candy"
Located in Jerusalem, IL
This piece is designed by Lameice Abu Aker a Palestinian designer based in Jerusalem.
Mouth-blown, lampworked, and shaped, in Jaba' a small village in the Palestinian Territories. pr...
Category
2010s Modern Tableware
Materials
Glass
Pair of Japanese Bamboo Pattern 950 Sterling Silver Reticulated Napkin Rings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Bamboo napkin rings.
In 950 sterling silver.
Likely produced in post-war Japan.
With an openwork pattern of bamboo stalks and leaves around the circumference.
Mar...
Category
20th Century Japanese Modern Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Lava Tray by Slow Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Lava Tray by Slow Design
Unique Piece.
Dimensions: D 1 x W 26 x H 34 cm.
Materials: Glass and pigments.
Our mirrors are handmade one by one. This means that each mirror and tray is...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Glass
Cartier Modern Classical Sterling Silver Caviar Serving Pair in Original Case
By Cartier, Kosca 1
Located in New York, NY
Modern Classical sterling silver caviar set. Retailed by Cartier in New York. This set comprises knife and scoop both with reeded cylindrical handle. Bowl and blade clear acrylic. In...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Customizable Forged Culinary Damask Steel Knife by Costantini Design, Damascus
Located in New York, NY
Customizable forged culinary Damascus Steel Knife from Costantini Design.
This handmade knife is available as shown or with a San Mai blade, and the ha...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Tableware
Materials
Steel
Travertine Cylinder Bowl
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
This substantial silver travertine bowl is beautifully handcrafted from a single piece of genuine travertine and honed for a silky mat finish. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Tableware
Materials
Travertine
Contemporary Cutlery Silver Plated Set Handcrafted in Italy by Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
Elevate your dining experience with our Artefacto cutlery set. A fork, spoon, and knife – meticulously crafted from plated brass. Inspired by geometric forms and ornamental symbolism...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Brass
Leather Trinket Tray - Small Square Object Holder - Handmade - Color: Savannah
Located in Curitiba, Parana
OBJECT HOLDER
The Trinket Tray/Object Holder Line can be used as organizers for everyday objects or as your imagination suggests.
Made of genuine leather, the Italian border finish...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Tableware
Materials
Leather
Leather Trinket Tray - Small Square Object Holder - Handmade - Color: Vanilla
Located in Curitiba, Parana
OBJECT HOLDER
The Trinket Tray/Object Holder Line can be used as organizers for everyday objects or as your imagination suggests.
Made of genuine leather, the Italian border finish...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Tableware
Materials
Leather
Leather Trinket Tray - Medium Square Object Holder - Handmade - Color: Marine
Located in Curitiba, Parana
OBJECT HOLDER
The Trinket Tray/Object Holder Line can be used as organizers for everyday objects or as your imagination suggests.
Made of genuine leather, the Italian border finish...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Tableware
Materials
Leather
Leather Trinket Tray - Medium Square Object Holder - Handmade - Color: Caramel
Located in Curitiba, Parana
OBJECT HOLDER
The Trinket Tray/Object Holder Line can be used as organizers for everyday objects or as your imagination suggests.
Made of genuine leather, the Italian border finish...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Tableware
Materials
Leather
Large Pino Boxes by Antrei Hartikainen
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Pino boxes by Antrei Hartikainen
Materials: Oak, natural oil wax
Dimensions: D 9, W 9, H 5 / 9,5 / 14cm
A set of three vertical and two horizontal stacking boxes constructed o...
Category
2010s Finnish Modern Tableware
Materials
Oak
Set of five cookware by Giò Ponti for ArtKrupp Berndorf and Sambonet
Located in Lugo, IT
Five pots, two of production Art Krupp Berndorf 29,5 cm 21 cm 6 cm 140 cl
Three Sambonet production, the largest 31.5 cm 24.5 cm 11 50 series.
Designed by Gio Ponti
Good Condition...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Modern Tableware
Materials
Alpaca
Contemporary Silver Plated Perla Cup White Handcrafted Italy by Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
Elevate your daily tea or coffee ritual with our exquisite Perla cup. Handcrafted with plated brass, its geometric silhouette narrows at the base for a sleek and minimal aesthetic. T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
Contemporary Gold Plated Tea Cup Onyx Stone Handle in Italy by Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
Elevate your daily tea or coffee ritual with our exquisite Onix cup. The plated brass cup is handcrafted in Italy using sheet turning techniques. The handle, adorned with a Onix ston...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Metal, Gold Plate
Contemporary Silver Plated Teapot Stone Handles Handcrafted Italy Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
Part of the duality objects collection, OHO, is a harmonious blend of contemporary design's expressive freedom and the profound expertise of silverware workshops. This piece serves a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass
Contemporary Silver Plated Ice Bucket Sculptural Feet Carved by Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
Designed as part of a collection for the Venice Biennale, the Ice Cooler epitomizes Natalia Criado’s fusion of Colombian symbolism and Italian artistry. The "exotic" three feet that ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Brass, Silver Plate
Freezable swizzle stick
Located in Jerusalem, IL
Behold the enchanting alchemy of craftsmanship in our mouth-blown swizzle sticks, a fusion of elegance and functionality. Designed to gracefully stir and cool beverages without alter...
Category
2010s Palestinian Modern Tableware
Materials
Blown Glass
Giraffe Handpainted Iron Tray
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Handpainted Giraffe iron tray
this product is unique and handmade and can be used as a serving tray of just as a decorative item
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Iron
Transgrid wood tray - Set (Imbuia - 3 pieces)
Located in São Paulo, BR
The name TRANSGRID is the union of the words TRANSFORMATION and GRID. This junction created a third word representing the transgression of the orthogonal, regular and Cartesian geome...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Tableware
Materials
Wood
Pink Marble Wine Bottle Stand
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Put your wine on a style. Crafted entirely from marble, this wine holder is a beautiful way to put your favorite wine bottle on a kitchen counter or table, and is striking enough to ...
Category
2010s Modern Tableware
Materials
Marble
Red Zebra Handpainted Iron Tray
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Handpainted red Zebra iron tray
this product is unique and handmade and can be used as a serving tray of just as a decorative item
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Iron
Silver Travertine Cylinder Bowl with Lid
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern travertine bowl from Kiwano. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine vases ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Tableware
Materials
Travertine
Travertine Cylinder Bowl with Lid
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern travertine bowl from Kiwano. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine vases ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Tableware
Materials
Travertine
Silver Travertine Cake Stand
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Put your delectable desserts on a pedestal with this gorgeous travertine cake stand from Kiwano. Hand crafted by Turkish artisans, this stylish d...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Tableware
Materials
Travertine
Zebra Handpainted Iron Tray
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Handpainted Zebra iron tray
this product is unique and handmade and can be used as a serving tray of just as a decorative item
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Iron
Handblown Glass Sunrise Sunset Cup 4
By Fort Makers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Surrealist-inspired sunrise sunset cups are hand blown in a kaleidoscope of ombre colors and adorned with contrasting orb handles to evoke a looking glass, a glimpse into a miniature...
Category
2010s American Modern Tableware
Materials
Blown Glass
Hand Dyed Linen Table Runner, Jade Green & Indigo Blue
By ROUSSEAU
Located in New York, NY
Jade green linen table runner dyed with indigo in Pleat pattern. Hand-dyed and sewn in New York City. Runner measures approximately 18 x 72 inches. Each linen runner is hand dyed and...
Category
2010s American Modern Tableware
Materials
Linen
Hand cut Crystal Saltshaker set Ambrosià (2-piece set: clear & amber)
Located in Glendale, CA
Ambrosià Crystal Salt & Pepper Shakers are exquisite tableware items designed to add a touch of elegance and sophistication to any dining experience. Crafted from high-quality gray crystal, these shakers are delicately shaped and designed with intricate patterns that catch the light beautifully. These functional salt and pepper shakers serve as stunning decorative elements and are perfect for special occasions, formal dinners, or as statement pieces for a stylish home. Each crystal Salt and Pepper Shaker...
Category
2010s Modern Tableware
Materials
Crystal
Elephant Pink Handpainted Iron Tray
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Handpainted Elephant iron tray
this product is unique and handmade and can be used as a serving tray of just as a decorative item
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Iron
Twelve-person modernist dinner cutlery set in brass.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A twelve-person modernist dinner cutlery set in brass.
Comprising twelve dinner knives and twelve dinner forks.
Swedish design.
Late 20th century.
Marked.
In excellent condition.
Kni...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Modern Tableware
Materials
Brass
Four-person modernist dinner cutlery set in brass. Late 20th C.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A four-person modernist dinner cutlery set in brass.
Comprising four dinner knives and four dinner forks.
Swedish design.
Late 20th century.
Marked.
In excellent condition.
Knife: L ...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Modern Tableware
Materials
Brass
A six-person modernist dinner cutlery set in brass.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A six-person modernist dinner cutlery set in brass.
Comprising six dinner knives and six dinner forks.
Swedish design.
Late 20th century.
Marked.
In excellent condition.
Knife: L 22....
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Modern Tableware
Materials
Brass
Pink Crab Handpainted Iron Tray
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Handpainted iron tray
Pink Crab design
perfect as a serving tray or as an amazing vide poche.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Iron
Modern tableware for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern tableware for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage tableware created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern tableware made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original tableware, popular names associated with this style include André Fu, Kartell, Patricia Urquiola, and Coralla Maiuri. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for tableware differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $15 and tops out at $69,597 while the average work can sell for $308.
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