Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Square Art Glass / Serving Dish by Erik Höglund for Boda, Sweden 1960s
By Boda, Erik Höglund
Located in Barcelona, ES
Emblematic Erik Höglund design. Square blue art glass piece, with a bull depicted at the centre of glass. Could be used as a serving element, or decorative tabletop object, or standi...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Antique French Whisky Glass Bottle, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Antique French whisky glass bottle.
By unknown manufacturer, France, circa 1950.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, pre...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
Italian Ceramic Vase by Bitossi
By Bitossi
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Italian Mid-Century Modern Glaze ceramic red vase by Bitossi 1960s.
Stamp on the bottom made in Italy, original ceramic in typical Bitossi red colour.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Large Ceramic Vase Hand Painted
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Italian Torquoise Ceramic large vase hand painted in gold 1960.
Large vase with gold flowers painted around the whole vase.
Tiny crack at the bottom.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Art Deco Style Mid-Century Modern Tea Set by Montagnani
By Montagnani
Located in Northampton, GB
Designed by Punta Bacola for Montagnani
From our Accessories collection, we are pleased to offer this uber stylish Tea Service in the Art Deco Style. The Service complete with a Tea...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Metal
Murano Glass Rhinoceros Designed by Antonio Da Ros for Cenedese
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This is a beautifully blown, somerso Murano glass rhinoceros. This piece was designed by Antonio Da Ros and blown by Fabio Tosi for Cenedese Ve...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Brutalist Belgian Tile Faced Entry Door Pull Handle, 1960s
Located in Zagreb, HR
Vintage Belgian architectural aluminium and glazed ceramic door pull from the 1960s
Abstract mid century design
In the style of Belgian ceramic tile artist Juliette Belarti
Beautiful bright colours, handcrafted ceramic door handle...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Aluminum
Flavio Poli Murano Sommerso Purple and Yellow Faceted Art Glass Vase
By Flavio Poli, Seguso
Located in Barcelona, ES
Lovely faceted Sommerso glass vase in purple, yellow and clear glass. Attributed to Flavio Poli for Seguso. Italy, 1960s.
Burgundy / purple glass with a layer in yellow glass submer...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sommerso, Glass, Murano Glass, Cut Glass, Art Glass
Very Large Antique Decorative Serving Plate, Belgian, Ceramic Charger, C.1920
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a very large antique decorative serving plate. A Belgian, ceramic charger with blue and white finish, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.
Of Impressive size, with ...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
1960s Mid-Century Italian Pink Cased Empoli Glass Pitchers Vases Apothecary Jars
Located in Haarlem, NL
Very pretty set of seven 1960s Italian Empoli Rossini and Stelvio Opalina Fiorentina cased glass vases, decanters and candy or apothecary jars. In sweet baby pink tone colours. A pre...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Opaline Glass
Midcentury Italian Pottery Candleholders
By Aldo Londi
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Unknown
Importer: Raymore
Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern
Specs: Pottery
These mid century Italian pottery candle hold...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Pottery
Solid Glass Block Bookends By Blenko
By Blenko Glass
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Solid Glass Block Bookends By Blenko, textured edge.
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
Vintage Fornasetti 70s for Winston - Collectible Ceramic Ashtray, Variazione 212
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Dive into the world of collectible ceramics with this vintage Fornasetti 70s ashtray from the iconic ‘Tema e Variazioni’ series, crafted in the Seventies for Winston brand. Adorned w...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Silver Plate Pitcher with Lizards by Emilia Castillo
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout modern form pitcher handcrafted in silver plate over hammered copper featuring a turquoise clad salamander or lizard as a handle and a smaller one attached to the side. Stam...
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Late 20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Stone, Silver Plate, Copper
13 Shoji Gold Highball Glasses by Imperial Glass
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
13 Shoji Gold Highball Glasses by Imperial Glass
Manufactured from 1965 until 1979 by Imperial Glass
A rare set of 13 Shoji Gold Highball Glasses by Imperial Glass, made from 1965 t...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
Odette Dijeux Signed Original Ceramic, circa 1950, Belgium.
Located in Brussels, BE
Beautiful Odette Dijeux signed vide-poche or dish, circa 1950, Belgium.
Enameled white and black ceramic with 3 hand-painted black and green striped fish .
Signed underneath: Odette ...
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1950s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Violet Purple Glass Vase, 20th Century, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A stunning purple small vase with geometric design, made by one of the many glass manufacturers based in the region of Empoli, Italy. Has "Made in Italy" embossed on the base. Would ...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
David Marshall off white ceramic and solid bronzes handles Vase Centerpiece
Located in Valladolid, ES
Outstanding antique modernist Vase in off white ceramic hand-made and solid bronze handles very exclusive piece by David Marshall , 70s , signed.
One of a kind and great piece, v...
Category
1970s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Bronze
Barovier Murano Emerald Green Gold Flecks Abstract Design Italian Art Glass Bowl
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown gold flecks and emerald green abstract swirl design Italian art glass bowl or ashtray. Documented to designer Ercole Barovier for the Barovier e T...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Gold Leaf
Submerged Murano glass centerpiece by Flavio Poli, 1960s
By Flavio Poli
Located in Palermo, PA
Mid-century submerged Murano glass centerpiece, attributed to Flavio Poli, from the 1950s-60s. This hand-modeled glass piece features striking burgundy and green hues. Its size makes...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Round Silver Pewter Napkin Rings in Red Boxes - Set of 12
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A large set of vintage pewter napkin rings. This is a set of 12 pieces, (4 in each box). Each ring is round and features a small lip around each end and is stamped with the word "Pew...
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Mid-20th Century Singaporean Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Pewter
Vintage Italian XL Bitossi by Aldo Londi Rimini Blu Signed Ceramic Pitcher 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Valencia, VC
Absolutely gorgeous Italian vintage ceramic pitcher by Aldo Londi for Bitossi from the Rimini Blu range. Handcrafted in Flavia Montelupo, Italy, circa the 1960s.
Large, heavy piece...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
1970s Mid-Century Modern serving tray or centerpiece with sea shells, Italy
Located in Palermo, PA
1970s tray featuring a charming bamboo frame and a beautifully lacquered bottom adorned with various seashells. The exact type of shells is uncertain, but they have a lovely, glossy ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Shell, Bamboo, Rattan
Large Barovier Toso Murano Red White Silver Flecks Heart Shaped Art Glass Bowl
Located in Barcelona, ES
Huge Midcentury Italian Murano Heart Centerpiece Bowl, Red and White Glass, Silver Flecks
Monumental hand blown Murano Sommerso heart shaped bowl in red and white glass with silver f...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
Mid 20th c. Sterling Silver Tazza on Round Foot - Barbara J. Walters Estate
By Pampaloni
Located in Morristown, NJ
Mid-20th c., Pampaloni Bichierogra, Florence, Italy, a two-handled tazza on a round foot with scroll handles, marked. The bowl is hammered.
Dimensions:
2"h x 4"l x 2.5"w
Condition:...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver
Mid 20th c. Sterling Bowl with Blue Enamel Interior - Barbara Walters Estate
Located in Morristown, NJ
Mid-20th c., a Danish sterling bowl with blue enamel interior and wire scroll handles, marked "E. Dragsted Denmark".
Dimensions:
3"h x 5.5"dia
Condition:
Good/Fair. Scratches to e...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Christofle Mid Century Fish Service Flatware Set & Serving Fork, Set of 22
By Christofle
Located in Ross, CA
Christofle fish service flatware set and serving fork designed by Lino Sebatti in France in the late 1950's/ early 1960's. The silverplated flatware is in a pattern called "Orly" .
...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver Plate
Ceramic Japanese Box, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceramic oriental Box, circa 1960.
By unknown artist from Spain.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a...
Category
1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Tobia Scarpa Battuto bowl Set of Three Venini Italy
By Tobia Scarpa, Venini
Located in Chicago, IL
Tobia Scarpa Battuto bowl Set of Three Venini Italy, Wheel-Carved Glass
1962-97 Blue and pink signed underside Venini, Yellow Unsigned
literature: Il Vetro di Murano Alle Biennali 18...
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1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
Vintage Bertoncello by Roberto Rigon Moon Shape Ceramic Pitcher, Italy, 1960s
Located in Valencia, VC
This Bertoncello sculptural ceramic pitcher from Italy, dating back to the 1960s, is a remarkable piece of Italian ceramic artistry. Roberto Rigon was a notable designer associated w...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-century Vintage Italian Alpaca Pineapple Ice Bucket, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-century vintage pineapple ice bucket by unknown artist, circa 1960.
Manufactured in Italy, circa 1960.
Made of Alpaca.
In original condition with minor wear consistent of age ...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Alpaca
Set of Vintage Michelin Man Tiles, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Embark on a journey of vintage charm with this exceptional set of tiles, featuring the iconic Michelin Man in a vibrant blue centerpiece, surrounded by original yellow tiles. Crafted...
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Set of Gio Ponti Reed & Barton "Diamond" Sterling Silverware
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Set of sterling silver flatware, designed by Gio Ponti for Reed and Barton, in the diamond pattern. A total of 18 place settings are a...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
Turned Rosewood Bowl by Salisbury ArtisansCirca 1950s Turned Wood
By Salisbury Artisans
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautifully turned rosewood bowl by Salisbury Artisans of Salisbury, CT, circa 1950s. This is a nice example of a modern take on a traditional turne...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Rosewood
Vintage Murano Multi-Colored Glass Ash Tray
Located in Munich, DE
Murano glass bowl, ashtray element.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
Vintage Midcentury Barware Rocks Glasses 1960s Gold Presidential Coins
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Midcentury vintage Set of 7 pieces 5-ounce rocks glasses 1960s gold printed presidential coins.
Cera 22-karat gold signed glassware barware.
Gold and black coin design.
The glasses f...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
Jean Lurcat Rare Large Signed Ceramic, circa 1950, France.
By Jean Lurçat
Located in Brussels, BE
Beautiful Jean Lurçat large balustre vase or jar, circa 1950, France.
Enameled ivory/blue ceramic with black, white and turquoise stylized decor with siren and leaves .
Limited editi...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
1970s Shell Lighter, France
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
1970 shell lighter, will feet well with modern ahtrays.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Metal
Small 1950's Italian Sommerso Murano Glass Vase Attributed to Flavio Poli
By Flavio Poli
Located in New York, NY
Attributed to mid-century Italian designer Flavio Poli, this 1950's vase is composed of green in amber sommerso Murano glass blown in a teardrop form with a bulbous bottom gracefully...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
Nerone Ceccarelli & Giancarlo Patuzzi for Gruppo NP2 Centerpiece
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Nerone Ceccarelli e Giancarlo Patuzzi for Gruppo NP2, centerpiece, aluminum, Italy, design 1971
Interesting and contemporary table piece designed by Gruppo NP2 in 1971. This piece h...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Aluminum
Arman ‘Violon’ Cutlery Service with 116 Pieces in Artistic Cabinet
By Arman
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arman, service with 116 parts in an artistic storage cabinet, gold plated silver, wood, plexiglass, velvet, France, 1971
An incredible violin service ‘Violon Menagère’, a 12-guest ...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver
Atelier CERENNE RENE NEVEUX VALLAURIS 50s French Ceramic Abstract pair plate
Located in Valladolid, ES
A bold and evocative abstract design decorates this mid century sculptural pair of plates from the Atelier Cerenne founded by Charles Rene Neveux in Vallauris, France in the commune ...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Michaela Frey for AK Kaiser Midcentury Op Art Lidded Bisque Porcelain Jar, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Modern Op Art matte bone white lidded jar of high quality matte bisque porcelain. The exterior is decorated with a beautiful organic dotted circle relief pattern on both lid and body. The interior has been given a white smooth highly glossy glaze. Designed by Michaela Frey...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
French Industrial Inspired Kitchen Island, Steel and Bronze Built Any Dimension
Located in Chicago, IL
An absolutely beautiful French Industrial inspired kitchen island built in our Chicago workshop to your custom specifications. This particular country French kitchen island was const...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Steel
Extra Large Carl Auböck Brass Key Cork Screw, Bottle Opener, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and very large mid-century corkscrew or bottle opener in the shape of a key, model no. 3687. This is the largest model available, measuring 6 inches in length. Designed a...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Brass
Mexican Modernist Mixed Metal and Abalone Scorpion Dish
Located in Houston, TX
Mexican Modernist mixed metal and Abalone Scorpion dish.
Large Mexican modernist or Mexican midcentury mixed metal and abalone scorpion dish, bowl or...
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1950s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel
Murano Sommerso Decanter c1970
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Murano sommerso decanter
Date : c1970
Origin : Murano, Italy
Colour : Ink and pale blue sommerso cased in clear.
Stopper : Elongated sommerso
Neck : Tapered
Body : Tapered
...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Art Deco Amber Glass Bowl on a Chrome Stand made in NY
By Farber Bros.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant Art Deco / Hollywood Regency style compote made by Farber Bros., New York, ca. 1940s. Amber colored glass bowl, atop a gracefully curved pedestal, sits inside a chrome overly. A classic Farber Bros. style that is perfect for candy, nuts or potpourri. Marked on the bottom, "Farber Bros. - N.Y.C. -
There is no marking on the glass bowl, but the majority of glass for Farber Bros. was made by Cambridge Glass Company. Other makers included Corning, Duncan and Miller...
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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Metal
Bottle Opener by Walter Bosse, circa 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Bottle opener by Walter Bosse, circa 1950s.
Original condition.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Metal, Brass
Box with ceramic lid by Mithé Espelt, 1960s
By Mithé Espelt
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Stunning decorative square box by Mithé Espelt, stained wood box covered with a ceramic lid showing a ultramarine blue circle framed with silver, gold and king blue glaze.
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Coffee Grinder I.D. 1940s-1950s Germany, Retro Kitchen
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage coffee grinder Leinbrock's Ideal 1940s-1950s Germany. Retro Kitchen Houseware.
Working coffee grinder
Completely checked and cleaned
...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sheet Metal
Vintage Reclining, Dancing Cancan Porcelain Ashtray by Takito, Japan, circa 1950
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A charming and Kitsch post-war porcelain ashtray. A finger-push makes this beauty rock from side to side. It was manufactured by Takito in Japan during the late 1940s or early 1950s....
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1940s Japanese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Italian MidCentury Serving Tray in Lucite, Rattan and Brass in Shell Shape, 1970
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Gorgeous serving tray, in the shape of a shell, made of lucite, rattan and brass.
Made in Italy in the 1970s.
Braided rattan is cast within the Lucite acrylic material. Beautiful workmanship.
The brass part is kept in original vintage version, with the patina from that time.
Since the shape is as a shell, the tray inside...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Brass
Vintage Swiss Plate Unique Piece by "Costa Ceramiche d'Arte"
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects.
Uniqu...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Fat Lava Floor Lamp Orange and Green Drip-Glazes by Walter Gerhards
Located in Verviers, BE
Dramatic fat lava floor lamp in green and orange glazes on a neutral stoneware ground, with a narrow neck, overload base and two bisected handles. ...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage 6 Florentine Handcrafted Silver and Luxion Crystal Glasses from R.C.R
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Linear and essential table service composed of six drinking glasses; the glasses are enriched by a solid silver mount, executed by hand lathe in an excellent way, in fact, the upper edge is obtained by turning the silver plate on itself, and, towards the base, a sturdy step was created that underneath was then folded over the base of the glass itself; this was done to wisely reinforce the whole mount so that it is integral with the body of the glass; also aesthetically the glass has a sober, elegant and clean line. From the punch, stamped on the silver part, it can be seen that the glasses were made between 1980 and 1985 by the Florentine silversmith and craftsman Cecconi Valerio, his workshop was located in Bagno a Ripoli, on the outskirts of Florence (Italy), the firm closed around 2000; he specialized in making crystal objects assembled with silver; he researched unique, original and special crystals for his items, and executed the silver supports with art and technique, creating high-quality objects. Also for our glasses, artisan Cecconi wanted to use a particular crystal produced by the company R.C.R. (Royal Crystal Rock...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver
Val Saint Lambert Vintage Stretch Fruit Dish or Flower Bowl in Clear Crystal
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage Val Saint Lambert stretch fruit dish or bowl in clear crystal. The item can be used as a table centerpiece or on a mantelpiece.
It has two large s...
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1950s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Crystal
Carl Auböck Fish Shaped Bottle Opener, Vienna, 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Carl Auböck fish shaped bottle opener, Vienna, 1950s
Bottle opener model no. 4687 Carl Auböck II.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mid-century Modern serveware, ceramics, silver and glass for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern serveware, ceramics, silver and glass 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 serveware, ceramics, silver and glass created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with glass, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern serveware, ceramics, silver and glass made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, popular names associated with this style include Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Cenedese, Rörstrand, and Piero Fornasetti. 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 serveware, ceramics, silver and glass differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $22 and tops out at $295,000 while the average work can sell for $679.
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