Large 18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Mug with Lid
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large 18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Mug with Lid
Antique 18th Century Chinese Porcelain
Porcelain
Large 18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Mug with Lid
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large 18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Mug with Lid
Porcelain
$716Sale Price|20% Off
18th Century Chinese Export porcelain Can/Mug Depicting Archery, As Found*
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Can/Mug Depicting Archery, As Found* A rare and unusual subject in Chinese export porcelain.
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Porcelain Tankard Mug China Encre de Chine Grisaille, 18th Cen
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nice example of 18th c export porcelain grisaille tankard, Qianlong, China, 18th century. Grisaille In art, deriving from the French word gris (gray) this refers to painting ...
Porcelain
18th Century Meissen Ink Mug in Blue Painting, circa 1750
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Meissen ink mug with so-called blue painting corpus margin also painted with blue border. Meissen Schwertermarke under glaze, circa 1750.
Antique George II 18th Century Richard Gurney & Thomas Cook Sterling Silver Mug
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful George II baluster form sterling silver 1/2 pint mug. By Richard Gurney & Thomas Cook in 1733. With an engraved family crest to the front & the applied cast double scro...
Sterling Silver
Large Group of Antique German Pewter Mugs, Tankards, and Ewers
Located in London, GB
The pieces were produced in Germany at various times during the 18th and 19th centuries. The pieces are variously marked and are designed in a variety of styles.
Pewter
Worcester Porcelain Plantation Pattern Cider Mug
By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Worcester porcelain Plantation pattern cider mug / tankard Date : c1775 Period : George III Marks : None Origin : Worcester. England Colour :Blue and white Pattern : Plan...
Porcelain
Kangxi Imari Porcelain Mug 'Tankard', 1700s
Located in Norton, MA
Kangxi Imari Porcelain Mug(Tankard), from the 1700s. A supper and rear antique from the Kangxi period. Height is 4 1/2", 3 1/2" in diameter, and 5" wide with the Handle.
Porcelain
Georgian Newcastle Sterling Silver Half Pint or Christening Mug
By David Crawford, Newcastle 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Georgian Newcastle sterling silver half pint/christening mug; an addition to our range of diverse Newcastle silverware. This fine antique George III ...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Grand Old Duke of York Prince Frederick Creamware Mug
By Staffordshire
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Grand Old Duke of York Prince Frederick Creamware Mug Date :c1794 Period : George III Marks : None Origin : Staffordshire Colour : Transfer printed Features : Named depicti...
Creamware
George III Mug Made in London by Thomas Farren, 1734
By Thomas Farren
Located in London, GB
A Fine George III Mug Made in London in 1734 by Thomas Farren. This fine mug stands on an applied circular foot and has a baluster main body and everted rim. This piece has a scroll...
Silver
Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Lidded Tankard / Beer Mug 1771
By Thomas Wallis II
Located in London, GB
A classic Antique George III solid silver Lidded Tankard in a traditional straight sided design. The Tankard has a spread foot and a hinged domed lid and has an engraved crest and mo...
Sterling Silver
George II Tot Mug Made in London by Joseph Sanders, 1734
Located in London, GB
A Fine Early George II Tot Mug Made in London in 1734 by Joseph Sanders. The Tot Mug stands on a circular spreading foot which is decorated with reeded bands. The bell shaped body ...
Silver
Pair of Early George III Mugs by Whipham & Wright, London, 1764.
Located in London, GB
A very fine pair of early George III Mugs made in London in 1764 by Thomas Whipham II & Charles Wright. The Mugs stand on an applied circular foot decorated with reeding. The slight...
Silver, Sterling Silver
George II Half Pint Mug Made in London by Thomas Moore, 1758
By Thomas Moore
Located in London, GB
A Fine George II Half Pint Mug Made in London in 1758 by Thomas Moore The Mug stands on a circular spreading foot decorated with reeding. The main body is baluster shaped in form, w...
Silver
Early Antique George I Silver Lidded Tankard / Beer Mug London England 1726
Located in London, GB
A magnificent early 18th Century George I Sterling Silver Lidded Tankard with a classic plain straight sided form.
Sterling Silver
A Worcester Porcelain Hancock L'Amour and Whitton Anglers Print Mug, c1765
By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
A Large Worcester Porcelain Hancock Whitton Anglers and L'Amour Print Bell Shaped Mug, c1765 Additional information: Date : c1760-70 Period : George II / George III Marks : None Or...
Porcelain
George I Ladys Drinking Mug Made in Newcastle by John Carnaby, 1721
Located in London, GB
Newcastle. A Very Rare George I Ladys Drinking Mug Made in Newcastle in 1721 by John Carnaby. The Mug has slightly tapering sides and a tucked in base, with spreading foot attached....
Silver
Rare Large Irish Georgian Silver Lidded Tankard Beer Mug Dublin, Ireland 1783
Located in London, GB
A magnificent oversized Antique Irish George III Silver Lidded Tankard. This Georgian Silver Tankard has a classic baluster shape with a bellied body and standing on a spread pedesta...
Sterling Silver
Exceptional Antique George III Sterling Silver Mug, London, 1743
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This 18th Century silver mug is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentation condition.
Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Georgian Silver Lidded Tankard/ Beer Mug 1780 George III
Located in London, GB
A classic antique George II solid Silver lidded Tankard. This Silver Georgian Quart Tankard has an impressive domed hinged lid with a shaped thumb piece and a substantial scroll hand...
Sterling Silver
$267Sale Price|30% Off
English Pewter Mugs Antique Cup Silver Pewter Jug, Drink Glass 1850s Tankard Cup
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique English Pewter Mug 18th Century Hammered One-Pint Tankard Cup An exceptional 18th-century English pewter mug, crafted in the traditional hammered one-pint tankard form with e...
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Pewter
18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Mug
Located in Nashville, TN
Chinese export porcelain mug, with decoration in the Mandarin Palate and a shaped handle. China, circa 1775.
Porcelain
18th Century Chinese Export Blue and White Porcelain Mug
Located in Atlanta, GA
18th century Chinese export blue and white porcelain mug.
Porcelain
18th Century Chinese Export Blue and White Porcelain Mug
Located in Atlanta, GA
18th century Chinese export blue and white porcelain mug.
Porcelain
Unavailable
H 4.25 in W 5 in D 4 in
18th-19th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Mug with Applied Handle, Unmarked
Located in Atlanta, GA
18th-19th century Chinese export porcelain mug with applied handle, unmarked.
Porcelain
German Stoneware Mug
Located in Litchfield, CT
German stoneware mug with incised floral-motif decoration. Having cobalt and manganese glaze, Westerwald, circa 1710-1730.
Stoneware
Unavailable
H 3.75 in W 2.65 in D 0.1 in
Early 18th Century Antique George I Sterling Silver Half Pint Mug London 1722 Ma
By Matthew Lofthouse
Located in 53-64 Chancery Lane, London
A very elegant 18th century tapered half pint mug with a double scroll handle.
Silver
Unavailable
H 5 in W 4.7 in D 3.15 in
Mid-18th Century Antique George II Sterling Silver 3/4 Pint Mug Newcastle, 1759
By John Langlands I
Located in 53-64 Chancery Lane, London
A stylish mid-18th century plain formed provincial 3/4 pint baluster mug with an applied double scroll handle which is crowned with an elegant acanthus leaf thumb piece.
Silver
First Period Worcester Porcelain Mug
By Royal Worcester
Located in New York, NY
A fine First Period Dr. Wall Worcester porcelain blue and white bell shape mug decorated in the "Fence" pattern
Porcelain
Huge cider mug, Wedgwood, circa 1790
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
An oversized cider mug, in black basalt, with a Sheffield Plate rim. Probably not intended for use, but as an advertising gimmick; being intended to be put in the window of a tavern....
Stoneware
Turner Blue And White Jasper Mug
By Turner Wall Art
Located in New York, NY
A fine signed Turner blue and white jasper mug decorated with Lady Templetown subjects
Porcelain
Porcelain Mug with Blue and White Decoration
By Royal Worcester
Located in Leeds, GB
A lovely Worcester blue and white decorated cylindrical mug.
Polychrome Enameled Porcelain Mug, Compagnie des Indes
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
Polychrome enameled porcelain mug with a lake scenery decor of boats and figures. The handle in the shape of a dragon.
Polychrome Mug Tea Ceremony, Worcester, circa 1754
By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Scratch cross type mug, decorated with the tea ceremony pattern. Incised line to base near handle.
Porcelain
A Fine Signed Turner & Co Jasper Mug
By John Turner
Located in New York, NY
A fine signed Turner & Co blue and white jasper mud decorated in relief with classical figures
Porcelain
Unavailable
H 7 in W 8 in D 7 in
Chinese Export Porcelain Suite of Three Qianlong Period Mugs in Three Sizes
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Chinese export porcelain suite of three Qianlong period mugs in three sizes enameled in underglaze blue and painted with Y-ground in iron red and gold and blue underglaze, centering ...
Porcelain
A Rare Unmarked Neale & Co Jasper Child's Mug
By Neale & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A rare unmarked Neale & Co blue and white jasper child's mug decorated with classical figures over a basket weave design
Porcelain
George II Antique English Sterling Silver mug / tankard
By Thomas Whipham I
Located in London, GB
A very good quality George II half pint Sterling silver mug
Baluster Mug, Kakiemon Decoration, Bow Porcelain Factory, circa 1753
By Bow Porcelain
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Pint mug of baluster form with flared base and grooved strap-handle with heart-shaped termination. The face of the mug painted after the Kakiemon with the two Quail pattern. The reve...
Porcelain
Pair of Chinese Export Armorial Small Mugs, circa 1750
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of Chinese export porcelain armorial small mugs, each with the arms of Amyas and decorated with flower sprigs. See David S. Howard Chinese, Armorial Porcelain Vol I (London:...
Porcelain
Rare Trio of Chinese Export Famille Rose Mugs, Circa 1750
Located in London, GB
A very rare trio of mugs, Chinese export ware circa 1750 in the Famille Rose design.
Porcelain
Basalt Cider Mug with Sheffield Plate Rim, Wedgwood, circa 1790
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
An excellent cider mug with oak leaf decoration, and a silver rim, most likely Sheffield plate.
Stoneware
Delft, Polychrome cashmere beer mug with pewter lid 1700-1710
By Delft
Located in ROSSUM, GE
Polychrome cashmere beer mug with pewter lidDelft, 1700-1710 The pear-shaped beer mug with pewter lid stands on a short waisted foot and has an ear-shaped handle that ends in a rat ...
Ceramic, Faience
Unavailable
H 5 in Dm 3.5 in
Bell-Shaped Mug, Transfer Printed with Masonic Emblems, Worcester, circa 1770
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A lovely baluster-shaped mug, decorated with Masonic transfer prints. The shape delightful, the decoration full of interest.
Porcelain
An 18th Century English Creamware Mug
Located in Downingtown, PA
An English creamware pottery mug with a machine-turned body, featuring a twisted strap handle connected to the body of the mug with a flower and leaf terminal.
Creamware
18th Century Chinese Export Blue and White Mug with Handle
Located in Atlanta, GA
18th Century Chinese Export Blue and White Mug with Handle
Porcelain
18th Century Qianlong Chinese Export Porcelain Blue & White Mug
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A large blue and white Chinese export porcelain mug, made during the Qianlong Period circa 1775. This Chinese export porcelain mug is beautifully painted in cobalt blue glaze. The...
Porcelain
Late 18th Century Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Mug
Located in Katonah, NY
A large Blue and White Chinese porcelain mug hand-painted with a continuous scene showing a pagoda set amid exotic trees and mountains. The large cylindrical body has a loop handle w...
Porcelain
18th Century Sterling Silver Mugs Dublin Irish Baroque by Henry Daniele
Located in Epfach, DE
18th Century Sterling Silver Mugs Dublin Irish Baroque by Henry Daniele These two mugs are a rare and remarkable pair from the early 18th century, crafted in Dublin from solid sterli...
Sterling Silver
Two Early Antique Enamel & Gilt Decorated Opaline Glass Mugs 18th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
Two early antique opaline glass mugs offer hand enameled and gilt decoration, 18th century Measures - Smaller 4.25"h x 4"w x 3.375"d; Larger 5.875"h x 5.5"w x 4.5"d Catalogue Note:...
Opaline Glass
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H 5 in W 5.5 in D 4.25 in
Chinese Canton Porcelain Blue White Cantonese Tankard Mug Quianlong 18th Century
Located in Dublin, Ireland
A very fine Chinese export hand decorated blue and white porcelain tankard of unusually large proportions, superbly decorated depicting a continuous view of a Chinese village with a ...
Porcelain
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H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Large Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Lidded Tankard Beer Mug 1769 18th Century
Located in London, GB
A classic Antique George III silver quart Tankard with a traditional baluster shaped body. The Tankard has an domed lid with an ornate thumb piece above an impressive scroll handle. ...
Sterling Silver
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H 4.34 in W 5.52 in D 3.15 in
18th Century Queen Anne Period Antique Britannia Standard Silver Mug from 1705
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1705 by John Rand, this handsome, Queen Anne, antique, sterling silver mug, is straight sided, with a loop handle, reed detailing and engraved initials to the...
Britannia Standard Silver
Antique Mochaware Mug
Located in Katonah, NY
Every piece of Mochaware is unique. Decorated with a three color cable pattern of dark brown, light brown, and white slip this mug is a small gem! Made in England circa 1820 it would...
Creamware
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H 8.12 in W 5.71 in D 5.71 in
Antique German Silver Lidded Tankard / Beer Mug Berlin c 1700 early 18th century
Located in London, GB
A wonderful early 18th century Antique German Silver lidded Tankard in a traditional straight sided design with a low domed lid.
Silver
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H 4.93 in W 4.93 in D 2.96 in
18th Century George II Antique Sterling Silver Mug from 1748 by Fuller White
By Fuller White
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1748 by Fuller White, this fantastic antique, George II, sterling silver mug is hand raised, standing on a pedestal foot with an acanthus scroll handle. The m...
Sterling Silver
Chinese Export Armorial Mug
Located in Montreal, QC
Chinese export armorial barrek shaped mug. Qiang Long period (1736-1784).
Ceramic
Fine George I Mug
Located in London, GB
The Mug is of a large size with a slightly baluster body and everted rim decorated with a reeded band. This piece has an applied stepped foot, tucked in base and plain scroll handle....
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A George II Mug
Located in London, GB
The Mug stands on a circular spreading foot decorated with reeding. The main body is baluster shaped in form with an everted rim. This piece has a leaf capped scroll handle and is we...
Good George I Mug
Located in London, GB
The mug stands on a circular foot which is decorated with reeding. The sides are slightly tapering with a tucked in base and everted rim. The plain scroll handle is engraved with con...
Queen Anne Silver Mug
By John Wisdome
Located in New Orleans, LA
This fine English silver half-pint mug from the Queen Anne period bears the mark of London silversmith John Wisdome. The elegantly tapered, cylindrical form boasts a curious and marv...
Silver
Antique Sterling Silver George II Half Pint Mug 1748 Christening Mug
Located in London, GB
A classic Antique George II solid Silver half pint Mug with a traditional baluster form and with a scroll handle. The Mug has a plain, elegant exterior with a gorgeous patina commens...
Sterling Silver
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H 5 in W 6.5 in D 3.75 in
Antique Chinese Export Blue White Qing Dynasty Beer Tankard Childs Mug 18th Cent
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Fine early Chinese Export Hand Painted Blue and White Porcelain Mug or Beer Tankard, superbly decorated depicting a continuous view of flowers and foliage in underglaze varying shade...
Ceramic, Porcelain
Antique English Silver Mug
By Henry Chawner
Located in London, GB
A large antique sterling silver mug or tankard in the form of a barrel, hallmarked in London 1788 and made by Henry Chawner. Height to top of "barrel" is 14.6cms. Diameter 9.6cms. ...
Sterling Silver
A Longton Hall Porcelain Mug, c1760
By Longton Hall
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
A Longton Hall Porcelain Mug, c1760 Additional information: Date : Circa 1760 Period : George 11 or George 111 Marks :None Origin Longton, Staffordshire: Colour :Polychrome Pattern ...
Porcelain
Large Georgian Silver Mug Tankard, London, 1771
Located in Toronto, Ontario
18th century Georgian silver large Mug, London 1771, makers mark ID.
Rare Painted Creamware Mug of the Henry
Located in Downingtown, PA
The creamware mug has three hand-painted scenes. The image of a named ship, called Henry, the name John Fornear and a painting of a ruined abbey.
The name John Fornear w...
Rare William III Britannia Standard Drinking Mug
Located in London, GB
The mug has tapering sides which are decorated with three wide reeded bands. The lower section of the main body displays a band of swirl flutes and lobes below a band of foliate desi...
Antique Hester Bateman Sterling Silver Mug, 1761
Located in London, GB
This is another wonderful antique English silver baluster shaped mug by the celebrated silversmith Hester Bateman. It bears the hallmarks for London 1761 and the maker's mark of Hest...
Creamware Mug Printed with Courtship and Matrimony
Located in Downingtown, PA
Creamware mug printed with courtship and matrimony, late 18th century.
Creamware, Pottery
Antique George III Silver Tankard Mug 1787
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite antique George III English silver tankard with hallmarks for London 1787 and the makers mark of Samuel Godbehere & Edward Wigan. This large embossed tankard ...
3 Dr. Wall Worcester Blue and White Porcelain Mugs
By Royal Worcester
Located in Katonah, NY
These 3 mugs are part of our collection of Dr. Wall Worcester Blue and White 18th century porcelain.
Porcelain
1780s Georgian Sterling Silver Christening or Children's Mug
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This 18th century silver mug is an exceptional gauge of silver for its type, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition in keeping with age.
Silver, Sterling Silver
Very Rare William & Mary Mug by IG Crowned
Located in London, GB
This William & Mary rarity was made in London in 1689 and is stamped with the maker's mark of IG Crowned with a star below, all in a shaped punch. This mark is illustrated on page 1...
Barrel Form Georgian Mug or Cann, Sterling, 1775
Located in Litchfield, CT
This wonderful Georgian barrel-form Sterling Silver Mug or cann bears the marks of William Grundy, London, with a date mark of 1775. The bulbous form is reeded with a loop handle and...
Sterling Silver
An Large Prattware Mug depicting Admiral George Rodney.
Located in Downingtown, PA
Reference: (http://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/history/naval-leaders/lord-george-rodney/)
'He never let slip an opportunity to bring opponents to action, or being himself in ...
Antique George II Georgian Silver Christening Mug, 1729
By Timothy Ley
Located in London, GB
A Classic George II antique sterling silver Christening mug in a simple, elegant design so typical of the Georgian Period. The mug has a substantial scroll handle and stands on a spr...
Sterling Silver
Antique Silver Mug By Paul de Lamerie 1719
Located in London, GB
The Victoria and Albert Museum describes him as the "greatest silversmith working in England in the 18th century". De Lamerie was born in Hertogenbosch in the Netherlands.
Silver
Pair of Large Canton Style Famille Rose Chinese Porcelain Vases
Located in London, GB
Pair of large Canton style famille rose Chinese porcelain vases. Qing Dynasty, late 19th century Measures: height 65cm, diameter 25cm Crafted from porcelain and executed in the ...
Porcelain
Chinese Qianlong Mark Chinese Famille Rose Vase with Bats
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning antique Chinese Qing porcelain famille rose vase decorated with bats with Qianlong mark and possibly of the period. The impressive vase of lobed form is painted with shou ...
Porcelain
Antique Rare Chinese Enameled Famille Rose Porcelain Bowl
Located in Brea, CA
Qing dynasty an unique antique important rare Chinese enameled Famille rose porcelain bowl with mark DaQingDaoGuangNianZhi , hand painted. excellent condition, Measures: 4.75” x 2.25...
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Famille Rose Floral Punch Bowl, 19th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
During the 18th century, Europeans provided an eager market for Chinese export porcelain, especially the colorful and fanciful ware known as “famille rose.” Named for a palette of op...
Porcelain
18th Century Chinese Export "Rockefeller Pattern" Punch Pot
Located in Dallas, TX
"Rockefeller Pattern" / Chinese Export Famille Rose Mandarin-Pattern punch pot (or large tea pot) and cover. Qianlong Period (1736-1795), the vessel finely enameled to each side with...
Porcelain
18th Century, Chinese Export Coral and Puce Porcelain Tea Service
Located in Downingtown, PA
Chinese export porcelain service spectacularly decorated with a smart coral scale ground with panels of puce flowers. The service comprises 11 saucers, teapot and cover, bowl, co...
Porcelain
$1,500
H 1 in W 14.5 in D 11.25 in
Italian-Market Chinese Export Armorial Porcelain Dish, Marchesi di Sorbello Arms
Located in Downingtown, PA
The Coat-of-Arms on this Chinese Export armorial are for the Marchesi di Sorbello from a service ordered by Uguccione III Bourbon del Monte, 12th Marquis Regent of Sorbello (1737-181...
Porcelain
$4,000
H 1.5 in W 12.75 in D 8.5 in
Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Lobed Dish, Pole Family, Ship Scenes, 1745
Located in Downingtown, PA
Chinese Export Armorial Porcelain Dish, Arms of Pole, Qianlong, Circa 1745 Circa 1745 Armorial porcelain with a story you can read right off the surface. This lobed oval Qianlong p...
Porcelain
$1,125
H 1 in Dm 11.25 in
18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Cake Plate / Charger with Armorial Crest
Located in Atlanta, GA
18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Cake Plate / Charger with Armorial Crest
Porcelain
Circa 1780-1810 Chinese Export Porcelain Platter
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1780-1810 Chinese export porcelain platter. The center & conforming border feature gilded sepia ground flowers with famille rose vines & dotted rose & blue flowers....
Porcelain
Pair of Chinese Export Famille Verte Pillows
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Chinese Export Famille Verte pillows, Rare to find a pair, each one decorated with figures in landscape, opposing, presents beautifully as a pair. With pierced floral trellis...
Porcelain
Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?
Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.
Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.
Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.
“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”
Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.
At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.
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