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20th Century Meissen Porcelain Cookie/Ginger Jar
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a 20th century Meissen porcelain cookie/ginger lidded jar. It depicts a barrel shaped jar
Category

20th Century German Jars

Materials

Porcelain

20th Century Meissen Porcelain Cookie/Ginger Jar
20th Century Meissen Porcelain Cookie/Ginger Jar
$520 Sale Price
20% Off
H 7.25 in Dm 6.25 in
A 20th century Meissen porcelain set, Germany
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Delft, NL
A 20th century Meissen porcelain set, Germany A porcelain set, manufactured by Meissen in Germany
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20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

20th Century Meissen Bowl
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful goldpleated and hand painted Meissner lidded box. Very special.
Category

20th Century European Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

20th Century Meissen Porcelain Box
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful Meissen porcelain box.
Category

20th Century European Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

20th Century Meissen Coffee Cup With Saucer
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen Porcelain coffee cup with saucer richly hand painted decorated with gold.
Category

20th Century European Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Leopard Attacking a Snake, 20th Century
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality 20th Century Meissen porcelain model of a Leopard attacking a snake. Batch 71
Category

20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Leopard Attacking a Snake, 20th Century
Meissen Leopard Attacking a Snake, 20th Century
$5,478
H 5.91 in W 10.24 in D 5.12 in
Meissen Reticulated Floral Insect Porcelain Oval Basket Dish 8.5"
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 20th century Meissen porcelain dish. Oval form with pierced basket weave sides, scalloped
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Early 20th Century Serving Pieces

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Reticulated Floral Insect Porcelain Oval Basket Dish 8.5"
Meissen Reticulated Floral Insect Porcelain Oval Basket Dish 8.5"
$280 Sale Price
20% Off
H 1.5 in W 6.25 in D 8.5 in
A 20th C. Meissen Blanc de Chine Porcelain Figural Couple, Lady and Man
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
A 20th Century Meissen Blanc de Chine Porcelain Figural Couple, Lady and Man. A finely dressed
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Vintage 1910s German Louis XVI Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Meissen Blue Onion Square Scalloped Porcelain Dish
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely antique early 20th-Century Meissen blue onion square hand painted porcelain dish with
Category

Early 20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Meissen Blue Onion Square Scalloped Porcelain Dish
Antique Meissen Blue Onion Square Scalloped Porcelain Dish
$440 Sale Price
20% Off
H 2 in W 10.25 in D 10.25 in
Fine Meissen Porcelain Model of a Silver Feathered Pheasant
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
A Large and Fine Quality 20th Century Meissen Porcelain Model of a Silver Feathered Pheasant
Category

20th Century German Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Fine Pair of Meissen Porcelain Models of Eagles Resting on Branches
By Johann Joachim Kaendler, Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
A fine pair of Early 20th Century Meissen Porcelain models of eagles naturalistically resting on
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20th Century German Rococo Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Dresden 5 Arms Porcelain Candelabras, circa 1930s a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
Product details A good quality pair of early 20th century Meissen Porcelain five branch
Category

Early 20th Century German Victorian Candelabras

Materials

Porcelain

A Large 121 Total Piece 20th C. Meissen Porcelain Green Vine Table Service
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
A Tremendously Large 121 Piece 20th Century Meissen Porcelain Green Vine Table Service. This
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Mid-20th Century German Other Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain Figure Bacchus with Grapes, Wine Jug, Late 19th/ Early 20th C
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Meissen Porcelain Figure of Bacchus with Grapes and Wine Jug, Late 19th–Early 20th Century
Category

Early 20th Century German Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain Sculpture, 19th Century Style, 20th Century.
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Meissen porcelain sculpture, 19th century style, 20th century. A Meissen porcelain sculpture of a
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20th Century German Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Cobalt blue Gold Bouquet A big vas, 20th Century
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Uppsala , SE
Meissen porcelain vase, 20th century Germany. Trumpet form, white porcelain. Decorated with cobalt
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Early 20th Century German Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Rococo Porcelain Blue Onion Meissen Central Piece Fruit Stand 20th Century
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Uppsala , SE
Rococo Porcelain Centre piece Fruit Stand Blue White Meissen Germany 20th Century The Blue Onion
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20th Century German Rococo Centerpieces

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Porcelain Parrots Signed Meissen, Germany, Early 20th Century
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of porcelain parrots signed Meissen. Germany, early 20th century.
Category

Early 20th Century German Belle Époque Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Porcelain Parrots Signed Meissen, Germany, Early 20th Century
Pair of Porcelain Parrots Signed Meissen, Germany, Early 20th Century
$8,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 9.06 in W 5.91 in D 4.34 in
Meissen Coffee Set For 6 Persons Diadem, Indian Border No. 129, 20th Century
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
/ 1st quality Various embossed and painted numbers Made 2nd half of 20th century Condition: The
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Vintage 1960s German Other Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Coffee Set For 6 Persons Rich Dragon Red & Gold, 20th Century
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen Coffee Set for 6 Persons, decor number 320510 - Rich Dragon in reds, shaded gold, gold rim
Category

20th Century German Baroque Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

A Meissen Blue Porcelain Plate with Openwork Floral Rim, Early 20th Century
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Blue Porcelain Plate with Openwork Floral Rim, Early 20th Century Description: A Chinoiserie
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Early 20th Century German Chinoiserie Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Coffee Set For 6 Persons Rich Dragon Green & Gold, 20th Century
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen Coffee Set for 6 Persons, decor number 320310 - Rich Dragon in greens shaded gold, gold
Category

20th Century German Baroque Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Early 20th Century Vase in White Porcelain by Meissen with Rose Decoration
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Sofia, BG
Tall fine vase in white porcelain with rose decoration by Meissen. Marked at the bottom. Great
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Early 20th Century German Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Koffee, Tee & Dessert Set For 12 Pers., Indian Flowers, Germany, 20th C.
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
painted numbers Made 20th century Condition: The entire set is in excellent overall condition
Category

20th Century German Baroque Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Mid-Century Porcelain Wall Plaque with Angel Fish
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning German mid-century porcelain wall plaque or tile decorated with Angel fish by world
Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Two-piece tea service German manufacture Meissen, 1910
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vicenza, VI
anni del XX secolo, materiale porcellana di Meissen dipinta con motivi floreali e vegetali, manifattura
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20th Century German Other Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain, Meissen

Meissen Porcelain Monkey Musician Figurine
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
A FIne Meissen Porcelain Monkey Musician Figurine of superb quality. This unusual Monkey figurine
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20th Century German Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen porcelain box with red dragons
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Meissen porcelain box with red dragons Beautiful hand-painted Meissen porcelain box, both on the
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Meissen Blue Onion Coffee Pots
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Pair Meissen blue onion coffee pots 9" and 11" tall. Age appropriate wear with very minor flea
Category

20th Century European Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Meissen Blue Onion Coffee Pots
Pair Meissen Blue Onion Coffee Pots
$850 / set
H 11 in Dm 7 in
Pair of Meissen Kingfishers
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Brighton, Sussex
20th Century. Measures: Taller figure 24cm high Lower figure 14cm high Batch 71 61581 CYKN.
Category

Early 20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Meissen Kingfishers
Pair of Meissen Kingfishers
$3,287 / set
H 9.45 in W 3.15 in D 6.3 in
Collection of Four Meissen Porcelain Bird Models
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in London, GB
Collection of four Meissen porcelain bird models German, 20th Century Largest (parrot): Height
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20th Century German Rococo Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Collection of Four Meissen Porcelain Bird Models
Collection of Four Meissen Porcelain Bird Models
$6,163 / set
H 5.52 in W 3.94 in D 1.97 in
Meissen German Weiss Porcelain Garden Bird Figure
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
porcelain figure of a garden bird by renowned maker Meissen and dating from the 20th century. The quality
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen German Weiss Porcelain Garden Bird Figure
Meissen German Weiss Porcelain Garden Bird Figure
$335
H 4.34 in W 2.96 in D 2.76 in
Meissen German Weiss Porcelain Garden Bird Figure
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
porcelain figure of a garden bird by renowned maker Meissen and dating from the 20th century. The quality
Category

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Green Ming Dragon Porcelain Writing Set
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Long Island City, NY
A mid-20th century hand-painted porcelain desk accessories set by Meissen Porzellan, a prominent
Category

Mid-20th Century German Desk Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Green Ming Dragon Porcelain Writing Set
Meissen Green Ming Dragon Porcelain Writing Set
$4,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 15 in Dm 9 in
German Porcelain Fox, Meissen, 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
With Meissen crossed swords mark.
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20th Century German Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

German Porcelain Fox, Meissen, 20th Century
German Porcelain Fox, Meissen, 20th Century
$2,250
H 6.5 in W 10.5 in D 4.5 in
Pair, Antique Meissen Porcelain Ornithological & Gold Encrusted Chargers
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Atlanta, GA
Meissen (German, founded 1710), 20th century. A pair of fine quality porcelain chargers depicting
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20th Century German Aesthetic Movement Porcelain

Materials

Enamel

Pair, Antique Meissen Porcelain Ornithological & Gold Encrusted Chargers
Pair, Antique Meissen Porcelain Ornithological & Gold Encrusted Chargers
$760 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 0.25 in Dm 11.75 in
Meissen Porcelain Urn Snake Handles Amphora, Germany
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
An antique Meissen porcelain urn with snake handles amphora, circa early-20th century, Germany
Category

Early 20th Century German Urns

Materials

Porcelain

135 Piece Set of Meissen Porcelain Dinnerware
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Milford, NH
Meissen crossed sword marks on all pieces. The set dates to the early 20th century and is in very good
Category

Early 20th Century German Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

135 Piece Set of Meissen Porcelain Dinnerware
135 Piece Set of Meissen Porcelain Dinnerware
$3,500 / set
H 5.5 in W 14.5 in D 8.25 in
Meissen Porcelain Female Golfer Figurine by Peter Strang
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Simply a wonderful miniature from one of Meissen's masters! Date: Late 20th Century Overall
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20th Century German Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Handpainted and Goldpleated Porcelainplate
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen Porcelain plate/tray with hand painted floral motives and rich gold decor.
Category

Early 20th Century European Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain Cobalt & Gold Rim Decorated Sauce Boat
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Atlanta, GA
Meissen Porcelain Cobalt & Gold Rim Decorated Sauce Boat with attached under plate. Marked to
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20th Century German George IV Serving Pieces

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain Cobalt & Gold Rim Decorated Sauce Boat
Meissen Porcelain Cobalt & Gold Rim Decorated Sauce Boat
$200 Sale Price
20% Off
H 4 in W 7.75 in D 10.75 in
Set of Three German Porcelain Bird Figures by Meissen
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in London, GB
Set of three German porcelain bird figures by Meissen German, 20th Century Largest (magpie): Height
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20th Century German Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Three German Porcelain Bird Figures by Meissen
Set of Three German Porcelain Bird Figures by Meissen
$6,163 / set
H 8.27 in W 3.94 in D 1.97 in
Meissen Hand Painted Porcelain Plate
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vilnius, LT
Meissen porcelain plate in relief decor and hand painted in gold.
Category

Mid-20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Hand Painted Porcelain Plate
Meissen Hand Painted Porcelain Plate
$772
H 1.78 in Dm 11.23 in
Collection of Three German Porcelain Bird Figures by Meissen
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in London, GB
Collection of three German porcelain bird figures by Meissen German, 20th Century Largest: Height
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20th Century German Rococo Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Collection of Three German Porcelain Bird Figures by Meissen
Collection of Three German Porcelain Bird Figures by Meissen
$3,835 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 4.53 in W 4.93 in D 2.76 in
Meissen Porcelain "Little Gardener With Basket" Model #2
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Atlanta, GA
Meissen. The model was created in 1770s by Johann J. Kändler as a part of "Gärtenkinder" (LIttle
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20th Century German Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain "Little Gardener With Basket" Model #2
Meissen Porcelain "Little Gardener With Basket" Model #2
$556 Sale Price
20% Off
H 5.5 in Dm 3.25 in
Meissen Rococo Group 'The Good Father' by J.C. Schönheit, 20th Century
By Johann Carl Schoenheit, Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
model in 1785 Manufactory: Meissen Germany Dating: made 20th century Material: white
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Late 20th Century German Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Rococo Cobalt Blue Gilt Flowers Vase Meissen Germany
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Uppsala , SE
Meissen Amphora Vase This porcelain vase features a cobalt blue background with intricate gold
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Early 20th Century German Rococo Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of 19/20th C. Louis XVI Style Meissen Models of Golden Oriole Birds
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
A fantastic pair of 19/20th century Louis XVI Style Meissen Models of Golden Oriole birds. Each
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20th Century German Louis XVI Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of 19/20th C. Louis XVI Style Meissen Models of Golden Oriole Birds
Pair of 19/20th C. Louis XVI Style Meissen Models of Golden Oriole Birds
$8,400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 10.5 in W 7 in D 5 in
Pair of Antique German Painted Porcelain Cachepots by Meissen
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in London, GB
Pair of antique German painted porcelain cachepots by Meissen German, Early 20th Century Height
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Early 20th Century German Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain 'Swan Service' Dish, 20th century
Located in New York, NY
commemorate the 275th anniversary of the establishment of the Meissen Factory in Germany.
Category

20th Century Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain Reticulated Plate With Hand-Painted Floral And Gilded
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Norwood, NJ
quality and refinement that have defined Meissen since the early 18th century. The delicately molded and
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Mid-20th Century German Rococo Revival Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Blanc de Chine Porcelain Jester and Monkey Figure
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
dating from the 20th century. The figure stands on a narrow oval shaped base and wears a jacket with
Category

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Rococo Meissen B Form Serving Dish Bowl Cobalt Gold
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Uppsala , SE
Rococo Meissen B-Form This is a piece of Meissen porcelain, likely a serving dish or bowl, from
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Early 20th Century German Rococo Serving Pieces

Materials

Porcelain

Rococo Meissen B Form Serving Dish Bowl Cobalt Gold
Rococo Meissen B Form Serving Dish Bowl Cobalt Gold
$1,259
H 2.37 in W 7.88 in D 12.21 in
Meissen Figurine 'Estrella', Russian Ballet 'Carnival', by Paul Scheurich, 20th
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Marks: Meissen blue crossed underglaze sword mark of 20th century / first quality Model number 73304
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Late 20th Century German Biedermeier Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Figurine 'Chiarina', Russian Ballet 'Carnival', by Paul Scheurich, 20th
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
/ 5.11 in Marks: Meissen blue crossed underglaze sword mark of 20th century / first quality Model
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Mid-20th Century German Biedermeier Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Meissen Porcelain Figurine of a Girl with Flower Basket
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. 5'. Simply a wonderful antique Meissen figurine! Date: 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in
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20th Century German Rococo Revival Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Meissen Lidded Tureen with Putto Figure
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Blue crossed swords mark to the base. A footed bowl with a wide sight scalloped gilt rim with shell and acanthus leaf handles and decorated with insects and flowers. The lid is decor...
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Early 20th Century German Regency Serving Pieces

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Meissen Lidded Tureen with Putto Figure
Vintage Meissen Lidded Tureen with Putto Figure
$1,100
H 8.25 in W 13 in D 10.75 in
View of Meissen, Germany: A 16th Century Hand-colored Map by Braun & Hogenberg
By Franz Hogenberg
Located in Alamo, CA
destroyed its west towers, which were replaced only in the 20th century. Meissen lies to the northwest of
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16th Century Old Masters Landscape Prints

Materials

Engraving

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20th Century Meissen For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 20th century meissen for your home. Each 20th century meissen for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, porcelain and metal. Your living room may not be complete without a 20th century meissen — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right 20th century meissen, those designed in Rococo, Art Nouveau and Baroque styles are of considerable interest. A well-made 20th century meissen has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kändler and Paul Scheurich are consistently popular.

How Much is a 20th Century Meissen?

Prices for a 20th century meissen can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $80 and can go as high as $215,857, while the average can fetch as much as $797.

Finding the Right Dining-entertaining for You

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.

Questions About 20th Century Meissen
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What painting is the most important of the 20th century is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some notable works produced during the period include Paul Cézanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire, Pablo Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, Henri Matisse's The Dance and Jackson Pollock's Lavender Mist. Shop a large selection of 20th-century paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the history of glass-making goes back much further than the 1600s. It’s believed that they were making glass in different parts of the world at least 3,600 years ago, maybe even longer. During the late Bronze Age in Egypt and in Western Asia, glassmarking advanced significantly and was manipulated extensively to produce vessels, jewelry, and works of art. Shop a range of antique and vintage glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sir Isaac Newton invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century. He created it as a replacement for the refracting telescope, which tended to have poor optics. Find a collection of antique and vintage telescopes on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    17th-century Dutch portraiture has many similarities to other Baroque paintings, including rich colors, dark shadows and intense lighting. Many famous Dutch Baroque works lean toward realism. In Dutch portraiture, props and detailed backgrounds are uncommon. You'll find a collection of Dutch Baroque paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    British artist John Singer Sargent was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century. Other notable portraitists from the period include James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Eugène Delacroix, Théodore Géricault, Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassat, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of portrait paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.