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Food Warmer with Brass Stand, Two Available
Food Warmer with Brass Stand, Two Available

Food Warmer with Brass Stand, Two Available

$1,400 / item

H 14 in W 22 in D 14 in

Food Warmer with Brass Stand, Two Available

Located in Sheffield, MA

Large covered stainless steel buffet food warmer with decorative brass frame. Shelf below to hold heating units.

Category

Early 20th Century Regency Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

LATE 17th CENTURY EMBOSSED BRASS FOOD WARMER
LATE 17th CENTURY EMBOSSED BRASS FOOD WARMER

LATE 17th CENTURY EMBOSSED BRASS FOOD WARMER

Located in Firenze, FI

In the past, embers were placed inside the food warmer, while the food to be kept warm was arranged in the upper part; the object could also be used as a foot or hand warmer.

Category

Late 17th Century Italian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Brass

19th Century Silverplate Food Warmer With Revolving Dome
19th Century Silverplate Food Warmer With Revolving Dome

19th Century Silverplate Food Warmer With Revolving Dome

Located in Dublin 8, IE

19th Century silverplate food warmer with revolving dome. The domed lid features intricate floral and foliate engravings, as well as a bone knob that when pushed back reveals two ori...

Category

19th Century British Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

English Sheffield Victorian Silver Plated Lidded Food Warmer Serving Platter
English Sheffield Victorian Silver Plated Lidded Food Warmer Serving Platter

English Sheffield Victorian Silver Plated Lidded Food Warmer Serving Platter

By Sheffield Silver Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique English Sheffield Victorian Silver Plated Lidded Food Warmer Serving Platter. Item features an ornate removable handle, lift-out serving platter, with footed base for hot wat...

Category

Early 1900s Victorian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Revolving Dome Oval Chafing Dish Food Warmer
Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Revolving Dome Oval Chafing Dish Food Warmer

Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Revolving Dome Oval Chafing Dish Food Warmer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Revolving Dome Oval Chafing Dish Food Warmer. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 8" H x 14" W x 8" D.

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Revolving Dome Oval Chafing Dish Food Warmer
Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Revolving Dome Oval Chafing Dish Food Warmer

Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Revolving Dome Oval Chafing Dish Food Warmer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Revolving Dome Oval Chafing Dish Food Warmer. Item features an ornate etched dome, paw feet, twin handles with urn finials.

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Food Warmer, English Ceramic, Silver Plate, Chafing Heat Dish, Edwardian
Antique Food Warmer, English Ceramic, Silver Plate, Chafing Heat Dish, Edwardian

Antique Food Warmer, English Ceramic, Silver Plate, Chafing Heat Dish, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique food warmer. An English, ceramic and silver plated chafing dish or heat plate, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Large Antique Buffet Food Warmer From The Household Supply Bond St. London
Large Antique Buffet Food Warmer From The Household Supply Bond St. London

Large Antique Buffet Food Warmer From The Household Supply Bond St. London

Located in Morristown, NJ

London, England C. 1884 a Boyd's Patent Campaign Cooker Food Warmer, also known as The Universal Heater.

Category

1880s English Art Nouveau Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Antique Christofle Silver Plated Food Warmer / Tureen & Covered Dome
Antique Christofle Silver Plated Food Warmer / Tureen & Covered Dome

Antique Christofle Silver Plated Food Warmer / Tureen & Covered Dome

By Christofle

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique silver plated food warmer or tureen. By Christofle et Cie. Consisting of a two-part oval meat or fish warmer with scroll feet and acanthus leaf handles with a confor...

Category

Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Sheffield Food Warmer/Serving Dish with Built-in Hot Water Reservoir
Antique Sheffield Food Warmer/Serving Dish with Built-in Hot Water Reservoir

Antique Sheffield Food Warmer/Serving Dish with Built-in Hot Water Reservoir

Located in valatie, NY

Antique Sheffield Food Warmer/Serving Dish with Built-in Hot Water Reservoir, with Hinged Cover, Turned Wooden Handles and Wood Finial.

Category

Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Sheffield Plate

19th Century English Sheffield Silver Plate Fine Food Warmer Dish Walker Knowles
19th Century English Sheffield Silver Plate Fine Food Warmer Dish Walker Knowles

19th Century English Sheffield Silver Plate Fine Food Warmer Dish Walker Knowles

By Walker, Knowles & Co.

Located in Savannah, GA

Sheffield silver large size tureen marked on the inside of the lid with a cross over a globe and the initials ITC which indicates it was made by Walker, Knowles and Co., 47 Burgess S...

Category

1840s English Regency Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Pair of Italian Wrought Iron Andirons with Food Warmer Late 16th Century Black
Pair of Italian Wrought Iron Andirons with Food Warmer Late 16th Century Black

Pair of Italian Wrought Iron Andirons with Food Warmer Late 16th Century Black

Located in Prato, IT

Firenze, 16th century Great craftsmanship typical of the Florentine Renaissance workforce. These andirons come from a palace of the Florentine nobility and were used in the large f...

Category

16th Century Italian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Iron

Nanking Warming Plate, Chinese Porcelain, Octagonal Design, 1810s
Nanking Warming Plate, Chinese Porcelain, Octagonal Design, 1810s

Nanking Warming Plate, Chinese Porcelain, Octagonal Design, 1810s

Located in Savannah, GA

According to the Victoria and Albert museum, a "Nanking warming plate is an antique warming plate, typically made of ceramic, that was used to keep food warm.

Category

1810s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Melon-Shaped Meat or Food Dome
19th Century Melon-Shaped Meat or Food Dome

19th Century Melon-Shaped Meat or Food Dome

$475

H 7.75 in W 14.5 in D 10.5 in

19th Century Melon-Shaped Meat or Food Dome

By Shaw & Fisher

Located in Sheffield, MA

Sheffield," this pewter food dome dates from circa 1850. Metal holds heat and, therefore, keeps food warm.

Category

19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Pewter

Large Chinese Export Porcelain Warming Dish With Lid
Large Chinese Export Porcelain Warming Dish With Lid

Large Chinese Export Porcelain Warming Dish With Lid

Located in Bradenton, FL

These unique types of dishes were used to keep food warmed by adding hot water to bottom of dish through the open side handles.

Category

19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Porcelain

Victorian Silver Plated Serving Dish with Hot Water Space
Victorian Silver Plated Serving Dish with Hot Water Space

Victorian Silver Plated Serving Dish with Hot Water Space

$275Sale Price / item|42% Off

H 3.25 in W 14 in D 8 in

Victorian Silver Plated Serving Dish with Hot Water Space

Located in Sheffield, MA

Can be used as a center piece, planter or hold-all. Food warm, chafing dish. OFFERING FREE SHIPPING TO CONTINENTAL US.

Category

Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Large Antique Handcrafted Decorative Round Pierced Copper Server With Lid
Large Antique Handcrafted Decorative Round Pierced Copper Server With Lid

Large Antique Handcrafted Decorative Round Pierced Copper Server With Lid

Located in New Orleans, LA

An antique large pierced Indian nut/food warmer of brass, copper and iron construction.

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Tribal Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Brass, Copper, Iron

William Hutton Arts & Crafts Pewter Muffin Dish with a Ruskin Jewell to the Lid
William Hutton Arts & Crafts Pewter Muffin Dish with a Ruskin Jewell to the Lid

William Hutton Arts & Crafts Pewter Muffin Dish with a Ruskin Jewell to the Lid

By Liberty of London, William Hutton & Sons

Located in London, GB

Inside you have a separate warming tray that sits above hot water keeping the food inside nice and warm.

Category

Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Pewter

Pair of Antique English Silver-Plate Three-Piece Entrée Servers, Sheffield
Pair of Antique English Silver-Plate Three-Piece Entrée Servers, Sheffield

Pair of Antique English Silver-Plate Three-Piece Entrée Servers, Sheffield

Located in North Palm Beach, FL

Complete with a fitted interior liner and a warming stand, the servers are as practical as they are beautiful—perfect for presenting and keeping food warm during formal dinners, holi...

Category

Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

1890s Drew & Sons Revolving Electroplate Silver Oval Serving Dish
1890s Drew & Sons Revolving Electroplate Silver Oval Serving Dish

1890s Drew & Sons Revolving Electroplate Silver Oval Serving Dish

Located in Germantown, MD

Keep your food warm when serving your guests. This lovely serving dish and warmer has a very ornate cover that rolls back..

Category

Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Antique Silver Plated Hot Servers by Hudkin & Heath and Mappin & Webb
Pair of Antique Silver Plated Hot Servers by Hudkin & Heath and Mappin & Webb

Pair of Antique Silver Plated Hot Servers by Hudkin & Heath and Mappin & Webb

By Mappin & Webb

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

The large entre warmer was produced as a food warmer. Both are well made with a sturdy construction and are in very good period condition respectively.

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique One-Piece Cooking Andiron from France, circa 1800
Antique One-Piece Cooking Andiron from France, circa 1800

Antique One-Piece Cooking Andiron from France, circa 1800

Located in Dallas, TX

Known as a "Landier" in French, this particular type of andiron was used in kitchens for keeping foods warm or roasting meats on a cooking rod. This piece has two holders on top, whi...

Category

Early 1800s French Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Iron

19th Century Chinese Export Green 'Fitzhugh' Hot Water Platter- Tureen *
19th Century Chinese Export Green 'Fitzhugh' Hot Water Platter- Tureen *

19th Century Chinese Export Green 'Fitzhugh' Hot Water Platter- Tureen *

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

These were of great use for keeping food warm. Hot water was poured through the left side spout into an open cavity below the platter, originally having a cork stopper.

Category

Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Edwardian Silverplate Revolving Domed Chafing Dish Server Warmer 14"
Antique Edwardian Silverplate Revolving Domed Chafing Dish Server Warmer 14"

Antique Edwardian Silverplate Revolving Domed Chafing Dish Server Warmer 14"

Located in Dayton, OH

Late 19th to early 20th century English Victorian / Edwardian silver revolving / rotating dome top serving / chafing / warming food dish. Oval, egg shaped dome shaped dish with four ...

Category

1910s Edwardian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Chinese Qing Canton Blue & White Export Porcelain Warming Dish 1800
Antique Chinese Qing Canton Blue & White Export Porcelain Warming Dish 1800

Antique Chinese Qing Canton Blue & White Export Porcelain Warming Dish 1800

Located in Portland, OR

The dish having handles at each side, one handle is also a spout allowing hot water to fill the reservoir below, and keep food above warm. The sides of the dish are decoarted with bl...

Category

Early 1800s Chinese Qing Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Porcelain

Spode Neo-classical Greek Pattern Blue Printed Hot Water Dishes
Spode Neo-classical Greek Pattern Blue Printed Hot Water Dishes

Spode Neo-classical Greek Pattern Blue Printed Hot Water Dishes

By Spode

Located in Downingtown, PA

To one side within the loop handle is an opening for the hot wat to warm the food and to the other side a blue-edged leaf.

Category

Early 19th Century Neoclassical Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Pearlware, Pottery

Firedogs Pair Iron Wrought Iron Mulling Cups Ripple Scroll Baroque 54cm 21" high
Firedogs Pair Iron Wrought Iron Mulling Cups Ripple Scroll Baroque 54cm 21" high

Firedogs Pair Iron Wrought Iron Mulling Cups Ripple Scroll Baroque 54cm 21" high

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

Elegant pair of Baroque wrought iron firedogs with mulling cups and spit racks for keeping food and liquids warm Exhibit gravitas, made for a large inglenook fireplace High quality w...

Category

18th Century English Baroque Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large, heavy French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs, 17th Century
Large, heavy French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs, 17th Century

Large, heavy French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs, 17th Century

$1,154 / set

H 28.94 in W 11.03 in D 22.84 in

Large, heavy French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs, 17th Century

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

The andirons have spit hooks to grill food and cups to warm drinks. In France this type of very old andirons are called 'landiers'.

Category

17th Century French Gothic Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Iron

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Pair of Silver Sheffield Food Warmers
Pair of Silver Sheffield Food Warmers

Pair of Silver Sheffield Food Warmers

Unavailable

H 9 in Dm 9 in

Pair of Silver Sheffield Food Warmers

Located in Savannah, GA

Descended through a Savannah estate, a pair of Sheffield domed food warmers, each warmer consisting of three pieces: the dome, the inside warming plate and the base holding hot water.

Category

19th Century British Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Antique Sheffield Domed Food Warmers
Pair of Antique Sheffield Domed Food Warmers

Pair of Antique Sheffield Domed Food Warmers

Unavailable

H 9 in W 12 in D 9 in

Pair of Antique Sheffield Domed Food Warmers

Located in Woodbury, CT

These unusual food warmers each have a cluster of a gourd, possibly pumpkin, and leaves on the top of the dome.

Category

19th Century Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Sheffield Plate

English Pottery Delftware Food Warmer, Mid-18th Century, London
English Pottery Delftware Food Warmer, Mid-18th Century, London

English Pottery Delftware Food Warmer, Mid-18th Century, London

Located in Woodstock, OXFORDSHIRE

A rare mid-18th century London delftware food warmer with basin and candleholder. Apart from its functionality the piece is decorative with it mask heads and imposing handles.

Category

1750s English Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Pottery

3 Pc of Matthew Boulton Silverplate Food Warmer Hand Chased, circa 1800
3 Pc of Matthew Boulton Silverplate Food Warmer Hand Chased, circa 1800

3 Pc of Matthew Boulton Silverplate Food Warmer Hand Chased, circa 1800

By Matthew Boulton

Located in WILMINGTON, CA

3 Pc of Matthew Boulton silverplate food warmer hand chased, circa 1800. Matthew Boulton Silverplate Hot Food, 1800.

Category

18th Century Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Blue Willow Ceramic Divided Grill Food Warming Plate
Vintage Blue Willow Ceramic Divided Grill Food Warming Plate

Vintage Blue Willow Ceramic Divided Grill Food Warming Plate

Located in Vineyard Haven, MA

A vintage blue willow ceramic plate mounted on an Excello 112 warming dish. This divided grill plate features a chinoiserie design. The divided plate includes two small wells and one...

Category

Late 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Ceramic

Three Small Silver Dish Covers or Food Warmers, American, 1920s
Three Small Silver Dish Covers or Food Warmers, American, 1920s

Three Small Silver Dish Covers or Food Warmers, American, 1920s

Located in Savannah, GA

Three small silver dish covers engraved R.I. Hospital 1922. Heavy plated silver marked G M Co (Gorham Manufacturing Company, Providence, R.I.).

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1920s American Antique Food Warmers

English Mahogany Cabinet

English Mahogany Cabinet

Unavailable

H 41 in W 44 in D 14.5 in

English Mahogany Cabinet

Located in New York, NY

A rectangular top with molded edge is above a frieze with brass stringing over two paneled doors flanked by brass columnar stiles, opening to an interior formerly fitted for food war...

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19th Century English Antique Food Warmers

Metal Rechaud with Wooden Handle
Metal Rechaud with Wooden Handle

Metal Rechaud with Wooden Handle

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H 11.82 in W 18.51 in D 10.63 in

Metal Rechaud with Wooden Handle

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

The metal heating bowl at the base is ideal for keeping food warm during meals, operating via a small lamp that can be easily lit.

Category

Early 20th Century French Modern Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Metal

Pair of 18th Century French Chateau Hand-Wrought Andirons
Pair of 18th Century French Chateau Hand-Wrought Andirons

Pair of 18th Century French Chateau Hand-Wrought Andirons

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H 27.5 in W 12.5 in D 23.25 in

Pair of 18th Century French Chateau Hand-Wrought Andirons

Located in San Francisco, CA

A magnificent pair of 18th century French Chateau hand-wrought iron andirons (chenets) with detailed metal work throughout (note the intricate barley sugar twist standards and the fr...

Category

18th Century and Earlier French Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Louis XIV French Forged Iron Basket Top Andirons with Hearts, 1700s
Pair of Louis XIV French Forged Iron Basket Top Andirons with Hearts, 1700s

Pair of Louis XIV French Forged Iron Basket Top Andirons with Hearts, 1700s

Located in Petaluma, CA

This is a beautiful pair of French early 18th century andirons hand made by a blacksmith in solid forged iron and enhanced by two hearts in the front and topped with two original rec...

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Iron

Turkish/ Arab Brass Brazier/ Mangal, 19th Century
Turkish/ Arab Brass Brazier/ Mangal, 19th Century

Turkish/ Arab Brass Brazier/ Mangal, 19th Century

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

These were known as portable braziers or 'outdoor' braziers-cayir mangali, and were used to warm food, grill meat, or pop-corn oft of doors.

Category

19th Century Turkish Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Brass

Antique Creamware Food Warmer
Antique Creamware Food Warmer

Antique Creamware Food Warmer

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H 10.5 in Dm 5.25 in

Antique Creamware Food Warmer

By Wedgwood

Located in Katonah, NY

An early creamware food warmer comprising a pedestal stand with applied lion's head mask, pinwheel shaped piercings, entwined strap handles with foliate terminals, holding a food bow...

Category

Late 18th Century British Neoclassical Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Creamware

Wedgwood English Pottery Creamware Veilleuse or Food Warmer
Wedgwood English Pottery Creamware Veilleuse or Food Warmer

Wedgwood English Pottery Creamware Veilleuse or Food Warmer

By Wedgwood

Located in Downingtown, PA

Literature: Reilly - Wedgwood: The New Illustrated Dictionary, p. 187, illustrates a food warmer with identical modeling. In that example, a kettle sits directly atop the warmer.

Category

Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Food Warmers

Italian Drink & Food Warmers
Italian Drink & Food Warmers

Italian Drink & Food Warmers

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H 26 in W 38 in D 13 in

Italian Drink & Food Warmers

Located in Los Angeles, CA

From Tuscany to your humble abode--original hand forged iron. Just pop it in the fireplace, indoor or outdoor!

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Food Warmers

Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Revolving Dome Oval Breakfast Food Warmer
Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Revolving Dome Oval Breakfast Food Warmer

Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Revolving Dome Oval Breakfast Food Warmer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Revolving Dome Oval Breakfast Food Warmer. Item features a monogram etching "JRE," ornate feet, revolving oval dome, very nice antique item.

Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Revolving Dome Oval Chafing Dish Food Warmer
Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Revolving Dome Oval Chafing Dish Food Warmer

Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Revolving Dome Oval Chafing Dish Food Warmer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Revolving Dome Oval Chafing Dish Food Warmer. Item features Monogram etching "JRE," ornate feet, revolving oval dome, very nice antique item Circa Ear...

Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Late 19th Century English Silver Plated Serving Dish and Food Warmer
Late 19th Century English Silver Plated Serving Dish and Food Warmer

Late 19th Century English Silver Plated Serving Dish and Food Warmer

Located in Sheffield, MA

The late 19th century silver plated dish with lid is English and has three cavities for serving different foods and a space below for hot water. The handle and knob are teak. The lid...

Category

Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century French Silver Hotel Dome Serving Piece Food Warmer Dish Cover
19th Century French Silver Hotel Dome Serving Piece Food Warmer Dish Cover

19th Century French Silver Hotel Dome Serving Piece Food Warmer Dish Cover

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This elegant French hotel dome is lavishly adorned with a band of scrolling grape vines and hanging bunches of grapes. Its top handle is a pomegranate resting on a bed of leaves. Sil...

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Old Paris Veilleuse
Old Paris Veilleuse

Old Paris Veilleuse

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H 13 in Dm 6.25 in

Old Paris Veilleuse

By Old Paris

Located in New Orleans, LA

These wonderful porcelain wares were once used for keeping drinks and foods warm for those who were bed ridden. A similar veilleuse is pictured on page 135 of Harold Newman's book, v...

Category

19th Century French Other Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Very Large Nineteenth Century Iron and Copper Andirons or Firedogs
Pair of Very Large Nineteenth Century Iron and Copper Andirons or Firedogs

Pair of Very Large Nineteenth Century Iron and Copper Andirons or Firedogs

Located in Fayetteville, AR

Their copper inserts could be filled with hot coals to keep pots of food warm when the pots were removed from the open fire and set upon the copper.

Category

19th Century French Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Copper, Iron

Antique Early 19th Century Fireplace Tool- Tea Pot Stand
Antique Early 19th Century Fireplace Tool- Tea Pot Stand

Antique Early 19th Century Fireplace Tool- Tea Pot Stand

Located in Edinburgh, GB

Will fit most fire bars with its adjustable opening clamp located underneath, these were used to keep teapots or small pots of food warm in the bygone days. A quirky and unusual piec...

Category

1830s Scottish Georgian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Iron

Grand Tour Verdigris Roman Bronze and Copper Stove after the Pompeii Original
Grand Tour Verdigris Roman Bronze and Copper Stove after the Pompeii Original

Grand Tour Verdigris Roman Bronze and Copper Stove after the Pompeii Original

By Fonderia Chiurazzi

Located in Stamford, CT

It is an Italian Grand Tour copy of a Roman stove or food warmer after an original excavated at Pompeii.

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Mid-19th Century French Wrought Iron Andirons with Bowls
Pair of Mid-19th Century French Wrought Iron Andirons with Bowls

Pair of Mid-19th Century French Wrought Iron Andirons with Bowls

Located in Dallas, TX

They feature a cupped, round shaped top; called a "Landiers" in French, and were once used in homes as a food warmer; for instance, a bowl of soup would be placed in the andiron cup ...

Category

Mid-19th Century French Gothic Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Wrought Iron

English Plain Undecorated Creamware Pottery Hot Water Dish, 18th-century.
English Plain Undecorated Creamware Pottery Hot Water Dish, 18th-century.

English Plain Undecorated Creamware Pottery Hot Water Dish, 18th-century.

Located in Downingtown, PA

In the centre is an ornate openwork design in the form of a large flowerhead. Warming dishes were used to heat piles of plates or to keep food warm.

Category

Late 18th Century British Neoclassical Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Creamware, Pottery

Pair of 18th Century, French Wrought Iron Fireplace Andirons with Bowls
Pair of 18th Century, French Wrought Iron Fireplace Andirons with Bowls

Pair of 18th Century, French Wrought Iron Fireplace Andirons with Bowls

Located in Dallas, TX

The bowls were once used in a domestic setting to serve as a food warmer. For instance, a bowl of soup could be placed inside the andiron cup to keep it warm.

Category

Late 18th Century French Gothic Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of 19th Century French Wrought Iron “Landiers” Andirons with Fleur de Lys
Pair of 19th Century French Wrought Iron “Landiers” Andirons with Fleur de Lys

Pair of 19th Century French Wrought Iron “Landiers” Andirons with Fleur de Lys

Located in Dallas, TX

Forged in France, circa 1820, and standing on three feet, the andirons called “Landiers” in French, feature a rounded shape cupped top; they were once used in homes as a food warmer....

Category

Early 19th Century French Gothic Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Wrought Iron

James Dixon Victorian Silver Plated English Entree Dish, circa 1880
James Dixon Victorian Silver Plated English Entree Dish, circa 1880

James Dixon Victorian Silver Plated English Entree Dish, circa 1880

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in Aci Castello, IT

It is composed of two distinct pieces: the lower part serves as a container for hot water and dish to keep food warm, while the upper part is shaped like a lid to cover everything.

Category

Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Revolving Breakfast Dish by Alexander Clark c.1895
Antique English Revolving Breakfast Dish by Alexander Clark c.1895

Antique English Revolving Breakfast Dish by Alexander Clark c.1895

By Alexander Clark & Co.

Located in Bath, GB

These two dishes are removed to fill with hot water to keep the food warm; it can also be filled with ice to keep cold dishes fresh.

Category

1890s English Late Victorian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Entree / Chafing Dishes by Stephen Smith and Son of Covent Garden, Pair
Antique Entree / Chafing Dishes by Stephen Smith and Son of Covent Garden, Pair

Antique Entree / Chafing Dishes by Stephen Smith and Son of Covent Garden, Pair

By Stephen Smith & Son 1

Located in Bath, GB

Hot water is poured into the base of each (or crushed ice for chilled foods); ;there is a dish fitted on top of the hot water for keeping hot foods warm and an optional (original) pi...

Category

1870s English Victorian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Entree Dish by Martin Hall 1859 19th Century
Antique English Entree Dish by Martin Hall 1859 19th Century

Antique English Entree Dish by Martin Hall 1859 19th Century

Located in London, GB

The lid lists off to reveal two serving dishes that sit in a stand that has a reservoir for hot water to keep the food warm. It stands on four distinguished scroll and foliage cas...

Category

1850s English Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

18th Century German Silver Gilt Brazier
18th Century German Silver Gilt Brazier

18th Century German Silver Gilt Brazier

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H 10.63 in W 5.75 in D 3.88 in

18th Century German Silver Gilt Brazier

By Gottlieb Menzel

Located in New Orleans, LA

Braziers were used to keep bowls or plates of food warm by resting them on top of the brazier, which held burning coals.

Category

18th Century German Other Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver

Antique Old Sheffield Plate Oval Beef Venison Tureen & Domed Cover, 19th Century
Antique Old Sheffield Plate Oval Beef Venison Tureen & Domed Cover, 19th Century

Antique Old Sheffield Plate Oval Beef Venison Tureen & Domed Cover, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

It is of the highest quality and features a double skinned base with a screw threaded plug on the side so that it can be filled with hot water to keep the food warm. The top of the b...

Category

1830s English Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Antique Cross Arrow Old Sheffield Plate Entree Dish, 19th Century
Antique Cross Arrow Old Sheffield Plate Entree Dish, 19th Century

Antique Cross Arrow Old Sheffield Plate Entree Dish, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

It is engraved with a coat-of-arms, is of the highest quality and features a double skinned base with a lift -up plug on the side so that it can be filled with hot water to keep the ...

Category

1820s English Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Antique Cross Arrow Old Sheffield Plate Entree Dish, 19th Century
Antique Cross Arrow Old Sheffield Plate Entree Dish, 19th Century

Antique Cross Arrow Old Sheffield Plate Entree Dish, 19th Century

By Cross Arrows

Located in London, GB

It is engraved with a coat-of-arms, is of the highest quality and features a double skinned base with a lift -up plug on the side so that it can be filled with hot water to keep the ...

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1820s English Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Antique Victorian Novelty Spoon Warmer 1868 19th C
Antique Victorian Novelty Spoon Warmer 1868 19th C

Antique Victorian Novelty Spoon Warmer 1868 19th C

Located in London, GB

At a time when the kitchens were generally set far from dining rooms, it was of great importance that food be kept warm while being brought to the rarely heated dining rooms.

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1860s English Victorian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century French Copper Cauldron Lid and Handle
19th Century French Copper Cauldron Lid and Handle

19th Century French Copper Cauldron Lid and Handle

Located in Ross, CA

Originally this piece would have been a fireside cooking pot or hung from inside the fireplace to keep food inside warm. Fill it with ice and use it as a unique champagne bucket!

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Late 19th Century European French Provincial Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Copper

Pair of 19th Century Sheffield Silver Plated Entree Hot Serving Dishes
Pair of 19th Century Sheffield Silver Plated Entree Hot Serving Dishes

Pair of 19th Century Sheffield Silver Plated Entree Hot Serving Dishes

By Sheffield

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Base holds hot water so food in serving tray stays warm. Lid could also be used as another serving dish if you detach the handle.

Category

Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Antique Japanese Hibachi, circa 1890-1910
Antique Japanese Hibachi, circa 1890-1910

Antique Japanese Hibachi, circa 1890-1910

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H 12.6 in W 26.78 in D 14.97 in

Antique Japanese Hibachi, circa 1890-1910

Located in London, GB

A mesh grill was often placed on top of the charcoal container area for the heating or cooking of various foods, or just for warming tea, etc. However, they were most often used for ...

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Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Wood

19th Century Wooden Thermos Field Kitchen Food Warmer
19th Century Wooden Thermos Field Kitchen Food Warmer

19th Century Wooden Thermos Field Kitchen Food Warmer

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

19th century wooden thermos field kitchen food warmer, This is a very old thermos food warmer, it is a wooden box with a brass tap at the bottom and a small brass handle on eit...

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Late 19th Century Industrial Antique Food Warmers

Antique Asian Street Vendor Stand Food Warmer
Antique Asian Street Vendor Stand Food Warmer

Antique Asian Street Vendor Stand Food Warmer

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

This was used by Asian street vendors to sell noodle dishes to the public. (Also known as a street vendor noodle cart). The unit has four glass panels, back opening door, a shelf and...

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1920s Asian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Brass

Antique Brass Ship’s Double Food Warming Vessel
Antique Brass Ship’s Double Food Warming Vessel

Antique Brass Ship’s Double Food Warming Vessel

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H 8.5 in W 12.75 in D 7.25 in

Antique Brass Ship’s Double Food Warming Vessel

Located in Bridgeport, CT

With a hinged top lid and two lidded openings on the sides with flower form finials. An incurved front and brass carry handles. The bottom is copper used for heat convection. Believe...

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19th Century Rustic Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Brass, Copper

Victorian Nautilus Shell Silver Plated Ice Bucket Spoon Warmer, England C1870
Victorian Nautilus Shell Silver Plated Ice Bucket Spoon Warmer, England C1870

Victorian Nautilus Shell Silver Plated Ice Bucket Spoon Warmer, England C1870

Located in Montreal, QC

Originally these collectibles were filled with boiling water and left on the table until ready to serve, assisting in keeping food warm in the chilly Victorian homes. Nowadays they a...

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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Food Warmers

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Silver Plate

Very Elegant English Rechaud with two burners in silver-plated brass from 1920s
Very Elegant English Rechaud with two burners in silver-plated brass from 1920s

Very Elegant English Rechaud with two burners in silver-plated brass from 1920s

Located in Knivsta, SE

Very Elegant English Rechaud with two burners in silver-plated brass and handles in bakelite from 1920s. Perfect for keeping food warm during the meal. Wear consistent with age and ...

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1920s English Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Brass

antique Spanish fiance teapot warmer with hunting motifs
antique Spanish fiance teapot warmer with hunting motifs

antique Spanish fiance teapot warmer with hunting motifs

Located in Hannover, DE

This beautiful object was probably used as a food warmer and is in very good condition for its age.

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18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Pottery

Covered Dish
Covered Dish

Covered Dish

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H 3 in Dm 12 in

Covered Dish

By Dominick & Haff

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Besides, what a great way to keep the food warm on the table.

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1910s American Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cast Iron Stove from 1900 Art Nouveau Godin
Cast Iron Stove from 1900 Art Nouveau Godin

Cast Iron Stove from 1900 Art Nouveau Godin

By Godin

Located in Dallas, TX

Good for room warmth and has a food warmer. Godin was known for inovation and he knew that the only thing worse than a warm home was cold food.

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Iron

Antique Reed & Barton Silver Plated Covered Warm Food Server or Chafing Dish
Antique Reed & Barton Silver Plated Covered Warm Food Server or Chafing Dish

Antique Reed & Barton Silver Plated Covered Warm Food Server or Chafing Dish

By Reed & Barton

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique silver plated warm food server was made by the well known Reed & Barton of the United States in approximately 1920 in an Edwardian style.

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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Oval Venison Tureen & Domed Cover 19th Century
Antique Victorian Silver Plated Oval Venison Tureen & Domed Cover 19th Century

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Oval Venison Tureen & Domed Cover 19th Century

Located in London, GB

It is of the highest quality and features a double skinned base with a screw threaded plug on the side so that it can be filled with hot water to keep the food warm. The top of the b...

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1860s English Victorian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Art Deco Silver Plated Lazy Susan Serving Tray, 1920s
Antique English Art Deco Silver Plated Lazy Susan Serving Tray, 1920s

Antique English Art Deco Silver Plated Lazy Susan Serving Tray, 1920s

Located in London, GB

The compartment can be filled with hot water to keep the food warm and it can be emptied by a tap underneath.

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1920s English Art Deco Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century Wooden Storage Vessel from India
19th Century Wooden Storage Vessel from India

19th Century Wooden Storage Vessel from India

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H 27.25 in W 16 in D 16 in

19th Century Wooden Storage Vessel from India

Located in Atlanta, GA

This antique storage container from Indian stands approximately 27.75" tall and was originally used for storing grains or food. The warm wood has a lovely old patina and texture from...

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19th Century Indian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Wood

Antique English Georgian Neoclassical Sterling Silver Dish Cross, 1783
Antique English Georgian Neoclassical Sterling Silver Dish Cross, 1783

Antique English Georgian Neoclassical Sterling Silver Dish Cross, 1783

By William Plummer

Located in New York, NY

Practical Georgian design for keeping food warm and protecting the table surface. Fully marked.

Category

1780s British Neoclassical Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of English Edwardian Silver Plated Food Warmers
Pair of English Edwardian Silver Plated Food Warmers

Pair of English Edwardian Silver Plated Food Warmers

Located in Middleburg, VA

An elegant, simple pair of octagonal-shaped English Edwardian silver-plated food warmers. Rope edge to base. Paw feet. Hallmarked.

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Early 20th Century English Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Louis Philippe Period Iron Plate Warmer, France, c. 1830's
Louis Philippe Period Iron Plate Warmer, France, c. 1830's

Louis Philippe Period Iron Plate Warmer, France, c. 1830's

Located in New York, NY

Though it was utilitarian in nature (for keeping food warm and pests away), the decorative application closely parallels the design trends of Louis Philippe furniture.

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19th Century French Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Iron

Antique Mason's Ironstone China Water Lily Pattern Part Dinner Service
Antique Mason's Ironstone China Water Lily Pattern Part Dinner Service

Antique Mason's Ironstone China Water Lily Pattern Part Dinner Service

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Sheffield, MA

The set comprises a large tureen and cover with rabbit-head handles, two rare three-piece hot water food warmer covered vegetables with rabbit handles, two square covered vegetables,...

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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Pottery

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68-Piece Dinner Set - Wedgwood - Columbia Gold - Complete for 12

By Wedgwood

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A beautiful porcelain dinner set, made by the English brand Wedgwood, from the Columbia Gold series. This service was produced by Wedgwood from 1964 to 1979. This complete set serves...

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1960s English Neoclassical Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Porcelain

Antique English Double Shell Silver Plated Folding Biscuit Barrel or Box
Antique English Double Shell Silver Plated Folding Biscuit Barrel or Box

Antique English Double Shell Silver Plated Folding Biscuit Barrel or Box

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique biscuit barrel or box was made by the Reproduction Sheffield & Silver Plate firm of England and dates to approximately 1920 and done in a Victorian style. The server is ...

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Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of 12 Exquisite "Gilded Age" Sterling Silver Tiffany Charger Plates
Set of 12 Exquisite "Gilded Age" Sterling Silver Tiffany Charger Plates

Set of 12 Exquisite "Gilded Age" Sterling Silver Tiffany Charger Plates

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite set of 12 "Gilded Age" Sterling Silver Tiffany Charges was realized in America in 1905. Each plate has heavily detailed boarders featuring a Kylix cup amid scrolling s...

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Early 1900s American Neoclassical Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of 12 Minton Gold Rimmed Porcelain Ball Dinner Plates
Set of 12 Minton Gold Rimmed Porcelain Ball Dinner Plates

Set of 12 Minton Gold Rimmed Porcelain Ball Dinner Plates

By Minton

Located in Great Barrington, MA

One of Minton's most popular patterns is named "Porcelain Ball” which features a large diameter plate bordered by a gold and white floral decoration and trimmed with an acid etc...

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Mid-20th Century English Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Sèvres Porcelain Dinner Set with Comital Coronet
19th Century Sèvres Porcelain Dinner Set with Comital Coronet

19th Century Sèvres Porcelain Dinner Set with Comital Coronet

$3,800Sale Price / set|40% Off

H 10.63 in Dm 12.6 in

19th Century Sèvres Porcelain Dinner Set with Comital Coronet

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This exquisite 52-piece porcelain dinner service, crafted by Sèvres in the 19th century, exemplifies the refined artistry and heritage of French porcelain. Each piece features a hand...

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19th Century French Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Victorian Silver Plated 6 Bottle Cruet Set Wade Wingfield Wilkins 19th C
Antique Victorian Silver Plated 6 Bottle Cruet Set Wade Wingfield Wilkins 19th C

Antique Victorian Silver Plated 6 Bottle Cruet Set Wade Wingfield Wilkins 19th C

Located in London, GB

This is a gorgeous antique silver plated cruet set bearing the makers mark of the renowned silversmith Wade, Wingfield Wilkins & Co and circa 1860 in date. The set comprises ...

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1860s English Victorian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons
Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons

Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons

By Viners 1

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A magnificent, fine and impressive, comprehensive antique George V English sterling silver Sandringham pattern flatware service for twelve persons - boxed; an addition to our canteen...

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20th Century English Georgian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Wedgwood Porcelain Tableware Dinner Service For 12 People
Wedgwood Porcelain Tableware Dinner Service For 12 People

Wedgwood Porcelain Tableware Dinner Service For 12 People

By Wedgwood

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Beautiful Wedgwood porcelain tableware dinner service for twelve people with coffee serving set with hand painted design details. The service is in great condition. Maker's mark unde...

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1960s English Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Gold

Set of Twelve Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Bamboo Pattern Charger/Dinner Plates
Set of Twelve Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Bamboo Pattern Charger/Dinner Plates

Set of Twelve Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Bamboo Pattern Charger/Dinner Plates

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite Set of Twelve Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Bamboo Pattern Charger/Dinner Plates originates from the United States, Circa 1970. This stunning set can serve as either c...

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1970s American Modern Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Sterling Silver

English Scenic Porcelain Dessert Service, Mid-19th Century
English Scenic Porcelain Dessert Service, Mid-19th Century

English Scenic Porcelain Dessert Service, Mid-19th Century

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

English Scenic porcelain Dessert service, mid-19th century, polychrome hand-painted with three various romantic landscape scenes in a round cartouches on a pink border, decorated wit...

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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Silver Egg Coddler Stand Holder set of 4 Egg Holder with 4 Silver Spoons
Antique Silver Egg Coddler Stand Holder set of 4 Egg Holder with 4 Silver Spoons

Antique Silver Egg Coddler Stand Holder set of 4 Egg Holder with 4 Silver Spoons

$592Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 7.88 in W 5.52 in D 1.58 in

Antique Silver Egg Coddler Stand Holder set of 4 Egg Holder with 4 Silver Spoons

Located in Wembley, GB

Antique Silver-Plated Egg Coddler Stand, Mappin & Webbs Princess Plate London & Sheffield, Art Deco, circa 1880 This stunning antique silver-plated egg coddler stand by Mappl...

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1880s British Art Deco Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Sheet Metal, Silver Plate, Silver

19th Century Tester Bed
19th Century Tester Bed

19th Century Tester Bed

$24,500

H 124 in W 82 in D 89.5 in

19th Century Tester Bed

Located in New Orleans, LA

This lavish American tester bed exhibits superior craftsmanship and detail. The design is embellished with elaborate carvings on the headboard and sides. The stunning wood grain enha...

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19th Century American Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silk, Wood

19th Century British Porcelain Dinnerware Service
19th Century British Porcelain Dinnerware Service

19th Century British Porcelain Dinnerware Service

$24,000 / set

H 2 in W 14.8 in D 16.5 in

19th Century British Porcelain Dinnerware Service

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Mid 19th Century British porcelain dinnerware service with hand painted gilt foliate borders with bouquets of wild flowers against a white background design details. Each piece is in...

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1820s English Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Gold

Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service, 764 Pieces
Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service, 764 Pieces

Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service, 764 Pieces

$188,500

H 42.25 in W 36.5 in D 25.5 in

Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service, 764 Pieces

By Gorham

Located in New Orleans, LA

This monumental American sterling silver flatware service by Gorham epitomizes the stately glamour of turn-of-the-century dining. A total of 705 pieces in the beloved Versailles patt...

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19th Century American Rococo Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Silver Plate Epergne and Cruet Service
19th Century Silver Plate Epergne and Cruet Service

19th Century Silver Plate Epergne and Cruet Service

$18,850 / set

H 21.63 in W 17.5 in D 10.5 in

19th Century Silver Plate Epergne and Cruet Service

Located in New Orleans, LA

This elegant silver plate epergne is a rarity in that it also includes a full, cut-glass cruet set. This service’s delicate central basket is elevated above a plateau holding ten fin...

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19th Century Unknown Other Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Silver Plate

Minton for Tiffany Complete Dinner Service for 12 Caramel, White & Raised Gold
Minton for Tiffany Complete Dinner Service for 12 Caramel, White & Raised Gold

Minton for Tiffany Complete Dinner Service for 12 Caramel, White & Raised Gold

By Minton

Located in Great Barrington, MA

As we approach the holiday season, this complete Minton for Tiffany dinner service for 12 will work with many decorating themes to dress up any event. The warm butterscotch border fr...

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Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Antique Food Warmers

Materials

Porcelain

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Antique Food Warmers For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of antique food warmers available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and silver plate, all antique food warmers available were constructed with great care. Antique food warmers have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique food warmers made by Georgian designers — as well as those associated with Industrial — are very popular at 1stDibs. Reed & Barton produced beautiful antique food warmers that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Food Warmers?

Prices for antique food warmers can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique food warmers begin at $96 and can go as high as $3,936, while the average can fetch as much as $1,300.