William IV Flatware Set Made in London by John and Henry Lias, 1837
By John & Henry Lias
Located in London, GB
A Very Fine William IV Flatware Set Made in London in 1837 by John and Henry Lias. With regard to the knives, the set has twelve silver handled knives, six for bread/starters and si...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 19th Century Sheffield Bamboo Plate Cruet Set of 7
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite late 19th-century Victorian cruet set by the renowned James Deakin & Sons of Sheffield is a masterclass in the Aesthetic Movement's "Japonisme" style. The silver-p...
Silver Plate
Six Silverplate Victorian Animal Napkin Rings
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Six silverplate Victorian animal themed napkin rings. First a foliate and leaf engraved ring having dog houses on either side serving as feet with bulldog looking out window. Marked ...
Metal, Silver Plate
Novelty 'Man in the Moon' set of menu holders made in Chester in 1912
By Stokes & Ireland Ltd
Located in London, London
A charming and rare novelty set, these sterling silver ‘Man in the Moon’ menu holders were crafted in 1912 by Stokes & Ireland and assayed in Chester. Each of the four matching holde...
Sterling Silver
Patricia by Mema Swedish Silverplate Flatware Set Service 71 pcs L monogram
By Markströms Guldsmeds Ab K G
Located in Big Bend, WI
Patricia by Mema Swedish Silverplated flatware set with matching "L" monogram - 71 pieces. Patricia is a romantic, neo-classical pattern with shell designs. This set includes: 12 De...
Silver Plate
Very Long Condiment Ladle Made in Edinburgh by Brooks and Son, 1894
Located in London, GB
A Very Unusual and Very Long Condiment Ladle Made in Edinburgh in 1894 by Brooks and Son This very unusual ladle is modelled in the Hanoverian Pattern and displays a circular bowl. ...
Silver
Antique 19th Century Victorian Salt & Pepper Shotgun Cartridges, London c.1883
By Thomas Johnson II, Walter Thornhill & Co 1
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Victorian very rare pair of novelty solid silver-gilt table salt & pepper shakers, realistically modelled as two shotgun cartridge shells. Both feature screw lid...
Silver
Edward Charles Brown. Rare mustard jar in the shape of an owl.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Edward Charles Brown Rare mustard jar in the shape of an owl with red glass eyes inserted. With removable silver insert. 19th century. Hallmarked with master stamp ECB for Edward Ch...
Metal, Silver
Victorian double decanter trolley - made circa 1900
Located in London, London
Made circa 1900, this late Victorian, Antique Silver Plate Decanter Trolley, will hold 2 bottles or decanters, and is ornate in design, with acanthus, shell and gadroon borders, and ...
Silver Plate
Set of Twelve Chinoiserie Figural Place Card Holders, China, 1920s–1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A decorative and finely worked set of twelve Chinese place card holders, each formed as an individual genre figure depicting everyday rural life. The figures are rendered with subtle...
Silver Plate
Pair of George II Waiters or Bottle Stands by James Warren, circa 1755
Located in London, GB
A Rare Pair of George II Waiters or Bottle Stands Made in Dublin circa 1755 by James Warren. The Waiters are of an unusual size and stand on three hoof feet. The raised scroll borde...
Silver, Sterling Silver
George III Double Beaker Made in London by Peter, Ann & William Bateman, 1800
By Peter, Ann & William Bateman
Located in London, GB
Bateman Family. An Extremely Rare George III Double Beaker Made in London in 1800 by Peter, Ann & William Bateman. This very rare item opens up to provide two beakers which were mod...
Silver, Sterling Silver
George I Britannia Standard Saucepan Made in London by William Fleming, 1720
By William Fleming
Located in London, GB
A Fine George I Britannia Standard Saucepan Made in London in 1720 by William Fleming. The Saucepan is of a small size and has a baluster shaped body rising to an everted rim. The S...
Silver
A 6 Place Canteen by Paul Storr, 1813-1817
By Paul Storr
Located in Cornwall, GB
A 6 place silver canteen by Paul Storr. Double struck in the fiddle, thread & shell pattern with diamond and shell heel. Engraved with a crest to the terminals. (see pictures for det...
Sterling Silver, Silver
Four Cat and Dog Victorian Silverplate Napkin Rings
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Four cat and dog Victorian silverplate napkin rings. First a hexagon shaped ring with bead border, having greyhound with collar seated next to it. Well detailed. Unmarked on bottom. ...
Metal, Silver Plate
Four Victorian Silverplate Horse Napkin Rings
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Four Victorian silverplate horse napkin rings. First napkin ring with scrolled designs, attached to sand cast filigree base with raised ball. Horse "pushing" ring from side with head...
Metal, Silver Plate
Five Barrel Victorian Silverplate Napkin Rings
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Five Victorian silverplate napkin rings featuring barrels. First with classic barrel design, marked on top "JAN." With two grapevine feet, marked on bottom "Simpson, Hall, Miller & C...
Metal, Silver Plate
Rubans by Christofle Silverplate Flatware Service Set 363 pcs France Dinner Size
By Christofle
Located in Big Bend, WI
With a dedication to perfection and quality, Christofle flatware creations unite craftsmanship and modern technique, resulting in flatware to be handed down through generations. Crea...
Silver Plate
Set of 6 George II Silvergilt Teaspoons Made in London by Elias Cachart, 1745
By Elias Cachart
Located in London, GB
An Unusual Set of Six George II Silvergilt Teaspoons. Made in London circa 1745 by Elias Cachart. The silver gilt teaspoons are modelled in the Hanoverian pattern and are decorated ...
Silver
Cricket Egg Cup Presentation Table Piece
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
James Deakin Cricket Boiled Egg Server. Victorian Cricket egg cup carousel with four egg cups and accompanying spoons. The unique breakfast centerpiece has an ornate square base rais...
Silver Plate
$5,500
Georgian Coconut Cup
Located in New Orleans, LA
This intriguing sterling silver cup features the shell of a coconut mounted into exquisite silver. A sublime example of elegant Georgian design, the cup features delicate scalloped e...
Silver
Rare Coburg Pattern Sifter Spoon Made in London by George Adams, 1853
By George Adams
Located in London, GB
A Rare Coburg Pattern Sifter Spoon Made in London in 1853 by George Adams The Sifter is modelled in the rare Coburg Pattern, with crisp detailing, including the raying shell on the ...
Silver
Trident Condiment Ladle Made in London by William Theobalds & Robert Atkinson
Located in London, GB
A Very Rare Cast Trident Condiment Ladle Made in London in 1839 by William Theobalds & Robert Atkinson. The ladle has a deep shell bowl and the stem is modelled as a trident with tw...
Silver
An Unusual Single Ended Marrow Scoop Made in London by George Adams, 1849
By George Adams
Located in London, GB
An Unusual Single Ended Marrow Scoop Made in London in 1849 by George Adams The Marrow Scoop is modelled in a one ended design which we had not previously seen before, with flared O...
Silver
Set of 3 Serving Shovels Made in London by Samuel Whitford, 1882
Located in London, GB
An Extremely Rare Set of Three Serving Shovels Made in London in 1882 by Samuel Whitford. The Shovels are modelled in a very unusual elongated form. They are also modelled in the fi...
Silver
Rare Indian Colonial Pap Boat Made in Madras by Lowe & Company, circa 1840
Located in London, GB
A Rare Indian Colonial Pap Boat Made in Madras circa 1840 by Lowe & Company The Pap Boat is modelled in a very unusual design with slightly baluster sides and a partly hooded spout ...
Silver
Set of 6 Cased Naturalistic Teaspoon by William Theobalds, 1839/40
Located in London, GB
A Very Unusual Set of Six Cased Naturalistic Teaspoons Made in London in 1839/40 by William Theobalds and Robert Atkinson. These unusual Spoons are beautifully modelled in the Natur...
Silver
Cast Table Bell Made in London by John Aldwinckle & Thomas Slater, 1886
By John Aldwinckle & Thomas Slater
Located in London, GB
A Very Fine Cast Table Bell Made in London in 1886 by John Aldwinckle & Thomas Slater. This fine example is cast, so is of the finest quality and the bowl is decorated with wide ban...
Silver
Antique German Dinner Forks; Set of 8
By J.A. Henckels 1
Located in Malibu, CA
This flatware set is from one of the oldest & finest silverplate manufacturers in Germany. On separate listings, you will find knives, spoons both large & small & servin...
Silver Plate
George III Toddy Ladle Made in London by Stephen Adams, 1808
By Stephen Adams I
Located in London, GB
A Very Rare George III Toddy Ladle Made in London in 1808 by Stephen Adams. The Toddy Ladle has an oval bowl with everted rim. Most unusually, this example has a twisted silver hand...
Silver
Early 20th Century 12-Service Stainless Metal Flatware 176 Pieces Set, France
Located in North Miami, FL
Early 20th century Art Nouveau 12-service stainless metal flatware 176 pieces set made in France imported to Argentina by Walser, Wald y Cia. By: Walser, Wald y Cia. (importer) Mate...
Metal, Silver, Nickel
Peter & Anne Bateman - Pair of George III wine coasters made in London in 1797
By Peter and Ann Bateman
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1797 by Peter & Anne Bateman, this attractive pair of George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Wine Coasters, feature pierced sides, reed borders, wooden ba...
Sterling Silver
$562Sale Price|20% Off
Figurative Toothpick Holder Stand WMF Art Nouveau Antique Silverplated
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This cute antique Art Nouveau figurative toothpick holder by WMF is a delightful representation of the period's artistic sensibilities. Crafted from silver-plated pewter in a materia...
Silver Plate, Pewter
Rubans by Christofle Silverplate Flatware Service Set 131 pcs France Dinner Size
By Christofle
Located in Big Bend, WI
With a dedication to perfection and quality, Christofle flatware creations unite craftsmanship and modern technique, resulting in flatware to be handed down through generations. Crea...
Silver Plate
Very rare George II period tumbler cup hallmarked in Chester in 1753
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Chester in 1753 by Richard Richardson, this very rare, George II Period, Antique Sterling Silver Tumbler Cup, is of traditional form, and is engraved with contemporary ...
Sterling Silver
Set of 6 Antique Landers, Frary & Clark Aetna Works Sterling & Mother-of-Pearl
Located in valatie, NY
Set of 6 Antique Landers, Frary & Clark Aetna Works Connecticut Sterling and Solid Mother of Pearl Handled Fruit Knives, With Elaborate Sterling Silver Bolsters and Stainless Steel B...
Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel
Pair of George IV Marrow Scoops Made in London by William Chawner, 1829
By William Chawner
Located in London, GB
A very rare pair of George IV Marrow Scoops made in London in 1829 by William Chawner. To find a pair of Georgian Marrow Scoops is most unusual. These are of the finest quality and...
Silver
Rubans by Christofle Silverplate Flatware Service Set 50 pcs France Bow & Ribbon
By Christofle
Located in Big Bend, WI
With a dedication to perfection and quality, Christofle flatware creations unite craftsmanship and modern technique, resulting in flatware to be handed down through generations. Crea...
Silver Plate
George III Butter Spoon Made in Edinbugh by George Dalgleish, 1816
Located in London, GB
A Rare George III Butter Spoon Made in Edinbugh in 1816 by George Dalgleish. The Butter Spoon is modelled in the Fiddle Pattern and displays a rectangular bowl with rounded corners....
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
John Wendt Sterling Ram’s Head Handle Brite Cut Ice Cream Slice or Server
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique silver ice cream slice or server. Made by John Wendt and retailed by J.E. Caldwell of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. With brite cut floral decoration to the bowl and a ...
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
George II Sauceboat Made in London by Philips Garden, 1744
By Philip Garden
Located in London, GB
A George II Sauceboat Made in London by Philips Garden in 1744. A George II Sauceboat. Made in London Additional information: Height: 5 cm / 2 " Width: 4 cm / 1 3⁄4" Depth: 7 cm / 3"
Silver
George II Kitchen Pepper by Samuel Laundy & Jeffrey Griffith, 1731
Located in London, GB
A Very Fine & Rare George II Kitchen Pepper Made in London in 1731 by Samuel Laundy & Jeffrey Griffith. The Pepper stands on a circular, stepped, spreading foot and the cylindrical ...
Silver
Set of 6 George III "Celtic Point" Dessert Spoons by John Cornforth, 1794
By John Cornforth
Located in London, GB
A Very Fine & Rare Set of Six George III "Celtic Point" Dessert Spoons Made in Edinburgh in 1794 by John Cornforth. The Spoons are modelled in the "Celtic Point" design, with a brig...
Silver
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
George II Sparrow Beak Cream Jug Made in London by Richard Bayley, 1742
By Richard Bayley
Located in London, GB
A Very Fine George II Sparrow Beak Cream Jug Made in London in 1742 by Richard Bayley. The Jug stands on a stepped circular foot decorated with reeding. The baluster shaped body ris...
Silver
George II Pepper Caster Made in London by Thomas Bamford, 1742
By Thomas Bamford I
Located in London, GB
A Very Fine George II Pepper Caster Made in London in 1742 by Thomas Bamford The Caster stands on a spreading circular foot. The main body has a plain vase shape with reeded girdle...
Silver
William IV Wine Funnel Made in Exeter by Isaac Parkin, 1833
Located in London, GB
Exeter. A Very Rare William IV Wine Funnel Made in Exeter in 1833 by Isaac Parkin. The Wine Funnel is of typical form and the bowl is baluster in shape, with a gadrooned rim and sid...
Silver
$76,551 / set
Large Collection of Silverware by Tétard Frères
By Tetard Freres
Located in London, GB
A large collection of silverware by Tétard Frères French, Early 20th century Total weight: 29,400 grams Measures: Large trays: height 2cm, width 50cm, depth 40cm Small cups: heig...
Silver
Rubans by Christofle Silverplate Flatware Service Set 48 pcs France Dinner Size
By Christofle
Located in Big Bend, WI
With a dedication to perfection and quality, Christofle flatware creations unite craftsmanship and modern technique, resulting in flatware to be handed down through generations. Cre...
Silver Plate
Rubans by Christofle Silverplate Flatware Service Set 51 pcs France Dinner Size
By Christofle
Located in Big Bend, WI
With a dedication to perfection and quality, Christofle flatware creations unite craftsmanship and modern technique, resulting in flatware to be handed down through generations. Cre...
Silver Plate
Queen Anne West Country Laceback Trefid Betrothal Spoon by Richard Sweet II
Located in London, GB
An Exceptional Early Queen Anne West Country Laceback Trefid Betrothal Spoon Made in Chard circa 1703/04 by Richard Sweet II. This very special spoon is modelled in the trefid style...
Silver
Antique English Victorian Floral Engraved Fish Knife & Fork Set Celluloid Handle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique English Victorian Floral Engraved Fish Knife & Fork Set Celluloid Handle. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 0.5" H x 12.5" W x 1.75" D.
Silver Plate
Dutch set of diamond and fan crystal cut decanter and wine glasses, ca 1890
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch set of diamond and fan crystal cut decanter and wine glasses, ca 1890 A set of a crystal decanter and six wine glasses. The crystal has a diamond and fan crystal cut pattern. ...
Crystal, Silver
Antique German Silverplate Cake Server & Cake Fork; Set of 9
Located in Malibu, CA
German Silver-plate cake forks with a lovely cake server. This flatware set is from one of the oldest & finest silverplate manufacturers in Germany. On separate listings, you wil...
Silver Plate
German Silverplate Master Butter Knife, Cheese Knife & Master Sugar; 3pcs
Located in Malibu, CA
Set of German silver-plate master butter sugar & spreader. This flatware set is from one of the oldest & finest silverplate manufacturers in Germany. On separate listings, yo...
Silver Plate
Gio Ponti Coffee Maker, 1940
By Gio Ponti
Located in Milano, IT
Gio Ponti - Caffettiera disegnata dal Architetto Gio Ponti è prodotta dai Fratelli Calderoni a Milano negli anni 40. Materiale : Alpacca Argentata.
Silver Plate
Set of Sterling Silverware by Gorham, Etruscan Style, 1913
By Gorham
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of sterling silverware by Gorham, Etruscan style, 1913. Consisting of: 6 dinner forks (7 in.) 7 teaspoons (5 5/8 in.) 8 pie forks (6 1/4 in.) 12 round soup spoons (5 1/4 in....
Silver
Moderne Gramont by Christofle France Silverplate Flatware Service Set 106 Pieces
By Christofle
Located in Big Bend, WI
With a dedication to perfection and quality, Christofle flatware creations unite craftsmanship and modern technique, resulting in flatware to be handed down through generations. Go...
Silver Plate
While it isn’t always top of mind for some, antique and vintage tableware can enhance even the most informal meal. It has been an intimate part of how we’ve interacted with our food for millennia.
Tableware has played a basic but important role in everyday life. Ancient Egyptians used spoons (which are classified as flatware) made of ivory and wood, while Greeks and Romans, who gathered for banquets involving big meals and entertainment, ate with forks and knives. At the beginning of the 17th century, however, forks were still uncommon in American homes. Over time, tableware has thankfully evolved and today includes increasingly valuable implements.
Tableware refers to the tools people use to set the table, including serving pieces, dinner plates and more. It encompasses everything from the intricate and elaborate to the austere and functional, yet are all what industrial product designer Jasper Morrison might call “Super Normal” — anonymous objects that are too useful to be considered banal.
There are four general categories of tableware — serveware, dinnerware, drinkware and, lastly, flatware, which is commonly referred to as silverware or cutlery. Serveware includes serving bowls, platters, gravy boats, casserole pans and ladles. Most tableware is practical, but it can also be decorative. And decorative objects count as tableware too. Even though they don’t fit squarely into one of the four categories, vases, statues and floral arrangements are traditional centerpieces.
Drinkware appropriately refers to the vessels we use for our beverages — mugs, cups and glasses. There is a good deal of variety that falls under this broad term. For example, your cheerful home bar or mid-century modern bar cart might be outfitted with a full range of vintage barware, which might include pilsner glasses and tumblers. Specialty cocktails are often served in these custom glasses, but they’re still a type of drinkware.
Every meal should be special — even if you’re using earthenware or stoneware for a casual lunch — but perhaps you’re hosting a dinner party to mark a specific event. The right high-quality tableware can bring a touch of luxury to your cuisine. Young couples, for example, traditionally add “fine china,” or porcelain, to their wedding registry as a commemoration of their union and likely wouldn’t turn down exquisite silver made by Tiffany & Co. or Georg Jensen.
It’s important to remember, however, that when you’re setting the dining room table to have fun with it. Just as you might mix and match your dining chairs, don’t be afraid to mix new and old or high and low with your tableware. On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage and antique tableware to help elevate your meal as well as the mood and atmosphere of your entire dining room.
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