Indian Bidri Engraved Serveware Tray, Early 19th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The oval tray, crafted in the Bidri tradition, boasts an intricate symphony of metalwork and engraving that reflects the rich artistic heritage of 19th-century India. The base materi...
Brass
Christian Dior Style Lucite And Vienna Straw Italian Tray
By Christian Dior
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Elegant and refined tray featuring a solid lacquered brass frame that encloses a clear lucite panel, within which an authentic Vienna straw weave is set. The composition, light yet s...
Brass
Elegant 1950's Italian Reverse Painted Footed Vanity Tray
Located in Las Vegas, NV
1950's Italian footed vanity tray with reverse painted design on glass. (Line in upper left corner of 1st photo is a reflection) Brass finished frame with intricate joints. Ideal for...
Brass
American Mid Century Inlaid "Owl" Tray by Couroc California
By The Couroc Company
Located in San Diego, CA
A ssuper cool inlaid brass "Owl" trays handcrafted by Couroc California, circa 1970s. The tray is in good vintage condition a tiny fleabite on the edge as shown.
Brass
Decorative Tray, Saffron White Small, Viya by Vikram Goyal
By Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Decorative Tray, Saffron White Small, Viya by Vikram Goyal Tray in lacquer with brass. Handmade in India. With moniker’s such as red gold, exquisite thread or golden light, saffron...
Brass
Modernist Sterling Silver & Black Melamine Serving Tray Italy Argente
By Michelangelo Maestri, Gorham CO.
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a modernist silver plated & black melamine serving tray. Made in Italy , retains label from the maker "II MAESTRI", ARGENTE SILVERPLTD ON BRASS ITALY. ...
Silver Plate, Brass
Emilia Castillo Silverplated Butterfly Tray with Stone Inlay, Taxco
By Emilia Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautifully handcrafted silver-plated serving tray designed and manufactured in Taxco, Guerrero, Mexico by acclaimed silversmith Emilia Castillo. This sculptural tray showcases Cas...
Silver Plate, Brass
Decorative Tray, Saffron Black Small, Viya by Vikram Goyal
By Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Decorative Tray, Saffron Black Small, Viya by Vikram Goyal Tray in lacquer with brass. Handmade in India. With moniker’s such as red gold, exquisite thread or golden light, saffron...
Brass
Georges Briard Forbidden Fruit Tray, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Georges Briard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From the designer Georges Briard, and from the Forbidden Fruit collection, a White Opal glass serving tray with wood and brass handles, circa 1960s. Georges Briard produced his For...
Brass
Pair of Contemporary Silver and Gold Metal Tulip Serving Tray
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This pair of serving tray is a contemporary metal tableware piece designed for serving and display. The tray combines a smooth silver-toned surface with sculpted gold-toned floral ha...
Metal, Brass, Enamel
Spanish Neoclassical Bronze & Mirror Serving Tray, Foliage Floral Design
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large Foliage Floral Foliage Bronze Mirrored Tray with Shell Accents Beautiful 20th century neoclassical bronze tray with foliage and floral motifs and mirror top. Spain, 1930s-1940s...
Brass, Bronze
Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths Candelabrum & Pair Serving Trays
By Tommi Parzinger, Dorlyn Silversmiths
Located in Hanover, MA
A three piece serving centerpiece grouping from among the least commonly seen items from the 1950's brass ware collection designed by Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths, consist...
Brass
Small cloisonné tray with two boxes. Opium set. China, 19th century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Small cloisonné opium set comprising a tray and two boxes, China, 19th century. A delicate cloisonné enamel set consisting of a rectangular tray with softened corners and two matchi...
Brass, Enamel
Mid-Century Italian Red Acrylic Serving Tray, Italy 1980s
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful red octagonal serving tray in red acrylic. This lovely centerpiece was made in Italy in the 80s. The tray is made in a beautiful vibrant red acrylic that features cachemir...
Metal, Brass
Whimsical "Jungle Parade" Tray by Emilia Castillo- Mexican Modern Design
By Emilia Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking silver plated serving tray by acclaimed Mexican designer Emilia Castillo, known for her whimsical and nature-inspired creations. This substantial piece features a hand-ham...
Silver Plate, Brass
Striped Vintage Tray in Lucite by Guzzini 1970's Italy
By Guzzini
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A large rectangular vintage serving tray by Guzzini Italy in lucite. The base is jet black with diagonal stripes in green. In very good condition with minor scratching.
Brass
Spanish Neoclassical Bronze Mirror Round Serving Tray with Bow Ribbon Handles
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large Bow Ribbon Round Mirrored Tray in Bronze Spain, 1930s-1940s. Eye-catching 20th century round neoclassical bronze tray with bow and ribbon handles and mirror top. Crafted at the...
Brass, Bronze
Vintage Octagonal Brown Wood Serving Tray with Etched Mirror Base
Located in Barntrup, DE
Vintage octagonal brown wood serving tray with oval etched mirror base and brass handles. Europe, the 1950s. Dimensions: Height: 4 cm / 1.57 in; width: 33 cm / 12.99 in; length: 47 ...
Brass
$400Sale Price|20% Off
Aldo Tura Green Serving Tray, Lacquered Goatskin, Mid-Century 1950s
By Aldo Tura
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a 1950s Aldo Tura green serving Tray made from lacquered goatskin and brass galleries. Designed by the renowned Italian furniture designer Aldo Tura. Tura was...
Brass
1950s Los Castillo Handcrafted Tray with Malachite & Lapis Inlay, Mexican Modern
By Los Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking 1950s silver-plated serving tray designed and manufactured by the renowned Los Castillo workshop in Taxco, Guerrero—one of the most influential ateliers in the development...
Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Silver Plate, Brass
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Bronze Serving Tray with Calla Lilies
Located in Barntrup, DE
Early 20th-century Art Nouveau bronze serving tray with calla lilies. A beautiful Art Nouveau period square tray made of bronze and brass and decorated with adorable slightly red-co...
Brass, Bronze
$213Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-Century Christian Dior Lucite and Metal Tray - 1970s Designer Piece, France
Located in Manzano, IT
Mid-Century Christian Dior Lucite and Metal Tray - 1970s Designer Piece, France This stunning large tray, designed by Christian Dior for Dior Home in the 1970s, is a timeless statem...
Brass
Large Mid-Century Black Resin Tray with Inlaid Sailboats and Lighthouse Motif
By The Couroc Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large, rectangular tray by Couroc of Monterey, California with an inlaid sailboat and lighthouse design (circa 1960s). Composed of a black lacquer phenolic resin (water, burn, stain,...
Brass
Exotic wood stepped trivet or serving tray with carved Tiki finial
By Tiki
Located in Ferndale, MI
Three tier serving tray with carved exotic wood Tiki finial handle . Tiers taper largest on bottom getting progressively smaller . Center shaft is turned brass in an Art Deco stepped...
Brass
Golden Art Steel Design Argentina Serving Tray Inox 18/8 Stainless Steel, 1980
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern decorative serving tray or platter made out of stainless steel with brass handles made in Argentina by Golden Art Steel Design.
Stainless Steel, Brass, Steel
Barovier Rectangular Serving Tray in Mirror-Engraved Murano Glass w/ Gold, 1940s
By Barovier
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous rectangular-shaped serving tray in a stunning combination of mouth-blown Murano glass with 24k gold specks inside, acid-etched mirrored glass, and gilt metal handles. This g...
Gold Plate, Brass
French Art Deco Tray with Shell Motif in Bronze and Etched Mirror
Located in Barcelona, ES
Amazing early 20th century octagonal Art Deco tray with shell handles and etched mirror top, France, 1920s. This mirrored serving tray or vanity tray features an octagon brass metal ...
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Dior Oval Serving Tray in Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful large mid-century oval serving tray made entirely from a stunning, vibrant tortoiseshell-effect lucite. This charming piece was produced in Italy in the 1970s and is attrib...
Metal, Brass
Barovier Mirror-Engraved Small Serving Tray in Murano Glass w/ Gold, Italy 1940s
By Barovier
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning small rectangular serving tray crafted in an elegant mix of mouth-blown Murano glass enriched with 24k gold inclusions, acid-etched mirrored glass, and refined gilt metal ha...
Gold Plate, Brass
Graceful - two exquisite Petal trays and a set of four Lace Napkin Rings
Located in Porto, PT
"Celebrate the joy of giving this Christmas with the Petal Gift Set, featuring two exquisite Petal trays and a set of 4 Lace Napkin Rings. The Petal trays, inspired by the delicate b...
Brass
Chinese Cast Brass Incised Figures Serving Tray Platter
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Round heavy cast brass Chinese serving platter or tray with engraved incised figures of men and trees.
Brass
Monumental Moroccan Polished Metal Brass Tray Platter 39 inches
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Monumental Moroccan metal polished brass tray platter. Polished decorative metal brass tray with very fine intricate Moorish geometric designs.
Brass
1940s Moroccan Brass Tray Rectangular Shape Polished Gold Brass Serving Platter
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Could be used as a serving tray, or decorative Moroccan gold brass platter.
Brass
Antique Oversized Round Moroccan Polished Brass Tray Platter 19th C.
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique 19th century oversized round shape Moroccan polished metal brass tray platter. Polished decorative metal round brass tray with very fine intricate geometric Moorish Islamic ...
Brass
English Antique Oval Inlaid Serving Tray, Mahogany, Brass, Tea Platter
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-1138 Antique Edwardian English oval serving tray with brass handles. Saddle wood marquetry.
Brass
Large Chinese Imports Oval Brass Tray Chinese Collector Metal Platter
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Asian Chinese imports oval metal brass tray, hammered and chiseled, engraved with dragons and different scenes of wild animals, ancient pagodas homes and foliage there are also Chine...
Brass
1900s Moroccan Brass Tray Star Etched Collectible Polished Platter 22.5 in. D.
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Handcrafted decorative polished brass tray. Fabulous hand-etched wall hanging decorative polished brass platter.
Brass
Large Moroccan Round Brass Tray Wall Decor, circa 1950s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Large vintage Moroccan round brass tray, wall hanging decorative platter. Circa 1950s.
Brass
The antique and vintage serveware on 1stDibs includes serving bowls, platters, tureens and more — everything you need to serve the delicious meal you prepared for guests, whether it’s an intimate dinner or a family event.
When hosting dinner parties for company or the holidays, the kind of serveware you put to use is obviously going to be integral to the whole experience. And there are tricks and tips out there for setting the modern table too. But between meals, the serveware and other tableware you’ve collected over the years to show off in a display cabinet in your dining room will also be integral to your decor, ensuring an air of elegance is part of your gatherings.
Whether you are hosting a formal dinner party or a more relaxed cocktail affair, you should have plenty of food on hand for people to snack on.
“Everybody loves a cheese plate, and it’s so easy to assemble,” explains Athena Calderone, the talent behind the popular lifestyle blog EyeSwoon. “I start with a few favorite cheeses, and then I like to add figs or a sweet chutney, charcuterie and olives. Just something to nibble on.”
The right serveware lends sophistication to any space, whether your favorite porcelain or glassware is on the dining table or in a classic hutch against the wall. No matter the medium, there’s serveware to complement all manner of furniture styles and design preferences. Serveware can be a means of personal expression, and certain pieces and designs over the years have become coveted collector’s pieces to be displayed as art themselves.
Browse the extensive collection of antique and vintage serveware on 1stDibs.
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After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
Faye Toogood and John Pawson are among the list of plate designers.
Top interior designers show — and tell — us how to create delectable spaces for hosting dinner parties.
Perhaps best known as a Revolutionary War hero, Revere was also an accomplished silversmith, and this pot is now available on 1stDibs.
Clever objects like these make feasting even more festive.
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Glass slippers might be the stuff of fairytales, but glass handbags? Artist Joshua Raiffe has made them a reality, and they're far less delicate than you might imagine, but just as dreamy.