Large German Early 20th Century Silver Nef by Berthold Müller
By Berthold Muller
Located in London, GB
Large German early 20th century silver nef by Berthold Müller German, Early 20th Century Height 89cm, width 80cm, depth 40cm Weight 10604g This stunning sterling silver nef, dating...
Silver
Antique Hanau Silver and Silver-Gilt Nef
By J.D. Schleissner & Söhne 1
Located in London, GB
Antique Hanau silver and silver-gilt nef German, Early 20th Century Height 68.5cm, width 55cm, depth 16cm Weight 4260g This nef is a remarkable example of the antique Hanau style, c...
Silver
Very Large Antique Sterling Silver Ship Model - Hallmarked in 1925 - Silver Nef
By Thomas Callow & Son
Located in London, London
This superb example of a sterling silver Nef carries import marks for London, 1925 by Thomas Callow & Son. Nefs are extravagant table ornaments and containers made of precious ...
Sterling Silver
German Nef By J.D. Schleissner & Söhne
By J.D. Schleissner & Söhne 1
Located in New Orleans, LA
This colossal silver nef is a spectacular example of German silverwork from the town of Hanau.
Silver
German Silver Nef
Located in New Orleans, LA
Measuring nearly three feet in length, this monumental silver nef is a spectacular example of German silverwork from the town of Hanau.
Silver
German Silver Nef
Located in New Orleans, LA
This colossal silver nef is a spectacular example of German silverwork from the town of Hanau.
Silver
German Silver Nef by Berthold Muller
By Berthold Muller
Located in New Orleans, LA
This grand silver nef is a spectacular example of German silverwork from the town of Hanau.
Silver
19th Century German Silver-Gilt Nef
Located in New Orleans, LA
Measuring nearly three feet tall, this beautiful and monumental German silver-gilt nef is a stunning specimen of continental silver artistry at its finest.
Silver
German Silver Nef by Neresheimer & Sohne
By B. Neresheimer & Sohne
Located in New Orleans, LA
German Silver Nef by Neresheimer & Sohne Hallmarked "N" for Neresheimer with Hanau silver marks Circa 1890 This monumental silver nef is a spectacular example of 19th-century German...
Silver
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H 24.02 in W 25.6 in D 6.3 in
Antique German Solid Silver Impressive Large Nef Galleon Ship, circa 1900
By Karl Kurz
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th century German very impressive solid silver model of a ship, called a "Nef" in the style of the 15th-16th century examples, impressively large and very detailed.
Silver
Large Antique Silver Nef Galleon
By Berthold Muller
Located in London, GB
This hugely impressive sterling silver model ship, also known as a nef, was made in Germany by Berthold Müller and bears import hallmarks for Chester 1909.
Sterling Silver
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H 33.08 in W 0.4 in D 26.11 in
Massive Antique Sterling Silver Nef / Boat / Ship 1909 Import Mark Galleon Neff
By Berthold Muller
Located in London, GB
A magnificent Antique solid Silver Nef made by German Silversmith Berthold Muller mirroring the historically traditional style of Nefs.
Silver
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H 8.55 in W 8.08 in D 4.24 in
Late 19th Century Gilt Silver Renaissance Revival Nef or Ship Centerpiece
Located in Leesburg, VA
The ship’s rudder features a French import hallmark, post 1892, and a silver quality rating mark of 800/1000 along with the “crescent and crown” emblems used in association with Germ...
Silver
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H 23 in W 21 in D 7 in
Large Antique Silver Plated Nef or 3 Mast Sailing Ship Sculpture or Centerpiece
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large and substantial Nef is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Germany and date to approximately 1900 and done in a Spanish Colonial style.
Silver Plate
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H 12 in W 4.75 in D 12.5 in
Antique Plated Cast Nef Viking Styled Ship or Galleon with Inset Cabochon Stones
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique nef was made by an unknown maker and originated from Germany from approximately 1900 in a Spanish Colonial style.
Stone
Very Large Nef - Warship in Battle - German Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
German sterling silver three-mast ship. Imported to Chester, England by Berthold Muller in 1903. A very large model of an old three-mast warship in battle. Sailors wield weapons, cli...
German Silver Nef
By Berthold Muller
Located in London, GB
This wonderful silver nef, or centerpiece in the form of a galleon, is beautifully handmade with engraved and chased detail to show the wood grain and windows on the hull. It has fou...
Silver
Antique Signed Storck & Sinsheimer Pseudo-Hanau Solid Silver Muffineer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine 800 silver muffineer. By Storck & Sinsheimer. Of a bullet form with rocaille embellished foot and a repousse decorated body and cover. The repousse decoration includes depi...
Silver
$4,955Sale Price|50% Off
H 14.97 in W 14.97 in D 4.73 in
925 Sterling Silver Santa Maria Ship 1492 Model on Wooden Base
Located in Barueri, SP, BR
This 925 sterling silver ship model presents a detailed representation of the historic Santa Maria, crafted with exceptional precision and mounted on a polished wooden base. Designed...
Sterling Silver
Large German Silver Figural Centerpiece, circa 1880
Located in New York, NY
With two large coupes on scroll legs. Surmounted by a winged victory holding a laurel wreath and a cornucopia.
Silver
Antique French Silvered Bronze Centerpiece, Circa 1870
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French silvered bronze centerpiece, circa 1870.
Bronze
Vintage German Silver Sailing Ship Nightlight Lamp
Located in Elkhart, IN
An unusual and beautifully detailed mid-20th century German silver sailing ship nightlight that effortlessly bridges English traditional interiors and collected coastal spaces. Intri...
Brass
French 19th Century Silver Plated Casket
Located in London, GB
The whole casket is richly decorated. Standing on lions paw feet adorned with baroque motifs the scene on top depicts cupid stood beside two lovers (possibly) Daphne and Apollo. The ...
Silver Plate
Hand Forged Iron Decorative Sailing Ships, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of decorative hand forged iron ships. Good condition. Vintage items form the 1960s. Measures 12"W x 3.5"D x 12"H.
Iron
$243,076
H 11.42 in W 31.5 in D 16.93 in
Antique German Silver Mirror Art Nouveau Marine Centrepiece Hermann Gladenbeck
By Hermann Gladenbeck
Located in London, GB
Antique German Silver Mirror Art Nouveau Marine Centrepiece Hermann Gladenbeck German, c. 1900 Height 29cm, width 80cm, depth 43cm This outstanding antique silver centrepiece is ...
Silver
$1,195
H 15.8 in W 4 in D 22.75 in
Venetian Brass Four-Masted Model Ship with Detailed Décor, Mounted on Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian brass Venetian model ship from the 20th century with four masts, mounted on wood. This exquisite Italian brass Venetian model ship from the 20th century is a captivating b...
Brass
Very Ornately Decorated Silver Plated Austrian Footed Centerpiece
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elevate your dining or decor with this meticulously handcrafted Silver Plated Mid-20th Century Austrian Crescent-Shaped Footed Tableware Centerpiece. This exquisite piece exudes eleg...
Silver Plate
Rare Brass Sailing Ship – Signed and Crafted in 1912
Located in Apeldoorn, NL
A remarkable brass sailing ship, entirely crafted from brass and signed in 1912 by Louis Verstraeten to Mr. P.D. Soudyn, commemorating his 25th anniversary (1887 – January 2, 1912). ...
Brass
$1,800
H 4.125 in W 7.75 in D 3.875 in
19th C, Bigelow, Kennard & Co. Sterling Silver Floral Repoussé Sauce Boat
By Bigelow Kennard & Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
An American sterling silver sauce boat bearing the mark of Bigelow, Kennard & Co., Boston, dating to the late nineteenth century. Designed in a richly ornamented Rococo Revival manne...
Sterling Silver
$637
H 7.88 in W 14.18 in D 5.12 in
Decorative Miniature Norwegian Viking Ship, Silver-plated, on a Wooden Base
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
This Norwegian silver-plated longboat on a wooden base impresses with its realistic miniature reproduction of a vikinger boat. The wavy shape of the wooden base wonderfully represent...
Silver Plate
$162,050
H 17.72 in W 40.16 in D 22.05 in
Very Large French Silvered Bronze Jardinière in the Manner of Christofle
By Christofle
Located in London, GB
Very large French silvered bronze jardinière in the manner of Christofle French, Late 19th Century Height 45cm, width 102cm, depth 56cm This stunning silvered bronze jardinière is...
Bronze
$1,680
H 22.05 in W 27.56 in D 5.91 in
Late 19th century Antique Maritime Model of Cargo-Carrack Probably from Genoa
Located in Milan, IT
Wooden antique ship model of a cargo-carrack, probably from Genoa, with three masts, end of the 19th century. Very good conditions. Measures: Length cm 70 - inches 28, height cm 56 ...
Wood
$432,135
H 27.56 in W 42.13 in D 27.56 in
Exhibition-Quality Antique Silvered and Gilt Bronze Centrepiece by Morel
By Jean-Valentin Morel
Located in London, GB
Exhibition-quality antique silvered and gilt bronze centrepiece by Morel French, 1851 Height 70cm, width 107cm, depth 70cm This outstanding mid-19th-century centrepiece is an exampl...
Bronze
$60,258Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.1 in W 1.5 in D 1 in
Miniature illuminated manuscript on vellum with 12 full-page miniatures
By Francois-Jacques Boeri
Located in ZWIJNDRECHT, NL
A tiny and complete Parisian Book of Hours with a plethora of intricate illuminations. 91 x 65mm (3.6 x 2.6in). 190 leaves on vellum, additional 4 paper leaves after (plus 3 paper e...
Leather
Antique Germany Cutlery Pocket Knife Nuremberg Beer Scene 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
We are pleased to offer a charming early 20th-century souvenir pocket knife produced as an advertising piece for the historic Jacob Kann Company of Nuremberg, Germany. Once a well-kn...
Metal, Brass
Russian 88 Silver And Jade Amethyst Letter Opener
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Russian Neoclassical paper knife or letter opener in the style of a Roman gladius sword. The blade is made of polished nephrite jade stone. Pink guilloche enamel handle with gilt a...
Jade, Silver
Repoussé Patinated Brass Vase, Hokkaido, Vikram Goyal
By Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Repoussé Patinated Brass Vase, Hokkaido, Vikram Goyal Repoussé brass vase. Handmade in India. Repoussé involves hammering low-relief designs into malleable metal sheets from the re...
Brass
$263,071
H 57 in W 30 in D 31.5 in
One-of-a-kind 1851 Great Exhibition Carved Armchair by Arthur Jones of Dublin
Located in London, GB
*Winner of the 2022 Masterpiece Fair Furniture Highlight* The 1851 Great Exhibition Carved Bog Yew Armchair by Arthur Jones of Dublin Carved entirely from Irish bog yew wood, ...
Upholstery, Yew
$68,500 / set
H 0.75 in Dm 10.75 in
Minton Mazarine Extensive Pristine Dinner Service Cobalt Blue & Gold 232 Pcs
By Minton
Located in Great Barrington, MA
It's always time to entertain! This is one of the most elegant and versatile patterns imaginable in a Classic and rare Minton cobalt blue pattern with raised paste gold on a white gr...
Porcelain
A branch of japanese red coral (Coralium Japonicum), Italy 1880.
Located in Milan, IT
A specimen of naturalia from Wunderkammer. A branch of Japanese red coral (Coralium Japonicum), mounted on a wooden base, holds a palm tree in the shape of a white lacquered vase, wi...
Coral
$57,361
H 17.33 in W 22.05 in
Macbeth and the Three Witches a Painting on Panel by Francesco Zuccarelli
By Francesco Zuccarelli
Located in PARIS, FR
This painting, created during Zuccarelli's stay in England, represents the decisive moment when Macbeth, together with Banquo, meets the three witches who announce that he will be Ki...
Oil, Wood Panel
$438,453
H 70.87 in W 125.99 in D 2.17 in
Giant Crocodile Fossil Wall Plate, Germany. 180 Million Years Old.
Located in London, GB
This outstanding fossilised skeleton is that of the ancestral crocodile species Steneosaurus bollensis that lived during the early Jurassic period. The skeleton, complete with armour...
Other
$13,326Sale Price|27% Off
H 21.66 in Dm 11.03 in
Müller Frères, Lunéville, "Anémones" Art Nouveau Glass Lamp circa 1910
By Muller Fres Luneville
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Muller Frères, Lunéville, “Anémones” Lamp Mushroom lamp in multi-layered glass with acid-etched and wheel-carved decoration of red and mauve magnolias in bloom on an opalescent backg...
Wrought Iron
$5,504
H 6.7 in Dm 6.7 in
1924 Rene Lalique Vase Formose Fishes Cased Opalescent Glass with Green Patina
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Vase "Formose" made in cased opalescent glass with green patina created by René Lalique in 1924. Engraved signature. Perfect condition. Great opalescence and patina ! Height: 17...
Blown Glass
$9,085Sale Price|20% Off
H 5.83 in W 4.93 in D 1.89 in
René Lalique (1860-1945), Glass Clock "Pendulette 8 jours Cinq Hirondelles" 1920
By René Lalique
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
René Lalique (1860-1945), Pendulette 8 jours Cinq Hirondelles,1920 René Lalique Pendulette 8 jours « Cinq Hirondelles » enameled glass clock Also called pendulette « Vol d’Hirondel...
Glass
$46,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 27.25 in W 22.5 in D 27.25 in
Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze Mantel Clock by Henri Picard & Fedinand Barbedienne
By F. Barbedienne Foundry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Very Fine French 19th Century Gilt-Bronze Figural Mantel Clock, Horloge à Poser, by Henri Picard and Fedinand Barbedienne - ‘F. Barbédienne & Cie. / A Paris’, after the model by É...
Bronze, Ormolu
$1,285,000
H 20.25 in W 26 in D 13 in
L'Éternel Printemps by Auguste Rodin
By Auguste Rodin
Located in New Orleans, LA
Auguste Rodin 1840-1917 French L'Éternel Printemps (The Eternal Spring) Bronze with brown patina Signed "Rodin" (on base), with Barbedienne foundry mark Perhaps one of the most w...
Bronze
$5,671,783
H 203.94 in W 251.97 in D 143.7 in
George Trollope & Sons fireplace & room, Paris Exhibition 1878 Gold Medal Winner
Located in London, GB
George Trollope and Sons. Exhibited at the Paris Universal Exhibition in 1878 winning a Gold Medal for Excellence. The set forms the four sides of a complete panelled room that was ...
Marble
Porcelain Figure, Russian Dancer designed by Dimitri Iwanow for Lomonosov
By Lomonosov, Dimitri Ivanov
Located in Bochum, NRW
Tamara Karsavina, a Ballets Russes Dancer, impersonating the "Firebird" in the Ballet by Igor Strawinsky. Porcelain Figure by Dimitri Iwanow for Lomonosov, St. Petersburg Manufactory...
Porcelain
Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?
Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.
Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.
Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.
“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”
Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.
At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.
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