Set of Continental German Porcelain Dinner Service
Located in Queens, NY
Continental German (19th Century) white porcelain dinner service painted with floral decoration & scalloped edge with gilt trim - 102 pieces total. (PRICED AS SET)
Porcelain
Mid-Century German Metal Plate From Zeppelin Metallwerke
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century German Metal Plate From Zeppelin Metallwerke, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1950 to 1959 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Color: Gold Styl...
Zitan
$186Sale Price|20% Off
Porcelain Bowl, Rosenthal Moliere, Germany, Mid-20th Century
By Rosenthal
Located in Chorzów, PL
Porcelain openwork bowl made of ecru porcelain, decorated with gilding and a bouquet of flowers motif. A product of the valued German manufacturer Rosenthal from the Moliere series. ...
Porcelain
$186Sale Price|20% Off
Porcelain Bowl, Rosenthal Moliere, Germany, Mid-20th Century
By Rosenthal
Located in Chorzów, PL
Porcelain openwork bowl made of ecru porcelain, decorated with gilding and a bouquet of flowers motif. A product of the valued German manufacturer Rosenthal from the Moliere series. ...
Porcelain
$174Sale Price|25% Off
Porcelain Bowl, Rosenthal Moliere, Germany, Mid-20th Century
By Rosenthal
Located in Chorzów, PL
Porcelain openwork bowl made of ecru porcelain, decorated with gilding and a bouquet of flowers motif. A product of the valued German manufacturer Rosenthal from the Moliere series. ...
Porcelain
$186Sale Price|20% Off
Porcelain Bowl, Rosenthal Moliere, Germany, Mid-20th Century
By Rosenthal
Located in Chorzów, PL
Porcelain openwork bowl made of ecru porcelain, decorated with gilding and a bouquet of flowers motif. A product of the valued German manufacturer Rosenthal from the Moliere series w...
Porcelain
Vintage Flowers Decorative Porcelain Plate, Germany, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Decorative Flowers plate from Bavaria, Germany. Produced in 1970s. The plate is hand painted. Plate is in very good vintage condition, no damage or cracks. Original glass. Beautifu...
Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass
Art Nouveau Majolica Two Plates Germany 20th Century
Located in Uppsala , SE
Art Nouveau Majolica Germany 20th Century Two beautiful majolica plates Geometry design with nature palette of colours Items are in good vintage condition Please check careful...
Ceramic
Art Nouveau Majolica Two Plates Flowers Butterfly Germany
Located in Uppsala , SE
Art Nouveau Two small majolica plates Germany Cirka 1900-1909 Diameter 17,2 cm Vibrant turquoise colour with delicate small details In good antique condition with minimal structura...
Ceramic
Rosenthal, Germany, "Sanssouci", Round Cream Colored Serving Dish
Located in København, Copenhagen
Rosenthal, Germany. "Sanssouci", a round cream-coloured serving dish decorated with flowers and gold. Approx. 1930s. In perfect condition. First factory quality. Marked. Dimensi...
Porcelain
German Majolica Fern Leaf Greek Key Footed Comport
By Villeroy & Boch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A German majolica fern leaf footed comport, circa 1885-1900 Comports are serving dishes with a pedestal or footed base, used for displaying fruit or desserts. A charming mold in a ...
Earthenware
Rosenthal, Germany, "Sanssouci", Large Cream-Colored Serving Dish
Located in København, Copenhagen
Rosenthal, Germany. "Sanssouci", large cream-colored serving dish decorated with flowers and gold decoration. Approx. 1930s. In perfect condition. First factory quality. Marked. ...
Porcelain
Antique RS Prussia German Porcelain Plate, #Ric00015
By RS Prussia
Located in Norton, MA
A wonderful antique RS Prussia cabinet plate hand painted floral in different colors and gold trimmed porcelain plate.
Porcelain
Antique RS Prussia German Porcelain Plate, #Ric00013
By RS Prussia
Located in Norton, MA
A wonderful antique RS Prussia cabinet plate hand painted roses gold trimmed porcelain plate.
Porcelain
Six Porcelain Plates Rosenthal Chippendale Germany Gold Flowers 1950
By Rosenthal
Located in Uppsala , SE
These gorgeous Rosenthal Chippendale German plates are wonderful collection pieces! 1950s D 19,7 cm ( 7,85 inches) Rich gilt and amazing bouquet All 6 plates are in very good vin...
Porcelain
Mettlacher Steinzeug, Model 4516, Villeroy & Boch, Germany, Early 20th century
By Mettlach, Villeroy & Boch
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
Decorative stoneware plate produced by Villeroy & Boch at the Mettlach factory, Germany, model number 4516. The plate is decorated with a stylized leaf motif in cream tones set again...
Stoneware
Mid-Century German Ceramic Cake Plate from Limburg, 1960s
By Limburg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century German Ceramic Cake Plate from Limburg, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Cera...
Ceramic
Art Nouveau Majolica Water Lilies Villeroy Boch Germany
By Villeroy & Boch
Located in Uppsala , SE
The plates were produced by Villeroy & Boch at their Schramberg factory and is characteristic of the Art Nouveau (Jugendstil) style, which was popular around the turn of the 20th Cen...
Ceramic
Vintage German Floral Glass Cake Plate from Walther Glas, 1970s
By Walther Glass
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage German Floral Glass Cake Plate from Walther Glas, 1970s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979 Official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs, designer reco...
Glass
Midcentury Vintage Rose Decorative Porcelain Plate, Germany, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Decorative Rose plate from Bavaria, Germany. Produced in 1970s. The plate is hand painted. Plate is in very good vintage condition, no damage or cracks. Original glass. Beautiful p...
Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass
Vintage Decorative Mini Grape Porcelain Plate, Germany, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Decorative Grape plate from Bavaria, Germany. Produced in 1970s. The plate is hand painted. Plate is in very good vintage condition, no damage or cracks. Original glass. Beautiful ...
Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass
Rosenthal, Germany, "Sanssouci", Cream-Coloured Serving Dish with Flowers
Located in København, Copenhagen
Rosenthal, Germany. "Sanssouci", a cream-coloured serving dish decorated with flowers and gold decoration. Approx. 1930s. In perfect condition. First factory quality. Marked. Di...
Porcelain
Two Plates 24 cm Meissen Blue Onion Gilt Germany
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Uppsala , SE
Meissen Blue Onion Pierced 2 Luncheon Plates Design: Features the classic Blue Onion (Zwiebelmuster) pattern with stylized floral and fruit motifs, including peaches and pomegranate...
Porcelain
Mid-Century Modern Porcelain Oyster Plate Bauscher, Germany
By Bauscher Weiden
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This beautiful oyster plate features 6 wells for oysters and one for the sauce or lemon. It is marked at the back with manufactory sign. Nice addition to your table or just to displa...
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Porcelain Oyster Plate Bauscher, Germany
By Bauscher Weiden
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This beautiful oyster plate features 6 wells for oysters and one for the sauce or lemon. It is marked at the back with manufactory sign. Nice addition to your table or just to displa...
Ceramic
German White Porcelain Serving or Vanity Tray by Rosenthal
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
A German white porcelain serving (or vanity) tray with hand-painted floral design and gold detail, circa mid to late-20th century, Germany. Tray is oblong/octagonal and can serve cui...
Porcelain
Vintage German Postmodern Tray by Matteo Thun for WMF, 1980s
By Matteo Thun
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage German Postmodern Tray by Matteo Thun for WMF, 1980s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: M...
Metal
1960s WMF Ikora Crumb Catcher Set Pan & Brush Germany
By WMF Ikora
Located in Chula Vista, CA
WMF Ikora Crumb Catcher Tray and Brush Germany Silent Butler Table Cleaner set Tray & brush valet by WMF IKORA, Germany Electro silverplated Brass. Stamped underneath. Valet Tray 8 ...
Brass, Aluminum
Mid Century Vintage Decorative Porcelain Plate, Rosenthal, Germany, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Decorative Flowers plate from Rosenthal, Germany. Produced in 1970s. The plate is hand painted. Plate is in very good vintage condition, no damage or cracks. Original glass. Beautif...
Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass
Mettlach Stoneware Charger by Villeroy & Boch, 19th Century Germany
By Villeroy & Boch
Located in Montreal, QC
Mettlach green matte glaze stoneware charger with cameo vignette of troubadour serenading a young woman (model 2795) and incised floral border. Pierced on back for hanging. Backstamp...
Stoneware
$358Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage German Painted Metal Serving Tray by Ruppelwerke, Gotha, c. 1930
By Ruppelwerk
Located in Basildon, GB
A charming and well-preserved example of early 20th-century German tinware, this decorative serving tray was produced by the renowned Ruppelwerke (Ruppel Metallwarenfabrik) of Gotha....
Sheet Metal
78-Piece KPM Porcelain Dinner Service, Blue Morning Glory, Germany
By KPM Porcelain
Located in Queens, NY
78 Piece Continental German (18/19th Century) dinner service with a blue "Morning Glory" design and gilt trim (mfg by KPM, Royal Berlin)
Porcelain
Mid Century Vintage Flowers Decorative Porcelain Plate, Germany, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Decorative Flowers plate from Bavaria, Germany. Produced in 1970s. The plate is hand painted. Plate is in very good vintage condition, no damage or cracks. Original glass. Beautiful...
Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass
Mid Century Vintage Flowers Decorative Porcelain Plate, Germany, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Decorative Flowers plate from Bavaria, Germany. Produced in 1970s. The plate is hand painted. Plate is in very good vintage condition, no damage or cracks. Original glass. Beautiful...
Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass
Mid Century Vintage Flowers Decorative Porcelain Plate, Germany, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Decorative Flowers plate from Bavaria, Germany. Produced in 1970s. The plate is hand painted. Plate is in very good vintage condition, no damage or cracks. Original glass. Beautiful...
Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass
Mid Century Vintage Rose Decorative Porcelain Plate, Germany, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Decorative Rose plate from Bavaria, Germany. Produced in 1970s. The plate is hand painted. Plate is in very good vintage condition, no damage or cracks. Original glass. Beautiful pi...
Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass
German Wächtersbach 12 Hunting plates and tureen by Carl Bull, 1910
By Waechtersbach Ceramics
Located in Delft, NL
German Wächtersbach 12 Hunting plates and tureen by Carl Bull, 1910 Beige ceramic set with light blue rims and various relief scenes of wild animals in shades of gray. The set consi...
Ceramic
Hutschenreuther Flower Pattern Porcelain and Silver Plate Serving Tray
By Hutschenreuther
Located in Antwerp, BE
This beautiful Hutchenreuther hand-painted tray with Blue Onion flower pattern motif is a perfect addition to any interior. The blue floral pattern is inspired by the Delft style, ma...
Silver Plate
Mid-Century Modern German Studio Pottery Wall Plate from Ruscha, 1960s
By Ruscha
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern German Studio Pottery Wall Plate from Ruscha, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 I have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,...
Ceramic
20th Century Salmon Wood & Metal Cutting Board Plate Tray Plater Vintage German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A striking and sculptural serving piece, this Salmon-shaped cutting board seamlessly blends utility with functional design. Made from oak wood and accented with cast aluminum detaili...
Aluminum
20th Century Salmon Wood & Metal Cutting Board Plate Tray Plater Vintage German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A striking and sculptural serving piece, this Salmon-shaped cutting board seamlessly blends utility with functional design. Made from oak wood and accented with cast aluminum detaili...
Aluminum
20th Century Turkey Wood & Metal Cutting Board Plate Tray Plater Vintage German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A striking and sculptural serving piece, this turkey-shaped cutting board seamlessly blends utility with functional design. Made from oak wood and accented with cast aluminum detaili...
Aluminum
20th Century Pig Wood & Metal Cutting Board Plate Tray Plater Vintage German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A striking and sculptural serving piece, this pig-shaped cutting board seamlessly blends utility with functional design. Made from oak wood and accented with cast aluminum detailing,...
Aluminum
German Oval Ceramic and Metal Serving Tray with Flowers and insects, 1920
By Villeroy & Boch
Located in Milan, IT
German Oval Ceramic and Metal Serving Tray with Flowers and Insects, 1920
Metal
Middle 20th Century Rococo Two Dinner Plates Blue Gilt Flowers Rosenthal Germany
By Rosenthal
Located in Uppsala , SE
Stunning set of 2 Rosenthal Selb Germany dinner plate These decorative collectible plate featuring a vibrant central floral bouquet surrounded by elaborate gold gilding and a rich co...
Porcelain
Set of Three Mid-Century Modern Porcelain Oyster Plate Bauscher, Germany
By Bauscher Weiden
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This beautiful set of three oyster plates features 6 wells for oysters and one for the sauce or lemon. It is marked at the back with manufactory sign. Nice addition to your table or ...
Ceramic
Meissen, Germany. Two oval serving dishes in porcelain with blue floral motifs.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Meissen Two oval serving dishes, mid-20th century. Hand-decorated porcelain with hand-painted blue floral motifs and gilt edging along the rim. Classic elegant Meissen design with ge...
Porcelain
Serving Dish in Crystal by Walther Glas, Germany, 1960-1970
By Walther Glass
Located in Herentals, BE
This remarkable serving dish has handles on both sides and is made of crystal with a granular, transparent structure and an orange-brown motif. The bottom of the serving dish is smoo...
Crystal
Antique RS Prussia German Porcelain Hat Pin Holder, Ric.00039
By RS Prussia
Located in Norton, MA
A wonderful Antique RS Prussia German Porcelain hat pin holder, Ric.00039.
Porcelain
Mid Century Vintage Fishes Decorative Porcelain Plate, Bavaria, Germany, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Decorative Fishes plate from Germany. Produced in 1970s. Every plate is hand painted. Plate is in very good vintage condition, no damage or cracks. Original glass. Beautiful piece fo...
Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass
Mid-Century Modern German Studio Pottery Tea Warmer by Otto Wichmann, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern German Studio Pottery Tea Warmer by Otto Wichmann, 1960s
Ceramic
Vintage Spaniel Dog and Flowers Decorative Porcelain Plate, Germany, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Decorative Spaniel Dogs plate from Bavaria, Germany. Produced in 1970s. The plate is hand painted. Plate is in very good vintage condition, no damage or cracks. Original glass. Bea...
Ceramic, Glass, Porcelain
Art Nouveau Majolica One Centre piece/Fruit stand Six Plates Germany
Located in Uppsala , SE
Germany Vintage Majolica set 1 centre piece/fruit stand H 10 cm (3,94 inches) D 24,5 cm (9,65 inches) 6 side plates d 16,4 cm (6,46 inches) Vintage German Hand Painted Majolica Pede...
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern German Studio Pottery Wall Plate by Wilhelm Kagel, 1960s
By Wilhelm Kagel
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern German Studio Pottery Wall Plate by Wilhelm Kagel, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark, Up to 250V (Europe/UK ...
Ceramic
Art Nouveau Majolica Green Tulips One Centre piece Five Plates Germany
Located in Uppsala , SE
Art Nouveau Majolica set 1 centre piece/fruit stand compote H 12,5 cm (4,92 inches) D 23,5 cm (9,25 inches) 5 side plates d 17,2 cm (6,77 inches) Antique Zell Germany 1907-1938. Ge...
Ceramic
Mid-Century German Space Age Yellow Leguval Plastic Tray from Bayer, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century German Space Age Yellow Leguval Plastic Tray from Bayer, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information...
Plastic
Pace in Questa Casa Holy San Antonio Porcelain Plate Tirschenreuth Germany
By Tirschenreuth Bavaria
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This beautiful plate was made by Tirschenreuth Bavaria, Germany for the Italian market. It is marked at the back with manufactory sign. It shows the holy S. Antonio, with the Italian...
Porcelain
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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