Strehla Vase German Ceramics Mid Century Design, 1960s
By Strehla
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Strehla Vase - German Ceramics - Mid Century Design - 1960s Elegant vintage vase from Strehla.
20th Century German Vintage Ceramics
Ceramic
Strehla Vase German Ceramics Mid Century Design, 1960s
By Strehla
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Strehla Vase - German Ceramics - Mid Century Design - 1960s Elegant vintage vase from Strehla.
Ceramic
$150Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Jasba Vase Fat Lava West Germany Ceramics 02010-24
By Jasba
Located in Poperinge, BE
West Germany was actually a collective name for ceramics that came on the market roughly between 1950 and 1990.
Ceramic
Ruscha 342 Fat Lava Vase Organic Western Germany Ceramics Signed 1960s-70s
By Ed Ruscha
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Classic Ruscha 342 vase was heavily featured in first retrospective exhibition of West German ceramics of the 1960s-1970s in the Graham Cooley Collection that brought Fat Lava ceram...
Ceramic, Pottery
Carstens Tönnieshof Square Bowl, West Germany Ceramics, 1960s
By Carstens Tönnieshof
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage bowl was made by Carstens Tönnieshof with complex graphic pattern in gold on teal or celadon glaze background. The bowl has monochromatic black glaze on the bottom surfaces ...
Gold
Dada-style Bowl, Mid-Century Scandinavian or German Ceramics
Located in PARIS, FR
Superb mid-century Scandinavian or German free form bowl in the dada style. Intricate glazed stoneware ceramic work. The artist's signature is present. This signature bears similarit...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Carstens Tönnieshof Set of Bowl and Vase, West Germany Ceramics, 1960s
By Carstens Tönnieshof
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Set of a bowl and small ever shaped vase was made by Carstens Tönnieshof with complex, textured lava white and buttery yellow glazes on light grey glaze background with gold accents ...
Gold
Carstens Tönnieshof Set of Bowl and Vase, West Germany Ceramics 1960s
By Carstens Tönnieshof, Bay Keramik, Scheurich Keramik
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Set of a bowl and small vessel or bud vase was made by Carstens Tönnieshof with complex green, teal, beige, and gold glaze. The bowl has monochromatic black glaze on the bottom surf...
Gold
Carstens Tönnieshof Set of Large Bowl and Vase, West Germany Ceramics, 1960s
By Carstens Tönnieshof
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Set of a large bowl and cylindrical vase was made by Carstens Tönnieshof with complex, textured lava white and buttery yellow glazes on light grey glaze background with gold accents...
Gold
Large 1960s Scheurich Engobe Ceramic Vase, West German Art Pottery 293-42
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful example of Scheurich's engobe artistry from the golden age of German ceramics.
Ceramic
Scheurich West German Amber-Brown Onion Vase with Handle
By Scheurich Keramik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The period is regarded as the golden age of West German ceramics, marked by bold experimental glazes, sculptural surface treatments, and strong geometric or organic motifs.
Ceramic
West German Ceramic Floor Vase with Handle, Brown Glaze, Relief Pattern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Marked 1782/45 on base, indicating form number from West German pottery production. Manufactured during the 1960s-70s when West German ceramics gained international recognition for ...
Ceramic
Decorative West German pottery Vase / Jug by Dümler & Breiden, Model 277/23
By Dümler & Breiden
Located in Bern, CH
A beautiful example of Mid-Century German ceramics. Manufacturer: Dümler & Breiden Model: 277/23 Material: Glazed ceramic Colour: Brown with off-white linear decoration Style: Mid-C...
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Terracotta Pitcher by AKRU, West Germany, 1950s
By AKRU Ceramic, West German Pottery
Located in Valencia, VC
Mid-Century Modern terracotta pitcher produced by AKRU Ceramics and designed by Alfred J. Krupp, West Germany, circa 1950s–1960s.
Ceramic, Terracotta
Set of Six Zahner Keramik Green Glazed Plates, West Germany, 1960s
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Both decorative and functional, the plates are ideal for serving appetizers, desserts, or small courses and display beautifully as part of a collection of West German ceramics. Prod...
Ceramic
West German Geometric Relief Floor Vase, Light Gray and Blue, 51-51 Mark
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Produced during the golden age of German ceramics, when over 100 manufacturers operated at peak production levels.
Ceramic
Mid-Century Scheurich Koralle Vase in Yellow Ochre, West German Ceramic
By Scheurich Keramik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Scheurich's Koralle pattern represents West German ceramics at their most tactile, employing deep relief molding to create dimensional surface interest.
Ceramic
1960s West German Extra Large Floor Vase, Volcanic Glaze, Marked 660 40
By Bay Keramik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Produced during the 1960s, this extra large vessel exemplifies the experimental spirit of post-war German ceramics, featuring bold horizontal bands of mustard yellow adorned w/ relie...
Ceramic
Strehla Mid-Century Ceramic Vase, Germany, 1970s, Lamp Base Option
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Although the factory ceased production during the 1990s, its work remains an important chapter in the history of German ceramic art and European postwar design. Whether displayed as...
Ceramic
Art Deco Female Face in Hand Painted Glazed Ceramics, Germany, 1950s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Art Deco female face in hand painted glazed ceramics, Germany, 1950s. Measures: 18.5 x 13 cm.
Ceramic
1970s German Floral Coffee Service by Thomas Rosenthal in Porcelain
By Massimo Iosa Ghini
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Both the original Thomas logo and the gallery label are intact, offering excellent provenance for collectors of German ceramics or enthusiasts of mid-century decorative arts.
Porcelain
Huge Studio Ceramics Floor Vase from Wilhelm & Elly Kuch, 1960s, Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Huge Studio Ceramics Floor Vase from Wilhelm & Elly Kuch, 1960s Germany.
Ceramic
1970s Scandinavian Ceramic Vide Poche, signed, circa 1970s, Era West Germany
By West German Pottery
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
One can recognize the West German ceramics from the 70's. The shapes are very clear, the glaze work precise and silky.
Ceramic
Zoller, Germany, Large Beer Mug in Hand Painted Ceramics, Mid-20th Century
Located in København, Copenhagen
Zoller, Germany. Large beer mug in hand painted ceramics, mid-20th century.
Ceramic
Large hand crafted SCHEURICH West-Germany Vase - Germany, circa 1970s
By Scheurich Keramik, West German Pottery
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Ceramic Scheurich, West-Germany vase with a rough, speckled texture and a handle at the top. It has an earthy, organic look, likely due to a specific glazing technique that creates a...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Ahr Keramik, Germany, Art Deco Female Face in Hand Painted Glazed Ceramics
Located in København, Copenhagen
Ahr Keramik, Germany. Art Deco female face in hand painted glazed ceramics.
Ceramic
Vintage "Scheurich Keramik" Ceramic Vase, impressed "W.Germany", 1960's
By West German Pottery
Located in Beirut, LB
Impressed with "W. Germany" and marked "227/18" on the base.
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Melitta Tea Service by Jupp Ernst, Germany, 1950s–1960s
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
A well-designed and cohesive set that reflects the optimistic and functional aesthetics of mid-century German ceramics.
Ceramic, Porcelain
Roth Keramic Blue Vase, 1970s, West Germany
By Roth Keramik
Located in Hastings, GB
Roth Keramic vase, 1970s, West Germany Founded in the 1970s by Edmund Roth. The factory was in Ebernhahn at the heart of the West German ceramics industry.
Ceramic
$220Sale Price|20% Off
West Germany Vase Oberhessische Keramik Walter Becht KG 170/24
By West German Pottery
Located in Poperinge, BE
Walter Becht vases are not very common and therefore highly sought after by collectors and serious collectors of West Germany ceramics. West Germany was actually a collective name f...
Ceramic
$611Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Terracotta Pitcher by AKRU, West Germany, 1950s
By West German Pottery, AKRU Ceramic
Located in Valencia, VC
Today, these works are valued as collectible examples of West German modernist ceramics, admired for their balance of functional craftsmanship and expressive form.
Ceramic, Terracotta
Roth Keramic Red and Black Vase 1970s, West Germany
By Roth Keramik
Located in Hastings, GB
Roth Keramic vase 1970s, West Germany Founded in the 1970s by Edmund Roth. The factory was in Ebernhahn at the heart of the West German ceramics industry.
Ceramic
Several Wall Lights in Glazed Style, Germany, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
We have a whole range of mid-century West-Germany wall lights. They are from around 1970 and typical for West-Germany ceramics during that time.
Ceramic, Pottery
Mid-Century German Ceramic Vase, Geometric Design, W. Germany
Located in High Point, NC
Both functional and decorative, this piece exemplifies the bold, tactile design language that made West German ceramics iconic in the mid-20th century.
Ceramic
Mid-Century German Ceramic Vase with Floral Motifs, W. Germany
Located in High Point, NC
The high-gloss finish and saturated colors are characteristic of West German ceramics from the postwar period, reflecting both artistic experimentation and expressive modern style.
Ceramic
Large Mid-Century Modern West German Ceramic Vase, Abstract with Handle
By West German Pottery
Located in Miami, FL
The asymmetrical body, elongated neck, and integrated circular handle exemplify the expressive design language of postwar West German ceramics, while the abstract composition reflect...
Ceramic
$371Sale Price|30% Off
Mid-Century Ceramic Plate by Ruscha, Floral Décor, Germany, 1950s
By West German Pottery, Vincent van Gogh, Ruscha
Located in Valencia, VC
Ideal for wall display in a kitchen or gallery setting or as a statement piece on a ceramics collection shelf. A rare and beautifully preserved example of mid-century German art pott...
Ceramic, Earthenware, Majolica
Original Mid-Century Vase, Ceramics, Well-Preserved Condition, Germany, 1960s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant vase is a typical representative of decorative ceramics from the 1960s, a period globally known among collectors as the "West German Pottery" era.
Ceramic
$507Sale Price|50% Off
Mid-Century Modern Scheurich Keramik Vase, Glazed Ceramic, 1960s
By Scheurich Keramik
Located in Valladolid, ES
Until the 1980s, Scheurich was the largest ceramics manufacturer in West Germany. The five digits engraved on the bases of the vases indicate the shape and size.
Ceramic
Mid-Century German Ceramic Vase, Ribbed Design, Brown to Ivory Glaze
Located in High Point, NC
Its balanced proportions and understated design reflect the modernist sensibilities of postwar German ceramics. Perfect as a standalone decorative piece or for displaying floral arra...
Ceramic
$264Sale Price|50% Off
Mid Century West German Ceramic Pitcher by Heinz Hommerich for Übelacker, 1960s
By Ü Keramik, West German Pottery
Located in Valencia, VC
This striking Fat Lava pitcher, designed by Heinz Hommerich for Übelacker or Ü Kermik, embodies the bold and organic aesthetic of mid-century West German ceramics. The pitcher’s su...
Ceramic
Mid-Century German Ceramic Vase, Textured Terracotta, Geometric Motifs
Located in High Point, NC
The minimalist design and matte finish highlight the modernist aesthetic that defined German ceramics of the period, emphasizing form, texture, and subtle color contrast.
Ceramic
Mid-Century West German Fat Lava Ceramic Vase, 20th Century
Located in High Point, NC
A quintessential example of mid-century German artistry, this vase embodies the experimental glazes and rich textures that made West German ceramics highly collectible worldwide.
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Vase, W. Germany, Fat Lava Glaze
Located in High Point, NC
Known for their experimental glazing techniques and expressive forms, West German ceramics like this one have become highly collectible.
Ceramic
Mid-Century German Ceramic Vase, Fat Lava Style, Textured Glaze
Located in High Point, NC
Its cylindrical form and roughened rim highlight the sculptural, handmade quality that defines mid-century German ceramics. A powerful statement piece, it captures the postwar era’s ...
Ceramic
Hand-Painted German Ceramic Vase, Colorful Floral Motifs, 20th Century
Located in High Point, NC
The rich palette of green, blue, red, and ochre glazes showcases the artistic vibrancy and folk-inspired charm typical of early to mid-20th-century German ceramics. Its rounded body,...
Ceramic
Mid-Century German Ceramic Vase, Burnt Sienna Glaze, Textured Design
Located in High Point, NC
With its bold form and tactile finish, this vase exemplifies the inventive spirit of postwar German ceramics, merging artistic experimentation with functional design.
Ceramic
Elegant 20th Century German Ceramic Vase, Baluster Form, Black Glaze
Located in High Point, NC
20th Century German Ceramic Vase. This elegant vase features a classic baluster form with a gently flared rim and narrow neck, reflecting the refined balance of proportion typical of...
Ceramic
$300Sale Price|20% Off
Space Age Etagere Serving Set in Multicolor Plastic by Emsa West Germany 1970s
By Emsa Germany
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Original 1970s etagere by Emsa, made in West Germany. A true space age gem, this sculptural serving piece features curvy, glossy plastic components in striking primary colors—red, y...
Plastic
20th Century German Ceramic Vase, Textured Relief, Art Deco Style
Located in High Point, NC
Exemplifying the artistic innovation of early 20th-century German ceramics, this vase blends naturalistic imagery with architectural precision, making it a striking decorative statem...
Ceramic
West German Pottery
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Ceramic vase 200-28 with brown and orange glaze, West Germany circa 1970's.
Ceramic
West German Pottery
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Ceramic vase 407-28 with handle, in brown and orange glaze, West Germany circa 1970's.
Ceramic
West German Pottery
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Earthy ceramic vessel 407-20 with textural brown and orange details and handle, West Germany circa 1970's.
Ceramic
$1,085
West German Pottery
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Ceramic vessel 12-32-38 with navy blue glazed ends and ribbed beige body, West Germany circa 1970's.
Ceramic
Ceramic vase shaped as a cat. West Germany, 1970s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Condition: Excellent condition with light signs of wear. German ceramics of the 1970s were characterised by creativity and playful forms, often with colourful glazes and imaginative...
Ceramic
Mid-Century W. Germany Ceramic Vase, Bold Glaze, Fat Lava Style
Located in High Point, NC
A quintessential example of the “Fat Lava” era, this piece embodies the postwar spirit of experimentation in German ceramics, making it a vibrant accent for any modern or eclectic in...
Ceramic
$458Sale Price / set|40% Off
Mid-Century Modern Scheurich Ceramic Vases, West Germany, 1960s
By West German Pottery, Scheurich Keramik
Located in Valencia, VC
Hand-produced in West Germany during the 1960s, this pieces embody the distinct craftsmanship and bold aesthetic characteristic of mid-20th century German ceramics.
Ceramic, Earthenware
Mid-Century German Scheurich Ceramic Vase with Earthy Glazes
Located in High Point, NC
Both decorative and functional, this piece embodies the timeless appeal of mid-century West German ceramics — bold, sculptural, and masterfully crafted for display in any modern or v...
Ceramic
Goldscheider, Austria, Art Deco Female Face in Hand Painted Glazed Ceramics
Located in København, Copenhagen
Goldscheider, Austria. Art Deco female face in hand painted glazed ceramics. Dated 1953. Measures: 18.5 x 13 cm. In very good condition. Stamped.
Ceramic
Vintage Emsa Orange Snack Tower, ABS Plastic, German Design, 1970s
By Emsa Germany
Located in Beirut, LB
Very nice vintage orange snack tower with rotating platters made from ABS plastic. The main central bowl holds three divided compartments that are fixed and there are three rotating...
Plastic
Scheurich West German Pottery
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Ceramic vase 226-48 by Scheurich, with flared lip top and ribbed brown and beige glazing, West Germany circa 1970's.
Ceramic
Unavailable
H 11.82 in Dm 4.34 in
Vintage Ü-Keramik, Übelacker Vase, West Germany Ceramics, Pale Blue Vase
By Ü Keramik
Located in Achterveld, NL
Elegant, long-necked vase in a flowing glaze going from brown and gold lava like designs to pale blue. There is some cracking in the blue. Bottom mark: 1410/30 Measures: Height...
Ceramic
West German Studio Ceramics Floor Vase from the 1960s
Located in Cologne, DE
Stunning West German Pottery studio ceramic floor vase from the 1960s. Great piece, beautifully designed. The vase is completely handmade by an unknown artist. It is made of red clay...
Ceramic
Glazed Ceramic Vase, Germany, 1960s
Located in RUEIL-MALMAISON, FR
Elegant brown and white glazed stoneware vase with a stylized braid relief decoration. Typical West German ceramics from the 1960s, with strong graphics and highly textured speckled...
Ceramic
Set Domino Ceramics for Ceramano
By Hans Welling
Located in JM Haarlem, NL
Set of ceramics, eight pieces; one jug, a decanter and six cups.
Ceramic
Vintage German Floral Pottery
Located in London, GB
Unique vintage pottery, with floral designs hand painted on both sides of the products. Made in Germany. Sold as a set or individually. Vases: 12 W x 6 D x 16 H cm Bowl: 20 dia...
Ceramic West Germany, 1970s
Located in Porto, PT
This original vintage vase was produced in the 1970s in Germany. It is made of porcelain in Fat Lava Optic. Straightforward and Minimalistic design of the 1970s design era.
Ceramic
Ceramic, West German, 1970s
Located in Porto, PT
This original vintage vase was produced in the 1970s in Germany. It is made of porcelain in Fat Lava Optic. The bottom is marked with 427-47. Straightforward and minimalistic design ...
Ceramic
Ceramic, West German, 1970s
Located in Porto, PT
This original vintage vase was produced in the 1970s in Germany. It is made of porcelain in fat lava optic. The bottom is marked with 412-40. Straightforward and minimalistic design ...
Ceramic
Ceramic Enamelled Plate West Germany
Located in Warsaw, PL
A ceramic enamelled plate West Germany. Measures: Diameter 30 cm Height 5.5 cm.
German Dresden Porcelain Figurine, Mandolin Player
By Dresden Figurine
Located in Grenoble, FR
German Dresden porcelain, mandolin player. Free shipping.
1960s Strehla West Germany Vase
By Strehla
Located in Achterveld, NL
1960s Strehla West Germany vase.
Ceramic
Unavailable
H 7.68 in Dm 3.94 in
Set of 3 Mid-Century Modern "West-Germany" Ceramic Vases, European Design, 1950s
By West German Pottery
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Trio of West German ceramic vases made in Europe in the 1950s. This set of 3 comes with free shipping to certain countries. The term "West Germany" on German pottery is not a b...
Ceramic
Marei Keramik vase, 1970s, West Germany
By Marei Keramik
Located in Søgne, NO
We are selling a rare and beautiful vase from Marei Keramik, West Germany, model 3050. This unique vase is an iconic piece representing mid-20th century German ceramics.
Ceramic
Vintage Floral Vase
By Thomas Germany
Located in London, GB
White porcelain vase with gold floral design. Made in Germany 15Dia x 25H cm Good vintage condition
Midcentury Ruscha Large Bull, West Germany
By Ruscha
Located in Pymble, NSW
A rare 1960s Ruscha large bull with the 'Vulkano' glaze, unmarked, West Germany. The glaze was devised by Otto Gerharz in 1959. A very appealing and tactile surface that almost deman...
Ceramic
Emons & Sohne Keramic West Germany, 1960s
By E&S Keramic, Willi Hack
Located in Pymble, NSW
An E & S Keramic fat lava urn shaped vase with a red on blue-grey lava glaze. This complex, almost archaic, lava glaze is typical of ES production. The form and glaze are rare. Unmar...
Pottery
Glazed Pottery Bowl Germany Kunsthandlung W. Welker Heidelberg
Located in New York, NY
Glazed pottery bowl made in Germany midcentury Signed: Kunsthandlung W. Welker Heidelberg.
Pottery
Gold Rimmed Ceramic Soup Bowl, Germany, circa 1960
Located in New York, NY
Minimalistic and clean designed soup bowl. It features gilt rims.
Ceramic
Big Ceramic Vase from Dumler & Breiden, Germany, 1960s
By Dümler & Breiden
Located in Krakow, małopolskie
A very large ceramic vase from the 1960s, glazed with two types of mass, which makes it not only two-colored, but also has two different surface finishes - the lower part is smooth a...
Ceramic
Strehla Ceramic East-Germany Bowl Dish GDR, 1960s
By Strehla
Located in Achterveld, NL
This beautiful ceramic bowl/dish with orange fat lava ovals, teardrop shape, East-Germany. The dish is from former East Germany marked at the bottom. Dimensions: 5 x 25 cm.
Ceramic
Unavailable
H 11.82 in W 4.73 in D 4.73 in
Brutalist German Pitcher Vases from Spara Schamotte Keramik, 1970s
By Spara
Located in Lugano, TI
Stunning couple of pitcher vases by german studio Spara Schamotte Keramik. Brutalist, handmade pottery from the 1970s. Model 740/31 both in very good pre owned condition without a...
Ceramic, Pottery
Unavailable
H 9.75 in W 3.75 in D 1 in
Ceramic Wall Hanging Fish by Helmut Schaeffenacker of Ulm, Germany
By Helmut Friedrich Schäffenacker
Located in Frisco, TX
Nice ambiance for any room from this ceramic wall hanging fish by Helmut Schaeffenacker of Ulm, Germany, 1960s. Clearly marked for authenticity.
Ceramic
Unavailable
H 16.93 in W 10.63 in D 0.79 in
Helmut Schaffenacker, Germany 1960 Pottery Wall Plaque Horses
By Helmut Friedrich Schäffenacker
Located in Pymble, NSW
Helmut Schaffenacker executed pottery wall plaque of two colorful hoses in profile with and irregular rock finish edge, impressed mark on the back. Dating from the mid-1960s.
Pottery
Unique Stoneware Vase by Ursula Scheid, Own Studio, Germany
By Ursula Scheid
Located in New York, NY
Ursula Scheid, own studio, Germany Unique stoneware vase with matte white and pink glaze, 1987. Measure: Height 4" (10cm) x width 5 1/2" (4cm) Impressed "Scheid US 87" Excell...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Mid-century Ruscha Milano tri candle holder, West Germany.
By Ruscha
Located in Pymble, NSW
An early 1950s 'Milano' pattern triple candle holder by Ruscha, West Germany. Signed on the base, Ruscha handpainted GW. The Milano pattern was designed by Cilli Worsdorfer.
Ceramic
West German Pottery Plate from the 1970s by Rainer Gehrig
By Rainer Gehrig
Located in Cologne, DE
Big wall plate, manufactured in the 1970s in Germany in the pottery of Rainer Gehrig. Gehrig specialized in these plate and hand decorated them in different ways, the offered one is ...
Ceramic
Unavailable
H 15.16 in W 5.52 in D 4.53 in
Unique Brown Ceramic Vase by Wilhelm & Elly Kuch, Germany, 1960s
By Wilhelm & Elly Kuch
Located in Nürnberg, Bavaria
Unique brown ceramic vase by Wilhelm & Elly Kuch, Germany, 1960s Measures: H 38.5 cm 15.10 in L 14 cm 5.5 in D 11.5 cm 4.51 in.
Ceramic
Three Vases by Annegret Knippel-Taschner, Own Studio, Germany
By Annegret Knippel-Taschner
Located in New York, NY
Annegret Knippel-Taschner, own studio, Germany Unique stoneware vase with matte reddish brown glaze. Measures: Height 5" (13cm) Width 4 1/4" (11cm) Impressed monogram No. C5171...
Ceramic, Stoneware
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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