Irish Tea Set
Belleek Cabaret Tea Set for Two, Cream Grass Pattern, Victorian 1863-1891
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
necessarily learned how to brew tea the proper way.
CONDITION REPORT The set is in fabulous antique condition
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
$3,480 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Ornate Victorian Irish sterling silver coffee pot made in Dublin in 1855
By John Smyth of Dublin
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Dublin in 1855 by John Smyth, this striking, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Coffee Pot, stands on four cast feet, and features chased acanthus and shell detailing t...
Category
Antique 1850s Irish Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver
$2,991
H 9.45 in W 9.45 in D 5.91 in
Set of 6 Finely-Cut Regency Waterford Custard Cups, c1825
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Set of 6 Finely-Cut Regency Waterford Custard Cups, c1825
Additional information:
Period : George
Category
Antique 19th Century Northern Irish George IV Tea Sets
Materials
Glass
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Four-Piece Irish Sterling Tea Service, Charles Marsh, Dublin, Dated 1834
By Charles Marsh
Located in Toronto, ONTARIO
Irish four-piece sterling tea service made in Dublin, Ireland by Charles Marsh, circa 1834-1835
Category
Antique 1830s Northern Irish William IV Tea Sets
Materials
Silver
Rare First Black Mark Belleek Batchelor Dragon Tea Set
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
numbered set and tea instructions in lid. Magnificent example of early Irish Belleek design. The set is
Category
Antique 1860s Irish Victorian Tea Sets
Antique Sterling Silver Irish Three-Piece Tea Service Set, Dublin 1917, Hopkin
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique sterling silver Irish three-piece tea service set
Maker: Hopkin & Hopkins
Made in Dublin
Category
Vintage 1910s Northern Irish Tea Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver
Irish Solid Silver 4-Piece Tea and Coffee Set, Charles Marsh, circa 1830
By Charles Marsh
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century Irish matched four piece tea and coffee set, comprising of a coffee pot
Category
Antique 19th Century Irish Tea Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 9.85 in W 11.42 in D 6.3 in
Royal Irish Silver Co 4-Piece Sterling Silver Dairymaid Tea and Coffee Set
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage sterling silver 4 piece coffee and tea set in the Dairymaid pattern from Royal Irish Silver
Category
20th Century Unknown Tea Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Irish Georgian Silver Coffee Pot Dublin, Ireland, C. 1770
Located in London, GB
A magnificent antique George III Irish silver coffee pot. This sterling silver coffee pot has a
Category
Antique 18th Century Irish Georgian Tea Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Irish George III Silver Coffee Pot c. 1769 Dublin Ireland
Located in London, GB
A beautiful antique Irish sterling silver Coffee Pot with an elegant baluster shaped body and a
Category
Antique 18th Century Irish Georgian Tea Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver
Belleek Cabaret Tea Set, Cream Cob Lustre, Erne, Victorian, 1890s
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
tea sets as they were often assembled over time, and Belleek was notorious for always slightly
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Belleek Porcelain Cabaret Tea Set, Green Neptune, Victorian, 1891-1926
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
the beautiful green of the Irish Sea on a stormy day. This set takes you into the Irish Sea, and it
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Belleek Porcelain Cabaret Tea Set, Green Neptune, Victorian, 1891-1926
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
the beautiful green of the Irish Sea on a stormy day. This set takes you into the Irish Sea, and it
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Belleek Porcelain Cabaret Tea Set, Pink Neptune, Victorian, circa 1891
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
desired color, and it is hard to find an entire matching set!
The tea service is made in a beautiful
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Belleek Cabaret Tea Set for Two, Shamrock Pattern, 1891-1946
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
This is a rare and gorgeous Belleek cabaret tea service, or dejeuner set, in the famous Shamrock
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Belleek Porcelain Cabaret Tea Set, White, Japonism Dragon, Victorian, 1863-1891
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
This is an extremely rare and stunning Belleek cabaret set serving just one, in the "Dragon" style
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Late Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Belleek Porcelain Cabaret Tea Set for Two, Grass Design, Victorian 1863-1891
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful Belleek porcelain cabaret tea set in the Grass design made by Belleek between
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Late Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Irish Sterling Silver Teapot, Antique George IV
By James Scott, Dublin 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George IV Irish sterling silver teapot; an addition to
Category
Antique 1820s Irish George IV Tea Sets
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Irish Sterling Silver Coffee Pot
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian Irish sterling silver coffee pot; an addition
Category
Antique 1850s Irish Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Irish George II Silver Coffee Pot Dublin, Ireland c. 1750
Located in London, GB
An impressive Antique Irish Rococo Silver Coffee Pot with an ornate chased design embellishing the
Category
Antique 18th Century English George II Tea Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Irish Provincial Silver Coffee Pot Cork 1775 18th Century Georgian
By John Nicholson
Located in London, GB
An impressive Antique Irish Provincial Sterling Silver Coffee Pot with a classic baluster form and
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Tea Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 11.11 in W 4.81 in D 8.27 in
Belleek Porcelain Demitasse Cup, Soft Pink Tridacna, Victorian 1891-1926
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
story to this extraordinarily fine Irish eggshell porcelain, which has an unusually high amount of "frit
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Belleek Porcelain Cup and Saucer, Grass Pattern, Victorian 1863-1891
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
late Victorian time, and would be perfect for coffee as well.
We also have an entire cabaret set in
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Arts and Crafts Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Irish Arklow Pottery Tea Set for Two with Teapot
Located in Leicester, GB
A beautiful midcentury Irish tea set by Arklow pottery.
Made in the republic of Ireland.
This
Category
Mid-20th Century Irish Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets
Materials
Pottery
Antique Irish Belleek Tridanca Tea Set Black Mark 1863-1891 Ireland Pink Cream
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Early Irish Belleek Porcelain Tridanca tea pot with textured body and stylish almond pink wash
Category
Antique 19th Century Irish Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain, Pottery
H 6.25 in W 9.25 in D 6.25 in
Belleek Cabaret Tea Set Serving Four, Green Neptune, 1863-1946
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
like the beautiful green of the Irish Sea on a stormy day. This set takes you into the Irish Sea, and
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Belleek Cabaret Tea Set Solitaire, Pink Echinus Shells, 1869-1878
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
This is an extremely rare Belleek cabaret set for one, or "solitaire", made in the famous Echinus
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Belleek Porcelain Cabaret Tea Set, Pink Tridacna Shell, Victorian 1891-1926
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful Belleek cabaret set in the pink Tridacna design, consisting of a teapot, three
Category
Antique 1890s Northern Irish Late Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Irish Silver Teapot with Celtic Tracery, circa 1900s
Located in New York, NY
front, there is a finely engraved family crest, consisting of the jagged ancient Irish royal crown
Category
Antique Early 1900s Northern Irish Art Nouveau Tea Sets
Materials
Silver
Early 19th Century Antique Sterling 925 Silver Irish Teapot
Located in Torino, IT
An antique silver teapot manufactured in Dublin in 1805 by Robert Breading. Harmoniously shaped, with a winged horse crest engraved on the lower section. Handle and top are made in e...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Irish George III Tea Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver
BELLEEK - 'Neptune' - Ceramic Cream Jug & Sugar Bowl - Ireland - Circa 1955-1980
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in Chatham, ON
bowl - 5th and 6th green maker's marks to the bottom of each piece - Ireland - the cream jug circa
Category
Mid-20th Century Irish Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
H 4.25 in W 4 in D 2.5 in
Large Belleek Tea Service, Harp Shape, 3rd BM 1926-1946
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
sprigs of shamrocks, which is the symbolic Irish plant. The set was potted in the very thin "eggshell
Category
Vintage 1930s Northern Irish Art Deco Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Wedgwood Rosso Antico Cabaret Set
By Wedgwood
Located in New Orleans, LA
This fascinating rosso antico tea set by Wedgwood is decorated with enameled Chinese peony flowers
Category
Antique 19th Century Irish Other Tea Sets
Materials
Stoneware
Belleek Porcelain Cabaret Teapot Set, Green Neptune, Victorian, 1891-1926
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
Irish Sea on a stormy day. This set takes you into the Irish Sea, and it never fails to inspire your
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Parian Porcelain Teapot, Belleek Green Hexagon Shape, 2nd BM 1891-1926
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
. There is a back story to this extraordinarily fine Irish eggshell porcelain, which has an unusually high
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Belleek Footed Shell Porcelain Teapot, Second Period
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This rare late 19th century footed porcelain teapot was made by Belleek of Ireland in the shell
Category
Antique 1890s Irish Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Belleek Teacup Quartet, Cream Lustre Echinus, Victorian, 1869
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
right. There is a back story to this extraordinarily fine Irish eggshell porcelain, which has an
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Late Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Belleek Teacup Trio, Cream Lustre Echinus, Victorian 1867-1891
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
a back story to this extraordinarily fine Irish eggshell porcelain, which has an unusually high
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Late Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Belleek Demitasse Cup and Saucer, Shamrock Pattern, 1926-1946
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
fine Irish eggshell porcelain, which has an unusually high amount of "frit" and therefore is thinner
Category
Early 20th Century Northern Irish Arts and Crafts Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Belleek Small Porcelain Mug, Cream and Green Shamrock Pattern, 1926-1946
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
Irish eggshell porcelain, which has an unusually high amount of "frit" and therefore is thinner and
Category
Early 20th Century Northern Irish Arts and Crafts Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
H 2.6 in W 3.75 in D 2.75 in
Irish Sterling Silver Tea Set
Located in Vancouver, BC
An Irish sterling silver tea set hallmarked Dublin, 1970 by Irish Silver Ltd. In the Queen Anne
Category
Late 20th Century Irish Tea Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver
A Frutiwood Apple Shaped Tea Caddy.
Located in Dublin, IE
A Fruitwood Apple Shaped Tea Caddy.
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Irish Tea Sets
Materials
Fruitwood
William IV Sterling Silver Irish 3-Piece Teaset Dublin 1830 Robert Smith & J
By Robert Smith and James Gamble
Located in 53-64 Chancery Lane, London
scroll formed handle rounds off a beautifully designed Irish teaset.
Weight: 57.75 troy ounces
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Irish William IV Tea Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Belleek Basketweave Shamrock Teapot w/Lid
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in Naples, FL
with a lid and has the 7th brown mark, indicating its authenticity. Perfect for tea or coffee
Category
Late 20th Century Northern Irish Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
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Irish Tea Set For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic Irish tea set available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and metal, every Irish tea set was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer Irish tea set, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right Irish tea set, those designed in Victorian, Georgian and Art Nouveau styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one Irish tea set that is appealing in its simplicity, but Belleek Pottery Ltd., Katie Larmour Design and James Robinson produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is an Irish Tea Set?
An Irish tea set can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $901, while the lowest priced sells for $180 and the highest can go for as much as $12,995.
Questions About Irish Tea Set
- What is the best tea set?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021There are many types of tea sets available. You may wish to have a small tea service if your needs are modest. During Queen Victoria’s reign, teakettles and coffeepots were added to tea services that were quite large — indeed, small baked goods were served with your drink back then, and a tea set could include many teacups and saucers, a milk pot and other accessories.A tea set best suited for you may depend on a variety of factors. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage tea sets.
- What is a Bavaria tea set?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Bavaria tea set is a tea set that was crafted in the Bavaria region of Germany. This region is renowned for its exceptionally fine porcelain. Pieces are often painted by hand, giving each one a unique style. Shop a range of Bavaria tea sets from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To identify vintage tea sets, first determine who the maker is. Locate the brand stamp or hallmark on one of the pieces. If you snap a photo with your smartphone or tablet, you can conduct a reverse image search to jump-start your research. By using trusted online resources, you can match the marking to the manufacturer's name and, from there, identify the pattern and age. Generally, a tea set must have been produced between 20 and 99 years ago to be considered vintage. For help with identification, seek out a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a selection of vintage tea sets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The pieces in a silver tea set vary. Most sets include at least four pieces: a spirit burner, a teapot, a cream pitcher and a sugar bowl. Some sets also contain a matching coffee pot or a small serving spoon for the sugar bowl. Find a range of antique and vintage silver tea sets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 5, 2024To identify an antique tea set, look closely to determine who the manufacturer is. Locate the hallmark on the bottom of a saucer, teapot or cup. A maker’s mark on one of these items is the best indicator of the set’s origin. If you snap a photo with your smartphone or tablet, you can conduct a reverse image search to jump-start your research. Professionals recommend consulting auction catalogs, books and trusted online resources such as museum exhibition materials. With some research, you may be able to match the marking to the manufacturer's name and, from there, identify the pattern and age.
In 17th-century England, Chinese tea began to arrive at ports in London. Mass production of porcelain tea sets took place in the 18th century, and during the early 1800s, tea became widely affordable, and the concept of teatime took shape all over England.
Reputable soft-paste porcelain makers include Sèvres, Capodimonte and Chelsea, while Meissen was the first European maker of hard-paste porcelain. Bone china manufactories of note include Spode, Minton and Derby, which was later called the Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Company.
Generally, a tea set is considered vintage if it’s at least 20 years old, while antiques are at least 100 years old. Although a maker’s mark is generally a helpful indicator of a given manufacturer, forgeries have occurred over the years. Look for other signifiers of a material, time period or style if you are uncertain of your piece’s origin. For help with identification, seek out a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer.
Find antique tea sets on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Japanese teapot is called a kyusus, while the everyday drinking glasses for tea are called yunomi. For more formal occasions, a chawan tea bowl is used. You can shop a range of antique and vintage Japanese tea sets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Are silver tea sets safe to use?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Silver is a chemically non-reactive metal, so as long as the tea set is clean and has been properly cared for, it is safe to use. However, silver is an excellent conductor of heat, so be careful not to burn your lips or tongue whilst drinking tea. Shop a collection of authentic silver tea sets from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Silver tea sets can range in value depending on a variety of factors. A silver-plated tea set is not usually very high value, though certain pieces and who the maker is plays a large role. A sterling silver set can be worth at least $1000.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A basic sterling silver tea set costs around $1,000. However, the older the set is, the more expensive it will be. Some antique silver tea sets are worth up to $400,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The value of a sterling silver tea set is based on age, maker, and the pieces included. A set can start at $1,000, but the value can be a wide range. If it is sterling, it should have a hallmark of .925. This indicates that the piece is 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper alloy. The more pieces in the set, the more it is likely to be worth in some cases. Find a collection of antique and vintage sterling silver tea sets on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To know how much your tea set is worth, you can consult a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert or research it on your own. If you opt for the latter option, start by using trusted online resources to determine who the set's maker is. Typically, you can use markings that commonly appear on the bottoms of teapots, saucers, teacups and other pieces. Once you know the maker, you can examine sales and auction records to see how much sets similar to yours have fetched in the past. Characteristics to consider when investigating comparable sets include the type and number of pieces yours includes, as well as the materials, pattern, age and condition. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of tea sets.
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