$639 / set
H 1.15 in Dm 9.3 in
FOUR Masons Ironstone Soup Bowls in the Flying Bird Pattern, circa 1870
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
These are a set of FOUR, Ironstone Soup Bowls or Plates in the distinctive flying bird pattern
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Mason's Ironstone Lidded Dish or Bowl in Flying Bird Pattern, circa 1890
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a rare ironstone lidded dish or bowl in a rare shape, hand enameled in the Flying Bird
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Mason's Ironstone Large Dinner Plate in the Flying Bird Pattern, circa 1860
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a large 10.5 inch diameter, Ironstone dinner plate in the distinctive flying bird pattern
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$261
H 0.99 in Dm 9.8 in
Early Mason's Ironstone Dinner Plate Flying Bird Ptn Retailers mark, circa 1825
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a late Georgian Ironstone dinner plate in the distinctive flying bird pattern, made by
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$343 / set
H 0.9 in Dm 9.6 in
Dinner and Side Plate English Ironstone in Flying Bird Ptn, 19th Century
By Davenport Porcelain
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
's, both in the flying Bird gilded pattern. Both plates are well potted and hand painted, probably over
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Set of 14 Mason's "Flying Bird" Pattern Ironstone Soup Dishes
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Katonah, NY
The "Flying Bird" pattern features a longtailed bird in flight above a flower filled garden. The
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Large Mason's Ironstone Covered Vase Painted in the "Flying Bird" Pattern
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Katonah, NY
A large Mason's ironstone covered vase decorated in the lovely "Flying Bird" pattern, with rainbow
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Set of 14 Mason's Ironstone Dinner Dishes in the "Flying Bird" Pattern
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Katonah, NY
Since it was created the "Flying Bird" pattern has been much sought after. It is a lovely colorful
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Set of Mason's Ironstone Dinner and Soup Dishes in "Flying Bird" Pattern
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Katonah, NY
Since it was created the "Flying Bird" pattern has been much sought after. It is a lovely, colorful
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Two Mason's Ironstone "Flying Bird" Pattern Sauce Tureens
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Katonah, NY
Since it was created the "Flying Bird" pattern has been much sought after. It is a lovely, colorful
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Mason's Ironstone Sauce Tureen in Flying Bird Pattern, Circa 1860
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is an ironstone twin handled Sauce Tureen and Lid, hand enameled & gilded in the Flying Bird
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Mason's Ironstone Bowl or Dish in Flying Bird Pattern, circa 1900
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
hand painted over a blue printed outline, in Mason's bold Flying Bird pattern, with enamels of
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H 0.63 in Dm 7.63 in
Pair of Mason's Ironstone Plates Flying Bird Chinoiserie Pattern, circa 1870
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
sought after chinoiserie patterns. The flying bird pattern, as documented on page 121 of; A Guide to
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H 0.94 in Dm 10.38 in
Mason's Ironstone Plate, Flying Bird Pattern, London Retailers Stamp, circa 1880
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
is decorated in one of Mason's most vividly colored and sought after patterns - The Flying Bird
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H 5.25 in W 5.13 in D 4.38 in
Mason's Ironstone JUG or PITCHER, Oriental "Flying Bird" Pattern, circa 1845
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
inches high. This jug has one of the very decorative oriental patterns called the "Flying Bird" as
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H 5.75 in Dm 7.32 in
Rare Mason's Ironstone Jardinière or Planter in Flying Bird Pattern, circa 1900
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is ironstone Jardinière or planter in the Flying Bird pattern, made by Mason's Ironstone of
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Mason's Ironstone Cup and Saucer in the Flying Bird Pattern, circa 1870
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is an ironstone tea cup and saucer in the flying bird pattern, made by Mason's of Lane Delph
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H 6 in W 7 in D 5 in
19th Century Mason's Ironstone Jug or Pitcher Flying Bird Pattern Rare Shape
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
has one of the very decorative oriental, chinoiserie patterns called the Flying Bird, as documented on
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H 6.75 in W 6 in D 5.5 in
Mason's Ironstone Hydra Jug or Pitcher in Flying Bird Pattern, circa 1870
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
very decorative oriental, chinoiserie patterns called the Flying Bird, as documented on page 121 of A
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H 1.44 in W 10.12 in D 9.12 in
Mason's Ironstone Desert Plate or Dish in Flying Bird Pattern, circa 1880
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is an ironstone desert dish or plate in the flying bird pattern, made by Mason's Ironstone of
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H 2 in W 2.94 in D 2.38 in
Rare Mason's Ironstone Coffee Can or Cup in Flying Bird Pattern, circa 1890
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is an ironstone coffee can or cup in a rare shape, hand enameled in the Flying Bird pattern
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H 4.69 in W 5.75 in D 4.13 in
Rare Mason's Ironstone Loving Cup or Small Vase Flying Bird Pattern, Circa 1860
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
& gilded in the Flying Bird pattern, made by Mason's Ironstone of Lane Delph, Staffordshire, England
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H 1.38 in W 15.38 in D 11.15 in
Mason's Ironstone Large Platter or Meat Plate in Flying Bird Pattern, circa 1880
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is an ironstone large platter or meat plate in the flying bird pattern, made by Mason
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H 9 in W 8.63 in D 6.88 in
Large Mason's Ironstone Jug or Pitcher in Flying Bird Pattern, late 19th Century
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
the very decorative oriental, chinoiserie patterns called the "Flying Bird", as documented on page 121
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Mason's Ashworth's Ironstone Large Dinner Plate in Flying Bird Pattern, Ca 1870
By Ashworth Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
is decorated in a the striking chinoiserie pattern called "Flying Bird" pattern, as illustrated on
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H 1.13 in Dm 10.55 in
Mason's Ashworth's Ironstone Large Dinner Plate in Flying Bird Pattern, Ca 1900
By Ashworth Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
decorated in a the striking chinoiserie pattern called "Flying Bird" pattern, as illustrated on Page 121 of
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Pair of Mason's Ashworth's Ironstone Plates in Flying Bird Pattern, circa 1870
By Ashworth Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
colored and sought after chinoiserie patterns called "The flying bird" pattern, as documented on page 121
Ironstone
$3,574 / set
H 2.37 in Dm 9.85 in
Dinner set for 6 (12 pieces) by Bottega Vignoli Hand Painted Italian Majolica
By Bottega Vignoli
Located in London, GB
Hand painted dinner ware set (6 covers - 12 pieces: 6 soup bowls and 6 plates) full-fire reduction faience earthenware (majolica) , all hand-painted unique pieces, 2023. Made in Ital...
Ceramic, Majolica, Faience
19th Century Set of Mason's Plates
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in High Point, NC
19th century set of four English ironstone plates, signed Mason's over a crown and banner. The plates are transfer decorated in a pattern of florals and vines, and have been hand pai...
Ironstone
$378 / set
H 0.57 in Dm 6 in
Georgian PAIR of Masons Ironstone Side Plates Basket Japan Pattern, circa 1818
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a good early pair of Mason's Ironstone pottery Side or Tea plates, hand painted in the very decorative Basket Japan pattern, produced by the Mason's factory at Lane Delph, St...
Ironstone
Georgian Davenport Jug or Pitcher Ironstone Jardinière Ptn, circa 1815
By Davenport Porcelain
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a mid size repaired Hydra jug or Pitcher made by the Davenport Company of Longport, Staffordshire, England in the late Georgian period, circa 1805-1820, made of Ironstone pot...
Ironstone
Early 19th Century Pearlware Dinner Plate Blue and White, Staffordshire
By Staffordshire
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a beautiful early plate in a printed blue and white chinoiserie pattern and made of a type of earthenware pottery called pearlware, in the very early 19th century, by one of ...
Pearlware
$5,430
H 34.26 in W 50.4 in D 20.87 in
ANTIQUE CHINESE CHINOISERIE HAND PAiNTED COMMODE CHEST OF DRAWERS MARBLED TOP
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning hand painted marbled topped Chinoiserie Chinese Chippendale taste bombe commode most likely ma...
Marble
$1,920Sale Price / set|32% Off
H 0.79 in W 15.16 in D 12.01 in
Limoges Bernardaud 62 Pieces Fine Faience Dinner Service
By Bernardaud
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
Exquisite fine cream faience tableware set adorned with scattered roses and gold trim. The set consists of 62 pieces and would be ideal for casual dining, or would make an eyecatchin...
Faience, Paint
$2,316Sale Price|20% Off
H 80.5 in W 42 in D 20 in
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Hand-Painted Bamboo Motif Armoire Linen Press by C
By Chelsea House
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A striking Late 20th Century chinoiserie armoire or linen press by Chelsea House, featuring exquisite hand-painted scenes in the chinoiserie style. The cabinet showcases a deep green...
Rattan, Wood
$5,430
H 38.59 in W 28.55 in D 34.65 in
RESTORED CHESTERFIELD TUFTED HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER LIBRARY RECLINER ARMCHAiR
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning, top to bottom restored, hand dyed deep Cigar brown leather reclining armchair Ple...
Leather
19th Century Canton Famille Rose Chinese Export Porcelain Celadon Platter
By Ironstone China
Located in Austin, TX
Large 19th Century Canton Famille Rose Chinese Export Porcelain Celadon Platter. Decorated with butterflies , birds and flowers. 9.8 inches diameter.
Porcelain
$313Sale Price|20% Off
H 5.25 in W 5.2 in D 4.4 in
Masons Ironstone Jug or Pitcher in Basket Japan Pattern, Georgian circa 1818
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a good, very early Mason's Ironstone Hydra jug or pitcher in the Basket Japan pattern, made in the English, late Georgian period, circa 1815-1820. This jug is very decorativ...
Ironstone
$4,811Sale Price|30% Off
H 32.68 in W 87.01 in D 33.08 in
Fully Restored Ralph Lauren Brompton Three-Four Seat Sofa Cream Leather Couch
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare custom made to order stamped Ralph Lauren Graham cream leather sofa in fully restored condition. Where to begin! If you like qual...
Leather, Hardwood
18th Century Italian Doccia Porcelain Dinner Service
By Doccia Porcelain
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A dinner service comprising six dinner dishes and six soup dishes made by the Doccia Porcelain Manufactory, circa 1750. Italy was the site of Europe’s first porcelain production: ...
Porcelain
$1,581 / set
H 1 in Dm 9.38 in
Georgian Set of SIX Masons Dinner Plates in Vase Flowers & Rocks Ptn, Ca 1818
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
These are a fine early set of six ironstone pottery dinner plates made by the Mason's factory at Lane Delph, Staffordshire, England and beautifully decorated in the small vase, flowe...
Ironstone
$1,649 / set
H 1 in Dm 9.38 in
SIX Early Masons Ironstone Dinner Plates Harlequin Set, Georgian period Ca 1818
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a harlequin set of six Mason's ironstone dinner plates, all dating to the earliest period between 1813 and 1820. All the plates are the same nominal size and shape, but h...
Ironstone
Masons Ironstone Large Dinner Plate in Bandana Foo Dogs Pattern, circa 1900
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good, large dinner plate by Mason's ironstone, England in the Bandana pattern, dating to circa 1900. The Plate is circular in shape with a wavy moulded edge. This pl...
Ironstone
Emerging in the 17th century, chinoiserie appropriated the aesthetics and imagery of popular East Asian design for European-made versions. Reflecting the exoticization of China, Japan and other countries in this era, the word directly translates from French to “Chinese-esque,” which reveals its shortcomings as a style of furniture and decor that often stereotypically and reductively mimics Asian culture rather than showcasing and paying tribute to its artistic traditions.
The enthusiastically decorative chinoiserie style was propelled by influential tastemakers including French King Louis XIV, whose Trianon de Porcelaine in 1670 was inspired by Chinese architecture. Expanded trade between the East and West led to a demand for porcelain, lacquer objects, silk and other goods, which further informed the fanciful furniture being crafted in Europe.
Artisans working in the chinoiserie style used materials and elements like pagoda shapes, bamboo, lacquer surfaces, bird and flower motifs and other interpretations of Asian design on pieces that were frequently set against vibrant wallcoverings. This whimsical approach yielded chinoiserie furniture that boasted dramatic flourishes drawing on the natural world and reflected the dominance of Rococo during the 18th century.
As chinoiserie was shaped by approximations of Asian design by European creators, it had regional variations, such as Chinese Chippendale in England where cabinets, chairs and tea tables had wooden fretwork designs and “japanned” surfaces intended to resemble lacquer work that was created in East Asia. In North America, furniture makers in Boston and New York integrated chinoiserie-painted scenes into Queen Anne furniture.
Antique chinoiserie furniture has continued to be fashionable, from its popularity with decorators of the Hollywood Regency era — James Mont, Tommi Parzinger, William Haines and Samuel Marx favored the style — to contemporary interior designers, although it brings with it a complex history.
Find a collection of chinoiserie bedroom furniture, cabinets, decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
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.