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Herend Hungary Porcelain "Apponyi Pink" Tea set
By Herend
Located in Delft, NL
Herend Hungary Porcelain "Apponyi Pink" Tea set
A Herend Hungary porcelain Tea set with a serving
Category
20th Century Hungarian Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pale Pink & Grey Johann Haviland Tea Set
By Johann Haviland
Located in Stamford, CT
Tea set marked Johann Haviland Bavaria 30140 41. Seven cups and saucers, seven dessert plates, one
Category
Vintage 1930s Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Tea Set 75 Pink by Augusto Betti Paradisoterrestre Edition 2023
By Augusto Betti, Paradisoterrestre
Located in Ozzano Dell'emilia, IT
available in mint green or white.
The tea set designed by Italian artist Augusto Betti in 1975 consists of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tea Sets
Materials
Pottery
Carole Stupell Pink & Gold Tea Set & Cream Soup Bowls
Located in Stamford, CT
began in Pasadena, CA in 1946. It was acquired by Gorham in 1970. This set includes 7 cups and saucers
Category
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Samuel Alcock Matched Solitaire Porcelain Tea Set, Pink with Flowers, ca 1836
By Samuel Alcock & Co.
Located in London, GB
A matched solitaire tea set consisting of a teapot with cover, a sucrier with cover, a milk jug and
Category
Antique 1830s English Rococo Revival Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Aynsley Bone China Decorative Tea Set
Located in New York, NY
A highly collectible pink Aynsley floral design tea set.
8 plates, 11 cups & saucers, 1 sugar bowl
Category
Antique Early 1800s English Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
English Porcelain Fluted Pink-Ground Tea Service, circa 1790
Located in New York, NY
number 574. With ring finials, the pink border between gilt lines and with gilt pendant scrolls.
Category
Antique 1790s English Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Oriental Chinese Red & Gold Hand Painted Porcelain Tea Set Made in Japan
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage Oriental Chinese red & gold hand painted porcelain tea set marked “Made in Japan
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Chinese Export Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Italy Richard Ginori Mid-19th Century Porcelain Tea Pot Pink Landscape
By Richard Ginori
Located in Brescia, IT
Richard Ginori Mid-19th Century porcelain tea pot with landscapes drawings in pink, hand made in
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Baroque Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Set of 8 Bistro Bodum Espresso, Coffee Tea Cups by Carsten Jorgensen Star Trek
By Carsten Jorgensen, Bodum
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Stylish set of 8 espresso/coffee/tea cups designed in 1974 by Carsten Jorgensen and manufactured in
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Tea Sets
Materials
Glass, Plastic
Cinderella Tea Service, Pink & Gold, Handmade in Italy, Luxury Gold Design, 2021
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Our artisan's pieces are a dream come true, as in Disney's Cinderella.
Ceramic tea service are
Category
2010s Italian Baroque Tea Sets
Materials
Ceramic
Japanese Contemporary Blue Platinum Pink Porcelain Matcha Tea Bowl by Master, 3
Located in Takarazuka, JP
inside and hand painted in vivid pink and green on the outside set against a textured deep blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Tea Sets
Materials
Gold
Tea Set 75 White by Augusto Betti Paradisoterrestre Edition 2023
By Augusto Betti, Paradisoterrestre
Located in Ozzano Dell'emilia, IT
available in mint green or pink.
The tea set designed by Italian artist Augusto Betti in 1975 consists of 1
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tea Sets
Materials
Pottery
Limoges Elite France Hand Painted Pink Floral Tea Cup Saucer Fine China 1930
By Limoges Elite Porcelain 1, Cristalleries De Sevres
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Elite Limoges France Tea Cup set Gold Signed Art Nouveau style.
Rare antique porcelain
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese, Contemporary Blue Pink Porcelain Match Tea Cup by Master Artist, 2
Located in Takarazuka, JP
painted in various shades of blue and pink set against a stunningly shaped ovoid porcelain body in blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Tea Sets
Materials
Gold
Cinderella Tea Service Teapot and Six Cups, Pink & Gold, Handmade in Italy, 2021
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Our artisan's pieces are a dream come true, as in Disney's Cinderella.
Ceramic tea service are
Category
2010s Italian Baroque Tea Sets
Materials
Ceramic
Tea Set 75 Mint Green by Augusto Betti Paradisoterrestre Edition 2023
By Augusto Betti, Paradisoterrestre
Located in Ozzano Dell'emilia, IT
; also available in white or pink.
The tea set designed by Italian artist Augusto Betti in 1975 consists
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tea Sets
Materials
Pottery
Vintage Homer Laughlin Restaurantware Coffee Cups and Saucer Set in Ombre Pink
By Homer Laughlin
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A vintage set of Homer Laughlin restaurantware coffee cups and saucers. This is a set of three
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets
Materials
Ceramic
Coffee Set Vintage Tuscan England Bone China Pale Pink Enamel Gold Plate 1960s
Located in Bastogne, BE
effortlessly complements any setting, from a formal afternoon tea to a cozy morning coffee.
This set is more
Category
Vintage 1960s British Tea Sets
Materials
Bone
Pink Etruscan Majolica Shell and Seaweed Ceramic Teacup and Saucer Set of 2
By Griffin, Smith & Hill
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
pink, purple, green, brown and blue. The tea saucers (or bread plates) are round, and feature a lovely
Category
20th Century American High Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Pair of Russian Pink Kusnetzoff Porcelain Teacups
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Russian (late 19/20th century) pink ground porcelain tea cups and saucers with floral
Category
20th Century Russian Baltic Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Oriente Italiano Rubrum Set Of 2 Coffee Cups With Lids And Tray
By Richard Ginori
Located in Milan, IT
Elevate your coffee experience with this elegant set, featuring red porcelain espresso cups with
Category
2010s Italian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Il Viaggio di Nettuno Pink Mug by GINORI 1735
By Richard Ginori
Located in Milan, IT
and modern. The drawing of a goddess decorates this porcelain mug, the bold pink color infuses it with
Category
2010s Italian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Contemporary Simple Coffee Container Silver Pink Stone Artisanal Natalia Criado
By Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
Experience the art of pouring with grace and elegance using our Simple Coffee Container, a plated brass jug expertly crafted in Italy using sheet turning techniques. The top features...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tea Sets
Materials
Stone, Silver, Silver Plate, Brass
H 5.91 in W 5.91 in D 3.94 in
Pair Green Pink and Gilt Grape Leaf and Rose Cups and Saucers
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
breakfast or tea sets in vibrant green and soft pink with gilt vine details and rims. Two cups and saucers
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Teapot in Ceramic for Les Salins in Pink Color Midcentury, France
By Salins
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Teapot Les Salins France
Teapot, designed circa 1950, manufactured circa 1950.
Caramic Pink
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets
Materials
Ceramic
Purple, Pink, Blue and Yellow Lillian Venon Lotus Bowls and Saucers, 8 Pieces
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional set of 4 saucers and 4 bowls by Lillian Venon. Each bowl displays a plant shape, one in
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets
Materials
Ceramic
H 2.5 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in
Chinese Famille Rose Enameled Porcelain Teapot 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Chinese Famille Rose teapot offers porcelain construction with enameled decoration including floral elements, signed on base as photographed, 20th century
Measures- 8''H ...
Category
20th Century Chinese Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Wallendorf 1764 “Friendship” Porcelain Tea Set – Pink & Blue Service for Two
By Wallendorf
Located in Praha, CZ
A rare and beautifully coordinated six-piece tea set from the esteemed Wallendorf Porcelain
Category
Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Flight & Barr Solitaire Cabaret Tea Set, Pink and Gilt, Neoclassical ca 1800
By Flight & Barr Worcester
Located in London, GB
This is a very rare and stunning cabaret "solitaire" tea set, serving one. The set was made by the
Category
Antique Early 1800s English Regency Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Limoges 28 Piece Hand Painted & Gilt Pink Rose Porcelain Tea Set C1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Limoges 28 Piece Hand Painted & Gilt Pink Rose Porcelain Tea Set C1900.
Plates - 8 5/8" x
Category
Early 20th Century Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
H 8.75 in W 1 in D 8.75 in
Eleven Piece Antique Royal Vienna Hand Painted & Gilt Porcelain Tea Set C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Eleven Piece Antique Royal Vienna Hand Painted & Gilt Porcelain Tea Set with Classical Genre Scenes
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
S.C. Richard S. Cristoforo Porcelain Tea Service, Italy 1930s
Located in Naples, IT
Antique white and pink porcelain tea set, six cups, six saucers, sugar bowl, coffee pot and milk
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Melba Pink Flower Handle Art Deco Tea Service
Located in London, GB
Melba pink flower handle tea service patten number 3787, Lilac time from the Art Deco period. This
Category
Vintage 1920s British Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century English Black Transfer and Pink Luster Ware Tea Cup and Saucer
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th century English black transfer and pink luster ware tea cup and saucer
Measures: Cup 4.25" W
Category
Antique 19th Century English Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
1960s Vintage Vallauris Pottery Ceramic Seven Pieces Beige & Pink Coffee Set
By Vallauris
Located in London, GB
A fine example of vintage 1970s Vallauris pottery ceramic 7 pieces beige and pink coffee set.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Tea Sets
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
H 5.91 in W 5.91 in D 1.19 in
Vienna Cup & Saucer, Classical Motifs in Silver on Pink, 1807
By Imperial Vienna Porcelain
Located in Geelong, Victoria
Vienna cup & saucer decorated with a pink ground and panels of classical motifs in silver ( now
Category
Antique Early 1800s Austrian Neoclassical Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
1900s Porcelain Souvenir Mustache Cup in Antique Pink Lustre Made in Germany
Located in Milan, IT
German porcelain souvenir mustache cup finished in an antique pink lustre glaze with two sauces
Category
Antique Early 1900s German Edwardian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
1900s German Porcelain Mustache Cup in White with a Antique Pink Lustre Band
Located in Milan, IT
German white porcelain mustache cup finished with floral grey motive on an antique pink lustre band
Category
Antique Early 1900s German Edwardian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Belleek Porcelain Cabaret Tea Set, Pink Neptune, Victorian, circa 1891
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
This is a rare and gorgeous Belleek cabaret tea service for four in the pink Neptune design
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
New Hall Set of 4 Porcelain Tea Plates, Cobalt Blue, Pink Roses, Regency
By New Hall
Located in London, GB
This is a set of four small tea plates with a charming pattern of roses set in a cobalt blue and
Category
Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Samuel Alcock Solitaire Tea Set, White with Pink Flowers, Rococo Revival ca 1826
By Samuel Alcock & Co.
Located in London, GB
A beautiful solitaire tea set consisting of a teapot with cover on a stand, a sucrier with cover, a
Category
Antique 1820s English Rococo Revival Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Moser Pink Paneled / Gilt Glass Tea / Coffee Service
By Moser Glassworks
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Beautiful and exquisite Moser Enameled Pink paneled with gilt gold design tableware serving tea
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Tea Sets
Materials
Gold
Japanese Contemporary Blue Pink Porcelain Match Tea Cup by Master Artist
Located in Takarazuka, JP
painted in various shades of blue and pink set against a stunningly shaped ovoid porcelain body in blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Tea Sets
Materials
Gold
1930s Signed Richard Ginori 15 Piece Pink and Gold Italian Tea Service
By Richard Ginori
Located in Florence, Tuscany
Extraordinary 1930s Richard Ginori Italian Coffee Service in baby pink with gold stripes. This
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Meissen Pink Indian Blumen Set With Demitasse Pot, Sugar & Creamer & 6 Cups
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Boston, MA
This is a wonderful pink Indian Blumen demitasse set, which includes a demitasse pot, a sugar and
Category
Vintage 1960s German Rococo Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Romantic Coffee Cup, Pink Billingsley Roses, Regency 1820-1825
By Staffordshire
Located in London, GB
1825. This romantic cup and saucer would make a perfect Valentine's Day gift!
This set has a tight
Category
Antique 1820s English Regency Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Ridgway Porcelain Coffee Cup, Pink Roses on White, Regency ca 1825
By Ridgway Porcelain
Located in London, GB
This is a very charming coffee cup and saucer made around 1825 by Ridgway. The set has a simple
Category
Antique 1820s English Regency Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
New Hall Porcelain Teacup, Imari Pattern with Pink, Regency, ca 1816
Located in London, GB
era. The set is decorated with a very striking pattern in the Imari style, but what is special about
Category
Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Belleek Porcelain Demitasse Cup, Soft Pink Tridacna, Victorian 1891-1926
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful Belleek demitasse cup and saucer in the pink Tridacna design with the 2nd Black
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Flight Barr & Barr Teacup Trio, Pink with Gilt Vines, 1815-1820
By Flight, Barr & Barr Worcester
Located in London, GB
never drink tea and coffee at the same time, the cups would share a saucer.
Flight, Barr & Barr was
Category
Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
EJD Bodley Teacup with Pink Japanese Blossoms, Aesthetic Movement, circa 1885
Located in London, GB
Japanese design had been limited to the Imari tea wares, now Japanese prints made their way particularly to
Category
Antique 1880s English Aesthetic Movement Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Grainger Worcester Teacup, Cobalt Blue with Pink Roses, Regency, circa 1825
By Grainger Worcester
Located in London, GB
set is called "Royal Flute" in the pattern books, and it is a scallop edged cup and saucer with a
Category
Antique 1820s English Regency Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Coalport John Rose Orphaned Porcelain Coffee Cup, Pink Strawberries, ca 1815
By John Rose, Coalport Porcelain
Located in London, GB
late 18th and early 19th Century; as you would never drink tea and coffee at the same time, why invest
Category
Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
John Rose Coalport Orphaned Teacup, Pink Strawberries Pattern, Regency ca 1815
By John Rose, Coalport Porcelain
Located in London, GB
18th and early 19th Century; as you would never drink tea and coffee at the same time, why invest in an
Category
Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Blue Gold Pink Porcelain Cup and Saucer by Japanese Contemporary Master Artist
Located in Takarazuka, JP
, green and pink on an attractive gilded body, featuring graceful lilies in full bloom.
This cup and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Tea Sets
Materials
Gold
Japanese Gold Blue Pink Porcelain Cup and Saucer by Contemporary Master Artist
Located in Takarazuka, JP
and pink on an attractive gilded body, featuring stunning clematis flowers in full bloom.
This cup and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Tea Sets
Materials
Gold
Pink Blue Gold Porcelain Cup and Saucer by Japanese Contemporary Master Artist
Located in Takarazuka, JP
, pink and white. The flowers are set against a background of opulently textured gold.
This striking
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Tea Sets
Materials
Gold
Porcelain Teacup New Hall, Pink Roses, Cobalt Blue, Regency, circa 1815 '2'
By New Hall
Located in London, GB
This is a teacup and saucer with a charming pattern of roses set in a cobalt blue and gilt rim. It
Category
Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
From the Collection of Mario Buatta a Pair of Pink Lustre Cups and Saucers
Located in Katonah, NY
Provenance: The Private Collection of Mario Buatta
Tea for two with a lovely pattern.
This pair
Category
Antique 1830s English Early Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Earthenware
H 2.6 in Dm 5.65 in L 2.6 in
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Pink Tea Set For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal pink tea set for your home. Each pink tea set for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, porcelain and gold. If you’re shopping for a pink tea set, we have 30 options in-stock, while there are 7 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a pink tea set — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A pink tea set is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Regency, Victorian and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made pink tea set over the years, but those crafted by Coalport Porcelain, Belleek Pottery Ltd. and John Rose are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Pink Tea Set?
Prices for a pink tea set can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $135 and can go as high as $8,069, while the average can fetch as much as $425.
Finding the Right Serveware, Ceramics, Silver And Glass for You
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.
Questions About Pink Tea Set
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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 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.
- 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.
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