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Chinese Famille Rose Enameled Porcelain Teapot 20thC
Chinese Famille Rose Enameled Porcelain Teapot 20thC

Chinese Famille Rose Enameled Porcelain Teapot 20thC

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Chinese Famille Rose teapot offers porcelain construction with enameled decoration

Category

20th Century Chinese Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Fine Porcelain Silver Mounted Teacup and Saucer
Fine Porcelain Silver Mounted Teacup and Saucer

Fine Porcelain Silver Mounted Teacup and Saucer

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A fine porcelain silver mounted teacup and saucer, 19th century the exteriors finely painted with

Category

Antique 19th Century Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

19thC, CHINESE, Blue and White TEAPOT, Porcelain
19thC, CHINESE, Blue and White TEAPOT, Porcelain

19thC, CHINESE, Blue and White TEAPOT, Porcelain

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

A good Chinese porcelain globular Travelling Teapot with two handle lugs either side, near the top

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century French Solid Silver-Gilt Tea Service, Cardeilhac, Paris circa 1870
19th Century French Solid Silver-Gilt Tea Service, Cardeilhac, Paris circa 1870

19th Century French Solid Silver-Gilt Tea Service, Cardeilhac, Paris circa 1870

By Cardeilhac

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

throughout. Tea set standing on cast scroll feet decorated with laurel leaves and overlapping coins, the body

Category

Antique 19th Century French Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

4 Antique French Pouyat Limoges Ivory Gold Demitasse Tea Coffee Cups Saucers
4 Antique French Pouyat Limoges Ivory Gold Demitasse Tea Coffee Cups Saucers

4 Antique French Pouyat Limoges Ivory Gold Demitasse Tea Coffee Cups Saucers

By Jean Pouyat

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique eight piece set of Jean Pouyat demitasse tea / coffee / chocolate limoges china featuring

Category

Early 20th Century French Provincial Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Rockingham Tea Service for 4, Gilt Seaweed, Flowers, Rococo Revival, 1832
Rockingham Tea Service for 4, Gilt Seaweed, Flowers, Rococo Revival, 1832

Rockingham Tea Service for 4, Gilt Seaweed, Flowers, Rococo Revival, 1832

By Rockingham

Located in London, GB

On offer is a rare and stunning full tea service made by Rockingham in about 1832. The service

Category

Antique 1830s English Rococo Revival Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

20th century German Pig Porcelain TeaPot, 1950s
20th century German Pig Porcelain TeaPot, 1950s

20th century German Pig Porcelain TeaPot, 1950s

By Erphila

Located in LEGNY, FR

Charming and original porcelain teapot depicting a seated pig with a cheerful expression. From the

Category

Vintage 1950s German Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Italo Casini Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Italian Tea Service circa 1955
Italo Casini Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Italian Tea Service circa 1955

Italo Casini Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Italian Tea Service circa 1955

By Italo Casini

Located in Aci Castello, IT

Nice ceramic tea service, made by Italo Casini in Florence. All the cups and other serving pieces

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain, Ceramic

Antique French Limoges Gold Trim Demitasse Tea Coffee Cup & Saucer 5"
Antique French Limoges Gold Trim Demitasse Tea Coffee Cup & Saucer 5"

Antique French Limoges Gold Trim Demitasse Tea Coffee Cup & Saucer 5"

By Limoges

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique French Limoges demitasse teacup and saucer featuring gold trim. Made in France. Dimensions: 4.75” x 2.75” (Diameter x Height)

Category

Early 20th Century French Provincial Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Porcelain Demitasse Imari Style Coffee Cups
Antique Porcelain Demitasse Imari Style Coffee Cups

Antique Porcelain Demitasse Imari Style Coffee Cups

By Spode

Located in Katonah, NY

Six Spode Regency period porcelain cups and saucers decorated in the Imari palette with gold

Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Early 19th Century Paris White Porcelain Teapot
Early 19th Century Paris White Porcelain Teapot

Early 19th Century Paris White Porcelain Teapot

Located in CA, CA

A Paris white porcelain and gold gilt neoclassical teapot, dating from the early 19th century. The

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Antique Early 19th Century French Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique 14-Piece French Limoges Hand Painted Porcelain Tea & Crumpet Set
Antique 14-Piece French Limoges Hand Painted Porcelain Tea & Crumpet Set

Antique 14-Piece French Limoges Hand Painted Porcelain Tea & Crumpet Set

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique fourteen piece French Limoges porcelain tea and crumpet set offers hand painted floral

Category

Antique 19th Century French Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

French Empire 27-Piece Porcelain Coffee Service
French Empire 27-Piece Porcelain Coffee Service

French Empire 27-Piece Porcelain Coffee Service

Located in London, GB

French Empire 27-piece porcelain coffee service French, early 19th century Coffee pot: Height

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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

1930s Signed Richard Ginori 15 Piece Pink and Gold Italian Tea Service
1930s Signed Richard Ginori 15 Piece Pink and Gold Italian Tea Service

1930s Signed Richard Ginori 15 Piece Pink and Gold Italian Tea Service

By Richard Ginori

Located in Florence, Tuscany

fifteen piece set was found in Tuscany and was a wedding present which had never been opened and used by a

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Chamberlains Worcester Tiny Tea Service for Two, Orange Floral, Regency ca 1805
Chamberlains Worcester Tiny Tea Service for Two, Orange Floral, Regency ca 1805

Chamberlains Worcester Tiny Tea Service for Two, Orange Floral, Regency ca 1805

By Chamberlains Worcester

Located in London, GB

This is an incredibly charming tiny tea service serving two, made by Chamberlain's Worcester in

Category

Antique Early 1800s English George III Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Japanese Satsuma Tea Pot with Art Deco Influence Japan, 20th Century
Antique Japanese Satsuma Tea Pot with Art Deco Influence Japan, 20th Century

Antique Japanese Satsuma Tea Pot with Art Deco Influence Japan, 20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Japanese Style: Satsuma Region of Origin: Japan Period

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Paris porcelain coffee pot, 19th century circa 1820
Paris porcelain coffee pot, 19th century circa 1820

Paris porcelain coffee pot, 19th century circa 1820

By Porcelaine de Paris

Located in GRENOBLE, FR

Antique fine Paris porcelain coffee pot. Beautiful model enhanced with gilt lines and vegetable

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Antique 19th Century French Restauration Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Blue Onion Coffee Pot, Vibrantly Painted and Very Nice Condition
Meissen Blue Onion Coffee Pot, Vibrantly Painted and Very Nice Condition

Meissen Blue Onion Coffee Pot, Vibrantly Painted and Very Nice Condition

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A classic and elegant pattern by Meissen. This pot is a nice large size and beautiful scale. Detailed painting in their signature crisp Blue Onion design. Very nice vintage condition.

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Vintage 1920s German Tea Sets

Romanov Collection Cobalt and Gilt Porcelain Coffee Service
Romanov Collection Cobalt and Gilt Porcelain Coffee Service

Romanov Collection Cobalt and Gilt Porcelain Coffee Service

Located in Worcester, GB

Romanov Collection Cobalt and Gilt Porcelain Coffee Service, Late 20th Century A striking six-place

Category

Late 20th Century Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Lamm Dresden Hand-Painted Tea and Coffee Service Eight Cups and Saucers
Lamm Dresden Hand-Painted Tea and Coffee Service Eight Cups and Saucers

Lamm Dresden Hand-Painted Tea and Coffee Service Eight Cups and Saucers

By Ambrosius Lamm

Located in Great Barrington, MA

The finest workmanship is evident on this beautiful service consisting of a tall coffee pot, tea

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Early 20th Century German Rococo Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

German Porcelain Blue and White Espresso Coffee Cup
German Porcelain Blue and White Espresso Coffee Cup

German Porcelain Blue and White Espresso Coffee Cup

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful midcentury German porcelain blue and white espresso coffee demitasse cup and saucer

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Vintage 1940s German Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Early 20th Century Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Imari Pattern Tea Set
Early 20th Century Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Imari Pattern Tea Set

Early 20th Century Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Imari Pattern Tea Set

Located in London, GB

This is a wonderful Royal Crown Derby Imari pattern porcelain tea service circa 1906 in date. It

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Antique Early 1900s English Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Seletti "Kintsugi-N'3" Mug in Porcelain
Seletti "Kintsugi-N'3" Mug in Porcelain

Seletti "Kintsugi-N'3" Mug in Porcelain

By Seletti

Located in Doral, FL

From its very first year in 1964, Seletti in Cicognara, Mantova, has followed its principle of professionality service and constant research to strive for betterness innovation and o...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Seletti "Kintsugi-N'1" Mug in Porcelain
Seletti "Kintsugi-N'1" Mug in Porcelain

Seletti "Kintsugi-N'1" Mug in Porcelain

By Seletti

Located in Doral, FL

From its very first year in 1964, Seletti in Cicognara, Mantova, has followed its principle of professionality service and constant research to strive for betterness innovation and o...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

A Rare Coalport Porcelain Playing Card Mug
A Rare Coalport Porcelain Playing Card Mug

A Rare Coalport Porcelain Playing Card Mug

Located in Downingtown, PA

The charming mug decorated with a continuous scene of playing cards with gilt bands to rim, foot and handle. To the front of the mug is a gilt card decorated with the ace of Spades.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Tea & Dessert Set For 12 Indian Flowers Coloured & Gold 20th Century
Meissen Tea & Dessert Set For 12 Indian Flowers Coloured & Gold 20th Century

Meissen Tea & Dessert Set For 12 Indian Flowers Coloured & Gold 20th Century

By Viennese Imperial Porcelain Manufactory

Located in Vienna, AT

Meissen Tea Service, Consisting of 42 Parts: 1 tea pot with lid, 1 milk jug, 1 lidded sugar bowl

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20th Century German Baroque Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Post Modern Memphis Design Rare Tea Kettle by Rolf Sinnemark for Rorstrand
Post Modern Memphis Design Rare Tea Kettle by Rolf Sinnemark for Rorstrand

Post Modern Memphis Design Rare Tea Kettle by Rolf Sinnemark for Rorstrand

By Röstrand, Rolf Sinnemark

Located in San Diego, CA

Rare and beautiful ceramic teapot, circa 1980s, Made in Sweden designed by Rolf Sinnemark for Rorstrand highly collectible in great condition no chips or cracks, incredible geometric...

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20th Century Swedish Post-Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

A Dozen Tea Cups and Saucers in the Worcester "Dragon in Compartments" Pattern
A Dozen Tea Cups and Saucers in the Worcester "Dragon in Compartments" Pattern

A Dozen Tea Cups and Saucers in the Worcester "Dragon in Compartments" Pattern

By Royal Worcester

Located in Katonah, NY

Compartments". The pattern is an English interpretation of Chinese export porcelains from the Kangxi period. It

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Barr Flight and Barr Tea Service, Peach with Gilt Greek Keys, ca 1804
Barr Flight and Barr Tea Service, Peach with Gilt Greek Keys, ca 1804

Barr Flight and Barr Tea Service, Peach with Gilt Greek Keys, ca 1804

By Barr, Flight & Barr Worcester, Flight & Barr Worcester

Located in London, GB

This is a spectacular tea service made by Barr, Flight & Barr around the year 1804. The service has

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Antique Early 1800s English Neoclassical Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Early 19th Century French Old Paris Porcelain Tea and Chocolate Set
Early 19th Century French Old Paris Porcelain Tea and Chocolate Set

Early 19th Century French Old Paris Porcelain Tea and Chocolate Set

By Old Paris

Located in Dallas, TX

Presenting a stunning and very rare French porcelain tea and chocolate service from circa 1820

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Antique Early 19th Century French Napoleon III Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Porcelain Breakfast Cup Chamberlains Worcester, Dragons in Compartments
Porcelain Breakfast Cup Chamberlains Worcester, Dragons in Compartments

Porcelain Breakfast Cup Chamberlains Worcester, Dragons in Compartments

By Chamberlains Worcester

Located in London, GB

teacup, ideal for either a large cup of tea or cafe au lait. We have one more of these available at a

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Antique Early 1800s English George III Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Early 19th Century Minton Porcelain Neoclassical Gilded Teapot
Early 19th Century Minton Porcelain Neoclassical Gilded Teapot

Early 19th Century Minton Porcelain Neoclassical Gilded Teapot

By Minton

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

An early Minton neoclassical style porcelain teapot with gorgeous gilding detail. From 1800 to

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Antique Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Seletti "Hybrid-Maurilia" Porcelain Sugar Pot with Spoon
Seletti "Hybrid-Maurilia" Porcelain Sugar Pot with Spoon

Seletti "Hybrid-Maurilia" Porcelain Sugar Pot with Spoon

By Seletti

Located in Doral, FL

From its very first year in 1964, Seletti in Cicognara, Mantova, has followed its principle of professionality service and constant research to strive for betterness innovation and o...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Locré Manufacture : Paris porcelain coffee cup - 18th century
Locré Manufacture : Paris porcelain coffee cup - 18th century

Locré Manufacture : Paris porcelain coffee cup - 18th century

By Locré & Russinger's Factory 1

Located in GRENOBLE, FR

A fine Paris porcelain coffee cup and its saucer, beautiful model enhanced with fine gold gilt

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Antique Late 18th Century French Directoire Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Coalport Thomas Rose Teacup, Red Orange Peonies Willow & Birds, Georgian Ca 1805
Coalport Thomas Rose Teacup, Red Orange Peonies Willow & Birds, Georgian Ca 1805

Coalport Thomas Rose Teacup, Red Orange Peonies Willow & Birds, Georgian Ca 1805

By Thomas Rose, Coalport Porcelain

Located in London, GB

Japanese Imari style, which can. be recognised in this colourful tea set. CONDITION REPORT The set is in

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Antique Early 1800s English George III Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Porcelain Dessert Dishes (Nine) Painted in Grisaille
Antique Porcelain Dessert Dishes (Nine) Painted in Grisaille

Antique Porcelain Dessert Dishes (Nine) Painted in Grisaille

By Minton

Located in Katonah, NY

This set of nine Minton dishes are decorated with bouquets of spring flowers painted in grisaille

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Antique 1830s English Early Victorian Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique English Royal Crown Derby Tea Set on Tray, Imari Pattern, 19th Century
Antique English Royal Crown Derby Tea Set on Tray, Imari Pattern, 19th Century

Antique English Royal Crown Derby Tea Set on Tray, Imari Pattern, 19th Century

By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain

Located in London, GB

This is a wonderful antique late Victorian English Royal Crown Derby miniature tea set, decorated

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Coalport John Rose Teacup Trio, Imari, Finger and Thumb Pattern 376, 1803-1807
Coalport John Rose Teacup Trio, Imari, Finger and Thumb Pattern 376, 1803-1807

Coalport John Rose Teacup Trio, Imari, Finger and Thumb Pattern 376, 1803-1807

By John Rose, Coalport Porcelain

Located in London, GB

Geoffrey A. Godden's book "Coalport & Coalbrookdale Porcelains". Godden dates this set to between 1803 and

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Antique Early 1800s English George III Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Coalport John Rose Teacup Trio, Flowers in Gilt Squares and Stars, ca 1800
Coalport John Rose Teacup Trio, Flowers in Gilt Squares and Stars, ca 1800

Coalport John Rose Teacup Trio, Flowers in Gilt Squares and Stars, ca 1800

By John Rose, Coalport Porcelain

Located in London, GB

items, of either factory, are now collectors' items. The set is made of early porcelain, from before

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Antique Early 1800s English George III Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Teacup Trio Coalport John Rose, Flowers in Gilt Squares and Stars, ca 1800
Teacup Trio Coalport John Rose, Flowers in Gilt Squares and Stars, ca 1800

Teacup Trio Coalport John Rose, Flowers in Gilt Squares and Stars, ca 1800

By Coalport Porcelain, John Rose

Located in London, GB

items, of either factory, are now collectors' items. The set is made of early porcelain, from before

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Antique Early 1800s English George III Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

German White Porcelain Tea and Coffee Set by Rosenthal Group 28 Pieces
German White Porcelain Tea and Coffee Set by Rosenthal Group 28 Pieces

German White Porcelain Tea and Coffee Set by Rosenthal Group 28 Pieces

By Rosenthal

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Beautiful fine white porcelain tea and coffee set 28 pieces signed Rosenthal group classic rose

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Vintage 1980s German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Austrian Silver overlay  Porcelain Demitasse Coffee Service
Antique Austrian Silver overlay  Porcelain Demitasse Coffee Service

Antique Austrian Silver overlay Porcelain Demitasse Coffee Service

Located in New York, NY

Austrian, 19th century comprising a tray, teapot, sugar bowl, creamer and six cups and saucers. 16 pieces.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Coalport John Rose Teacup, Gilt Neoclassical Pattern, Regency ca 1810
Coalport John Rose Teacup, Gilt Neoclassical Pattern, Regency ca 1810

Coalport John Rose Teacup, Gilt Neoclassical Pattern, Regency ca 1810

By Coalport Porcelain, John Rose

Located in London, GB

Regency era. The set is potted in the bute shape and has a very classy gilt neoclassical. Coalport was

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Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Coalport John Rose Teacup, Cobalt Blue and Orange Flowers, Regency Ca 1810
Coalport John Rose Teacup, Cobalt Blue and Orange Flowers, Regency Ca 1810

Coalport John Rose Teacup, Cobalt Blue and Orange Flowers, Regency Ca 1810

By John Rose, Coalport Porcelain

Located in London, GB

now collectors' items. This set is potted in the early greyish John Rose porcelain and the pattern

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Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Anstice, Horton & Rose Teacup, Geometric Gilt, Yellow and Red, Regency
Anstice, Horton & Rose Teacup, Geometric Gilt, Yellow and Red, Regency

Anstice, Horton & Rose Teacup, Geometric Gilt, Yellow and Red, Regency

By Thomas Rose, Coalport Porcelain

Located in London, GB

This is a very striking teacup and saucer made by Anstice, Horton & Rose in circa 1815. The set is

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Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Imari Decorated Teapot, ca 1700
Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Imari Decorated Teapot, ca 1700

Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Imari Decorated Teapot, ca 1700

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Decoration Type / Colour: Polychrome Region of Origin: China

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Qing Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Imari Decorated Teapot, 1700 ca
Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Imari Decorated Teapot, 1700 ca

Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Imari Decorated Teapot, 1700 ca

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Decoration Type / Colour: Polychrome Region of Origin: China

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Qing Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Memphis Postmodern Porcelain Teapot by The Toscany Collection Japan
Memphis Postmodern Porcelain Teapot by The Toscany Collection Japan

Memphis Postmodern Porcelain Teapot by The Toscany Collection Japan

By Kato Kogei

Located in San Diego, CA

A rare and beautiful porcelain teapot designed by The Toscany Collection Japan circa 1980s, Memphis

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20th Century Japanese Post-Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

John Rose Coalport Orphaned Teacup, Pink Strawberries Pattern, Regency ca 1815
John Rose Coalport Orphaned Teacup, Pink Strawberries Pattern, Regency ca 1815

John Rose Coalport Orphaned Teacup, Pink Strawberries Pattern, Regency ca 1815

By Coalport Porcelain, John Rose

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

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Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique French Soft Paste Porcelain Blue & White Cups & Saucers
Antique French Soft Paste Porcelain Blue & White Cups & Saucers

Antique French Soft Paste Porcelain Blue & White Cups & Saucers

By Saint Cloud

Located in Katonah, NY

The porcelain produced in Saint-Cloud was influenced by late Ming blue and white porcelain and its

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Antique Early 18th Century French Chinoiserie Tea Sets

Materials

Paste, Porcelain

Anstice Horton & Rose Coffee Cup, Periwinkle and Pink Roses, Regency ca 1812
Anstice Horton & Rose Coffee Cup, Periwinkle and Pink Roses, Regency ca 1812

Anstice Horton & Rose Coffee Cup, Periwinkle and Pink Roses, Regency ca 1812

By Thomas Rose, Coalport Porcelain

Located in London, GB

about 1812. The set is potted in the "London" shape and has a beautiful periwinkle ground with a richly

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Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

A Derby Breakfast Cup in an Imari Pattern
A Derby Breakfast Cup in an Imari Pattern

A Derby Breakfast Cup in an Imari Pattern

By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain

Located in Katonah, NY

This popular early 19th century Spode pattern is known by several names; "Rock and Tree", "Money Tree", "Regency", and "Tree of Life". The saucer shows a hand painted scene with a fe...

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Antique 19th Century British Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Coalport John Rose Orphaned Coffee Can, Peach, Gilt and Pink Regency, circa 1810
Coalport John Rose Orphaned Coffee Can, Peach, Gilt and Pink Regency, circa 1810

Coalport John Rose Orphaned Coffee Can, Peach, Gilt and Pink Regency, circa 1810

By Coalport Porcelain, John Rose

Located in London, GB

this is how cups and saucers were sold; as you would never drink tea and coffee at the same time, why

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Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Coalport John Rose Teacup, Red Japan Imari Rock and Tree, Regency ca 1805
Coalport John Rose Teacup, Red Japan Imari Rock and Tree, Regency ca 1805

Coalport John Rose Teacup, Red Japan Imari Rock and Tree, Regency ca 1805

By Coalport Porcelain, John Rose

Located in London, GB

This is a stunning teacup and saucer made by John Rose at Coalport in about 1805. The set is

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Antique Early 1800s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

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Porcelain Tea Sets For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of porcelain tea sets for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct porcelain tea sets — often made from ceramic, porcelain and metal — can elevate any home. Find 2318 antique and vintage porcelain tea sets at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 232 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Porcelain tea sets have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Regency, mid-century modern and modern porcelain tea sets are consistently popular styles. Porcelain tea sets have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Coalport Porcelain, Rosenthal and Meissen Porcelain are consistently popular.

How Much are Porcelain Tea Sets?

Prices for porcelain tea sets start at $16 and top out at $626,416 with the average selling for $775.

Finding the Right Tea-sets for You

Ready to serve high tea and brunch for your family and friends? Start with the right antique, new or vintage tea set.

Tea is a multicultural, multinational beverage and isn’t confined to any particular lifestyle or age group. It has humble beginnings, and one of its best-known origin stories places the first cups of tea in 2700 B.C. in China, where it was recognized for its medicinal properties. Jump ahead to 17th-century England, when Chinese tea began to arrive at ports in London. During the early 1800s, tea became widely affordable, and the concept of teatime took shape all over England. Today, more than 150 million people reportedly drink tea daily in the United States.

Early tea drinkers enjoyed their beverage in a bowl, and English potters eventually added a handle to the porcelain bowls so that burning your fingers became less of a teatime hazard. With the rise in the popularity of teatime, tea sets, also referred to as tea service, became a hot commodity.

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.

During the early 1920s, a sterling-silver full tea service and tray designed by Tiffany & Co. might include a hot-water kettle on a stand, a coffeepot, teapot, a creamer with a small lip spout, a waste bowl and a bowl for sugar, which the British were stirring into tea as early as the 18th century.

But you don’t have to limit your tea set to Victorian or Art Deco styles — shake up teatime with an artful contemporary service. If the bold porcelain cups and saucers by Italian brand Seletti are too unconventional for your otherwise subdued tea circle, find antique services on 1stDibs from Japan, France and other locales as well as vintage mid-century modern tea sets and neoclassical designs.

Questions About Porcelain Tea Sets
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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 ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    There 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, 2022
    A 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 ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To 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, 2022
    The 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, 2024
    To 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.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver 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, 2021
    Silver 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, 2021
    A 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, 2021
    The 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, 2024
    To 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.