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Giant 4, 8 L Fruits and Flowers Herend Porcelain Teapot
Giant 4, 8 L Fruits and Flowers Herend Porcelain Teapot

Giant 4, 8 L Fruits and Flowers Herend Porcelain Teapot

By Herend

Located in Paris, FR

Lovely XXL size Herend Porcelain Teapot. CFR model, decorated with fruits such as lemons

Category

2010s Hungarian Rococo Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Minton Orphaned Porcelain Teacup, Imari Pattern, Regency, circa 1820
Minton Orphaned Porcelain Teacup, Imari Pattern, Regency, circa 1820

Minton Orphaned Porcelain Teacup, Imari Pattern, Regency, circa 1820

By Minton

Located in London, GB

quality cream ware, porcelain, majolica and ultimately the finest parian porcelain. Minton excelled in

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Antique 1820s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Worcester Porcelain Milkmaids Pattern Coffee Cup and Saucer, circa 1770
Worcester Porcelain Milkmaids Pattern Coffee Cup and Saucer, circa 1770

Worcester Porcelain Milkmaids Pattern Coffee Cup and Saucer, circa 1770

By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

Worcester Porcelain Milkmaids Pattern Coffee Cup and Saucer, circa 1770 Additional Information

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Antique 18th Century English George III Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Royal Crown Derby Bird of Paradise Teacup and Saucer in Olde Avesbury Pattern
Royal Crown Derby Bird of Paradise Teacup and Saucer in Olde Avesbury Pattern

Royal Crown Derby Bird of Paradise Teacup and Saucer in Olde Avesbury Pattern

By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Tea time has never been so glam. This Royal Crown Derby teacup and saucer are a fabulous way to add

Category

20th Century English Baroque Revival Tea Sets

Materials

Gold

Rare Freeman Lederman, Kenji Fujita, White Porcelain, Cane Teapot
Rare Freeman Lederman, Kenji Fujita, White Porcelain, Cane Teapot

Rare Freeman Lederman, Kenji Fujita, White Porcelain, Cane Teapot

By Freeman Lederman, Kenji Fujita, Lagardo Tackett

Located in San Diego, CA

Very rare white porcelain teapot by Freeman Lederman for Kenji Fujita. With a cane handle, in an

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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain, Cane

Antique Chinese Teapot and Pattipan with Relief Flowers Yongzheng Porcelain
Antique Chinese Teapot and Pattipan with Relief Flowers Yongzheng Porcelain

Antique Chinese Teapot and Pattipan with Relief Flowers Yongzheng Porcelain

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

1735, the German Meissen porcelain factory produced its own imitation of the appliqué-decorated teapot

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

First Period Worcester Porcelain Hop Trellis Cup and Saucer
First Period Worcester Porcelain Hop Trellis Cup and Saucer

First Period Worcester Porcelain Hop Trellis Cup and Saucer

By Royal Worcester

Located in Katonah, NY

A very fine 18th century Dr. Wall Worcester soft-paste porcelain coffee can and saucer, fluted in

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Antique 1760s English Neoclassical Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Chamberlain's Worcester Orphaned Porcelain Coffee Cup, Dragons, circa 1810
Chamberlain's Worcester Orphaned Porcelain Coffee Cup, Dragons, circa 1810

Chamberlain's Worcester Orphaned Porcelain Coffee Cup, Dragons, circa 1810

By Chamberlains Worcester

Located in London, GB

little gift; it is still good for careful use and it holds about one double espresso. We also have a set

Category

Antique 1810s English George III Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Chamberlain's Worcester Orphaned Porcelain Coffee Cup, Dragons, circa 1810
Chamberlain's Worcester Orphaned Porcelain Coffee Cup, Dragons, circa 1810

Chamberlain's Worcester Orphaned Porcelain Coffee Cup, Dragons, circa 1810

By Chamberlains Worcester

Located in London, GB

Chamberlain started out working at the famous Worcester Porcelain Company in the 18th century. He started his

Category

Antique 1810s English George III Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Staffordshire Porcelain Teacup Trio, White with Flowers, Regency, 1825-1830
Staffordshire Porcelain Teacup Trio, White with Flowers, Regency, 1825-1830

Staffordshire Porcelain Teacup Trio, White with Flowers, Regency, 1825-1830

By Staffordshire

Located in London, GB

factory to factory in search of work. This set would have been part of a large tea service. In the

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Antique 1820s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Royal Crown Tea Set
Royal Crown Tea Set

Royal Crown Tea Set

Located in East Hampton, NY

Royal Crown "Mardi Gras" pattern tea set for six....part white glaze, part black basalt with gold

Category

20th Century Japanese Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

New Hall Porcelain Coffee Cup, Exceptional Imari, Regency, 1815-1820
New Hall Porcelain Coffee Cup, Exceptional Imari, Regency, 1815-1820

New Hall Porcelain Coffee Cup, Exceptional Imari, Regency, 1815-1820

By New Hall

Located in London, GB

well as the inner jacket of Geoffrey A. Godden's "New Hall Porcelains". Condition report: The set is

Category

Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Shelley "Dainty White" Porcelain Coffee Service, Art Nouveau, 1926-1940
Shelley "Dainty White" Porcelain Coffee Service, Art Nouveau, 1926-1940

Shelley "Dainty White" Porcelain Coffee Service, Art Nouveau, 1926-1940

By Shelley Pottery

Located in London, GB

very desired and was made between 1926 and 1940, as can be seen from the back stamps. The set

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Vintage 1920s English Art Nouveau Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Worcester Porcelain First Period Chinese Family Pattern Teapot and Stand, c1770
Worcester Porcelain First Period Chinese Family Pattern Teapot and Stand, c1770

Worcester Porcelain First Period Chinese Family Pattern Teapot and Stand, c1770

By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

Heading : Worcester Porcelain First Period 'Chinese Family' Pattern Teapot and Stand circa 1770

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Antique Late 17th Century English George III Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Teacup, Japan Pattern with Ducks, Regency, 1815-1820
Derby Porcelain Teacup, Japan Pattern with Ducks, Regency, 1815-1820

Derby Porcelain Teacup, Japan Pattern with Ducks, Regency, 1815-1820

By Derby

Located in London, GB

This is a charming teacup and saucer made by Derby some time between 1815 and 1820. The set is

Category

Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Export Porcelain Breakfast Teacup, Canton Famille Verte Figures, '1'
Chinese Export Porcelain Breakfast Teacup, Canton Famille Verte Figures, '1'

Chinese Export Porcelain Breakfast Teacup, Canton Famille Verte Figures, '1'

Located in London, GB

large milky tea or cafe au lait. "Canton" porcelain distinguishes itself in the type of colorful enamel

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Antique 1880s Chinese Chinese Export Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Chamberlains Worcester Porcelain Breakfast Cup, Dragons in Compartments, Ca 1800
Chamberlains Worcester Porcelain Breakfast Cup, Dragons in Compartments, Ca 1800

Chamberlains Worcester Porcelain Breakfast Cup, Dragons in Compartments, Ca 1800

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

New Hall Porcelain Teacup Trio, Imari Vine Pattern, Regency, ca 1810
New Hall Porcelain Teacup Trio, Imari Vine Pattern, Regency, ca 1810

New Hall Porcelain Teacup Trio, Imari Vine Pattern, Regency, ca 1810

Located in London, GB

true porcelain in Staffordshire. This set is made in the typical "hybrid hard paste" porcelain, as

Category

Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Herculaneum Porcelain Teacup Trio, Blue and Gilt Regency, 1800-1815
Herculaneum Porcelain Teacup Trio, Blue and Gilt Regency, 1800-1815

Herculaneum Porcelain Teacup Trio, Blue and Gilt Regency, 1800-1815

By Herculaneum Pottery

Located in London, GB

" kiln owned by Wedgwood. This set is made in very early porcelain. You can tell from the greyish colour

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Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Minton Porcelain Orphaned Coffee Cup, Green with Flowers, ca 1825
Minton Porcelain Orphaned Coffee Cup, Green with Flowers, ca 1825

Minton Porcelain Orphaned Coffee Cup, Green with Flowers, ca 1825

By Minton

Located in London, GB

existence, the factory made top quality creamware, porcelain, majolica and ultimately the finest parian

Category

Antique 1820s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

New Hall Porcelain Teacup, Imari Pattern with Pink, Regency, ca 1816
New Hall Porcelain Teacup, Imari Pattern with Pink, Regency, ca 1816

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

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Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Armorial Chinese Porcelain Large Teapot Chine de Commande, 18th Century
Armorial Chinese Porcelain Large Teapot Chine de Commande, 18th Century

Armorial Chinese Porcelain Large Teapot Chine de Commande, 18th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Qianlong, 18th century,Famille Rose Famile rose enamels with armorial monogram. Large Teapot. Additional information: Material: Emperor Region of Origin: China Emperor: Qianlong (17...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Wileman Porcelain Teacup Quartet, Japanese Buttercup Imari, Art Nouveau, 1902
Wileman Porcelain Teacup Quartet, Japanese Buttercup Imari, Art Nouveau, 1902

Wileman Porcelain Teacup Quartet, Japanese Buttercup Imari, Art Nouveau, 1902

By Wileman

Located in London, GB

tea sets in the late 19th and early 20th century, and many of their products are now collector's items

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Santsuma Tea Service Set
Santsuma Tea Service Set

Santsuma Tea Service Set

By Satsuma

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Tea service Santsuma set Japanese game Immortals Style (Dragon Ware) Hand painted Japanese

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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Neoclassical Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Blue Hand-Glazed Porcelain Cup and Saucer by Master Artist
Japanese Blue Hand-Glazed Porcelain Cup and Saucer by Master Artist

Japanese Blue Hand-Glazed Porcelain Cup and Saucer by Master Artist

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Exquisite Japanese contemporary porcelain cup and saucer, hand-glazed in striking signature royal

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

New Hall Porcelain Teacup, Chinoiserie Water Carrier Pattern 1163, Ca 1815
New Hall Porcelain Teacup, Chinoiserie Water Carrier Pattern 1163, Ca 1815

New Hall Porcelain Teacup, Chinoiserie Water Carrier Pattern 1163, Ca 1815

By New Hall

Located in London, GB

This is gorgeous teacup and saucer made by New Hall around the year 1815. The set is decorated in

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Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Seletti "Kintsugi-N'2" Coffee Cup with Saucer in Porcelain
Seletti "Kintsugi-N'2" Coffee Cup with Saucer in Porcelain

Seletti "Kintsugi-N'2" Coffee Cup with Saucer 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

Antique 19th C Chinese Porcelain Doucai decorated Daoguang period dish
Antique 19th C Chinese Porcelain Doucai decorated Daoguang period dish

Antique 19th C Chinese Porcelain Doucai decorated Daoguang period dish

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nice 19th century dish with Doucai decoration. Marked with a seal mark at the base. Condition line in base, 1 line from rim (visible both sides) and some crackle lines to ...

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Antique 19th Century Asian Qing Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

English Porcelain Teacup, Aesthetic Movement Bronze-Gilt Sprigs, ca 1875
English Porcelain Teacup, Aesthetic Movement Bronze-Gilt Sprigs, ca 1875

English Porcelain Teacup, Aesthetic Movement Bronze-Gilt Sprigs, ca 1875

By Staffordshire

Located in London, GB

. Condition report The set is in perfect antique condition. Antique British porcelain is never perfect

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Antique 1870s English Aesthetic Movement Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Villeroy & Boch Fasan Teapot with Warming Stand  Green and White Porcelain
Villeroy & Boch Fasan Teapot with Warming Stand  Green and White Porcelain

Villeroy & Boch Fasan Teapot with Warming Stand Green and White Porcelain

By Villeroy & Boch

Located in Bastogne, BE

Villeroy & Boch Fasan. Delightful Vintage Green and White Porcelain Teapot with Warmer Stand

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Mid-20th Century German Other Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Belleek Porcelain Demitasse Cup, Soft Pink Tridacna, Victorian 1891-1926
Belleek Porcelain Demitasse Cup, Soft Pink Tridacna, Victorian 1891-1926

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

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Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Victorian Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Tapio Wirkkala Porcelain Coffee Service
Tapio Wirkkala Porcelain Coffee Service

Tapio Wirkkala Porcelain Coffee Service

Located in London, GB

Fantastic thin porcelain coffee service designed by Tapio Wirkkala , made by Rosenthal. Consisting

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Vintage 1960s German Tea Sets

Rathbone Porcelain Teacup, Cobalt Blue with Flowers, Regency circa 1815
Rathbone Porcelain Teacup, Cobalt Blue with Flowers, Regency circa 1815

Rathbone Porcelain Teacup, Cobalt Blue with Flowers, Regency circa 1815

By Rathbone

Located in London, GB

and not damage. Other than this, the set is in fabulous condition. Antique British porcelain is never

Category

Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Yates Porcelain Cup and Saucer, Yellow with Roses, Regency, circa 1825
Yates Porcelain Cup and Saucer, Yellow with Roses, Regency, circa 1825

Yates Porcelain Cup and Saucer, Yellow with Roses, Regency, circa 1825

Located in London, GB

earthenwares and porcelain. This set has a nice yellow ground, which is rare; yellow was very difficult to

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Antique 1820s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Ulla Procope for Arabia, Four Valencia Teacups with Saucers in Porcelain
Ulla Procope for Arabia, Four Valencia Teacups with Saucers in Porcelain

Ulla Procope for Arabia, Four Valencia Teacups with Saucers in Porcelain

Located in København, Copenhagen

Ulla Procope for Arabia. Four Valencia teacups with saucers in hand-painted porcelain. 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Worcester Porcelain Chocolate Cup, Blue Scale Japanese Kakiemon, ca 1775
Worcester Porcelain Chocolate Cup, Blue Scale Japanese Kakiemon, ca 1775

Worcester Porcelain Chocolate Cup, Blue Scale Japanese Kakiemon, ca 1775

By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall

Located in London, GB

porcelain. Alongside other great potteries such as Derby, Chelsea and Bow, they pioneered a new industry

Category

Antique 1770s English George III Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Qianlong Chinese Export Orphaned Porcelain Saucer, Famille Rose, 1736-1795
Qianlong Chinese Export Orphaned Porcelain Saucer, Famille Rose, 1736-1795

Qianlong Chinese Export Orphaned Porcelain Saucer, Famille Rose, 1736-1795

Located in London, GB

painted flowers. The saucer is potted very fine greyish porcelain. It is decorated in the "Famille

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Porcelain Teacup New Hall, Pink Roses, Cobalt Blue, Regency, circa 1815 '2'
Porcelain Teacup New Hall, Pink Roses, Cobalt Blue, Regency, circa 1815 '2'

Porcelain Teacup New Hall, Pink Roses, Cobalt Blue, Regency, circa 1815 '2'

By New Hall

Located in London, GB

first to make true porcelain in Staffordshire. This set is made in the typical "hybrid hard paste

Category

Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

New Hall Porcelain True Trio, Imari Vine Patt, 446, Regency, circa 1810
New Hall Porcelain True Trio, Imari Vine Patt, 446, Regency, circa 1810

New Hall Porcelain True Trio, Imari Vine Patt, 446, Regency, circa 1810

Located in London, GB

true porcelain in Staffordshire. This set is made in the typical "hybrid hard paste" porcelain, as

Category

Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Flight and Barr Porcelain Teacup, Peach with Gilt, Georgian 1795-1804
Flight and Barr Porcelain Teacup, Peach with Gilt, Georgian 1795-1804

Flight and Barr Porcelain Teacup, Peach with Gilt, Georgian 1795-1804

By Flight, Barr & Barr Worcester

Located in London, GB

probably circa 1820. Flight & Barr was the continuation of the famous Worcester Porcelain Company. In

Category

Antique 1790s English Georgian Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Yates Porcelain Teacup, White with Gilt and Flowers, Regency, circa 1825
Yates Porcelain Teacup, White with Gilt and Flowers, Regency, circa 1825

Yates Porcelain Teacup, White with Gilt and Flowers, Regency, circa 1825

Located in London, GB

This is beautiful teacup and saucer made in circa 1825 by the Yates factory. The set is in the "Old

Category

Antique 1820s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Flight Barr & Barr Worcester Porcelain Teacup, Gilt Seaweed, Regency, 1816-1820
Flight Barr & Barr Worcester Porcelain Teacup, Gilt Seaweed, Regency, 1816-1820

Flight Barr & Barr Worcester Porcelain Teacup, Gilt Seaweed, Regency, 1816-1820

By Flight, Barr & Barr Worcester

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful teacup and saucer made by Flight, Barr & Barr between 1816 and 1820. The set is

Category

Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Blue Black Hand-Glazed Porcelain Cup and Saucer by Master Artist
Japanese Blue Black Hand-Glazed Porcelain Cup and Saucer by Master Artist

Japanese Blue Black Hand-Glazed Porcelain Cup and Saucer by Master Artist

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Contemporary Japanese porcelain cup and saucer, hand-glazed in mesmerizing signature blue and black

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Hand-Glazed white Blue Porcelain Cup and Saucer by Master Artist
Japanese Hand-Glazed white Blue Porcelain Cup and Saucer by Master Artist

Japanese Hand-Glazed white Blue Porcelain Cup and Saucer by Master Artist

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Contemporary Japanese porcelain cup and saucer, hand-glazed in striking signature white and blue, a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

New Hall Porcelain Teacup Trio, Regency Patt. Blue and Gilt, ca 1810
New Hall Porcelain Teacup Trio, Regency Patt. Blue and Gilt, ca 1810

New Hall Porcelain Teacup Trio, Regency Patt. Blue and Gilt, ca 1810

By New Hall

Located in London, GB

. This set is made in this typical "hybrid hard paste" porcelain, as New Hall had adapted the original

Category

Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Contemporary Japanese Gilded Blue Red Hand Painted Porcelain Cup and Saucer
Contemporary Japanese Gilded Blue Red Hand Painted Porcelain Cup and Saucer

Contemporary Japanese Gilded Blue Red Hand Painted Porcelain Cup and Saucer

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Unique contemporary Imari style intricately gilded and hand painted porcelain cup and saucer. This

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Victorian 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 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 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, 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.

    Find antique tea sets on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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.