Imperial Queen by Whiting Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 167 Pieces Dinner
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb Imperial Queen by Whiting sterling silver flatware set - 167 pieces including many fabulous serving pieces.
Sterling Silver
Empire by Whiting Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 53 Pieces Dinner
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Early rare Empire by Whiting, circa 1892, sterling silver flatware set - 53 pieces. This set includes: 12 large banquet size knives, 10 5/8" 12 dinner size forks, 7 1/2" 12 pastry f...
Sterling Silver
Royal Oak by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 72 pcs Dinner
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Royal Oak By Gorham sterling silver flatware set - 72 pieces. This set includes: 8 Dinner Size Knives, blunt, 9 3/4" 8 Dinner Size Forks, 7 3/4" 8 Regular Knives, old French, 8 1/...
Sterling Silver
Patrician by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 83 Pcs Dinner
By Gorham
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner size Art Nouveau Patrician by Gorham, circa 1901, sterling silver flatware, 83 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Sovereign Old by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 138 pcs Dinner
By Gorham
Located in Big Bend, WI
Sovereign Old by Gorham (1941) Sterling Silver Flatware set with stylized acorn motif - 138 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Georgian by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 60 pcs Dinner Size
By Towle Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
Stunning Dinner Size Georgian by Towle sterling silver flatware set, 60 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Old Masters by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service Lg Dinner Set Multi motif
By Gorham
Located in Big Bend, WI
Heller is at once an inspired artist, having the gift of style, of grace and of elegance; and a workman possessing a skill without a rival—a hand for which no obstacle exists…” Supe...
Sterling Silver
Francis Higgins III Edwardian Sterling Silver Dinner Plates made in 1904
By Francis Higgins
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1904 by Francis Higgins III this classic Edwardian sterling silver set of 12 dinner plates is of a plain, unadorned design with a polished surface.
Sterling Silver
Acorn by Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set 12 Service 63 pieces
By Georg Jensen
Located in Big Bend, WI
His work is both sensitive and understated. Dinner size Acorn by Georg Jensen sterling silver Flatware set - 63 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Tetard Freres Perles Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service French 343 Pcs Dinner
By Tetard Freres
Located in Big Bend, WI
Outstanding monumental very fine Tetard Freres Perles design French sterling silver flatware set, 343 pieces. This set includes: 18 Large Dinner Knives, pointed stainless blades, ...
Sterling Silver
Portsmouth by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 144 pcs Dinner
By Gorham
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental Portsmouth by Gorham sterling silver flatware set - pieces. This pattern features a timeless modern pointed unadorned handle design.
Sterling Silver
Virginiana by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 48 Pieces Dinner
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Stunning Virginiana by Gorham sterling silver Art Nouveau Flatware set, 48 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Buckingham by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 61 Pcs Dinner
By Gorham
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner Size Buckingham by Gorham circa 1909 sterling silver Flatware set - 61 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Kings by Carrs English Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 43 pcs Dinner
By Carrs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb Dinner Size Kings by Carrs England sterling silver flatware set, 43 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Meadow by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 198 Pieces Dinner
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb Meadow by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set - 198 pieces including many fabulous serving pieces.
Sterling Silver
Williamsburg Shell by Stieff Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Dinner Service 51 Pc
By The Stieff Co. 1
Located in Big Bend, WI
Williamsburg Shell by Stieff Dinner Size sterling silver flatware set - 51 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Shell and Thread by Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 52 pcs Dinner
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
This versatility and the beauty of Shell & Thread make it Tiffany's most popular classic pattern. Dinner Size Shell and Thread by Tiffany and Co. sterling silver Flatware set, 52 pi...
Sterling Silver
Roman by Knowles Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Dinner Service 32 Pieces
By J. Knowles & Son
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner size Roman by Knowles sterling silver flatware set, 32 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Oslo by Porter Blanchard Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 10 Dinner 70 Pcs
By Porter Blanchard
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb handmade "Oslo" by Porter Blanchard sterling silver Flatware set, 70 pieces. This scarce set is truly a work of art.
Sterling Silver
Carthage by Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 124 Pcs Dinner Chest
By Wallace Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental dinner and luncheon size Arts & Crafts style "Carthage" by Wallace sterling silver flatware set with subtle hand hammered finish, 124 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Victoria by Shiebler Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set for 12 Service 84 Pcs
By George Shiebler
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare Victoria by Shiebler circa 1894 sterling silver dinner and luncheon flatware set of 84 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Spanish Baroque by Reed and Barton Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Service 8 Set
By Reed & Barton
Located in Big Bend, WI
Spanish Baroque by Reed & Barton Sterling Silver dinner size flatware set of 56 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Lansdowne by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service 12 Set 96 pc Dinner Mono M
By Gorham
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner Size Lansdowne by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set - 96 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Acorn by Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Flatware Service 6 Dinner Set 48 Pieces
By Georg Jensen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Acorn by Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Dinner Size Flatware set - 48 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Rat Tail by Tiffany and Co. Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 62 pcs Dinner
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner Size Rat Tail by Tiffany and Co. Sterling Silver Flatware set - 62 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Funkis iii by Sorensen Danish Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 67 Pc Dinner
By W. & S. Sorensen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Funkis III by W&S Sorensen Danish sterling silver Scandinavian Modern Flatware set, 67 pieces.
Sterling Silver
King by Dominick & Haff Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set 12 Service 100 Pcs
By Dominick & Haff
Located in Big Bend, WI
Massive King by Dominick and Haff, sterling silver flatware set of 110 pieces with classic shell motif.
Sterling Silver
Set of 12 Thomas Nortzen Antique Large Georgian Sterling Silver Dinner Forks
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
These large and heavy forks are composed of sterling silver with a simple rippled accent on the base of the handle.
Sterling Silver
Georgian Rose by Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Dinner 8 Flatware Set 55 Pieces
By Reed & Barton
Located in Big Bend, WI
Georgian Rose by Reed & Barton sterling silver dinner size flatware set - 55 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Melrose by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 48 pcs Dinner Size
By Gorham
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gorgeous Melrose by Gorham sterling silver Dinner Size Flatware set - 48 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Queen Anne Williamsburg by Stieff Sterling Silver Dinner 12 Flatware Set 89 Pcs
By The Stieff Co. 1
Located in Big Bend, WI
Queen Anne Williamsburg by Stieff sterling silver flatware set, 89 pieces. This set includes: 12 dinner knives, 9 1/4" 12 dinner forks, 7 3/4" 12 salad forks, 6 1/2" 12 teaspoons, 5...
Sterling Silver
Old French by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 158 pcs Dinner
By Gorham
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb monumental timeless Old French by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 158 pieces. This service includes: 12 Dinner Size Knives w/ French stainless blades, 9 7/8" 12 Dinner S...
Sterling Silver
Old Colonial by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 64 pcs Dinner
By Towle Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
Representing the height of the silversmiths craft, Old Colonial is a peerless expression of sophistication in sterling. Dinner Size Old Colonial by Towle sterling silver Flatware se...
Sterling Silver
Bead Round by Carrs Sterling Silver Flatware Set Dinner for 12 Service 63 Pieces
By Carrs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful Bead - Round by Carrs Sterling Silver Flatware set in vintage storage chest - 63 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Irish Rib by James Robinson Sterling Silver Flatware Dinner Service 8 Set 80 pcs
By James Robinson 1
Located in Big Bend, WI
Irish Rib by James Robinson handmade sterling silver Flatware set, 80 pieces. This set includes: 8 Dinner Knives, pistol grip, 9 1/2" 8 Dinner Forks, 7 3/8" 8 Luncheon/Salad Forks, ...
Sterling Silver
Custis by Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service Dinner 49 Pcs V Mono
By Wallace Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare dinner size Custis by Wallace, circa 1911, sterling silver Flatware set - 49 pieces.
Sterling Silver
King William by Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 6 Dinner 26 Pieces
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner Size King William by Tiffany and Co. sterling silver Flatware set, 26 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Louis XV by Whiting Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 86 Pcs Dinner
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner size Louis XV by whiting sterling silver flatware set, 86 pieces (with Strasbourg knives).
Sterling Silver
Romance of the Sea Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set Shell Motif Dinner 85 Pc
By Wallace Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
This pattern is wonderfully heavy and the Dinner size is large & impressive! Dinner Size Romance of the Sea by Wallace sterling silver Flatware set - 85 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Flemish by Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service Dinner 92 Pieces
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Exceptional Flemish by Tiffany & Co. sterling silver dinner size flatware set, 92 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Old English by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 48 Pcs Dinner
By Towle Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
Old English by Towle sterling silver Dinner Size Flatware set, 48 Pieces.
Sterling Silver
Old French by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 34 pcs Dinner
By Gorham
Located in Big Bend, WI
You'll reach for this flatware for all of your meals, from casual dining to formal entertaining. Dinner Size Old French by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set, 34 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Queens by Henri Bros & Co. Sterling Silver Set Dinner Knives and Forks 24 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Queens by Henri Bros & Co. (France) sterling silver set, 24 pieces. This set includes: 12 dinner knives, hollow handle with steel blades, 10" (one is slightly different) 12 dinner f...
Sterling Silver
Lansdowne by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 64 pcs Dinner L mono
By Gorham
Located in Big Bend, WI
These design elements beautifully compliment Colonial and Georgian decor. Dinner Size Lansdowne by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set - 64 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Number 10 Ten by Dominick and Haff Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 126 Pcs
By Dominick and Haff Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Exceptional monumental Number 10 Ten by Dominick & Haff sterling silver Dinner Size Flatware set, 126 Pieces.
Sterling Silver
Baronial Old by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 120 pc Lion Dinner
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Outstanding Dinner & Luncheon Size Old Baronial by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set with lion motif, 120 pieces.
Sterling Silver
D'Orleans by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 60 Pieces Dinner
By Towle Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner Size D'Orleans by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware set - 60 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Reeded Edge by Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 99 Pcs Dinner
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb Dinner and Luncheon Size "Reeded Edge" by Tiffany and Co. sterling silver Flatware set, 99 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Chateau by Carrs English Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 45 pc Dinner
By Carrs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb Dinner Size Chateau by Carrs England sterling silver flatware set, 45 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Shell and Thread by Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 88 pcs Dinner
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
This versatility and the beauty of Shell & Thread make it Tiffany's most popular classic pattern. Dinner Size Shell and Thread by Tiffany and Co. sterling silver Flatware set, 88 pi...
Sterling Silver
Melrose by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 88 pcs Dinner Size
By Gorham
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gorgeous Melrose by Gorham sterling silver Dinner Size Flatware set - 88 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Rat Tail by Tiffany and Co. Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 100 pcs Dinner
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental Dinner & Lunch Size Rat Tail by Tiffany and Co. (made in England) Sterling Silver Flatware set - 100 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Castilian by Tiffany and Co. Sterling Silver Flatware Service 8 Set 59 pc Dinner
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Elegantly bold, this service beautifully incorporates the streamlined classic style of this truly iconic period. Dinner Size Castilian by Tiffany and Co. Sterling Silver Flatware se...
Sterling Silver
Henry II by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 18 Service 278 pcs Dinner
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental Henry II by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set, 240 pieces. This incredible pattern features a heavy weight and a figural griffin and gargoyle motif.
Sterling Silver
Romance of the Sea Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set Shell Motif Dinner 70 pc
By Wallace Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
This pattern is wonderfully heavy and the Dinner size is large & impressive! Dinner Size Romance of the Sea by Wallace sterling silver Flatware set - 70 pieces.
Sterling Silver
King William by Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Dinner 60 Pcs
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Outstanding Dinner Size King William by Tiffany and Co. sterling silver flatware set, 60 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Irish Rib by James Robinson Sterling Silver Flatware Dinner Service 8 Set 58 Pc
By James Robinson 1
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb Irish Rib by James Robinson handmade sterling silver Flatware set, 58 pieces. This set includes: 8 Large Dinner Knives, 10 1/2" 8 Large Dinner Forks, 8" 8 Luncheon Knives...
Sterling Silver
While it isn’t always top of mind for some, antique and vintage tableware can enhance even the most informal meal. It has been an intimate part of how we’ve interacted with our food for millennia.
Tableware has played a basic but important role in everyday life. Ancient Egyptians used spoons (which are classified as flatware) made of ivory and wood, while Greeks and Romans, who gathered for banquets involving big meals and entertainment, ate with forks and knives. At the beginning of the 17th century, however, forks were still uncommon in American homes. Over time, tableware has thankfully evolved and today includes increasingly valuable implements.
Tableware refers to the tools people use to set the table, including serving pieces, dinner plates and more. It encompasses everything from the intricate and elaborate to the austere and functional, yet are all what industrial product designer Jasper Morrison might call “Super Normal” — anonymous objects that are too useful to be considered banal.
There are four general categories of tableware — serveware, dinnerware, drinkware and, lastly, flatware, which is commonly referred to as silverware or cutlery. Serveware includes serving bowls, platters, gravy boats, casserole pans and ladles. Most tableware is practical, but it can also be decorative. And decorative objects count as tableware too. Even though they don’t fit squarely into one of the four categories, vases, statues and floral arrangements are traditional centerpieces.
Drinkware appropriately refers to the vessels we use for our beverages — mugs, cups and glasses. There is a good deal of variety that falls under this broad term. For example, your cheerful home bar or mid-century modern bar cart might be outfitted with a full range of vintage barware, which might include pilsner glasses and tumblers. Specialty cocktails are often served in these custom glasses, but they’re still a type of drinkware.
Every meal should be special — even if you’re using earthenware or stoneware for a casual lunch — but perhaps you’re hosting a dinner party to mark a specific event. The right high-quality tableware can bring a touch of luxury to your cuisine. Young couples, for example, traditionally add “fine china,” or porcelain, to their wedding registry as a commemoration of their union and likely wouldn’t turn down exquisite silver made by Tiffany & Co. or Georg Jensen.
It’s important to remember, however, that when you’re setting the dining room table to have fun with it. Just as you might mix and match your dining chairs, don’t be afraid to mix new and old or high and low with your tableware. On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage and antique tableware to help elevate your meal as well as the mood and atmosphere of your entire dining room.
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