Prince Harald by Marthinsen Norway Sterling Silver Flatware Set 74 pcs
By Thorvald Marthinsen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner Size Prince Harald by Marthinsen (Norway) sterling silver flatware set - 74 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Valdres by Marthinsen Norway Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 88 pcs Dinner
By Thorvald Marthinsen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Valdres by Marthinsen is an exquisite sterling silver flatware pattern that showcases the elegance and artistry of fine Norwegian craftsmanship.
Sterling Silver
Valdres by Marthinsen Norway 830 Silver Flatware Set Service 56 pieces Luncheon
By Thorvald Marthinsen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Valdres by Th. Marthinsen (Norway) 830 silver flatware set with ornate pierced handle, 56 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Valdres by Marthinsen Norway 830 Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 46 Pieces
By Thorvald Marthinsen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Valdres by Th. Marthinsen (Norway) 830 silver flatware set with ornate pierced handle, 46 pieces. This set includes: 8 Dinner Knives, 9 1/2" 8 Dinner Forks, 7 5/8" 8 Luncheon/De...
Sterling Silver
Cloister by Marthinsen Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 92 Pcs Norway Dinner
By Thorvald Marthinsen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Scarce Cloister by Marthinsen, Norwegian, pierced handle Sterling Silver flatware set - 92 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Lillemor by Marthinsen Sterling Silver Flatware Service Dinner Set of 69 Pieces
By Thorvald Marthinsen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Lillemor by Marthinsen sterling silver dinner size flatware set of 69 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Lillemor by Marthinsen 830s Silver Flatware Service for 12 Dinner Set 74 Pieces
By Thorvald Marthinsen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Scandinavian Lillemor by Marthinsen 830S silver Norway dinner size flatware set with unique pierced handles - 74 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Lillemor by Marthinsen 830 Silver Flatware Service 12 Dessert Set 36 Pcs Norway
By Thorvald Marthinsen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Lillemor by Marthinsen, Norway, pierced handle 830 Silver Dessert set - 36 pieces. This set includes: 12 dessert knives, 8 5/8" 12 dessert forks, 7" 12 coffee spoons, 4 1/2" Inclu...
Sterling Silver
Valdres by Marthinsen Norway Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 73 Pcs Dinner
By Thorvald Marthinsen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner size Valdres by Th. Marthinsen (Norway) sterling silver flatware set with ornate pierced handle, 73 pieces.
Sterling Silver
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H 9.5 in W 1 in D 0.5 in
104 piece Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 16 in Valdres by Th Marthinsen
By Thorvald Marthinsen
Located in Pasadena, CA
A fine and stunning 104 piece sterling silver flatware service by Th Marthinsen of Norway in the Valdres pattern dating to the mid-20th century.
Valdres by Marthinsen Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 46 Pieces
By Thorvald Marthinsen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Valdres by Marthinsen (Norway) handmade sterling silver flatware set, 46 pieces.
Sterling Silver
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H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Cloister by Marthinsen Norway Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 72 Pieces
By Thorvald Marthinsen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Cloister by Marthinsen (Norway) handmade sterling silver flatware set of 72 pieces.
Sterling Silver
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H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Valdres by Marthinsen Norway Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 34 Pcs Dinner
By Thorvald Marthinsen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Valdres by Th. Marthinsen (Norway) sterling silver flatware set with ornate pierced handle, 34 pieces.
Sterling Silver
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H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Cloister by Marthinsen Norway Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 54 Pcs Dinner
By Thorvald Marthinsen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Cloister by Th. Marthinsen Norwegian sterling silver Flatware set with pierced handle, 54 pieces.
Sterling Silver
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H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Cloister by Th. Marthinsen Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 43 Pcs Dinner
By Thorvald Marthinsen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Cloister by Th. Marthinsen (Norway) sterling silver flatware set with pierced handle, 43 pieces.
Sterling Silver
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H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Cloister by Marthinsen Norway Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 66 Pcs Dinner
By Thorvald Marthinsen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare dinner size cloister by Th. Marthinsen Norwegian sterling silver flatware set with unique pierced handle, 66 pieces.
Sterling Silver
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H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Cloister by Marthinsen Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 64 Pcs Norway Dinner
By Thorvald Marthinsen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Scarce Cloister by Marthinsen, Norway, Sterling Silver flatware set with gorgeous pierced handle - 64 pieces.
Sterling Silver
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H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Valdres by Marthinsen Sterling Silver Flatware Set Dinner 8 Service 40 Pieces
By Thorvald Marthinsen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Valdres by Th. Marthinsen (Norway) sterling silver flatware set with ornate pierced handle, 40 pieces.
Sterling Silver
$14,414 / set
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Baronet aka Arvesolv #7 by Hans Hansen Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 95Pc
By Hans Hansen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Baronet aka Arvesolv #7 by hans hansen sterling silver flatware set of 96 pieces. This pattern has a simple design with fine lines and bead-like detail on the tip of the handle. This...
Sterling Silver
$13,293 / set
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Melrose by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 88 pcs Dinner Size
By Gorham
Located in Big Bend, WI
Inspired by carvings from the Melrose Mansion of Natchez, Mississippi, this pattern possesses unusual boldness and depth. Melrose has elegant curves and intricate detailing along the...
Sterling Silver
$11,500 / set
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
King William by Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Dinner 48 Pieces
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
King William by Tiffany & Co. sterling silver flatware set, 48 pieces. This Old English style pattern was introduced in the year 1870. The pieces are large and heavy, with wonderful ...
Sterling Silver
$19,500 / set
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Renaissance by Fogh of Denmark Danish Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 123pc
By S. Christian Fogh
Located in Big Bend, WI
S. Christian Fogh, a Danish silversmith, operated a workshop in Copenhagen, Denmark, from 1947-1973. He was known for his unique jewelry and exceptional flatware creations. Rare R...
Sterling Silver
$13,900 / set
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
King Richard by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 87 Pcs Dinner Size
By Towle Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
Named for King Richard I of England. Described as truly a royal pattern with regal dignity drawn from the romantic background of the pomp and pageantry of Richard the Lion-hearted an...
Sterling Silver
$12,405 / set
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Medici New by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 72 Pieces Dinner Size
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Sparkling lace-like scrolls of deeply carved sterling link together to create a magnificent movement of intricate detail. Medici achieves balance between the pure lines of the column...
Sterling Silver
$21,621 / set
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Winthrop by Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 65 pcs Dinner E Mono
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Introduced in 1909, Winthrop is one of Tiffany's most refined and elegant designs. It is comprised of subtle Neoclassical details, including laurel branches and ribbon accents. Tiffa...
Sterling Silver
$8,975 / set
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Lady Hilton by Westmorland Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 90 Pieces
By Westmorland
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gorgeous Lady Hilton by Westmorland sterling silver flatware set - 90 pieces. This set includes: 12 knives, modern, 9" 12 forks, 7 1/4" 12 salad forks, 6 1/8" 12 teaspoons, 6" ...
Sterling Silver
$15,500 / set
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Flemish by Tiffany and Co Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 76 pieces Dinner
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Tiffany's Flemish pattern was designed in 1911 and is a modification of the English Trifid End pattern of the eighteenth century. A gracefully simple design, Flemish is harmonious wi...
Sterling Silver
$12,950 / set
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Marie Louise by Blackinton Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 103 Pcs Dinner
By W&S Blackinton Co. 1
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental Marie Louise by Blackinton sterling silver Flatware set, 103 pieces. This set includes: 12 dinner size knives, 9 3/4" 12 dinner size forks, 7 3/4" 12 regular knives, 9" ...
Sterling Silver
$7,428 / set
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Patricia by W & S Sorensen Danish Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 37 Pcs
By W. & S. Sorensen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Exceptional Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Patricia by W&S Sorensen Danish sterling silver flatware set - 37 pieces. This set includes: Six dinner knives, 8 3/4", six dinner forks...
Sterling Silver
$4,248 / set
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Kungsholm by C.G. Hallberg 830 Silver Flatware Set 10 Service Dinner 40 Pcs
By CG Hallberg
Located in Big Bend, WI
C.G. Hallberg .830 silver Swedish dinner size flatware set - 40 pieces. This set includes: 10 dinner size knives, 9 3/4" 10 dinner size forks, massive 2.8 ozt each, 8 1/4" 10 salad ...
Silver
$3,495 / set
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Northern Lights by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 30 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Mid-Century Modern Northern Lights by International glossy Sterling silver flatware set, 30 pieces. This set includes: 6 knives, 8 7/8" 6 forks, 7 1/8" 6 salad forks, 6 3/8" 6 ...
Sterling Silver
$7,650 / set
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
John and Priscilla by Westmorland Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 78 Pcs
By Westmorland
Located in Big Bend, WI
John and Priscilla by Westmorland circa 1940 sterling silver flatware set of 78 pieces. This set includes: 12 knives, 9" 12 forks, 7 1/4" 12 salad forks, 6 1/2" 12 teaspoons, 6" 12 ...
Sterling Silver
$17,186 / set
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
King Richard by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 108 Pc Dinner Size
By Towle Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
Named for King Richard I of England. Described as truly a royal pattern with regal dignity drawn from the romantic background of the pomp and pageantry of Richard the Lion-hearted an...
Sterling Silver
$15,511 / set
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Saga by Mylius Brodrene 830 Silver Flatware Set Service 69 pcs Norwegian Dinner
By Brodrene Mylius Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb Saga by Mylius Brodrene 830 silver Norwegian flatware set, 69 pieces. The company began in 1932 in Krager, in the south of Norway and closed its doors in 2008. This pattern ha...
Sterling Silver
$5,531 / set
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Greenbrier by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for Eight Service Dinner Size
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Greenbrier by Gorham sterling silver dinner size flatware set of 54 pieces. This set includes: Eight dinner size knives, 9 1/2". Eight dinner size forks, 8". Eight salad forks, 6 1/...
Sterling Silver
$14,186Sale Price|20% Off
H 52.76 in W 42.52 in
Annunciation Bonini Paint Oil in canvas Old master 17th Century Leonardo Italy
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
Girolamo Bonini, called Anconitano (Ancona, circa 1600 - Bologna 1680) Annunciation (or Madonna of the Beautiful Angel) Oil on canvas (115 x 91 cm. - Framed 134 x 108 cm.) Work ac...
Oil
$79,500 / set
H 70 in W 70 in D 70 in
Chrysanthemum Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 255 pcs Fitted Chest
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Chrysanthemum (c1880) originally called Indian Chrysanthemum .Tiffany's luxurious Chrysanthemum silver was designed in 1880 by Charles Grosjean. With its flowing curves, swirling ve...
Sterling Silver
$1,695 / set
H 32.75 in W 18 in D 20 in
Heywood Wakefield Mid-Century Modern M154 "Dog Biscuit" Dining Chairs, Set of 4
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Bradenton, FL
A set of four birchwood M154 "Dog Biscuit" dining chairs designed by Heywood Wakefield, circa 1950. One of their most iconic designs, the sculptural frames feature the famous Dog Bis...
Birch, Maple
$9,500 / set
H 18 in W 18 in D 18 in
Bougainville by Puiforcat Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 37 Pcs in Box
By Puiforcat
Located in Big Bend, WI
Exquisite Bougainville by Puiforcat France sterling silver flatware set, 37 pieces. This set includes: 12 dinner size forks, 8 3/8" 12 teaspoons, 5 1/2" 12 large dinner spoons, ...
Sterling Silver
$3,504Sale Price / set|20% Off
Limoges Porcelain Dinner Set by F. Legrand & Cie - 68 Pieces
By L.F. Limoges
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite antique Limoges porcelain dinnerware set by F. Legrand & Cie showcases an exceptional polychrome and gold-accented design, embodying the timeless elegance of French cr...
Porcelain
$19,500 / set
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Anitra by Th. Olsens 830 Silver Flatware Set Service 109 Pieces Norwegian Modern
By Theodor Olsens
Located in Big Bend, WI
Scarce Anitra by Th. Olsens 830 silver Scandinavian Modern pierced handle flatware set - 109 pieces. This set includes: 12 Dinner knives w/stainless blades, 9 1/2" 12 Dinner forks, ...
Sterling Silver
$2,080Sale Price|20% Off
H 28 in W 62 in D 18 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Dresser with Six Drawers, 1970
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century danish modern 6 drawer teak dresser. Simple basic Danish modern design teak dresser. Has carved upper handles with solid wood drawers. Clean inside and out all drawers sl...
Teak
$2,400Sale Price|25% Off
H 23 in W 19.5 in D 18.5 in
Beautiful pair of mid century danish modern teak nightstands with 3 drawers
By Tørring Møbelfabrik, Peter Arenkiel Jensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful pair of teak mid century 3 drawer nightstands made in Denmark. Designed by Peter Graves Sorensen for Tørring Møbelfabrik. Square body and platform base. Single lower cubby ...
Brass
$347,200
H 68 in W 55 in
A Magnificent Pair of French Royal Paintings "Aurora and Diana" "Night and Day"
Located in Queens, NY
Jacques-Francois Delyen (1684-1761), Court Painter of King Louis XV. A Magnificent Pair of Palatial "French Royal" Allegorical Paintings "Aurora and Diana" "Night and Day" A truly ...
Oil
$4,058 / item
H 33.47 in Dm 37.41 in
Simplicissimus Chandelier, 8 Arms Talco Blue Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Venezia, Veneto
Simplicissimus 360 chandelier, 8 lights, Talco Blue artistic glass by Multiforme This collection in Murano glass is characterized by superb simplicity. It is the result of a research...
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$8,400Sale Price / set|48% Off
1850s Rare Faience Dinner Service "Chevreuse" by Jules Vieillard
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
An exceptional rare dinner service of 92 pieces in fine French earthenware, made by the esteemed faience manufacturer Jules Vieillard of Bordeaux. The charming blue and white design ...
Earthenware, Faience
$12,800 / set
H 0.5 in W 10 in D 1.5 in L 0.5 in
1810 International Sterling Silver Flatware Set 72 Pc
By International Silver
Located in Rio Vista, CA
An expansive 72 piece heavy set of faithfully reproduced coin silver pattern from the original Colonial die owned by International Silver. The American sterling silver flatware produ...
Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel
$9,800
H 14 in Dm 12 in
Very Large Mid-Century Rosenthal Porcelain Dinner /Tea/Coffee Service /12 People
Located in Tarry Town, NY
An exceptional mid-20th century porcelain dinner service by Rosenthal Studio-Line, Germany, designed for twelve and showcasing the refined aesthetic of post-war European craftsmanshi...
Porcelain
$3,180 / set
H 24.5 in W 20 in D 16 in
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Nightstand by Heywood Wakefield, Circa 1950s
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular pair of vintage nightstands part of the esteemed Trophy Collection, known for their Mid-Century Modern design and quality craftsmanship. They are original Heywood-Wakefie...
Maple
Brita Svefors Vintage Swedish Röllakan
By Brita Svefors
Located in Dallas, TX
79027 Brita Svefors Vintage Swedish Rollakan, 06'05 x 09'03. This handwoven wool vintage Swedish Scandinavian rollakan rug named "Opal" is a testament to the artistic ingenuity of Br...
Wool
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.