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Vintage Tea Service in Ceramic Design Dante Baldelli, 1980s
Vintage Tea Service in Ceramic Design Dante Baldelli, 1980s

Vintage Tea Service in Ceramic Design Dante Baldelli, 1980s

By Baldelli

Located in taranto, IT

ceramic tea table set produced by Baldelli, 1980s, consisting of teapot, milk jug, sugar container and a cup with saucer white / black dotted color In very good condition, as sh...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic

Octogono Contemporary and Customizable Tea Table Set in Mirror by Luísa Peixoto
Octogono Contemporary and Customizable Tea Table Set in Mirror by Luísa Peixoto

Octogono Contemporary and Customizable Tea Table Set in Mirror by Luísa Peixoto

By Luísa Peixoto

Located in PT

Coffee table set in mirror. Smaller coffee table dimensions (in): 18 x 18 x H 18. Bespoke / customizable Identical shapes with different sizes and finishings. All RAL colors...

Category

2010s Portuguese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mirror

Vintage Glass Folding Tea / Bistro Tables, Set of 2
Vintage Glass Folding Tea / Bistro Tables, Set of 2

Vintage Glass Folding Tea / Bistro Tables, Set of 2

Located in Denver, CO

Unattributed. Believed to be Mid Century Modern Thin, Solid metal frames in matte black. Bases have a central pin hinge-point allowing them to fold flat. The textured glass tops are...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Steel

Oriental Asian Hardwood Tea Table with Set of Four Seats
Oriental Asian Hardwood Tea Table with Set of Four Seats

Oriental Asian Hardwood Tea Table with Set of Four Seats

Located in Pulborough, GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Oriental Asian hardwood tea table with four seats. We have lightly restored this by cleaning it, hand waxed and hand polishing the t...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Hardwood

19thc French Rennaisance Revival Carved Center Table + Pair Chairs  Set of 3 pcs
19thc French Rennaisance Revival Carved Center Table + Pair Chairs  Set of 3 pcs

19thc French Rennaisance Revival Carved Center Table + Pair Chairs Set of 3 pcs

Located in Opa Locka, FL

19thc French Rennaisance Revival Oak Tea Table Set. 3 pieces, 1 tea table and Pair of matching Chairs.

Category

Antique 1860s French Renaissance Revival Center Tables

Materials

Wood

Italian Chess Set and Table
Italian Chess Set and Table

Italian Chess Set and Table

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Vintage Italian enameled chess set and table. Italfama Renaissance complete chess set made of solid metal painted by hand. Colors on chess pieces are red and blue. The tallest pieces...

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Late 20th Century European Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Dinette Card Table Set by Cavalier
Mid Century Dinette Card Table Set by Cavalier

Mid Century Dinette Card Table Set by Cavalier

By Cavalier

Located in New York, NY

Chic architectural design game table and four chairs manufactured by Cavalier. Constructed of wood and tubular iron rods, the set folds down for easy storage and transportation. Soli...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Metal

Chinese Dragon Scale Table Set with Square Stools, c. 1900
Chinese Dragon Scale Table Set with Square Stools, c. 1900

Chinese Dragon Scale Table Set with Square Stools, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This early 20th century tea table and set of four stools were carved of a fine hardwood with a tight grain and beautiful, warm coloring.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Boin-Taburet & Faberge-8pc 950 Sterling Silver Tea Set + 6 Faberge Egg Cups
Boin-Taburet & Faberge-8pc 950 Sterling Silver Tea Set + 6 Faberge Egg Cups

Boin-Taburet & Faberge-8pc 950 Sterling Silver Tea Set + 6 Faberge Egg Cups

By Boin-Taburet, Limoges

Located in Wilmington, DE

They did not merely produce isolated objects but rather ensembles - complete tea sets, table services, and toilette sets - that created a unified aesthetic experience.

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Antique Late 19th Century Louis XVI Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Set of 3 Black Lacquer Art Deco Walnut Bistro Coffee Table, 20th Century
Set of 3 Black Lacquer Art Deco Walnut Bistro Coffee Table, 20th Century

Set of 3 Black Lacquer Art Deco Walnut Bistro Coffee Table, 20th Century

Located in Lisbon, PT

A set of three Art Deco black color Walnut Bistro Coffee and Cocktail Table, crafted from 20th-century walnut wood inspired by the Art Deco style.

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20th Century French Art Deco Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Walnut

Set of Two Mughal Side Tables in White Marble by Paul Mathieu
Set of Two Mughal Side Tables in White Marble by Paul Mathieu

Set of Two Mughal Side Tables in White Marble by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

"Inspired by the elegant design elements of the palaces of Mughal India, and the technique of stone inlay - pacchikari. Solid blocks of marble are hollowed out and hand carved into t...

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2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Marble

Set of 2 21st Century Lincoln  Bedside table  Marquina Marble by Porus
Set of 2 21st Century Lincoln  Bedside table  Marquina Marble by Porus

Set of 2 21st Century Lincoln Bedside table Marquina Marble by Porus

Located in RIO TINTO, PT

Honoring Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, an American national monument was born, the Lincoln Memorial. The building is in the form of a Greek Doric temple a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Resin Cast Abalone Shell Round Top Outdoor Table 4 Cane Back  Chairs Iron Set
Resin Cast Abalone Shell Round Top Outdoor Table 4 Cane Back  Chairs Iron Set

Resin Cast Abalone Shell Round Top Outdoor Table 4 Cane Back Chairs Iron Set

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Resin Cast Abalone Shell Round Top Outdoor Table 4 Cane Back Chairs Wrought Iron Dining Set MINT

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Elegant 1950s Vintage Tea Set
Elegant 1950s Vintage Tea Set

Elegant 1950s Vintage Tea Set

Located in Manzano, IT

Gorgeous conversation/tea room dating from the 1950s, made entirely of fine cherry wood. The set is distinguished by fine craftsmanship, with high-quality inlays on the table top and...

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Antique 19th Century Baroque Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Cherry

Set of Six English Oak Faux Bamboo Six-Splat Ladder Back Chairs with Rush Seats
Set of Six English Oak Faux Bamboo Six-Splat Ladder Back Chairs with Rush Seats

Set of Six English Oak Faux Bamboo Six-Splat Ladder Back Chairs with Rush Seats

Located in Germantown, MD

Rare Custom Set of Six English Oak Faux Bamboo frame and Mahogany Six-Splat Ladder Back Chairs with Rush Seats. It is extremely rare to find the six splat ladder back. An antiqued wo...

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20th Century American British Colonial Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Faux Bamboo, Mahogany, Oak

19th Century English Rosewood Teapoy Table
19th Century English Rosewood Teapoy Table

19th Century English Rosewood Teapoy Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

During this period, it was not only important for the Upper Class to show off their imported Tea from India or Ceylon, in a Tea Caddy that could lock, but also to keep it safe from p...

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Antique 19th Century English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Hardwood

« Tea for Two Bistro » set by by Chung Myungchul for Lister Lutyens - 1990s
« Tea for Two Bistro » set by by Chung Myungchul for Lister Lutyens - 1990s

« Tea for Two Bistro » set by by Chung Myungchul for Lister Lutyens - 1990s

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Modern side table - England furniture - 1990s Materials : Steel - Teak Measures : 60x60cm H:73 cm - Table top : Ø 51cm Place of Origin: England Period: 20th Century Date of Manufact...

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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Steel

Solid soapstone brutalist dark green tea table with five stools (China, 1980s)
Solid soapstone brutalist dark green tea table with five stools (China, 1980s)

Solid soapstone brutalist dark green tea table with five stools (China, 1980s)

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Originally designed as an outdoor tea table, this set transitions seamlessly indoors as a statement centerpiece.

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Vintage 1970s Chinese Brutalist Dining Room Sets

Materials

Soapstone

Vintage Hand-Painted Porcelain Cup and Saucer from the Royal Porcelain Factory
Vintage Hand-Painted Porcelain Cup and Saucer from the Royal Porcelain Factory

Vintage Hand-Painted Porcelain Cup and Saucer from the Royal Porcelain Factory

Located in PARIS, FR

This charming vintage porcelain cup and saucer set, crafted in the 1950s, is a delightful piece for collectors and enthusiasts alike. The fine porcelain showcases exquisite hand-pain...

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20th Century Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique French Sarreguemines Milk Jug, Early 1900s
Antique French Sarreguemines Milk Jug, Early 1900s

Antique French Sarreguemines Milk Jug, Early 1900s

Located in PARIS, FR

Discover the timeless charm of this antique milk jug, crafted in the early 1900s by the renowned French ceramic maker Sarreguemines. Made of fine faience, this piece is a testament t...

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20th Century Tea Sets

Materials

Faience

Set of 2 Paradosso Tea Table and Coffee Table
Set of 2 Paradosso Tea Table and Coffee Table

Set of 2 Paradosso Tea Table and Coffee Table

By Hebanon Fratelli Basile

Located in Milan, IT

This enthralling set of a coffee table (H50 x Ø50 cm) and tea table (H70 x Ø75 cm) belongs to the Paradosso Collection.

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2010s Italian Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Wood

Set of Five Antique 18-Karat Porcelain Table Tea Limouge and Signed Osborne
Set of Five Antique 18-Karat Porcelain Table Tea Limouge and Signed Osborne

Set of Five Antique 18-Karat Porcelain Table Tea Limouge and Signed Osborne

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Set of five 18-karat plated porcelain table tea set with bowl, creamer, sugar, large sugar dish signed Osborne with Candlestick signed Limouge.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Gold Plate

Roberts & Belk Sheffield Large Silver Circular Half fluted Container 1910
Roberts & Belk Sheffield Large Silver Circular Half fluted Container 1910

Roberts & Belk Sheffield Large Silver Circular Half fluted Container 1910

Located in CA, CA

Originally intended as a biscuit barrel this reeded cylindrical caddy would grace any table set for tea and any table as just a beautiful object.

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Early 20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver

Chinese Painted Clothing Trunk, c. 1850
Chinese Painted Clothing Trunk, c. 1850

Chinese Painted Clothing Trunk, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

We love the close attention to detail - such as the embroidered trim of their pants, the shaded folds of their robes, and the petite tea cups set upon the table. The surrounding pai...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture

Materials

Pine

Silver Plated Oval Serving Tray
Silver Plated Oval Serving Tray

Silver Plated Oval Serving Tray

Located in Vista, CA

The company turns to arts of the table; coffee and tea sets silver plated metal or silver cutlery.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate

Contemporary female artist watercolor flowers still life colorful signed
Contemporary female artist watercolor flowers still life colorful signed

Contemporary female artist watercolor flowers still life colorful signed

By Alicia Czechowski

Located in Milwaukee, WI

This painting depicts a table set for tea in front of a red background, possibly recalling masterpieces of modern art like Henri Matisse's "Red Room". 10 1/2" x 11" art 20" x 20 1/4...

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1960s Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Trolley Table Side Table Trolley Bar Gold Inlaid Tea
Trolley Table Side Table Trolley Bar Gold Inlaid Tea

Trolley Table Side Table Trolley Bar Gold Inlaid Tea

Located in Lage, DE

Gorgeous Teewagen For sales is a beautiful exclusive tea car with great Intarsia Dimensions: Height 66cm, width 73cm, depth 45cm - Normal age-related use tracks, see photos ...

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1990s Tea Sets

Early 1900s Rustic Hickory Dining Set by Old Hickory Furniture Co.
Early 1900s Rustic Hickory Dining Set by Old Hickory Furniture Co.

Early 1900s Rustic Hickory Dining Set by Old Hickory Furniture Co.

By Old Hickory Furniture Company

Located in Black Rock, CT

Timeless craftsmanship meets rustic charm in this rare early 20th-century dining set, attributed to the iconic Old Hickory Furniture Company of Martinsville, Indiana. Known for outfi...

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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Hickory

Late 19th Century Japanese Tea Table With Four Chairs - Set of 5
Late 19th Century Japanese Tea Table With Four Chairs - Set of 5

Late 19th Century Japanese Tea Table With Four Chairs - Set of 5

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Japanese Tea Table with seating for four. Ebonized with gold highlighted carving of birds and mountains. Preserved patina - worn painted surface has been polished and preserved Table...

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Dining Room Sets

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Hues Cotton Tea Towels or Napkins in Orange, Set of Two
Contemporary Hues Cotton Tea Towels or Napkins in Orange, Set of Two

Contemporary Hues Cotton Tea Towels or Napkins in Orange, Set of Two

By Rive Roshan

Located in Amsterdam, NL

These kitchen cloths can be used as tea towels, place mats, wrapping cloths or table runners.

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2010s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Cotton

Contemporary Hues Cotton Tea Towels or Napkins in Green, Set of 2
Contemporary Hues Cotton Tea Towels or Napkins in Green, Set of 2

Contemporary Hues Cotton Tea Towels or Napkins in Green, Set of 2

By Rive Roshan

Located in Amsterdam, NL

These kitchen cloths can be used as tea towels, place mats, wrapping cloths or table runners.

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2010s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Cotton

Fuego Round Dining Table with Green Tea Ash Top by Powell & Bonnell
Fuego Round Dining Table with Green Tea Ash Top by Powell & Bonnell

Fuego Round Dining Table with Green Tea Ash Top by Powell & Bonnell

By Powell & Bonnell

Located in New York, NY

Round dining table with a wood top, supported on a hand formed bisected round steel cone base. Shown with a green tea ashwood top and sheer black base. Other top options incl...

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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Steel

Pirkka Table and Chairs by Ilmari Taplovaara
Pirkka Table and Chairs by Ilmari Taplovaara

Pirkka Table and Chairs by Ilmari Taplovaara

By Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Would make a great game table or children's dining room table, tea table, etc.

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Vintage 1970s Finnish Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Lacquer, Wood

Off White 10 - Still life table setting w/ pumpkins & plant, white tea set
Off White 10 - Still life table setting w/ pumpkins & plant, white tea set

Off White 10 - Still life table setting w/ pumpkins & plant, white tea set

Located in Houston, TX

"Off White 8" by photographer Yelena Strokin is an elegant still life table setting featuring two white pumpkin gourds and the remnants of a plant alongside a white porcelain tea set.

Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Nest of Fine Quality Quartetto Tea Tables Mahogany
Nest of Fine Quality Quartetto Tea Tables Mahogany

Nest of Fine Quality Quartetto Tea Tables Mahogany

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Regency Quartetto nest of tables set four - English Regency nest of Quartetto tea tables - Set of four in mahogany - Great for a drinks party as you can pull them out as need...

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Vintage 1920s Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Asian Modern Gaming Table Set with Round Tea Table and Corduroy Stools
Vintage Asian Modern Gaming Table Set with Round Tea Table and Corduroy Stools

Vintage Asian Modern Gaming Table Set with Round Tea Table and Corduroy Stools

By Hans Olsen

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Vintage 1970s gaming table set with four stools and round table. Use this piece as a coffee table with extra seating neatly stowed below.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Metal

French Gilt Two-Tiered Tea Table
French Gilt Two-Tiered Tea Table

French Gilt Two-Tiered Tea Table

By Gustave Keller Freres

Located in New Orleans, LA

This exquisite tea table by celebrated Parisian silversmith Gustave Keller is an extraordinary example of superior French craftsmanship.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Tea Sets

Materials

Silver, Bronze

Spanish Table and Chairs Set
Spanish Table and Chairs Set

Spanish Table and Chairs Set

Located in Dallas, TX

Well made Spanish table and set of six chairs. From Spain, circa 1880. Measurements: Table - 43'' W x 62'' L x 29'' H.  

Category

Antique 19th Century Spanish Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Oak

Aldo Tura Gable Table Set
Aldo Tura Gable Table Set

Aldo Tura Gable Table Set

Sold|$5,200 / set

Aldo Tura Gable Table Set

By Aldo Tura

Located in Red Lion, PA

Game table, consisting of table and 4 chairs in walnut and enameled parchment, decorated with Neapolitan papers, seat of the chairs in fabric Signed under the table top. Stunning gam...

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Vintage 1950s Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Walnut, Parchment Paper

Set of Faux Bamboo Chairs and Table
Set of Faux Bamboo Chairs and Table

Set of Faux Bamboo Chairs and Table

Located in Sheffield, MA

Set of 4 chairs and square table in faux bamboo motif. Extremely attractive and versatile. Table base can easily accommodate larger glass top to suit needs. Perfect as breakfast o...

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20th Century American Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 3 Wooden Coffee Tables of Varying Sizes from the 1950s
Set of 3 Wooden Coffee Tables of Varying Sizes from the 1950s

Set of 3 Wooden Coffee Tables of Varying Sizes from the 1950s

Located in Manzano, IT

Set of 3 Wooden Coffee Tables of Varying Sizes from the 1950s Elevate your living space with this stunning set of three mid-century wooden coffee tables from the 1950s. With their c...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Wood

John Widdicomb Game, Dining, Card Table and Chairs Set, Mid-Century Modern
John Widdicomb Game, Dining, Card Table and Chairs Set, Mid-Century Modern

John Widdicomb Game, Dining, Card Table and Chairs Set, Mid-Century Modern

By John Widdicomb

Located in Stamford, CT

John Widdicomb Game, Dining, Card, Game Table and Chairs Set, Mid Century Modern, This recently lacquered mint green card or breakfast table and four matching side chairs is ready to...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Wood

Set of Three Low Brass Directoire Style Chairs with Round Capiz Shell Top Table
Set of Three Low Brass Directoire Style Chairs with Round Capiz Shell Top Table

Set of Three Low Brass Directoire Style Chairs with Round Capiz Shell Top Table

Located in Southampton, NY

Set of three brass Directoire style chairs with round Capiz shell top table. Unusual low table and chairs set made of brass. Table top made of capiz shells. One capiz shell is missin...

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Late 20th Century American Directoire Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Brass

Kristian Vedel Midcentury Black Leather Danish Game Set for Soren Willadsen
Kristian Vedel Midcentury Black Leather Danish Game Set for Soren Willadsen

Kristian Vedel Midcentury Black Leather Danish Game Set for Soren Willadsen

By Kristian Solmer Vedel

Located in Barcelona, Cataluna

1960 Kristian Vedel modus gaming set of table and chairs Amazing wood and leather dining or gaming set made in 1960 by Kristian Vedel for Soren Willadsen.  

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Rupert Spira Yellow Stoneware Table Articles, 10
Rupert Spira Yellow Stoneware Table Articles, 10

Rupert Spira Yellow Stoneware Table Articles, 10

By Rupert Spira

Located in Astoria, NY

Rupert Spira (English, b. 1960) Set of 10 Yellow Glazed Stoneware Table Articles, comprising: (5) five small coffee cups and (5) five saucers, each marked "RS" to the underside. Over...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Tea Sets

Materials

Stoneware

Modern Marble Coffee Table By Florence Knoll - USA 1970
Modern Marble Coffee Table By Florence Knoll - USA 1970

Modern Marble Coffee Table By Florence Knoll - USA 1970

By Florence Knoll

Located in Girona, Girona

Coffee table with square base in nickel-plated steel topped with a beautiful black-gray white Carrara marble. Model by Florence Knoll. United States c. 1970

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Carrara Marble, Steel

Vintage Moroccan Tea Ceremony Table Set - Folding Table Set - 80s
Vintage Moroccan Tea Ceremony Table Set - Folding Table Set - 80s

Vintage Moroccan Tea Ceremony Table Set - Folding Table Set - 80s

Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine

The plate rests upon a beautifully carved folding base with six legs, each detailed with hand-painted, dark motifs. Accompanying the table is a tea set that includes the decorated ac...

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Vintage 1980s Moroccan Moorish Serving Tables

Materials

Metal

Baroque Revival Seating Set with Tea Table, Austria, circa 1870
Baroque Revival Seating Set with Tea Table, Austria, circa 1870

Baroque Revival Seating Set with Tea Table, Austria, circa 1870

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Charming Baroque Revival seating set with small tea table out of Austria. Dating back to circa 1870 this so-called "Pfeiferl Baroque" set consists of two lovely processed chairs and ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Baroque Revival Coffee and Cocktail T...

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

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Tea Table Set For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the tea table set you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, wood and fabric, every tea table set was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a tea table set — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right tea table set, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Nouveau and Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made tea table set over the years, but those crafted by Giancarlo Piretti, Paolo Buffa and Cavalier are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Tea Table Set?

The average selling price for a tea table set at 1stDibs is $2,521, while they’re typically $750 on the low end and $64,500 for the highest priced.
Questions About Tea Table Set
  • 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.

    Find antique tea sets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Tea tables have different names across various regions and cultures. Japanese tea tables are called chabudai, and British tea tables are sometimes called teapoys. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and contemporary tea tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese tea table is a piece of furniture traditionally used in China for preparing and serving tea. It usually held a pump for drawing water and a basin for washing teacups and pots. The top doubled as a surface for resting teacups in between sips. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Chinese tea tables.
  • 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.
  • 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 ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What a sofa set table is called depends on its size and design. A sofa set most often includes a low table designed to be placed in front of the sofa. These tables are usually called coffee tables. However, a set may also contain smaller, taller tables for positioning on either end of the couch. This type of table is an end table or side table. In addition, a sofa set may provide a sofa table or console table, which is a taller, longer table that is often placed behind a sofa. Shop a selection of sofa sets and accent tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    The five main table settings are basic, informal, formal, five-course and buffet. Basic is for everyday dining and includes one fork, one spoon, one knife and one plate. An informal place setting usually adds a salad fork and a soup spoon, as well as a bread plate and a knife. All of these elements go into a formal setting, and hosts typically add dessert forks and spoons. Five-course place settings will usually include special silverware for the fish course and may also feature additional glasses for wine pairings. For buffets, silverware often gets grouped together in decorative containers or rolled in napkins for guests to take as they make their way along the buffet line. Find a wide range of tableware and silverware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The best toddler table and chair set is really a matter of preference. The good news is that a lot of furniture designers have made furnishings specifically for children over the years, so you should be able to find the seating and table you need. Shop antique and vintage children’s table and chair sets and other children’s furniture on 1stDibs.