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Vintage French Mugs

20th Century French Modernist Signed Oil Still Life Apple & Mug
20th Century French Modernist Signed Oil Still Life Apple & Mug

20th Century French Modernist Signed Oil Still Life Apple & Mug

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

French School, late 20th century signed oil painting on canvas, unframed canvas: 13 x 16 inches provenance: private collection, France condition: very good and sound condition

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Late 20th Century Modern Vintage French Mugs

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Canvas, Oil

French Modernist Still Life with Bottle, Checked Mug and Oil Lamp
French Modernist Still Life with Bottle, Checked Mug and Oil Lamp

French Modernist Still Life with Bottle, Checked Mug and Oil Lamp

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

French Modernist Still Life with Bottle, Checked Mug and Oil Lamp by Laure Noetzin-Azam (French 1929-2024) pupil of André LHOTE oil on canvas, unframed canvas: 13 x 16 inches Provena...

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Mid-20th Century Cubist Vintage French Mugs

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Oil

Robert Picault Vallauris Set of Six Ceramic Mugs, France, circa 1960
Robert Picault Vallauris Set of Six Ceramic Mugs, France, circa 1960

Robert Picault Vallauris Set of Six Ceramic Mugs, France, circa 1960

By Robert Picault

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

A vibrant and rare set of six French ceramic mugs created by celebrated artist and ceramicist Robert Picault in Vallauris, on the French Riviera, circa 1960.

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1960s French French Provincial Vintage French Mugs

Materials

Enamel

Vallauris, France. Set of eight unique ceramic mugs. Approx. 1970
Vallauris, France. Set of eight unique ceramic mugs. Approx. 1970

Vallauris, France. Set of eight unique ceramic mugs. Approx. 1970

Located in København, Copenhagen

Vallauris, France. A set of eight unique ceramic mugs. Polychrome glaze.

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1970s French Modern Vintage French Mugs

Materials

Ceramic

Vallauris, France, Coffee Pot, Lidded Bowl and a Coffee Mug
Vallauris, France, Coffee Pot, Lidded Bowl and a Coffee Mug

Vallauris, France, Coffee Pot, Lidded Bowl and a Coffee Mug

Located in København, Copenhagen

Vallauris, France, coffee pot, lidded bowl and a coffee mug.

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1960s French Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Louis Damon Pair of Mugs Art Deco French, circa 1900
Louis Damon Pair of Mugs Art Deco French, circa 1900

Louis Damon Pair of Mugs Art Deco French, circa 1900

Located in Madrid, ES

Louis Damon pair of mugs Art Deco French, circa 1900 in gummed glass, vegetalist decoration with gilt.

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20th Century French Art Deco Vintage French Mugs

Materials

Art Glass

Roger Capron Ceramic Mug and Bowl Set, Vallauris, French Riviera, 1950
Roger Capron Ceramic Mug and Bowl Set, Vallauris, French Riviera, 1950

Roger Capron Ceramic Mug and Bowl Set, Vallauris, French Riviera, 1950

By Vallauris, Roger Capron

Located in London, England

Dimensions: Mug Diameter 8.5 cm and 8 cm high Roger Capron, Pablo Picasso, Robert Picault, Jacques Blin, Jean Cocteau, Roger Collet, Jean Derval, Madoura, Alexandre Kostanda, Jean G...

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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Postmodern Black Octagon Milk Glass Mugs, Set of 4, Octime by Arcoroc, France
Postmodern Black Octagon Milk Glass Mugs, Set of 4, Octime by Arcoroc, France

Postmodern Black Octagon Milk Glass Mugs, Set of 4, Octime by Arcoroc, France

By Arcoroc

Located in Fairfield, CA

Made in France by Arcoroc in the "Octime" pattern. Each mug measures 4.25"wide x 2.75" deep x 3.75" tall.

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1980s French Post-Modern Vintage French Mugs

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Milk Glass

Jacques blin green ceramic mugs 50/60 - G484
Jacques blin green ceramic mugs 50/60 - G484

Jacques blin green ceramic mugs 50/60 - G484

By Jacques Blin

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Duo of ceramic mugs by the French artist Jacques Blin from the 60s.

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Mugs

Materials

Ceramic

Christian Dior Casablanca Mug Fine China Porcelain Japan (Chipped)
Christian Dior Casablanca Mug Fine China Porcelain Japan (Chipped)

Christian Dior Casablanca Mug Fine China Porcelain Japan (Chipped)

By Christian Dior

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Christian Dior "Casablanca" Fine China 24K Gold Trim porcelain mug. The mug has a small chip at the top rim and needs restoration. The “Casablanca” pattern features an Art Deco inspi...

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20th Century French Art Deco Vintage French Mugs

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Porcelain

Jean Cocteau Original Edition Ceramic Mug "Le Chevalier", 1959
Jean Cocteau Original Edition Ceramic Mug "Le Chevalier", 1959

Jean Cocteau Original Edition Ceramic Mug "Le Chevalier", 1959

By Jean Cocteau

Located in Paris, FR

Jean Cocteau ceramic mug - "Le chevalier" from 1959 Edition originale Madeline & Jolly . Red earthenware with red / black /green engobe and brown oxyde . Measures: H 10 cm x L...

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1950s French Art Deco Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Christian Dior Casablanca Mug Fine China Porcelain Japan with Chip
Christian Dior Casablanca Mug Fine China Porcelain Japan with Chip

Christian Dior Casablanca Mug Fine China Porcelain Japan with Chip

By Christian Dior

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Christian Dior "Casablanca" Fine China 24K Gold Trim porcelain mug. The mug has a small chip at the top and needs restoration. The “Casablanca” pattern features an Art Deco inspired ...

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1980s French Vintage French Mugs

1960s Ceramic Orangeade Set with Pitcher and Mugs, Freeform Design, Vallauris
1960s Ceramic Orangeade Set with Pitcher and Mugs, Freeform Design, Vallauris

1960s Ceramic Orangeade Set with Pitcher and Mugs, Freeform Design, Vallauris

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Keywords: 1960s ceramic orangeade set, Vallauris-style pitcher and mugs, French vintage pottery, mid-century modern ceramics, organic freeform design, blue and brown ceramic set, art...

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1960s French Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Roger Capron - Set of 4 Ceramic Mugs with Cobblestones
Roger Capron - Set of 4 Ceramic Mugs with Cobblestones

Roger Capron - Set of 4 Ceramic Mugs with Cobblestones

By Roger Capron

Located in Stratford, CT

Set of 4 cups with cobblestones Signed by Roger Capron. Vallauris, France. Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of recurring mo...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Roger Capron - Set of 8 Ceramic Mugs with Abstract Motif
Roger Capron - Set of 8 Ceramic Mugs with Abstract Motif

Roger Capron - Set of 8 Ceramic Mugs with Abstract Motif

By Roger Capron

Located in Stratford, CT

Set of 8 vintage mugs. The price is for 8 cups. Roger capron signed Vallauris, France.

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Large Patterned Mug On Matte Blue Glaze, By Jean De Lespinasse, 1950s / 1960s
Large Patterned Mug On Matte Blue Glaze, By Jean De Lespinasse, 1950s / 1960s

Large Patterned Mug On Matte Blue Glaze, By Jean De Lespinasse, 1950s / 1960s

By Jean De Lespinasse

Located in MOUGINS, FR

A large blue matte enameled ceramic mug made in Nice in the 1950s/1960s, signed by the artist Jean de Lespinasse (1896-1979) on the "JDL" base.

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Grandjean-Jourdan "Faux Bois" Pitcher and 8 Mugs in Brown tones, Vallauris
Grandjean-Jourdan "Faux Bois" Pitcher and 8 Mugs in Brown tones, Vallauris

Grandjean-Jourdan "Faux Bois" Pitcher and 8 Mugs in Brown tones, Vallauris

By Grandjean Jourdan, Vallauris

Located in Stockholm, SE

Grandjean-Jourdan was a prominent ceramic workshop in Vallauris, active during this golden age. The workshop was known for its craftsmanship and production of innovative, high-qualit...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Black and Brown Design Set of 6 Ceramic Coffee Mugs or Bowls by Pierre Digan
Black and Brown Design Set of 6 Ceramic Coffee Mugs or Bowls by Pierre Digan

Black and Brown Design Set of 6 Ceramic Coffee Mugs or Bowls by Pierre Digan

By Pierre Digan

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

Pierre Digan Realised circa 1970 Set of 6 ceramics mugs or coffee cup by French designer Original perfect condition Black ceramic glaze color Measures: Height : 6 cm ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

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Set of 6 Vallauris Handmade Mugs by Antoine Fazio, 1950s France
Set of 6 Vallauris Handmade Mugs by Antoine Fazio, 1950s France

Set of 6 Vallauris Handmade Mugs by Antoine Fazio, 1950s France

By Antoine Fazio

Located in Noorderwijk, BE

Set of six handmade vintage mugs by Antoine Fazio in the well-known pottery town of Vallauris in the South of France.

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Mid-20th Century French Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Faux Bois Mug & Cups by Grandjean Jourdan Vallauris Ceramics France 1960's
Faux Bois Mug & Cups by Grandjean Jourdan Vallauris Ceramics France 1960's

Faux Bois Mug & Cups by Grandjean Jourdan Vallauris Ceramics France 1960's

By Vallauris, Grandjean Jourdan

Located in Antwerpen, BE

Introducing the timeless elegance of the Faux Bois Mug & Cups, designed by the visionary Grandjean Jourdan and meticulously crafted by Vallauris Ceramics in France during the 1960s.

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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Yellow Carafe Set with 5 Mugs in Glazed Ceramic, France 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Yellow Carafe Set with 5 Mugs in Glazed Ceramic, France 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Yellow Carafe Set with 5 Mugs in Glazed Ceramic, France 1970s

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid-Century Modern yellow carafe set with 5 Mugs in Glazed Ceramic, France 1970s. Lovely French Carafe Set with 5 Mugs in wonderful glazed ceramic, signed mc, from the 70s.

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Hermès White Rare Limited Mug and Tray Set 232649
Hermès White Rare Limited Mug and Tray Set 232649

Hermès White Rare Limited Mug and Tray Set 232649

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H 1 in W 3.75 in L 3 in

Hermès White Rare Limited Mug and Tray Set 232649

By Hermès

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Made In: France Measurements: Length: 3" Height: 3.75" Tray: 3.2"x 3.2" Porcelain OVERALL ________ CONDITION ( 9.9/10 or _ ) Signs of Wear: Light sign of use. This item does not co...

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20th Century French Vintage French Mugs

Hermès White Rare Limited Peony Les Pivoines Mug 233064
Hermès White Rare Limited Peony Les Pivoines Mug 233064

Hermès White Rare Limited Peony Les Pivoines Mug 233064

By Hermès

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Made In: France Measurements: Length: 3" Height: 2" OVERALL EXCELLENT CONDITION ( 9/10 or A ) Signs of Wear: Light marks on the bottom from light use. This item does not come with a...

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20th Century French Vintage French Mugs

1950  Vallauris Set of Four Beer Mugs Designed by André Baud
1950  Vallauris Set of Four Beer Mugs Designed by André Baud

1950 Vallauris Set of Four Beer Mugs Designed by André Baud

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H 4.73 in W 5.52 in D 3.94 in

1950 Vallauris Set of Four Beer Mugs Designed by André Baud

By André Baud

Located in Paris, ile de france

Stamped Vallauris on each piece André BAUD 1903-1986 France The Set of the 4 MUGS is listed at 360 $ Size of the Beer Mugs :14x10x12cm High(5.5”x4”x5uin high

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1950s French Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

20th Century Set of 6 Jacques Pouchain Mugs for Dieulefit Workshop 1950
20th Century Set of 6 Jacques Pouchain Mugs for Dieulefit Workshop 1950

20th Century Set of 6 Jacques Pouchain Mugs for Dieulefit Workshop 1950

By Jacques Pouchain and Atelier Dielufit, Jacques Pouchain

Located in Saint Rémy de Provence, FR

20th century set of 6 Jacques Pouchain mugs for Dieulefit workshop 1950 with geometric decorations. Signature under the base.

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Vintage French Ceramic Decorative Mug by Le Mûrier 'circa 1960s'
Vintage French Ceramic Decorative Mug by Le Mûrier 'circa 1960s'

Vintage French Ceramic Decorative Mug by Le Mûrier 'circa 1960s'

By Le Murier

Located in London, GB

Vintage French ceramic decorative mug by Le Mûrier (circa 1960s).

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1960s French Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Vintage French Cobalt Blue Cut Glass Mugs with Floral Motif - France Set of 8
Vintage French Cobalt Blue Cut Glass Mugs with Floral Motif - France Set of 8

Vintage French Cobalt Blue Cut Glass Mugs with Floral Motif - France Set of 8

By Arcoroc

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A set of eight faceted cobalt blue royal sapphire tea or coffee mugs. This set is made in France, and created from a deep blue glass.

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20th Century French Art Deco Vintage French Mugs

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Glass, Cut Glass

French Ceramist, Four Small Coffee Mugs with Saucers in Glazed Stoneware
French Ceramist, Four Small Coffee Mugs with Saucers in Glazed Stoneware

French Ceramist, Four Small Coffee Mugs with Saucers in Glazed Stoneware

Located in København, Copenhagen

French ceramist. Four small coffee mugs with saucers in glazed stoneware.

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Mid-20th Century French Scandinavian Modern Vintage French Mugs

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Stoneware

Ceramic Mug by Roger Capron
Ceramic Mug by Roger Capron

Ceramic Mug by Roger Capron

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H 6 in Dm 4.5 in

Ceramic Mug by Roger Capron

By Roger Capron

Located in Stratford, CT

Glazed ceramic mug from Roger Capron's "Collection Rouge", signed

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1950s French Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Cute mug by Roger Capron, ceramic and "navette" motifs, France circa 1960
Cute mug by Roger Capron, ceramic and "navette" motifs, France circa 1960

Cute mug by Roger Capron, ceramic and "navette" motifs, France circa 1960

By Roger Capron

Located in NICE, FR

Despite this flaw, the mug remains a fine example of Capron’s decorative approach and design legacy, appreciated both as a collectible and as a relic of French ceramic artistry.

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Roger Capron Four Glazed Ceramic Mugs
Roger Capron Four Glazed Ceramic Mugs

Roger Capron Four Glazed Ceramic Mugs

By Roger Capron

Located in Geneva, CH

Set of 4 glazed ceramic mugs by Roger Capron

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1950s French Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Keramos Ceramic Mugs and Oak Tray in Light Green Turquoise, France, 1950s
Keramos Ceramic Mugs and Oak Tray in Light Green Turquoise, France, 1950s

Keramos Ceramic Mugs and Oak Tray in Light Green Turquoise, France, 1950s

By Kéramos

Located in Berlin, DE

Very cute set of two green/ brown Keramos ceramic mugs and oak tray in good condition.

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic, Oak

Mugs Roger Capron en céramique Francaise 1970 French Riviera Vallauris lot de 6
Mugs Roger Capron en céramique Francaise 1970 French Riviera Vallauris lot de 6

Mugs Roger Capron en céramique Francaise 1970 French Riviera Vallauris lot de 6

By Roger Capron

Located in London, England

Un cheveu à signaler à l'intérieur d'un mug, visible sur une photo. Roger Capron (1922 -2006) remporte en 1970 le Grand Prix International de la Céramique.

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1970s French French Provincial Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Pair of Henriot Quimper Faience Coffee Mugs
Pair of Henriot Quimper Faience Coffee Mugs

Pair of Henriot Quimper Faience Coffee Mugs

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H 4.5 in W 5.5 in D 3.5 in

Pair of Henriot Quimper Faience Coffee Mugs

By Henriot Quimper

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Beautiful pair of Henriot Quimper Faience coffee mugs with the traditional Breton figures male and female on either mugs. In excellent vintage condition with virtually no wear, minor...

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1980s French French Provincial Vintage French Mugs

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Faience

1970s Set of Two Fancy Gold Leaf Glass Demitasse Turkish Tea Mugs Arcoroc France
1970s Set of Two Fancy Gold Leaf Glass Demitasse Turkish Tea Mugs Arcoroc France

1970s Set of Two Fancy Gold Leaf Glass Demitasse Turkish Tea Mugs Arcoroc France

By Arcoroc

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Set of Two Fancy Gold Leaf Glass Demitasse Turkish Tea Mugs Arcoroc France 3.63 h x 3 d x 2.25 w Original vintage condition.

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Mugs

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Glass

Copper and Antler Pitcher and 6 Mugs
Copper and Antler Pitcher and 6 Mugs

Copper and Antler Pitcher and 6 Mugs

Located in Houston, TX

Enjoy Octoberfest with this beautiful Copper and Antler Pitcher and accompanying set of 6 mugs. Perfect for the at home bartender to create the most amazing Moscow Mule. This unique ...

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Mid-20th Century French Vintage French Mugs

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Copper

Vallauris Faux Bois Ceramic Pitcher with Six Mugs
Vallauris Faux Bois Ceramic Pitcher with Six Mugs

Vallauris Faux Bois Ceramic Pitcher with Six Mugs

By Grandjean Jourdan

Located in Troy, MI

French ceramic lemonade set with pitcher and six mugs in faux bois glaze attributed to Grandjean Jourdan, circa 1960.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Set of Faux Bois Ceramic Pitcher and Mugs by Grandjean Jourdan
Set of Faux Bois Ceramic Pitcher and Mugs by Grandjean Jourdan

Set of Faux Bois Ceramic Pitcher and Mugs by Grandjean Jourdan

By Grandjean Jourdan

Located in New York City, NY

Faux bois ceramic set by Grandjean Jourdan, includes a pitcher and six mugs, France, 20th century.

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20th Century French Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Eugene Oge, Original Vintage Beer Poster, Biere du Lion, Tankard, Mug, 1905
Eugene Oge, Original Vintage Beer Poster, Biere du Lion, Tankard, Mug, 1905

Eugene Oge, Original Vintage Beer Poster, Biere du Lion, Tankard, Mug, 1905

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Original Vintage Poster, Eugene Oge, Biere du lion, Beer, Tankard, Mug, 1905 The “Bière du lion” (beer of the lion) is a brand of French beer created by the breweries Richard Frères.

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20th Century French Art Nouveau Vintage French Mugs

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Paper

Jacques Blin Ceramic Orangeade Set, France, Mid-1950s
Jacques Blin Ceramic Orangeade Set, France, Mid-1950s

Jacques Blin Ceramic Orangeade Set, France, Mid-1950s

By Jacques Blin

Located in Paris, FR

Jacques Blin ceramic orangeade set consisting of one pitcher and six mugs, France, mid-1950s. Dimensions indicated below are the pitcher's one.

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1950s French Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Jacques Blin Ceramic Orangeade Set, France, Mid-1950s
Jacques Blin Ceramic Orangeade Set, France, Mid-1950s

Jacques Blin Ceramic Orangeade Set, France, Mid-1950s

By Jacques Blin

Located in Paris, FR

Jacques Blin ceramic orangeade set consisting of one pitcher and six mugs, France, mid-1950s. Dimensions indicated below are the pitcher's one.

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1950s French Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Christian Dior Casablanca Mug Fine China Porcelain Japan
Christian Dior Casablanca Mug Fine China Porcelain Japan

Christian Dior Casablanca Mug Fine China Porcelain Japan

By Christian Dior

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Christian Dior "Casablanca" Fine China 24K Gold Trim porcelain mug. The “Casablanca” pattern features an Art Deco inspired repeat pattern of red collared cheetahs amidst green palm t...

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1980s French Vintage French Mugs

Rare Hermès Silk Tie for Kronenbourg Breweries Beer Mugs Pattern BNIB
Rare Hermès Silk Tie for Kronenbourg Breweries Beer Mugs Pattern BNIB

Rare Hermès Silk Tie for Kronenbourg Breweries Beer Mugs Pattern BNIB

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Exceptional Authentic Hermès Tie Designed by Hermès for the Kronenbourg Breweries Pattern: Beer Mugs and Ears of Cereals Made in France Vintage item 100% Silk Colorways: Red ba...

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Late 20th Century French Vintage French Mugs

Midcentury Set of 6 Ceramic Mugs by Francis & Josette Bonaudi for Vallauris
Midcentury Set of 6 Ceramic Mugs by Francis & Josette Bonaudi for Vallauris

Midcentury Set of 6 Ceramic Mugs by Francis & Josette Bonaudi for Vallauris

By Vallauris

Located in Doornspijk, NL

Very rare set of 6 ceramic mugs by Francis and Josette Bonaudi for Vallauris of France.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Mugs

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Ceramic

Incised Mug
Incised Mug

Incised Mug

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H 5.25 in

Incised Mug

Located in New York, NY

Signed "L'Atelier Dieulefit"

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1970s French Vintage French Mugs

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Vintage French Mugs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of vintage French mugs available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct vintage French mugs — often made from ceramic, earthenware and wood — can elevate any home. Vintage French mugs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Scandinavian Modern vintage French mugs are consistently popular styles. Vintage French mugs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Grandjean Jourdan, André Baud and Roger Capron are consistently popular.

How Much are Vintage French Mugs?

Prices for vintage French mugs start at $145 and top out at $4,200 with the average selling for $900.

Finding the Right Dining-entertaining for You

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