Arman Platters and Serveware

French, 1928-2005

Arman was born in Nice, France, in 1928, and showed a talent for painting and drawing as a child. He studied at the the Ecole Nationale des Art Décoratifs in Nice followed by studies at the École du Louvre in Paris. In his early years he focused on abstract paintings. Then, in 1957, he became interested in common objects as works of art. He first did what came to be called his "allures d"objet" (object impressions), where he would dip an object into paint and press it on canvas thus leaving the object's shadow or impression. Then he decided the object itself was worth paying attention to and started to treat them in his own way. His intention was to remove the material purpose of an object so that its only remaining function was to "feed the mind" as a work of art. What better way to achieve that result than by breaking, slicing or even burning objects such as violins, telephones, typewriters or even whole cars? He also made objects useless by accumulating them, such as 2,000 wristwatches in a Plexiglass box that all kept different time. Once emotionally detached from the circumstances associated with a broken object, the viewer could grow to appreciate its abstract beauty; so, in a sense, Arman was literally teaching that things one never thought could be regarded as attractive could indeed turn out to be so. Through this achievement, Arman gained worldwide recognition and is regarded as one of the most prolific and inventive creators of the late 20th century. His work can be found in the collections of numerous museums including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the Tate Gallery in London and the Centre Pompidou in Paris. Arman’s work has also been exhibited in galleries, museums and public spaces worldwide including the Musée D’Art Contemporain in Tehran, Iran; the Museum of Art in Tel Aviv, Israel; the Musée Des Arts Decoratifs and Opéra De Paris in France; the La Jolla Museum of Contemporary Art in California; and the Museum of Arts and Design and the Guggenheim in New York He died in 2005 in New York.

Creator: Arman

Concerto after Arman, Limited Edition, Plate Number 30 for Rosenthal

$650

Concerto after Arman, Limited Edition, Plate Number 30 for Rosenthal

By Theodore Haviland, Arman, Limoges

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

"Concerto d'apres Arman, Edition Limitee, Assiette No 30." signed and numbered in back. Concerto after Arman, Limited Edition, Plate Number 30 Porcelain platter for Haviland Limoges,...

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Late 20th Century French Modern Arman Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

Rosenthal Pompadour vintage porcelain 8 + 1

$894 / set

H 0.79 in

Rosenthal Pompadour vintage porcelain 8 + 1

By Rosenthal

Located in Uppsala , SE

Rosenthal, Germany, series Pompadour Vintage porcelain set for dessert with big round serving dish 1939-1956, according mark 1 big round plate d 33 cm ( 13”) 8 plates d 19 cm ( 7,5...

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Mid-20th Century Arman Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Kontrollstelle for Rosenthal Germany Coffee / Dessert Set 54 Pieces

$975Sale Price|25% Off

H 8.5 in Dm 5 in

Vintage Kontrollstelle for Rosenthal Germany Coffee / Dessert Set 54 Pieces

By Rosenthal

Located in Pasadena, TX

Vintage coffee set designed by Kontrollstelle for Rosenthal Germany. The porcelain set comes in a bone white and taupe colorway. A complete serving...

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Mid-20th Century German Arman Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

Mid Century Vintage Decorative Porcelain Plate, Rosenthal, Germany, 1970s

$84Sale Price|20% Off

H 1.19 in W 7.49 in D 7.49 in

Mid Century Vintage Decorative Porcelain Plate, Rosenthal, Germany, 1970s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Decorative Flowers plate from Rosenthal, Germany. Produced in 1970s. The plate is hand painted. Plate is in very good vintage condition, no damage or cracks. Original glass. Beautif...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Arman Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass

Gianni Versace for Rosenthal "Le voyage de Marco Polo" Porcelain Display Plate

$525

H 0.88 in Dm 12.13 in

Gianni Versace for Rosenthal "Le voyage de Marco Polo" Porcelain Display Plate

By Gianni Versace, Rosenthal Netter

Located in St. Louis, MO

Stunning Gianni Versace for Rosenthal, "Le voyage de Marco Polo" porcelain plate serving platter with Chinese temple in the center and peacock / camel motif. Bright colors of red, g...

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1990s German Modern Arman Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

Tapio Wirkaala "Porcelaine Noire" Dish Plate for Rosenthal Studio Linie, 1970s

$403Sale Price|20% Off

H 1.19 in Dm 11.23 in

Tapio Wirkaala "Porcelaine Noire" Dish Plate for Rosenthal Studio Linie, 1970s

By Tapio Wirkkala, Rosenthal

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

Vintage dish plate in black porcelain designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Studio Linie “Porcelaine Noire” serie with shiny and matte tone-on-tone dec...

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1970s German Post-Modern Vintage Arman Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Porcelain Tea Sets

$1,219Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 3.94 in Dm 7.49 in

Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Porcelain Tea Sets

By Rosenthal Netter, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Milano, IT

Rosenthal tea sets made of porcelain designed by Tapio Wirkkala represent the best combination of modern and traditional design. Created in 1969, Ros...

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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arman Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal. Lotus porcelain service. Two serving dishes.

$300 / set

H 0.79 in Dm 11.42 in

Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal. Lotus porcelain service. Two serving dishes.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal. Lotus porcelain service. Two serving dishes decorated with pink lotus leaves. 1980s. Round dish diameter: 29.5 cm. In ex...

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1980s German Modern Vintage Arman Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

Midcentury Work of Art Hand Painted Porcelain Plate Limited Edition by Artist

$500

H 1 in Dm 10 in

Midcentury Work of Art Hand Painted Porcelain Plate Limited Edition by Artist

By Charles Fields Haviland

Located in Miami, FL

Hand painted porcelain work of art by Contemporary Artist painter, signed by DECARIS, Limited Edition. Manufactured by Charles Fields Haviland....

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Arman Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

Rare Lino Sabattini Sculptura Flatware Set For Rosenthal 60 Pieces 70's

$8,640Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 1 in W 9 in D 2 in

Rare Lino Sabattini Sculptura Flatware Set For Rosenthal 60 Pieces 70's

By Rosenthal, Lino Sabattini

Located in North Miami, FL

This sculptural and extremely RARE set of 60 pieces of stainless steel signed Sabattini for Rosenthal flatware is so amazing. It is signed Rosenthal...

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1970s German Organic Modern Vintage Arman Platters and Serveware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Six Porcelain Plates Rosenthal Chippendale Germany Gold Flowers 1950

$1,047 / set

H 0.79 in

Six Porcelain Plates Rosenthal Chippendale Germany Gold Flowers 1950

By Rosenthal

Located in Uppsala , SE

These gorgeous Rosenthal Chippendale German plates are wonderful collection pieces! 1950s D 19,7 cm ( 7,85 inches) Rich gilt and amazing bouquet All...

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Mid-20th Century German Arman Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Rosenthal Glass Flower Plate Andy Warhol Design Barware 80's Purple, Red

$585

H 1 in Dm 12 in

Vintage Rosenthal Glass Flower Plate Andy Warhol Design Barware 80's Purple, Red

By Rosenthal, (after) Andy Warhol

Located in North Miami, FL

This iconic blown glass flower plate designed after Andy Warhol and produced by Rosenthal is from the 1980s. It came in a few different color waves...

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1980s German Modern Vintage Arman Platters and Serveware

Materials

Blown Glass

Editioned Italian Fornasetti Calendar Porcelain Plate, 2013

$400

H 1 in Dm 9.25 in

Editioned Italian Fornasetti Calendar Porcelain Plate, 2013

By Fornasetti

Located in Atlanta, GA

A vintage Italian decorative porcelain plate designed and made by Fornasetti. The commemorative plate is for the year of 2013. The plate was made in a limited edition of 92 out of 70...

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2010s Italian Modern Arman Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

Previously Available Items

Buffet Plates by Arman

Sold

H 1.13 in W 7 in D 12.13 in

Buffet Plates by Arman

By Arman

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Each buffet plate from this limited edition set or porcelain buffet plates has been cut in half and given a hand-painted cobalt blue edge relating to the artist’s classical works of ...

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20th Century French Arman Platters and Serveware

Arman platters and serveware for sale on 1stDibs.

Arman platters and serveware are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Arman platters and serveware, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original platters and serveware by Arman were created in the modern style in france during the late 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider platters and serveware by Christian Dior, Roger Capron, and Robert Picault. Prices for Arman platters and serveware can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $650 and can go as high as $48,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $24,575.

Questions About Arman Platters and Serveware

Where did Arman Fernandez work?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Arman Fernandez worked at the Bushido Kai Judo Club in Madrid, Spain, and served as a medical orderly for the French Army during the Indo-China War before becoming an artist. You'll find a variety of Arman Fernandez art on 1stDibs.

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