Artist and designer Georges Briard (1917–2005) — a name that has for more than a century been a marker of spectacular and stylish vintage glassware, serveware and other household objects — was born Jascha Brojdo in Russian Ukraine.
Brojdo grew up in Poland and moved to the United States in the 1930s, studying art at the University of Chicago and the Art Institute of Chicago before serving in the U.S. Army during World War II. After the war, he began hand-painting metal serving trays while working for Max Wille of M. Wille Company, where Wille suggested changing his name to distinguish his commercial work from his fine art.
As Georges Briard, Brojdo created award-winning designs for items including glasses, trays, coffeepots and dishes in materials like glass, ceramics, metal and wood; he even created gold-plated serveware. His serveware was especially popular from the 1950s to ’70s. It was produced by companies including Culver, Pfaltzgraff and Mdina Glass and sold at high-end department stores like Neiman Marcus and Bonwit Teller. His designs have a signature opulence, evoking the mid-century modern aesthetic of his time as well as borrowing elements from Art Nouveau and Venetian styles, while the quirky, playful barware pieces he produced featured peacock feathers, skulls and tennis balls.
With colorful, intricate patterns and motifs such as butterflies, Christmas trees and Piet Mondrian-esque geometric abstractions, Georges Briard glasses and dishes were found in the homes of the most fashionable hosts of the mid-century. Today, they are highly prized by collectors.
Find a collection of Georges Briard vintage bar glasses, serving trays and other goods on 1stDibs.
Mid-Century Briard Forbidden Fruit Gold Glass Canapé Trays, set of 12
By Georges Briard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From the designer Georges Briard, and from the Forbidden Fruit collection, a set of twelve pebbled glass and gold leaf canapé trays, circa 1969. Georges Briard created his glass For...
Art Glass
Large Briard Bent Glass Gold Butterfly Square Platter
By Georges Briard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From the designer Georges Briard, and from the Butterfly collection, a large square pebbled glass and gold leaf platter, circa 1969. Georges Briard created his Butterfly collection...
Art Glass
Forbidden Fruit Glass & Wood Tray, Briard, 1960s
By Georges Briard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From the designer Georges Briard, and from the Forbidden Fruit collection, a White Opal glass serving tray with wood and brass handles, circa 1960s. Georges Briard produced his For...
Brass
White Opal Glass Peace Dove Vide-Poche, Briard, 1960s
By Georges Briard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From the designer Georges Briard, and from the Peace Dove collection, a White Opal glass vide-poche tray, circa 1964. Georges Briard created his Peace Dove collection during the ea...
Art Glass
Large Hand Painted Tray by Georges Briard
By Georges Briard
Located in New York, NY
Incredible hand painted George Briard tray, having a Modern Art School depiction, of a fruit themed still life. The oval tray features a gallery trim, with...
Metal
Georges Briard Peacock Blue Pageant Fruit Glass Tray & Dip Bowl
By Georges Briard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From the designer Georges Briard, and from the Pageant Fruit collection, a Peacock Blue glass serving tray with a corresponding glass dip bowl, circa 1960s. Georges Briard created ...
Art Glass, Wood
Georges Briard Mid-Century Imperial Malachite China Compote or Cake Stand
By Georges Briard
Located in St. Louis, MO
Georges Briard Mid-Century Modern designed Imperial Malachite China compote or cake stand. Faux malachite pattern, with 22k gold gilt. In fine condi...
Porcelain
Georges Briard Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Enamel Cheese Board with Knife
By Georges Briard
Located in East Quogue, NY
A striking mid-century modern cheese serving board by celebrated designer Georges Briard, featuring his signature bold, graphic style. This piece combines a rich, solid walnut fram...
Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Briard Heritance Pattern Glass Tray, 1960
By Georges Briard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A glass serving tray designed by Georges Briard in the Heritance pattern, as shown in the Briard 1960 catalogue. A Mid-Century gold platter with one large seven lobed leaf in white ...
Brass
1958 Georges Briard Bent Glass Olympia Serving Dishes w. Gold & Pink Decor
By Georges Briard, George Briard
Located in Miami, FL
Mid Century Modern two pieces of Georges Briard designed OLYMPIA pattern serving dishes with gold & plum/pink colors. Rare pattern of a gold center design of 3 seating Greek mus...
Glass
Briard Fancy Free Montgolfier Balloon Opal Glass Platter
By Georges Briard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From the designer Georges Briard, and from the Fancy Free collection, a large square pebbled glass and gold leaf platter, circa 1965. Georges Briard created his Fancy Free Balloon c...
Art Glass
Georges Briard Ambrosia Cheese Set, Boxed
By Georges Briard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Georges Briard, in the Ambrosia pattern, a cheese board with an attached knife, complete with storage pouch and the original box, circa 1957-1967. Ambrosia was one of the most p...
Ceramic
Georges Briard Fancy Free Cheese & Dip Wooden Board – 1961
By Georges Briard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Georges Briard, a three-piece cheese and dip board set, signed, shown in the 1961-1962 product catalogue. Georges Briard created award-winning designs for items including glass...
Ceramic, Walnut
White Opal Glass Peace Dove Double Server, Briard, 1960s
By Georges Briard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From the designer Georges Briard, and from the Peace Dove collection, a White Opal glass double serving tray, circa 1964. Georges Briard created his Peace Dove collection during th...
Art Glass
Mid-Century Briard Peacock Blue Pageant Glass Tray, 1964
By Georges Briard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From the designer Georges Briard, and from the Pageant Fruit collection, a Peacock Blue glass serving tray, circa 1964. Georges Briard created his Pageant fruit collection during th...
Art Glass
Briard Mandarin Orange Pageant Fruit Glass & Wood Tray, 1964
By Georges Briard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From the designer Georges Briard, and from the Pageant Fruit collection, a Mandarin Orange glass and wood handled serving tray, circa 1964. Georges Briard created his Pageant Fruit ...
Art Glass
Mid-Century Marble Cheese Board by Georges Briard
By Georges Briard
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice mid-century marble cheese board by Georges Briard, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good condition and measures 15"W x 10.25"D x .5"H...
Marble
Georges Briard Glass 6 Pc Set 1 Tray 2 Square Platters 2 Bowls & 1 Relish Dish
By Georges Briard
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Mid Century Modern Georges Briard glass 6-piece set from 3 different patterns; including 1 bread tray and 2 square serving plat...
Glass
1960s Georges Briard Milk Glass Bowl with Golden Harvest Design Art Deco Style
By Georges Briard
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
1960s Georges Briard Milk Glass Bowl with Golden Harvest Design Art Deco Style. Stunning mid century modern white milk glass bowl with 22k gold " Golden Harvest" pattern. Designed and signed by Georges Briard, this beautiful tray is perfect for serving your favorite appetizers to your guests. Measures: 11.5 in x 6.5 in x 3/4" high. Presenting a captivating piece from the mid-century era: the Harvest 22Karat Gold rectangular bowl by Georges Briard, skillfully crafted with white bent glass. This remarkable tray features a milk-white glass base adorned with the exquisite 22Karat-gold Harvest pattern. The central design showcases two large crown-shaped bundle of wheat, complemented by smaller gold wheat emblems. Encircling the tray is a 2-inch wide border, meticulously composed of gold-on-gold geometric motifs and intricate medallions. Each design exhibits a luxurious blend of brushed 22-karat gold and lustrous, reflective gold. Furthermore, a slender band of gold with delicate windows reveals glimpses of the pristine white glass, encircling the inner rim. The unmistakable signature of Georges Briard graces the lower right corner, serving as a testament to the tray's authenticity. This rectangular plate exhibits gracefully curved sides, elevating it approximately 2 inches above the table surface. Crafted by the esteemed Georges Briard circa the 1960s, this exquisite piece bears his signature in the lower right corner, confirming its origin and artistic mastery. Remarkably, no chips or cracks are found, ensuring its enduring quality. In summary, the Mid-Century Georges Briard Bent Glass Harvest 22Karat Gold Square Tray is a remarkable vintage piece, distinguished by its alluring design, impeccable craftsmanship, and the timeless appeal of 22-karat gold. Very retro and collectible, chic, sophisticated and decorative design, perfect finishing touch for entertaining needs. "Golden Harvest" pattern Georges Briard glassware, 1960s vintage. Georges Briard Vintage...
Art Glass
$1,250
H 16.75 in W 20.63 in D 1.75 in
Large Antique Stubbs 'Fruit & Flowers' Blue Transferware Platter or Serving Tray
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very large, antique blue transfer Staffordshire serving tray. By Stubbs & Kent. In the 'Fruits & Flowers' pattern. Measuring approx. 20 5/8 in. by 16 3/4 in. Simply a wonderful...
Porcelain, Pottery
$141
H 9.85 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in
Vintage Transparent Decorative Crystal Glass Fruit Plate, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Decorative transparent crystal glass plate from Italy. Plate is in very good vintage condition, no damage or cracks. Original glass. Beautiful piece for every interior! Only one uniq...
Ceramic, Glass
Large Midcentury Glass Platter
Located in San Diego, CA
Large midcentury glass platter with colorful shape design, circa 1960s. The very attractive piece measures 15.375" x 14.75" and is in excellent condi...
Glass
Large Majolica Oyster Platter Vallauris circa 1950
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Large Majolica Oyster Platter Vallauris circa 1950.
Ceramic
Superb Hand Painted Minton Porcelain Tray
By Minton
Located in Great Barrington, MA
Large Minton porcelain tray with hand painted wisterias. Raised paste gold and platinum add depth and elegance to this rare example in amethyst and lavender palette. The handles are ...
Platinum
Large Irish Delft Blue & White Platter
Located in New York, NY
Of octagonal form; decorated with pine trim and tree peony in an outdoor setting with trellis paling; hanging wire attached.
Delft, Pottery
Carrol Boyes Aluminium Vide Poche Model Wave, England, 1990s
Located in Brussels, BE
Carrol Boyes aluminium Vide Poche model wave, England, 1990s.
Aluminum
Hand-Painted Decorative Iron Tray - Black Bee
By Bertrando Di Renzo
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Make a bold statement with our vibrant iron tray, handpainted with a striking bumblebee design. The rich, lively colours bring a playful yet elegant touch to your decor, perfect for ...
Iron
Large Oval English Japanned Platter
Located in Bradenton, FL
Rare 19th century English Ridgeway Imari pattern oval serving platter in excellent condition. The Bow and Quiver trade mark on reverse side was registered by Ridgeways in 1880. Rever...
Porcelain
Large Blue and White Porcelain Peacock Bowl Vintage Collectible Japan
By Toyo
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage collectible large blue and white porcelain bowl. This beautiful Japanese bowl is hand painted in blue and white with a beautiful scene of a peacock on a tree. "Blue Peacock Collection". It features blue and white floral design with a peacock in the center, and brown-trimmed scalloped edge. If you are a lover of blue and white porcelain, this bowl is the perfect addition to your collection. Perfect for display or using as a centerpiece. Signed in the back. Measures: 2.5 inches tall, and is 10 inches in diameter. Condition, one small chip, see pictures. Toyo. Andrea by Sadek...
Porcelain
Mid-Century Wooden Tray, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Wooden Tray, Sweden, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969. Additional information: Materials: Wood Color: Brown Styles: Mid-Century Modern Country of Or...
Wood
Vintage White and Blue Decorative Murano Glass Mini Vase, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Decorative white and blue murano glass vase from Italy. Vase is in very good vintage condition, no damage or cracks. Original glass. Beautiful piece for every interior! Only one uniq...
Ceramic, Glass, Murano Glass
Mid Century Georges Briard Tiffany Blue Diamond Pattern Serving Tray
By Georges Briard
Located in San Diego, CA
Georges Briard was a world-renowned Mid-Century cocktail glassware and barware designer who became an American award-winning designer for his designs stocked at high-end department s...
Glass
Sold
H 1.75 in Dm 20.13 in
Georges Briard Music Themed Hand Painted Tole Tray or Wall Plaque, circa 1955
By Georges Briard
Located in St. Louis, MO
Large Georges Briard metal tray designed to hang on the wall, having hand painted gold gilt musical themed instruments with Bass, Harp and Horn. Has label on back when purchased in 1...
Metal
Georges Briard Gold Painted Glass Graphic Serving Tray and Dishes
By Georges Briard
Located in North Miami, FL
This midcentury glass tray signed by Georges Briard has graphic gold leaf paint in the glass. It has nine matching desert and appetizer plates in two different sizes. There are two s...
Gold Leaf
Georges Briard Hand Painted Tole Tray or Wall Plaque
By Georges Briard
Located in Atlanta, GA
Mid 20th Century large gold tole serving tray or wall plaque by American accessory designer Georges Briard and of the Hollywood Regency period. The hand painted design centers aroun...
Metal
Set of 5 Georges Briard Mosaic Serving Dishes Trays Mid-century Modern
By Georges Briard
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely set of signed Georges Briard green and blue mosaic serving dishes or trays. Brass on the outside, pieces of blue and green mirrored glass mosaic the inside. This is rare to ...
Brass