The striking elegance and craftsmanship associated with vintage Richard Ginori porcelain and ceramics are hallmarks of the distinguished Italian manufacturer's deep heritage. Over nearly 300 years, the company has established a legacy of enduring design — its exquisite handmade serving pieces, tea sets, tableware, vases and more are coveted all over the world.
Richard Ginori traces its long history back to the village of Doccia, Italy, where marchese Carlo Ginori opened the Doccia Porcelain Manufactory in 1735. The factory employed talented Viennese painters and modelers, and although it took time for Carlo to perfect his models and molds, the company eventually became known for its impeccable white porcelain, inspired by Ginori's love of white gold. By 1779, the factory’s refined porcelain decorated palaces and stately residences.
In 1896, the factory expanded and merged with the Società Ceramic Richard of Milan. The new company was named Richard Ginori, and the early 20th century marked a period of artistic revival for the manufacturer.
In 1923, the influential Italian architect, publisher and furniture designer Gio Ponti was appointed as the company's artistic director (a role he held until 1933). He was still a young man at the time, but the now-celebrated polymath was fearless in his efforts to innovate at Richard Ginori — he introduced a contemporary spirit at the manufacturer and integrated ancient Roman art and other neoclassical elements into his richly ornate designs for decorative objects and ceramic vessels. At the 1925 International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts in Paris — the design fair that brought the Art Deco style into the world — both Richard Ginori and its bold artistic director won a Grand Prix.
In the decades that followed, offerings at the storied porcelain manufacturer showed an adoption of the modern style that had taken shape in furniture design and decorative arts during the mid-20th century. In 1954, the company was renamed Ginori 1735, a reference to its inaugural year. Over time, Richard Ginori has partnered with numerous renowned designers such as Giovanni Gariboldi, Antonio Piva, Franco Albini and Aldo Rossi. In 2013, Gucci purchased the Ginori 1735 brand and factory.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Richard Ginori serveware and decorative objects.
Richard Ginori Italian Rococo Blue White Porcelain Coffee Espresso Cup
By Richard Ginori
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Italian blue and white porcelain coffee espresso cup, in the Rococo style, by designer, Richard Ginori, circa early to mid-20th century, Italy. This demitasse cup is whit...
Porcelain
Italian Porcelain Salt or Pepper Shaker Richard Ginori
By Richard Ginori
Located in New York, NY
An Italian porcelain salt or pepper shaker, by designer Richard Ginori, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Marked 'Made in Italy' on bottom underside as shown in last image. Piece is whi...
Metal
Vintage Richard Ginori Italian Blue and White Porcelain Bowl with Handles
By Richard Ginori
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Italian white and blue porcelain bowl by designer Richard Ginori, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Bowl with handles is white glazed Italian...
Gold
Italian Richard Ginori Contessa Porcelain Sugar Bowl
By Richard Ginori
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Italian Richard Ginori 'Contessa' gold and terracotta-red porcelain sugar bowl and lid, circa late-20th century, Italy. Piece (two pieces = sugar bowl and lid) is hand deco...
Porcelain
Italian Richard Ginori Contessa Milk Creamer Pitcher, Late 20th c
By Richard Ginori
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Italian Richard Ginori 'Contessa' gold and terracotta rust-red porcelain milk creamer pitcher, 1985, Italy. Piece is hand decorated with gold detail around rim, a gold band...
Porcelain
$4,810
H 8.27 in W 12.21 in D 8.67 in
Italy Late 18th Century Porcelain Richard Ginori Doccia Soup Bowl
By Richard Ginori
Located in Brescia, IT
This very fine soup bowl is a piece of the production of the Italian factory Richard Ginori Doccia. It is a timeless piece rich of beauty and elegance, ...
Porcelain
$325 / set
H 2.25 in W 2.88 in D 2.25 in
Set of 6 Italian Porcelain Muti Color Espresso Cups with Stars
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A set of 6 Espresso cups. The set are Italian and in wonderful colors (so your guests never are confused about which espresso is intended for them). Each cup is of a different color and all contain a star pattern. A great house warming gift...
Porcelain
$220Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 2 in W 4 in D 1.5 in
Mid Century Rosewood “Elephant” Salt & Pepper Shakers
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in San Diego, CA
Wear consistent with age and use. As a vintage item, light cosmetic wear might be present but with no structural damage. Wear consistent with age and use.
Rosewood
$300
H 6.89 in W 5.91 in D 3.55 in
Vintage Capodimonte Porcelain Decorative Item by Ginori, Rococo Style, Italy
By Richard Ginori
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1960s. These two 18th century figures are made in Capodimonte porcelain. This statue might show slight traces of use since it's vintage, but it can be considered as in...
Porcelain
Richard Ginori Bone China Plate Porcelain, 1990, Italy
By Richard Ginori
Located in Milano, IT
Richard Ginori bone China plate porcelain, 1990, Italy.
Porcelain
Richard Ginori Burnt Orange Contessa Extensive Dinnerware Service Of 141 Pieces
By Richard Ginori
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Richard Ginori extensive dinnerware service Contessa rust red pattern dinnerware service . Pattern having a burnt orange and double gilt gold and black trim decorated design on white...
Gold
Italy Richard Ginori Early 18th Century Porcelain Vase
By Richard Ginori
Located in Brescia, IT
This elegant vase was produced by Richard Ginori porcelain manufacturer in Doccia, Italy, in the 1730 Not easy to find this model so fine and elegant with its country flowers in pin...
Porcelain
$250 / set
H 2.4 in Dm 4.2 in
Ginori Porcelain Espresso Cup and Saucer Set, Renaissance Pattern, Italy 1950s
By Richard Ginori
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Rare Richard Ginori demitasse or espresso cup and saucer set was made of fine semi-translucent porcelain in Italy. It is decorated in Renaissance pattern with wide bands of abstract...
Gold Leaf
Richard Ginori “Galli Rossi” Porcelain Coffee Set, Doccia Manufactory, Florence
By Richard Ginori
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly invite you to read the full description, as we strive to provide detailed historical and technical information to ensure the authenticity of our pieces. Charming 15-piece c...
Porcelain
Mid-Late 20th Century Italian Richard Ginori Cake Stand
By Richard Ginori
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid-late 20th century Richard Ginori cake stand, Italy. In his Chinese red & gilt rooster design. 10 3/8" dia., 4" h. We are a family business that has been a major source for t...
Ceramic
$92Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 1.5 in W 2.25 in D 2.25 in
Vintage Wood Sculpted Round Salt and Pepper Shaker Set
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and unique set of salt and pepper shakers. This pair is handmade in polished finished wood that shows beautiful grain. Each piece has fine details such as the "S" and "P" p...
Wood
20th Century Bowl - Richard Ginori - Porcelain - Zodiac Series Scorpio
By Richard Ginori
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Elegant porcelain bowl by Richard Ginori, from the renowned Zodiac series, likely dating from the 1980s-1990s. This refined piece is decorated in deep cobalt blue with delicate gold ...
Porcelain
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H 11.82 in W 18.9 in D 1.58 in
1980s Modernist Thuya Wood and Silver Plated Italian Gallery Serving Tray
By Richard Ginori
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This Italian Serving Tray is a sophisticated blend of natural luxury and sleek design, characteristic of modernist aesthetics from that era. Crafted from Thuya briar wood, features a...
Silver Plate
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H 2 in W 7 in D 7 in
Large Richard Ginori Cinzano Porcelaine Midcentury Relief Ashtray, Italy, 1950s
By Richard Ginori
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and decorative triangular midcentury Cinzano Vermouth ashtray from the 1950s, executed by Richard Ginori, Italy. Made of china with a shiny off-white glaze and a lovely ...
Porcelain
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H 7.09 in W 6.3 in D 8.27 in
1980s Richard Ginori Porcelain Wine Cooler in the Style of Gio Ponti
By Gianbattista Vannozzi, Richard Ginori, Gio Ponti
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is an Art Deco vase made by Richard Ginori, with pure gold decorations, designed by Gian Battista Vannozzi in the style of Gio Ponti, it can also use for champagne bucket.
Gold
Amazing Richard Ginori Biscuit Vase, circa 1980
By Gianbattista Vannozzi, Richard Ginori, Gio Ponti
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a biscuit and pure gold vase designed by Giovan Battista Vannozzi in the style of Gio Ponti. It can also be used as a wine cooler.
Gold