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Herend Hungary Porcelain "Chinese Bouquet Apponyi Green" Salad Dishes
By Herend
Located in Delft, NL
Herend Hungary porcelain "Chinese Bouquet Apponyi Green" salad dishes A set of 2 salad dishes
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20th Century Hungarian Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 4 Bavaria Germany Porcelain Dishes Coasters
By Mitterteich Bavaria Porcelain
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Set of 4 Bareuther Waldsassen Bavaria Germany, ceramic small dishes coasters. Dimensions: 3.5
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Mid-20th Century German Louis XIV Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Leather, Porcelain

Midcentury Georges Briard Gilt Glass Appetizers Dishes Set of 2
By Georges Briard
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage 1960's Mid Century Modern Georges Briard gold leaf glass appetizers plates set of 2. The
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-...

Materials

Art Glass

Collection of Nine Silver Sterling Serving Dishes and Bowls
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Collection of sterling silver bowls and serving dishes. A set of nine pieces in great condition
Category

Antique 19th Century American Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

English Traditional Scenic Equestrian Catchall Trinket Dishes, Set of 4
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of four ceramic collectible trinket dishes with painted scenes. “The Cornfield” By John
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Mid-20th Century English American Classical Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...

Materials

Ceramic

Set of FOUR Victorian Masons Ashworths Ironstone Supper Dishes, circa 1890
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
These are a good and unusual set of four ironstone supper dishes from the Mason's Factory when it
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Decorative Dishes and V...

Materials

Ironstone, Pottery

Robert Picault, Set of Two Ceramic Dishes, Signed, Vallauris, France, 1950s
By Robert Picault
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Robert Picault, set of two ceramic dishes, signed, Vallauris, France 1950s Two large dishes
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Enamel

Set of 3 Handmade Cast Bronze Leaves Decorative Dishes, Vide Poches
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, GB
Cluster of bronze leaves. Each of these splendid bronze leaves is handmade individually with incredible detail. Cast using very traditional techniques, they are polished capturing t...
Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Bronze

Set of 3 Handmade Cast Brass Leaves Decorative Dishes, Vide Poches
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, GB
Cluster of splendid bronze leaves, each of which is handmade individually with incredible detail. Cast using very traditional techniques, they are polished capturing the raw finish ...
Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Brass

Set Four Antique English Dishes Made By Coalport Hand-Painted Circa 1810
By Coalport Porcelain
Located in Katonah, NY
These four exquisite Coalport "Church Gresley" pattern dishes are decorated with black trapezoids
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Antique Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vi...

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 2 Antique Japanese Edo Period Tea Dishes Arita with Fuku Mark
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Set of 2 Antique Japanese Edo Period Tea Dishes Arita with Fuku Mark Additional information
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Antique 18th Century Japanese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 14 Chinese Porcelain Plate with Mao 100 Years Stamps Dishes, 1996
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated plate. Marked on the base Set of 14 polychrome porcelain dishes, decorated
Category

20th Century Chinese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 3 Ceramic Dishes by Robert Picault, Vallauris, French Ceramic, 1950's
By Robert Picault
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Set of 3 ceramic dishes by Robert Picault, Vallauris, French Ceramic, 1950's Handmade, they are
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Four 1960s Brass Trinket Dishes Vide Poche, Acorn, Leaf, Owl, Basket
Located in Haarlem, NL
Decorative collection of four little brass vide-poche trinket dishes from the 1960s to keep or
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-...

Materials

Brass

Set of 5 Antique Japanese Seto Yaki Red Blue White Dishes Marked, 19th/20th Cen
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated set of Japanese Porcelain dishes Additional information: Material
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Designer Gold Dragon Jewelry Dishes by Rosenthal
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful, signed set of German white and gold oval porcelain jewelry dishes with dragon design
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Mid-20th Century German Chinoiserie Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 4 Blue and White Delft Plates or Dishes Hand Painted 18th Century England
By Delft
Located in Katonah, NY
These exquisite hand-painted Delftware dishes, made in Bristol, England, circa 1760 and inspired by
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Chinoiserie Decorative Dishes and Vide-...

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Delft

Three Wedgwood Creamware Oval Dishes England Circa 1830
By Wedgwood
Located in Katonah, NY
Made by Wedgwood in England circa 1830, this group of three oval dishes is lovely creamware with a
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Antique Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vi...

Materials

Creamware

Ten French Porcelain Dishes 18th Century Made Circa 1780
By Clignancourt Porcelain
Located in Katonah, NY
, this set of dishes is painted in the most exquisite raspberry color, decorated with gorgeous black
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Antique Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide...

Materials

Porcelain

5 Antique Cloisonne Enamel Trinket Dishes Plates Floral 4"
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of 5 early 20th century Chinese cloisonne enamel trinket dishes / plates in a variety of
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Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Pair Creamware Dessert Dishes with Sepia Decoration England Circa 1810
Located in Katonah, NY
This pair of creamware dessert dishes dates to the early 19th century. Made circa 1810, the dishes
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Creamware

Italian Leather Backed Decorative Ceramic Dishes Or Change Trays Ashtrays
By Marcello Fantoni
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1950 Italian retro leather backed decorative ceramic set of four small dishes, handcrafted ceramics
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic

Seguso Murano Sommerso Green Italian Art Glass Sculptural Seashell Dishes, Salts
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
seashell ring dishes / master salt set. Documented to designer Archimede Seguso. Would make a great display
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass

Suite of 3 Antique Victorian Silver Comports / Dishes 1892 / 93 Centrepiece
By Martin, Hall & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, GB
and two matched smaller Dishes. This set of three Dishes has elegant flat chased bowls on tall chased
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Sterling Silver

1950s Italian Vintage Red Light Blue Black White Porcelain Trinket Dishes/Trays
Located in New York, NY
Price is per item, rare set of six 1950s Italian Porcelain decorative dishes by a Ceramic Studio in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Enamel

A Set of Eight Plates Signed Franklin Moody
Located in PARIS, FR
Series of 8 plates in perfect condition, on the theme of the circus representing former glories of the Barnum & Bailey and Ringling Bros troups. They were ordered by subscription, ea...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Three Coalport Money Tree Porcelain Serving Dishes Hand Painted England C-1820
By Coalport Porcelain
Located in Katonah, NY
This set of three Coalport Money Tree pattern serving dishes was hand painted in England circa 1820
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Antique Early 19th Century English George III Decorative Dishes and Vide...

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Porcelain

Pair of George II Second Course Serving Dishes. London 1754 by John Jacobs.
Located in London, GB
crisp sets of hallmarks. The Dishes are in excellent condition and are desirable as they just fall into
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Antique 18th Century English George II Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Pair of George II Serving Dishes Made in London by Edward Aldridge, 1745
By Edward Aldridge
Located in London, GB
A Very Fine Pair of George II Serving Dishes Made in London in 1745 by Edward Aldridge. The Dishes
Category

Antique 18th Century English George II Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Magnificent circular bowl set in a wrought-iron frame
By Lorrain
Located in CRÉTEIL, FR
Magnificent circular cut received by a wrought iron frame. This proof is in multilayer glass with an orange and blue background. Signed LORRAIN. Measures: H: 23 cm - D. 24.5 cm The ...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Wrought Iron

A Dinner Set of Yongzheng Period Chinese Porcelain Floral Plates, China
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
) Age: Pre-1800 Condition: Close to perfect, all dishes with 2 or 3 minimal rimfrits/fleebites
Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 3 - one of a kind ‘Malocchio' Evil-Eye Catch-Alls by Stephanie Perry
By Stephanie Perry
Located in Los Gatos, CA
A one of a kind set of three, hand sculpted 'Malocchio' Evil-eye Catch-Alls. The richly hued irises
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Decorative Dishes ...

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware, Pottery

Set of 13 Antique Chinese Porcelain Qing Period Blue White Set Dinner Plates
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated Set of 13 dishes in Blue and white with a lovely and high quality floral
Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 3 Antique Set Chinese Kangxi Yongzheng Plate Flowers Porcelain, 1730
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Set of 3 Antique Set Chinese Kangxi Yongzheng Plate Flowers Porcelain, 1730 A nice plate. Qing
Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

1950s Hermès Smoking Set
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic vintage Hermès matchbox and cigarette box. Cigarette box is heavy and wrapped in leather. Cornucopia (Horn of Plenty) decorative lid. Removable metal insert to organize cigar...
Category

Vintage 1950s French Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Metal

1950s Hermès Smoking Set
1950s Hermès Smoking Set
H 3.63 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in
Black Marble Plates Set
By Casa Mineral
Located in Mexico City, MX
Plates in Monterrey black marble. Handmade in Mexico by local craftsmen. Dimensions: Small: 20 D x 20 W x 2 H cm Medium: 16 D x 16 W x 2 H cm Large: 12 D x 12 W x 2 H cm. Product...
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2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Marble

Black Marble Plates Set
Black Marble Plates Set
H 0.79 in Dm 7.88 in
Set of bowls in marbre
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of bowls in marbre The bowls in marbre are the ideal pieces to house fruit or to make a
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide...

Materials

Marble

Set of bowls in marbre
Set of bowls in marbre
H 2.37 in W 12.01 in D 12.01 in
Bronze Mortar and Pestle Set
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid bronze mortar and pestle features a deep mortar and heavily weighted pestle. The mortar has a tulip shaped opening and two peg handles on each side of its body. The piece has i...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Mortar and Pestle Set
Bronze Mortar and Pestle Set
H 4.25 in Dm 4.5 in
Vintage Thermos Cup Set, 1912 USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 metal Thermos cups from the early 1900s in great condition with a thick cowhide cover and
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Vintage 1910s American Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Metal

Vintage Thermos Cup Set, 1912 USA
Vintage Thermos Cup Set, 1912 USA
H 1.19 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in
White Marble Elipse Plates Set
By Casa Mineral
Located in Mexico City, MX
Plates in Veneciano white marble. Handmade in México by local craftsmen. Dimensions: Small: 22 D x 16 W x 2 H cm Large: 26 D x 20 W x 2 H cm. Production time: 6-8 weeks for item...
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2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Marble

White Marble Elipse Plates Set
White Marble Elipse Plates Set
H 0.79 in W 7.88 in D 10.24 in
Lovely set of six antique Spode plates
Located in Ipswich, GB
Lovely set of six antique Spode plates, set of six Spode imperial hand painted plates decorated
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Antique Early 19th Century Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic

Lovely set of six antique Spode plates
Lovely set of six antique Spode plates
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H 1.19 in W 9.06 in D 9.06 in
Hermès Porcelain "Passifolia" Dinner Set, France, 2021
By Hermès
Located in Cagliari, IT
Beautiful dinner set made with the "Passifolia" pattern. "The rain drums on the convex palm leaves
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2010s French Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Nubuck and Ceramic Smoking Set by Longchamp
By Longchamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome two piece smoking set by Longchamp, France. Ashtray/catchall and tobacco jar with lid
Category

Vintage 1950s French Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic, Leather

Set of Piero Fornasetti Medaglioni Crescent Catchall Trays, 1960s
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Miami, FL
A set of six (6) vintage catch all crescent shaped decorative dishes designed and manufactured by
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 2 Vintage Studio Pottery Covered Dish Japan 1950s
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful set of 2 vintage studio pottery covered bowls. These handcrafted dishes feature vented
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Japonisme Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic

Late 19th Century Greek Ceramic Attic Ware Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of two traditional greek ceramic attic ware serving pieces, consisting of a dish and a square
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Antique Late 19th Century Greek Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic

Quality antique Victorian unusual jug and bowl set
Located in Ipswich, GB
Quality antique Victorian unusual jug and bowl set having a quality unusual Victorian jug and bowl
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Victorian Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic

Quality antique Victorian unusual jug and bowl set
Quality antique Victorian unusual jug and bowl set
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H 12.6 in W 10.63 in D 9.06 in
Set of Two Ceramic Bowls, Drejargruppen Rörstrand, 1974
By Rörstrand
Located in Bochum, NRW
A set of two modernist stoneware bowls designed by the Drejargruppen collective for Rörstrand 1974
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Stoneware

Antique Victorian Ruby Flashed Cut to Clear Crystal Vanity Set
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A charming antique victorian vanity set consisting of three different sized dishes and lidded box
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Antique 1880s Czech Victorian Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Crystal

Set 3 Ted Teeter 1970’s Studio Stoneware Pottery
Located in West Palm Beach, US
Set of three stoneware clay pottery pieces in graduating sizes by artist Ted Teeter. All Signed on
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Clay, Pottery, Stoneware

Set of Three Vintage Wooden Measuring Sticks, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of three vintage wooden traditional measuring sticks, by an unknown designer. Manufactured in
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Metal

Set of Three Vintage Wooden Measuring Sticks, circa 1950
Set of Three Vintage Wooden Measuring Sticks, circa 1950
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H 0.79 in W 39.38 in D 0.79 in
Set of 12, 19th Century Vienna Porcelain Plates
By Royal Vienna Porcelain
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A wonderful collection of twelve late 19th century Vienna porcelain plates, each depicting classical and romantic scenes of women, some with children or cherubs. Having cobalt blue b...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Antique French White and Blue Enamel Canister Set - 6 Pieces
Located in Centennial, CO
This charming vintage French enamel canister set consists of six lidded canisters. They are white
Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...

Materials

Enamel

Set of Three Vintage Wooden Measuring Sticks, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of three vintage wooden traditional measuring sticks, by an unknown designer. Manufactured
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Metal

Set of Three Vintage Wooden Measuring Sticks, circa 1950
Set of Three Vintage Wooden Measuring Sticks, circa 1950
No Reserve
H 0.79 in W 39.38 in D 0.79 in
Brazilian Ceramics: Arte Forma. Set of 6 enamelled ceramic trays
By Industria Brasileira
Located in PARIS, FR
The pieces in question are a set of 6 enamelled ceramic trays, created by Arte Forma. Each tray is
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide...

Materials

Enamel

Set of 3 Cells Table Centerpieces by Sophie Parachey
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 cells table Centerpieces by Sophie Parachey Dimensions: W 32 x D 22.5 x H 4.5 cm W 33,5
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2010s French Post-Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Stoneware

Set of 3 Antique Chinese Porcelain Blue & White Dinner Plates, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated Set of 3 dishes in Blue and white with a lovely and high quality floral
Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 2 Acacia Nun Vases by Matthias Scherzinger
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Acacia Nun vases by Matthias Scherzinger Limited edition of 30 pieces, each colour each
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2010s German Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Wood

Arts & Crafts Gem Set Pewter Mounted Green Glass Dish
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
rounded dish with recessed centre set within a heavy and thickly made pewter frame with a swing handle
Category

Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Pewter

Set of 6 Hermes Silver Plated Jewelry Trays and Cup, 1950s France
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful set of Hermès jewelry dishes. Hermès stamped on the side or base of each piece. Silver
Category

Vintage 1950s French Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Metal

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Find many varieties of an authentic dishes a set available at 1stDibs. A dishes a set — often made from ceramic, porcelain and metal — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a dishes a set, we have 350 options in-stock, while there are 28 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the dishes a set you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A dishes a set made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Neoclassical — is very popular. A well-made dishes a set has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Wedgwood, Spode and Coalport Porcelain are consistently popular.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A set of dishes is also called a dinner service or service set. It includes 4-5 pieces each of plates, bowls and cups that form a matching set. On 1stDibs, you will find a wide variety of dishes in ceramic, porcelain, silver and glass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A covered dish is a type of event, otherwise known as a pot-luck where everyone brings a different dish of food so that all are shared.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Trinket dishes are practical and often beautiful tabletop receptacles for items that are used on a daily basis, such as jewelry, keys, office supplies and candle holders. Shop a range of antique and vintage trinket dishes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Butter dishes are normally just called butter dishes. They include a flat tray that you place a stick of butter on and a removable lid that keeps out debris and pests. A round container that you fill with butter is a butter crock, butter keeper or butter bell. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of butter dishes.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The best chafing dish is determined by your preference for size and design. On 1stDibs, you can find chafing dishes in sterling silver, porcelain and brass. There are designs from Victorian, Art Deco and other periods.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify old dishes, examine the marks that appear on the bottom. If they appear handwritten, your dishes likely date back to before the 19th century. You can use authoritative online resources to research the marks and figure out which company produced them. An expert licensed appraiser can also provide assistance with identification. You'll find a large selection of expertly vetted antique dishes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A covered dish potluck is a container used for a social event in which each guest or group brings a unique, generally homemade, culinary dish. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique and vintage dishes and serveware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Dishes that are made of a specific kind of porcelain are called China because it was first seen, centuries ago, in imports from China
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few other names for a chafing dish. This style of metal pan, used for keeping food warm, can also be called a bain marie, food warmer or water bath, to name a few. You can shop a collection of chafing dishes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    Chafing dishes have gone in and out of style over the decades and have acquired many different names. Some of these include bain-marie, food warmer and double boiler. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique chafing dishes from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Whether Mikasa dishes are lead-free varies. Contemporary dishes made by the American manufacturer carry certifications that they are free of lead. In addition, online reports state that many vintage pieces tested have also been found to be lead-free. However, some antique and vintage china does contain lead, so it is best to test older pieces with a home testing kit if you're concerned about lead content. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Mikasa dishes.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A server would use a monkey dish to present nuts and other small finger foods and condiments. The name comes from the centuries-old practice of giving a small portion of food to a monkey to determine if it was poisoned. Shop a collection of monkey dishes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Whether Spode Christmas dishes can go in the microwave varies. Many of the British maker's dinnerware is dishwasher-safe as well as microwave- and freezer-safe, but not all its pieces are. As a result, you should look at the markings on the bottom of your dishes and consult the care instructions that accompany them for advice on how to safely use them. Find a large selection of Spode porcelain and ceramic wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    More commonly known as a nightstand, a bed stand is a small table that goes on either one or both sides of a bed. People typically use them to hold small items they may need during the night and in the morning, such as a table lamp or clock.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A parure set refers to a suite of jewelry, as parure means “set” in French. This is a combination of matching earrings, brooch, necklace and bracelet (although other accessories can also be included). Find antique and vintage parure jewelry sets with the gemstones and stone cuts of your choice on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A set of china refers to a set of tableware. Porcelain, a durable and nonporous kind of pottery made from clay and stone, was first made in China and spread across the world owing to the trade routes to the Far East established by Dutch and Portuguese merchants. Given its origin, English speakers called porcelain “fine china,” an expression you still might hear today. "Fine" indeed — for over a thousand years, it has been a highly sought-after material. A set of china is likely to include dinner plates, bread plates, cups and other items. Find antique and vintage china on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A cordial set refers to a grouping of glasses that are small, stemmed glasses, perfect for serving cocktails at parties or small gatherings. These glasses are typically designed to hold a small amount of cordial — a liqueur flavored with a fruit or spice (in the UK, a cordial might be non-alcoholic). This set will be an excellent addition to your glassware collection. Find a collection of antique and vintage cordial glass sets on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A condiment set is a set of matching jars that are usually paired with a tray or rack. It includes separate containers for spices, herbs, oil and sauces. Find a collection of antique and vintage condiment sets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, all mahjong sets are not the same. Most have 136 to 144 tiles. However, some sets contain even more with extra flower and joker tiles included. Also, the imagery used to decorate the tiles varies from region to region. Shop a selection of mahjong sets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Drink coasters are used to rest a drink so that the surface below is protected from the condensation or heat of a drink. This prevents markings on certain surfaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A tumbler set is a collection of containers used to drink beverages out of. Tumblers are made of various materials such as glass, metal, or melamine. Sets see tumblers grouped in varying quantities such as two, four, or eight, depending on the maker. Shop a range of antique and vintage tumbler sets on 1stDibs.