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Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Black Marble Pedestal Bowl XL
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
A substantial black marble bowl with unique white veining rests atop a pedestal for a grand presentation of fruits and vegetables. Exposure to the acid of citrus fruits can stain...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Marble

Sterling Silver Mint Julep Cup by Garrard & Co. London 1997 - Elizabeth II
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1997 by Garrard & Co., this handsome Sterling Silver Mint Julep Cup, measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 3.5"(9cm) in diameter, and weighs 7.2 troy ounces.
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1990s English Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Contemporary Handmade Ceramic Graham Lamp, Green Glaze
Located in Brooklyn, NY
One of a kind ceramic lamp, hand built and assembled by hand. The lamp base is made with red clay manufactured regionally to the East Coast with custom made copper green glaze. This ...
Category

2010s American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass

Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plate "Elk Head" Stirrup Cup Barware - Hunt Club
Located in St. Louis, MO
Circa 1970s Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plated Elk Head hunting equestrian theme stirrup cup. This drinking / vessel cup can rest on the head or be displayed turned over with th...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Edimate Genuine Copper Champagne Bucket Flared Edge, Handmade in France
Located in Vaudes, FR
Champagne buckets designed and manufactured in French region "Aube", a region renowned for the quality of its Champagne. All the prestige of Champagne with the nobility of pure copp...
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2010s French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass, Copper

Edimate Genuine Copper Champagne Bucket, Handmade in France
Located in Vaudes, FR
Champagne buckets designed and manufactured in French region "Aube", a region renowned for the quality of its Champagne. All the prestige of Champagne with the nobility of pure copp...
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2010s French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Copper

Freezable swizzle stick
Located in Jerusalem, IL
Behold the enchanting alchemy of craftsmanship in our mouth-blown swizzle sticks, a fusion of elegance and functionality. Designed to gracefully stir and cool beverages without alter...
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2010s Palestinian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plate Horse Head Stirrup Cup Barware - Hunt Club
Located in St. Louis, MO
Circa 1970s Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plated Horse Head hunting Equestrian Stirrup Cup. This drinking / vessel cup can rest on the head or be displayed turned over with the he...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver Plate, Metal

Murano Art Glass Bowl
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Murano Art Biomorphic Glass Bowl. It depicts a heart shaped glass. It is white color in the back and in the front, its upper side is red...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Travertine Narrow Bowl
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern travertine bowl from Kiwano. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine bowls ...
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2010s Dutch Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Travertine

American walnut cutting board
Located in Greven, DE
American walnut cutting board. The walnut was glued in multiple layers and cracks, knots, etc. were filled with high-quality epoxy. The surfaces are very finely ground and sealed wit...
Category

2010s German Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Epoxy Resin, Walnut

Signed Carlo Nason Murano Glass Black and White Chrysalis Vase
Located in Troy, MI
Sleek, modern design Chrysalis vase by Murano glass maker Carlo Mason in black and white. Etched maker's mark on underside of base. Excellent pre-owned condition with no flaws found.
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Modern Serving Tray Board Platter Two-tone Wood
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Modern Two-tone Wood Serving Tray Platter 8.5 d x 14.38 w d 1.63 h Rosewood handles Original vintage condition See all images for details
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Late 20th Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Wood, Rosewood

Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plate "Dog Head" Stirrup Cup Barware - Hunt Club
Located in St. Louis, MO
Circa 1970s Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plated Dog Head (English Pointer) hunting equestrian theme stirrup cup. This drinking / vessel cup can rest on the head or be displayed tu...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

French antique set of 3 Baccarat crystal glasses - France - Douai model
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Set of 3 Baccarat crystal glasses, so-called Douai model, composed of : - 1 water glass (15.5cm high) - 1 wine glass (12.3cm high) - 1 port glass (10.3cm high) or white wine glass (i...
Category

20th Century French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Crystal

Duiske Irish Hand Cut Glassware Set
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING A LOVELY (almost Vintage) Duiske Irish Hand Cut Glassware Set. ALL made by the ‘Duiske Glass Company’ in Co. Kilkenny in Ireland, circa 1980...
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20th Century Irish Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Cut Glass

1960s Silver Plated Tea and Coffee Set Designed by G. Coarezza for Mam Milano
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This silver plated Set designed by G. Coarezza for Mam Milano is a testament to the era's elegance and sophistication in design. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this set...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

Irish Galway Crystal 11.5 inch Open Decanter
By Galway
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING A LOVELY Irish Galway Crystal 11.5 inch Open Decanter. Quite RARE! Swan neck design, which tells us it was a ‘decanter’ .. rather than a ‘v...
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Late 20th Century Irish Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Crystal

12 Polo Motif Dinner Plates, Buffalo China for Palm Beach Polo Club
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
12 Polo Motif Dinner Plates, Buffalo China, for Palm Beach Polo Club Buffalo China, Inc., Buffalo, New York, U.S.A., late 20th century  A set of twelve ...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Cutting board made of bog oak refined with silver expocide resin
Located in Greven, DE
Cutting board made from 3000 year old bog oak from the Vennermoor (near Münster). The bog oak was glued in multiple layers and cracks, branches, etc. were filled with high-quality ep...
Category

2010s German Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Epoxy Resin, Walnut

1997 Espresso Cups by A.R. Penk
By A.R. Penck (Ralf Winkler)
Located in Weesp, NL
Espresso cups by A.R. Penck, 1997 A beautiful and very rare set of espresso cups designed by A.R. Penck in 1997 for the Illy collection. The set ...
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1990s Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Chrome "Top Hat" Toothpick Holder / Shot Glass Chase Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool chrome "top hat" toothpick Holder / shot glass by Chase Co., circa 1940s. The piece is in good condition and measures 2.625"D x 2"H. It is marked "Chase" with company log...
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20th Century American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Chrome

Cutting board made of bog oak refined with copper-colored expocide resin
Located in Greven, DE
Cutting board made from 3000 year old bog oak from the Vennermoor (near Münster). The bog oak was glued in multiple layers and cracks, branches, etc. were filled with high-quality ep...
Category

2010s German Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Epoxy Resin, Oak

Epoxy cast walnut cutting board with strong character
Located in Greven, DE
American walnut cutting board. The walnut was glued in multiple layers and cracks, knots, etc. were filled with high-quality epoxy. The surfaces are very finely ground and sealed wit...
Category

2010s German Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Epoxy Resin, Walnut

Cutting board made of walnut and cast with epoxy
Located in Greven, DE
American walnut cutting board. The walnut was glued in multiple layers and cracks, knots, etc. were filled with high-quality epoxy. The surfaces are very finely ground and sealed wit...
Category

2010s German Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Epoxy Resin, Walnut

Hand-Wrought Sterling Silver Mushroom Salt & Pepper Shaker Signed by Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
This elegant modernist salt shaker and pepper shaker were handcrafted and signed by Buccellati in Italy. The set features a cluster of three trumpet mushroom. The larger one represen...
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

WIT Mug / Orange by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
The WIT cup is a multifunctional vessel with a playful stem. It can become your favorite coffee cup, a dessert bowl, a container for pens, or other favorite accessories. WIT chalices...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Clay

A Pair of Blenko Glass Works Genie Bottle Decanters with Solid Glass Stoppers
Located in San Francisco, CA
A good example of Blenko hand-blown glass, each with long neck above a bulbous body fitted with a water-drop solid glass stopper all in a cerulean blue clear glass; with pontil marks...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Straia Tray
Located in Dubai, AE
The Straia tray is the first element of our Articles Collection. These articles are intended to enhance daily routines by beautifying the most mundane activities. The tray is an extension of the Intersekt line, approached in small scale. Following our craftsmanship standards, it is hand-crafted in solid oak wood to provide longevity and allow it to age gracefully with use. It has been treated with a clear, matte sealant to easily maintain a clean surface. The millimetrical grooves around the double legs remain as a signature statement from the Intersekt collection. The tray can be used for daily tea, coffee, or as part of a matcha set...
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2010s Emirian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Wood, Oak

Vintage nutcracker
Located in PARIS, FR
Silver-plated walnut-shaped nutcracker, 1970s. Perfect condition. LP2535
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20th Century French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Metal

SHARON MCNAMARA - 'Tribute to Monet' - Studio Glass Tray - Canada - Circa 2000
Located in Chatham, ON
SHARON MCNAMARA - Tribute to Monet - Contemporary studio glass serving tray - signed and titled on the back - made at Kiln Art - Chester, Nova Scotia - Canada - circa 2000. Excellen...
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Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Transgrid wood tray - Set (Imbuia - 3 pieces)
Located in São Paulo, BR
The name TRANSGRID is the union of the words TRANSFORMATION and GRID. This junction created a third word representing the transgression of the orthogonal, regular and Cartesian geome...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Wood

1295 Murano Set Bicchieri e Caraffa in vetro soffiato di Murano Verde Smeraldo
Located in Venice, VE
Benvenuti nell'esclusivo mondo dell'arte del vetro di Murano, dove la tradizione artigianale incontra l'eleganza senza tempo. Presentiamo con orgoglio il nostro set di 6 bicchieri e ...
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2010s Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Silver-Plated Bowl With Frogs Handles by Emilia Castillo, Mexico 21st Cent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your dining experience with this exquisite Large Silver-Plated Bowl with Frog Handles by renowned Mexican artist Emilia Castillo. Hand crafted in Taxco Guerrero at the shop o...
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Early 2000s Mexican Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of Sylvester And Tweety Bird Salt & Pepper
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Set of Sylvester and Tweety Bird Salt & Pepper. It depicts a glazed hand painted colorful salt and pepper container shaped as the Warner Bros figurines of Sylvester ( heigh...
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20th Century Chinese Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Scearce George Dubya Bush New Century Mint Julep Cup
Located in New York, NY
Dubya-era sterling silver mint julep. Made by Scearce in Shelbyville, Kentucky. Straight and tapering sides, and beaded and molded rim and foot. A great barware cup from the surprisi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

UCHO Mug / Choco brown by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
Funny, capacious, and handy – that's what UCHO is all about, the first mug in the OKO Family that begins a new chapter in the brand's history. The mug has a sturdy handle shaped like...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Clay

Travertine Angled Wine Cooler
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
This travertine angled wine cooler is designed by us and hand crafted by the artisans within the fair-trade principles. The natural properties of travertine will keep your wine chilled...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Travertine

WIT Mug / Orange / Ecru by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
The WIT cup is a multifunctional vessel with a playful stem. It can become your favorite coffee cup, a dessert bowl, a container for pens, or other favorite accessories. WIT chalices...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Clay

Giraffe Handpainted Iron Tray
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Handpainted Giraffe iron tray this product is unique and handmade and can be used as a serving tray of just as a decorative item
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Iron

Zebra Handpainted Iron Tray
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Handpainted Zebra iron tray this product is unique and handmade and can be used as a serving tray of just as a decorative item
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Iron

Silver Travertine Cylinder Bowl with Lid
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern travertine bowl from Kiwano. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine vases ...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Travertine

Travertine Cylinder Bowl with Lid
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern travertine bowl from Kiwano. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine vases ...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Travertine

WIT Mug / Candy / Ecru by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
The WIT cup is a multifunctional vessel with a playful stem. It can become your favorite coffee cup, a dessert bowl, a container for pens, or other favorite accessories. WIT chalices...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Clay

'Alchemica Old Fashioned Set’ 2 Hand Blown Glasses and Bottle by Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
'Alchemica Old Fashioned Set' hand-blown glasses and bottle by Simone Cresttani. The set includes two old-fashioned glasses and a glass bottle...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

Travertine Vase and Wine Cooler
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Our wine cooler is designed by us and hand crafted by the artisans within the fair-trade principles. Crafted from a natural travertine stone, this vessel will be sure to win your he...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Travertine

Hand Dyed Linen Napkins, Jade Green & Indigo Blue, Set of Four
Located in New York, NY
Jade green linen napkins, set of four, dyed with indigo in Pleat pattern. Hand-dyed and sewn in New York City. Napkins measure approximately 18 x 18 inches. Each linen napkin is hand...
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2010s American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Linen

Silver Travertine Cake Stand
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Put your delectable desserts on a pedestal with this gorgeous travertine cake stand from Kiwano. Hand crafted by Turkish artisans, this stylish d...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Travertine

Modernist Columbia Aluminum Chess Set by Scott Wolfe
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Columbia aluminum chess set by Scott Wolfe. Chess board measures 15.75" wide. Chess pieces vary in height and the tallest one is 5".
Category

1970s American Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Aluminum

1980s Modernist Lucite and Silver Plated Oval Tray by B & B Genova
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This Oval Tray by B & B Genova embodies the spirit of its era, combining modernist aesthetics with luxurious materials to create a visually striking and functional piece of decor, it...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

UCHO Mug / Yellow by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
Funny, capacious, and handy – that's what UCHO is all about, the first mug in the OKO Family that begins a new chapter in the brand's history. The mug has a sturdy handle shaped like...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Clay

Travertine Vase and Wine Cooler
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Our silver travertine vase is designed by us and hand crafted by the artisans within the fair-trade principles. Crafted from a natural travertine stone, this vase will be sure to wi...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Travertine

Handapainted Coral ceramic dinner plates
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
handpainted coral ceramic plates Made in italy, ceramic A piece of italian craftsmanship on your table
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Printed Suzani Cotton Tablecloth
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
An amazing printed cotton ikat tablecloth in black and white.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Cotton

1980s Modernist Yellow and White Murano Glass Ice Bucket by Venini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Venini, a prestigious Italian glassmaking company, is renowned for its exquisite Murano glass creations, which are synonymous with quality and sophistication. In collaboration with A...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

WIT Mug / Candy pink by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
The WIT cup is a multifunctional vessel with a playful stem. It can become your favorite coffee cup, a dessert bowl, a container for pens, or other favorite accessories. WIT chalices...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Clay

Pair of Sculptural White Ceramic Kawa Vase 12, Organic Modern porcelain
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pair of tall porcelain flower vases with a textured exterior surface and clear glazed interior. As a result of the production process, each vase is one-of-a-kind. Dimensions 6" d...
Category

2010s American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain

Pair of Modernist Chrome and Cobalt Candle Holders by Chase Co
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair of modernist chrome and cobalt candle holders by Chase & Co., circa 1940s. The chrome design features a 2.5" round cup on a coba...
Category

20th Century American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Chrome

Modern serveware, ceramics, silver and glass for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern serveware, ceramics, silver and glass for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage serveware, ceramics, silver and glass created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern serveware, ceramics, silver and glass made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, popular names associated with this style include Barberini & Gunnell, Pieruga Marble, Mosche Bianche, and Coralla Maiuri. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for serveware, ceramics, silver and glass differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $15 and tops out at $153,375 while the average work can sell for $604.

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