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Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass For Sale
Creator: Piero Fornasetti
Creator: Christofle
Lino Sabattini For Christofle Circular Cocktail Tray c.1950
Located in Bath, GB
A stunning modernist circular cocktail tray designed by the world famous Lino Sabattini for famous Orfevrerie Christofle, a magical combination of quality and minimalist design. Jus...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Christofle oyster forks, set of 6
Located in PARIS, FR
Set of 6 silver-plated oyster forks stamped by Christofle. In good condition. LP2136
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Late 20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Rubans by Christofle Silverplate Flatware Service 12 Set 171 pcs France Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
With a dedication to perfection and quality, Christofle flatware creations unite craftsmanship and modern technique, resulting in flatware to be handed down through generations. Crea...
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Early 20th Century French Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Set of 12 Fine French Art Deco Silver plated "Gallia" Knife Rests by Christofle
Located in Long Island City, NY
Set of 12 fine French Art Deco silver plated knife rests designed by Marcel Sandoz for the Gallia collection of Christofle. All 12 animals are different. Original case. Average size...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Art deco silver metal Christofle champagne bottle
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Art deco silver metal Christofle champagne bottle Elegant and beautiful champagne bottle with a geometric design characteristic of art deco signed at the bottom. Measures: Height: 20...
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20th Century French Art Deco Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Metal

Piero Fornasetti Series 8 Coasters Commissioned by Banca Unione Milan
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Complete set of eight porcelain coasters produced in 1970 by Piero Fornasetti; they were expressly commissioned by the Banca Unione of Milan; the graphics with the decoration "Le Monete" represents eight variations on the theme of coins made in black and pure gold with the third firing; the term "third firing" means, in ceramics, the third firing that is applied to an object to add decorations, especially those in pure gold, a technique that requires great skill and precision; the saucers represent in numerical order 1)Boat, 2)Home, 3)idea, 4)Everything, 5)Holidays, 6)Christmas, 7)Student, 8)Car; they are contained in a golden cardboard case. These are Fine collectibles in excellent condition; the saucers were created in 1970 to be given as gifts by Banca Unione of Milan to its customers; they were made by Piero Fornasetti (1931-1988) a versatile and eclectic founder of the design and decorative arts atelier that bears his name. The Banca Unione was established in 1919 by Carlo Feltrinelli, father of Giangiacomo, a publisher very close to the left; among the minority shareholders were Bastogi (the largest Italian financial); since 1968 the bank became the property of the financier and fixer Michele Sindona (1920-1986) who secured the absolute majority along with the Vatican; the Bank dedicated itself to the Italian market by launching an unprecedented commercial policy, in an attempt to reconcile the interests of the institution with socially advanced actions. According to Sindona, in Italy, banks were only interested in the wealthy, snubbing the categories of workers with modest incomes. Sindona overturned this logic and, ahead of his time, sent Banca Unione promoters into the factories. Sindona was a member of the P2 lodge (card no. 0501) and had clear associations with Cosa Nostra and the Gambino family in the United States. Involved in the Calvi affair, he was behind the murder of Giorgio Ambrosoli. He died poisoned...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Set of 5 Iconic Christofle Malmaison Silver Plated Round Presentation Plates
Located in Mérida, YU
Set a refined and elegant table with a silver plated charger/presentation plate in the Malmaison pattern. It goes under dinner plates for added pop. One of Christofle's most historic...
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1990s French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Vintage Fornasetti 70s for Winston - Collectible Ceramic Ashtray, Variazione 212
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Dive into the world of collectible ceramics with this vintage Fornasetti 70s ashtray from the iconic ‘Tema e Variazioni’ series, crafted in the Seventies for Winston brand. Adorned w...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic

Penguin Silver Plated Bottle Opener for Christofle 1970s
Located in Munich, DE
Christofle Selection silver plated bottle opener modelled as a penguin with blue glass sapphire eyes.
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Piero Fornasetti Ashtray, Black and Gilt Compass Rose, Milano, Italy, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Piero Fornasetti ashtray, black and gilt compass rose, Milano, Italy, 1950s. An everyday object combining function with refined exclusivity and artistic detailing. Placing this ashtr...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Marly by Christofle France Silverplate Flatware Service Set 51 Pcs Dinner Unused
Located in Big Bend, WI
Created in 1897, this pattern owes its name to the Marly Chateau built near Paris by Louis XIV. Marly is one of the most elaborately decorated patterns of the collection; the fine ch...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Perles by Christofle France Silverplate Flatware Service 12 Set 48 pcs Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
The Louis XVI-style Perles pattern, which features a single delicate line of beading reminiscent of a classic pearl necklace, was introduced in 1876. Launched in 1890, this pattern i...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

1980s Modernist Silver Plated French Wine Cooler by Christofle
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This French Wine Cooler by Christofle is a sleek and elegant piece of barware, reflecting the minimalist and contemporary design trends of the era. It has been crafted from high-qual...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Fornasetti, "Cammei" porcelain plate, mid 20th century
Located in Uppsala, SE
Plate from the "Cammei" series by Pierro Fornasetti for his own company Fornasetti. Made in the late 20th century. Stamped Fornasetti on the bottom. Good vintage condition with norma...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Christofle et Cie Malmaison Pattern Silverplate Wine Coaster
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, vintage silverplated wine coaster. By Christofle. In the Malmaison pattern. With the typical lotus leaf border and a stylized starburst center. Perfect for any well-set t...
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20th Century French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Christofle Art Deco Tazza Late 20th Century
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Christofle Art Deco tazza Date : Has the chess piece mark used by Christofle since 1983 - this piece dates from the late 20th century Origin : France Decoration : Large ope...
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1990s French Art Deco Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Set of 4 Vintage Silver Plate Christofle Knife Rests
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of 4 Vintage Silver Plate Christofle Knife Rests. These rests have never been used and are still in their original packaging.
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1990s French Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Christofle, Paris - Rare Grand Art Deco Tray c.1940
Located in Bath, GB
An absolutely stunning large silver plated tray with a striking border and two grand shaped palm leaf handles by Maison Christofle of Paris. Just back from our silversmiths workshop...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Piero Fornasetti "Mitologia" Coasters in Original Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
Piero Fornasetti "Mitologia" coasters in original box, Italy, circa 1950s. Nice to find them in their original box, however tattered. This set original...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Christofle, 5pc. Silver Plate Empire Style Tea Set with Tray - Museum Quality !
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from Paris, a magnificent 5-piece French antique Empire style silver-plate tea set by France’s premier silversmith “Christofle” – Silversmith to the King. Each piece in this ...
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Set of 9 Christofle Dessert Knives, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of 9 Christofle dessert knives, 20th century. Set of 9 silver-plated dessert knives by the Maison Christofle, 1980-1990. h: 2cm, w: 20cm, d: 1.5cm
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20th Century French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Piero Fornasetti Original Hand Painted Italian Tray, 1950s
Located in Coronado, CA
Black lacquered metal tray with hand painted images of squashes, pumpkins, and gourds, made in the 1950s by the workshop of Piero Fornasetti. The striking, vivid colors against the b...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Metal

Piero Fornasetti Ceramic Set of Neo-classical Gold Coasters, Mitologia Pattern
Located in Downingtown, PA
Piero Fornasetti Ceramic Set of Neo-classical Gold Coasters, Mitologia Pattern, Mythology Pattern, Original Faux Bois Box, 1950s Dimensions: 4 1/8 inches diameter x 1/2 inch high T...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic

Piero Fornasetti Astrolabe Porcelain Plate 1968
Located in Naples, IT
Porcelain plate No. 4 from the twelve-piece Astrolabe series designed by Piero Fornasetti between 1965 and 1976. Each plate depicts an Astrolabe, an elaborate inclinometer from class...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Christofle French Silverplate Hotel De France Oyster Forks- Set of 6
Located in Ross, CA
Hotel silver oyster /seafood forks crafted by Christofle in France in the 1960's. Made in the Vendome pattern for the Hotel de France.
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1960s European French Provincial Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

America by Christofle Silverplate Flatware Service for 18 Dinner Set 123 pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
With a dedication to perfection and quality, Christofle flatware creations unite craftsmanship and modern technique, resulting in flatware to be handed down through generations. Fo...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Christofle - 4pc. French Antique Louis XVI Silver Plate Tea Set + Tray, MINT !
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from Paris, a magnificent 5-piece French antique Louis XVI style silver-plate tea set by France’s premier silversmith “Christofle” – Silversmith to the King. Each piece in th...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Christofle Silver Plate Ice Bucket in the Talisman Pattern with Brown Enamel
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Silver plate wine / champagne bucket by Christofle in the "Talisman" pattern., having brown enameled bar handles with silver capped ends on central curved stems from the sides of a t...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate, Enamel

Christofle silver-plated wine and champagne cooler with caddy circa 1935
Located in Saint Rémy de Provence, FR
Christofle silver-plated champagne or wine cooler and bucket, circa 1935. In very good condition, it has all these items with their hallmarks. The bucket tilts to pour wine or cham...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Piero Fornasetti Astrolabe Porcelain Plate 1968
Located in Naples, IT
Porcelain plate No. 5 from the twelve-piece Astrolabe series designed by Piero Fornasetti between 1965 and 1976. Each plate depicts an Astrolabe, an elaborate inclinometer from class...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Antique 19th Century French Silver Plated Figural Centrepiece, Christofle c.1880
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century French grandiose silver-plated figural Jardinière takes center stage, accompanied by a pair of finely crafted mermen supporting an elongated dish in rococo style...
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1880s French Other Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver

158-Piece Set Silver Plated Tableware - Christofle - Perles - for 12 Persons
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A great set silver plated tableware, complete for 12 persons, made by the French brand Christofle. The name of the model is Perles. A classic and timeless design that will fit in an...
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Early 2000s French Louis Philippe Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Cluny by Christofle France Silverplate Flatware Service Set 36 pieces Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
With a dedication to perfection and quality, Christofle flatware creations unite craftsmanship and modern technique, resulting in flatware to be handed down through generations. Din...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Christofle Wine or Champagne Cooler Bucket, Model Ormesson
Located in AMSTERDAM, NH
Vintage Christofle France silver plated wine or champagne cooler or ice bucket. A stunning vintage champagne bucket or cooler in silver plate, a hefty quality piece by the famous Fr...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

A Pair of French Christofle "Trianon" Silver Plate Candelabra
Located in Atlanta, GA
Christofle (French, founded 1830), L 20th century. Each silver plate candelabrum with a convertible candlestick column with knopped stem on a swirled rocaille base issuing five radi...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Christofle Pair of Silver Plated Ice Buckets
Located in Northampton, GB
Modelled as novelty buckets with looping handles and ribbed bodies plated in silver with a high-quality finish. The buckets are hallmarked to the base with the Gallia Factory mark of a Cockerel with the words Gallia, FRANCE, the Christofle silver plate mark of the OC...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Metal, Silver Plate

Aria by Christofle France Sterling Silver Flatware Service 12 Set 79 pcs in box
Located in Big Bend, WI
With a dedication to perfection and quality, Christofle flatware creations unite craftsmanship and modern technique, resulting in flatware to be handed down through generations. Exc...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Fornasetti Dog Bowl, round concave tray, Gordon Setter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Portman Gallery (Brooklyn, NY) is joyously offering this vintage Fornasetti hollow concave ceramic dog bowl, green glaze with gilding, in very, very good vintage condition. I have n...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic

Christofle Barware Silver Plate Bottle Holder Wine Pourer Server
Located in Atlanta, GA
Silversmith Christofle, Paris, designed this lovely Art Deco silver plate metal bottle holder, wine pourer, or server. The streamlined shape of this table accessory has a sleek desig...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Metal, Silver Plate

Vintage French Antique CHRISTOFLE "Rubans" Box Silver Plated Dessert Cutlery
Located in BAAMBRUGGE, NL
Vintage French silver plated Dessert (or Lunch) cutlery set with cassete (box) of CHRSTOFLE pattern-shape "RUBANS" Good condition. Please keep in mind that you are buying antique old vintage cutlery...
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1960s French Romantic Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Set of 4 Golden & White Ceramic Small Coaster, Fornasetti Mitologia Series
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This Fornasetti Mitologia set includes four 4 inch (10.5 cm) coasters, . These are in very good condition considering their age, with slight fading of the gold and some very light sc...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Gold Plate

Christofle Antique Silver Plated Citrus Hand Press or Lemon Squeezer
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique citrus press or juicer was made by the renowned Christofle Silver Company of France and dates to approximately 1920 and done in an Ed...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Set of 5 Christofle Oceana Rouge Dinner Plates
Located in Mérida, YU
Set of 5 Oceana Rouge Dinner Plates excellent condition.
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1990s French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Christofle (Gallia) - 5pc. French Antique Silver Plate Tea Set, Museum Quality.
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from Paris, a magnificent 5 piece silver-plate Collection Gallia, Louis XVI model tea set by France’s premier silversmith “Christofle – Silversmith to the King” and each piece...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Christofle silver Napoleon corkscrew - Rotary club
Located in Lugo, IT
Napoleon Corkscrew in Silver Christofle Rotary club Christmas 1976 incuse as pictured Good conditions. Thank you
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1970s French Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver

Cocktail Shaker by Christofle Paris, Art Deco Silverplate
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Beautiful Art Deco Silverplate Cocktail Shaker by Christofle Rectangular body with bevelled shaped corners on a flat base. Measurements 19 centimeters height 8,5 centimeters width...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Pair of 19th Century Cut-Glass and Silvered Bronze Compotes by Christofle
Located in London, GB
Pair of 19th century cut-glass and silvered bronze compotes by Christofle French, 19th Century Height 30cm, diameter 25cm Crafted in the lavish Rococo Revival style, this exquisit...
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19th Century French Rococo Revival Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate, Bronze

Christofle Flatware, Rubans Style, Service Set 143 pieces in Silverplated
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Wonderful Christofle Flatware Service Set 143 pieces in Silverplated Made in Argentina Total 143 Pieces Table Cutlery Set: 12 Forks Dinner - 21 centimeters 12 Forks Salad - 17.5 c...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Christofle Silverware Set, 37 pieces
Located in PARIS, FR
A Christofle flatware set, Pompadour model. The set includes twelve large spoons, twelve forks, twelve small spoons, and one large ladle. In ve...
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Late 20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Metal

1950s French Christofle Fleuron Collection Silver Plate and Crystal Ice Bucket
Located in London, GB
1950s French modernist silver-plate and gently ribbed crystal ice bucket or wine cooler designed by silversmith Christofle for its Fleuron Collection. This simple minimalist but inc...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Crystal, Silver Plate

Soli E Lune Sun and Moon Pattern Ceramic Coasters by Piero Fornasetti
Located in Downingtown, PA
Piero Fornasetti Ceramic Coasters, "Soli e Lune" Pattern 1970s-80s This set of eight ceramic coasters features the "Soli e Lune" (Suns and Moons) pattern by the renowned Italian d...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic

Elegant Christofle Wine Cart with Grape Leaf Motif
Located in Bruxelles, BE
This exquisite wine cart, crafted by the renowned French silversmith Christofle, epitomizes sophistication and functionality. Dating back to the late 19th century, it features delica...
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Set of 6 Vintage Knife Rests in silver metal edited by Christofle, Paris
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This is a set of six vintage knife rests in silver metal edited by Christofle, Paris. The stands are silver plated over brass and are marked Christofle on the center rod.
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate, Brass

Christofle Art Deco Knife Rests, Set Of 12
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite set of silverplate Art Deco knife rests adds an elegant touch to the formal dining table. Designed by Marcel Sandoz for the Gallia collection of Christofle, each rest ...
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20th Century French Art Deco Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

1990s Modernist Silver Plated French Ice Bucket by Christofle
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This French Ice Bucket by Christofle is a sleek and elegant piece of barware, reflecting the minimalist and contemporary design trends of the era. It has been crafted from high-quali...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Piero Fornasetti Pin Tray or Ashtray
Located in Downingtown, PA
Piero Fornasetti Ceramic Pin Tray or Ashtray, 1950s-60s, This rectangular ceramic tray features raised sides and a playful design by Piero Fornasetti. Two contrasting hearts, one ye...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic

Set of 12 Silver plate Art Deco Christofle Knives Holder, 1930s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very nice set of 12 art deco knife holders in silver metal. This charming knife holder set was designed by Swiss artist Edouard Sandoz for Christofle. Each knife holder is silver p...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Piero Fornasetti Porcelain Conchiglie Seashell Plate With Snails and Mollusks
Located in Downingtown, PA
Piero Fornasetti Porcelain Conchiglie Seashell Plate With Snails and Mollusks, #8, Circa 1960s-70s The Fornasetti plate is decorated in the Conchiglie pattern which depicts differen...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Antique and Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

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