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Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass For Sale
Creator: Ettore Sottsass
Creator: Gorham Manufacturing Company
Chantilly by Gorham Duchess Sterling Silver Tea Set 5pc All Hand Chased '#6966'
Located in Big Bend, WI
Chantilly by Gorham Exceptional Chantilly by Gorham Duchess sterling silver five-piece tea set - all hand chased. This set includes: 1 - Coffee Pot: Marked #732, measures 9" x ...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Pair of Antique Gorham Victorian Cut-Glass & Sterling Silver Decanters
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Victorian cut-glass and sterling silver decanters. Made by Gorham in providence in 1891. Each: moon body with large stylized flower head on both sides and diaper and stars on front and back. C-scroll handle...
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1890s American Victorian Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Alessi 4 Parts Hors d'oeuvres Service Crystal Glass Designed Ettore Sottsass
Located in Miami, FL
This Listing offers the Alessi 4 compartments Hors d'oeuvres service in crystal glass designed by Ettore Sottsass, made in Italy, circa 1970s. Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Barware in minimalism design and heavy lead crystal. All 4 Triangle shaped bowls have the golden Alessi Label. Practical to serve Your favorite Dish at Your Holiday or Family Dinner...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Crystal

Lyric by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 6 Set 24 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Lyric by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set - 24 Pieces. Great starter set! This set includes: 6 Knives, 8 7/8" 6 Forks, 7 1/4" 6 Salad Forks, ...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Gorham Victorian Classical Baby Cup in Medallion-Inspired Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Victorian sterling silver baby cup. Made by Gorham in Providence, circa 1890. Straight and gently upward tapering sides and scroll-bracket handle. Applied cast oval medallions that d...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Ettore Sottsass Memphis Egizia Silver Blue Art Glass Bowl, 1990s
Located in Munich, DE
Beautiful and rare find Egizia art glass bowl, designed by Ettore Sottsass. This thick and heavy cobalt blue bowl is decorated with hand silk-screened...
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1990s Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Murano Glass

Edgemont Gold by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 12 Service 52 pc Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Originally issued in 1987, Edgemont Gold by Gorham has symmetrical flutes that adorn the end of the flatware, flaring in an unmistakable pattern. Edgemont Gold Accent by Gorham St...
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Late 20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Decor by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 51 Pcs Dinner Size
Located in Big Bend, WI
Large and heavy Dinner Size Decor by Gorham sterling silver flatware set - 51 pieces. This set includes: 12 Dinner Size Knives, 9 5/8" 12 Dinner Size Forks, 7 3/4" 12 Salad Forks, 6...
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1950s Rococo Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Bowl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are delighted to offer this sterling silver bowl by Gorham Silver Company of Providence, Rhode Island. It has a fluted rim with a scalloped edge. Manufactured after WWII, it refle...
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1940s American Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Gorham Craftsman Hand Hammered Sterling Silver Porringer
Located in New York, NY
Craftsman sterling silver porringer. Made by Gorham in Providence, ca 1910. Traditional form. Unusual open geometric handle. Allover spot hammering. ...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

La Scala by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service For 8 Set 41 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
For a dramatic statement, this glamorous pattern brings three-dimensional opulence to your table. Introduced in 1964, the finely tooled design incorporates deeply carved borders with lavish scrollwork enhanced by intermittent floral details and a striking rosette crowning the neck. Significant weight and uncompromising craftsmanship lend a luxurious note to traditional and formal settings to wow your guests and provide the ultimate finishing touch to all of your meals. LA SCALA BY GORHAM...
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1960s Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Imperial Chrysanthemum Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 67 Pcs Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner Size Imperial Chrysanthemum by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set, 67 pieces. This pattern was designed by William Codman for ...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Imperial Chrysanthemum Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 67 Pcs Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner Size Imperial Chrysanthemum by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set, 67 pieces. This pattern was designed by William Codman for ...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Celeste by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 36 Pcs Mid Century Mod
Located in Big Bend, WI
In the mid to late 1950's "space age silver" was all the rage. In 1957, the year of Sputnik, star-studded sterling flatware was continuing to be designed and released, which continued all through the 60's. President Kennedy's mission in 1961 to reach the moon culminated the successful voyage of the Apollo 11 spacecraft in 1969. It was an exciting time in space...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Set of twelve silver-plated bronze Queen hand bells by Gorham
Located in London, GB
Set of twelve silver-plated bronze Queen hand bells by Gorham American, Late 20th Century Height 13cm, diameter 6cm A set of six pairs, each depicting significant royal figures from...
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20th Century American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate, Bronze

Sterling Silver Water Pitcher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Oval shaped with delicate etching around the top and middle of the pitcher. Notice the elegant shape of the handle and the indentations throughout the body. This piece is sure to cat...
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Early 1900s American Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Princess Patricia by Durg Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 90 Pcs Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Princess Patricia by Durgin / Gorham sterling silver dinner size flatware set - 90 pieces. This set includes: 12 dinner size knives, 9 1/2" 12 di...
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Early 20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Cinnamon Model Teapot by Ettore Sottsass for Alessio Sarri Editions
Located in Milan, Italy
Cinnamon is one of the teapots from the "The Indian Memory" collection designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1987 and now re-edited by Alessio Sarri. All the pieces in the collection are s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic

Antique Gorham Sterling Silver 341 Bowl Large 10 oz .925 306g
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Gorham sterling silver bowl #341. A large bowl featuring a beaded ring and rope twist rim design. Measures: 9.5".  
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Early 20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Shell Aka Hampton by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 60 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gorham sterling shell (formerly Hampton 1913) by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set - 60 pieces. This set includes: 12 Knives, 9 1/4" 12 Forks...
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21st Century and Contemporary Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Gorgeous Gorham Japonesque Sterling Silver Flask with Cranes & Bamboo
Located in New York, NY
Japonesque sterling silver flask. Made by Gorham in Providence in 1878. Ovoid with flat front and back, short neck, and chained, threaded, and cork-lined cover. Engraved bamboo, cran...
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1870s American Japonisme Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Shamrock v by Gorham Sterling Silver Tea Set 3pc + Tray #A41503
Located in Big Bend, WI
Shamrock V by Gorham Gorgeous Art Deco Shamrock V by Gorham (circa 1931) sterling silver 3-piece tea set plus tray. This set includes: 1 - Tea Pot: ...
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1930s American Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Antique Gorham Art Nouveau Sterling Silver & Crystal Whiskey Decanter
Located in New York, NY
Turn-of-the-century Art Nouveau sterling silver and crystal decanter. Made by Gorham in Providence. Ovoid crystal bowl with cut and engraved ornament: Beaded horse...
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Antique Gorham Art Nouveau Red Silver Overlay Perfume
Located in New York, NY
Turn-of-the-century Art Nouveau glass perfume with engraved silver overlay. Made by Gorham in Providence. Globular with short neck and everted rim in silver collar. Ball stopper. Ope...
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver

Edgemont Gold by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 12 Service 77 pc Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Originally issued in 1987, Edgemont Gold by Gorham has symmetrical flutes that adorn the end of the flatware, flaring in an unmistakable pattern. Edgemont Gold Accent by Gorham st...
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Late 20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cambridge by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 90 Pcs Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner size Cambridge by Gorham sterling silver flatware set - 90 pieces. This set includes: 12 dinner size knives w/blunt plated blades, 9 3/4"...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Gorham Chantilly-Duchess Sterling Silver 3-Light Candelabra
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Chantilly Duchess sterling silver 3-light candelabra. Made by Gorham in Providence. Each: Central socket mounted with 2-scroll arms, each ter...
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Mid-20th Century American Edwardian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Golden Scroll by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Place Size Service 38 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gorgeous Golden Scroll by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set, 38 pieces. This set includes: 8 Knives, 9 1/8" 8 Forks, 7 3/8" 8 Salad Forks, 7" 8 T...
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Late 20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Rucola Ceramic Plate, by Ettore Sottsass from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Rucola ceramic dinner plate was originally designed by Ettore Sottsass, in 1985, as part of a series of decorative plates. The playful names of the design items are a reminder of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic

Victorian Sterling Silver-Mounted Decanter and 4 Matching Glasses, Gorham
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Period, sterling silver-mounted decanter with hinged lid and having four matching glasses, Gorham Manufacturing Company, Providence, Rhode Island, year-hallmarked for 1894....
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1890s American Victorian Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

King Edward by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 16 Service 96 pcs Place New
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental unused Place Size King Edward by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set, 96 pieces. This set includes: The King Edward pattern lends a regal flair to your table décor. The i...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Christmas Ball Ornament
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are thrilled to offer you this sterling silver Christmas ball ornament made by Gorham Silversmiths of Providence, Rhode Island. It’s beautifully de...
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2010s American Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Neoclassical Style, Victorian Period Sterling Silver Tazza by Gorham
Located in New York, NY
Neoclassical style, Victorian period, sterling silver tazza, Gorham Manufacturing Co., Providence, Rhode Island, year hallmarked for 1901. Decorated with grapes and mythological face...
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Early 1900s American Neoclassical Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Etruscan by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service for 12 Service 79 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Etruscan by Gorham sterling silver flatware set - 79 pieces. This set includes: Six knives, new French blade, 8 1/2" six knives, old French blade, 8 3/4" 12 forks, 7" 12 salad f...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Antique Gorham Victorian Aesthetic Sterling Silver Christening Mug
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Aesthetic sterling silver christening mug. Made by Gorham in Providence in 1894. Straight sides with gently curved base. Curvilinear frame with zigzag and wavy borders betw...
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1890s American Aesthetic Movement Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Dauphin Sterling Silver Mustard Ladle
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are offering a sterling silver mustard ladle in the Dauphin pattern by William B. Durgin (Gorham Silversmiths). Dauphin is one of the most s...
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Early 1900s American Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Cherry Model Teapot by Ettore Sottsass for Alessio Sarri Editions
Located in Milan, Italy
Cherry is one of the teapots from the The Indian Memory collection designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1987 and now re-edited by Alessio Sarri. All the pieces in the collection are signe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Classic Bouquet by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 77 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Classic Bouquet by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set, 77 pieces. The handle design is a bouquet of flowers with pierced and beaded detailing. This se...
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1970s Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Paper Clip
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A sterling silver paper holder/clip; does it get any more unique than this? Have you ever seen one before? We haven’t and we’re thrilled to be offering it. A practical and chic way ...
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1950s American Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Sterling 1915 Candlesticks
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are excited to offer this pair of sterling silver candlesticks dated 1915 by Gorham Silver Co, Providence Rhode Island. They have pretty etching around the base as well as top near the neck. They have an oval base and a tapered body. Gorham sterling antique...
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1910s American Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Baronial by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 28 Pieces Unused New
Located in Big Bend, WI
Unused Baronial New by Gorham, c1973, sterling silver flatware set - 28 pieces. The handles of the forks and spoons are pierced. This set includes: 6 place knives, 9 1/4" 6 place...
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1940s American Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Candlesticks, 1916
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are happy to offer this pair of sterling silver candlesticks in the Plymouth pattern by Gorham Silversmiths, circa 1916. They have a scalloped base and bobeche and the body also h...
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1910s American Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Candlesticks
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pair of sterling silver candlesticks by Gorham Silver Company in the “Plymouth” pattern. A tapered body, an oval vase and a ribbed bobeche. Young, moder...
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1910s American Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Edgemont by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 50 Pcs Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Originally issued in 1987, Edgemont by Gorham has symmetrical flutes that adorn the end of the flatware, flaring in an unmistakable pattern. Dinner size Edgemont by Gorham sterling ...
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Late 20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Rondo by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 12 Service 59 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rondo by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set - 59 Pieces. This set includes: 12 Knives, 8 7/8" 12 Forks, 7 1/4" 12 Salad Forks, 6 5/8" 12 Teaspoons, ...
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1950s American Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Ettore Sottsass Candelstick / Candle Holder, Silver Plate for Swid Powell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is one icon of Post Modern design by the well known architect Ettore Sottsass.
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Andante by Gorham Sterling Silver Set for 12 Service 77 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Andante by Gorham c1963 sterling silver Flatware set - 77 Pieces. This set includes: 12 Knives, 9 1/8" 12 Forks, 7 1/4" 12 Salad Forks, 6 3/4" 12 Teaspoons, 6" 12 Place Soup Spoons, ...
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1960s Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Antique Gorham Edwardian Regency Sterling Silver Platter Tray
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Regency sterling silver platter tray. Made by Gorham in Providence in 1915. Oval well with paneled curvilinear shoulder and reeded r...
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1910s American Edwardian Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

1912 Gorham Sterling Bowl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This oblong shaped bowl has a scalloped edge and base. Along the rim, a string of beads follows the shape of the bowl. On each end flowers and garlands...
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1910s American Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Red Aluminum Ice Bucket, Pear Shaped, by Ettore Sottsass
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare pear shaped aluminum ice bucket with brass stem designed by Ettore Sottsass, 1950s. No dents or significant scratches. Signs of light wear, wi...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Aluminum, Brass

Ettore Sottsass, Glazed Ceramic Bowl, Bitossi, Italy 1968
Located in Berlin, DE
Ettore Sottsass, ceramic bowl from the 'Hollywood Collection`, designed 1968. Signed: 'Ettore Sottsass, Montelupo, Bitossi'. No chips or cracks, excellent condition.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic

20th Century Ettore Sottsass RSVP Centerpiece Mod. Indigo in Colored Glass
Located in Turin, Turin
Beatiful vase or centerpiece designed in the beginning of 2000 by the great italian designer Ettore Sottsass for RSVP. The centerpiece is entirely in colored glass, 10 mm thick. Th...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Glass

Antique Art Nouveau American Sterling Silver Tyg Presentation / Champagne Cup
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique American sterling silver tyg presentation / champagne cup in the Art Nouveau style; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection. This exceptional antique American sterling silver tyg presentation / champagne cup has a circular waisted shaped form onto a circular shaped spreading foot. The lower portion of the shaped body of this tyg* cup is embellished with impressive embossed and chased scrolling leaf ornamentation in the Art Nouveau style, paralleling the shaped foot. The anterior surface of the body is ornamented with the contemporary engraved initials 'IWS'. The upper and lower rims of the vessel are encompassed with applied moulded borders. This impressive silver cup is fitted with three cast sterling silver C shaped handles accented with a three-dimensional ribbon tied reed decoration, with impressive organic terminals. The underside of this exceptional example of antique silver bears the contemporary engraved inscription 'Presented to Jean W Stevenson as a token to commemorate her engagement to Edward H Graves from his father Henry Graves, January 17th 1899'. This versatile cup is a substantial size and if required could be used as a wine/bottle cooler; with the use of the three handles, this piece could easily be transferred down a dining table. The later hallmarks struck to the underside of this impressive cup include: Maker's mark: G (Gorham Manufacturing Company) Anchor mark: Gorham trademark anchor Silver quality/purity mark: Sterling (925, 925/1000) Registration number: A237 * A tyg is a large English mug...
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1890s American Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

1927 Gorham Candlesticks
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Straight lines, tailored look; octangular body and base. These candlesticks are for the Minimalist, who likes a clean sleek look.  
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1920s American Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Antique Gorham Chantilly-Grand Sterling Silver 3-Piece Coffee Set
Located in New York, NY
Turn-of-the-century Chantilly-Grand sterling silver 3-piece coffee set. Made by Gorham in Providence. This set comprises coffeepot, creamer, and sugar. Scrolled rims, spread and scro...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Large Antique Gorham American Edwardian Flask in Sterling Silver Cage
Located in New York, NY
Large Edwardian flask. Made by Gorham in Providence in 1900. Rectilinear with flat front and back and curved sides in clear glass. Textural easy-grip sterling silver cage with dense ...
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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Golden Wheat by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service 12 Set 53 pieces Scarce
Located in Big Bend, WI
Scarce Golden Wheat by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware set - 53 pieces. This set includes: 12 Knives, 9 1/4" 12 Forks, 7 1/4" 12 Salad Forks, 6 7/8" 12...
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Mid-20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Aesthetic Style Silver Water Pitcher
Located in London, GB
Beautifully crafted antique American sterling silver water jug in the Aesthetic style, with a frosted surface decorated with the most delicate hand-eng...
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Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

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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