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Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass For Sale
Creator: Tapio Wirkkala
Creator: Lunt Silver
Fine Midcentury Tapio Wirkkala Rosenthal Coffee Set Gilt White Porcelain 1960s
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Fine and exquisite Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal studio-linie gilt white porcelain coffee set for 6 persons, Germany around 1960s to 1970s. This set belongs to the cabinet pieces so r...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Iittala Aslak set vintage shot glasses
Located in HEILOO, NL
Vintage glass shot glasses designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala. Model Aslak produced in the 1970s-80s. The glass has a whimsical pattern inspired by nature. Ideal as a drink or...
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Glass

Twenty-Two Piece Set of Sterling Silver and Ebony "Contrast" Flatware by Lunt
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous twenty-two piece set of sterling silver and ebony nylon "Contrast" flatware by Lunt Silver Co.., circa 1950s. The set is in very good vintage condition and is stamped on the...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

A Pair of Tapio Wirkkala, Serving Bowls In Silver & Teak, TW-85, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful pair of leaf shaped silver bowls with teak handles, designed by Tapio Wirkkala and manufactured by Kultakeskus Oy in Finland in the 1960s. A perfect display of Wirkkala i...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver

Scandinavian Modern Tapio Wirkkala - Kultakeskus - Silver Flatware "Tapio" 1960
Located in Helsinki, FI
A rare solid silver "Tapio" flatware set for twelve people by Tapio Wirkkala - Kultakeskus Oy 1957 Total weight 6 kg - 170 pieces
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver

Composition Cutlery Set, Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, Germany 1963
Located in St Ouen, FR
Complete set of 58 place settings by the famous Finnish designer created for Rosenthal and part, since 1963, of the permanent collections of MOMA. Executed in stainless steel it comb...
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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Stainless Steel

Tapio Wirkkala Finnish Silver Leaf Shape Handled Bon Bon Dish
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning mid-century Finnish silver leaf shaped handled bon bon dish designed by Tapio Wirkkala (1915-1985) dated 1965. The dish is of a simple leaf shaped design formed like a hea...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver

Scandinavian Modern Tapio Wirkkala Two Line Cut Crystal Art vases Handblown
Located in EL Waalre, NL
Scandinavian Modern Tapio Wirkkala Two Line Cut Crystal Art vases Handblown A compete set of moldblown crystal Art Object / Vase with vertical cut lines, model 3523. Designed in 194...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Crystal

Monticello by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 12 Service 60 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monticello by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware set - 60 pieces. This set includes: 12 Knives w/ blunt stainless blades, 8 5/8" 12 Forks, 7 1/4" 12 Salad Forks, 6" 12 Teaspoons, 5 3/4" ...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Early Colonial by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 6 Service 36 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Scarce Early Colonial by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware set - 36 pieces. This set includes: 6 Knives, 9 1/8" 6 Forks, 7 5/8" 6 Salad Forks, 6 3/8" 6 Teaspoons, 6 1/8" 6 Place Soup S...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver “Eloquence” Server
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver server by Lunt Silver in the “Eloquence” pattern. First introduced in 1953, Eloquence soon became a popular pattern. It has a floral motif with a...
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1950s American Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Large 'Stellaria' Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Dronten, NL
Large Tapio Wirkkala Stellaria bowl #3450 by Iittala in mould-blown clear glass. Engraved: Tapio Wirkkala 3450. Marked with a remnant of an Iittala sticker. Tapio Wirkkala (1915-198...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Glass

Ice Glass Vase / bowl / centerpiece by Tapio Wirkkala for Humppila, 1960s
Located in Buffalo, NY
Ice Glass Vase / bowl / centerpiece by Tapio Wirkkala for Humppila, 1960s,, Stunning brutalist design,, Amazing blue color,, Retains original label.
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Art Glass

Sterling Silver Art Deco Vanity Mirror
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We just love this Art Deco sterling silver vanity mirror by Lunt Silversmiths. It has that quintessential Art Deco shape and design— notice the two feet in the front. No monogram A f...
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1920s American Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Set 14 Tapio Wirkkala Ultima Thule Glass Dessert Bowls & Serving Bowl Finland
Located in Wayne, NJ
Tapio Wirkkala Ultima Thule Glass Set of 14 Dessert Bowls & 1 Serving Bowl Finland . The Large Bowl measures 4 1/8" high and 6 1/4" diameter. 1...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Glass

Set of 8 Tapio Wirkkala Ultima Thule Glass Highball Glasses Finland 3 Toed
Located in Wayne, NJ
Set of 8 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapio Wirkkala Ultima Thule Glass Glasses . They have a 3 foot / footed bottom. The top lip is approx 3 1/8"...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Glass

Sweetheart Rose by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 34 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Sweetheart rose by Lunt sterling silver flatware set, 34 pieces. This set includes: 8 knives, 9" 8 forks, 7 1/4" 8 salad forks, 6 1/2" 8 teaspoons, 5 ...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Bel Chateau by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 36 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
A masterful statement in fluid French Provincial, the Bel Chateau sterling silver flatware pattern from Lunt is meticulously designed and exhibits elegance in its refined lines. Bel Chateau by Lunt...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Set of 9 Tapio Wirkkala Ultima Thule Glass Wine Champagne Glasses Finland
Located in Wayne, NJ
Set of 9 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapio Wirkkala Ultima Thule Glass Sparkling / Wine Champagne Glasses . The measurements are close to all on a...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Glass

Tapio Wirkkala Ultima Thule Glass Pitcher On Rocks Old Fashioned Glasses Finland
Located in Wayne, NJ
Set of Tapio Wirkkala Ultima Thule Glass Pitcher and 6 Either on the Rocks or Double Old Fashioned Glasses ( measurements are very close on both,...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

Large Venini Vase 'Coreano', Designed by Tapio Wirkkala in 1966
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Venini Vase 'Coreano', Designed by Tapio Wirkkala in 1966 A blue and green a fasce a spirale vase from the Coreani series. Designed in 1966 by Tapio Wirkkala for Venini. Produ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Eloquence by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Service for Eight, Set of 34 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Eloquence by Lunt sterling silver flatware set, 34 pieces. This set includes: Eight knives, 9 1/8", eight forks, 7 3/8", eight salad forks, 6 3/8", eight teaspoons, 6", one serving ...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Malvern by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 81 pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gorgeous Malvern by Lunt sterling silver Flatware set - 48 pieces. This set includes: 12 Knives, 8 3/4" 12 Forks, 7 3/8" 12 Salad Forks, 6 1/2" 12 Teaspoons, 5 3/4" 12 Place Soup Sp...
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1970s Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Tapio Wirkkala Scandinavian modern silver Trumpetti candlesticks Finland 1970's
Located in EL Waalre, NL
Tapio Wirkkala Scandinavian modern silver Trumpetti candlesticks Finland 1970's A pair of Sterling silver “Trumpetti” candlesticks, model TW 284. Designed by Tapio Wirkkala in 1963 ...
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Large Venini Bowl 'Coreano', Designed by Tapio Wirkkala in 1966
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Venini Bowl 'Coreano', Designed by Tapio Wirkkala in 1966 A blue and green a fasce a spirale bowl from the Coreani series. Designed in 1966 by Tapio Wirkkala for Venini. Produ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Scandinavian Modern Tapio Wirkkala Three Line Cut Crystal Art vases Handblown
Located in EL Waalre, NL
Scandinavian Modern Tapio Wirkkala Two Line Cut Crystal Art vases Handblown A complete set of all sizes – turned mold-blown crystal – Artobject “Varsanjalka” or “Foals Foot” with ...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Crystal

Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Studio-Linie Pollo Biscuit Porcelain Vase
Located in Mexico City, MX
A 1970's biscuit porcelain "Pollo" vase by Tapio Wirkkala. Manufactured by Rosenthal Studio-Linie. The iconic vase shows no damage.
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Fine Tapio Wirkkala Gilt White Porcelain Rosenthal Coffee Espresso Tea Set 1960s
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Fine and exquisite Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal studio-linie gilt white porcelain coffee tea or espresso set for 6 persons, Germany around 1960s to 1970s. This set belongs to the cab...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Tapio Wirkkala's Murano glass dish for Venini
Located in Vicenza, VI
Plate by Tapio Wirkkala for Venini, worked in incalmo blown glass with filigree. The incalmo technique consists of hot coupling two blown shapes along their circumference, so as to o...
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1980s Italian Other Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Murano Glass

Quintessence by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 63 pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Displaying a gleaming finish, Quintessence by Lunt has a beautiful teardrop profile with different, intricate flower motifs on each piece. Pieces are heavy and well balanced. Scarce ...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Columbine by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 61 pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Columbine by Lunt Sterling Silver flatware set - 61 pieces. This scarce pattern features a remarkable woven, basket weave-style design with floral detailing. This set includes: 12...
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Late 20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Eloquence by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 58 pieces New
Located in Big Bend, WI
The elegance and quality of Lunt sterling flatware is evident in the Eloquence pattern. This is Lunt's most popular pattern and features pierced handles and baroque motifs. Unused El...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Tapio Wirkkala Tea Set for Rosenthal Series Noire
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of 8 cups with saucers plus pitcher with brass handle. No chips!
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Eloquence by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set, 48 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Eloquence by Lunt sterling silver flatware Service for 12-48 piece set, in excellent condition. This set includes: 12 kniv...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Venini Vase 'Lapponi', Designed by Tapio Wirkkala in 1968
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Venini Vase 'Lapponi', Designed by Tapio Wirkkala in 1968 A rare vase of the Lapponi (laplanders) series designed in 1968 by Tapio Wirkkala for Venini. Thin red and smoke grey glass...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Tapio Wirkkala, Tray, Birch Plywood, Finland, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A birch plywood tray designed by Tapio Wirkkala and produced by Soinne & Knioy, Finland, 1950s
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1950s Finnish Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Birch

Tapio Wirkkala Handmade Silver Boat TW 9, Kultakeskus 1959
Located in Helsinki, FI
Tapio wirkkala was an exceptionally talented designer regardless of the materials used. Although he established super stardom with his art glass objects in the 1950s by winning a num...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver

Tapio Wirkkala, Trays, Birch Plywood, Finland, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of birch plywood trays designed by Tapio Wirkkala and produced by Soinne & Knioy, Finland, 1950s
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Birch

Set of Three "Paper Bag" Stoneware Ceramic Vases by Tapio Wirkkala, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare set of three of late mid century "paper bag" stoneware vases in beige / light brown by Tapio Wirkkala produced by Rosenthal Studio in Germany, 1970s. In good original condition....
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1970s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Stoneware

Tapio Wirkkala Set of Sterling Silver Hand Hammered Cups and a Pitcher
Located in Espoo, FI
Silver pitcher, designed by Tapio Wirkkala, manufactured by Kultakeskus Oy, 1970s. Hand hammered silver. Marked and signed. Good vintage condition, minor patina and wear consistent w...
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Men's Vanity Tray
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver men’s vanity tray. Masculine and understated, it has a sterling silver rim with a mirrored center. Ideal for his cologne...
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1980s American Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Mid Century Modern Glass Dish by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala, 1950s
Located in Brugge, BE
Immerse yourself in the timeless allure of mid-century modern design with this exquisite glass dish crafted by the legendary Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala. Shaped like a delicate leaf, ...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Glass

1970's Tapio Wirkkala 4 Niva Whiskey glasses + Seita Ice Bucket Iittala Finland
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Set of 4 'new' old stock Whiskey 'Niva' Series glasses in original box by Iittalia Finland and a matching 'Seita' ice bucket The perfect gift set for your husband or to impress you...
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Glass, Art Glass

Murano Tapio Wirkkala Art Glass bowl "Inari" turquoise yellow handblown Venini
Located in EL Waalre, NL
A capital “Inari” art-object/bowl, model 537.12, crafted in striking freeblown turquoise, pale yellow and black glass. Designed by the renowned Tapio Wirkkala in 1981-1982, this rare...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass

Rare Tapio Wirkkala Sterling Punch Pourer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Party accessory is also a beautiful sculpture. Ball with spouts is submerged in punchbowl to fill, Additionally, the rosewood handle has opening to accept a tube or tap for shots. Fu...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver

Alexandra by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 40 pieces New
Located in Big Bend, WI
Unused Alexandra by Lunt sterling silver Flatware set, 40 pieces. This set includes: 8 Knives, 9" 8 Forks, 7 3/8" 8 Salad Forks, 6 1/2" 8 Teaspoons, 6" 1 Serving Spoon, 8 1/4" 1 Pie...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Eloquence by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 82 Pieces Huge!
Located in Big Bend, WI
Aptly named, the Lunt Eloquence silverware collection speaks volumes of taste and tradition. First introduced in 1952, the pattern features ornate handl...
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1950s Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Eloquence by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 18 Service 97 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Eloquence by Lunt sterling silver flatware set of 97 pieces. This set for 18 includes: 18 knives, 8 7/8", 18 forks, 7 1/8", 18 salad forks, 6 1/4...
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20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver “Contrast” Salad Set
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver salad fork and spoon in the “Contrast” pattern by Lunt Silversmiths. Made of sterling silver with black nylon handles these are uber modern and ve...
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1970s American Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

4 Iittala of Finland Aslak Tapio Wirkkala Beer Glasses New in Box 60's VW Promo
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare set of 4 original iittala of Finland Aslak 14 1/2 ounce tall beer glasses. and date from the 1960's. These are new old stock and have never been u...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Glass

Delicacy by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 48 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Delicacy by Lunt sterling silver flatware set of 48 pieces. This set includes: 12 knives, 9", 12 forks, 7 1/2", 12 salad forks, 6 1/2", 12 teaspoons, 6", Includes bonus brand ...
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1980s American Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Vase made in Finland, Sign: Tapio Wirkkala Littala 57
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Tapio Wirkkala (June 2, 1915 – May 19, 1985) was a Finnish designer and sculptor, one of the pioneers of industrial art in his country. His work in design was recognized in the years...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Glass

Tapio Wirkkala Carving set for Hackman - special edition
Located in Klintehamn, SE
A carving set in brushed steel having a stained oak handle attached to the blade by wooden pegs. The oak comes from the Swedish ship Riksvasa, that sank in 1623, and was famously exp...
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Stainless Steel

Scandinavian Modern Tapio Wirkkala Sterling Silver Dish Handmade Finland 1965
Located in EL Waalre, NL
Tapio Wirkkala – A Sterling silver dish with teakwood handle, model TW85, Handmade to Order – Kultakeskus, Finland 1965 A Sterling silver leafshaped dish with teakwood handle, model...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver, Sterling Silver

4 Iittala of Finland Aslak Tapio Wirkkala Old Fashion Glasses New in Box 60's VW
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare set of 4 original iittala of Finland Aslak 12 ounce old fashion tumbler glasses. and date from the 1960's. These are new old stock and have never been used. They come in the ori...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Glass

Tapio Wirkkala Handmade Silver Bowl
Located in Helsinki, FI
Tapio wirkkala was an exceptionally talented designer regardless of the materials used. Although he established super stardom with his art glass objects in the 1950s by winning a num...
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver

Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Porcelain Noir, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful cylindrical black matte porcelain vase designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal/Siemens, with sublime relief of beaded pearls running down vertical lines, gives an impressi...
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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Traditional American Georgian Sterling Silver Square Cartouche Tray
Located in New York, NY
Traditional Georgian sterling silver tray. Made by Lunt Silversmiths in Greenfield, Mass. Square cartouche with molded curvilinear rim. Fully marked including maker’s stamp and S3S. ...
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Mid-20th Century American Georgian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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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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