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Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass For Sale
French Emile Galle Art Nouveau Cameo Glass Landscape Vase, circa 1910
By Louis Hestaux, Émile Gallé
Located in Worcester Park, GB
Impressive Art Nouveau Emile Galle Cameo landscape vase, 7 1/2 inches tall, in a variety browns and yellows with a hint of opal, signed in came...
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1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Viennese Bronze Enamel Table Clock With Atlas Carrying The Case, Circa 1880
Located in Vienna, AT
Artfully decorated fire-gilded and enamelled bronze clock by a Viennese master: Fully sculpted bronze Atlas on a slightly curved oval base supporting a round clock case, all surfaces...
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1880s Austrian Other Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Enamel, Bronze

Massimo Materassi for Mas Italy coffee set 1984 Memphis Milano
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
Coffee set by Massimo Materassi designed for MAS Italy in 1984. Materassi graduated in 1979 at the University of Florence, Faculty of Architecture. After a b...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Royal Copenhagen 'Flora Danica' Porcelain 5 Qt. Large Tureen & Underplate no. 35
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, large Flora Danica porcelain tureen and underplate. By Royal Copenhagen. Pattern nos. 3560 (tureen) & 3561 (underplate/stand). From the Flora Danica Collection, Royal Cop...
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20th Century Danish Neoclassical Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Large Antique Punch Bowl Showing Medicine Man & Boy in Window Patterns Ca. 1810
Located in Katonah, NY
This rare large punch bowl beautifully marries two of the most sought-after patterns of early 19th-century English ceramics: The Medicine Man and The ...
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Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Earthenware

Old Sheffield Plate English Tray Early Victorian, Handles, Engraved, Hallmarked
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Please read the entire description carefully, as we aim to provide detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our items. This important and opulent English Old Sheffield Plate tray...
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Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Mid-Century French Faience Oyster Plate Quimper
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-century French Faience oyster plate signed Quimper.
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1940s French Rustic Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Napoleon III Liquor Cabinet "Cave à Liqueur" with Crystal Interior
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful Napoleon III period "Cave à liqueur" liquor cabinet with inlaid brass en fruitwood veneer. The cabinet contains four carafes and 12 glasses on a wooden stand with bronze ...
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1860s French Napoleon III Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Brass, Bronze

Polar Coaster Coral & Travertine By Greg Natale
Located in Sydney,, NSW
The Polar Coaster presents a symmetrical fusion of two contrasting marble pieces honed for smooth elegance and finished with a black non-slip base. Simple and refined, each set is su...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Marble

Casa Cubista Cabana Blue Striped Terracotta Salad Plates
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This luxurious terracotta dinnerware is handmade from ceramic with fair trade and locally sourced materials from Europe. Each piece is crafted with meticulous attention to detail for...
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2010s Portuguese Rustic Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Pair Italian Silver Plated Fighting Cockerels 20th C
Located in London, GB
This is a very attractive antique pair of Italian silver plated fighting cockerels, circa 1920 in date. These beautifully sculpted and hand-chased fine textured cockerels are in realistic aggressive and dynamic fighting poses with flowing plumage and open wings ready to attack. They will add a touch of action to your dining table, game table or buffet. Condition: In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 20 cm x Width 16 cm x Depth 15 cm Height 19 cm x Width 15 cm x Depth 16 cm Dimensions in inches: Height 8 inches x Width 6 inches x Depth 6 inches Height 7 inches x Width 6 inches x Depth 6 inches A cockfight is a sport between two roosters (cocks), or more accurately gamecocks, held in a ring called a cockpit. The history of raising fowl for fighting goes back 6,000 years. The first documented use of the word gamecock, denoting use of the cock as to a “game”, a sport,pastime or entertainment, was recorded in 1646, after the term “cock of the game” used by George Wilson, in the earliest known book on the sport of cockfighting in The Commendation of Cocks and Cock Fighting in 1607. But it was during Magellan's voyage of discovery of the Philippines in 1521 when modern cockfighting was first witnessed and documented by AntonioPigafetta, Magellan's chronicler, in the kingdom of Taytay. The combatants, referred to as gamecocks, are specially bred birds, conditioned for increased stamina and strength. The comb and wattle are cut off in order to meet show standards of the American Gamefowl Society and the Old English Game...
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20th Century Italian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

La Murrina Handmade Murano Glass Centrepiece, Italy, 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
La Murrina Murano glass centrepiece, Italy, 1980s Handmade, has the trademark. Purchased by my grandparents in Venice. Intact. Very good condi...
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1980s Italian Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

19th Century French Pottery Cider Bottle from Normandy
Located in Austin, TX
French pottery cider bottle from Normandy, end of 19th century. 13 bottles available, sold separately. Different sizes.
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1880s French Country Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Pottery

Antique International Sterling Silver Mounted Cut Glass Plate
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Neoclassical style cake plate or serving dish. In sterling silver and cut glass. By the International Silver Company. Stylistically similar to International's 'Wedgwood' pat...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of Six Mid-Century Bohemian Crystal Glasses
Located in Roma, IT
Rare and beautiful set of 6 engraved and hand-crafted crystal cups made in Bohemia. One cup retains its original label. Perfect condition Another set of six identical cups is availa...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Crystal

Danish Sterling Silver and Enamel Bowl, Small
Located in New York, NY
A Danish sterling silver and enamel footed small bowl with center leaf and vine design, Scandinavian Modern/Danish Modern design, circa mid-20th century, Denmark. Piece may have been...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Gio Ponti for Ginori Art Deco Dinner Plate, Il Circo
Located in Riverdale, NY
Il Circo (circus) dinner plate from the mid 1930's Italy designed by Gio Ponti for Ginori. Decorated with a charming Modernist galloping horse. Age line across front, best used for d...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

1970s Space Age Yellow Ceramic Italian Cruet by Enzo Bioli for il Picchio
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Bold, playful, and unmistakably retro, this 1970s Space Age ceramic cruet set designed by Enzo Bioli for il Picchio brings a burst of vibrant color and sculptural flair to the table....
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

German Art Glass Bull Whiskey Decanter Sculpture
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Whiskey Bull Shaped Glass Decanter, early 1930's Germany The Bull Is a God to a great many ancient cultures. This powerful creature is related to the masculinity, strength, the sun...
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Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Cork

A George Jones Majolica Game Tureen with a Quail and Her Chicks, English, 1874
Located in Banner Elk, NC
A George Jones Majolica Game Tureen, the base with relief molded rabbits among ferns and grasses on both sides, with oak leaves, acorns, and ivy encircling all around the mossy branc...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Majolica

800 Silver Coin Tray, Italy, Argenteria Greggio, 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
800 silver coin tray, Italy, Argenteria Greggio, 1980s Worked and beaten by hand, it is a very beautiful and elegant object. It weighs gr. 270. Regula...
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1980s Italian Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver

Set of 6 Coral Water Glasses
Located in Milan, IT
A singular piece of functional decor to be paired with others from the same series, this superb water glass will infuse any tableware with refined sophistication. Handcrafted of crys...
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2010s Italian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

19th Century Green Majolica Oyster Plate
Located in Austin, TX
Colorful French Majolica green oyster plate with stylized leaves, circa 1890. Very rare color.
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1890s French Rustic Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Travertine Cat or Dog Bowl Set
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Unique and Stunning Pet bowl made of travertine stone. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine bowls are a study in sculptural simplicity. Natural variations in the sto...
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2010s Dutch Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Travertine

19th C Cranberry Glass Pitcher and Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th c cranberry glass pitcher and basket.
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19th Century American American Classical Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

19th C Cranberry Glass Pitcher and Basket
19th C Cranberry Glass Pitcher and Basket
$556 Sale Price / set
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French 19th Century Glazed Earthenware Walnut Oil Jug
Located in Buisson, FR
French walnut oil jug from the Southern part of France around Castelnaudary. An extremely rare large three-handled green-glazed earthenware storage vessel, with pouring spout. Almos...
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Earthenware

French Oyster Plate Porcelain Flowers Limoges
Located in Austin, TX
French Oyster Plate Porcelain Flowers Limoges circa 1900.
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Early 1900s French Aesthetic Movement Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Six Arlecchino Flutes by Griffe Montenapoleone by Vetrerie di Empoli
Located in Milan, IT
Part of the Arlecchino collection, this set of six champagne flutes will enrich any celebratory event, thanks to its exquisite craftsmanship and the delicate three-color combination ...
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2010s Italian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Gold

1950s Fornasetti Vide Poche / Catchall by Piero Fornasetti, Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1950s Fornasetti original astonishing porcelain vide poche/catchall "Sonate- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart" by Piero Fornasetti . Heavy porcelain construction for use as beautiful desk acc...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Silver Plate Cut Glass Surtout de Table set John Round 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a fabulous stunning and thoroughly extravagant antique Victorian silver plate and gilded centrepiece set, also know in French as a "Surtout de table",bearing the makers mark ...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver

Italian Silverplate Faux Bamboo Espresso Cup Saucer Sugar Serving Set for 10
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Stunning set of silverplate faux bamboo espresso cup & saucer sets with covered sugar dish. Serving set for 10 places. Will possibly consider breaking up the set for the right offer...
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Mid-20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

Herend Hungary Porcelain "Chinese Bouquet Apponyi Green" Bowl and Oval Dish
Located in Delft, NL
Herend Hungary porcelain "Chinese Bouquet Apponyi Green" bowl and oval dish A round bowl and a oval dish The bowl has number 361/AV, (Apponyi Vert), Herend porcelain from Hungary...
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20th Century Hungarian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

French Majolica Strawberries Plate Keller & Guerin Saint Clement, Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica strawberries plate Keller & Guerin Saint clement Circa 1900.
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Early 1900s French Rustic Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Centerpiece Murano Glass Sommerso Large Midcentury Italian Design 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
Large and particular multiform centerpiece in Murano glass in shades of transparent, blue and wine, made with the famous "sommerso" technique, which starting from blown or solid glas...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Murano Glass, Sommerso

Set of 36 Papyrus Pattern Rosenthal Water, Wine and Champagne Crystal Stemware
Located in New York, NY
This remarkable set of 36 crystal stemware pieces by Rosenthal, crafted in Germany circa 1985, exemplifies the brand’s iconic elegance and craftsmanship. The "Papyrus" pattern featur...
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1980s German Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Crystal

Antique Royal Vienna Handpainted Porcelain Cabinet Plate Greek Goddess Daphne
Located in Portland, OR
A fine antique Austrian Royal Vienna handpainted & gilded porcelain cabinet plate, circa 1890. The plate is very finely decorated with a central handpainted scene of the goddess Daph...
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1890s Austrian Neoclassical Revival Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Plate in French Faïence, Red and Green Color, 19th Century, Rooster
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
The plate is in faience. It has been made in France, during the 19th century. The pattern decor is a rooster and the main colors green and red.
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Faience

Richard Ginori Italian White & Gold Coffee or Tea Cup, circa 1960s, 8 Avail
Located in New York, NY
Very beautiful vintage Italian white porcelain with gold gilt coffee or tea cup(s) by designer Richard Ginori, Italy, circa mid-20th century, circa 1960s. Colors include: gold gilt a...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Gold

Antique Mochaware Salt Shaker Made England Circa 1820
Located in Katonah, NY
This mochaware salt shaker has an attractive design with four bands of intricate "diamond" impressions and six bands of light blue slip. One band of impressed decoration is colored w...
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Early 19th Century Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Pearlware

Set of 12 Mintons ‘Gold Crocus’ Bread or Dessert Plates, 6"
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of 12 Mintons ‘Gold Crocus’ Bread or Dessert Plates, 6", England, circa 1920s A charming and refined set of twelve Minton porcelain plates in the eleg...
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20th Century English Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Steel Square Coaster with Hammered and Forged Surface
Located in Pebble Beach, CA
A handcrafted, steel square coaster with hammered, beveled edges. Wire brushed and sanded to accentuate the forged details. A glossy clear coat enhance...
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2010s American Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Steel

Bar Cart Drinks Cocktail Smoked Lucite and Chrome Table Foldable Trolley, 1977
Located in Labrit, Landes
Vintage bar cart drinks or cocktail folding trolley. Chrome and smoked lucite. Clean lines typical of the 1970s. The top trolley can be used as a serving tray. French, circa 1970...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Chrome

1960s Meito Japan Blue Floral Porcelain Tea Set
By Meito
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Meito Japan Blue Floral Porcelain Tea Set Service for four plus extra 2 cups made Japan Teapot Creamer and Sugar Bowl cups and saucers Tea pot 6.75 x 4 w x...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Mid-Century Orfinox French Faience Mustard Yellow Seaweed Oyster Plate, 1960s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A mid-century oyster or seafood plate, made by Orfinox, circa 1960s. A mustard yellow ground with six oyster shell shaped wells for holding the oyster, clam, or mussel meat, with ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Faience

1960's French Ceramic Coffee Set by Alain Maunier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible ceramic coffee set made by French ceramic maker Alain Maunier in Vallauris, 1960's. Set includes 1x large coffee pot with lid, 1x sugar bowl with lid, 1x creamer pot witho...
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1960s French Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Ice bucket in the shape of a diving suit in plastic from the 70s, by Novarredo L
Located in Catania, IT
Ice bucket in the shape of a diving suit in plastic from the 70s, by Novarredo Livorno. Product in good condition with small wear caused by the years and use. Novarredo Livorno was b...
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1970s Italian Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Plastic

English Mintons 1910 Aesthetic Movement Majolica Glazed John Henk Rooster Figure
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Mintons, a monumental and rare Rooster figure, Stoke-Upon-Trent, Staffordshire, England, circa 1910. A mold designed by John Henk, this faithful r...
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Early 20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Earthenware

Mid-Century Romanze Porcelain Dinner Service by Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, near complete Mid-Century modern porcelain dinner service. By Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal. In the Romanze form and Medley pattern. Consisting of: 10 Large Dinner Plates ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Silver Travertine Bowl XL
Located in Eindhoven, NB
A substantial silver travertine bowl with unique structure rests atop a pedestal for a grand presentation of fruits and vegetables. Due to the nature of the material, each piece ...
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2010s Dutch Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Travertine

Dragon Pool, Contemporary Porcelain Vase with Decorative Design by Vito Nesta
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The Classic design of this porcelain vase comes back to life with retro decorations with a contemporary flavor. Black Dragon Pool is inspired by the h...
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2010s Italian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Soupière Boch la Louvière série "Kimono" en faïence Belgique 1970 Mid Century
Located in London, England
Cette soupière en faïence de Boch La Louvière, modèle Kimono, est un véritable trésor pour les amateurs de faïence. Rare à dénicher, elle se distingue par son élégance et son charme ...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Faience

Meissen Style Schneeballen Teacup & Saucer & Lid
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Meissen Style Schneeballen Teacup & Saucer & Lid German or French, 20th Century  A stunning Meissen Style Schneeballen Teacup, Saucer, and Lid set, made in the 20th century of fine ...
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20th Century European Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Mason's Regency Ironstone, 23-Piece Dinner Service, Circa 1920
Located in Worcester Park, GB
This exquisite 23-piece dinner set by Mason’s Ironstone belongs to the iconic Regency pattern—a celebrated example of 19th-century English transferware. What sets this set apart is i...
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19th Century British Regency Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ironstone, Ceramic

Plates Platters Serveware Set Solid Pink Green Onyx Marble Hand-carved Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved presentation plates in green and pink onyx. Multiple use as plates, platters and placers. Dimensions: Small - L 24 W 20 H 1.8 cm, Medium - L 30 W 28 H 1.8 cm, Big - L ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Onyx

English silver napkin rings by William Hutton & Sons, 1895
Located in Delft, NL
English silver napkin rings by William Hutton & Sons, 1895 Two napkin rings in silver made by William Hutton and Sons, round with floral engraved decor on each side a shield. One si...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver

English Sterling Silver & Cut Crystal Pinch Neck Decanter, London, 1906
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
English Sterling Silver & Cut Crystal Pinch Neck Decanter, London, 1906 An elegant Edwardian decanter combining the brilliance of deeply hand-cut lead crystal with the refinement of...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Silverplate Serving Dish
Located in Riverdale, NY
Elegant Art Nouveau Silverplate Serving Dish of European origin circa 1900.Each of the 2 engraved glass partition removes for cleaning and follow the undulating lines of the frame. W...
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Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

Perfume Holder Art Deco fired enamel on guilloche Salimbeni.
Located in Firenze, FI
Ovalized handbag perfume holder in 925/1000 sterling silver with screwed cap and geometric engraving fire enamelled, in Art Deco style, early 1900s. Measurements cm. 1.5 x 2 total h...
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1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

19th Century English Diminutive Parian Bust of Apollo Belvedere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th century English diminutive Parian bust of apollo Belvedere, a well executed example, raised on a 3-inch diameter solace base. Unmarked.
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Late 19th Century English Classical Roman Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Georgian, Sheffield Silver Plate Candlesticks, Pair
Located in Soquel, CA
19th Century Georgian, Sheffield Silver Plate Candlesticks, Pair Pair of English, Georgian, George IV Sheffield silver plate candlesticks. Vintage, distressed silver finish. Silver ...
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1820s English George IV Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sheffield Plate, Copper

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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