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Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass For Sale
English Majolica Pink Geranium Plate, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
English Majolica Pink Geranium Plate, circa 1880.
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1880s English Rustic Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Kjell Engman Art Glass Carafe, Late 1990s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Vintage Art Glass Carafe by Kjell Engman for Kosta Boda, Sweden, late 1990s. Striking Scandinavian design meets vibrant artistry in this handcrafted art glass carafe by Kjell Engman ...
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1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Art Glass

James Watson George V Commemorative Pottery Whisky Flask
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very fine Art Deco George V and Asquith commemorative Whisky flask made in Staffordshire for James Watson, Dundee and dated 1915. The tall ceramic flask of hexagonal form is lightl...
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1910s British Art Deco Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Tissue Box
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
CERAMIC TISSUE BOX, designed in 2023. Artisanal ceramic tissue box created by skilled artisans in Project 213A's own ceramic workshop. Each piece is unique due to its handmade natu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic, Clay

Antique Edwardian Silver Plate Wine Cooler 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a gorgeous antique Edwardian silver plate on copper wine cooler,  Circa 1910 in date.   This oval shaped cooler features a beautiful shaped rim with a superb engraved coat of...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate, Copper

A Gilt-Silver Communion Chalice With 3 Painted Enamel Miniatures, 19Th Cen.
Located in Long Island City, NY
A gilt-silver chalice with fine repoussé foliate decoration and three painted enamel miniatures. Two of the miniatures show scenes of Jesus' life, while the third depicts a saint hol...
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19th Century European Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver

Octopus Glass by Simone Crestani
Located in Milan, IT
This octopus glass can be combined with the octopus pitcher to make a striking statement on any dining table, whether in a contemporary or classic decor....
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2010s Italian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Glass

Vintage Brass Wine Bottle Pourer and Display Stand by David Marshall
Located in London, GB
Vintage brass bottle pourer and display stand by David Marshall (circa 1990s). A sculpturally interesting bottle rest with an old fashioned retaining screw and plate, is visually stu...
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1990s Spanish Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Brass

Majolica Palissy Fish Heads Oyster Plate Thomas Sergent, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Majolica Palissy oyster plate attributed to Thomas Sergent with fishs heads, circa 1880.
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1880s French Victorian Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic

Vintage silver plated decanter Distillerie Buton Bologna, Italy, 1950s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Beautiful and elegant vintage silver-plated crystal liqueur jug from the Buton distilleries, which have historically made all their products in silver from the Galbiati silver mills ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Victorian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Pair of "Vertigo" Salt and Pepper Shakers signed Christofle
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your dining experience with a touch of contemporary elegance through the Pair of "Vertigo" Salt and Pepper Shakers signed Christofle France, 21st Century. This exquisite set ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Pair Antique German Porcelain Birds Parakeets Cockrels Cockatoo Parrots Karl Ens
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An exceptionally fine quality highly detailed pair of German Karl Ens pottery porcelain Parrots Feathered Figures of quite generous size, late Nineteenth, early Twentieth Century. ...
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain, Pottery

René Lalique Bowl Plate Dish Oeillets Carnations Created in 1932
Located in NANTES, FR
Oillets Art Deco dish created on July 7, 1932. Pressed molded glass with green patina. Signed Lalique France circa 1950. In perfect condition. Model No. 422 from the Félix Marcillac...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Glass

Large Italian White Blanc De Chine Creamware Fruit Topiary Centerpiece
Located in Pearland, TX
A stunning large 16.5" Mid-Century Italian Blanc de Chine creamware glazed ceramic handmade fruit topiary in a pedestal basket. Marked "Made in Italy" on reverse. This gorgeous topia...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic

1960s Stunning Table Lighter in Murano Frosted Glass by Paolo Traversi. Made in
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Stunning Blue and Yellow Table Lighter in Murano Sommerso Glass By Flavio Poli for Seguso. Made in italy The item is in excellent condition and it works perfectly Dimension: 2,...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Murano Glass

A set of six 1940s Val Saint Lambert "Cordoba" crystal champagne coupes
Located in London, GB
A set of six 1940s Val Saint Lambert "Cordoba" crystal cocktail / champagne coupes
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1940s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Crystal

Large French Faience Fish Platter Circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Faience Fish Platter Circa 1930 19 by 10.8 inches.
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic

19th French Majolica Pink Daisy Plate Delphin Massier
Located in Austin, TX
19th French Majolica Pink Daisy Plate Delphin Massier.
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

1980’s Memphis Coffee Set by Marco Zanini for Bitossi Italy
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Beautiful set of a coffee pot, sugar bowl with lid, creamer and two coffee cups and saucers in glossy black and matte blue and glossy white details. The set from the Hollywood colle...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic

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

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Gold

Emilia Castillo Silver Plate “Conchas & Caracoles” Serving Tray, Taxco Mexico
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking rectangular silver plated serving tray designed by Emilia Castillo, part of her celebrated “Conchas & Caracoles” (Shells & Snails) series. Crafted in Taxco, Mexico, this sculptural tray features a richly hammered silver surface framed by applied seashell and snail motifs in relief, embodying Castillo’s signature blend of organic forms and modernist design. The tray retains its hallmark, stamped: Emilia Castillo, Mexico, M.R., Plateado, TO-85, #10. Maker: Emilia Castillo, Taxco, Mexico Design: “Conchas & Caracoles” (Shells & Snails) Material: Silver plate Measurements: 22.5" wide × 12.75" deep × 0.75" high This impressive piece works equally well as a functional serving tray or as a decorative display object, perfect for collectors of Mexican silver, Los Castillo, and Emilia Castillo as well as interior designers seeking a bold, coastal-inspired statement accent. Style: Emilia Castillo, Mexican silver tray...
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1980s Mexican Organic Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate, Brass

1960s Catchall / Vide-Poche in Porcelain "La Gioconda" by Piero Fornasetti
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Original astonishing porcelain catchall / vide-poche "La Gioconda" by Piero Fornasetti. Heavy porcelain construction for use as beautiful desk accessories. Marked on the bottom...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Hand Carved Wooden Cutting Board
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early hand crafted or carved cutting board from one large board in fine condition.This board has a nice aged patina and small little handle.
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1850s American Adirondack Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Wood

Hand Carved Wooden Cutting Board
Hand Carved Wooden Cutting Board
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Art Deco Style English Silver Plate Toast Rack
Located in Pearland, TX
A stylish vintage English silverplated six slice toast rack. No maker's mark. This fine quality silver toast rack is well made with a lovely Art Deco style trefoil design and charmin...
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Mid-20th Century English Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Émile Gallé long neck Cameo vase, Art Nouveau, 1904-1906
Located in Delft, NL
Émile Gallé long neck Cameo vase, Art Nouveau, 1904-1906 Émile Gallé (Nancy, 1846 –1904) was a French glassmaker and furniture designer Émile Gallé 30 cm high long neck Cameo vase m...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Glass

Italian Hand Painted Red Chinoiserie Ice Buckets 1950’s
Located in Hastings, GB
A superb pair of hand painted and crafted metal Ice Buckets, 1950’s Italian, painted with chinoiserie scenes, and palm tree tops. 30cm Height, 21cm Width, (17.5cm Width excluding ...
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1950s Italian Chinoiserie Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Metal

French Saint Clément Majolica Blue Green & Yellow Lemon Wedge Oyster Plate 1920s
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely antique French majolica trompe l'oeil oyster plate made at the famous St. Clement faience factory in the East of France, circa 1920-1930. Maker's mark on reverse. This gorge...
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1920s French Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic, Majolica

Artisan Vintage European Blown Glass Jumbo Christmas Ornament
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage European Jumbo Blown Glass Christmas Ball Purple Winter Landscape. Made in an old European tradition of glass blowing, mercury glass and handpainted. Great holiday decor and ...
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2010s American American Classical Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Blown Glass

Set of Little Blue Fish Pitcher and Four Rounded Little Blue Fish Glasses
Located in Milan, IT
This set comes complete with one tall cylindrical pitcher with a nautical handle, and four rounded glasses slightly tapering at their tops. What makes this collection unique is the a...
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2010s Italian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Glass

Set of Four Vintage Crystal Champagne Flutes in Original Red Box by Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful set of four vintage crystal champagne flutes in original red box by Cartier, circa 1970s. This beautiful set is in very goo...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Crystal

Set of 10 Silver-Plated Rose Napkin Rings, Vintage Table Décor Collection Foral
Located in Wembley, GB
Set of 10 Silver-Plated Rose Napkin Rings, Vintage Table Décor Collection A luxurious set of 10 silver-plated napkin rings, each exquisitely shaped as a blooming rose with detailed l...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Astronomici n.1 Decorative Plate by Fornasetti
Located in Milan, IT
This hand-decorated porcelain plate is adorned with exquisite zodiac designs, making this a true collector's item. Any minor discrepancies are the result of craftsmanship and attest ...
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2010s Italian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Bosse Baller Corkscrew Halloween Cat Animal Vienna, Austria, 1950s Midcentury
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1950s Austrian corkscrew in the form of a Halloween cat. Nice addition to your room or just for your collection of Austrian bronze items. Found at an estate sale in Vie...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Bronze

French Majolica Purple Wild Rose Plate Delphin Massier Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Purple Wild Rose Plate Delphin Massier Circa 1890.
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic, Majolica

French Majolica Bird Swallow Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica bird swallow plate signed Sarreguemines, circa 1880.
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1880s French French Provincial Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic, Faience

Mid-Century Majolica Aqua Oyster Plate Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century Ceramic Aqua Oyster Plate Vallauris circa 1950. 9 colors available. pink,navy blue,yellow,orange,green,purple,black,aqua,red.
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic

Extensive 159 Piece Richard Ginori Contessa Porcelain Dinner and Tea Service
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Contessa Brown by RICHARD GINORI 1735 An exceptional and comprehensive porcelain dinner and tea service by Richard Ginori 1735, in the elegant and now-discontinued “Contessa Brown”...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Gold

Mid 20th Century Cocktail Ashtray in Flower Shape with Removable Petals
Located in Roma, IT
I’m pleased to offer for sale a set of vintage cocktail ashtrays that combine functionality, fine craftsmanship, and striking decorative appeal. Dating from the 1960s to the 1970s, ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Metal, Silver Plate

Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Figural Leaf Dish or Vide Poche
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed silver dish or vide poche. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. Pattern no. 25054. In the form of a heart-shaped leaf with a figural stem handle and a single ball ...
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20th Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Digsmed, Denmark, spice rack wheel, solid teak, Scandinavian modern, 1960s
Located in Forserum, SE
A sculptural, wall-mounted rotating spice wheel designed by Flemming Digsmed and produced by the Danish manufacturer Digsmed in the 1960s. Crafted from solid teak, it features eight ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Glass, Teak

Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 'Thumbprint' Dish or Vide Poche
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed silver shallow bowl or dish. By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. In the 'Thumbprint' series. Fully marked to the base. Simply wonderful Tiffany d...
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20th Century Spanish Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

ROYAL DOULTON - Persian Pattern Plate - Design Number D3088 - U.K. - Circa 1920
Located in Chatham, ON
ROYAL DOULTON (Manufacturer) - Persian D3088 (Pattern Name/Number) - Persian style transfer decorated ceramic cabinet plate in blue with hand painted highlights - featuring flowers w...
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Early 20th Century English Islamic Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic

"Noodle" Dachshund Brass Dog Bottle Opener by Bosse Vienna Austria, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Classic early 1950s Austrian bottle opener, attributed to the Austrian Illustrator Ludwig Bemelmans depiction of "Noodle" the Dachshund dog. It was made by Bosse in Vienna. Measure...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass

Ceramic Ashtrays blue and Pink color from France 1960 Rond Shape
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Pair of Ceramic Ashtrays with Sea Urchin Motif, Pink and Blue, Decorative and Functional This pair of ceramic ashtrays, designed with a striking sea urchin motif, combines artistry ...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic

Turquoise Crystal Ashtray signed by Moser, Italy, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Exceptional ashtray made of high-quality vibrant aquamarine colored crystal. This marvelous and unique piece was produced by Moser in Italy during the 1970s, and is signed on the bot...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Crystal

Sterling Silver Salt Pepper Shakers Gorham
Located in New York, NY
A pair of sterling silver salt and pepper shakers from Gorham Silversmiths, circa early-20th century, America. Classic sterling silver shakers with finial top and footed base. Beauti...
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Early 20th Century American Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Chinese White Glazed Wang Bin Rong Brush Pot
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning antique Chinese white glaze porcelain brush pot of cylindrical shape finely moulded in relief with duelling dragons above waves with leaping fish and other moulded decorat...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

1950s Mid-Century Modern Copper Italian wine Cooler by Cinzano
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This striking 1950s Mid-Century Modern Italian wine cooler also usable as ice bucket is crafted from highly polished copper, giving it a warm, lustrous glow. The piece features two e...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Brass, Copper

Delft - Pair of Delft polychrome Figurines of Cows, second half 18th century
Located in DELFT, NL
This pair of Delftware recumbent cow figurines, dating to the late 18th century, exemplifies the Dutch tradition of molded earthenware crafted in the city of Delft. They are cast 'af...
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Late 18th Century Rococo Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Delft, Faience

1960s Gorgeous Blue Ashtray or Catchall by Flavio Poli for Seguso.
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Gorgeous blue ashtray or catchall by Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano sommerso glass. Made in Italy. So rare to find it in this color. The item is in excellent condition. Dimen...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Brown Ceramic Vase, Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg - Mid 20th Century
Located in Stockholm, SE
A brown vase designed by Berndt Friberg at Gustavsberg in Stockholm, the vase is 11.5 cm tall and about 9.5 cm in diameter. It has good brown har-fur glaze. The vase is in excellent ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Kaj Franck Nuclear Orange Vase c.1950
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Original "Nuclear" orange blown vase, signed on bottom "Kaj Franck, Nuutajarvi Notsjo", Finland. Original label. CREATOR Kaj Franz (1911-1989) for Nuutajarvi Notsjo, F...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

Italian art glass carafe - blown glass stopper, yellow/orange - 1960
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Beautiful glass carafe of Italian art from the 1960s. The carafe with an amber color, bold yellow-orange and an impressive blown glass cap, which shows all the technique of the Ital...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Walter Bosse Corkscrew Horseshoe Vienna, Austria, 1950s, Mid-Century
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1950s Austrian Walter Bosse design corkscrew in the form of a horseshoe. Nice addition to your room or just for your collection of Austrian bronze items. Found at an es...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Bronze

Antique Nuremberg Brewery Lidded Stoneware Beer Stein, 1891 dated
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful beer stein made in the city of Nuremberg in Germany. This beer stein was made in Germany, its dated 1891 so production was earlier. Absolutely beautiful piece, still in g...
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1890s German Folk Art Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Pewter

David Gilhooly Ceramic Frog Sandwich Sculpture Funk Movement Pottery Signed 1983
Located in Troy, MI
David Gilhooly (1943-2013) Frog Sandwich 1983 Glazed Earthenware 9.5 x 4 x 6 in David Gilhooly (1943–2013) was an American ceramic sculptor and key figure in the Funk Art movement ...
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Clay

Nine Antique Porcelain Dessert Dishes White and Gold with Matching Cookie Plate
Located in Katonah, NY
This set of nine antique porcelain small dessert dishes with a matching cookie or serving plate was made in France circa 1870. The porcelain is white with finely detailed gilt decora...
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1870s Neoclassical Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Tiffin Franciscan Madeira Green Goblets - Set of 6
Located in Fairfield, CA
A set of 6 vintage 1970s Tiffin Franciscan Madeira green wine goblets. Made of thick glass with a heavy weight and beautiful detailing formed into t...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

Set of Five Glasses in Murano Glass and Pure Gold from the 1980s
Located in Milano, MI
Set of 5 multicolored Murano glass glasses and gold gilding, made in the 1980s. The gilding has recently been revamped. Ø 8 cm h 19 cm Murano glass is a type of artistic glass prod...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Gold

1960s Astonishing Large Murano Ashtray or Catch-All By Flavio Poli for Seguso
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Astonishing large ashtray or catch-all By Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano Sommerso Glass. The item is in excellent condition. Dimension: 6,29" diameter x 3,54" H inches cm 16 ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

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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