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Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass For Sale
Antique Wavecrest Hand Painted Glass Collar Box with Floral Elements 19thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Wavecrest Hand Painted Glass Collar Box with Floral Elements 19thC Measures - 4" x 7 1/8" x 7 1/8"
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19th Century Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

Ceramic Fish Plates Wall Art Composition, Mid-Century Modern Period
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of midcentury multi color fish Plates and Platters as Wall Decoration A funny collection of twelve european glazed ceramic, porcelain and...
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica, Porcelain, Terracotta

Set of 6 Green, Le Cirque N.Y. Custom Bernardaud Limoges Salad Plate
Located in Bridgeport, CT
From pasta primavera to world-renowned decadent desserts, Le Cirque's ubiquitous reputation for presenting its fine dining fare with whimsy and fun, landed it on the map of must-dine...
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20th Century French Hollywood Regency Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Japanese Imari Charger
Located in Houston, TX
Late 19th Century Japanese Imari charger featuring a lion-in-nature scene.
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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Cabbage Ware Green and Cream Coffee Cups or Soup Mugs - Set of 3
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of three cabbageware coffee mugs or soup mugs. Since Dodie Thayer came out with her iconic Lettuceware or cabbageware green ceramic pieces, anything in this style has become po...
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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Silver-Plate Wine & Condiment Bottle Table Coasters, Set of Three
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A set of three silver-plated bottle holders or coasters, circa 1920-1930. The set is graduated in size for holding either wine or condiment bottles, such as English mustard, steak ...
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Early 20th Century American International Style Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

French 19th Century Green Glazed Ceramic Confit Jar/ Pot
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful weathered confit jar with a gorgeous green glaze. With green glaze they are extremely rare. Confit jars were used primarily in the South of France for the preservation of m...
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Antique English Victorian 22" Round Silver Plated Serving Platter Salver Tray
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique English Victorian 22" Round Silver Plated Ornate Footed Serving Platter Salver Tray. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 2" H x 22.5" W x 22.5" D.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

FAUCHON Paris Salt and Pepper Porcelain Shakers Black and White
Located in North Hollywood, CA
FAUCHON Paris Salt and Pepper Porcelain Shakers in Black and White. In original box with gift bag. Dimensions: 3.5 in. H x 1.5 in Diameter. M...
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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Loetz Vase Art Nouveau Secessionist Art Glass Phaenomen 6893 Antique Lötz
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Antique Art Nouveau chalice shaped art glass vase created by the Loetz glassworks company, which was active during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, this vase represents a prime example of their artistic mastery. The vase features a cobalt blue ground that adds depth and richness to its overall appearance. Its surface showcases a captivating iridescent wave pattern, which adds a mesmerizing shimmer and dynamic quality to the glass. This iridescence is a hallmark of Loetz glassware and is achieved through the application of special techniques during the glassblowing process. The chalice-form of the vase gives it an elegant and graceful silhouette. This design creates a harmonious balance between the visually striking upper portion and the sturdy base. Loetz glasswares are renowned for their exceptional artistry and their ability to capture and play with light. The Phaenomen Genre 6893 vase, with its dark blue color and iridescent wave pattern, is no exception. When light interacts with the glass, it reveals a captivating range of colors and reflections, making it a visually stunning and attention-grabbing piece. As an antique Loetz glass vase...
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1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Luster, Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Spanish Azulejo Tile Arista y Cuenca - Toledo 16th century
Located in DELFT, NL
Early Arista y Cuenca tile made in Toledo. Azulejo Toledano. Alhambra tile decorated in renaissance mudejar style geometrical design. Probably made between 1550 and 1575. In very g...
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16th Century Spanish Renaissance Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Earthenware, Maiolica

Elegant Trolley Italian Design
Located in Cantù, IT
Bar cart designed and made by Mice by Domenico Rugiano. The Cart is inlaid and is a vintage piece with brass-plated metal parts. A prestige piece.
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1940s Italian Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass

Barbotine Majolica Glazed Asparagus Sauce Boat
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
An interesting and unusual French Majolica barbotine asparagus 'Saucière' on a shaped, attached stand. The body of the 'boat' is formed from a bunch of purple-tipped asparagus spears, swathed in green and mustard yellow leaves, while two delicately bent creamy white spears form the handle. A spray of bright green overlapping leaves ring the pedestal base where the boat meets the stand. The boat is attached to the underplate, which has a border in a creamy yellow basket weave pattern edged by a scalloped turquoise rim. This sauce boat...
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19th Century French Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Majolica

Set of 6 Bohemian Cobalt Blue Overlay Crystal Goblets
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite set of six crystal goblets showcases the finest craftsmanship of Bohemian glassmaking. Each piece is meticulously crafted in deep cobalt blue overlay crystal, intricat...
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20th Century European Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Crystal

Millefiori Glass Tumbler, Dimpled Crumpled Glass Beaker
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Gorgeous Murano dimpled crumpled glass millefiori tumbler. Made with murrine glass and embossed with silver leaf and multicolored. Handmade, one-of-a-ki...
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2010s Italian Other Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

19th Century French Silvered Bronze Three-Piece "Surtout de Table" Plateau
Located in San Francisco, CA
An elegant three-section antique "Surtout de Table" plateau. French circa 1830 and made of silvered bronze. This spectacular centerpiece is almost four feet in length and oval in sha...
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Early 19th Century French Restauration Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

Repro Art Nouveau Lidded Serving Dish Sugar Bowl Tureen on Stand after WMF
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Reproduction Art Nouveau Yellow Porcelain Lidded Serving Dish Sugar Bowl Tureen on Stand after WMF with Bronze Ormolu. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 11" H x 6.5" W x 6.5" D.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Fritz Heckert "Jack In The Pulpit" Glass Vase Art Nouveau, Bohemia, circa 1901
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Rare example of a large red "Jack In The Pulpit" glass vase from Fritz Heckert around 1901. This unique piece of Art Nouveau glass art convinces with its beautiful shaped body and u...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Noritake Mentone Blue Gold and White Saucer
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pretty porcelain white saucer with blue and gold detail by Noritake. This beautiful plate has a painted blue and gold rim with sprays of flowers in varying hues of blue at the center. Two gold decorative flourishes adorn the dish in between the blue bouquets. Bottom Reads: Noritake China...
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20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Gold

Chalten Wood & Alpaca Silver Ice Bucket
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
Inspired by the trails of the Chalten Mountain, in the south of the Andes mountain range, this family of trays, flower vases, containers and picture frames is born. The mountain hiking...
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2010s Argentine Organic Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Barware Silver Plate Martini Cocktail Shaker, circa 1930
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite French Art Deco silver plate cocktail shaker, designed by renowned silversmith Vautrain, Paris, is a true masterpiece of both form and function. The piece was crafted ...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

Costantinopoli by Vito Nesta for Les Ottomans, Set of 6 Dessert Plates #2
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Elevate your dessert presentation with our set of 6 porcelain plates from the Costantinopoli collection, designed by the renowned Vito Nesta. Each plate features intricate designs in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Mexican Abalone and Iron Bottle Opener
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Beautiful vintage Mexican abalone shell and iron bottle opener in the form of fish.
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Abalone

Oversized Blue and White Mexican Talavera Glazed Ceramic Bowl
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Authentic oversized very fine blue and white Mexican Talavera de la Reina glazed ceramic bowl. Huge blue and white Mexican Talavera pottery handcrafte...
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Late 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Post Modern / Memphis "Carnival" Platter by Kato Kogei for Fujimori
Located in San Diego, CA
Post modern / Memphis "Carnival" platter / serving dish by Kato Kogei for Fujimori, circa 1980s. Wonderful colorful Memphis style! #1817.
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Late 20th Century Japanese Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Murano Art Glass Flacon by Barovier & Toso 'Attr' ca 1950
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Murano Art Glass Flacon by Barovier & Toso (attr.) circa 1950 A beautiful Murano glass flacon most probably manufactured by Barovier & Toso, Italy circa 1950s. Heavy hot mou...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Antique 19Th Century Tiffany And Co Silver Centerpiece
Located in Queens, NY
An exceptional quality antique Tiffany and Co. sterling silver centerpiece constructed of numerous castings assembled together. The wide round bowl is flanked by two figural handles ...
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19th Century Unknown Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid century Roger Capron ceramic vide poche with pyjama decoration
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Fine teardrop shaped Roger Capron ceramic vide poche with pyjama decoration. Produced at his workshops in Vallauris in the 1950s
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Egon Lauridsen ELA Denmark Gilt Sterling Enamel Demitasse Spoons Boxed Set of 6
Located in Stockholm, SE
Boxed set of 6 Egon Lauridsen (ELa Denmark) gilded silver & enamel demitasse spoons manufactured in Copenhagen between 1936-1966. These stunning gilt sterling silver coffee spoons ar...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Set of 3 Murano Vanity Decorative Blown Glass with Gold by Barovier, Italy 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning decorative vanity set of 3 Murano blown glass with 24k gold. This incredibly stylish and rare set was made by Barovier in Italy during the 1950s. In fabulous conditions, wi...
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1950s Italian Art Deco Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Gold Leaf

Set of 6 Blooming Field with Poppies and Lavender Tumblers
Located in Milan, IT
The original name is Campo fiorito con papaveri e lavanda. Each glass cane and element has to be perfectly fused to the next, representing the accurate craftsmanship of master Murane...
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2010s Italian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Midcentury Libbey Set of Eight Highball Frosted and Gold Glasses
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Elegant vintage Libbey barware frosted glasses with leaves pattern in a gold finish. Set includes eight highball glasses. Mid-Century Modern v...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass

Sterling Silver George III Period (1765) Hoof-Footed Salver/Tray
Located in New York, NY
Sterling silver, George III Period, hoof-footed salver, London, England, year-hallmarked for 1765, Ebenezer Coker - maker. Scroll and shell designed border. Measures almost 6 3/4 inches in diameter x 1 inch high. Weighs 6.280 troy ounces. There is a small, capital letter P monogram...
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1760s English George III Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

SIX Royal Doulton Pottery Side Plates in Lynn Art Deco Pattern, circa 1930
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
These are a good set of six side or salad plates decorated in the "LYNN" Art Deco pattern and made by Royal Doulton, England in the early 1930s. The plates are circular and made f...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Pottery

Large Amherst Japan Ironstone Platter
Located in Wilson, NC
Large Amherst Japan ironstone platter, the rim has a repeating pattern of flowers, foliate and volutes , the main body features larger flowers, foli...
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1850s English Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ironstone

Mid-Century Semi-Precious Stone Grape Clusters - a Pair
Located in Charleston, SC
Mid-20th century large grape clusters in carnelian and amethyst : Carnelian is a stone that represents warmth, fiery, life, vibrancy, strength, bravery, courage when speaking in pub...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Amethyst, Carnelian, Metal, Silver Plate

Royal Copenhagen Model 684 Classic Blue Fluted Teapot.
Located in Lejre, DK
This teapot is model 684, which features the traditional, hand-painted blue design. The pattern is very characteristic of Royal Copenhagen’s blue-painted porcelain, known as "Blue Fl...
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1930s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Glazed Ceramic Bust of a Boy by Cantagalli, Florence, Italy
Located in Stamford, CT
Exceedingly charming ceramic 'Busto di Bambino' in the Italian Renaissance style. With the blue and white glaze typical of artist Andrea Della Robbia...
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Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Danish Modern Screw Nut Cracker 1970s
By Jonathan Adler, Quistgaard Tjorn
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly cool and functional Danish modern screw nut cracker by Dana Plast. This piece is cool and brings a cool, minimal retro feel with its aesthetic. Utilitarian and chic. Mid...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Plastic

Mid 20th c. Sterling Silver Tazza on Round Foot - Barbara J. Walters Estate
Located in Morristown, NJ
Mid-20th c., Pampaloni Bichierogra, Florence, Italy, a two-handled tazza on a round foot with scroll handles, marked. The bowl is hammered. Dimensions: 2"h x 4"l x 2.5"w Condition:...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver

Alessi for Delta Airlines Set of Four Wine Juice Glasses Italy
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents Alessi for Delta Airlines Modern Set of Four Wine Juice Gasses Italy 4.25 h x 2.75 diameter Preowned original vintage Refer to images.
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2010s Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

Capodimonte Military Porcelain Napoleone, 1980, Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Capodimonte porcelain.
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1970s Italian Other Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Excellent quality antique Edwardian silver plated large tea tray
Located in Ipswich, GB
Excellent quality antique Edwardian silver plated tea tray, having a quality large tea tray with two carrying handles to the sides with a fantastic shell and scroll border. D. 1900
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of Six Porcelain Coffee Cups by Ginori Doccia Pittoria from the 1940s
Located in Milano, MI
Set of 6 hand-painted porcelain coffee cups by Ginori Doccia, Pittoria manufacture, made in the 1940s Saucer: Ø cm 11 Ginori 1735 is an Italian luxury goods company founded in 1735...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Gold Highball Cocktail Glasses
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful set of five (5) blown glass art glass highball cocktail classes with hand-etched design and hand-applied gold detail, circa mid-20th century. Glasses are tall, tapered, e...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Gold

19th Century Italian Majolica Dish with Renaissance Figures
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century Italian Majolica dish with Renaissance figures Superb highly decorated Italian Majolica plate with hand a hand painted scene of Roman mythology; The abduction of Sabine...
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17th Century Italian Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 6 Small Club Champagne Chalices
Located in Milan, IT
Each of the 6 champagne glasses in this set is crafted completely by hand. Each glass also comes in its own unique color.
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2010s Italian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

Victorian Majolica Pineapples Plate Circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Victorian Majolica Pineapples Plate Circa 1880.
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1880s English Victorian Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Antique English Regency Paw Foot Silver Plated Tea Urn Drinks Dispenser Samovar
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Very Impressive Antique English Regency Paw Foot Silver Plated Tea Urn Drinks Dispenser Samovar. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 16" H x 13" W x 16" D.
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Late 19th Century Unknown Regency Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Leonard Victorian Style Bulbous Silver Plated Footed Water Pitcher
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Leonard Victorian Style Bulbous Silver Plated Footed Water Pitcher. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 8.25" H x 8" W x 5.5" D.
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Early 17th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

Ancient Berber terracotta pottery
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Berber terracotta pottery, 18th century. With its modern shape and mineral color, this ceramic will be perfect in a natural, refined and delicate decoration. Placed on a piece of f...
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18th Century Moroccan Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Terracotta

19th Century Green Majolica Cake Stand Minton
Located in Austin, TX
19th century oval Majolica cake stand signed Minton.
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1890s English Victorian Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Silver Plate "Bottom Up" Spirit Measure in Original Packaging by Napier
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Napier silver plate "Bottoms Up" spirit measure / jigger, In original box with original packaging and instruction sheet. Rest the jigger across the mouth of your glass, fill to the d...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

6 Brass Wine Table Goblets Decorative Hollywood Regency Vintage 1960s Candle
Located in London, GB
This is a set of six pure brass goblets, dating back to the 1960s. Their small size suggests they were designed for aperitif drinks. The goblets have a minimal yet timeless design,...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass

French Green Majolica Leaves Plate, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
French green Majolica leaves on basket weave background plate, circa 1880.
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1880s French Country Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Russel Wright Iroquois Casual Pink Set with Underplate
Located in Riverdale, NY
Russel Wright Iroquois Casual Pink Set with Underplate. Sugar with creamer with underplate. 1950's USA. Tray 13" x 9".
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Ten Banded Aqua Barrel Vase, Hand Blown Glass - Made to Order
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
These striking pieces draw inspiration from the rich hues and undulating topography of Southern California. Alternating layers of opaque and transparent colors are applied to clear g...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Beautiful Mid-Century Inlaid "Roadrunner" Tray by Couroc California
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful super cool inlaid "Roadrunner" tray handcrafted by Couroc California, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 13.75"D x .5"H. #3584  
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Resin, Wood

Agate Gemstone Coasters Wrapped in 24-Karat Gold, Set / 8
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Stunning natural agate and crystal coasters with 24-karat gold-plated edges. Polished fronts and natural rough edges. No pieces are alike. Make beautiful accessories to any coffee ta...
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2010s Brazilian Organic Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Agate, Crystal, Multi-gemstone, Gold Plate

20th Art Deco Glass Decanter Bottle
Located in Miami, FL
20th Art Deco glass decanter bottle. Measure: Base 3.5 inches.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Art 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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