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Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass For Sale
19th Century Canton Famille Rose Chinese Export Porcelain Celadon Platter
Located in Austin, TX
Large 19th Century Canton Famille Rose Chinese Export Porcelain Celadon Platter. Decorated with butterflies , birds and flowers. 9.8 inches diameter.
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1890s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

1970s Wedgwood Blue Jasperware Footed Fruit Bowl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Wedgwood, a blue Jasperware footed fruit bowl, date marked 1971. Jasperware, introduced by Josiah Wedgwood in the 1770s, is a type of unglazed stoneware known for its matte fin...
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1970s English Neoclassical Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Stoneware

Tiffany Studios Favrile Ribbed Iridescent Art glass Footed Open Salt
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Louis Comfort Tiffany,Golden iridescent, cauldron form with a ribbed base with polished pontil mark. Signed L.C.T on bottom rim. Tiffany Studios. 1907. 1.5" H. Price per item.
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

Large Murano Glass Centerpiece By Cenedese & Albarelli, 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
Large Murano glass centerpiece by Cenedese & Albarelli, 1970s Purchased and stored, it is intact and in excellent condition. Signed wit...
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1970s Italian Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Dorothy Thorpe Style Barware, Highball Glasses And Ice Bucket In Caddy
Located in San Carlos, CA
For Sale: Elegant Highball Glass Set with Ice Bucket & Chrome Caddy Elevate your entertaining game with this stunning set of 8 highball glasses paired with a sleek glass ice bucket,...
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1980s Post-Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Chrome

Ernestine Mini Martini Glasses - Set of 4 - Czech Glassware by fferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
ERNESTINE MINI MARTINI COLLECTION - Set of 4 Inspired by the iconic Martini Glass, first introduced at the 1925 International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts in ...
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2010s Czech Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

Orrefors Street Martini 2-Pack
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
Street Martini from Orrefors, which holds 7 oz, is ideal for serving cocktails, especially martinis or cosmopolitans. The martini glass has a checked motif of straight lines inspired...
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2010s Slovenian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Crystal

Handbuilt Organic Modern Ceramic Moon Vase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handbuilt organic modern vase made from a groggy clay body covered layers of glossy and matte white glaze. Each vase is made by hand in our Brooklyn studio, and no two are ever exactly alike. The moon...
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2010s American Minimalist Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Pair 1893 English Sterling Silver Shell-Form Tea Caddy Spoons, Shell Feet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of English Sterling Silver Shell-Form Tea Caddy Spoons with Shell Feet, Francis Howard, Sheffield, 1893, 47 grams A charming and sculptural pair of late Victorian English ster...
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Late 19th Century English Georgian Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Platter or Tray in Ceramic and Wood Portugal 1970s Blue and White Color Azuelos
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Platter or Tray in Ceramic and Wood Portugal 1970s Blue and White Color Azuelos
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1970s Portuguese Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Man Hand Carved and Painted Black Forest Mechanical Wooden Bottle Stopper, 1930s
By ANRI
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Vintage Folk Art bottle stopper - I believe these are ANRI, made in Italy or Austria, but I see no markings, so I'll let the collectors out there be the judge. It depicts a lovely Ma...
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1930s Austrian Black Forest Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Wood

Set of 4 French 19th Century White Opaline Candy Dishes Leaf Shaped
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Charming set of four French 19th Century white opaline candy dishes in the shape of leaves. The trays or dishes feature an applied gilt decoration. They are very functional pieces an...
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Opaline Glass

Fin Trivet / Tray from Souda, Anodized Silver, in Stock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Made using a manufacturing process utilized for railways, medical devices and electronics, the fin trivets bring an industrial touch to your tabletop. Both durable and multi-function...
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2010s Chinese Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Large French Mid-Century Majolica Blue Flower Plate Charolles
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Mid-Century Blue Flower Plate signed Charolles. 9 inches diameter.
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Japanese Style Stoneware Pottery Jug Pitcher with Amazing Glaze 19th France
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Jug or pitcher in Stoneware, with an exceptional patina. It's color with brown and Grey gives very pleasant contrasts. This Pitcher was created in FRANCEce, circa 19th century. Japon...
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Stoneware

Small Majolica Water Lily Plate Villeroy & Boch, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Small Majolica water lily plate Villeroy & Boch, circa 1900. 6.5 inches diameter.   
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Early 1900s German Country Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Art Nouveau Terracotta Wall Plaque, Early 20th Century
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Rare French Art Nouveau terracotta wall plaque, France, early 20th century. We had never seen this model before. This beautifully crafted plaque depicts a wood gatherer in the windy ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass

Set of 6 Green Overlay Baccarat Crystal glasses, 1 Decanter, Saint Louis
Located in Rijssen, NL
Luxury at its finest, set of 6 high-end glasses by Baccarat and 1 carafe by Saint Lois in green double-layered crystal with a beautiful carved decor. 1. Wine glasses Baccarat: H 7.6...
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1940s French Art Nouveau Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Crystal

19th Century French Glazed Earthenware Alsace Jug
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful piece of Alsace pottery with a very rare green glaze, France, circa 1850-1900. Good but weathered condition.
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Earthenware

Large Maple Cutting Board from the Deborah Ehrlich Collection
Located in Accord, NY
Designed by Deborah Ehrlich and made in Rhode Island by the same master craftsman who makes her chairs - the simplicity and elegance of this maple cutting board speaks to the collect...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Maple

Herend Hungary porcelain "Chinese Bouquet Apponyi Green" Cachepot
Located in Delft, NL
Herend Hungary porcelain "Chinese Bouquet Apponyi Green" Cachepot Herend Hungary porcelain with Apponyi green ribbed pattern cachepot Marked with the mark of Herend on the bottom a...
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20th Century Hungarian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Oval Tray in Coal Black Shagreen with Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass

Majolica Plate Flowers & Dragonfly Choisy le Roi, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica Plate Flowers & Dragonfly Choisy le Roi, circa 1880. Baby blue background with lily of the valley. 8 inches diameter.
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1880s French Aesthetic Movement Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 12 Fisher Tall Sterling Silver Mint Julep Cups
Located in New York, NY
Set of 12 tall sterling silver mint juleps. Made by Fisher Silversmiths, Inc. in Jersey City. Each: Straight and tapering bowl; mouth rim stepped and flat and foot spread. Fully mark...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Paul Storr Sterling Silver Coffee Biggin on Stand 1809 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful and rare English George III antique sterling silver coffee pot on stand by  the world famous silversmith Paul Storr. It...
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Early 1800s English George III Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver

Art Deco brass and cut glass Butter serving bowl around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco brass and cut glass Butter serving bowl around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled Original cut glass inside
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass

French, Terracotta Confit Pot Yellow Glaze, Late 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
French terracotta confit pot. Traditional large earthenware pottery confit pot from South West France with yellow glaze. This vessel was used from the 19th to the mid-20th century to...
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Terracotta

Rosenthal Andy Warhol "Golden Angels" glasses
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Rosenthal Studio-Line Andy Warhol christmas golden Angels glasses. Andy Warhol, quite possibly the greatest pop art artist of our time, loved Christmas and was known for giving his f...
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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

Wedgwood coffee cups and saucers with silver cup holders by Walker & Hall, 1919
Located in Delft, NL
Wedgwood coffee cups and saucers with silver cup holders by Walker & Hall, 1919 A set of cups and saucers made by Wedgwood, England. The cups and ...
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Early 20th Century English Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver

Silver Pitcher with Abalone Shell Inlay, Mid 20th Century, Mexico, Signed LHG
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage silver plated water pitcher with abalone shell inlaid designed and manufactured in Mexico in the 1960s More than a utilitarian piece, this pitcher is more of a sculpture, t...
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Abalone, Alpaca

Crystal Mix Set of 6 Nachtmann Stem Glasses with Colored Overlay Cut to Clear
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage mix set of 6 cut to clear crystal stem glasses. Mix crystal (Bleikristall 24% Mundgeblasen Handgeschliffen) glasses Clear crystal glass. Side facetted and toothed stem. Th...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Crystal

Antique Majolica Floral Sunflower Dogwood Basketweave Creamer Pitcher Jug 7"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Majolica creamer pitcher / jug featuring a farmhouse motif with wood grain basket weave design, Sunflowers, wild dogwood flowers and acanthus handle. Dimensions: 6.5" x 5.25...
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Early 20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Majolica

Rosenthal Andy Warhol Daisy Breakfast set (9 pcs)
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Rosenthal Studio-Line Andy Warhol Daisies 3 sets of coffee cup and saucer and plate. Rosenthal Andy Warhol Daisies line---beautiful, precious collector po...
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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Murano Decorative Bowl Vide-Poche in Acquamarine Frosted Sommerso Glass, '60s
Located in Roma, IT
Splendid Murano decorative bowl or vide-poche in a stunning combination of "sommerso" frosted acuamrine and light green blown glass. This stunning piece was produced in Italy during ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Massive English 19th Century Blue Willow Platter
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A stunning large blue willow platter from 19th century England. Made there, circa 1840, this beautiful blue and white piece will wow your guests as an object of art, or used as a serving dish for special occasions. Be sure to view the detailed images to see the ancient Chinese love...
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19th Century English Other Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

54 Pc Georg Jensen Acanthus Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Cutlery Set Denmark
Located in Dayton, OH
The superb Scandinavian Modern Acanthus or Dronning pattern of sterling silver flatware was designed by Johan Rohde in 1917 for Georg Jensen. Service for 8 includes: 8 large knives ...
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

GUCCI Broche Hand and Ring Mug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gucci porcelain mug featuring a pattern of brooches and sculptural handle on the lid and side, accented with gold rims / Made in Italy by Richard Ginori Original stamp at underside /...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Handmade Small Fruit Bowl in Paonazzo Marble
Located in Carrara, IT
Small fruit bowl in Paonazzo marble, extracted and processed in Carrara, Italy. You have a 100% made in Italy product. It is ideal for fruit and to present food. Each piece is in a w...
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2010s Italian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Marble

I Diversi Set of 6 Blue Glasses N. 1
Located in Milan, IT
Part of I Diversi Collection, this set of six glasses boasts exquisite craftsmanship and distinctive decorations that belong to a single piece. Made of mouth-blown Murano crystal, th...
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2010s Italian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

Early 20th Century French Country Brass Teapot
Located in Barcelona, ES
Early 20th century brass teapot. By unknown manufacturer, France. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Materials:...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass

Set of 12 Deborah Ehrlich Simple Crystal Water Glasses, Hand Blown in Sweden
Located in Accord, NY
Launched with Takashimaya in 1999, these handblown crystal water glasses have become a modern Classic. Each Deborah Ehrlich piece is designed for t...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Crystal

Silver Plate and Crystal Champagne, Wine Ice Bucket by PM Italy, circa 1980
Located in Atlanta, GA
Italian silversmith company P.M. Italy designed this exquisite modernist barware silver plate and crystal champagne ice bucket. The rare piece was crafted in Italy circa 1980. The mi...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Silver Plate

Vintage Solingen 69 Piece Gold Plated Canteen Cutlery Fitted Case 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful Vintage Solingen 69 piece 12 place settings canteen of 24kt gold plated cutlery, from Germany, and late 20th century in date.   The set is made in the delightful Golden Affection pattern and is complete and cased in its original fitted case.   The set comprises:   12 x Main Forks 12 x Main Knives 12 x Soup Spoons 12 x Tea Spoons 12 x Cake Forks 2 x Gravy Ladles 2 x Serving Spoons 1 x Soup Ladle 2 x Pickle Forks 1 x Sugar Spoons 1x Cake Slicer   Add an elegant touch to your dining experience with this wonderful set.   Condition: This set is in really excellent unused condition please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 10 cm x Width 45 cm x Depth 31 cm Dimensions in inches: Height 4 inches x Width 1 foot, 6 inches x Depth 1 foot Solingen Cutlery...
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Late 20th Century German Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate

A large sterling silver maple leaf centerpiece by Buccellati, Italy 20th century
Located in View Park, CA
A rare large maple leaf sterling silver centerpiece created by the famous Italian silversmith Buccellati, twentieth century. The centerpiece is composed of three large finely chisele...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Aesthetic Movement Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Derby Mansion House Dwarf Figures porcelain, 19th Century
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
These are a pair of Derby Porcelain "Mansion House" Dwarfs or "Grotesque Punches" both with incised model numbers and dating to the 19th century. Both figures, male and female are m...
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19th Century English Georgian Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Majolica Green-Glazed Geranium Plate, Hope & Carter, English, ca. 1870s
Located in Banner Elk, NC
English majolica green-glazed 9.13-inch plate, with relief molded geranium plants and blossoms and a shaped rim by the English firm Hope & Carter, Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, ca. 1870s....
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Majolica

Ribera Handmade Large Centerpiece Bowl - Stoneware
Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR
Beautiful large centerpiece bowl crafted from stoneware clay. Inspired by the vibrant marine life of the reef and the soft motion of ocean waves, this extra large fruit bowl showcases a distinctive blend of artistry and nature, capturing the tranquil beauty of the sea. Each centerpiece bowl is wheel-thrown and hand-glazed in our studio, featuring a soft, white matte finish that beautifully enhances the organic textures of the clay. The glaze has been specially formulated for this collection, reflecting the dedication and craftsmanship that goes into each piece. Ideal for keeping your weekly fruits out on the counter or as a striking standalone accent, this white centerpiece bowl...
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2010s Argentine Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Pottery, Stoneware

French Antique Confit Yellow Redware Faience Yellowware Art Pottery Pot France
Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR
A rustic French confit pot from the late nineteenth / early twentieth-century. Originally used for storing preserves. This would make a lovely addition to a collection of antique p...
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Late 19th Century French Campaign Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Pottery

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

Large MacCoy Ceramic Pot with Lid Brown Color 1960 United States
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Beautiful hand painted Pot with lid by Mccoy from United States, 1960's. Brown glaze with brown painted zig-zag motif. Beautiful shelf accessory. Signed.
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1960s American French Provincial Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Charles Catteau Boch Enamel Ceramic Art Deco Blue Deer Pottery Vase
Located in Brescia, IT
Fine Art Deco vase by Charles Catteau Boch, La Louvier Gres Keramis Belgium, 1920 circa Glazed ceramic with blue deer Excellent condiction.  
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1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Smoke Set of 2 Double Old Fashion Glasses by Joe Colombo
Located in Milan, IT
A striking addition to a modern home, this set of two old fashion glasses is part of the Smoke Collection, a series of sophisticated and unexpected glassware pieces that will make a statement on any occasion. Designed in 1963, the set boasts a modernist silhouette with the harmonious combination of a linear bowl...
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2010s Italian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Crystal

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

Smoke Set of 2 Wine Glasses by Joe Colombo
Located in Milan, IT
Displayed on a modern table, either in multiples as an accent or along with the other set in the same Smoke Collection, this set of two wine glasses is sure to make a statement in a refined home. The unique design was created by Joe Colombo in 1963 and is still a fresh and unexpected look that harmoniously combines a linear bowl...
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2010s Italian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Crystal

Mid Century Vintage White Murano Glass Vase, Italy, 2000s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful vase made from Murano glass in perfect condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. No jags, defects etc. Only one unique piece. Venetian glass (...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Archimede Seguso Murano Gold Dust Art Glass Bowl with Controlled Bubbles
Located in Barcelona, ES
Midcentury Round Murano Bullicante Art Glass Bowl with Gold Dust ____________________________________________________________ Beautiful hand blown bullicante Murano glass bowl / asht...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Gold Leaf

Saint Louis Crystal Manhattan Whiskey Decanter
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage, rare French whiskey decanter with stopper from Manhattan collection by Saint Louis features a pattern of Art Deco inspired vertical and horizontal cuts on clear crystal body...
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20th Century French Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Crystal

A trio of rare sterling silver pieces with ancient Roman coins, Bulgari 20th c
Located in View Park, CA
A trio of rare sterling silver pieces with inset ancient Roman coins, Bulgari and after Bulgari, 20th century: 1. Bulgari -Larger tray in sterling silver with larger authentic anci...
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20th Century Italian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Metal, Sterling Silver

Tropical Birds Set of 6 Glasses
Located in Milan, IT
Featuring six tumblers (10 H. x 8 ⌀ cm) in blown glass, this refined set of six pieces makes a strikingly simple yet dynamic addition to any table setting. Part of a collection inspi...
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2010s Italian Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

Small French 19th Century Yellow Glazed Ceramic Confit Jar
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful small confit jar with its characteristic yellow glaze. Confit jars were used primarily in the South of France for the preservation of meats such as duck or goose for dish...
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

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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