French Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

A lovely large antique French Bordeaux Vieillard blue & white seaweed oyster plate or platter with nine wells, circa 1890. Maker's mark on reverse. It displays beautifully and would ...

Some table services charm with their refinement. Others invite you into a whole imaginary garden. This beautiful late 19th-century Gien faience dinner service immediately captivates ...

Elegant set of eight individual Berry Bowls made of fine Haviland Limoges porcelain, dating to circa 1900. Each bowl features a gracefully rounded, gently curved form, originally int...

Elegant French glass ashtray dating from the 1970s, featuring a minimalist circular design with a softly hammered texture that beautifully catches and reflects the light. Crafted in ...

Elegant mid-century silver-plated champagne or ice bucket by the venerable French silversmith Christofle. Dating to the 1950s, this large and striking piece belongs to the prestigiou...

A delicate set of six Haviland Limoges porcelain demitasse cups and matching saucers, made in France and decorated with soft pink floral sprays, pale green foliage, and refined gilt accents. Each cup has a graceful small-scale form with a curved handle finished in gold, paired with a scalloped saucer that echoes the same romantic floral decoration. The porcelain body is luminous white, giving the soft rose and green pattern a light, elegant, and distinctly French presence. This set is designed for demitasse service, espresso, after-dinner coffee, tea, or decorative display. The smaller scale gives the pieces a refined table quality, ideal for formal coffee service, dessert courses, afternoon tea, or a collected cabinet arrangement. The floral decoration feels romantic without being heavy, and the gilt detail adds just enough refinement to make the set feel special. Haviland Limoges is one of the most recognized names in French porcelain, admired for its fine white porcelain body, delicate decoration, and long association with elegant domestic entertaining. This set reflects that tradition beautifully, with graceful proportions, soft floral ornament, and the quiet sophistication associated with early twentieth-century Limoges tableware. This offering is for six demitasse cups and six matching saucers only. Spoons are not included. The set displays beautifully on open shelving, in a china cabinet, on a tea table, or layered with silver plate, linen, crystal, floral porcelain, and other collected French tableware. Presented in antique to early vintage condition consistent with age and use, with light wear appropriate to porcelain tableware of this period, including possible minor gilt wear and natural surface marks from use. A lovely and collectible Haviland Limoges demitasse...

Originally from the Lido cabaret in Paris, this mid twentieth century French silver plate champagne bucket features scrolling acanthus leaf handles on each side and a footed base. Th...

Charming little set made of Limoges Porcelain, 19th century Just what you need for a delicate lunch or an exquisite afternoon « goûter »! - 24 plates - 12 soup plates - 3 sauce boat...

Elegant French serving tray dating from the 1940s, crafted in warm-toned wood with a decorative geometric veneer pattern across the central panel. The rectangular frame is fitted wit...

A beautiful set of five antique French majolica plates, featuring an elegant relief design of vine leaves, grape clusters, and branches. Their rich palette of greens, browns, and cre...

19th Century Rare French Majolica Reticulated Flowers Platter. 10.3 by 8.7 inches.  

Few 19th-century French faience services embody the elegance, artistic refinement and poetic spirit of the Japonisme movement as beautifully as Jules Vieillard Bordeaux’s celebrated “Nella” pattern. More than a dinner service, this remarkable ensemble is a hand-painted work of art, where every piece celebrates nature through an extraordinary variety of exotic birds, flowering branches, butterflies and delicate insects. No two plates are exactly alike, making each place setting a unique composition while preserving the perfect harmony of the whole. Founded in Bordeaux in 1845, the Jules Vieillard manufactory became one of France’s most prestigious ceramic producers. By the 1870s it employed nearly 1,300 craftsmen, ranking among the country’s leading faience manufacturers. Its artistic creations were celebrated at the great international exhibitions of the nineteenth century, including the Gold Medal awarded at the Paris Universal Exposition of 1878, a distinction that firmly established the international reputation of the Bordeaux factory. Created during this golden period, the “Nella” pattern is now regarded as one of the manufactory’s finest and rarest achievements. Inspired by the discovery of Japanese art in Europe during the second half of the nineteenth century, it perfectly reflects the new decorative language that transformed European ceramics. Every piece was individually moulded in fine faience, fired, then meticulously hand-painted by master decorators using coloured enamels before receiving its final transparent glaze and being fired once again. This demanding process ensured exceptional brilliance while allowing each painter complete artistic freedom. Rather than reproducing a single repetitive design, every plate was intentionally decorated with its own individual composition. Kingfishers, parrots and other exotic birds rest upon blossoming branches of prunus, peonies, irises and wild roses. Butterflies, dragonflies and tiny ladybirds animate the white ground with remarkable delicacy, creating the impression of a living garden. The asymmetrical compositions, generous areas of untouched white and graceful movement throughout the decoration perfectly express the refined aesthetic of French Japonisme. Complete “Nella” services have become extraordinarily scarce. Intended for everyday use within distinguished households, most examples were gradually dispersed or damaged over nearly one hundred and fifty years. Today, large coherent ensembles with their original serving pieces seldom appear on the international market. According to family history, this exceptional service remained for generations in an elegant maison de maître on the French Riviera before entering the antiques market. Unlike most surviving examples, which are composed predominantly of plates, this magnificent ensemble retains an unusually rich selection of original serving pieces together with its complete coffee service, making it equally desirable for collectors, designers and prestigious private residences. Composition — 83 Pieces * 27 Dinner Plates – Ø 25 cm (9.84 in) * 14 Soup Plates – Ø 25.5 cm (10.04 in) * 16 Dessert Plates – Ø 22.5 cm (8.86 in) * 1 Covered Soup Tureen * 2 Covered Vegetable Tureens * 1 Covered Serving Dish * 2 Large Oval Serving Platters * 1 Large Fish Platter * 1 Shell-Shaped Compotier * 2 Covered Sauce Boats with Attached Stands * 1 Covered Mustard Pot * 1 Coffee Pot * 1 Covered Sugar Bowl * 1 Milk Jug * 10 Coffee Cups * 11 Coffee Saucers Every piece bears the JVB factory mark beneath, while the principal serving pieces are additionally marked “Nella”, confirming the authenticity of this prestigious model. The overall condition is exceptional considering its age of approximately 150 years. The enamels retain remarkable freshness and brilliance, while the glaze remains beautifully preserved. Minor imperfections are limited to a few discreet hairlines, one deep serving dish displaying slight age-related darkening, one coffee saucer with noticeable staining and the expected traces of careful domestic use accumulated over generations. These small imperfections are entirely consistent with the age of the service and do not detract from its extraordinary visual impact. More than simply an antique dinner service...

This exceptional Baccarat champagne ice bucket or wine cooler is a true testament to refined craftsmanship and timeless elegance. Designed by the renowned Valéry Klein and crafted by...

Antique French Butcher Block Baker’s Table Pétrin Farmhouse Kitchen Island c1790. Direct from France, a rare antique French butcher block baker’s table (Pétrin), featuring a massive...

Rare 19th century Majolica oyster plate with pastels colors, shells and seaweeds signed Gien.

Luxury at its finest, set of 18 high-end glasses in deep rich blue crystal by Baccarat. The pure and clean bowl contrast with an angular and tactile stem. This union results in a bea...

Beautiful weathered piece of pottery from the Provence. Great color and rare small size. France, circa 1850 Good but weathered condition.

An elegant Art Deco era ice bucket crafted from silver-plated metal, featuring two spherical turned-wood handles. Its sleek design—characterized by geometric lines and a gently taper...

French Art Deco Birdcage Cocktail Pick Set, circa 1930 A rare and whimsical French Art Deco bar accessory, crafted in France around 1930. This imagin...

A delicate Haviland Limoges porcelain covered serving dish, made in France and decorated with soft pink floral sprays, pale green foliage, and subtle gilt accents over a luminous whi...

"The master of glazes" HANS HEDBERG (1917-2007), sculpture in shape of apple, faience. H 12 cm. Hedberg was born in Köpmanholmen, Sweden. He studied at the Royal Danish Academy of ...

French vintage ceramic tray by Gustave Reynaud for Le Mûrier (circa 1960s). Rectangular-shaped earthenware tray with raised rim and slighted rounded edges presenting decor of Le Mûri...

Great pair of late 19th century Provencal earthenware plates France, circa 1880-1900 Good but weathered condition.

French Majolica strawberries plate circa 1880 Luneville.

Mid-Century French ceramic tray by Gustave Reynaud for Le Mûrier (circa 1960s). Long, rectangular-shaped tray in rustic earthenware and decor featuring a stylised plant motif that Re...

Luxury at its finest, set of 24 high-end drink glasses in clear crystal and 1 decanter by Baccarat. The Massena glassware showcases Baccarat’s meticulous craftsmanship. Deep orgue b...

Some table services are beautiful in their uniformity. Others find their charm in the art of mixing. This exceptional French Terre de Fer faience GIEN dinner service brings together...

Rare 19th century Majolica oyster plate with pastels colors, shells and seaweeds signed Gien.

Set of 6 French Majolica Egg Cup Circa 1890. Manufacture Saint-Clément ( East of France ) Purple lavender flowers shape.

A refined set of five Haviland Limoges white porcelain luncheon plates, made in France and finished with delicate gold trim. Each plate is white porcelain, with the soft blue tone in...

Rare Large French Majolica Olives Leaves Platter signed Sarreguemines Majolica circa 1870. 13.8 by 13.8 inches.

A delicate set of eight Haviland Limoges porcelain plates, made in France and decorated with soft pink and blue floral sprays over a luminous white porcelain ground. Each plate featu...

French aqua turquoise Majolica strawberry rectangular cake platter signed Sarreguemines Majolica, circa 1870.

A refined set of four Haviland Limoges porcelain cups and saucers in the classic Ranson pattern, made in France and finished in luminous white porcelain with delicate gold trim. The photos may give the porcelain a soft pink or warm tone because of the lighting, but the pieces are white with gilt edging. Each cup has a graceful rounded form with a simple handle accented in gold, paired with a matching scalloped saucer featuring the elegant molded rim associated with the Ranson blank. The Ranson pattern is one of the most recognizable Haviland Limoges forms, admired for its quiet elegance, sculptural edge, and timeless simplicity. Unlike heavily decorated floral Limoges services...

Set of Eight Portieux Vallerysthal Turquoise Blue Opaline Wine or Water Goblets. Each glass with a wafer stem all in very good condition with no visible chips. As with all hand blown...

A beautiful Haviland Limoges porcelain covered vegetable dish or small tureen in the Montebello pattern, made in France circa 1890s. The piece is decorated with delicate green floral...

French onyx ashtray dating from the 1970s. Carved from a solid piece of natural stone, the ashtray features a square geometric form with a circular recessed center. The stone displays striking natural veining in cream, beige, honey and dark grey tones, making each section visually unique. Its substantial construction and polished surface give the piece an elegant, sculptural presence typical of decorative stone accessories from the 1970s. Both functional and decorative, it can also be repurposed as a small catchall or vide-poche for a desk, console or coffee table. Style : Mid-Century Modern Modernist Hollywood Regency Key Features : France, 1970s Natural onyx construction Square geometric form Circular recessed bowl Cream, beige and dark grey veining Polished stone surface Substantial sculptural appearance Functional ashtray or catchall Each natural stone pattern is unique Vintage condition consistent with age Keywords : French onyx ashtray, vintage onyx ashtray, 1970s ashtray, stone ashtray, Mid-Century ashtray, square onyx ashtray, natural stone catchall...

A child’s assiette parlante, a talking plate, illustrated by Benjamin Rabier for Sarreguemines, France – circa 1900. Benjamin Rabier (1864-1939), was a French children’s author, pl...

This stunning cocktail picks set has a perfect Art Deco geometric design. The barware piece was expertly crafted in France, circa 1930. The eight cocktail forks are adorned with root...

Olive Wood Coaster Set - Mid-Century Modern Carved Wood Coasters - France 1970s Rare set of 6 coasters and their gouged storage box. The set is hand-carved in a beautiful olive woo...

Unusual French Majolica asparagus plate with 3 spaces unsigned, circa 1890.

From the Saint-Clément faïencerie, a vintage French barbotine majolica glazed raspberry pitcher, circa 1960s, in the Art Nouveau style. Still bearing the original French gold foil label: “St Clément France...

Charming French ceramic two-handled cup created by Robert Picault in Vallauris, South of France, circa 1960. This distinctive piece features the celebrated ceramicist’s instantly rec...

A gorgeous antique French Sarreguemines majolica oyster plate, circa 1870. Maker's mark and model number on reverse (this is an older model). It displays beautifully with vibrant col...

Molded glass ashtray attributed to Le Corbusier for Saint-Gobain, made in France in the 1930s. This iconic modernist piece features a clean, geometric form combined with the organic...

A beautiful Set of six Haviland Limoges porcelain bread and butter plates in the Bergère pattern, made in France and decorated with delicate pale blue floral sprays over a luminous w...

An iconic piece of barware, this silver plated ice bucket / server was made by the top-notch French silversmith, Ravinet d'Enfert, for the French fashion house Hermes of Paris. Th...

Early 20th Century Theodore Haviland porcelain dinnerware service in the discontinued Varenne pattern. Manufactured primarily between 1936 and 1952, this classic tableware was craft...

French green Majolica leaves plate signed Montereau, circa 1890.

Large marquetry wooden tray in the French provincial style, France, 1950s. This elegant rectangular wooden serving tray features a central marquetry design inspired by traditional F...

French Majolica pink daisy plate Orchies, circa 1890.

Green Majolica oyster plate, six white wells on a green basket weave, circa 1890 signed Longchamp.

French green Majolica leaves plate signed Montereau, circa 1890.

Stunning French heavy gauge Sterling Silver Centerpiece of ovoid outline, complete with its original firm fitting Cranberry Glass liner, late Nineteenth Century. The circular body ...

Rare Rouen plate with beautiful blue decoration. France, circa 1750 Good condition.

Fine French porcelain antique Rose de France set of six dessert plates Early 20th Century Exquisite quality, each plate with a shaped scrolled gilt decorated border with romantic Ros...

A gorgeous antique French Sarreguemines majolica oyster plate, circa 1870. Maker's mark and model number on reverse (this is an older model). It displays beautifully with vibrant col...

French Majolica asparagus platter Fives Lille, circa 1890. Reference / Page 149 "Artichauts et asperges en barbotine" of M.Bottero.

Colorful Majolica asparagus plate Salins, circa 1890.   

A child’s assiette parlante, a talking plate, illustrated by Benjamin Rabier for Sarreguemines, France – circa 1900. Benjamin Rabier (1864-1939), was a French children’s author, pla...