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Modern Platters and Serveware

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Lobel Originals Pair of Octagonal Trays in Black & White Python 2024 (Signed)
Located in New York, NY
Two meticulously crafted octagonal trays in black and white python with finger handles by Evan Lobel for Lobel Originals, American 2024 (label on bottom reads “Lobel Originals NYC”)....
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2010s American Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood, Silk, Python

Salvador dali ceci n’est pas une assiette art plate
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Here we present number 913 / 2000 art glass plate by salvador dali. Made with  friend jacques daum in the 1970's and titled 'ceci n'est pas une assiette' which means 'this is not a ...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Art Glass

Labrador Brass-Plated Silver Sauce-Boat, by Andrea Branzi from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Labrador sauce-boat was originally designed by Andrea Branzi in 1982. This piece is featured in brass with plated silver 925, or in solid 925 silver. Prices may vary for the soli...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass, Silver

Pair of Trays, Patinated Brass Finish, Expertly Crafted.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of trays, patinated brass finish, expertly crafted. Discover the ultimate in luxury with this tray. This serving tray with a patinated brass finish exudes elegance and charm. W...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Metal

Ivory Shagreen Tray
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ivory Shagreen and hand beaten stainless steel tray with black leather presentation box Designed by Fabio Bergomi for Fabio Ltd, made in Italy...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ivory Shagreen Tray
Ivory Shagreen Tray
$720 Sale Price
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Neal Fray for Opening Ceremony Anodized Purple Turquoise Aluminum Tray Barware
Located in North Miami, FL
The glorious colors that fade into one another of purple, blue and turquoise was done for Art Basel 2016 by an artist named Neal Fray for Opening Ceremony for Art Basel, 2016. This w...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 4 Kartell Large Dune Trays in Chrome by Mario Bellini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The semi-transparent material of these trays with internal sculpting varies in chromatic intensity and luminosity and projects a magical three-dimensional illusion onto the surface holding glasses and cups. Images fluctuate and flow in these trays. Like mountain streams, rivers of lava, fiery flames. Animated images of the caprices of wind and light. Like the waves on the sea, desert dunes or the shimmering reflections of silk. These rainbow-colored trays...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Plastic

Striped Vintage Tray in Lucite by Guzzini 1970's Italy
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A large rectangular vintage serving tray by Guzzini Italy in lucite. The base is jet black with diagonal stripes in green. In very good condition with minor scratching.
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20th Century Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Ceramic Tray with 4 Bowls Ø 12, Handmade in Italy 2021, Choose Your Pattern
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
For more than 30 years this artist has revolutionized the way of thinking about stone. Their artisan techniques are the result of careful research and deep knowledge of the subject: ...
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2010s Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Lava

Tiffany Midcentury Modern Sterling Silver 14-Inch Round Tray
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury Modern sterling silver tray. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Round and deep well, flat shoulder, and narrow applied rim. Fully marked including maker’s stamp and postwa...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Lobel Originals Octagonal Tray in Plum, Gray and Sunflower Python, New
Located in New York, NY
8 Sided tray covered in plum, gray and sunflower python with radiating design, brass handles and bottom covered in black moiré silk by Lobel Originals, American. This is beautifully ...
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2010s American Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Lobel Originals Octagonal Tray in Multicolor Python with Malachite Accents - New
Located in New York, NY
Custom made 8 sided tray in multicolor python with brushed chrome handles and malachite accents around top by Lobel Originals, American 2023. This piece...
Category

2010s American Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Malachite, Chrome

Wilton Mount Joy PA Silver Plated Cast Aluminum 14" Dish Platter Tray
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wilton Mount Joy PA Silver Plated Cast Aluminum 14" Dish Platter Tray. Item features original hallmark, cast aluminum construction, silver plated finish, shapely scalloped edges, ver...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Aluminum

Dinner Plates Set Six Charger Platters Serveware Majolica Ceramic Purple Painted
Located in Recanati, IT
This luxurious set of six plates, in majolica painted in polychrome, reinterprets the "VARIO RICCO" decoration of the sixteenth century in Deruta: our plates are handmade and hand-pa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Ghidini 1961 Tip Top Flat Tray in Polished Gold Finish
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This elegant tray in stainless steel. It is part of the Tip Top series which consists of hexagonal pieces made of layers of triangles.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Established & Sons Wrongwoods Tray by Richard Wood & Sebastian Wrong
Located in London, GB
Relaunch 2009 in black and white and 2010 in pink and blue British artist Richard Woods is renowned for his work with garish and repetitious motifs. He h...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Plywood

Cultura Stainless Steel Streamlined Serving Platter
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a beautiful serving dish by Cultural. It's made of brushed stainless steel.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tiffany American Modern Deep & Heavy Sterling Silver Tray
Located in New York, NY
Modern sterling silver tray. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1910. Round with deep well, narrow shoulder, and reeded rim. Fully marked including maker’s stamp, pattern no. 1174...
Category

Early 20th Century American Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Editioned Italian Fornasetti Calendar Porcelain Plate, 2012
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage Italian decorative porcelain plate designed and made by Fornasetti. The commemorative plate is for the year of 2012 and features an angle blowing the calendar pieces. The p...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 4 Kartell Small Dune Trays in Chrome by Mario Bellini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The semi-transparent material of these trays with internal sculpting varies in chromatic intensity and luminosity and projects a magical three-dimensional illusion onto the surface holding glasses and cups. Images fluctuate and flow in these trays. Like mountain streams, rivers of lava, fiery flames. Animated images of the caprices of wind and light. Like the waves on the sea, desert dunes or the shimmering reflections of silk. These rainbow-colored trays...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Plastic

Vintage Gucci Rare Silver Plate, Brass Horse Bit Oval Tray with Handles Barware
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning, fantastic, rare and unusual vintage Italian hallmarked Gucci oval horse bit monumental large tray is a combination of brass and silver plated. It is so versatile for serving, for dining or for barware. The oval size is large and the combination of the two metals is gorgeous. This is a great find of a huge Gucci tray...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Absolute White Marble Charger Plate Christmas Decor Table Tableware Made Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Create a spectacular and elegant table setting for the Christmas and New Years Eve festivities with our new charger plates in "Absolute White" marble. The natural crystals in this se...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Marble

Charger Plate Platters Serveware Set of 4 Green Quartzite Marble Collectible
Located in Ancona, Marche
Set of 4 hand carved charger plates from semi-precious green quartzite. Multiple use as charger plates, plates, platters and placers. Dimensions: D 3...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Quartz

Charger Plate Platters Serveware Amber Onyx Marble Collectible Handmade Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved charger plate from Amber onyx. Multiple use as charger plates, plates, platters and placers. The polished finishing underlines the transparency ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Onyx

Charger Plate Platters Serveware Orange Set Onyx Marble Handmade Collectible
Located in Ancona, Marche
Set of 6 hand carved charger plates from orange onyx. Multiple use as charger plates, plates, platters and placers. The polished finishing underlines the transparency of the onyx mak...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Onyx

Charger Plate Platters Serveware Set of 4 Yellow Marble Collectible Design Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Set of 4 hand carved charger plates from Yellow Siena marble. Multiple use as charger plates, plates, platters and placers. Dimensions: D 33, H 1.9 cm. Available in different marbl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Marble

Charger Plate Platters Serveware Set of 4 White Onyx Marble Handmade Collectible
Located in Ancona, Marche
Set of 4 hand carved charger plates in White onyx. Multiple use as charger plates, plates, platters and placers. The polished finishing underlines the transparency of the onyx making...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Onyx

Late 20th C. Set of 8 Substantial Seeded Glass Chargers in 4 Different Colors
Located in Morristown, NJ
A set of 8 large pressed glass chargers. Two each in yellow, blue, orange and green. The facing side is smooth while the underside is textured. There is a 1.5" rippled border on the ...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Glass

Charger Plates Platters Serveware Set of Four Black Marquina Marble Brass Inlay
Located in Ancona, Marche
Set of 4 hand carved charger plate from black Marquina marble with 3 brass ants inlay. Multiple use as charger plates, plates, platters and placers. Dimen...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Marble

Dansk Ceramic Blueberries Serving Platter
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a Blueberries pattern serving platter by Dansk
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20th Century European Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Plates Platters Serveware Set of 3 Green Marble White Onyx Hand-carved Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved presentation plates in Green Ming marble and white onyx. Multiple use as plates, platters and placers. Dimensions: Small - L 24 W 20 H 1.8 cm, Medium - L 30 W 28 H 1.8...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Onyx, Marble

Plates Platters Serveware Set of 3 Solid Pink Onyx Grey Marble Hand-carved Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved presentation plates in pink onyx and imperial grey marble. Multiple use as plates, platters and placers. Dimensions: Small - L24 W20 H1.8 cm, Medium - L30 W28 H1.8 cm,...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Onyx, Marble

Plates Platters Serveware Set White Statuary Marble Blue Azul Hand-carved Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved presentation plates in Azul Macaubas Quartzite and Statuary marble. Multiple use as plates, platters and placers. Dimensions: Small - L24 W20 H1.8 cm, Medium - L30 W28...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Quartz, Marble

Plate Platter Serveware Solid Blue Azul Marble Hand-carved Collectible Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved presentation plate from semi-precious quartzite Azul Macaubas (Extra Blue). Multiple use as plates, platters and placers. Dimensions: Medium L 30, W 28, H 1.8 cm, also ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Quartz

Plate Platter Serveware Solid Imperial Grey Marble Hand-carved Collectible Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved presentation plate from Imperial grey marble. Multiple use as plates, platters and placers. Dimensions: Small L 24, W 20, H 1.8 cm, also available: Medium L 30, W 28, H...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Marble

Plates Platter Serveware Set Green Onyx Blue Azul White Marble Hand-carved Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved presentation plates in Green onyx, Azul Macaubas Quartzite and Statuary marble. Multiple use as plates, platters and placers. Dimensions: Small - L24 W20 H1.8 cm, Mediu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Onyx, Quartz, Marble

Plate Platter Serveware Solid Grey Stone Collectible Design Italy Hand-carved
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved presentation plate from grey stone. Multiple use as plates, platters and placers. Dimensions: Medium - L30 W28 H1.8 cm, also available: Small - L 24 W 20 H 1.8 cm / Big...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Marble

Plate Platters Serveware Solid White Onyx Marble Tableware Hand-carved Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved presentation plate from White onyx. Multiple use as plates, platters and placers. The polished finishing underlines the transparency of the onyx making this a very precio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Onyx

Centerpiece Serveware Platter White Carrara Marble Pink Onyx Flamingo Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Centerpiece/serving plate in white Carrara marble with inlay in brass and pink onyx. Material: White Carrara marble, pink onyx, brushed brass. Dimen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Onyx, Marble, Brass

Plate Platters Serveware Blue Azul Macaubas Marble Collectible Hand-carved Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved presentation plate from semi-precious quartzite Azul Macaubas. Multiple use as plates, platters and placers. Dimensions: Small L 24, W 20, H 1.8 cm, also available: Med...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Quartz

Minimalist Marble Tray Large
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
With pure and simple shapes, Alban Le Henry created a set of stylish, elegant, and clean trays. Crafted from both natural Portuguese marble or ash solid wood, the ECLIPSE trays featu...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Marble

Chic Snakeskin Enameled Metal Serving Plate
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Chic and graphic artist made enameled metal serving plate in fabulous snakeskin pattern. Want to see more beautiful things? Scroll down below and clic...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Enamel

Olimpia 15cm Cakestand by Vetrerie di Empoli
Located in New York, NY
Created and handpainted by the historical Vetrerie di Empoli Griffe (1938) as a tribute to the Olympic Games which will take place between Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo in 2026.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Glass

Olimpia 21cm Cakestand by Vetrerie di Empoli
Located in New York, NY
Created and handpainted by the historical Vetrerie di Empoli Griffe (1938) as a tribute to the Olympic Games which will take place between Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo in 2026.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Glass

Sabbia "Sand", 21st Century Botticino Marble Tray
Located in Cologna Veneta, IT
The Sabbia tray, made entirely of marble, can be used as an object holder and empty pockets at home or in the office. This elegant marble tray is also perfect for an aperitif, placing the snacks...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Marble

Six Silver Plate Service Chargers Ribbon and Reed Border England
Located in Montreal, QC
Whether you are setting your table for a formal or informal occasion, service plates offer the hostess an opportunity to set the atmosphere for the decor of the table with timeless e...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate

New Modern Sushi Plate in Michelangelo Marble Creator Colominas Stock
Located in Milan, IT
The idealized meeting of east and west has led Colominas to consider a sushi set that embodies Japan’s Minimalist aesthetic with attention to detail for even the most mundane object. Making it extremely contemporary through a touch of design application, it’s still a cypher of oriental design. Size: 30 x 12 x 2.5 cm (Plate), 4.7 x 1.2 x 1.2 (Chopstick Holder...
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2010s Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Marble

Hand-Hammered Brass Monumental Round Serving Tray Barware Vintage
Located in North Miami, FL
This versatile extra large polished brass serving tray is hand-hammered. It has been professionally polished. The semicircle apron design on the perimeter is sculptural. Great for ba...
Category

1970s Unknown Vintage Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Lobel Originals Tray in Silver Python - New
Located in New York, NY
New tray in silver python with handles at ends and bottom in black moire silk by Lobel Originals, American. This is beautifully made and part of a small number of unique accessories...
Category

2010s American Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silk, Wood, Python

Marble Tray, Macael Tone with Leather Straps, Large
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Marble trays with leather straps and brass bottom reinforcement. Leather tips on the legs to avoid scratching surfaces. Marble is a non-foliated m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Marble

Adelaide X Serving Set by Xie Dong for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
As she experimented with different materials, and due to a special technique, Xie Dong has mandaged to ruffle, and almost pleat, ceramics. She's a true artist, able to translate a de...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

Lobel Originals Tray in Silver Python, New
Located in New York, NY
New tray in silver python with handles at ends and bottom in black moiré silk by Lobel Originals, American. This is beautifully made and part of a small number of unique accessories ...
Category

2010s American Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silk, Wood, Python

Lobel Originals Octagonal Tray in Multicolor Python with Rhinestones - New
Located in New York, NY
Custom made 8 sided tray in multicolor python with 2 chrome handles each with inset rhinestones by Lobel Originals, American 2023. This piece is meticul...
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2010s American Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Chrome

Kafi 1 Cheese Board in Oiled Maple by Martin Leugers & Tricia Wright for Wooda
Located in Omro, WI
The Kafi 1 (Icelandic for submerged) hors d'oeuvre board has an elongated proportion that adds a dynamic appearance to any setting large or small. Recessed bowls provide a perfect sh...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Maple

Kafi 3 Cheese Board in Oiled Mahogany, Martin Leugers & Tricia Wright for Wooda
Located in Omro, WI
The Kafi 3 (Icelandic for submerged) hors d'oeuvre board has an elongated proportion that adds a dynamic appearance to any setting large or small. Recessed bowls provide a perfect sh...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Mahogany

Contemporary Coupe Platter Gold Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware
Located in Roma, RM
Hand painted in Italy from the finest porcelain, this craquelé edge coupe platter from the Chestnut collection has an original golden crackled rim emphasizing the sandy surface cover...
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2010s Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

Lobel Originals Rectangular Tray in Burnt Orange Alligator and Gray Python, New
Located in New York, NY
New tray with handles covered in burnt orange alligator with sides covered in gray python and bottom in black moiré silk by Lobel Originals, American. This...
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2010s American Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Animal Skin, Silk, Wood

"Philippe" Leather Tray Designed by Claude Bouchard for Oscar Maschera
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Philippe" is a leather tray, designed by Claude Bouchard and manufactured by Oscar Maschera. Genuine Italian leather vegetable tanned. This tray has two different colors: one for th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Leather

Les Héritiers Large Gilded Enameled Ceramic Plate Centerpiece, 1990
Located in Paris, IDF
This colourful enameled ceramic round plate was designed and produced by Les Héritiers in France in the early 1990s. This large plate has eye-catching pastel colors, with gilded deta...
Category

1990s French Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

WM Rogers Waverly 3826 Scalloped Edge Round Silver Plated Serving Platter Tray
Located in Philadelphia, PA
WM Rogers Waverly 3826 Scalloped Edge Round Silver Plated Serving Platter Tray. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 1" H x 13.25" Diameter.
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Late 20th Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate

Modern platters and serveware for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern platters and serveware for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage platters and serveware created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with stone, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern platters and serveware made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original platters and serveware, popular names associated with this style include Barberini & Gunnell, Pieruga Marble, Mosche Bianche, and Ghidini 1961. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for platters and serveware differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $49 and tops out at $69,597 while the average work can sell for $604.

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