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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chair — crafted 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
Six Silver Plate Service Chargers Gadroon Border England
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! 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 Elegance. These stunning under plates are always larger than the dinnerware that will be set on top of them, framing your culinary delights! Six Silver Plate Service Chargers...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Silver Plate
Kafi 1 Cheese Board in Oiled Walnut by Martin Leugers &Tricia Wright for Wooda
By Wooda, Martin Leugers
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, Walnut
Ceramic Charger Plate, 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
Handcrafted Marble Plate "Hyades" Brass Handle in the Form of a Deer by Anaktae
By ANAKTAE
Located in Athens, GR
Contemporary handcrafted, round plate, model "Hyades" in solid marble with oxidized cast brass handle, in the form of a deer, inspired by ancient Greek symbols. The plate can be used as a vide-poche, a jewelry holder or a small serving plate.
Customization is available. The deer handle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Marble, Brass
New Modern Tray in White Michelangelo Marble, creator Ivan Colominas
Located in Milan, IT
An essential, minimalist tray that easily lends itself to multiple uses. At the table, in the kitchen, in the dining room. In simplicity is beauty.
Size: 40 x 2.2 cm, smooth finishing, stain treatment compatible with food. Commercial name: Nysiros, Materia e Tavola Collection by Ivan Colominas, Spanish Designer. Also available in Black Marquina Marble. Made in Italy, hand finished.
Mmairo loves wining and dining, good food and entertaining...
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2010s Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Marble
Manitoba White Porcelain Tray, by Matteo Thun from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
Tray in white porcelain. The Manitoba tray was originally designed in 1982 by Matteo Thun, and belongs to the Memphis Milano Collection 1981-1988. The white porcelain tray...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Porcelain
Amélie Handcrafted Cruet, Handmade in Italy 2021, Choose Size and Colours
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This wonderful collection encourages to participate in the process of combining small pleasures into a significant whole by regarding details as both minute and essential. Our artist...
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2010s Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Charger Plate, 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: ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Lava
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...
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2010s American Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Silk, Wood, Python
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
Amélie Handcrafted Baking Tray, Handmade in Italy 2021, Choose Size and Colors
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This wonderful collection encourages to participate in the process of combining small pleasures into a significant whole by regarding details as both minute and essential. Our artist...
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2010s Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Giovanni Desimone Hand Painted Pottery Fish Platter Serving Plate
Located in Miami, FL
Original Italian Giovanni Desimone hand painted pottery, fish platter, serving plate.
The plate is glazed and very colorful.
Marked and numbered on underside, 'DeSimone, Italy 21'.
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1990s Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Pottery, Paint
Signed Guy Degrenne Burled Wood, Gilt And Stainless Tray or Barware French
Located in North Miami, FL
This most unusual square tray, barware or serving piece is signed Guy Degrenne Made in France with some numbers. The combination materials consist of stai...
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1990s French Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Tom Rooth Puffer Fish Platter – Handmade Ceramic
By Tom Rooth
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This handmade ceramic platter by British artist Tom Rooth features a striking black-and-white illustration of a puffer fish, detailed in his signature natural history style. Made in ...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Aquamarine Acrylic Scoop Serving Bowl Set
Located in New York, NY
Set of graceful aquamarine acrylic scoop serving bowls. Large bowl measures 20.5 inches length x 13.5 inches depth x 9 inches height. Smaller bowl measures 13.5 inches length x 9 inc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Acrylic
Ivory Shagreen Tray
By Fabio Ltd.
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
Arzberg, Chromatics, Germany. Large modernist porcelain tray.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arzberg, Chromatics, Germany. Large modernist porcelain tray in golden brown and black.
Late 20th century.
Measurements: L 38.0 x W 23.5 x H 2.5
In perfect condition.
Marked.
Category
Late 20th Century German Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Porcelain
Striped Vintage Tray in Lucite by Guzzini 1970's Italy
By Guzzini
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.
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Brass
Glass tray
Located in Lugo, IT
Resin or plastic tray.
Good condition.
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1970s Vintage Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Plastic, Resin
Modern Serving Tray Two-tone Wood Platter
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Modern Two-tone Wood Serving Tray Platter
8.5 d x 14.38 w d 1.63 h
Rosewood handles
Original vintage condition
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Category
Late 20th Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Wood, Rosewood
Ghidini 1961 Étagère Olala Tray in Brass by Richard Hutten
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Characterized in typical Hutten’s style, with the oversized round handle, the étagère OLALA brings joy to every dinner where it is used for its elegant and sophisticated appearance. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Brass
Coffee Service With Tray Tommi Parzinger Dorlyn Silversmith
Located in Atlanta, GA
A coffee or tea serving set designed by Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmith. The set is made of heavy brass and newly rechromed in a nickle finish. It consists of a pitcher with w...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Italian Gilded Tray with Mirror, circa 1970
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Rectangular gilded tray with a mirrored base and a frame imitating a twisted rope.
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Metal
Ghidini 1961 Double O Tray in Stainless Steel by Richard Hutten
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
As an extension of the Double-O collection of the famous champagne cooler, Richard Hutten designs the Double-O tray. A fun and essential object that brings surprise and panache to th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Stainless Steel
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
Olimpia 28cm 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
Contemporary Handcrafted Square Tray "Aeolos" in Marble and Brass by Anaktae
By ANAKTAE
Located in Athens, GR
Contemporary handmade square tray model "Aeolos" with a solid marble surface on an oxidized brass base in a linear motif.
Variations are available in custom size, type of marble, c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Marble, Brass
A mottled brown and yellow deep sided round shaped dish by Gunnar Nylund
Located in San Francisco, CA
A mottled brown and yellow deep sided round shaped ceramic dish by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand. Rebus Series #8.
Inscribed on the bottom with the makers and the manufacturer’s mark.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Dansk Ceramic Blueberries Serving Platter
By Dansk
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a Blueberries pattern serving platter by Dansk
Category
20th Century European Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Porcelain Saxony Plates, 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
These Saxony Porcelain Plates are original decorative objects realized during the mid-XIX century, based on a eighteenth-century model. The two vintag...
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Porcelain
Faux Tortoise Round Tray by Rede Guzzini
By Rede Guzzini
Located in London, GB
Round tray in faux tortoise with silver plate frame by Rede Guzzini, circa 1970.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Silver Plate
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
"Aldo" Riveted Square Leather Tray Designed by C. Bouchard for Oscar Maschera
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Aldo" is a square leather tray, designed by Claude Bouchard and manufactured by Oscar Maschera. Genuine Italian leather vegetable tanned. Colors c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Metal
Plate Platters Serveware Black Marquina Marble Collectible Design Handmade Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved circular presentation plate in Marquina marble.
Multiple use as plates, platters and placers.
Dimensions: D 22 x H 1.2 cm. Available in different marbles, onyx and quar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Onyx
Charger Plates Platters Serveware Set of 6 White Statuary Marble Handmade Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Set of 6 hand carved charger plates from Statuary marble 'Altissimo'.
Multiple use as charger plates, plates, platters and placers.
The precious white statuary marble has always be...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Marble
Donald Drumm Casserole Covered Dish
Located in Denton, TX
Vintage casserole dish with covered lid by Donald Drumm. Obviously this has never been used by it's condition, Cast aluminum with a festive des...
Category
20th Century North American Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Aluminum
Contemporary Handcrafted Plate "Vasileia" in Marble with Brass Handle by Anaktae
By ANAKTAE
Located in Athens, GR
Contemporary handcrafted, round serving plate, model "Vasileia" in solid marble with oxidized cast brass handle.
The brass handle is inspired by ancient Greek symbols...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Marble, Brass
Charger Plate Platters Serveware Grey Marble Handmade Italy Collectible Design
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved charger plate from imperial grey marble. Multiple use as charger plates, plates, platters and placers.
Dimensions: D 33 x H 1.9 cm. Available in different marbles, onyx...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Marble
Charger Plate Platters Serveware Set of 4 Imperial Grey Marble Handmade Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Set of 4 hand carved charger plates from imperial grey marble.
Multiple use as charger plates, plates, platters and placers.
Dimensions: D 33 x H 1.9 cm. Available in different mar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Marble
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Marble
Charger Plate Platters Serveware Set of 6 Blue Azul Macaubas Marble Handmade
Located in Ancona, Marche
Set of 6 hand carved charger plates from semi-precious quartzite Azul Macaubas. Multiple use as charger plates, plates, platters and placers.
Dimensions: D 33, H 1.9 cm. Available ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Quartz
Charger Plate Platters Serveware Set of 4 White Calacatta Marble Handmade Design
Located in Ancona, Marche
Set of 4 hand carved charger plates from Calacatta marble. Multiple use as charger plates, plates, platters and placers.
Dimensions: D 33, H 1.9 cm. Available in different marbles...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Marble
Plates Platters Serveware Set Imperial Grey Marble Collectible Design Handmade
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved presentation plates in Imperial Grey marble.
Multiple use as plates, platters and placers.
Dimensions: Small - L24 W20 H1.8 cm, Medium - L30 W28 H1.8 cm and Big - L36 W...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
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,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Onyx, Marble
Plates Platters Serveware Set Solid Pink Green Onyx Marble Hand-carved Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved presentation plates in green onyx and pink 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 cm, Big...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Onyx
Plates Platters Serveware Solid Pink White Green Onyx Marble Hand-carved Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved presentation plates in green, white and pink onyx.
Multiple use as plates, platters and placers.
Dimensions: Small - L24 W20 H1.8 cm, Medium - L30 W28 H1.8 cm, Big - L...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Onyx
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 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, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
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 Pink Onyx Marble Hand-carved Collectible Design Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved presentation plate from Pink onyx. Multiple use as plates, platters and placers. The polished finishing underlines the transparency of the onyx making this a very preciou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Onyx
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
Artesian Concrete Bowl
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
An artesian concrete bowl/plate, a masterpiece of design that marries form with function. Crafted from solid concrete, this decorative dish boasts a substantial heft, emphasizing its...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Concrete, Cement
Plates Platters Serveware Set Orange Pink Stone White Marble Hand-carved Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved presentation plates in orange onyx, pink Assisi stone and statuary marble. Multiple use as plates, platters and placers.
Dimensions: Small L 24, W 20, H 1.8 cm, Medium ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Onyx, Marble
Plates Platters Serveware Set White Orange Onyx Grey Stone Marble Hand-carved
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved presentation plates in White onyx, Grey stone and Orange onyx. Multiple use as plates, platters and placers.
Dimensions: Small - L24 W20 H1.8 cm, Medium - L30 W28 H1.8 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Onyx, 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Onyx, Quartz, Marble
Plates Platters Serveware Set Orange Onyx Blue Azul White Marble Hand-carved
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand-carved presentation plates in Orange onyx, Azul Macaubas Quartzite and Statuary marble. Multiple use as plates, platters and placers.
Dimensions: Small - L24 W20 H1.8 cm, Medi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Onyx, Quartz, Marble
Plates Platters Serveware Set Green Orange White Onyx Marble Hand-carved Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved presentation plates in Green onyx, Orange onyx and White onyx. Multiple use as plates, platters and placers.
Dimensions: Small - L24 W20 H1.8 cm, Medium - L30 W28 H1.8 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Onyx
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
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.