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Rococo Platters and Serveware

ROCOCO STYLE

Rococo was an aesthetic movement in the fine and decorative arts in the 18th century that found its inspiration in nature and fostered an overall lightness and delicacy of form, construction and ornament in interior design. Rococo furniture, while greatly influenced by trends in Italy and Germany, is often called Louis XV style — the movement having reached its best expression during that sybaritic French king’s reign.

The term “rococo” is thought to be a portmanteau of the French words rocaille and coquilles — “rock” and “shells” — organic motifs frequently used in architecture and design of the style.

When it comes to authentic Rococo furniture's characteristics, it is above all sensuous and social. The furniture of earlier eras in Europe had been heavy in every sense; the Rococo period saw the appearance of light-framed upholstered armchairs, side chairs and occasional tables that could easily be moved to form conversational circles.

The signal detail of Rococo furniture design is the gently curved cabriole, or S-shaped chair-, table-, and cabinet-leg. It imitates the bend of a tree limb or a flower stem. In a further reference to nature, furnishings were often asymmetrical and painted white, or in soft, pastel shades. Rococo has become a timeless style, and as the furniture pieces presented on 1stDibs demonstrate, its playful, sculptural forms can provide visual excitement to contemporary, clean-lined spaces.

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Item Ships From: Europe
Style: Rococo
Rococo Design Antique George III Sterling Silver Salver, Richard Rugg 1772
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1772 by Richard Rugg, this wonderful, George III period, antique sterling silver salver, features a shaped shell and gadroon borders and stands on 4 lion paw ...
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1770s English Antique Rococo Platters and Serveware

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Sterling Silver

Richard Ginori China Dinner Service with a botanical print by Munting Abraham
By Abraham Munting, Richard Ginori
Located in Roma, IT
A set of dishes made in Italy during the 80s, as attested by the date printed on the back of the plate, but inspired by 18th century porcelain, to be precise inspired by the "Saxon-style", a term which can be ascribed to the 18th-century Germanic tradition, according to which porcelain was made with reliefs similar to woven baskets. This vintage dinner service is produced by a historic Italian manufacturer "Richard Ginori" founded in Tuscany, in Sesto Fiorentino, near Florence, of which Gio Ponti was creative director for 10 years. After declaring bankruptcy in 2013, this historic porcelain factory, in operation since 1735, was taken over by the Gucci group which restarted the production of iconic pieces and novelties inspired by archive pieces of the company. This set of dishes is a rarity as it is the result of an unusual combination that has the 18th century as its common thread, with the Rococo style, the scientific discoveries and the new botanical varieties resulting from the new trade routes of the companions of the Indies. On the classic Richard Ginori series, i.e. the total white motif called "Vecchio Ginori" (currently put back into production by Gucci) always and exclusively produced in total white, a botanical print by Abraham Munting depicting an orange plant was printed. Abraham Munting is a Dutch botanist famous for his unusual illustrations where plant species were depicted against a background of classic or pastoral landscapes, often floating in midair with little regard for perspective and relative sizes, in fact, the orange plant is not forced to inside the center of the plate but goes outside the predefined spaces wrapping it. The dinner set consists of 30 pieces: 6 dessert or appetizer plates with a diameter of 19.5 cm 12 soup plates with a diameter of 23cm 12 dinner plates with a diameter of 24.5 cm The service could be considered for 6 with the double serving plate for soups and second courses, or you could purchase 6 totally white fruit plates...
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1980s Italian Vintage Rococo Platters and Serveware

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Porcelain

A pair of George II Cast Sifter Spoons, London, 1754/55 by William Cripps.
Located in London, GB
AFTER PAUL DE LAMERIE A VERY RARE PAIR OF GEORGE II GRADUATED CAST SIFTER SPOONS UNUSUALLY MODELLED IN A SERVING SPOON SIZE MADE IN LONDON IN 1754/55 BY WILLIAM CRIPPS The cast Sift...
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1750s English Antique Rococo Platters and Serveware

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Sterling Silver

Italian Bronze Clam Vide-Poche
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Cute footed clam dish in heavy cast bronze. Reproduction from an original design from the 18th century. This particular piece is made in Italy. This is perfe...
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20th Century Italian Rococo Platters and Serveware

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Bronze

Antique Rococo Style Sterling Silver Salver Platter Tray 1902
Located in London, GB
An elegant Antique solid Silver Salver with an unusual asymmetrical Rococo inspired cartouche shape. The Rim of the Tray is embellished with a chased border and an ornate engraved ce...
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Early 20th Century English Rococo Platters and Serveware

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Sterling Silver

Edmé Samson Porcelain Cabaret Tray, Worcester Style Blue with Flowers, 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful cabaret tray made by Edmé Samson in Paris some time in the 19th century. The tray is in the 'blue scale' style that the Worcester fact...
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19th Century French Antique Rococo Platters and Serveware

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Porcelain

Solid Silver Tray, after 18th Century Models, 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Circular silver tray embossed in its color, circular and decorated on the edge with a series of busts inside pearl strings, accompanied by scrolls, plant elements and motifs of clear Rococo memory, which has a jagged edge to the outside. The piece is inspired by a typical typology in Spanish...
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20th Century Spanish Rococo Platters and Serveware

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Silver

Oval-shaped Silver Tray by Georg Roth & Co. Embossed with a Napoleonic Scene
Located in London, GB
Oval-shaped silver tray by Georg Roth & Co. embossed with a Napoleonic scene German, Late 19th Century Height 3cm, width 57.5cm, depth 47.5cm, weight 1.87kg This superb piece of si...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Rococo Platters and Serveware

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Silver

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Signed Murano Art Glass Vide Poche / Ashtray, Italy 1980
Located in London, GB
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1980s Italian Vintage Rococo Platters and Serveware

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19th Century Ginori Armorial Porcelain Serving Pieces Platters and Tureen
Located in Essex, MA
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Mappin and Webb 1920s Sterling Silver Salver
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver salver; an addition to our silver dining collection This exceptional antique George V sterling silver salver has a circular shaped form. The surface of this large silver tray is plain and unembellished. The shaped Chippendale style border of the tray is encompassed with applied moulded decoration. This antique silver tray is supported by three impressive volute scrolling feet. The underside of this impressive salver bears the retailer’s mark 'Mappin & Webb'. Condition This large antique salver is a superior gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. This sterling silver salver has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition. Full hallmarks struck to the underside are very clear; the hallmarks are deeply struck due to the superior gauge of silver. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this Mappin and Webb salver...
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Richard Ginori 33-Piece Gilt Demitasse Service
Located in Vista, CA
33-piece white and green porcelain Richard Ginori demitasse service for 8, with gilt trim, scalloped rims and brand stamp at undersides. Includes 12 d...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Rococo Platters and Serveware

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Italian Alabaster Marble Bowl or Catchall Vide-Poche
Located in New York, NY
An Italian alabaster marble bowl or catchall vide-poche, circa mid to late-20th century, 1960s-1970s, Italy. Bowl has a modern soft edge and knob center. Great as a nut bowl, catchal...
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Rick Owens Cast Bronze Ashtray or Vide Poche Nitrate Patina
Located in Chicago, IL
Rick Owens bronze relic collection ashtray or vide poche. This is shown in the nitrate patina. Originally designed in 2012. Each piece is handcraf...
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2010s French Rococo Platters and Serveware

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Bronze

Lulli Vide Poche in Iron Wood
Located in Paris, FR
Vide Poche by Lulli : A vide poche in ebony wood. Measures: 32 cm x 25 cm x 8 cm 12.6" x 9.84" x 3.5".
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2010s French Rococo Platters and Serveware

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Lulli Vide Poche in Iron Wood
Lulli Vide Poche in Iron Wood
H 3.15 in W 9.85 in D 12.6 in
Italian Tommaso Barbi Catchall Vide-Poche or Ashtray, Italy 1970s
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Italian brass and green ceramic vide-poche catchall, by Italian designer Tommaso Barbi, '70s Modern period, Italy. Piece is by Italian designer Tommaso Barbi in a green g...
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Brass

George VI Period Sterling Silver Footed Salver/Tray By Emile Viner
Located in New York, NY
George VI Period, sterling silver footed salver/tray (in the George III Style), Sheffield, England, year-hallmarked for 1945, Emile Viner - maker. Scalloped border. Measures 8 inches...
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1940s English Vintage Rococo Platters and Serveware

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Sterling Silver

English 19th Century Oval Blue and White Porcelain Platter with Chinoiseries
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English blue and white oval porcelain platter from the 19th century, with Chinoiserie motifs. Created in England during the 19th century, this porcelain platter features a white ground perfectly highlighted by a Chinoiserie pattern. Traditional Chinese architectures and trees adorn the central section, while the outer border showcases butterflies and richly decorated cartouches. With its gilt trim and skillfully executed décor, this 19th century English blue and white porcelain...
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Porcelain

Mid 20th Century Edme Samson French Porcelain Armorial Scalloped Shell Dish 7"
Located in Dayton, OH
"Mid 20th century (circa 1941-1957) hand painted Chinese Export style scallop shell porcelain dish, featuring gilded edges, a wreath of roses and an armorial central coat of arms / shield / crest motif, produced by Samson Edme et Cie. “Edmé Samson (b Paris, 1810; d Paris, 1891), founder of the porcelain firm Samson, Edmé et Cie (commonly known as Samson Ceramics...
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Antique English Sterling Silver Presentation Salver
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique George VI English sterling silver salver; an addition to our range of silver trays and salvers. This exceptio...
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1930s English Vintage Rococo Platters and Serveware

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Set of 4 Antique Porcelain Oyster Plates Made by Limoges A. Lanternier
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Set of four antique porcelain oyster plates. The plates are beautifully decorated with gold-coloured accents. The plates date from circa 1900, they are marked on the back with the mo...
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Early 1900s French Antique Rococo Platters and Serveware

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George II Period Rococo Sterling Silver Salver - 109 Troy Ounces - 21" Diameter
By William Peaston
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1748 by William Peaston, this very handsome, George II, Antique Sterling Silver Salver, stands on four cast shell and scroll feat, and features an engaved arm...
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1740s English Antique Rococo Platters and Serveware

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Silver Plate Clam Shell Dish Sheffield, England
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Cute footed clam dish in silver plate. Reproduction from an original design from the 18th century. This particular piece is made in the USA and has clear sta...
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20th Century English Rococo Platters and Serveware

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Wolfers Frères. Goldschmidt, Köln Germany, Silver ca 1900
Located in Skanninge, SE
This sauceboat or gravy boat is very interesting with its delicate mix of Rococo and the Art Nouveau style. The condition and quality is really good. Fully marked with maker and 800 German silver...
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Early 1900s German Antique Rococo Platters and Serveware

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Large & Heavy George II Sterling Silver Salver by Charles Frederick Kandler 1748
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London, in 1748 by Charles Frederic Kandler, this exceptional, George II, antique, sterling silver salver, features wonderful flat chased decoration, four cast and appl...
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1740s English Antique Rococo Platters and Serveware

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19th Century Norwegian Pewter Plate
Located in Copenhagen, K
Very nice Norwegian pewter plate in a Classic Rococo pattern.
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1910s Scandinavian Vintage Rococo Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

18th Century Swedish Pewter Dish
Located in Copenhagen, K
Beautiful bevelled, 1770s pewter plate.
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Late 18th Century Scandinavian Antique Rococo Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

Hugo Grön Silver Gravy Jug in Rococo Style, Denmark, circa 1940s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hugo Grön silver gravy jug in Rococo style. Denmark, circa 1940s. Measures: 15 cm. x 10 cm. Weight 139 grams. In very good condition. Marked.
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1940s Danish Vintage Rococo Platters and Serveware

Rococo platters and serveware for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Rococo platters and serveware for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, 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 and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rococo platters and serveware made in a specific country, there are Europe, Germany, and England 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 Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kändler, Limoges, and Abraham Munting. 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 $270 and tops out at $3,950 while the average work can sell for $695.

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