Serving Pieces

Elegant, beautifully hand chiselled substantial European 800 silver serving set. Flairing front handles decorated with bell flowers on a textured background with scrolled base elem...

AMBIANIC presents 1960s Sweden Cooking Pot Large Casserole Cast Iron Pan Stamp by maker Ronab Ronneby Design Sigurd Persson Large Casserole Pot Sweden 6...

Decorative pan for aperitif by Jean Despres, France, circa 1950. Silver-plated metal piece with a hammered handle, and decorated at the base of a flat link chain. The plating is original. Dimensions : H 1.93 in. x W 8.15 in. x D 4.3 in. - H 4.9 cm x W 20.7 cm x D 10.9 cm. Signature incised "J.Després" under the handle and hallmark "JD" with an Amphora in the center (see photos). Jean Després, born June 15, 1889 in Souvigny (Allier), and died in 1980 in Avallon (Yonne), is a French goldsmith, creator of jewelry, objects and furniture of Art Deco style, specializing in the work of the silver.Jean Després was born into a descendant family of master glassmakers, Després de Loisy, and glaziers, Turlin. The family moved in Avallon in 1890 to open an articles of paintings and art store at no. 27 rue de Paris and then at no. 20 place Vauban.He attended school and college in Avallon without being a very bright student. His passion was cycling and competitions. He obtained his patent in 1905. His father placed him in apprenticeship with a friend, goldsmith in Paris in the Marais district.At the same time, he completed his training by following the drawing classes in the schools of the city of Paris and frequented the Bateau-Lavoir, where he met Amedeo Modigliani, Pablo Picasso, Paul Signac, Giorgio De Chirico, Marie Laurencin, Chaim Soutine, Maurice Utrillo and Georges Braque, whom will be his best friend. He is passionate about cubism.During World War I, Jean Després was assigned as a draftsman mechanic in the workshops of the military aviation. This double experience will durably mark him and feed all his work. He participated in the Art Deco movement. He had many friends in the avant-garde of the time, such as Paul Jouve or Maurice de Vlaminck.In the 1920s and 1930s, he took over his parents' store in Avallon and set up his studio where he created motor jewelery, whose pure forms inspired by aeronautical mechanical parts were part of the avant-garde movement. Craftsman of metal, gold, silver, tin, Després shaped material, invented new forms. Like his contemporaries Marcel Sandoz or Raymond Templier, he was one of those pioneers who renounce the codes of high jewelery and the use of precious stones. He participated, with the help of Paul Signac, in his first Salon des Indépendants in 1926.He also participated in the revival of the forms of goldsmithing by removing the classic ornaments, to create pieces with massive shapes, silver, pewter, usually silver metal, everyone recognizable by its hammered appearance.In 1935, he took care of the Art and Fashion Gallery at No. 39 rue du Colisée in Paris. In 1936, he married Simone Delattre, painter and decorator on embroidered fabrics. He was rewarded by the Aeroclub which awards him a gold medal in 1937. These works were beginning to be known abroad. The following year, he was named Knight of the Legion of Honor. He run his gallery and kept his studio in Avallon. In 1940, he was President of the Goldsmiths' Union, a professional delegate for artistic protection at the international jewelery-goldsmith's office. He was the goldsmith's rapporteur on the awards commission of the Society for the Promotion of Art and Industry.In 1943, he came to live on rue de La Trémoille in Paris, where he had a shop at the same address. Among his friends, he counted Pierre Vigoureux and frequented Jules Cavaillès, Worms, Peltier, Lalique, Robert and Sonia Delaunay, Fernand Léger and many others. He counted Josephine Baker among his famous clients.After the war, Jean Després will expose several times, with the support of the State, in different foreign countries. In 1972, he offered the city of Avallon sixty-eight of his works. EXHIBITIONS 1925: Museum of Decorative Arts in Paris, with Rose Adler and the painter Étienne Cournault 1925: International Exhibition of Decorative Arts 1926: Salon des indépendants 1928: Salon of the Societe Nationale des Beaux-Arts 1928: Salon des Artistes-Decorateurs 1930: Union des Artistes Modernes, at the Pavillon de Marsan, he exhibits surrealist jewelry...

A lovely wooden tray by renowned by danish designer Hans Gustav Ehrenreich. The tray has a somewhat irregular shaped design with organic soft shapes where the material is shown to it...

Brass serving plate, Vienna, 1920s Polished and stove enamelled.

Article: wall unit element with hole pattern Designer and Producer: Mathieu Mategot attributed. Origin: France Material: metal Decade: 1950s Description: This origi...

The gelato cup, designed by Natalia Criado is part of the wonder crystal collection. Handcrafted with a nod to 19th-century glassblowing techniques, this delightful piece features an...

A Dutch silver occasional spoon with stork handle made by Gerardus Schoorl (1874-1914) With The coat of arms of The Hague Dutch Silver Hall marks of Lion 2 for 835/ 1000 Year le...

This cheese tray or platter is from France. It has been made in the 1970s. Brown and Green Color.

Midcentury beautiful condiment set (vinegar, oil, salt and pepper) in lucite, wicker, bamboo, brass and crystal ( Royal Crystal Rock) in the style of Christian Dior Home. Made in It...

Handmade ceramic coasters with a cork base, set of four. By Shane Gabier, made in NYC. Please note that this item is handmade and therefore unique; slight variations in color and sh...

This is an antique Famille Jaune decorative plate. A Chinese, ceramic display dish, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Charming exampl...

Circa 1860-80 English brass skimmer. Concentric circles & stars punch work motif. Brass rivets. Shaped handle. 21.75" x 7 7/8" x 1.5" d. We are a family business that has been a maj...

A beautiful and unusual Austrian "max - design" carving knife and fork set, executed in the 1960s, model# 5009 by Amboss Austria. Stainless stee...

Carafe with Stopper and set of 8 Small liqueur Glasses With Colored Overlay Cut to Clear Size: liqueur Glasses. 15 cm x 5.3 cm Photography Fails to Capture The elegance of this set ...

19th Century Antique Japanese Silver Plated Tea Caddy This very elaborate piece is decorated with Dragons. it is silver-plated on copper, it is in sound condition but much of the ...

An extraordinary sterling silver fish server. William Bateman produced it in 1830 in London. The engraving of a burning building was unfamiliar and fa...

1950s John Prip for Reed and Barton Teardrop Silver Plate Serving Dish Ideal as a candy dish 1.75 h x 7 x 3.5 Preowned unrestored vintage con...

Large Murano Glass Centerpiece Dish Attributed to Vittorio Zecchin, 1940s-50s This exquisite Murano glass centerpiece dish, attributed to the renowned Vittorio Zecchin, embodies the ...

A Dutch 19th century set of two silver meat forks A Dutch set of two silver meat forks with twisted stem with ball on the end with pearl rim By Silver smith wed. Adrianus Pz. Kui...

Diameter without handles 32cm Diameter with handles 37cm Polished

A Large Victorian period George III style Inlaid Mahogany two handle galleried oval tray. Solid brass handles. Good antique condition with patina. Measures 26" in width, 16.25" in d...

Art Nouveau huge serving stand with crystal bowls with engraved flowers . The glass is in perfect condition no chips or scratches.

Herend "Chinese Bouquet Raspberry" tureens with handles Herend Hungary porcelain In one of the tureen has a glaze flaw in the bottom. The porcel...

A most unusual and decadent item and one that we have never seen before. This is a high quality strawberry or fruit set that has a large fitted stand which is beautifully made by the highly acclaimed silversmiths, Walker and Hall. It has a large decorative central handle with fitted sections for the cream jug, sugar bowl and spoon. All are elaborately cast with a foliate and flower decoration within a reeded frame. The two large circular compartments locate two wonderful quality original hand painted porcelain Doulton Burslem plates...

Elevate your dining experience with our Artefacto cutlery set. A fork, spoon, and knife – meticulously crafted from plated brass. Inspired by geometric forms and ornamental symbolism...

Mid-Century Murano etched Glass and Mirror Tray, Italy 1960. perfect vintage condition.

Indonesian Silver Yogya picture frame, 1930s A Yogya silver picture frame, made in Indonesia, 1930s. The frame has the pattern with lotus flow...

Biot Art Glass Bootle Purple Color France 1960

Midcentury wonderful rectangular serving tray in lucite, wicker and brass in the style of Christian Dior Home. Made in Italy in the 1970s. This item is a wonderful addition to ...

Guy Degrenne Paris Newport coffee pot or teapot and creamer set in stainless steel, Art Deco Inspired.Guy Degrenne Paris, the Newport model is an exclusive design for your breakfast,...

This cheese tray or platter is from France. It has been made in the 1970s. Brown and Green Color.

Completely handmade porcelain pastry dish hands-free painted with a charming christmas garlande with a christmas roses and fir. Rimmed by hand with a fine 24 carat gold line. Handmad...

A nice collectors piece. With attached pewter lid.

A vintage sterling silver Georg Jensen berry spoon, item #182 in the Cactus pattern, design #30 by Gundorph Albertus from 1926. The slightly curved handle leads to a bowl featuring a...

This Art Deco silver-plated samovar exemplifies elegance and timeless craftsmanship. Its graceful, bulbous form is adorned with intricate detailing, reflecting a refined aesthetic. ...

The very same pieces can also be found in the museum in Sweden: ''Länsmuseet Gävleborg'' Beautifully elegant mocha cups & saucers by Gefle Porslinsfabrik, model -AE. Decor ''Royal L...

Seascape porcelain wall plate by Bing & Grøndahl, Denmark 1902-1914 A seascape scene with wooden sailboat on rough waves on a porcelain plate by Bing & Grøndahl, Denmark 1902-1914 w...

Serving tray in black Marquinia and White Michelangelo Marble. Size: 40.7 x 30 x 3 cm, smooth finishing. Commercial name: Danese, Homage Collection by the Italian designer Matteo C...

Two French pottery serving pieces from the 19th century, with blue glaze and white flowers. They are priced and sold separately, $525 for the casserole dish and $325 for the pot. Cre...

A French Majolica covered tureen formed as an ear of corn, the handle and footing molded as corn husks. Sarreguemines, circa 1940s. Realistically molded and charming on the table...

The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Beautiful Estate Rare Very Large Estate J.C Co LTD Reticulated Silver Tray from England. Taken out of an Important New York ...

A beautiful European porcelain pedestal compote or dessert / cake plate stand, circa mid-20th century, Europe. Piece is hand painted with pink roses, generously raised gilt in gold, ...

Gambone is a large ceramic riser with platinum finish designed by Aldo Cibic. The product is part of Table Joy collection: an upbeat, vividly colored an...

French 19th century modern style sugar caddy in spherical, ribbed glass bowl with polished brass lid and carrying handle. A lovely way to present sweet treats to guests in lieu of a biscuit or candy jar, or elevate a bath or powder room by displaying this fine antique glass vessel...

An English silver plated pierced bread basket from the 19th century, with vine and wreath motifs. Born in England during the 19th century, this exquisite silver plated bread basket f...

Large Sevres porcelain gravy boat enhanced with fine gold ; fine early 19th century production, Restauration period (Empire style, Restauration production). Sevres Manufacture signat...

This is an vintage mortar and pestle. An English, turned walnut apothecary or kitchen aid, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1970. Charming wood turned set, with a great visua...

An Arts and Crafts brass trivet with pierced floral decoration to the top, on shaped legs.

A very fine and unusual Aesthetic Movement art pottery Linthorpe cream jug and saucer stand decorated with floral designs by renowned Scottish born designer Christopher Dresser (Brit...

An essential, Minimalist tray that easily lends itself to multiple uses. At the table, in the kitchen, in the dining room. In simlicity is beauty. Size: 40 x 2.2 cm, smooth finishin...

Dutch silver bonbon basket, D.J. Aubert & Zn A rectangular Dutch silver bonbon basket with engraved floral decor and movable handle, raised on ...

A stainless-steel salad serving set consisting of a spoon and fork made by Copper Craft. Stainless steel serving ends are connected to wrought metal handles in a spiral design, with ...

A whimsical round ceramic platter made in Portugal. The decorative plate is decorative in whimsical design of Spring. A rabbit in gray, castle and bird are surrounded by hand painted flourishes and stylized flowers. A braided ceramic...

Knife Sharpener Mid Century Knife Sharpener Exotic Design Bone Handle 1970s Unmarked attribution Westall Richardson Sheffield England 13 x 1.75 x 2.5 ...

The gelato cup, designed by Natalia Criado is part of the wonder crystal collection. Handcrafted with a nod to 19th-century glassblowing techniques, this delightful piece features an...

Vintage Italian Moka Set Mod Depositato made in Italy Italian Inox stainless steel attributed to Inoxpran Coffee 7.5 h x 4.63 diameter x 5.25 d Creamer 5 h x 3.75 d x 2.5 d Sugar 3....

Silver metal rechaud with wooden handle. With a structure composed of a robust base supported by three elegantly crafted feet, it displays floral details in relief. The domed lid is ...

Platter or Tray Metal painted England 1970s Green and Yellow Color with Ducks

A very finely made German porcelain cabinet plate with a pierced patterned and rim and hand painted with floral designs made by the renowned Royal Porcelain Factory, Berlin around 18...