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Neoclassical Serving Pieces

NEOCLASSICAL STYLE

Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.

Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.

The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.

Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.

Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.

As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.

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Style: Neoclassical
Fabergé Silver Flatware Service for 24
Fabergé Silver Flatware Service for 24

Fabergé Silver Flatware Service for 24

By Fabergé

Located in New Orleans, LA

Fabergé silver is regarded as the highest form of Continental silver in terms of artistry and opulence. This rare 197-piece parcel-gilt silver flatware service for 24 was produced by...

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Early 20th Century Russian Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver

Wedgwood Royal Blue Jasperware Biscuit Barrel
Wedgwood Royal Blue Jasperware Biscuit Barrel

Wedgwood Royal Blue Jasperware Biscuit Barrel

By Wedgwood

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A Wedgwood Jasperware Royal blue Biscuit Barrel with an EPNS lid and swing handle, England, circa 1910-1930. The barrel shaped body shows a romantic white sprigged neoclassical ...

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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Metal

Cut Crystal Cake Patisserie Stand with Cover
Cut Crystal Cake Patisserie Stand with Cover

Cut Crystal Cake Patisserie Stand with Cover

Located in Miami, FL

This delightfully heavy, cut crystal cake or patisserie stand sits on a pedestal base. Perfect for displaying your culinary confections, this piece’s simp...

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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Crystal

Antique Black and Gold Tole Serving Tray or Wall Hanging
Antique Black and Gold Tole Serving Tray or Wall Hanging

Antique Black and Gold Tole Serving Tray or Wall Hanging

Located in Atlanta, GA

Antique Black and Gold Tole Serving Tray or Wall Hanging, Italy, early 20th century.

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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Metal

Vintage Portuguese Secla Majolica Lettuce Leaf Lunch Plates, Pair, Lemon Yellow
Vintage Portuguese Secla Majolica Lettuce Leaf Lunch Plates, Pair, Lemon Yellow

Vintage Portuguese Secla Majolica Lettuce Leaf Lunch Plates, Pair, Lemon Yellow

By Secla

Located in Chicago, IL

A pair of ceramic lemon-yellow color lettuce leaf plates by Secla. This wonderful pair of Portuguese plates will be a fabulous touch on your serving table. Each plate features a rais...

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20th Century Portuguese Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Robert Venturi Swid Powell Postmodern Serving Spoons Neoclassical Column
Robert Venturi Swid Powell Postmodern Serving Spoons Neoclassical Column

Robert Venturi Swid Powell Postmodern Serving Spoons Neoclassical Column

By Swid Powell, Robert Venturi, Reed & Barton

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful, chic, substantial, and iconic set of designer Postmodern sterling silver-plate serving, salad or platter spoons, with Neoclassical column handle design, designed by architect Robert Venturi for Swid Powell, circa 1990s. Each measure: 14.25" long. Pieces were manufactured by Reed & Barton for Swid Powell. All piece's bare designer and makers' mark's on back of spoon(s) as shown in close-up images #9 and 10. A great set for summer, holiday, home entertaining...

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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Circa 1930s Silver Plated Tea Tray by International
Circa 1930s Silver Plated Tea Tray by International

Circa 1930s Silver Plated Tea Tray by International

By International Silver

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1930s silver plated tea tray by International. Handsomely decorated with swags of fruits & flowers decoration, bordered by cast grape & floral motifs. Good condition showing ex...

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1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Fornasetti Porcelain Rectangular Trays, 2
Fornasetti Porcelain Rectangular Trays, 2

Fornasetti Porcelain Rectangular Trays, 2

By Fornasetti

Located in Astoria, NY

Two Fornasetti Porcelain Rectangular Trays, comprising: one with Theodor Galle printed portrait to the center and  one with three Roman coins printed to the center, each with gl...

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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Neoclassical Mercury Silver Salts
Pair Neoclassical Mercury Silver Salts

Pair Neoclassical Mercury Silver Salts

Located in New York, NY

Pair of French Neoclassical silver salts. Pair of exquisite French silver salts with open work mercury medallions and leaf and bead detailing at rim and b...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Wedgwood Jasperware Neoclassical Royal Blue Etruscan Pitcher
Wedgwood Jasperware Neoclassical Royal Blue Etruscan Pitcher

Wedgwood Jasperware Neoclassical Royal Blue Etruscan Pitcher

By Wedgwood

Located in Philadelphia, PA

From Wedgwood, a deep blue Neo-Classical style pitcher, in the Etruscan shape and pattern, date marked 1930s. White sprigged figural decoration applied over a deep blue ground. The ...

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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Stoneware

French Neoclassical Style Pewter and Indigo Blue Glass Centerpiece, Jardiniere
French Neoclassical Style Pewter and Indigo Blue Glass Centerpiece, Jardiniere

French Neoclassical Style Pewter and Indigo Blue Glass Centerpiece, Jardiniere

Located in Barntrup, DE

French Neoclassical style pewter and indigo blue glass centerpiece, jardiniere. Splendid pewter and indigo blue glass centerpiece, finely decorated with acanthus and foliate motifs. ...

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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Pewter

Set of 10 Vintage Limoges Porcelain Coffee Cups – Signed Limoges France – White
Set of 10 Vintage Limoges Porcelain Coffee Cups – Signed Limoges France – White

Set of 10 Vintage Limoges Porcelain Coffee Cups – Signed Limoges France – White

By Limoges

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Set of 10 Vintage Limoges Porcelain Coffee Cups – Signed Limoges France – White Glazed Elegant Design Description: This is a refined set of 10 vintage porcelain coffee cups, signed ...

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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Porcelain

Wine Cooler English 19th Century England

Wine Cooler English 19th Century England

Located in New York, NY

Wine Cooler English 19th Century England. An English early 19th century wine cooler made in mahogany with a brass insert. Gilt bronze handles and...

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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Serving Pieces

1970s French Wooden Cheese Tray with Glass Plate & Knife Slot
1970s French Wooden Cheese Tray with Glass Plate & Knife Slot

1970s French Wooden Cheese Tray with Glass Plate & Knife Slot

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

1970s French Wooden Cheese Tray with Glass Plate and Knife Slot Description: This elegant cheese tray was crafted in France in the 1970s. It combines a solid wooden base with a remo...

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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Glass, Wood

Dark Wood Cheese Tray with Faux Bamboo Handles and Ceramic Knife
Dark Wood Cheese Tray with Faux Bamboo Handles and Ceramic Knife

Dark Wood Cheese Tray with Faux Bamboo Handles and Ceramic Knife

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Dark Wood Cheese Tray with Faux Bamboo Handles and Ceramic Knife – Mid-20th Century Description: This is a decorative cheese tray crafted in dark-stained wood, featuring light wood handles shaped in the style of faux bamboo, lending the piece a refined and organic touch. The serving surface is protected by a removable glass or plastic cover, offering a hygienic and elegant presentation area for cheeses or hors d’oeuvres. On one side of the frame, there is a dedicated groove that holds a cheese knife, matching the tray in both style and material. The knife handle is made of ceramic, adorned with faux bamboo detailing, echoing the motif of the tray’s handles for a unified aesthetic. This piece is not only highly functional, ideal for serving cheeses at the table, but also visually striking, making it a wonderful decorative object in a rustic, French provincial, or eclectic kitchen setting. Key features: Mid-century cheese serving tray Dark wood base with faux bamboo handles in lighter wood Serving surface with a protective top (glass/acrylic) Built-in knife compartment holding a ceramic-handled cheese knife Elegant combination of natural wood tones and faux bamboo styling French rustic charm with a modern, decorative edge Suitable for both everyday use and display Keywords: mid-century cheese board, faux bamboo serving tray, rustic French kitchenware, wooden cheese tray with knife, vintage cheese platter...

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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Ceramic, Wood, Glass

Brass Sea Shell Salt and Pepper Shakers on Tray with Abalone
Brass Sea Shell Salt and Pepper Shakers on Tray with Abalone

Brass Sea Shell Salt and Pepper Shakers on Tray with Abalone

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Vintage brass with abalone sea shell salt and pepper set on small tray.

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1950s Mexican Vintage Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Brass

Set of 4 Late 19th Century Ormolu Ruby Glass Comport Dessert Stands
Set of 4 Late 19th Century Ormolu Ruby Glass Comport Dessert Stands

Set of 4 Late 19th Century Ormolu Ruby Glass Comport Dessert Stands

Located in London, GB

On three lines paw feet the dishes attach to the stands via a decorative threaded screw.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Ormolu

Cheese Tray in Metal and Glass, France XX Century Silver Color
Cheese Tray in Metal and Glass, France XX Century Silver Color

Cheese Tray in Metal and Glass, France XX Century Silver Color

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

This cheese tray is from France. It has been made in the XX eme century. Silver Color.

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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Metal

Ceramiche Florentine Italian Neoclassicall Terracotta Pottery Compote Dish, Pair
Ceramiche Florentine Italian Neoclassicall Terracotta Pottery Compote Dish, Pair

Ceramiche Florentine Italian Neoclassicall Terracotta Pottery Compote Dish, Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage "Ceramiche Florentine" Italian Neoclassical Style Terracotta Pottery Compote Dish - a Pair. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 7.25" H x 8.5" Diameter.

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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Pottery

Antique American Pressed Glass Punchbowl and Underplate
Antique American Pressed Glass Punchbowl and Underplate

Antique American Pressed Glass Punchbowl and Underplate

Located in Stamford, CT

Antique American pressed glass punchbowl and underplate. Plate is 12” wide x 2” tall. Overall height with plate and bowl is 9.5” tall.

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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Glass

Brass Platter with its Faux Bamboo Structure, Gold Color, France circa 1970
Brass Platter with its Faux Bamboo Structure, Gold Color, France circa 1970

Brass Platter with its Faux Bamboo Structure, Gold Color, France circa 1970

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Beautiful brass tray with its faux bamboo structure. It is gold in color and dates from the 1970s. It is a tray that was made in France with very good manufacturing quality. Brass P...

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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Brass

Cheese Tray in Ceramic and Wood France 1970s Brown and Green Color
Cheese Tray in Ceramic and Wood France 1970s Brown and Green Color

Cheese Tray in Ceramic and Wood France 1970s Brown and Green Color

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

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

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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Brass Platter with its Faux Bamboo Structure, Gold Color, France circa 1970
Brass Platter with its Faux Bamboo Structure, Gold Color, France circa 1970

Brass Platter with its Faux Bamboo Structure, Gold Color, France circa 1970

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Beautiful brass tray with its faux bamboo structure. It is gold in color and dates from the 1970s. It is a tray that was made in France with very good manufacturing quality. Brass Pl...

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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Brass

Collection of Rare 19th Century Granite and Pewter Goose Neck Coffee Pots
Collection of Rare 19th Century Granite and Pewter Goose Neck Coffee Pots

Collection of Rare 19th Century Granite and Pewter Goose Neck Coffee Pots

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fine collection of enamel coffee pots are in pristine condition and come from one collection. The mix of pewter and enamel looks great with any collection of antique pewter serv...

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Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Pewter

Italian Early 20th Century Venus & Neptune Albisola Majolica Lidded Serving Tray
Italian Early 20th Century Venus & Neptune Albisola Majolica Lidded Serving Tray

Italian Early 20th Century Venus & Neptune Albisola Majolica Lidded Serving Tray

Located in Queens, NY

Italian (early 20th Century) Neo-Classical Style hand painted Albisola majolica lidded serving tray featuring scalloped edges depicting Venus and Neptune on a hippocampus with a putt...

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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Majolica

Red & Black FDR's Fala Scotty Dog American Glass Ice Bowl, circa 1930-1940
Red & Black FDR's Fala Scotty Dog American Glass Ice Bowl, circa 1930-1940

Red & Black FDR's Fala Scotty Dog American Glass Ice Bowl, circa 1930-1940

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A charming pre midcentury ice bucket or ice bowl, American clear glass, circa late 1930s-early 1940s. The Scotty dog glass collectible craze began when President Franklin D. Roosevel...

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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Glass

Vintage French Copper Neoclassical Domed Food Warmer or Chafer
Vintage French Copper Neoclassical Domed Food Warmer or Chafer

Vintage French Copper Neoclassical Domed Food Warmer or Chafer

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Standout functional French food warmer crafted in copper having a hinged dome top on a box with stainless steel food and water trays, breather holes, decorative brass handles, front...

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20th Century French Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Brass, Copper

Etched Glass Domed Plate with Greek Key Border and Sterling Knob
Etched Glass Domed Plate with Greek Key Border and Sterling Knob

Etched Glass Domed Plate with Greek Key Border and Sterling Knob

Located in Troy, MI

Found in England, this circa 1940s domed glass plate has an acid etched Greek key border and solid sterling knob on the lid. Great neoclassical style.

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Mid-20th Century European Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

LEON LAPAR Paris 1895 Claret Wine Ewer Pitcher In Cut Crystal & Gilt .950
LEON LAPAR Paris 1895 Claret Wine Ewer Pitcher In Cut Crystal & Gilt .950

LEON LAPAR Paris 1895 Claret Wine Ewer Pitcher In Cut Crystal & Gilt .950

By L. Lapar Paris

Located in Miami, FL

Claret wine ewer designed by Léon Lapar. This is a magnificent claret wine ewer pitcher created in Paris France at the silversmith atelier of Léon Lapar. The piece was masterfully c...

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1890s French Antique Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Rock Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold

Ladle in silver plate metal , France XX century
Ladle in silver plate metal , France XX century

Ladle in silver plate metal , France XX century

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

This Ladle is iin silver plate metal. It has been made in France during the Xxeme Century.

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Sterling Silver "Twist and Ball" Cocktail or Serving Forks S/10 Barware
Vintage Sterling Silver "Twist and Ball" Cocktail or Serving Forks S/10 Barware

Vintage Sterling Silver "Twist and Ball" Cocktail or Serving Forks S/10 Barware

Located in North Miami, FL

These wonderful vintage hallmarked sterling cocktail or serving forks add beauty to any table. They have a twist and ball with a gold wash. Elegant and timeless! They are by the comp...

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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Van Kempen & Begeer Silver BonBon Basket
Van Kempen & Begeer Silver BonBon Basket

Van Kempen & Begeer Silver BonBon Basket

By Van Kempen

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This an oval shaped bon bon silver basket. It has a serpentine shaped upper border. Its rim is decorated with a chain of beads. Its sides are adorned with reticulated vertical line a...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver

Big Historistic Alpaca Serving Tablet, circa 1890s
Big Historistic Alpaca Serving Tablet, circa 1890s

Big Historistic Alpaca Serving Tablet, circa 1890s

Located in Wien, AT

Big Historistic alpaca serving tablet, circa 1890s Polished and stove enameled.

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1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Alpaca

Vintage Lenox montclair tea cups and saucers set for 10
Vintage Lenox montclair tea cups and saucers set for 10

Vintage Lenox montclair tea cups and saucers set for 10

By Lenox's Ceramic Art Company

Located in Birmingham, AL

Preowned. Gorgeous Lenox Montclair Tea Cup & Saucer Set of 10 , 20 pieces : Presidential, Standard, ivory color Platinum Trim... Pattern Status: Discontinued. Actual: ...

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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Bone

Engraved American Silver Plate Tureen with Ladle by Meridien B. Co.
Engraved American Silver Plate Tureen with Ladle by Meridien B. Co.

Engraved American Silver Plate Tureen with Ladle by Meridien B. Co.

By dsignedby 1

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Vegetable or soup old tureen with ladle: a good idea for Christmas gift! Made and guaranteed by Meridien B.Company - USA - Ladle by: A.H.&F.H.L.5. ref. O/3564     

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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Mid-20th Century American Classical Silver Cake Scoop, Fork, Spoon Set
Mid-20th Century American Classical Silver Cake Scoop, Fork, Spoon Set

Mid-20th Century American Classical Silver Cake Scoop, Fork, Spoon Set

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Some ideas for your gifts: USA silver cake scoop cm. 18 x 2.5 - ref. A/2733 - USA silver fork cm. 18 x 2 - ref. A/2766 - USA silver spoon for ice cm. 17.5 x 2.5 - ref. A/2991 -.

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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Serving Pieces

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Silver

Wonderful French Neoclassical Bronze Crystal Round Centrepiece Cake Ormolu Stand
Wonderful French Neoclassical Bronze Crystal Round Centrepiece Cake Ormolu Stand

Wonderful French Neoclassical Bronze Crystal Round Centrepiece Cake Ormolu Stand

Located in Roslyn, NY

A wonderful French neoclassical bronze and scalloped etched crystal round centrepiece, cake ormolu stand with star centre.

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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Two Russian Cut Glass and Silver Centrepiece Tazze
Two Russian Cut Glass and Silver Centrepiece Tazze

Two Russian Cut Glass and Silver Centrepiece Tazze

Located in London, GB

These exquisite tazze were created in Russia in the early 20th Century, between 1908-1917. The tazze can be used to serve canapés or sweetmeats, or enjoyed as purely decorative items...

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Early 20th Century Russian Neoclassical Serving Pieces

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Silver

Silver Spices "Box", Stefano Olivero, Italy, Possibly 19th Century
Silver Spices "Box", Stefano Olivero, Italy, Possibly 19th Century

Silver Spices "Box", Stefano Olivero, Italy, Possibly 19th Century

By Stefano Olivero

Located in Madrid, ES

Silver spur raised on simple legs, located in the chamfered ends of the piece, decorated on the outside with garlands and other architectural elements of ...

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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver

Neoclassical serving pieces for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical serving pieces 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 serving pieces created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, silver and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical serving pieces made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original serving pieces, popular names associated with this style include Spode, Antonio Martinez, Coalport Porcelain, and dsignedby. 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 serving pieces differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $75 and tops out at $9,291 while the average work can sell for $825.