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Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer. 

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Flavio Poli Murano Glass Ashtray, Green, Sculptural Design, 1960s
Flavio Poli Murano Glass Ashtray, Green, Sculptural Design, 1960s

Flavio Poli Murano Glass Ashtray, Green, Sculptural Design, 1960s

$380

Flavio Poli Murano Glass Ashtray, Green, Sculptural Design, 1960s

By Flavio Poli

Located in Milano, IT

1960s Gorgeous green ashtray or catchall by Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano sommerso glass. Made in Italy. So rare to find it in this color. The item is in excellent condition witho...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Murano Glass

1960s Green Alabaster Smoking Set by Romano Bianchi, Handmade, Italy
1960s Green Alabaster Smoking Set by Romano Bianchi, Handmade, Italy

1960s Green Alabaster Smoking Set by Romano Bianchi, Handmade, Italy

$480 / set

1960s Green Alabaster Smoking Set by Romano Bianchi, Handmade, Italy

Located in Milano, IT

Elevate your interior with this exceptionally rare and striking three-piece smoking set, handcrafted in Italy during the 1960s by the renowned master artisan Romano Bianchi. Sculpted...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Alabaster

Alabaster Smoking Set by Romano Bianchi, Handmade, Green, Italy, 1960s
Alabaster Smoking Set by Romano Bianchi, Handmade, Green, Italy, 1960s

Alabaster Smoking Set by Romano Bianchi, Handmade, Green, Italy, 1960s

$480 / set

Alabaster Smoking Set by Romano Bianchi, Handmade, Green, Italy, 1960s

Located in Milano, IT

A rare and visually arresting three-piece smoking set designed by the renowned Italian sculptor Romano Bianchi during the 1960s. This set is a masterclass in Mid-Century Modern Itali...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Alabaster

Mid-Century Vallauris Majolica Oyster Plate, Volcanic Glaze, Circa 1960
Mid-Century Vallauris Majolica Oyster Plate, Volcanic Glaze, Circa 1960

Mid-Century Vallauris Majolica Oyster Plate, Volcanic Glaze, Circa 1960

$210 / item

Mid-Century Vallauris Majolica Oyster Plate, Volcanic Glaze, Circa 1960

By Vallauris

Located in COLMAR, FR

Vallauris oyster plates are among the most covetable objects to emerge from the golden age of French Riviera studio ceramics, and this example represents the form at its most dramati...

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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic

Cigarette Dispenser vienna around 1960s
Cigarette Dispenser vienna around 1960s

Cigarette Dispenser vienna around 1960s

$332

Cigarette Dispenser vienna around 1960s

Located in Wien, AT

Cigarette Dispenser vienna around 1960s Open: 26cm hight Closed: 16cm hight Original condition

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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass

Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien Standing Floor Ashtray, Smoking Stand, Austria, 1970s
Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien Standing Floor Ashtray, Smoking Stand, Austria, 1970s

Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien Standing Floor Ashtray, Smoking Stand, Austria, 1970s

$1,500

Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien Standing Floor Ashtray, Smoking Stand, Austria, 1970s

By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien, Franz Hagenauer

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful handcrafted standing ashtray / smoking stand with a wonderfully elegant and slender silhouette from the 1970s, marked and stamped, designed and produced by the renowned W...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Aluminum, Steel, Iron

Mid-Century French Majolica Dodo Tureen Michel Caugant
Mid-Century French Majolica Dodo Tureen Michel Caugant

Mid-Century French Majolica Dodo Tureen Michel Caugant

$440Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century French Majolica Dodo Tureen Michel Caugant

By Michel Caugant

Located in Austin, TX

Mid-Century French Majolica Dodo Tureen Michel Caugant. The dodo (Raphus cucullatus) is an extinct flightless bird that was endemic to Mauritius, an island east of Madagascar in the ...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery

Italian Murano Red White Champagne Coupes Glasses by Carlo Moretti, Mid-20th C
Italian Murano Red White Champagne Coupes Glasses by Carlo Moretti, Mid-20th C

Italian Murano Red White Champagne Coupes Glasses by Carlo Moretti, Mid-20th C

$540Sale Price / set|20% Off

Italian Murano Red White Champagne Coupes Glasses by Carlo Moretti, Mid-20th C

By Carlo Moretti

Located in New York, NY

A chic set of five (5) vintage red and white Italian Murano Champagne coupes or cocktail glasses, by designer Carlo Moretti, Midcentury Modern Design period, Italy, circa mid-20th century. These Carlo Moretti Champagne...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Murano Glass

Midcentury Italian Ashtray in Wine-Red Leather and Crystal, Italy 1970s
Midcentury Italian Ashtray in Wine-Red Leather and Crystal, Italy 1970s

Midcentury Italian Ashtray in Wine-Red Leather and Crystal, Italy 1970s

$462

Midcentury Italian Ashtray in Wine-Red Leather and Crystal, Italy 1970s

By Poltrona Frau

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning Mid-Century ashtray in a refined combination of wine-red leather and thick crystal glass. This elegant piece was produced in Italy during the 1970s. Fully original and in a...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Crystal

Majolica Oyster Plate Sarreguemines Circa 1950
Majolica Oyster Plate Sarreguemines Circa 1950

Majolica Oyster Plate Sarreguemines Circa 1950

$220

Majolica Oyster Plate Sarreguemines Circa 1950

By Sarreguemines

Located in Austin, TX

Majolica oyster plate signed Sarreguemines, circa 1950.

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

MCM Yellow Milk Glass Coupes by Federal Glass - Set of 5
MCM Yellow Milk Glass Coupes by Federal Glass - Set of 5

MCM Yellow Milk Glass Coupes by Federal Glass - Set of 5

$75 / set

MCM Yellow Milk Glass Coupes by Federal Glass - Set of 5

By Federal Glass

Located in Fairfield, CA

A set of 5 yellow milk glass coupes by Federal Glass. Vibrant yellow exteriors with white interiors. Perfect for cocktails, champagne, or as dessert bowls. Each measures 3.75"Dia x 3...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Milk Glass

Etched German Roemer Coupe Wine Glasses with Amber Ball Stems - Set of 4
Etched German Roemer Coupe Wine Glasses with Amber Ball Stems - Set of 4

Etched German Roemer Coupe Wine Glasses with Amber Ball Stems - Set of 4

$68 / set

Etched German Roemer Coupe Wine Glasses with Amber Ball Stems - Set of 4

Located in Fairfield, CA

A set of 4 vintage German roemer wine glasses. Each with a clear coupe shaped top and a stacked ball stem design in a dark muted amber color. An etched d...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Bowl Mid Century Modern
Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Bowl Mid Century Modern

Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Bowl Mid Century Modern

$750

Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Bowl Mid Century Modern

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

An unusual mid century sterling bowl by Reed & Barton. Marked "sterling X271. Weighs approx. 268 grams.

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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

22 Sets Helmut Alder Amboss Austria 2070 Flatware Cutlery, 1960s
22 Sets Helmut Alder Amboss Austria 2070 Flatware Cutlery, 1960s

22 Sets Helmut Alder Amboss Austria 2070 Flatware Cutlery, 1960s

$270 / set

22 Sets Helmut Alder Amboss Austria 2070 Flatware Cutlery, 1960s

By Alder Design, Amboss Austria, Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

Up to 22 sets of this beautiful vintage modernist flatware from Austria, model 2070, designed by Helmut Alder in 1959 and produced by Neuzeughammer Ambosswerk in the 1960s. Each set...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Stainless Steel

Wooden tray with a rounded edge, France, 1950
Wooden tray with a rounded edge, France, 1950

Wooden tray with a rounded edge, France, 1950

$534

Wooden tray with a rounded edge, France, 1950

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

An elegant wooden tray dating from the 1950s, characterized by its clean lines and subtly rounded edge. Its minimalist design highlights the natural warmth of the wood and its harmon...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Wood

Sommerso pink and purple Murano glass tray by Flavio Poli
Sommerso pink and purple Murano glass tray by Flavio Poli

Sommerso pink and purple Murano glass tray by Flavio Poli

$652

Sommerso pink and purple Murano glass tray by Flavio Poli

By Flavio Poli

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Beautiful purple and pink sommerso ashtray or pocket emptier designed and manufactured by flavio poli for seguso in murano in the 1970s. Handcrafted glass using the sommerso techniqu...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Articulated Abalone shell and Brass Fish Bottle Opener, Mexico, 1980's, 17 cm
Articulated Abalone shell and Brass Fish Bottle Opener, Mexico, 1980's, 17 cm

Articulated Abalone shell and Brass Fish Bottle Opener, Mexico, 1980's, 17 cm

$652

Articulated Abalone shell and Brass Fish Bottle Opener, Mexico, 1980's, 17 cm

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Superb articulated fish designed and produced in Mexico during the 1980's. This artisanal bottle opener, crafted with abalone mother-of-pearl, is a true work of art. A beautiful item...

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1980s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass

Complete mid-century brass hedgehog ashtray by Walter Bosse for Herta Baller
Complete mid-century brass hedgehog ashtray by Walter Bosse for Herta Baller

Complete mid-century brass hedgehog ashtray by Walter Bosse for Herta Baller

$872

Complete mid-century brass hedgehog ashtray by Walter Bosse for Herta Baller

By Herta Baller, Walter Bosse

Located in München, BY

Original complete mid-century brass hedgehog ashtray by Walter Bosse for Herta Baller. Beautiful design. Made in Austria. Manufactured in the 1950s. The hedgehogs are complete with...

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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Brass

MCM LaGardo Tackett Green Striped Faceted Tumblers - Set of 4
MCM LaGardo Tackett Green Striped Faceted Tumblers - Set of 4

MCM LaGardo Tackett Green Striped Faceted Tumblers - Set of 4

$150 / set

MCM LaGardo Tackett Green Striped Faceted Tumblers - Set of 4

By Lagardo Tackett

Located in Fairfield, CA

A set of 4 mid century porcelain tumblers. Designed by LaGardo Tackett for Schmid International Porcelain as part of the "Everyone Loves Ice Cream and Candy" tableware collection. Fi...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Flavio Poli Murano Sommerso Glass Table Lighter, Italy, 1960s Design
Flavio Poli Murano Sommerso Glass Table Lighter, Italy, 1960s Design

Flavio Poli Murano Sommerso Glass Table Lighter, Italy, 1960s Design

$416Sale Price|20% Off

Flavio Poli Murano Sommerso Glass Table Lighter, Italy, 1960s Design

By Flavio Poli

Located in Milano, IT

1960 Stunning table lighter in Murano sommerso glass by Flavio Poli for Seguso. Made in italy. The item is in excellent condition and it works perfectly. Dimension: diam 5,11 x 4,3...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Murano Glass

Mid-Century Italian Pink Glass Decanter with Green Stopper
Mid-Century Italian Pink Glass Decanter with Green Stopper

Mid-Century Italian Pink Glass Decanter with Green Stopper

$195

Mid-Century Italian Pink Glass Decanter with Green Stopper

Located in Toronto, CA

A beautiful mid-century Italian glass decanter featuring a soft pink body paired with a contrasting green stopper. The form is clean and geometric, with subtle faceting that catches ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

Blue vase in Italian glass, 1970, Italy
Blue vase in Italian glass, 1970, Italy

Blue vase in Italian glass, 1970, Italy

$534

Blue vase in Italian glass, 1970, Italy

By Biot

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

An elegant Italian blown glass vase dating from the 1970s. It is distinguished by its generous shape with organic lines and its superb marbled decoration, blending deep shades of blu...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Set of 3 French Ceramic plates by Naumovitch Era Vallauris Capron
Mid-Century Set of 3 French Ceramic plates by Naumovitch Era Vallauris Capron

Mid-Century Set of 3 French Ceramic plates by Naumovitch Era Vallauris Capron

$994Sale Price / set|20% Off

Mid-Century Set of 3 French Ceramic plates by Naumovitch Era Vallauris Capron

By Le Grand Chêne 1, Ljuba Naumovitch

Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR

Mid-Century Set of 3 French Ceramic plates by Naumovitch Era Vallauris Capron Exceptional set of three plates decorated with women's faces. Emblematic creations of Ljuba Naumovitch in the Atelier Grand Chêne...

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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Enamel

Large MCM German Woven Circular Tray
Large MCM German Woven Circular Tray

Large MCM German Woven Circular Tray

$85

Large MCM German Woven Circular Tray

Located in Fairfield, CA

A large circular mid century tray. Features a woven rim and handles made of beige and red plastic. The center is made of composite wood type material with a slight texture. Marked on...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Composition

Barovier Mirror-Engraved Small Serving Tray in Murano Glass w/ Gold, Italy 1940s
Barovier Mirror-Engraved Small Serving Tray in Murano Glass w/ Gold, Italy 1940s

Barovier Mirror-Engraved Small Serving Tray in Murano Glass w/ Gold, Italy 1940s

$724

Barovier Mirror-Engraved Small Serving Tray in Murano Glass w/ Gold, Italy 1940s

By Barovier

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning small rectangular serving tray crafted in an elegant mix of mouth-blown Murano glass enriched with 24k gold inclusions, acid-etched mirrored glass, and refined gilt metal ha...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

MCM Chrome "Penguin" Ice Bucket by West Bend Manufacturing
MCM Chrome "Penguin" Ice Bucket by West Bend Manufacturing

MCM Chrome "Penguin" Ice Bucket by West Bend Manufacturing

$275

MCM Chrome "Penguin" Ice Bucket by West Bend Manufacturing

By West Bend

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice MCM chrome "Penguin" ice bucket by West Bend Manufacturing, circa 1960s. The design features three walnut handles and an embossed penguin motif on the side of the bucket....

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Chrome

Set of 4 Midcentury Stackable Solid Brass Austrian Ashtrays After Adnet, 1950s
Set of 4 Midcentury Stackable Solid Brass Austrian Ashtrays After Adnet, 1950s

Set of 4 Midcentury Stackable Solid Brass Austrian Ashtrays After Adnet, 1950s

$461 / item

Set of 4 Midcentury Stackable Solid Brass Austrian Ashtrays After Adnet, 1950s

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful and unique set of four stackable ashtrays in solid brass. This stylish and versatile set was produced in Austria during the 1950s after Jacques Adnet. Fully original and i...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass

AMBOSS Flatware by Carl Aubock Mid Century Modern Austria
AMBOSS Flatware by Carl Aubock Mid Century Modern Austria

AMBOSS Flatware by Carl Aubock Mid Century Modern Austria

$1,950

AMBOSS Flatware by Carl Aubock Mid Century Modern Austria

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Amboss Austria

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a flatware set by AMBOSS designed by Carl Aubock .Mid Century Modern Austria. Dimensions: Knive 8.38 , Spoon 7.75,  Fork 7.75, Small spoon 5.88, Small f...

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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Coral Pink Russell Wright Steubenville Serving Dish
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Coral Pink Russell Wright Steubenville Serving Dish

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Coral Pink Russell Wright Steubenville Serving Dish

$65

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Coral Pink Russell Wright Steubenville Serving Dish

Located in East Quogue, NY

Vintage mid-century modern Russell Wright Steubenville oval ceramic serving dish. Modern design with soft cures and simple glazing. Size: 10 wide x 7.5 deep x 2.5 inches tall The m...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Large Wood Cactus Toothpick Holder
Large Wood Cactus Toothpick Holder

Large Wood Cactus Toothpick Holder

$75 / item

Large Wood Cactus Toothpick Holder

Located in Fairfield, CA

A vintage mid century wood toothpick holder in the shape of a cactus. Toothpicks can be placed in the small holes along the cactus to create thorns. Beautiful grain to the wood. A gr...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Wood

Vintage Hermes Horse Bit Bottle Opener c.1970
Vintage Hermes Horse Bit Bottle Opener c.1970

Vintage Hermes Horse Bit Bottle Opener c.1970

$1,230

Vintage Hermes Horse Bit Bottle Opener c.1970

By Hermès

Located in Bath, GB

A stunning example of a vintage equestrian bottle opener dating to c.1970. The handle is gold plated bronze fashioned in the form of a horse bit and the bottle opener itself made fr...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Gold Plate

XL Sommerso pink ashtray by Seguso, Murano glass, Italy, 1970
XL Sommerso pink ashtray by Seguso, Murano glass, Italy, 1970

XL Sommerso pink ashtray by Seguso, Murano glass, Italy, 1970

$652

XL Sommerso pink ashtray by Seguso, Murano glass, Italy, 1970

By Seguso

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Extra large purple sommerso empty pocket or ashtray designed and manufactured by seguso in murano in the 1970s. Artisanal glasswork using the sommerso technique (superposition of lay...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Rare Los Castillo "Bird of Paradise" Pitcher, Mexican Modern Silversmithing
Rare Los Castillo "Bird of Paradise" Pitcher, Mexican Modern Silversmithing

Rare Los Castillo "Bird of Paradise" Pitcher, Mexican Modern Silversmithing

$3,950

Rare Los Castillo "Bird of Paradise" Pitcher, Mexican Modern Silversmithing

By Los Castillo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A striking example of Mexican Modernism from the renowned Los Castillo workshop in Taxco, this sculptural silver-plated water pitcher dates to the 1970s and embodies the expressive a...

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1970s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Alabaster, Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Brass, Silver Plate

Porcelain Ashtray by Paloma Picasso for Villeroy & Boch, Italy, 1990s
Porcelain Ashtray by Paloma Picasso for Villeroy & Boch, Italy, 1990s

Porcelain Ashtray by Paloma Picasso for Villeroy & Boch, Italy, 1990s

$330Sale Price|25% Off

Porcelain Ashtray by Paloma Picasso for Villeroy & Boch, Italy, 1990s

By Paloma Picasso

Located in Milano, IT

1990s Gorgeous ashtray or catch-All in porcelain by Paloma Picasso "Hongkong" for Villeroy & Boch, limited edition. Marked on the bottom. It's excellent condition Dimensions: ...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Mid Century Ice Bucket, 1960s
Vintage Mid Century Ice Bucket, 1960s

Vintage Mid Century Ice Bucket, 1960s

$47Sale Price|50% Off

Vintage Mid Century Ice Bucket, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Every good party needs cold ice and this is just the bucket to keep it that way! This beauty fits in with any decor. Mid Century sleek. Perfect for your next soiree or party of one! ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Metal

"Noodle" Dachshund Dog Bottle Opener Bosse Vienna Austria, 1950s, Midcentury
"Noodle" Dachshund Dog Bottle Opener Bosse Vienna Austria, 1950s, Midcentury

"Noodle" Dachshund Dog Bottle Opener Bosse Vienna Austria, 1950s, Midcentury

$185

"Noodle" Dachshund Dog Bottle Opener Bosse Vienna Austria, 1950s, Midcentury

By Ludwig Bemelmans

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic early 1950s Austrian bottle opener, attributed to be designed by Ludwig Bemelmans showing "Noodle" the Dachshund dog. Nice addition to your room or just for your collection o...

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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Brass

Archimede Seguso Murano Sommerso Opal Pink Alabastro Glass Bowl, Italy 1950s
Archimede Seguso Murano Sommerso Opal Pink Alabastro Glass Bowl, Italy 1950s

Archimede Seguso Murano Sommerso Opal Pink Alabastro Glass Bowl, Italy 1950s

$1,175

Archimede Seguso Murano Sommerso Opal Pink Alabastro Glass Bowl, Italy 1950s

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Barcelona, ES

Eye-catching hand blown Murano Sommerso pink and opalescent white glass flower bowl with folded rim. Design Attributed to Archimede Seguso for the Seguso Factory. Italy, 1950s. This ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

1970s Purple Murano Glass Smoking Set by Antonio Imperatore
1970s Purple Murano Glass Smoking Set by Antonio Imperatore

1970s Purple Murano Glass Smoking Set by Antonio Imperatore

$480 / set

1970s Purple Murano Glass Smoking Set by Antonio Imperatore

By Cristallerie Antonio Imperatore

Located in Milano, IT

1970s Stunning purple smoking set by Antonio Imperatore in Murano glass. Made in Italy The items are in excellent condition. The table lighter works perfectly, This smoking set is go...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid-Century French Trivet by Guillerme et Chambron, Oak & Ceramic
Mid-Century French Trivet by Guillerme et Chambron, Oak & Ceramic

Mid-Century French Trivet by Guillerme et Chambron, Oak & Ceramic

$2,000

Mid-Century French Trivet by Guillerme et Chambron, Oak & Ceramic

By Guillerme et Chambron

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Mid-Century Trivet by Guillerme & Chambron, Paris France, 1950s Crafted in blond oak, this exquisite French Mid-Century trivet features a stunning ceramic tile by Bolesl...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic, Oak

Mandruzzato Murano Pink Yellow Sommerso Faceted Art Glass Vase, Italy 1960
Mandruzzato Murano Pink Yellow Sommerso Faceted Art Glass Vase, Italy 1960

Mandruzzato Murano Pink Yellow Sommerso Faceted Art Glass Vase, Italy 1960

$1,531

Mandruzzato Murano Pink Yellow Sommerso Faceted Art Glass Vase, Italy 1960

By Alessandro Mandruzzato

Located in Barcelona, ES

Eye-catching Sommerso Murano faceted vase in Pink yellow and clear glass attributed to Mandruzzato. Italy, 1960s. Pink and yellow glass double cased into clear glass using the Somme...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Midcentury Dior Style Lucite Chrome and Vienna Straw Serving Tray, France, 1970s
Midcentury Dior Style Lucite Chrome and Vienna Straw Serving Tray, France, 1970s

Midcentury Dior Style Lucite Chrome and Vienna Straw Serving Tray, France, 1970s

$890

Midcentury Dior Style Lucite Chrome and Vienna Straw Serving Tray, France, 1970s

By Christian Dior, Dior Home

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning Mid-Century rectangular serving tray in clear lucite, Vienna straw and chrome-plated accents. This incredibly stylish and unique piece was produced in France during the 1970...

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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass

Vintage Hand Painted Delft Five Spout Tulipiere Vase
Vintage Hand Painted Delft Five Spout Tulipiere Vase

Vintage Hand Painted Delft Five Spout Tulipiere Vase

$400

Vintage Hand Painted Delft Five Spout Tulipiere Vase

Located in New Orleans, LA

This vase is not only beautiful, but is also very practical to use. Because each tulip has its own opening, your bouquet stays beautiful longer. They are also easy to clean and maint...

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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Delft

Carl Auböck drinking jug with 6 glasses around 1950s
Carl Auböck drinking jug with 6 glasses around 1950s

Carl Auböck drinking jug with 6 glasses around 1950s

$890

Carl Auböck drinking jug with 6 glasses around 1950s

Located in Wien, AT

Carl Auböck drinking jug with 6 glasses around 1950s 6x mix color drinking glasses H: 8,5cm Diameter: 5,5cm

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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass, Leather

Flavio Poli Murano Sommerso Glass Ashtray, Grey, 1960s, Excellent
Flavio Poli Murano Sommerso Glass Ashtray, Grey, 1960s, Excellent

Flavio Poli Murano Sommerso Glass Ashtray, Grey, 1960s, Excellent

$380

Flavio Poli Murano Sommerso Glass Ashtray, Grey, 1960s, Excellent

By Flavio Poli

Located in Milano, IT

1960s Astonishing Grey Ashtray or Catch-All By Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano Sommerso Glass. The item is in excellent condition. Dimensions: 5,11 diameter x 3,14 H inches cm 13 x...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Green Coupe Glasses - Set of 6
Green Coupe Glasses - Set of 6

Green Coupe Glasses - Set of 6

$90 / set

Green Coupe Glasses - Set of 6

By Indiana Glass Company

Located in Fairfield, CA

A set of 6 vintage coupe glasses with a cubist design in green glass. Made in the Whitehall pattern by Indiana Glass. Perfect for wine or champagne. Smooth interiors.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

Mathieu Matégot Enameled Metal Bowl, Gubi, Mid-Century Modern, France
Mathieu Matégot Enameled Metal Bowl, Gubi, Mid-Century Modern, France

Mathieu Matégot Enameled Metal Bowl, Gubi, Mid-Century Modern, France

$658 / item

Mathieu Matégot Enameled Metal Bowl, Gubi, Mid-Century Modern, France

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Enameled metal bowl designed by Mathieu Matégot, circa 1953. Reedition by Gubi. Mathieu Matégot designed his contemporary Matégot bowl in 1953. The characteristic appearance of th...

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2010s French Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Metal

Archimede Seguso Murano Blue Sommerso Glass Bowl
Archimede Seguso Murano Blue Sommerso Glass Bowl

Archimede Seguso Murano Blue Sommerso Glass Bowl

$849Sale Price|20% Off

Archimede Seguso Murano Blue Sommerso Glass Bowl

By Archimede Seguso, Seguso Vetri d'Arte

Located in Barcelona, ES

Hand blown Murano glass Sommerso bowl / ashtray in blue color with a cased rim in dark blue glass. Design attributed to Archimede Seguso for Seguso Factory, Italy, 1960s. A highly de...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Piero Fornasetti Set of Coasters of Opera Characters-Melodrama!
Piero Fornasetti Set of Coasters of Opera Characters-Melodrama!

Piero Fornasetti Set of Coasters of Opera Characters-Melodrama!

$1,250 / set

Piero Fornasetti Set of Coasters of Opera Characters-Melodrama!

By Piero Fornasetti

Located in Downingtown, PA

"Operatic Gold": Boxed Set of 8 Piero Fornasetti "Melodramma" Coasters, 1960s A spectacular complete set of eight Piero Fornasetti ceramic coasters from the "Melodramma" (Melodrama)...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Anchor Hocking Depression Glass Sandwich Patt. Forest Green 1950s - 23 Pieces
Anchor Hocking Depression Glass Sandwich Patt. Forest Green 1950s - 23 Pieces

Anchor Hocking Depression Glass Sandwich Patt. Forest Green 1950s - 23 Pieces

$325 / set

Anchor Hocking Depression Glass Sandwich Patt. Forest Green 1950s - 23 Pieces

By Anchor Hocking

Located in Miami, FL

A grouping of 23 pieces of Anchor Hocking Sandwich Pattern in Forest Green glass. This pattern's design included stylized flowers and leaves on a background of numerous small dots or...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

Piero Fornasetti “Il Minestrone” Plate, Specialità Milanesi, Italy Mid Century
Piero Fornasetti “Il Minestrone” Plate, Specialità Milanesi, Italy Mid Century

Piero Fornasetti “Il Minestrone” Plate, Specialità Milanesi, Italy Mid Century

$414

Piero Fornasetti “Il Minestrone” Plate, Specialità Milanesi, Italy Mid Century

By Piero Fornasetti, Fornasetti

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

Iconic vintage porcelain plate designed by Piero Fornasetti as part of the celebrated "Specialità Milanesi" series. This plate features the whimsical and highly detailed black-and-wh...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

MCM Glass Mugs in Plastic Holders - Set of 5
MCM Glass Mugs in Plastic Holders - Set of 5

MCM Glass Mugs in Plastic Holders - Set of 5

$68 / set

MCM Glass Mugs in Plastic Holders - Set of 5

Located in Fairfield, CA

A set of 5 mid century mugs. Each is made of glass that snaps into a dark teal plastic base. Great mid century design with the bases acting like coast...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass, Plastic

Flavio Poli Murano Glass Table Lighter, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
Flavio Poli Murano Glass Table Lighter, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s

Flavio Poli Murano Glass Table Lighter, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s

$480

Flavio Poli Murano Glass Table Lighter, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s

By Flavio Poli

Located in Milano, IT

1960 Stunning blue table lighter in Murano sommerso glass by Flavio Poli for Seguso. Made in italy. The item is in excellent condition and it works perfectly. Dimension: diam 4,33 x ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid-Cenutry Minimalist Ashtray from Wmf, 1960s
Mid-Cenutry Minimalist Ashtray from Wmf, 1960s

Mid-Cenutry Minimalist Ashtray from Wmf, 1960s

$294

Mid-Cenutry Minimalist Ashtray from Wmf, 1960s

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Cenutry Minimalist Ashtray from Wmf, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Metal Style: Mi...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Metal

Vincenzo Nason Murano Sommerso Pink Faceted Art Glass Vase, Italy 1960
Vincenzo Nason Murano Sommerso Pink Faceted Art Glass Vase, Italy 1960

Vincenzo Nason Murano Sommerso Pink Faceted Art Glass Vase, Italy 1960

$1,038

Vincenzo Nason Murano Sommerso Pink Faceted Art Glass Vase, Italy 1960

By Vincenzo Nason & Cie, Mandruzzato

Located in Barcelona, ES

Excellent Sommerso vase with faceted glass in smoke pink color. Designed by Vincenzo Nason for Mandruzzato, Italy, 1960s. Pale pink glass cased into clear glass using the Sommerso t...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Noritake Spotlight Blue Coupe Glasses - Set of 4
Noritake Spotlight Blue Coupe Glasses - Set of 4

Noritake Spotlight Blue Coupe Glasses - Set of 4

$75 / set

Noritake Spotlight Blue Coupe Glasses - Set of 4

By Noritake

Located in Fairfield, CA

A set of 4 vintage coupe glasses in beautiful dark blue glass. Lovely textured ornate pattern to the exterior with smooth interiors. Made in the "Spotlight Blue" pattern by Noritake ...

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1970s Japanese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

Vintage Italian Nuova Mignon Espresso Maker by Luigi Bialetti for Bialetti 1960s
Vintage Italian Nuova Mignon Espresso Maker by Luigi Bialetti for Bialetti 1960s

Vintage Italian Nuova Mignon Espresso Maker by Luigi Bialetti for Bialetti 1960s

$615

Vintage Italian Nuova Mignon Espresso Maker by Luigi Bialetti for Bialetti 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Vintage Italian Nuova Mignon Espresso Maker by Luigi Bialetti for Bialetti, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional info...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Metal

"Noodle" Dachshund Brass Dog Bottle Opener by Bosse Vienna Austria, 1950s
"Noodle" Dachshund Brass Dog Bottle Opener by Bosse Vienna Austria, 1950s

"Noodle" Dachshund Brass Dog Bottle Opener by Bosse Vienna Austria, 1950s

$235

"Noodle" Dachshund Brass Dog Bottle Opener by Bosse Vienna Austria, 1950s

By Walter Bosse

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Classic early 1950s Austrian bottle opener, attributed to the Austrian Illustrator Ludwig Bemelmans depiction of "Noodle" the Dachshund dog. It was made by Bosse in Vienna. Measure...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass

Mid-century Modern serveware, ceramics, silver and glass for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern serveware, ceramics, silver and glass 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 serveware, ceramics, silver and glass created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with glass, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern serveware, ceramics, silver and glass 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 serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, popular names associated with this style include Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Cenedese, Rörstrand, and Piero Fornasetti. 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 serveware, ceramics, silver and glass differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $22 and tops out at $295,000 while the average work can sell for $679.

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