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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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
Serving Set "Cylinda Line" by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Stelton
Located in Vienna, AT
The epochal “Cylinda Line” serving set by Danish designer Arne Jacobsen, styled for Stelton in 1967. The set is entirely manufactured of stainless steel, the handles of the jugs are of black Bakelite. Our ensemble consists of mocha jug...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Stainless Steel
Set of 2, Tall, Vintage Flower Vases, French, Glass, Gladioli, Iris, Centrepiece
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a set of two, tall vintage flower vases. A French, glass gladioli or iris centrepiece vase, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1970.
Elegantly shaped, tall display vas...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
Midcentury Aldo Londi Blue Glazed "Rimini" Ceramic Ashtray, Bitossi Italy, 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful and large round midcentury ashtray in blue glazed ceramic (Rimini Blu). This amazing piece was designed by Aldo Londi and produced by Bitossi in Italy during 1960s.
Thi...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Pottery, Ceramic
French Midcentury Cobalt Blue Ceramic Vase, Manner of Edmond Lachenal
Located in Miami, FL
Midcentury French ceramic vase in a stunning cobalt blue color.
This gorgeous decorative object will enhance any table, shelf or countertop.
Perfect vintage condition, no cracks o...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Seguso Vetri d'Arte Ensemble of 'A Scavo' Murano Art Glass Vases and Vessels
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Wonderful collection / ensemble of 'a Scavo' colored / coloured glass vases and vessels, some of which have been attributed to Vittorio Rigatierri for Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano, Ita...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Carl Auböck Up to Three Midcentury Polished Brass Card Holder, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
*Actually up to three pieces available*
A beautiful card stand, made of polished brass, designed and executed in the 1950s by Carl Auböck, Austria. To be used for business cards, fol...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Brass
Emilio Scanavino, Painted Ceramic, Italy
Located in Sharon, CT
Hand-painted and thrown ceramic by this important Italian Abstract Expressionist artist.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Sommerso Glass Bowl 1960s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Sommerso Glass Bowl 1960s
Item e7099
An asymetric Murano sommerso art glass bowl. Attributed to Flavio Poli and Seguso Vetri d'Arte circa 1950s. Manufactur...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Costumi Ceramic Tiles after Giò Ponti
Located in Weesp, NL
Discover a piece of design history with this rare and exquisite set of ceramic tiles titled Costumi. Designed by the legendary Gio Ponti and produced by Bardelli Ceramica in the 1980...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Finland Faceted Crystal Bud Vase, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Stylish crystal bud vase by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Finland. The petite and elegant shape looks stunning in any setting. Pairs beautifull...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Crystal
Gambaro and Poggi Large Murano Gold Art Glass Vase Artist Signed Applied Glass
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Gambaro and Poggi Large Murano Gold Art Glass Vase Artist Signed a script on the bottom, plus 2 original labels. Notice the applied glass bands and g...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Cenedese Pair of Midcentury 1970s Italian Round Black & Clear Murano Glass Vases
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Antonio da Ros for Cenedese pair of large and heavy vintage Mid-Century modern Italian Murano round, circular glass vases or oversized tealight / candle holders, circa 1965-1975. Lar...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Tiffany & Co. Mid-Century Sterling Silver Mint Julep Cup or Mug
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed vintage silver mint julep cup.
In sterling silver.
By Tiffany & Co.
Fully marked to the base.
Simply a wonderful silve...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mid-Century Modern Faux Tortoise Shell Ice Bucket with Chrome Handle, Italian
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Fun and fantastic, this ice bucket has the tortoise shell look with bright polished chrome handle with ample room for enough ice for the first round of everyone's cocktail. The torto...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Plastic
Large Pink Murano Bubble Glass Bowl Element Shell Ashtray Murano, Italy, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Murano glass bowl, ashtray element
Origin:
Murano, Italy
Decade:
1970s
This original glass shell bowl was produced in the 1970s in Murano, Italy. An ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
1960s Set of Six Fornasetti Tea Cups and Saucers White and Gold Ceramic Signed
By Fornasetti
Located in London, GB
A good vintage Set of six Fornasetti porcelain tea/coffee cups and saucers with geometrical gold decor. Each cup and saucer bearing the signature and logo. Made in Italy ca.1960s
...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal Studio Line, Porcelain Vase
Located in Bochum, NRW
Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal studio-linie, bird decor painted in shades of blue, Germany, 1970s
Marked to the bottom.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions:
Diameter 10 cm [3.9 in.]
Heigh...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Neoclassical Style Faux-Marble and Brass Vide-Poche, French, circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice and decorative neoclassical style vide-poche is made of faux-marble and brass. This is a French work, circa 1970.
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Brass
Silver Plated Sculptural Butler Motif Wine Bottle Holder
Located in New York, NY
This charming silver plated wine bottle holder originates from the United States during the 20th century. The intricate design showcases fine detailing and artistry, making it a deli...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver Plate
Tile set series "Zanuso 31" design Marco Zanuso for Cedit, 1968
Located in taranto, IT
set of 4 Tiles from the series "Zanuso 31" , consists of 4 elements decorated with orange decal on glossy white glaze forming a sun.
In 1968, CEDIT introduced to the world of cerami...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Aluminum
1970's Unique Rare Camping Portable Electric Coffee Set New Never Used
Located in San Diego, CA
1970's American Atomic age portable coffee maker set , a rare find never used can be pluged in electric outlet or to your car , comes with cups spoons coffee container and electric coffee maker...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Metal
Set Of Five Vintage Dorothy Thorpe Gold Banded Pedestal Dishs
Located in New Orleans, LA
These elegant, well designed, gold-rimmed pedestal glasses/candy dishes are as beautiful today as when they were created. Having a one inch gold band on simple crystal clear glass, t...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Gold
Mid-20th Century Baccarat Covered Jam Pot with Original Box
By Baccarat
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid-20th century Baccarat covered jam pot with spoon & original box. Harcourt Missouri pattern. All parts acid etch signed. Nice for a mustard or sauce too! Covered jam: 4.5" x 3 5/8...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Crystal
Midcentury Mexican Modernist Service Cart by Frank Kyle
By Frank Kyle
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Rare rolling bar or serving cart made of mahogany and brass, designed by Frank Kyle, circa 1950. We offer this item without glass because it makes shipping over long distances easier.
Category
1950s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Cedar
Venini, Small Mid Century Murano Handkerchief Glass Vase, Italy, circa 1960's
By Venini
Located in Chatham, ON
Mid Century handkerchief glass vase - twisted yellow canes with copper aventurine and white latticino - rare small size - smooth polished base ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Vintage Rockwell Silver Co. Silver Overlay Cocktail Shaker Set w/ Ducks & Reeds
Located in Nantucket, MA
Mid-Century modern cocktail shaker and 4 cocktail glasses in clear glass with a silver overlaid design of three ducks in flight among cattails a...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver, Chrome
1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Malachite Lucite and Brass Italian Ice Bucket
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This 1970s Mid-Century Modern italian hexagonal ice bucket is a striking example of the era's bold yet refined design, combining high-quality Lucite and with geometric shapes. This ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Plastic
Watering Can by Fritz Dienes, 1953
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural German cactus watering can by Fritz Dienes for Hessische Majolika, Germany, 1953, with tri-color glazed ceramic body and sculptural brass handle and spout, great lines, gr...
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Brass
Murano Art Glass Tumblers, Doppio Ritorto Amazing Technique, signed. Unit price.
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This listing is for unit price for customer who needs quantities that are different than the listed set of 6.
Proud to offer such a beautiful piece. In this tumbler the traditional t...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Red Silver Flecks Iridescent Italian Art Glass Scallop Rim Flower Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown deep red, silver flecks, controlled bubbles Italian art glass flower vase. Created in the manner of the Barovier e Toso and Arte Vetraria Muranese...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver Leaf
Large and Boldly Painted Mid Century Ceramic Italian Charger by Nino Parrucca
Located in Morristown, NJ
Mid 20th C. Italian, a large charger made of glazed ceramic signed "Nino Parrucca" at lower right. Numbered #155 and marked Made in Italy to underside.
The plate features a lively scene of grape harvesting, a common theme in Mediterranean art...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
1960s Astonishing Murano Ashtray or Catch-All By Flavio Poli for Seguso
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Astonishing ashtray or catch-all By Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano Sommerso Glass.
The item is in excellent condition.
Dimension:
5,11" diameter x 3,14" H inches
cm 13 x cm 8 H
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Martini & Rossi Vermouth French Ashtray
Located in Bradenton, FL
A French Martini & Rossi triangular ashtray. White Opalex is branded Martini & Rossi Sweet Vermouth on each side. Each corner has a beveled cigarette rest. Marked “Made in France, Re...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Opaline Glass
Arne Jacobsen 12 Place settings AJ Flatware Set 75pcs. A. Michelsen Denmark
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Twelve six piece place setting set of AJ stainless steel flatware totaling 75 pieces including 12 large forks , 12 small forks , 12 soup spoons, 12 large spoons and 12 small spoons ....
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cuno Fischer Rosenthal Studio-Linie White Relief Op Art Bowl with Lid, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful white matte relief op-art porcelain vase from the 1960s designed by Cuno Fischer and executed by Rosenthal Studio-Line, Germany. In excellent condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
"Pebble of Peace" Silver Plated Paperweight by Christofle of France
By Christofle
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage "Pebble of Peace" silver plated paperweight by Christofle of France, circa 1980s. Beautiful design and great weight on this piece that measures 3.25"W x 2.25"D x .75"H. Sig...
Category
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver Plate
Midcentury Crystal Ashtray from Kosta, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Thick and heavy cigar ashtray. It is made from polished lead crystal. Signed and numbered beneath its base. The signature looks like EH so it was probably designed by Erik Hoglund.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Crystal
Mid-Century Modern Design Round / Globe Shape Glass Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Practical size and handblown ceiling lamp with relief on the surface, probably by Glashütte Limburg.
This mid-20th century glass pendant comes with the original chain and ceiling c...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Metal
Lino Sabattini for Christofle Fleuron Silver Plated Apple-Shaped Butter Box, 70s
Located in Roma, IT
A box that recalls a work by
René Magritte, an apple and a bowler hat come together in this silver plated box from the 1970s produced by Fleuron Christofle.
A butter dish or a caviar...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver Plate
Mid-Century Modernist Drop Form Crystal Decanter signed Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Mid-Century Modernist drop-form crystal decanter, created by the legendary French house of Baccarat circa 1960, is a stunning example of refined elegance and craftsman...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Crystal
Porcelain Tea Trio Set GDR Made in GDR Tea Porcelain Set, Vintage
Located in Bastogne, BE
A rare collection tea trio set “Firebird” made in GDR.
Goldrelief manufacture!
Porcelain tea set!
The set includes three items.
The price per ...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Murano Red Corroso Texture Italian Art Glass Vanity Jewelry Box
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful large Murano handblown lime yellow - green "Vaseline" Italian art glass vanity jewelry box. Created in the manner of designers Alfredo Barbini and Flavio Poli / Seguso Vert...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Uranium Glass, Glass
Sculptural Staved Teak Salad Bowl and Servers by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in San Diego, CA
Sculptural staved teak salad bowl and servers by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk, circa 1960s. The bowl is in very good vintage condition and measures 12"D x 4.5"H. The teak and stainle...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Stainless Steel
SIGNED Kosta Boda Bubbly Red Glass Vase Erik Hoglund #H525
Located in Bolton, GB
A stunning Scandinavian red bubbly glass vase, made by Boda of Sweden, and designed by Erik Hoglund, pattern number H525, signed to base "H 525 / 170".
Size
Measures approx 6 inches...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
2x Carl Auböck Pan & Serving Tray & Amboss 2060 Flatware, Original Box, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Two beautiful minimalistic Mid-Century four-pieces dining sets with an original box. Each set consists of a small stainless steel pan with a nice wooden handle, a wooden serving plate / tray and a set of the famous Amboss 2060...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Stainless Steel
French Faience Peonies Fish Platter Gien Circa 1950
By Gien
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience Peonies Fish Platter Gien Circa 1950.
26.2 inches by 10.3 inches.
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
1970s Romeo Rega Mid-Century Modern Brass and Silver Plate Italian Wine Cooler
By Romeo Rega
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a Romeo Rega 1970s Mid-Century Modern Italian wine cooler, notable for its refined craftsmanship and luxurious materials. The design features a cylindrical form, with the ext...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Metal, Brass
Fratelli Toso Murano Red Blue Copper Aventurine Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and large, vintage Murano hand blown red, blue, and aventurine flecks Italian art glass flower vase. The piece is documented to the Fratelli Toso company. I have owned othe...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Vintage Red Pitcher by Waechtersbach Germany & Blue Hall Sundial Casserole Dish
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage Mid-Century Modern solid colours red pitcher piece code PIT70 by Waechtersbach, Germany and a blue covered casserole “Sundial” dish by Hall. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. There are a few factory flaws underneath the glaze on the top of the Sundial lid. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century.
Ist diese Keramik nicht fabelhaft?? That’s German for “Isn’t this pottery FABULOUS?” Well, we certainly think so!! We have a lovely pair of useable pottery pieces to offer to you. First, we have a vintage bold red bulbus shaped “Solid Colours” pitcher by Waechtersbach, crafted in Germany and a beautiful vintage “Sundial...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Pottery
Mauro Manetti Duck Ice Bucket, Italy, 1970s
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant silver plated duck ice bucket by Mauro Manetti, with an metal inlay inside and signed on the bottom.
Category
1970s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Fornasetti Milano 'Fiori' Pattern Porcelain Plates, Set of Twelve, circa 1965
By Fornasetti
Located in Kinderhook, NY
An incredibly rare set of 12 large porcelain dinner plates in the 'Fiori' pattern designed by Piero Fornasetti and produced by Fornasetti - Milano, circa 1965. There are two plates o...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Mid-Century large engraved Murano Glass Mirror Tray, Italy 1960
By Ars Murano
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Mid-Century Murano Glass Mirror Tray, Italy 1960.
romantic scene engraved.
gold leaf details.
large version!
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Brass
Beveled Glass Ashtray by Fontana Arte
By Fontana Arte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian oval shaped beveled glass ashtray by Fontana Arte / Made in Italy circa 1960s
Measures: Length 5.75 inches / width 3.75 inches / height 0.75 inches
Order Reference: F...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
Arthur Court Cast Aluminum Bulldog Ice Bucket with Red Glass Eyes
By Arthur Court
Located in Nantucket, MA
Cast aluminum ice bucket / wine cooler by Arthur Court in the form of a bulldog's head wearing a wide collar. The Lid lifts off for easy access and is finished with red glass eyes.
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Aluminum
A Rut Bryk Karjalainen Talo 'Karelian House' Blue Ceramic Wall Plaque, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
An outstanding piece of art by one of the leading names of the mid-century Finnish ceramic scene. This large and colorful wall plaque made by Rut Bryk ...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian 'Naive Dreamscape' Pottery Dish or Wall Plaque, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Vibrant and glossy in color palet this pottery wall plaque depicts a girl or woman lying in bed surrounded by naive dreamscape. It is executed in Scandina...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Pottery
Vintage Italian Brushed Stainless Steel "Apple" Ice Bucket by Morinox
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Italian Modernist "apple-form" brushed stainless steel ice bucket (ca. 1970s, Italy).
Features a sculptural stem decoration that serves as the handle for removing the top.
The bu...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Stainless Steel
Robert Picault Ceramic Vallauris France Ceramic Platter Mid Century
Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR
Robert Picault (1919 - 2000)
French ceramist in Vallauris
Robert Picault has contributed to the revival of culinary ceramics by updating traditional local forms decorated with lines and geometric designs.
His identity style has been a great success and continues to decorate the table today. His personal pieces are sought after by art collectors.
A former student of the School of Applied Arts in Paris, Robert Picault arrived in Vallauris in 1946. He created with his school friends Roger Capron (1922-2006) and Jean Derval (1925-2010), the Callis workshop.
In this village of a hundred potters, they met the neighboring ceramists André Baud, the 4 potters and among others the Madoura workshop, where he frequented the famous painter Picasso from 1949 to 1955. He also became friends with Jean Cocteau, Fernand Léger, Louis Aragon...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
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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