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
Set of Art Glass Bowl and Ashtray by Designer Josef Cvrček, 1960's
Located in Praha, CZ
A beautiful set of art glass bowl and ashtray designed by designer Josef Cvrcek in the 1960's. Made in the glassworks Železnobrodské sklo (ZBS) in the for...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Pair of MCM Owl Motif Double Old Fashion Glasses by Couroc
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of MCM owl motif double old fashion glasses by Couroc, circa 1970s. The glasses are in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measure 3....
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
Green and Amber Sommerso Murano Glass Bowl by F. Poli, Italy, 1960s
By Flavio Poli
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning mid-century bowl or ashtray in Murano "sommerso" green, orange and clear glass. Designed by Flavio Poli and produced in Murano, Italy during the 1960s.
In amazing conditi...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Small Vase by Bodo Mans for Bay Keramik Germany
By Bodo Mans, Bay Keramik
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
A stunning and rare Bay Keramik little vase finished with renowned designer Bodo Mans.
BODO MANS was born in 1935. From 1949 to 1951 he apprenticed as a window dresser and a decorati...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Cenedese Murano Orange White Silver Flecks Italian Art Glass Fish Aquarium Block
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown double fish Italian art glass aquarium sculpture. Documented to the Cenedese Company, and attributed to designer Alfredo Barbini. The fish have wh...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
1970s Teak Barware Bent Plywood Square Serving Tray
By Dansk
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Vintage Square Teak Bent Plywood Serving Barware Tray
13.88 x 13.88 x .5 d
Preowned original vintage condition, refer to listed images.
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Teak
Set of Traditional Belgium Vintage ceramic Vase and its Bowl, circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of Traditional Belgium Vintage ceramic Vase and its bowl.
Made in Belgium circa 1940.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful...
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1940s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Signed Carl Auböck Nutcracker with Leather Handles, 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Signed Carl Auböck Nutcracker with Leather Handles, 1950s
Original condition
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Brass
20th Century Mini White Poodle Dog Sculpture, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Painted ceramic, very good original vintage condition. No damages or cracks. Beautiful and unique decorative sculpture. Mini White Poodle Dog Sculpture wa...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
1950s German Duplex Egg Slicer Vintage
Located in Chula Vista, CA
MCM Food Egg Slicer Vintage Germany
stamped Duplex Westmark
3.38 w x 5.25 D x 1.13 H
Preowned condition vintage
Refer to images
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage West German Bitossi Style Vase by Bodo Mans for Bay Pottery, circa 1970
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Beautiful vintage vase by Bodo Mans and produced by Bay Keramik in the early to mid-1970s. The Aldo Londi for Bitossi style relief pattern, captured in 'Rhimini' blue and aquamarine / turquoise has a quintessentially vintage. 1970s vibe whilst maintaining a modern feel. This vintage midcentury vase...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
French glazed ceramic vessel signed EG 1955
Located in London, GB
A French glazed ceramic vessel signed and dated with initials EG 1955. A gréât example of French 1950’s glazed ceramics.
Category
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Yellow Vintage Decorative Mannequin Glass Head Sculpture, 1970s, Germany
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Life-size glass head in a unique yellow color. Produced in a German steelworks in the 1970s. Perfect condition. A perfect addition to the interior, photo prop, display or headphone s...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
Archimede Seguso Vintage Murano Glass Vase
Located in Roma, IT
The very high quality, the beautiful amber colour, the ‘pulegoso’ workmanship and the unmatched design; these are all characteristics of this beautiful specimen that make us attribut...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
Kastrup Vintage Tall White Cased Glass Vase
Located in New York, NY
A vintage and tall art glass vase made by Jacob Bang for Kastrup. Denmark, circa 1950.
Please note that top of vase has a tiny chip; otherwise in...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Ashtray Murano Glass Violet Transparent Midcentury Modern Italian Design 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
Circular ashtray made of very thick Murano glass, in shades of violet and transparent. I underline the excellent quality and manufacturing of the glass. Made in Italy in the 70s. Ple...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Green and Black 20th Century Ceramic Vase by His Raku Pottery, circa 1980
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
His A.
French handmade ceramic vase by His
Realised circa 1980
Original perfect condition
Green and black ceramic colors.
Signed...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Peter Knudstrup, Mid-Century Studio Pottery Bud Vase, Danish/Canadian, C 1970
Located in Chatham, ON
PETER KNUDSTRUP (Danish/Canadian 1929-2006) - mid-century wheel thrown and glazed studio pottery bud vase with manipulated rim - expertly glazed with a...
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Small Square Cut Crystal Box by Anna Huette, German Mid-Century
Located in Andernach, DE
Elegant glossy small and square mid-century Bohemian style box from clear cut crystal, fantastic hand cut patterns,
made in Germany around 1960 by Anna Hütte and is Hand crafted.
Th...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Crystal
Mid-Century Chrome M60 Ashtray by Tecno Design for Luci, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous and rare large vintage Italian design ashtray designed by Tecno Design for Luci Interior Lighting in Italy during the 1970s. The ashtray is signed on the bottom.
This eye-c...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Francisco Brennand, Ceramic Egg, C. 1970
By Francisco Brennand
Located in PARIS, FR
Francisco Brennand - Recife - Brazil (1927-2019)
Ceramic egg, c. 1970
Egg-shaped painted ceramic with stylized plant motifs.
Punch from the Oficina Bre...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Adri Danish Ceramic Coffee Table, 1960s
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
It is a unique and eye-catching coffee table that features a ceramic top in a combination of green, red, and orange colors.
The base of the table is typically made of wood, and it m...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Chrome
60s Italian Modern Aldo Londi Ashtray & Cigarette Holder by Bitossi Raymor
Located in Miami, FL
Wonderful combo of Ashtray and Cigarette Holder designed by Aldo Londi and produced by Bitossi for the retailer/importer Raymor. The hand painted and decorated portion of the pieces...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Murano Pink Blue Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Victorian Dress Woman Sculpture
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful large, vintage Murano handblown transparent aqua, pink, sky blue, white and gold flecks Italian art glass Victorian woman sculpture. Starting from the top, she has large twisted white top bun hairstyle. Large sky blue double collar with ruffles down the flaunsy pink and gold blouse...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Gold Leaf
Acrylic Mid-Century Modern Ice Bucket in Blue Turquoise and Chrome with Lid
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A fun round Mid-Century Modern ice bucket with a lid and acrylic handle. This bright colorful vintage ice bucket will be great on a bar at your next cocktail party. It is created from plastic and has a bright white exterior. Around the body, is a large horizontal bold turquoise blue stripe, flanked by two strips of chrome. The bucket comes with a round acrylic transparent...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Retro Barware Bright Orange Pitcher by Joseph Magnin Italy, 1960s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Midcentury vintage bright orange pitcher designed in the 1960s by Joseph Magnin.
Vivid Italian pottery glazed orange retro barware pitcher with handle i...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Gazelle Salt and Pepper Shakers, a Pair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pair of vintage Mid-Century Modern gazelle or antelope motif ceramic salt and pepper shakers. This pair is created from ceramic and g...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Vallauris Orange Amber Brown Ceramic Fat Lava Round Ashtray / Bowl, 1950s
By Vallauris
Located in Barcelona, ES
French mid-century Vallauris ashtray / bowl in multicolor glazed ceramic.
Beautiful fat lava glazed ceramic ashtray in orange, amber, white and brown colors. Manufactured by Vallaur...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica
Tea Service, Richard Ginori- San Cristoforo, Milan, 1930s
Located in Milano, IT
Decorated white porcelain tea service. Paintings are attributed to Giò Ponti, director and designer of Richard Ginori at the time. Manufacturing brand under the base. Teas service made of teapot, sugar bowl, milk jug, 12 small plates...
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1930s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Val Saint Lambert 'Twisted Light' Crystal Table Lamp, Belgium 1950s
Located in Verviers, BE
This simple yet graceful table lamp is in size; 39 cm excluding the shade.
The colored core in Classic Val Saint Lambert tint, has been given a thick Sommerso (clear crystal casing) ...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Crystal
ES Keramik Blue and White Lava Vase, 1960s
By ES Keramik
Located in New York, NY
Blue vase by ES Keramik, the variation of blue and white in the matte lava glaze makes for a stunning vase.
Measurements: H 8.5", W 5", D 3.5"
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Bitossi Netter Attri. Ashtray Catchall
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful yellow glazed terracotta ashtray catchall vide-poche, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Great as its intended use (appears to have never been used), decorative object, catch...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Terracotta
1970s French Glazed Pottery Platter with Bull Motif, Vibrant Southern Colors
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Description:
This striking glazed pottery platter, crafted in France in the 1970s, features a bold and expressive black bull at its center, surrounded by vibrant accents of yellow, g...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Pottery
Murano Sommerso Gold Flecks Italian Large Art Glass Fish Figurine
Located in Verviers, BE
Murano Sommerso gold flecks Italian Large art glass fish figurine
Beautiful Murano hand blown Sommerso and gold flecks Italian art glass fish sculpture.
The piece is profusely cover...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
1960s Stunning Cocktail Shaker in Inox. Made in France
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Stunning cocktail shaker in inox. Made in France. This cocktail shaker is in excellent condition.
Dimension:
diam 3,14" x 11,81" H inches
diam cm 8 x cm 30 H
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Stainless Steel
Set of 7 Black Dining Plates with Hand Painted Aquatic Animals, France, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
A set consisting of 7 black porcelain seafood dining plates. hand painted with 7 different aquatic animals.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Small Mid Century Black Artistic Vase, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Black vase in amazing organic shape. Produced in 1960s, Italy.
Glass in perfect condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box.
No jags, defects etc. The outer...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
Bone China Coffee Set From Kaiser Set For Six Person, Set of 33
By Kaiser
Located in Bastogne, BE
A wonderful delicate exclusive service from famous manufacturer Kaiser, Alka Collection, Germany.
Delightful thin-walled bone relief porcelain.
The sophi...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Lalique, "Chinon" Model Champagne Flutes (6 pieces), France 1970s
By Marc Lalique, Lalique
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful Lalique Chinon model champagne flute from the 1970s composed of 6 pieces. Flute shaped with a veil of diamond tips covering the lower half of the flute body and an inverse ...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Crystal
Vintage HR Quimper French Faience Vase
Located in New Orleans, LA
An attractive 1960’s Antique HR Quimper French Faience vase, well glazed and softly painted in a traditional palette, with a figure of a Petit Breton, standing, facing to the right, ...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Faience
Italian Vintage Majolica Jug in the shape of a Strawberry, Italica ARS Style
By Italica Ars
Located in Roma, IT
I offer for sale an extremely decorative and fun element to set your table.
Made in Italy between the 70s and 80s, this Jug is part of a successful series that included numerous tabl...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Copper Carl Auböck Standing Ashtray Vienna 1950
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage brass and copper standing ashtray, which was designed by Carl Auböck and manufactured by Workshop Carl Auböck, Vien...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Brass, Copper
1970s French Sculpted Wood Ashtray – Two-Tone Design in Black & Brown with Rich
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
1970s French Sculpted Wood Ashtray – Two-Tone Design in Black & Brown with Rich Patina
Description:
This elegant French ashtray, crafted in the 1970s, is a refined example of functi...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Wood
Large Murano "Polveri" Bowl Vetreria Archimede Seguso, ca. 1950s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Murano "Polveri" Bowl Vetreria Archimede Seguso ca. 1950s
A large Venetian art glass bowl of the Polveri series introduced by Archimed...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Midcentury Modern Collection of Ten "Ice" Gullaskruf Vases, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This collection of ten vases were made at Gullaskruf in Sweden 1960s and designed by famous Lennart Andersson. Because of their shape they were named Isi, which translates to Ice. Di...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Original orange murano glass ashtray, Italy, 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Large vintage Murano glass ashtray made in Italy in the 1970s.
The bowl is in good vintage condition. There is some minor damage (please see the photo).
Dimensions:
Width: 18.5 cm ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
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
Antique Millefiori Vase in Purple, Green and White, Fratelli Toso Murano 1910
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Millefiori Vase in Purple, Green and White, Fratelli Toso Murano 1910
An antique Millefiori murrine glass vase manufactured by Vetreria Fratelli Toso, Murano around 1910. Ma...
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Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine
Mid-Century Rare Ceramic Oyster Plate Robert Picault Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Oyster Plate signed Robert Picault.
Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) was born in Vincennes, Paris and studied at the School of Applied Arts in Paris. After the war he spent a short...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Signed Cenedese Tall Trio / Set of Turquoise Murano Glass Candlestick Holders
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Signed vintage Mid-Century rare set / collection or ensemble of turquoise / green 'scavo' glass candlestick holders attributed to Antonio da ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Galliano Ferro Amber Murano Glass Bullicante Decorative Bowl, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Spectacular mid-century decorative bowl in amber Murano glass with air bubbles (bullicante). This wonderful piece was produced in Italy in the 1960s and is attributed to Galliano Ferro.
This piece is unique for the elegant mix of peculiar "bullicante" technique to shape Murano glass: the "bullicante" effect is one of the most famous glass working techniques and is seen quite often around the island of Murano. This particular effect is achieved by inserting a piece of molten glass inside a metal mold with spikes, very similar to the texture of a pineapple. These spikes make small holes in the surface creating a pattern all around the piece of glass. After it has been allowed to cool for a few moments, the whole piece is immersed again in the molten glass. This second layer completely covers the first. However, thanks to the thick consistency of the glass, the holes previously impressed on the first layer are not covered, thus causing air to be trapped between the two layers of glass. This process can be repeated several times, creating a pattern as complicated as the master glassmaker wishes. This technique not only gives a sense of depth to the whole object but also an incomparable decorative effect, famous for its originality.
This decorative piece can also be used as an ashtray and spruce up a mid-century style living room.
Measurements (cm):
Diameter - 14
Height - 11
Galliano Ferro formed his own glass factory in 1955 after leaving Arte Vetraria Muranese, or AVeM (A.Ve.M.), which he co-founded in 1932. Designers at Galliano Ferro include his son Giorgio Ferro, Ezio Rizzetto, Fulvio Bianconi and Vinicio Vianello. Giorgio Ferro became head of the company in 1972. British importers Jaffe Rose...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Blown Glass, Uranium Glass, Murano Glass
Snack Holder, Pretzel Salt Stick Holder Vintage, German, 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This lovely piece is typical, 1950s. The basket is for salt sticks or nuts and the golden metal stand is for pretzels.
The handle is made of bamboo. The metal holder is in gold.
Th...
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Ceramic Bowl Vase Signed Berndt Friberg Gray Hare Glaze 1960s
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a gorgeous, ceramic vase, with a gray hare's glaze, made in Sweden, signed on the base by Berndt Friberg, circa the 1960s. In excellent condition. The dimen...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Don Shoemaker Large Serving Tray /Cutting Board Made with Different Woods
Located in Mexico City, MX
This is a Mexican wood tray, cutting board or serving platter made in 1960s in Michoacan, Mexico by Don Shoemaker.
It is in excelllent condition and...
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1960s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Hardwood
Brass Pitcher with Abalone Inlays Attributed to Los Castillo Taxco
By Los Castillo
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer an spectacular fine sample of traditional Mexican abalone inlay work. The pitcher is marked on the underside Hecho en Mexico, circa 1960.
Category
1960s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Brass
1950s Seguso Bubbling Pink Confection Murano Glass Bowl
Located in Miami, FL
Resembling a sea anemone, this blown glass vessel by Seguso is indeed a delight with its salmon pink color and wealth of interior bubbles. Heavy, thick and wonderfully obese and glob...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Midcentury Period Sterling Silver and Glass Hors d'oeuvres/Caviar Platter
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern period, sterling silver and glass hors d'oeuvres/caviar platter, the Watson Company, Attleboro, Mass., circa 1950s. Glass dip/caviar holder...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mid Century Sterling Silver Scotch Decanter Label
Located in Stamford, CT
American mid century sterling silver Scotch label for a carafe or decanter or your favorite bottle of the spirit.
Scotch etched into an ov...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
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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