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POSTMODERN STYLE

Postmodern design was a short-lived movement that manifested itself chiefly in Italy and the United States in the early 1980s. The characteristics of vintage postmodern furniture and other postmodern objects and decor for the home included loud-patterned, usually plastic surfaces; strange proportions, vibrant colors and weird angles; and a vague-at-best relationship between form and function.

ORIGINS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Emerges during the 1960s; popularity explodes during the ’80s
  • A reaction to prevailing conventions of modernism by mainly American architects
  • Architect Robert Venturi critiques modern architecture in his Complexity and Contradiction in Architecture (1966)
  • Theorist Charles Jencks, who championed architecture filled with allusions and cultural references, writes The Language of Post-Modern Architecture (1977)
  • Italian design collective the Memphis Group, also known as Memphis Milano, meets for the first time (1980) 
  • Memphis collective debuts more than 50 objects and furnishings at Salone del Milano (1981)
  • Interest in style declines, minimalism gains steam

CHARACTERISTICS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Dizzying graphic patterns and an emphasis on loud, off-the-wall colors
  • Use of plastic and laminates, glass, metal and marble; lacquered and painted wood 
  • Unconventional proportions and abundant ornamentation
  • Playful nods to Art Deco and Pop art

POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

VINTAGE POSTMODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

Critics derided postmodern design as a grandstanding bid for attention and nothing of consequence. Decades later, the fact that postmodernism still has the power to provoke thoughts, along with other reactions, proves they were not entirely correct.

Postmodern design began as an architectural critique. Starting in the 1960s, a small cadre of mainly American architects began to argue that modernism, once high-minded and even noble in its goals, had become stale, stagnant and blandly corporate. Later, in Milan, a cohort of creators led by Ettore Sottsass and Alessandro Mendini — a onetime mentor to Sottsass and a key figure in the Italian Radical movement — brought the discussion to bear on design.

Sottsass, an industrial designer, philosopher and provocateur, gathered a core group of young designers into a collective in 1980 they called Memphis. Members of the Memphis Group,  which would come to include Martine Bedin, Michael Graves, Marco Zanini, Shiro Kuramata, Michele de Lucchi and Matteo Thun, saw design as a means of communication, and they wanted it to shout. That it did: The first Memphis collection appeared in 1981 in Milan and broke all the modernist taboos, embracing irony, kitsch, wild ornamentation and bad taste.

Memphis works remain icons of postmodernism: the Sottsass Casablanca bookcase, with its leopard-print plastic veneer; de Lucchi’s First chair, which has been described as having the look of an electronics component; Martine Bedin’s Super lamp: a pull-toy puppy on a power-cord leash. Even though it preceded the Memphis Group’s formal launch, Sottsass’s iconic Ultrafragola mirror — in its conspicuously curved plastic shell with radical pops of pink neon — proves striking in any space and embodies many of the collective’s postmodern ideals. 

After the initial Memphis show caused an uproar, the postmodern movement within furniture and interior design quickly took off in America. (Memphis fell out of fashion when the Reagan era gave way to cool 1990’s minimalism.) The architect Robert Venturi had by then already begun a series of plywood chairs for Knoll Inc., with beefy, exaggerated silhouettes of traditional styles such as Queen Anne and Chippendale. In 1982, the new firm Swid Powell enlisted a group of top American architects, including Frank Gehry, Richard Meier, Stanley Tigerman and Venturi to create postmodern tableware in silver, ceramic and glass.

On 1stDibs, the vintage postmodern furniture collection includes chairs, coffee tables, sofas, decorative objects, table lamps and more.

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Style: Post-Modern
Murano Glass Sommerso Decanter, Purple and Fuchsia Pink, 1980s
Murano Glass Sommerso Decanter, Purple and Fuchsia Pink, 1980s

Murano Glass Sommerso Decanter, Purple and Fuchsia Pink, 1980s

By Formia Murano

Located in Glasgow, GB

A substantial Murano glass decanter from the 1980s, attributed to Formia, with a compact bottle form and vivid purple and fuchsia pink sommerso decoration. The rounded body is formed...

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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Murano Glass, Sommerso

Bodum Ottoni Tea Kettle by Carsten Jørgensen, Stainless Steel, 1986
Bodum Ottoni Tea Kettle by Carsten Jørgensen, Stainless Steel, 1986

Bodum Ottoni Tea Kettle by Carsten Jørgensen, Stainless Steel, 1986

By Bodum

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Polished stainless steel tea kettle designed in 1986 by Carsten Jørgensen for Bodum. The cylindrical body features a sharply geometric spout cut at a diagonal angle, small decorative...

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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Vintage Ceramic Rabbit Salt and Pepper Shakers by Takahashi, Japan, Circa 1980s
Vintage Ceramic Rabbit Salt and Pepper Shakers by Takahashi, Japan, Circa 1980s

Vintage Ceramic Rabbit Salt and Pepper Shakers by Takahashi, Japan, Circa 1980s

Located in Fairfield, CA

A pair of vintage ceramic salt and pepper shakers, made in Japan by Takahashi. Finished in glossy white glazes, each is decorated with a rabbit design in front of red honeycomb backg...

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1980s Japanese Vintage Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Spiros ashtray, designed by Eleonore Peduzzi Riva for Artemide in 1969.
Spiros ashtray, designed by Eleonore Peduzzi Riva for Artemide in 1969.

Spiros ashtray, designed by Eleonore Peduzzi Riva for Artemide in 1969.

By Artemide, Eleonore Peduzzi Riva

Located in Stockholm, SE

The square body is formed around a concave spiral along which the contrasting black sphere moves. This simple interactive element transforms the functional ashtray into a remarkably ...

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

Materials

Plastic

Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Set Form 3000 'Sicilia' by Arzberg, 1970
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Set Form 3000 'Sicilia' by Arzberg, 1970

Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Set Form 3000 'Sicilia' by Arzberg, 1970

By Arzberg, Hans Theo Baumann

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning 11-piece porcelain tea/coffee set 'Sicilia' form 3000 ceramic set by Hans Theo Baumann for Arzberg Porzellan, Germany. The set contains a tea/coffee pot with lid, a small ca...

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1970s German Vintage Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Vintage Post-Modern Style Iridescent Blue Coupe Cocktail Glasses, Set of 4
Vintage Post-Modern Style Iridescent Blue Coupe Cocktail Glasses, Set of 4

Vintage Post-Modern Style Iridescent Blue Coupe Cocktail Glasses, Set of 4

Located in Fairfield, CA

A set of 4 vintage coupe glasses. Beautiful iridescent blue color to the glasses. Nice round shape with tapered stems. Perfect for wine, champange, or cocktails. Each measures 3.25"D...

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

Materials

Glass

Barcelona Olympic Games hand-blown glasses by Gordiola, Spain, 1992
Barcelona Olympic Games hand-blown glasses by Gordiola, Spain, 1992

Barcelona Olympic Games hand-blown glasses by Gordiola, Spain, 1992

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Hand-blown whiskey glasses from the Barcelona Olympic Games produced and manufactured by the glass artisans of Gordiola, 1992, set of 8. Made entirely by hand in transparent glass, w...

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1990s Spanish Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

La Création Sculptural Centerpiece in Glazed Stoneware by Thalia Dalecky
La Création Sculptural Centerpiece in Glazed Stoneware by Thalia Dalecky

La Création Sculptural Centerpiece in Glazed Stoneware by Thalia Dalecky

Located in Geneve, CH

La Création Sculptural Centerpiece in Glazed Stoneware by Thalia Dalecky. Dimensions: Ø 41 x H 15 cm. Materials: Cream chamotte stoneware, glossy transparent glaze. Thalia Dalecky ...

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2010s French Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Fitz and Floyd Ceramic Vegetable Measuring Cup and Shakers Set
Fitz and Floyd Ceramic Vegetable Measuring Cup and Shakers Set

Fitz and Floyd Ceramic Vegetable Measuring Cup and Shakers Set

Located in Coral Gables, FL

This charming Fitz and Floyd set belongs to the tradition of figurative ceramic objects created for the decorative kitchen. It includes a measuring cup and several salt and pepper sh...

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

Materials

Ceramic

1980’s Memphis Coffee Set by Marco Zanini for Bitossi Italy
1980’s Memphis Coffee Set by Marco Zanini for Bitossi Italy

1980’s Memphis Coffee Set by Marco Zanini for Bitossi Italy

By Marco Zanini, Bitossi

Located in Waddinxveen, ZH

Beautiful set of a coffee pot, sugar bowl with lid, creamer and two coffee cups and saucers in glossy black and matte blue and glossy white details. The set from the Hollywood colle...

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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Chrome Napkin Rings
Vintage Chrome Napkin Rings

Vintage Chrome Napkin Rings

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

A set of 8 vintage chrome napkin rings.

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1980s Unknown Vintage Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Metal

Vintage Set of 4 Post Modern Pink Lucite Scrolling Ribbon Napkin Rings
Vintage Set of 4 Post Modern Pink Lucite Scrolling Ribbon Napkin Rings

Vintage Set of 4 Post Modern Pink Lucite Scrolling Ribbon Napkin Rings

Located in Amityville, NY

A vintage post modern set of four napkin rings in pink lucite, with a scrolling, looping, wrapping, ribbon or bow shape. Each of the 4 in the set is identical, providing a perfect fe...

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1980s North American Vintage Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Lucite

Recinto tray Alessi Alessandro Mendini Postmodern
Recinto tray Alessi Alessandro Mendini Postmodern

Recinto tray Alessi Alessandro Mendini Postmodern

By Alessandro Mendini, Alessi

Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

"Recinto" table tray designed by Alessandro Mendini for Alessi. Designed in around 2000. Vintage blue color. There are a little trace of use. Over all good condition.

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Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Stainless Steel

Set of 8 Kosta Boda Satellite Martini Glasses by Bertil Vallien, Signed Swedish
Set of 8 Kosta Boda Satellite Martini Glasses by Bertil Vallien, Signed Swedish

Set of 8 Kosta Boda Satellite Martini Glasses by Bertil Vallien, Signed Swedish

By Bertil Vallien, Kosta Boda

Located in San Diego, CA

An exceptional set of eight colorful art glass martini glasses from the Satellite collection, designed by renowned Swedish glass artist Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda. #5739 Featurin...

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

Materials

Art Glass

Teapot with Checkered & Salt Glaze, Vintage Studio Pottery
Teapot with Checkered & Salt Glaze, Vintage Studio Pottery

Teapot with Checkered & Salt Glaze, Vintage Studio Pottery

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage stoneware teapot features whimsical, exaggerated shape, accentuated with colorful glaze. The body and the lid are decorated with quirky red and cream checkered pattern, and t...

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Early 2000s American Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Venini for Disaronno Amber and White Fused Glass Ice Bucket, Murano Italy
Venini for Disaronno Amber and White Fused Glass Ice Bucket, Murano Italy

Venini for Disaronno Amber and White Fused Glass Ice Bucket, Murano Italy

By Venini

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Modernist vintage ice bucket has abstract geometric decor of fused white glass on transparent amber colored glass with controlled bubbles effect. The piece has two small rounded han...

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

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass, Glass

Michael Graves Big Dripper Coffee Pot for Swid Powell, Post-Modern, 1980s
Michael Graves Big Dripper Coffee Pot for Swid Powell, Post-Modern, 1980s

Michael Graves Big Dripper Coffee Pot for Swid Powell, Post-Modern, 1980s

By Michael Graves (b.1934), Swid Powell

Located in Downingtown, PA

Michael Graves Big Dripper Coffee Pot for Swid Powell, Post-Modern, 1980s This complete and pristine example of the Big Dripper, Michael Graves's celebrated Post-Modern coffee pot ...

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1980s American Vintage Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Porcelain Plates 'Chromatics' by Arzberg, 1971
Porcelain Plates 'Chromatics' by Arzberg, 1971

Porcelain Plates 'Chromatics' by Arzberg, 1971

By Arzberg, Gerald Gulotta

Located in Los Angeles, CA

wonderful set of porcelain plates from the 'Chromatic' series, designed by Gerald Gulotta for Arzberg Porzellan, Germany between 1971-73. The plates are part of the 'Goldbraun' sub s...

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1970s German Vintage Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Postmodern Cosmo Martini Cocktail Set of 2
Postmodern Cosmo Martini Cocktail Set of 2

Postmodern Cosmo Martini Cocktail Set of 2

Located in Toronto, ON

Super cool postmodern cocktail Glasses that can be used for martinis, cosmos, and other cocktails. This Memphis style glasses feature a rounded cylindrical base with a wide open tria...

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1990s Unknown Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

1987 Big Dripper Ceramic Coffee Set Michael Graves for Swid Powell
1987 Big Dripper Ceramic Coffee Set Michael Graves for Swid Powell

1987 Big Dripper Ceramic Coffee Set Michael Graves for Swid Powell

By Michael Graves (b.1934), Swid Powell

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1987 Postmodern Big Dripper Coffee Set by Michael Graves for Swid Powell High gloss white glaze large pot, filter holder, and lid with gold decoration and brick red base. Large Coffe...

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1980s Japanese Vintage Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Postmodern Pepper and Salt Shaker from Ide-Bank, Norway, 1980s
Postmodern Pepper and Salt Shaker from Ide-Bank, Norway, 1980s

Postmodern Pepper and Salt Shaker from Ide-Bank, Norway, 1980s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Postmodern Pepper and Salt Shaker from Ide-Bank, Norway, 1980s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials:...

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20th Century Norwegian Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Plastic

Postmodern Gray Ceramic Braided Woven Abstract Centerpiece Bowl
Postmodern Gray Ceramic Braided Woven Abstract Centerpiece Bowl

Postmodern Gray Ceramic Braided Woven Abstract Centerpiece Bowl

Located in New York, NY

Stunning woven braided ceramic centerpiece bowl glazed in a wonderful shade of gray with some blue tones. Great size for a coffee table or entryway. Very unusual abstract shape, plea...

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1980s Unknown Vintage Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Kazuko Matthews Post Modern Ceramic Teapot, California, 1980's
Kazuko Matthews Post Modern Ceramic Teapot, California, 1980's

Kazuko Matthews Post Modern Ceramic Teapot, California, 1980's

By Kazuko Matthews

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Kazuko Matthews Post Modern Ceramic Teapot, California, 1980's. Kazuko Kayasuga Matthews was born Southern California and was raised in Japan. After she returned to the United Stat...

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

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Set of 2 Postmodern Flash One Series Milk and Sugar Pot by Dorothy Hafner, 1980s
Set of 2 Postmodern Flash One Series Milk and Sugar Pot by Dorothy Hafner, 1980s

Set of 2 Postmodern Flash One Series Milk and Sugar Pot by Dorothy Hafner, 1980s

By Dorothy Hafner

Located in Hamburg, DE

Postmodern Flash One Series Milk and Sugar Pot by Dorothy Hafner for Rosenthal, 1980s, Set of 2, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an attribution mark. A...

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

Materials

Porcelain

Haeger Rounded Edge Mauve Pink Postmodern Vide Poche
Haeger Rounded Edge Mauve Pink Postmodern Vide Poche

Haeger Rounded Edge Mauve Pink Postmodern Vide Poche

By Royal Haeger

Located in New York, NY

Postmodern Haeger vide poche catchall. Bold rounded edges make this a standout piece, mauve color is versatile and pairs nicely with many other colors. Perfect for a coffee table, dr...

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1980s American Vintage Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Memphis Milano Potato Ceramic by George J. Sowden
Memphis Milano Potato Ceramic by George J. Sowden

Memphis Milano Potato Ceramic by George J. Sowden

By Memphis Milano, George Sowden

Located in Toronto, ON

Potato, designed by George J. Sowden for Memphis in 1985, is a ceramic tray with two metal handles. Round, with a pale green hue, it has raised borders that make it extremely functio...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Metal

Modern to Postmodern Calla Lily Blue & Clear Lucite Sculpture or Centerpiece
Modern to Postmodern Calla Lily Blue & Clear Lucite Sculpture or Centerpiece

Modern to Postmodern Calla Lily Blue & Clear Lucite Sculpture or Centerpiece

Located in Topeka, KS

Beautiful vintage Modern to Postmodern calla lily sculpture or centerpiece comprised of light blue frosted Lucite blooms and leaves, frosted Lucite base & leaf, and clear Lucite stems. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Late 20th Century. The meaning of a calla lily is purity, faithfulness, and holiness. Well, HOLY MOLY… that explains a lot! Just feast your eyes upon this PURELY GORGEOUS vintage calla lily...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Lucite

Set of 2 Vintage Postmodern German Fantasia Series Teapot and Cup, 1980s
Set of 2 Vintage Postmodern German Fantasia Series Teapot and Cup, 1980s

Set of 2 Vintage Postmodern German Fantasia Series Teapot and Cup, 1980s

By Matteo Thun

Located in Hamburg, DE

Vintage Postmodern German Fantasia Series Teapot and Cup by Matteo Thun for Arzberg, 1980s, Set of 2, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an attribution mar...

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

Materials

Porcelain

Mahogany Tray with Antique Brass Handles
Mahogany Tray with Antique Brass Handles

Mahogany Tray with Antique Brass Handles

By Argosy Designs

Located in Treadwell, NY

Individually stamped and numbered, these one of a kind presentation trays feature patinated brass handles with a satin finish lacquer top coat. Each wooden slab is has its own unique...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass

ELSA PERETTI 1980 Tiffany & Co. Pumpkin Trinket Lidded Box In .925 Sterling
ELSA PERETTI 1980 Tiffany & Co. Pumpkin Trinket Lidded Box In .925 Sterling

ELSA PERETTI 1980 Tiffany & Co. Pumpkin Trinket Lidded Box In .925 Sterling

Pumpkin box designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2021) for Tiffany & Co. Beautiful vintage rounded trinket box with a lid, designed in the shape of a pumpkin by Elsa Peretti at the Ti...

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1980s Vintage Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Lutz Rabold 'City Scape' Tea Set for Arzberg, 1980
Lutz Rabold 'City Scape' Tea Set for Arzberg, 1980

Lutz Rabold 'City Scape' Tea Set for Arzberg, 1980

By Arzberg, Lutz Rabold

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wonderful Memphis-style tea set 'City-Scape' by Lutz Rabold for Arzberg Porcelain, Germany including one tea pot and lid (9.5in x 7.5in x 5.5in), one creamer (3.5in x 4.25in x 3.0in)...

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1980s German Vintage Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Large Noritake Spinnaker Stoneware Serving Platter, Japan, 1971-1976
Large Noritake Spinnaker Stoneware Serving Platter, Japan, 1971-1976

Large Noritake Spinnaker Stoneware Serving Platter, Japan, 1971-1976

Located in Fairfield, CA

A large vintage stoneware serving platter. Made in the "Spinnaker" pattern by Noritake, Japan. Dark blue glaze featuring a postmodern sailboat design in the center. The spinnaker pat...

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

Materials

Stoneware

Vintage French Amethyst Purple Hand-Blown Wine Glasses, Set of 4, circa 1980
Vintage French Amethyst Purple Hand-Blown Wine Glasses, Set of 4, circa 1980

Vintage French Amethyst Purple Hand-Blown Wine Glasses, Set of 4, circa 1980

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

A beautiful set of four vintage French hand-blown stemmed wine or water glasses, circa 1980, in a sophisticated amethyst purple coloration ranging from delicate lavender and dusty rose to deeper plum tones. Each glass features an elegant, softly curved bowl with a gently tapered profile, supported by a long slender stem and circular foot. The simplicity of the silhouette allows the unusual color of the glass to become the principal decorative element. Depending upon the surrounding light, the translucent glass takes on subtle shades of amethyst, plum, mauve and lavender, giving the set a particularly attractive jewel-like quality. The glasses were mouth-blown by hand, and small bubbles and subtle variations may be visible within the glass. These are characteristic of traditional hand-blown production rather than defects and contribute to the individuality of each piece. Elegant without being overly formal, the glasses work beautifully with both antique and contemporary table settings. Their clean lines and saturated color make them particularly suitable for an eclectic European table, modern Mediterranean interior, or a sophisticated barware collection. They may be used as wine glasses, water goblets or decorative stemware, and the rich amethyst coloration makes them especially effective when mixed with clear crystal, colored Venetian-style glass or complementary vintage tableware. This set is vintage old-new stock and has never been used, remaining in mint condition. Sold as a set of four. Multiple sets are available, making it possible to assemble a larger service while availability lasts. Dimensions: 7.5 in. H × 2.75 in. top diameter × 3 in. base diameter. Origin: France Date: circa 1980 Period: Late 20th Century Material: Blown glass Technique: Hand-blown / mouth-blown Color: Amethyst purple, plum and lavender Condition: Mint vintage condition; never used. Small bubbles and minor variations inherent to hand-blown glass production. French amethyst wine glasses, purple wine glasses...

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

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Crystalex Wine Glasses Set of 6 – Bohemian Glass, Czech Republic, 1990s
Vintage Crystalex Wine Glasses Set of 6 – Bohemian Glass, Czech Republic, 1990s

Vintage Crystalex Wine Glasses Set of 6 – Bohemian Glass, Czech Republic, 1990s

By Crystalex

Located in Praha, CZ

Add a bold splash of color and elegance to your collection with this stunning set of 6 vintage wine glasses by Crystalex, crafted in Czechoslovakia in the 1990s. These exquisite glas...

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1990s Czech Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Crystal

Postmodern Bubble Martini Liquor Cocktail Set of 4
Postmodern Bubble Martini Liquor Cocktail Set of 4

Postmodern Bubble Martini Liquor Cocktail Set of 4

Located in Toronto, ON

Super cool postmodern cocktail small glasses. This Memphis style glasses feature a rounded cylindrical base with a wide open triangular top in the similar shape as martini glass tops...

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1990s Unknown Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

Post Modern Memphis Carnival Large Platter by Kato Kogei for Fujimori
Post Modern Memphis Carnival Large Platter by Kato Kogei for Fujimori

Post Modern Memphis Carnival Large Platter by Kato Kogei for Fujimori

By Kenji Fujimori, Kato Kogei

Located in San Diego, CA

Postmodern Memphis colorful "Carnival" platter / serving dish by Kato Kogei for Fujimori, circa the 1980s. Wonderful colorful Memphis style.

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

Materials

Ceramic

Rosenthal Line Phases Porcelain White Ball Ornament by Dror Benshetrit, Germany.
Rosenthal Line Phases Porcelain White Ball Ornament by Dror Benshetrit, Germany.

Rosenthal Line Phases Porcelain White Ball Ornament by Dror Benshetrit, Germany.

By Rosenthal

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Rosenthal Line Phases Porcelain White Ball Ornament by Dror Benshetrit, Germany. To understand the work of Dror Benshetrit, one must grasp the logic and thought processes underlying...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage 1960's Porcelain Coffee Set by Enesco Japan Retro Floral Design
Vintage 1960's Porcelain Coffee Set by Enesco Japan Retro Floral Design

Vintage 1960's Porcelain Coffee Set by Enesco Japan Retro Floral Design

By Enesco

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage ENESCO JAPAN Mid Century Modern porcelain Coffee Set. Beautiful set of 1 coffee or tea pot, 4 cups, sugar and creamer, in porcelain by Enesco Japan, in great condition no ch...

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

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 8 Bodum Postmodern Napkin Rings by Jumi Chan & Nathalie Du Pasquier
Set of 8 Bodum Postmodern Napkin Rings by Jumi Chan & Nathalie Du Pasquier

Set of 8 Bodum Postmodern Napkin Rings by Jumi Chan & Nathalie Du Pasquier

By Nathalie du Pasquier, Ajumi Han, Memphis Milano, Memphis Group, Bodum

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

Striking set of 8 postmodern (two of each patten) napkin rings created for Bodum by Memphis-affiliated designers Nathalie Du Pasquier and Jumi Chan. These sculptural table accessorie...

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

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate, Brass

Large 67 Piece Set of Post Modern Dorothy Hafner Rosenthal Flash Dinnerware
Large 67 Piece Set of Post Modern Dorothy Hafner Rosenthal Flash Dinnerware

Large 67 Piece Set of Post Modern Dorothy Hafner Rosenthal Flash Dinnerware

By Dorothy Hafner, Rosenthal

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Large set of Memphis style Flash series porcelain dinnerware for twelve designed in 1982 by noted American ceramist and glass artist, Dorothy Hafner, and manufactured in Germany by R...

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1980s German Vintage Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Hand-Blown Tortoise Shell Glass Pitcher, Italian Murano, 1980
Vintage Hand-Blown Tortoise Shell Glass Pitcher, Italian Murano, 1980

Vintage Hand-Blown Tortoise Shell Glass Pitcher, Italian Murano, 1980

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage hand-blown glass pitcher in a tortoise shell pattern. Elegant barware hand blown tortoise shell glass pitcher amber with clear glass handle. A distinctive tortoise shell motif brings rich color and dimension to a glass carafe that makes a stunning addition to your bar. A beautiful tall Martini or Lemonade pitcher...

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

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Jean-Luc Bertrand for Bouillet Bourdelle Chargers Metanode and Stainless
Jean-Luc Bertrand for Bouillet Bourdelle Chargers Metanode and Stainless

Jean-Luc Bertrand for Bouillet Bourdelle Chargers Metanode and Stainless

By Bouillet Bourdelle

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

A rare and visually arresting set of French modernist chargers designed by artist Jean-Luc Bertrand for Bouillet-Bourdelle, executed in polished stainless steel with hand-polychromed...

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

Materials

Stainless Steel, Enamel

White Braun Ksm2 Coffee Grinder Reinhold Weiss Post-Modern Design
White Braun Ksm2 Coffee Grinder Reinhold Weiss Post-Modern Design

White Braun Ksm2 Coffee Grinder Reinhold Weiss Post-Modern Design

By Braun, Reinhold Weiss

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a white Braun KSM2 coffee grinder features a clear lid for viewing the grind and a powerful 150-watt motor.Designed by Reinhold Weiss in 1979, this vintage un...

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1970s Spanish Vintage Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Plastic

Hot Bertaa Postmodern Water Kettle by Philippe Starck for ALESSI
Hot Bertaa Postmodern Water Kettle by Philippe Starck for ALESSI

Hot Bertaa Postmodern Water Kettle by Philippe Starck for ALESSI

By Alessi, Philippe Starck

Located in Linkebeek, BE

"Hot Bertaa" Water Kettle by Philippe Starck for ALESSI Philippe Stark - 1990s - Italian - Alessi Measures : 32cmx17cm H:25cm Materials: Brushed Aluminium - Thermo Plastic Wear con...

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

Materials

Aluminum

Porcelain Coffee Cups B 'Chromatics' by Arzberg, 1971
Porcelain Coffee Cups B 'Chromatics' by Arzberg, 1971

Porcelain Coffee Cups B 'Chromatics' by Arzberg, 1971

By Arzberg, Gerald Gulotta

Located in Los Angeles, CA

wonderful tea/coffee cups from the 'Chromatic' series, designed by Gerald Gulotta for Arzberg Porzellan, Germany between 1971-73. The cups are part of the 'Goldbraun' sub series with...

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1970s German Vintage Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 6 Postmodern Flash One Series Coffee Service Plates, Cups, Saucers, 1980s
Set of 6 Postmodern Flash One Series Coffee Service Plates, Cups, Saucers, 1980s

Set of 6 Postmodern Flash One Series Coffee Service Plates, Cups, Saucers, 1980s

By Dorothy Hafner

Located in Hamburg, DE

Postmodern Flash One Series Coffee Service Plates, Cups, Saucers by Dorothy Hafner for Rosenthal, 1980s, Set of 6, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an at...

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

Materials

Porcelain

Michael Graves for Alessi "Bird" Wine Decanter with Mahogany Stand, Italy, 1980s
Michael Graves for Alessi "Bird" Wine Decanter with Mahogany Stand, Italy, 1980s

Michael Graves for Alessi "Bird" Wine Decanter with Mahogany Stand, Italy, 1980s

By Michael Graves (b.1934)

Located in San Diego, CA

Whimsical yet sophisticated, this sculptural wine decanter was designed by celebrated American architect and designer Michael Graves for Alessi, Italy, and exemplifies Graves' signat...

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

Materials

Glass, Wood, Cork

Dream/Reality Bar Cart by Six Dots Design
Dream/Reality Bar Cart by Six Dots Design

Dream/Reality Bar Cart by Six Dots Design

Located in Geneve, CH

Dream/Reality Bar Cart by Six Dots Design Unique Piece. Dimensions: D 54 x W 35 x H 71 cm Materials: Raw aluminum. The Dream/Reality Bar Cart is a playful and practical piece, perfe...

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2010s British Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 5 Hand-Blown Green Bubble Glass Tumblers, Mid-Century Modern
Set of 5 Hand-Blown Green Bubble Glass Tumblers, Mid-Century Modern

Set of 5 Hand-Blown Green Bubble Glass Tumblers, Mid-Century Modern

Located in Toronto, CA

A charming set of five hand-blown green glass tumblers featuring a lively seeded bubble design. Each glass showcases unique variations in bubble placement, a hallmark of artisanal cr...

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

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass

Set of 4 Mugs K. Fujimori for Kato Kogei Japan Alpha 3 Post-Modern Memphis 1980s
Set of 4 Mugs K. Fujimori for Kato Kogei Japan Alpha 3 Post-Modern Memphis 1980s

Set of 4 Mugs K. Fujimori for Kato Kogei Japan Alpha 3 Post-Modern Memphis 1980s

By Fujimori

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Set of 4 mugs in Alpha 3 pattern was designed by Kaneaki Fujimori for Kato Kogei Japan in 1980s. Alpha 3 series consists of mugs, salad/casual plates, and decorative serving platter....

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

Materials

Porcelain, Ceramic

Set of Four Aluminum/Brass Coasters in Brutalist Design by David Marshall
Set of Four Aluminum/Brass Coasters in Brutalist Design by David Marshall

Set of Four Aluminum/Brass Coasters in Brutalist Design by David Marshall

By David Marshall

Located in München, BY

A set of four rare, substantial, and large coasters in a Brutalist style, crafted from aluminum and brass by David Marshall. Made in Spain. Stamped on the brass; the undersides feat...

Category

1980s Spanish Vintage Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Vintage Italian Blue Crystal Glasses, 1970s, Set of 12
Vintage Italian Blue Crystal Glasses, 1970s, Set of 12

Vintage Italian Blue Crystal Glasses, 1970s, Set of 12

Located in Torino, Piemonte

Set of 12 glasses with a square base in light blue crystal and a clear bowl, Italian design, 1970s. CONDITION: In good condition; may show slight signs of wear due to age. DIMENSIO...

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

Materials

Crystal

Transparent Heavy Crystal Trinket Bowl - Ashtray with Shells by Jolanda Prinsen
Transparent Heavy Crystal Trinket Bowl - Ashtray with Shells by Jolanda Prinsen

Transparent Heavy Crystal Trinket Bowl - Ashtray with Shells by Jolanda Prinsen

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Made in Italy, 1970s. It is made in quite heavy 4-layered iridescent cornflower blue and white hand-blown glass. This trinket bowl / ashtray looks like a fossil. It is polished insi...

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

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Dorothy Thorpe Style Barware, Highball Glasses And Ice Bucket In Caddy
Vintage Dorothy Thorpe Style Barware, Highball Glasses And Ice Bucket In Caddy

Vintage Dorothy Thorpe Style Barware, Highball Glasses And Ice Bucket In Caddy

By Dorothy Thorpe

Located in San Carlos, CA

For Sale: Elegant Highball Glass Set with Ice Bucket & Chrome Caddy Elevate your entertaining game with this stunning set of 8 highball glasses paired with a sleek glass ice bucket,...

Category

1980s Vintage Post-Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Chrome

Post-modern serveware, ceramics, silver and glass for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Post-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, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Post-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 Peter Shire, Michael Graves (b.1934), Rosenthal, and Matteo Thun. 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 $40 and tops out at $24,410 while the average work can sell for $776.