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Superb Norway SterlingSilver 925 gilt dragon enamel viking boat salt cellar Aase
Superb Norway SterlingSilver 925 gilt dragon enamel viking boat salt cellar Aase

Superb Norway SterlingSilver 925 gilt dragon enamel viking boat salt cellar Aase

By Magnus Aase

Located in Wien, AT

A stunning salt cellar, made by famous Norwegian artist Magnus Aase in 925 Sterling silver (hallmarked). The makers mark being Magnus Aase, Norway, from the 1940s. The salt cellar ...

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1940s Norwegian Gothic Vintage Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Audubon by Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 10 Service 74 pieces
Audubon by Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 10 Service 74 pieces

Audubon by Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 10 Service 74 pieces

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Big Bend, WI

Audubon by Tiffany & Co. is one of Tiffany’s most distinctive and celebrated sterling silver patterns, originally introduced in 1871 as the Japanese pattern and later reintroduced as...

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20th Century American Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Blossom Sterling Silverware Set for 12, 1919
Georg Jensen Blossom Sterling Silverware Set for 12, 1919

Georg Jensen Blossom Sterling Silverware Set for 12, 1919

By Georg Jensen

Located in Hellerup, DK

A Georg Jensen Sterling Silverware Set for 12 in the Blossom/Magnolia pattern, design #84 by Georg Jensen from 1919. The blossom or Magnolia pattern as it is also referred to is the pattern which requires the most fabrication time. The hand crafted process to make a single piece is said to take up the 13 working hours. Each floral bulb, hand cut out, hand chased and folded together, then attached to a hand forged shaft. Each bowl or fork are hand chased and have a slight hammered look. With service for 12, including dinner forks, salad forks, dinner knives, luncheon knives, and coffee spoons, this collection ensures that every dining occasion is adorned with unparalleled elegance. *Additionally, each complete set of silverware comes with complimentary new anti-tarnish felt storage bags Additional information: Material: Sterling Silver Style: Designer: Georg Jensen "Dimensions: 12 dinner knives 9″ (23 cm) 12 dinner forks 7 5/8″ (19,2cm) 12 luncheon/salad forks 6 5/8″ (16.7 cm) 12 luncheon knives 7 7/8″ (19,8 cm) 12 butter spreaders 6 1/8″ (15.5cm) 12 coffee spoons 4 1/8″ (10.6cm)" weight: 4683 grams (165 oz.) Hallmarks: All pieces fully stamp Georg Jensen 84...

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20th Century Danish Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Iris & New Art by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Nouveau 167 Pieces
Iris & New Art by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Nouveau 167 Pieces

Iris & New Art by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Nouveau 167 Pieces

By Durgin Silver Company

Located in Big Bend, WI

"New Art" - the name is a literal translation of the French "Art Nouveau" was introduced as a not-full-line pattern with four motifs: Iris, Easter Lily, Narcissus, & Orange Blossom. In 1900, one year after New Art was introduced, Durgin introduced the single motif...

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Mid-20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of Three Vintage Enameled Butter Warmers, Colorful Steel, 1970
Set of Three Vintage Enameled Butter Warmers, Colorful Steel, 1970

Set of Three Vintage Enameled Butter Warmers, Colorful Steel, 1970

Located in Coral Gables, FL

A delightful set of three vintage enameled butter warmers in vibrant red, blue, and green, each retaining its original long black handle. Produced in Hong Kong during the golden age ...

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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Metal

Elegant Baroque Crystal Glasses Set of Six - Timeless French Design
Elegant Baroque Crystal Glasses Set of Six - Timeless French Design

Elegant Baroque Crystal Glasses Set of Six - Timeless French Design

Located in Brescia, IT

The dimensions of this elegant model glass are bigger than usual and for this reason it becomes an eye catching on your table. The baroque shape is a timeless style for every occasio...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Baroque Tableware

Materials

Crystal

Onedia Mid-Century South Seas Silverplate Flatware Set for Community
Onedia Mid-Century South Seas Silverplate Flatware Set for Community

Onedia Mid-Century South Seas Silverplate Flatware Set for Community

By Community

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A 58 piece set of silverplated sculptural south seas pattern styled flatware with 8 serving pieces, with five pieces for each place setting salad, dinner fork, tea, soup spoon and knife. There are eight severing pieces butter, cake knife, slotted, large severing and condiment spoon...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of 12 Noritake Morimura Gilt Dinner or Service Plates, Ex-Seidenberg
Set of 12 Noritake Morimura Gilt Dinner or Service Plates, Ex-Seidenberg

Set of 12 Noritake Morimura Gilt Dinner or Service Plates, Ex-Seidenberg

By Noritake

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine set of 12 Noritake porcelain dinner plates. With transfer painted polychrome flowers to the center & rim, green Rococo style decoration, and raised gold highlights. (Labeled to the reverse with an old Seidenberg sticker pricing the set at $2250.) Simply a wonderful set of dinner service plates! Date: Mid-20th Century Overall Condition: They are in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. Condition Details: There is some noticeable rubbing to the inner gold ring in the centers of most plates. There is some minor rubbing and losses to gilding high points in the raised gold decoration and one small noticeable (a little bit deeper) half-inch scratch to one plate. Otherwise, there are some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Maker: Noritake Morimura Brothers...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Hand Embroidered Watercolor Bloom Napkins 18" x 18" (Set of 4)
Hand Embroidered Watercolor Bloom Napkins 18" x 18" (Set of 4)

Hand Embroidered Watercolor Bloom Napkins 18" x 18" (Set of 4)

Located in Conshohocken, PA

Elevate your dining experience with these exquisite 100% linen napkins, featuring delicate hand embroidery in soothing shades of blue and yellow florals. Set against a crisp white ba...

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2010s Baroque Tableware

Materials

Linen

Chrysanthemum by Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Candelabra Pair of 3-Light
Chrysanthemum by Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Candelabra Pair of 3-Light

Chrysanthemum by Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Candelabra Pair of 3-Light

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Big Bend, WI

Tiffany's luxurious Chrysanthemum silver was designed in 1880. With its flowing curves, swirling vegetation, meandering tendrils and exotic blossoming plants, Chrysanthemum is charac...

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20th Century American Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Carl Aubock for Amboss 35 Piece Flatware Set Mid Century Modern
Carl Aubock for Amboss 35 Piece Flatware Set Mid Century Modern

Carl Aubock for Amboss 35 Piece Flatware Set Mid Century Modern

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Atlanta, GA

Modernist stainless steel flatware set, designed by Carl Aubock for Amboss, Austria, circa 1960s. This is a 5 piece set for 7 guests, 35 pieces total. The largest piece measures 8.25...

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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Penthievre by Odiot France 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 61 Pc Dinner
Penthievre by Odiot France 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 61 Pc Dinner

Penthievre by Odiot France 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 61 Pc Dinner

By Odiot

Located in Big Bend, WI

Founded in 1690, the House of Odiot gained prominence through prestigious commissions from Emperor Napoleon and his family, which in turn led to orders from all the courts of Europe. Every piece of Odiot silver is entirely hand made to order in France. Odiot collections can be found in many of the most prestigious museums in the world. Outstanding Penthievre by Odiot France 950 sterling...

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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Trinket Tray by Six Dots Design, Oiled Aluminum, Post-Modern Style, UK
Trinket Tray by Six Dots Design, Oiled Aluminum, Post-Modern Style, UK

Trinket Tray by Six Dots Design, Oiled Aluminum, Post-Modern Style, UK

Located in Geneve, CH

Trinket Tray by Six Dots Design Unique Piece. Dimensions: D 21 x W 13.5 x H 21 cm Materials: Sanded and oiled aluminum. Six Dots designs and makes bespoke furniture in North London....

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2010s British Post-Modern Tableware

Materials

Aluminum

Anacapri by Buccellati Italy Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 67 pcs
Anacapri by Buccellati Italy Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 67 pcs

Anacapri by Buccellati Italy Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 67 pcs

By Mario Buccellati

Located in Big Bend, WI

Fabulous Anacapri by Buccellati Italy sterling silver flatware set, 67 pieces. This set includes: 12 Dinner Knives, long handle, 8 5/8" 12 Dinner Forks, 7 5/8" 12 Salad Forks, 4-tin...

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20th Century Italian Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

27pc Antique Victorian Silverplate Celluloid Fork Knife Fish Serving Set w Box
27pc Antique Victorian Silverplate Celluloid Fork Knife Fish Serving Set w Box

27pc Antique Victorian Silverplate Celluloid Fork Knife Fish Serving Set w Box

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Victorian/Edwardian fish cutlery serving set featuring silverplate construction with celluloid / bakelite handles and sterling silver collars. Includes oak box with shield /...

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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Tableware

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Lapis Lazuli Handle Sugar container Silver Plated Natalia Criado
Contemporary Lapis Lazuli Handle Sugar container Silver Plated Natalia Criado

Contemporary Lapis Lazuli Handle Sugar container Silver Plated Natalia Criado

By Natalia Criado

Located in Milan, IT

Elevate your dining experience with the sugar perlina, a plated brass container expertly crafted in Italy using sheet turning techniques. The curved handles and top are adorned with...

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2010s Italian Tableware

Materials

Quartz, Silver Plate

Antique Pair Victorian 3Light Candelabra Garrard & Co C1880
Antique Pair Victorian 3Light Candelabra Garrard & Co C1880

Antique Pair Victorian 3Light Candelabra Garrard & Co C1880

Located in London, GB

This is an elegant pair of antique Victorian silver-plated table candelabra, circa 1880 in date, and bearing the makers mark of the renowned silversmiths Garrard & Co Ltd. These...

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1880s English Victorian Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

Group Vintage Copper Sauce And Saute Pans
Group Vintage Copper Sauce And Saute Pans

Group Vintage Copper Sauce And Saute Pans

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Two unmarked saute pans with lids (worn inside) Diam. 8", H. 2 1/4" without the lids, and a French sauce pan (worn inside) Diam. 7", H. 4" (no lid) stamped Bazar Francais...

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20th Century French French Provincial Tableware

Materials

Brass, Copper, Tin

Modern Vintage Teapot Set By André Fu Living
Modern Vintage Teapot Set By André Fu Living

Modern Vintage Teapot Set By André Fu Living

By André Fu

Located in Admiralty, HK

a refined collection of limoges porcelain that is inspired by the mid century architecture in the 60s. each piece is highlighted with a decal pattern garnished in two shades of miner...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Gold

Set of Four Vintage Olfaire Majolica Pineapple Plates, Portugal
Set of Four Vintage Olfaire Majolica Pineapple Plates, Portugal

Set of Four Vintage Olfaire Majolica Pineapple Plates, Portugal

Located in Coral Gables, FL

A charming set of four vintage majolica pineapple plates by Olfaire, Portugal, each beautifully molded in the form of a ripe pineapple with richly textured surfaces and hand-painted ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Rustic Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Sterling Silver Pair Lowe Toast Rack Crystal Salt Cellars 1910 7.9 ozs
Antique Sterling Silver Pair Lowe Toast Rack Crystal Salt Cellars 1910 7.9 ozs

Antique Sterling Silver Pair Lowe Toast Rack Crystal Salt Cellars 1910 7.9 ozs

Located in Dublin, Ireland

An Exquisite Georgian Style Pair of Sterling Silver Four Section Toast Racks of traditional form retailed by Lowe & Sons Retailers, located at Bridge Street Chester, England sin...

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Late 19th Century British Adam Style Antique Tableware

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Colonial by Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 179 Pcs Fitted Chest
Colonial by Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 179 Pcs Fitted Chest

Colonial by Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 179 Pcs Fitted Chest

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Big Bend, WI

The pattern Colonial was introduced in 1895 but did not get patent until 1896. This contradicts the mark, as the dies were made with the anticipated patent date, and when it happened later than expected the expense to change it was too high. The pattern was discontinued in 1913. It was designed by Paulding Franham and was plain in comparison to his later designs. The handle is bordered by four bands which form a scroll with leaf, but the back is not an identical pattern, but similar. George Paulding Farnham (1859-1927) was born in New York City. His aunt married Charles T Cook, who assumed presidency of Tiffany after the death of Charles L Tiffany in 1902. Farnham attended Tiffany school and was trained by Edward C Moore and Charles Gosjean. He stayed with Tiffany and eventually became a board member in 1888 and in 1893 was appointed chief designer and head of jewelry later also assuming the role of artistic director of the silver department as well. His flatware designs were similar to jewelry designs, very ornate, elaborate, and in "beaux arts" tradition. He created six full sterling lines for Tiffany during his time, before leaving Tiffany in 1908. Outstanding COLONIAL BY TIFFANY & CO. sterling silver Flatware set in large vintage Tiffany fitted chest...

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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Royal Bayreuth Bavaria Strawberry Porcelain Creamer, Early 20th Century
Royal Bayreuth Bavaria Strawberry Porcelain Creamer, Early 20th Century

Royal Bayreuth Bavaria Strawberry Porcelain Creamer, Early 20th Century

Located in Coral Gables, FL

A charming antique Royal Bayreuth Bavaria porcelain creamer modeled in the form of a ripe strawberry, produced in Germany during the early twentieth century. The piece reflects the w...

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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

MONDRIAN - Round Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Spritz Orange & Luna White
MONDRIAN - Round Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Spritz Orange & Luna White

MONDRIAN - Round Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Spritz Orange & Luna White

By Foglizzo 1921

Located in Torino, IT

Mondrian-inspired coasters are quintessential art and design for your table. Made from high-quality leather, they exhibit the geometric precision and chromatic boldness distinctive ...

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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Hide, Leather

1921 René Lalique Dishes Plate & Bowl Ondines Opalescent Glass Mermaids
1921 René Lalique Dishes Plate & Bowl Ondines Opalescent Glass Mermaids

1921 René Lalique Dishes Plate & Bowl Ondines Opalescent Glass Mermaids

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Plate and Bowl "Ondines" made in opalescent glass by René Lalique in 1921. Molded signature on both pieces. Perfect condition. Great opalescence. (Two very thin molding lines on bot...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Tableware

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Richard Ginori Pittoria Fiesole Set of 4 Placemats in Box, Hand-made
Vintage Richard Ginori Pittoria Fiesole Set of 4 Placemats in Box, Hand-made

Vintage Richard Ginori Pittoria Fiesole Set of 4 Placemats in Box, Hand-made

By Richard Ginori

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage set of 4 lacquered placemats is decorated in Pittoria Fiesole pattern with rectangular romantic landscape of countryside in Tuscany; a castle, smaller buildings, and trees an...

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Late 20th Century English Baroque Revival Tableware

Materials

Gold

René Lalique, France. "Honfleur" Art glass plate. 1960s/70s
René Lalique, France. "Honfleur" Art glass plate. 1960s/70s

René Lalique, France. "Honfleur" Art glass plate. 1960s/70s

Located in København, Copenhagen

René Lalique (1860-1945), France. "Honfleur" Art glass plate. Model: Honfleur 1960/70s. Signed Lalique France. Perfect condition. Dimensions: D 21.0 cm x H 2.0 cm.

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1960s French Vintage Tableware

Materials

Art Glass

Emilia Castillo Alabaster and Sterling Silver Bowl
Emilia Castillo Alabaster and Sterling Silver Bowl

Emilia Castillo Alabaster and Sterling Silver Bowl

By Emilia Castillo

Located in Darnestown, MD

This elegant alabaster bowl with sterling silver ornamentation was made by Emilia Castillo. The bowl measures 14 inches in diameter and features five leaves, that I believe are philo...

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Late 20th Century Central American Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Alabaster, Sterling Silver

Old Italian 800 Silver Flatware Dinner Set for 12 Service 101 Pieces, Italy
Old Italian 800 Silver Flatware Dinner Set for 12 Service 101 Pieces, Italy

Old Italian 800 Silver Flatware Dinner Set for 12 Service 101 Pieces, Italy

Located in Big Bend, WI

This superb 101 piece dinner size 800 silver old Italian (Italy) set is highest Italian quality, large and heavy and includes: 12 dinner size knives, 10". 24 dinner forks, 8 1/4". 1...

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20th Century Italian Tableware

Materials

Silver

Worthington Gold by Kirk Stieff Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Dinner
Worthington Gold by Kirk Stieff Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Dinner

Worthington Gold by Kirk Stieff Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Dinner

By Kirk-Stieff

Located in Big Bend, WI

Rare Dinner Size Worthington Gold Accent by Kirk-Stieff Sterling Silver Flatware set - 35 pieces. This set includes: 8 Dinner Size Knives, 9 3/4" 8 Dinner Size Forks, 7 3/4" 8 Salad...

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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of 5 Rosewood & Brass Ice Iced Tea Drink Spoons Flatware
Set of 5 Rosewood & Brass Ice Iced Tea Drink Spoons Flatware

Set of 5 Rosewood & Brass Ice Iced Tea Drink Spoons Flatware

Located in Clifton Forge, VA

This is a beautiful set of nicely shaped iced tea spoons made of brass with rosewood handles. They would be a great addition to any holiday table or lovely for an afternoon refreshme...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Brass

Old English Tipt by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 80 pieces
Old English Tipt by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 80 pieces

Old English Tipt by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 80 pieces

By Gorham

Located in Big Bend, WI

The Old English Tipt pattern was introduced by Gorham in the year 1870. It is a plain pattern with a straight tip, creating a simple, timeless, rectangular fiddle shaped design. Gor...

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Late 20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Claudio La Viola for Ginori Art Deco Coffee Service c1990s
Claudio La Viola for Ginori Art Deco Coffee Service c1990s

Claudio La Viola for Ginori Art Deco Coffee Service c1990s

By Richard Ginori

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1990s, by Claudio La Viola for Ginori, Italy. A sublime blend of classic, modern and Art Deco this coffee set from the renowned Italian porcelain firm Ginori, is perfect for any décor. Excellent condition. Hallmarks: Richard Ginori Manifattura Di Doccia Florence Italy and signature CLV for Claudio La Viola This set consists of: 1 coffee pot 1 creamer 1 sugar bowl 12 cups 12 saucers or cookie plates...

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1990s Italian Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Rose Motif by Stieff Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 6 Set 30 Pieces
Rose Motif by Stieff Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 6 Set 30 Pieces

Rose Motif by Stieff Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 6 Set 30 Pieces

By The Stieff Co. 1

Located in Big Bend, WI

Lovely rose motif by Stieff sterling silver flatware set, 30 pieces. This set includes: 6 knives, 9" 6 forks, 7 1/4" 6 salad forks, 6 1/2" 6 teaspoons, 6" 6 cream soup spoons, 6 3/8" Includes bonus brand new towle wood caddy...

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1950s Vintage Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Bittersweet Sterling Silver Bottle Opener 271
Georg Jensen Bittersweet Sterling Silver Bottle Opener 271

Georg Jensen Bittersweet Sterling Silver Bottle Opener 271

By Gundorph Albertus

Located in Hellerup, DK

Georg Jensen sterling silver and stainless short handled bottle opener, item 271 in the Bittersweet pattern, flatware design #79 by Gundorph Albertus from 1940. Bittersweet is the si...

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20th Century Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

British airways Metallia ice bucket
British airways Metallia ice bucket

British airways Metallia ice bucket

Located in Lugo, IT

Ice bucket made by Metallia for British Airways. Available two tall ice buckets Good condition Thanks

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1960s English Art Deco Vintage Tableware

Materials

Metal, Sheffield Plate

Vintage Silver-Plated Swan Napkin Holder Rings Set of Six in Original Box & Vase
Vintage Silver-Plated Swan Napkin Holder Rings Set of Six in Original Box & Vase

Vintage Silver-Plated Swan Napkin Holder Rings Set of Six in Original Box & Vase

Located in Wembley, GB

Vintage Silver-Plated Swan Napkin Rings Set of Six in Original Box Elevate your dining table with this elegant vintage set of six silver-plated napkin rings accompanied by charming ...

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Early 1900s British Art Deco Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver Leaf, Sterling Silver, Silver Plate, Silver

6 Midcentury Pastel Daisy Porcelain Coffee Cups, Lilien, Austria, 1950s
6 Midcentury Pastel Daisy Porcelain Coffee Cups, Lilien, Austria, 1950s

6 Midcentury Pastel Daisy Porcelain Coffee Cups, Lilien, Austria, 1950s

Located in Vienna, AT

A set of six charming conical coffee cups and saucers from the „Daisy“-series, made of thin, fine china in six different lovely pastel colors, yellow, light blue, light green, bluegray, pink/rosé and lilac. Made in the 1950s by Lilien Porzellan...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Jugendstil Brass Napkin Holder vienna around 1910
Jugendstil Brass Napkin Holder vienna around 1910

Jugendstil Brass Napkin Holder vienna around 1910

Located in Wien, Au

Jugendstil Brass Napkin Holder vienna around 1910 Brass polished and stove enameled

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1910s Austrian Jugendstil Vintage Tableware

Materials

Brass

Rochard Limoges Fruit Dessert Service & Porcelain Cake Stand Set
Rochard Limoges Fruit Dessert Service & Porcelain Cake Stand Set

Rochard Limoges Fruit Dessert Service & Porcelain Cake Stand Set

Located in Coral Gables, FL

A decorative Rochard Limoges porcelain dessert service in the Still Life fruit pattern, composed of one 12-inch pedestal cake stand and five coordinating 7 1/2-inch dessert or appeti...

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21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Zaha Hadid Design - Duo Salt and Pepper Grinder, Set of 2 - BLACK/GREY
Zaha Hadid Design - Duo Salt and Pepper Grinder, Set of 2 - BLACK/GREY

Zaha Hadid Design - Duo Salt and Pepper Grinder, Set of 2 - BLACK/GREY

By Zaha Hadid

Located in LONDON, GB

Duo salt and pepper grinder creates a playful, sculptural addition to any dining setting. The ceramic mechanism is enclosed within its tactile casing, combining style and functionali...

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2010s Chinese Tableware

Materials

Plastic

Antique S Kind & Sons Edwardian Mahogany Fitted Silverware Flatware Case Chest
Antique S Kind & Sons Edwardian Mahogany Fitted Silverware Flatware Case Chest

Antique S Kind & Sons Edwardian Mahogany Fitted Silverware Flatware Case Chest

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique S. Kind & Sons English Edwardian Mahogany Large Fitted Silverware Flatware Case Chest with Brass Handles and Plaque that reads "Henrietta Pfaelzer Stern Feb. 12, 1906". Circa...

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Early 20th Century Edwardian Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique and Vintage Tableware

While it isn’t always top of mind for some, antique and vintage tableware can enhance even the most informal meal. It has been an intimate part of how we’ve interacted with our food for millennia.

Tableware has played a basic but important role in everyday life. Ancient Egyptians used spoons (which are classified as flatware) made of ivory and wood, while Greeks and Romans, who gathered for banquets involving big meals and entertainment, ate with forks and knives. At the beginning of the 17th century, however, forks were still uncommon in American homes. Over time, tableware has thankfully evolved and today includes increasingly valuable implements.

Tableware refers to the tools people use to set the table, including serving pieces, dinner plates and more. It encompasses everything from the intricate and elaborate to the austere and functional, yet are all what industrial product designer Jasper Morrison might call “Super Normal” — anonymous objects that are too useful to be considered banal.

There are four general categories of tableware — serveware, dinnerware, drinkware and, lastly, flatware, which is commonly referred to as silverware or cutlery. Serveware includes serving bowls, platters, gravy boats, casserole pans and ladles. Most tableware is practical, but it can also be decorative. And decorative objects count as tableware too. Even though they don’t fit squarely into one of the four categories, vases, statues and floral arrangements are traditional centerpieces.

Drinkware appropriately refers to the vessels we use for our beverages — mugs, cups and glasses. There is a good deal of variety that falls under this broad term. For example, your cheerful home bar or mid-century modern bar cart might be outfitted with a full range of vintage barware, which might include pilsner glasses and tumblers. Specialty cocktails are often served in these custom glasses, but they’re still a type of drinkware.

Every meal should be special — even if you’re using earthenware or stoneware for a casual lunch — but perhaps you’re hosting a dinner party to mark a specific event. The right high-quality tableware can bring a touch of luxury to your cuisine. Young couples, for example, traditionally add “fine china,” or porcelain, to their wedding registry as a commemoration of their union and likely wouldn’t turn down exquisite silver made by Tiffany & Co. or Georg Jensen.

It’s important to remember, however, that when you’re setting the dining room table to have fun with it. Just as you might mix and match your dining chairs, don’t be afraid to mix new and old or high and low with your tableware. On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage and antique tableware to help elevate your meal as well as the mood and atmosphere of your entire dining room.