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Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Flatware, Extensive 91 Piece Set
Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Flatware, Extensive 91 Piece Set

Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Flatware, Extensive 91 Piece Set

By Rosenthal, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Atlanta, GA

Modernist stainless steel flatware set, designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, Austria, circa 1963. This is a large set containing 91 pieces total. They are constructed of dishwas...

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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Silver Godinger French Country Asparagus Salt Grinder and Pepper Shakers
Silver Godinger French Country Asparagus Salt Grinder and Pepper Shakers

Silver Godinger French Country Asparagus Salt Grinder and Pepper Shakers

By Godinger

Located in Elkhart, IN

A wonderfully sculptural Godinger salt grinder and pepper mill fashioned as tied bundles of asparagus. Cast in silver plate, each piece is richly modeled with clustered tips, ribbed stalks, scattered leaf details, and a delicate bow around the center. The pair brings a playful note of trompe-l’oeil to the table while remaining polished enough for formal entertaining. They would be especially charming on a French country dining table, a well-appointed breakfast room, or a layered English country sideboard...

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Late 20th Century Chinese French Provincial Tableware

Materials

Silver

French First Empire Silver Coffee Pot, 1810
French First Empire Silver Coffee Pot, 1810

French First Empire Silver Coffee Pot, 1810

Located in Torino, IT

A very good quality French Empire Egyptian taste 950/°°° silver coffee pot, Paris 1819. Oviform body supported on three claw feet ornamented wit...

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19th Century French Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

Federal Glass Madrid Yellow Depression Glass Beverage Set, circa 1935
Federal Glass Madrid Yellow Depression Glass Beverage Set, circa 1935

Federal Glass Madrid Yellow Depression Glass Beverage Set, circa 1935

Located in Coral Gables, FL

A charming American Depression Glass beverage set by Federal Glass in the iconic Madrid pattern, produced between 1933 and 1937. This set includes one matching pitcher and four tumblers, all rendered in the desirable yellow colorway and decorated with the pattern’s distinctive radiating Art Deco motif. The combination of the sculptural pitcher and matching glasses creates a complete serving set that is both highly decorative and wonderfully functional. Manufactured by the Federal Glass Company...

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Early 20th Century American Tableware

Materials

Glass

Majolica Asparagus Plates Wicker Style Set of 4 Manufactured by Orchies France
Majolica Asparagus Plates Wicker Style Set of 4 Manufactured by Orchies France

Majolica Asparagus Plates Wicker Style Set of 4 Manufactured by Orchies France

By Orchies

Located in Paris, FR

This 19th-century Majolica asparagus hand-painted plate was made in France. Asparagus plate in barbotine - slip decorated with colored asparagus in the middle part, wicker style text...

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19th Century French Antique Tableware

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Majolica

Ceramic Black and White Dog Salt and Pepper Shakers, a Pair
Ceramic Black and White Dog Salt and Pepper Shakers, a Pair

Ceramic Black and White Dog Salt and Pepper Shakers, a Pair

By Staffordshire

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Get your table company ready with this pair of ceramic dog salt and pepper shakers. Each shaker depicts a black and white shaggy puppy laying down, with his pink tongue out. Each has...

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20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Tableware

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Set of six double salt cellars with their silver spoons, Paris around 1900
Set of six double salt cellars with their silver spoons, Paris around 1900

Set of six double salt cellars with their silver spoons, Paris around 1900

Located in Paris, FR

A very beautiful set of six individual double salt cellars in cut crystal and silver-plated metal, accompanied by their silver salt spoon. Pieces crafted between 1887 and 1908 by the...

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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Tableware

Materials

Crystal, Silver, Silver Plate

Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal, Romanze Blue Flower Coffee Service, 1960s
Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal, Romanze Blue Flower Coffee Service, 1960s

Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal, Romanze Blue Flower Coffee Service, 1960s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal. Romanze Blue Flower coffee service. 1960s. Consisting of coffee pot, sugar bowl and creamer. The coffee pot measures: 23.5 x 19 cm. The sugar bowl me...

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1960s German Vintage Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

C.1940s Modernist Chrome Plated Mirrored Tray
C.1940s Modernist Chrome Plated Mirrored Tray

C.1940s Modernist Chrome Plated Mirrored Tray

Located in London, GB

A C.1940s modernist chrome plated brass mirrored tray. Simple angular design.

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1940s French Vintage Tableware

Materials

Chrome

Rigato by Buccellati Italy Sterling Silver Flatware Set 24 Service 272 pc Dinner
Rigato by Buccellati Italy Sterling Silver Flatware Set 24 Service 272 pc Dinner

Rigato by Buccellati Italy Sterling Silver Flatware Set 24 Service 272 pc Dinner

By Mario Buccellati

Located in Big Bend, WI

The Rigato pattern by Buccellati is celebrated for its distinctive hand-finished design, featuring elegant vertical design that creates a rich, textured appearance reminiscent of fin...

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1940s Italian Vintage Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Marly by Christofle France Silverplate Flatware Service 12 Set 87 pcs Dinner
Marly by Christofle France Silverplate Flatware Service 12 Set 87 pcs Dinner

Marly by Christofle France Silverplate Flatware Service 12 Set 87 pcs Dinner

By Christofle

Located in Big Bend, WI

Created in 1897, this pattern owes its name to the Marly Chateau built near Paris by Louis XIV. Marly is one of the most elaborately decorated patterns of the collection; the fine ch...

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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Big Vases Wmf, German, 1910 in Silver Plated, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau
Pair of Big Vases Wmf, German, 1910 in Silver Plated, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau

Pair of Big Vases Wmf, German, 1910 in Silver Plated, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...

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1910s German Art Nouveau Vintage Tableware

Materials

Metal

Arts & Crafts Wrought Iron Dinner Gong with Brass Plate, Wheatsheaf Design
Arts & Crafts Wrought Iron Dinner Gong with Brass Plate, Wheatsheaf Design

Arts & Crafts Wrought Iron Dinner Gong with Brass Plate, Wheatsheaf Design

Located in London, GB

An Arts and Crafts wrought iron dinner gong, the circular brass centre plate finely tooled with a wheatsheaf motif, set within a scrolling geometric frame.

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20th Century Arts and Crafts Tableware

Materials

Brass, Iron

Rina Menardi Handmade Ceramic White Lagoon Trays
Rina Menardi Handmade Ceramic White Lagoon Trays

Rina Menardi Handmade Ceramic White Lagoon Trays

By Rina Menardi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Italian handmade ceramic tray in white by Rina Menardi. Can be ordered in different colors. Priced individually. Made to order. Shipping from Europe not included. Measures: Mini $49...

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2010s Italian Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Gaetano Pesce Try-Tray Round Medium Dark Ruby Acid Green

Gaetano Pesce Try-Tray Round Medium Dark Ruby Acid Green

By Corsi Design Factory, Gaetano Pesce

Located in barasso, IT

Try tray round - dark ruby, matt acid green Tray in hard resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1998 for Fish Design collection. Colours: Dark ruby, matt acid green Dimensions: Ø 31.5 c...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tableware

Materials

Resin

Silver-plated Mauro Manetti Ice Bucket, 1970s
Silver-plated Mauro Manetti Ice Bucket, 1970s

Silver-plated Mauro Manetti Ice Bucket, 1970s

By Mauro Manetti

Located in Bastia Umbra, IT

Silver-plated Mauro Manetti ice bucket, 1970s, Made in Italy. Fantastic pomegranate-shaped ice bucket by Mauro Manetti, 1970s. This item is made of metal with a silver finish. The at...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Metal

George & Martha by Westmorland Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 42 Pieces
George & Martha by Westmorland Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 42 Pieces

George & Martha by Westmorland Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 42 Pieces

By Westmorland

Located in Big Bend, WI

8 Knives 8 3/4", 8 Forks 7", 8 Salad Forks 6", 8 Teaspoons 6", 8 Cream Soup Spoons 6", 1 Sugar Spoon 5 7/8", 1 Flat Handle Master Butter Knife 7" Includes bonus brand new st...

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1940s Vintage Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Francis I Old by Reed and Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 89 Pieces
Francis I Old by Reed and Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 89 Pieces

Francis I Old by Reed and Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 89 Pieces

By Reed & Barton

Located in Big Bend, WI

Exceptional Old Francis I by Reed & Barton sterling silver flatware set - 89 pieces. This set has fabulous crisp detailing and includes: 10 knives with blunt silver plated blades, 9...

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Early 20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

8 Vintage Copper Baking Pudding Molds and Cookie Cutters
8 Vintage Copper Baking Pudding Molds and Cookie Cutters

8 Vintage Copper Baking Pudding Molds and Cookie Cutters

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Kitchen copper baking molds lot with 6 cookie cutters.

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1960s American American Classical Vintage Tableware

Materials

Copper

Vintage Silver Plate Faux Bamboo Coffe / Teaspoon in Hollywood Regency Style
Vintage Silver Plate Faux Bamboo Coffe / Teaspoon in Hollywood Regency Style

Vintage Silver Plate Faux Bamboo Coffe / Teaspoon in Hollywood Regency Style

Located in Roma, IT

We are pleased to offer for sale an elegant and decorative mid-20th-century set of teaspoons. Made in Italy between the 1960s and 1970s by La San Marco—as confirmed by the engraving...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver fish-shaped toothpick holder with raised scales on fins
Silver fish-shaped toothpick holder with raised scales on fins

Silver fish-shaped toothpick holder with raised scales on fins

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver toothpick holder in the shape of a fish with raised scales resting on the two fins. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Cabeça de escravo. Weight: 37.16 gra...

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20th Century European Tableware

Materials

Silver

English Imari Style Assembled Partial Service, 36 Pieces, 19th Century
English Imari Style Assembled Partial Service, 36 Pieces, 19th Century

English Imari Style Assembled Partial Service, 36 Pieces, 19th Century

Located in Astoria, NY

English Imari Style Assembled Partial Ceramic Service, 19th century, various makers and comprising: six teacups, a teacup and saucer, probably 18th century, two cups and saucer, five...

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19th Century British Japonisme Antique Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Brass Napkin Holder vienna around 1920s
Brass Napkin Holder vienna around 1920s

Brass Napkin Holder vienna around 1920s

Located in Wien, Au

Brass Napkin Holder vienna around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled

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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Tableware

Materials

Brass

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Parallel Silverware For 12
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Parallel Silverware For 12

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Parallel Silverware For 12

By Georg Jensen

Located in Hellerup, DK

A Georg Jensen sterling silver art deco flatware service in the Parallel pattern (#25), designed in 1931 by Oscar Gundlach-Petersen. The set consists of twelve five-piece place setti...

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1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Melbourne by Oneida Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 76 Pieces
Melbourne by Oneida Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 76 Pieces

Melbourne by Oneida Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 76 Pieces

By Oneida

Located in Big Bend, WI

Melbourne by Oneida Sterling silver flatware set - 76 pieces. This set includes: 12 knives, 8 7/8" 12 forks, 7 1/8" 12 salad forks, 6 1/2" 12 teaspoons, 6" 12 cream soup spoons, 6 1...

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Mid-20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

French Art Nouveau Salt & Pepper Shakers, Facetted Crystal Glass from the 1920s
French Art Nouveau Salt & Pepper Shakers, Facetted Crystal Glass from the 1920s

French Art Nouveau Salt & Pepper Shakers, Facetted Crystal Glass from the 1920s

Located in Vienna, AT

A set of beautiful Art Nouveau salt and pepper shakers, made of facetted glass. Made in France in the 1920s, in excellent condition.

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1920s French Art Nouveau Vintage Tableware

Materials

Crystal

English Victorian Silver Plate Napkin Ring
English Victorian Silver Plate Napkin Ring

English Victorian Silver Plate Napkin Ring

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian silver plated square shaped napkin ring resting on rectangular base and supported by leaves on either side

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Tableware

Richard Ginori Brown & Gold Trimmed Dinnerware Service Of 93 Pieces
Richard Ginori Brown & Gold Trimmed Dinnerware Service Of 93 Pieces

Richard Ginori Brown & Gold Trimmed Dinnerware Service Of 93 Pieces

By Richard Ginori

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Richard Ginori Brown and Gold Trimmed Dinnerware Service Of 93 Pieces. Richard Ginori Dining & Coffee Porcelain Set "Contessa" Pattern, Italy. Richard Ginori porcelain dinnerware ser...

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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Gold

Pair of Mid-19th Century Austrian Silver Candlesticks
Pair of Mid-19th Century Austrian Silver Candlesticks

Pair of Mid-19th Century Austrian Silver Candlesticks

Located in Delft, NL

A pair of mid-19th century Austrian silver candlesticks An Austrian silver pair candlesticks with baluster columns on circular bases, floral borders and knobs Silver Austrian Hal...

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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

1924 René Lalique, Set of Tablewares Glasses Savergne Clear Glass, 34 Pieces
1924 René Lalique, Set of Tablewares Glasses Savergne Clear Glass, 34 Pieces

1924 René Lalique, Set of Tablewares Glasses Savergne Clear Glass, 34 Pieces

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Set of tablewares glasses "Savergne" made in frosted glass created by René Lalique in 1924. Engraved signature under each piece. All pieces are in perfect condition. Set of 34...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Tableware

Materials

Art Glass

Rare Bread Box with cut glass Vienna Around, 1920s
Rare Bread Box with cut glass Vienna Around, 1920s

Rare Bread Box with cut glass Vienna Around, 1920s

Located in Wien, Au

Rare Bread Box with cut glass Vienna Around, 1920s Brass polished Original cut glass

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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Tableware

Materials

Brass

Vintage Boho Embroidered Tablecloth
Vintage Boho Embroidered Tablecloth

Vintage Boho Embroidered Tablecloth

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Infuse your dining space with artisanal charm with this stunning vintage embroidered tablecloth. Showcasing an intricate hand-stitched d...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Folk Art Tableware

Materials

Cotton

Emilia Castillo Pure Silver & Porcelain Salt & Pepper Shakers, Mexican Modernism
Emilia Castillo Pure Silver & Porcelain Salt & Pepper Shakers, Mexican Modernism

Emilia Castillo Pure Silver & Porcelain Salt & Pepper Shakers, Mexican Modernism

By Emilia Castillo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This sculptural set of salt and pepper shakers was designed and manufactured in Taxco, Mexico by Emilia Castillo, a leading figure in contemporary Mexican design and one of the most ...

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1980s Mexican Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Green Shade Hand-Painted Ceramic Salad Plate - Set of 4 - Made in Italy
Green Shade Hand-Painted Ceramic Salad Plate - Set of 4 - Made in Italy

Green Shade Hand-Painted Ceramic Salad Plate - Set of 4 - Made in Italy

By Les Ottomans

Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT

Discover the artistry of Italian craftsmanship with our Hand-Painted Ceramic Plates, featuring a magnificent shaded effect. Available in a range of elegant colors—green, pink, blue, ...

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2010s Italian Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

800 Silver Standard Silverware Set from the Interwar Period, Nola, Italy
800 Silver Standard Silverware Set from the Interwar Period, Nola, Italy

800 Silver Standard Silverware Set from the Interwar Period, Nola, Italy

Located in Opole, PL

800 Silver Standard Silverware Set from the Interwar Period, Nola, Italy We present you a set of silverware in the original, antique case, which bea...

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Early 20th Century Italian Tableware

Materials

Silver

Vintage Royal Bayreuth Tomato Creamer and Sugar Bowl Set, Bavaria
Vintage Royal Bayreuth Tomato Creamer and Sugar Bowl Set, Bavaria

Vintage Royal Bayreuth Tomato Creamer and Sugar Bowl Set, Bavaria

Located in Coral Gables, FL

A delightful vintage porcelain creamer and covered sugar bowl by Royal Bayreuth, Bavaria, each modeled as a ripe tomato with richly hand-painted red glazes, sculpted green leaves, an...

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Early 20th Century German Rustic Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Sterling Silver Condiment Set in Case Blue Glass Salt, Mustard & Pepper Shaker
Sterling Silver Condiment Set in Case Blue Glass Salt, Mustard & Pepper Shaker

Sterling Silver Condiment Set in Case Blue Glass Salt, Mustard & Pepper Shaker

Located in Wembley, GB

Antique Sterling Silver Condiment Set Cobalt Glass, English, Luxury An exceptional antique sterling silver condiment set, exquisitely crafted in classic English style and elevated by...

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Late 19th Century English Art Deco Antique Tableware

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

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

French Gilded Flatware Called "Bien Aimée" 180 Pieces Chambly Mid 20th
French Gilded Flatware Called "Bien Aimée" 180 Pieces Chambly Mid 20th

French Gilded Flatware Called "Bien Aimée" 180 Pieces Chambly Mid 20th

By CHAMBLY

Located in Paris, FR

Typical French style the Rocaille matches so well with all fine porcelain, setting a romantic table with gold color fatware is making any party enjoyable, joyful. This set is all gil...

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1950s French Romantic Vintage Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Quinta Nova 43-Piece Floral Porcelain Dinnerware Set, Portugal, 1960s
Quinta Nova 43-Piece Floral Porcelain Dinnerware Set, Portugal, 1960s

Quinta Nova 43-Piece Floral Porcelain Dinnerware Set, Portugal, 1960s

By Vista Alegre

Located in Valladolid, ES

Gorgeous porcelain tableware from the Portuguese firm Quinta Nova, renowned for its fine porcelain. Its meticulously painted floral design combines warm tones of orange and green on a pearly white background, evoking a romantic yet contemporary touch. The edges of the pieces feature a wavy shape with a fine gold trim, enhancing their decorative character. The floral ornamentation, with intertwined branches and flowers in full bloom, recalls 19th-century botanical motifs, inspired by Rococo art and Victorian design. The balance between the gold details and the softness of the floral brushstrokes make this tableware ideal for a more classic decor style or a more modern setting. Stamped on the base of each piece. Quinta Nova Porcelain, now Vista Alegre Quinta Nova Porcelain was a Portuguese brand...

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1960s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

WMF Rare Art Nouveau Silver Plated Cutlery Set for 24 Persons
WMF Rare Art Nouveau Silver Plated Cutlery Set for 24 Persons

WMF Rare Art Nouveau Silver Plated Cutlery Set for 24 Persons

An extremely rare WMF silver plated cutlery set for 18 persons, comprising approximately 256 pieces. Housed in its original Art Nouveau cabinet with silver plated organic stylised mounts, this remarkable ensemble retains the complete original Art Nouveau cutlery...

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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of 4 Napkin Rings in Pink Swirl Resin by Paola Valle
Set of 4 Napkin Rings in Pink Swirl Resin by Paola Valle

Set of 4 Napkin Rings in Pink Swirl Resin by Paola Valle

By Paola Valle

Located in Ciudad De México, MX

Our colourful, modern and playful resin napkin rings will be the perfect addition to your spring and summer tablescape. The set includes 4 napkin rings. Designed by Paola Valle ...

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2010s Mexican Modern Tableware

Materials

Resin

Chrysanthemum by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 300 Pieces Massive
Chrysanthemum by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 300 Pieces Massive

Chrysanthemum by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 300 Pieces Massive

By Durgin-Gorham 1

Located in Big Bend, WI

One of Durgin's most popular and beautiful patterns is "Chrysanthemum". The design is of leaves and chrysanthemum buds and blooms on the front. The back displays two chrysanthemums in bloom among leaves and buds. The chrysanthemum flowers flow down beautifully onto the tines, bowls and serving areas of many of the pieces. Chrysanthemum by Durgin...

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1890s American Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Table Barometer Weather Station Vienna Around, 1950s
Table Barometer Weather Station Vienna Around, 1950s

Table Barometer Weather Station Vienna Around, 1950s

Located in Wien, Au

Table Barometer Weather Station Vienna Around, 1950s Original condition

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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Metal, Brass

Parallel by Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 60 pieces Dinner
Parallel by Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 60 pieces Dinner

Parallel by Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 60 pieces Dinner

By Georg Jensen

Located in Big Bend, WI

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver “Parallel” AKA “Relief” flatware. Designed by Oscar Gunlach-Pedersen, for Georg Jensen's Silversmithy 1931. Gunlach-Pedersen trained as a sculptor and ar...

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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

French Art Deco Cutlery, SCOF by Andre Verdier
French Art Deco Cutlery, SCOF by Andre Verdier

French Art Deco Cutlery, SCOF by Andre Verdier

By France Design S. A.

Located in Delft, NL

French Art Deco Cutlery, SCOF by Andre Verdier SCOF "Société de Coutellerie et d’Orfèvrerie Française" 44 pieces in Art Deco style Eight large knifes Eight large forks Seven sma...

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20th Century Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Metal

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.