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Bodum Salt & Pepper mills “Ball Boy” by Nissen Denmark
Bodum Salt & Pepper mills “Ball Boy” by Nissen Denmark

Bodum Salt & Pepper mills “Ball Boy” by Nissen Denmark

By Bodum, Carsten Jorgensen

Located in Bochum, NRW

Vintage Bodum Nissen Salt & Pepper Mills' Ball Boy' Set with stand. Denmark 1980's. Carsten Jorgensen designed the balls in 1967. Made of wood, they feature an iron handle and a ...

Category

1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Metal

Hand-Painted Lace Ceramic Dessert Plate - Pink

Hand-Painted Lace Ceramic Dessert Plate - Pink

By Les Ottomans

Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT

Elegant and timeless, this hand-painted ceramic plate with a lace-effect border brings a refined decorative touch to the table. Inspired by traditional lace motifs, the delicate bord...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Luxembourg by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 80 Pcs Dinner
Luxembourg by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 80 Pcs Dinner

Luxembourg by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 80 Pcs Dinner

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in Big Bend, WI

Dinner size Luxembourg by Gorham sterling silver flatware set of 80 pieces. This set includes: 12 dinner size knives, with replaced blunt stainless blades, 9 3/4", 12 dinner size forks, 7 5/8", 12 fish forks, gold-washed, 6 7/8", 12 teaspoons, 5 3/4", 12 coffee spoons, 4 7/8", 12 gumbo soup spoons, 6 3/4", one mustard ladle, 4 5/8", one cheese knife with pick, original, 7 5/8", one jam server...

Category

20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of Six Silver Metal Coffee Spoons in their Original Box, France, circa 1900
Set of Six Silver Metal Coffee Spoons in their Original Box, France, circa 1900

Set of Six Silver Metal Coffee Spoons in their Original Box, France, circa 1900

Located in Labrit, Landes

Set of six spoons of silver metal The handles of the spoons are carved like acanthus leaves. these spoons are presented in their original case and were made by a French jeweler. Goo...

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Early 20th Century French Tableware

Materials

Silver

Solingen Othello Germany 3-Piece Rustic Horn Handle Silver Carving Utensil Set
Solingen Othello Germany 3-Piece Rustic Horn Handle Silver Carving Utensil Set

Solingen Othello Germany 3-Piece Rustic Horn Handle Silver Carving Utensil Set

Located in Queens, NY

3-Piece German Rustic stainless steel and horn carving utensil set comprised of a carving knife, carving fork, and shears, in a green satin-lined box. (stampled, OTHELLO SOLINGEN ROS...

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Late 19th Century American Rustic Antique Tableware

Materials

Horn

Mid-Century Large Pot Lid Terrine Koka Blue Bla Series by Hertha Bengtson, 1950s
Mid-Century Large Pot Lid Terrine Koka Blue Bla Series by Hertha Bengtson, 1950s

Mid-Century Large Pot Lid Terrine Koka Blue Bla Series by Hertha Bengtson, 1950s

By Hertha Bengtson

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Swedish Large Pot Lid Terrine Koka Blue Bla Series by Hertha Bengtson for Rörstrand, 1950s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1950 to 1959 This piece has an attribution m...

Category

20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Corteccia E18/Nero with Gold Insert Decorative Bottle
Corteccia E18/Nero with Gold Insert Decorative Bottle

Corteccia E18/Nero with Gold Insert Decorative Bottle

By Paola Paronetto

Located in Milan, IT

This decorative bottle features a sleek, tall silhouette with a striking gold insert that adds a touch of modern sophistication. Crafted from a unique paper clay composite, it boasts...

Category

2010s Italian Tableware

Materials

Gold

19th  Century Copper Pot
19th  Century Copper Pot

19th Century Copper Pot

Located in New York, NY

Hand-picked by buyers at Ann Morris Inc.

Category

1870s English Antique Tableware

Materials

Copper

Incredible Victorian silver and etched glass claret jug - London 1898
Incredible Victorian silver and etched glass claret jug - London 1898

Incredible Victorian silver and etched glass claret jug - London 1898

By Francis Higgins

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1898 by Francis Higgins III, this stunning, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver & Glass Claret Jug, features a wonderful cut and etched glass body, and an orna...

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1890s English Victorian Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

King George by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 83 pcs Dinner
King George by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 83 pcs Dinner

King George by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 83 pcs Dinner

By Gorham

Located in Big Bend, WI

Dinner Size King George by Gorham sterling silver flatware set - 83 pieces. This set includes: 8 Dinner Size Knives, 9 5/8" 8 Dinner Size Forks, 7 3/4" 8 Luncheon/Dessert Forks, 7" ...

Category

20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Holmegaard, two whiskey glasses in clear art glass.
Holmegaard, two whiskey glasses in clear art glass.

Holmegaard, two whiskey glasses in clear art glass.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Holmegaard, two whiskey glasses in clear art glass. Heavy glass of high quality. From the 1970s. In perfect condition. Dimensions: H 10.0 cm x D 7.5 cm.

Category

1970s Danish Vintage Tableware

Materials

Glass

Four Cat and Dog Victorian Silverplate Napkin Rings
Four Cat and Dog Victorian Silverplate Napkin Rings

Four Cat and Dog Victorian Silverplate Napkin Rings

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Four cat and dog Victorian silverplate napkin rings. First a hexagon shaped ring with bead border, having greyhound with collar seated next to it. Well detailed. Unmarked on bottom. ...

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Tableware

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Lily by Gorham (Whiting) Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 60 pcs Dinner
Lily by Gorham (Whiting) Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 60 pcs Dinner

Lily by Gorham (Whiting) Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 60 pcs Dinner

Located in Big Bend, WI

Beautiful Dinner Size Lily by Gorham sterling silver flatware set - 60 pieces. This set includes: 12 Dinner Size Knives w/Old French stainless blades, 9 1/2" 12 Dinner Size Forks, 7...

Category

20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Candlelight by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service Luncheon 73 Pcs
Candlelight by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service Luncheon 73 Pcs

Candlelight by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service Luncheon 73 Pcs

By Towle Silversmiths

Located in Big Bend, WI

12 knives, 8 5/8". 12 forks, 7 1/4". 12 salad forks, 6 1/2". 12 teaspoons, 6". 12 cream soup spoons, 6 1/4". 12 flat handle butter spreaders, 5 7/8". One flat handle master butter, 6 3/4". Includes bonus brand new storage chest - styles vary. Excellent condition, not monogrammed. This set will be professionally polished and sealed in individual plastic sleeves prior to shipping. 100% satisfaction guaranteed! A striking effect of plain sterling contrasted with rich ornamentation. No other pattern has the allure of a raised ribbon of silver laid over a rich decorative background. Candlelight stands alone among exquisite sterling flatware patterns...

Category

Mid-20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Leopard Beaded Placemat Set of 4

Leopard Beaded Placemat Set of 4

By Bertrando Di Renzo

Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT

A special set of hand beaded leopard placemats to make your table funky and unique.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Tableware

Materials

Beads

Gustavsberg “Wexiö”. Six lunch plates in faience with printed decoration.
Gustavsberg “Wexiö”. Six lunch plates in faience with printed decoration.

Gustavsberg “Wexiö”. Six lunch plates in faience with printed decoration.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Gustavsberg “Wexiö” faience, c. 1900. Six lunch plates in faience with decoration of a bird and a flowering branch in bluish-green tones and a decorative border along the rim. Origi...

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Tableware

Materials

Faience

Chateau Rose by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 18 Service 121 Pieces
Chateau Rose by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 18 Service 121 Pieces

Chateau Rose by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 18 Service 121 Pieces

Located in Big Bend, WI

Monumental Chateau Rose by Alvin sterling silver Flatware set, 121 pieces. This set includes: 18 Knives, 8 7/8", 18 Forks, 7 1/4", 18 Salad Forks, 6 5/8", 18 Teaspoons, 6", 18 C...

Category

Late 20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Indian Silver Three Piece Tea Service
Antique Indian Silver Three Piece Tea Service

Antique Indian Silver Three Piece Tea Service

By Grish Chunder Dutt

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A exceptional, fine and impressive antique Indian silver three piece tea service; an addition to our diverse silver teaware collection. This exceptional antique Indian silver tea set/set consists of a teapot, cream jug and sugar bowl. Each piece of this service has a circular rounded form onto a circular foot. The surface of each piece is embellished with impressive chased bamboo stalk ornamentation, on a matte background. The teapot is fitted with a domed hinged cover ornamented with further bamboo stalk decoration and surmounted with the original, fine and impressive finial. The teapot and cream jug are fitted with silver handles realistically modelled in the form of bamboo stalks. The teapot has an exceptional spout ornamented with a continuation of foliate ornamentation. The antique sugar bowl and cream jug retain the original gilded interior. Condition This antique tea service...

Category

1890s Indian Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

Modern Artisanal Tisa Indigo Geometric Print Cotton Table Napkin ( Set of 4 )
Modern Artisanal Tisa Indigo Geometric Print Cotton Table Napkin ( Set of 4 )

Modern Artisanal Tisa Indigo Geometric Print Cotton Table Napkin ( Set of 4 )

By Studio Variously

Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI

Tisa table napkin is a unique artisanal napkin. Created artistically and ethically by artisans in India using clamp dye technique, using only pure natural dyes. It is a pure statement piece that adds modern and timeless quality as a table ware accessory Classic & timeless in design, Tisa napkin in indigo is a sustainable luxury statement. Created all by hand these napkins are made in small careful batches, each piece being unique as it is completely handcrafted. Natural elements local to the artisan clusters are used to custom create dyes for this production. Each order...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Tableware

Materials

Cotton

Antique George III Sterling Silver Locking Tea Caddy by Henry Chawner
Antique George III Sterling Silver Locking Tea Caddy by Henry Chawner

Antique George III Sterling Silver Locking Tea Caddy by Henry Chawner

By Henry Chawner

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver locking tea caddy by Henry Chawner; an addition to our silver teaware collection. This exceptional antique Georgian sterling silver tea caddy has an oval form. The surface of the tea caddy is encompassed with bright cut engraved fabric swag designs and floral festoons, suspended from impressive spiralling foliate anchor-points accented with pensile bud designs. Each spiralling motif flanks a shield shaped cartouche displaying the contemporary engraved initials 'WM' and surmounted with a ribbon style bow. The upper and lower portions of the body are encompassed with engraved bands of chevron style decoration, in addition to an applied bead decorated border. This antique silver tea caddy...

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1780s British George III Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Paigah Hand Embroidered White Linen Placemat - Set of 2, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Paigah Hand Embroidered White Linen Placemat - Set of 2, Viya by Vikram Goyal

Paigah Hand Embroidered White Linen Placemat - Set of 2, Viya by Vikram Goyal

By Viya by Vikram Goyal

Located in Noida, DL

Paigah Hand Embroidered White Linen Placemat - Set of 2, Viya by Vikram Goyal Hand-embroidered on linen, a refined sophistication defines this collection of white-on-white textiles,...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Tableware

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Large Set of French Louis XV Style Porcelain Tableware with Pink and Blue
Large Set of French Louis XV Style Porcelain Tableware with Pink and Blue

Large Set of French Louis XV Style Porcelain Tableware with Pink and Blue

By Limoges

Located in Dallas, TX

A large set of French porcelain tableware in the Louis XV style with a white ground with pink and blue floral and gilt edging. This set consist of 26 9" plates, 15 8.25"plates, 11 ...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

English Silver-Plate Table Crumb Pan & Whisk by Hardy Bros Sidney & Brisbane
English Silver-Plate Table Crumb Pan & Whisk by Hardy Bros Sidney & Brisbane

English Silver-Plate Table Crumb Pan & Whisk by Hardy Bros Sidney & Brisbane

By Hardy Bros.

Located in New York, NY

A fine English silver-plate table crumb pan and sweeper whisk by Hardy Bros Sidney & Brisbane, circa 20th-century, England. With makers' mark on both as shown in images. Dimensions: Pan/tray: 1.75" Height x 8.88" Depth x 10.38" Width Whisk broom...

Category

20th Century English Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Mauriziano by Schiavon Italy Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 129 Pieces New
Mauriziano by Schiavon Italy Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 129 Pieces New

Mauriziano by Schiavon Italy Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 129 Pieces New

By Schiavon

Located in Big Bend, WI

Mauriziano proposes a superbly revisited classic threaded style that makes it suitable for any table setting. Monumental Dinner Size Maurizano by Schiavon Italy (Retailed by Fina) I...

Category

Mid-20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

A 130 Piece Set of Crown Staffordshire China "Birds of Paradise" Pattern 1950"s
A 130 Piece Set of Crown Staffordshire China "Birds of Paradise" Pattern 1950"s

A 130 Piece Set of Crown Staffordshire China "Birds of Paradise" Pattern 1950"s

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A rare collection of about 130 pieces of Staffordshire-England - Crown Fine Bone China - Birds of Paradise Pattern - #592627 - white and very light blue grey background with purple...

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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Early 19th C Cutlery Tray W/ Scallop Edges
Early 19th C Cutlery Tray W/ Scallop Edges

Early 19th C Cutlery Tray W/ Scallop Edges

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early 19th C Cutlery tray w/ Scallop Edges. Hand crafted. Good Condition.

Category

19th Century American Adirondack Antique Tableware

Materials

Wood

Italy Richard Ginori Mid-19th Century Porcelain Covered
Italy Richard Ginori Mid-19th Century Porcelain Covered

Italy Richard Ginori Mid-19th Century Porcelain Covered

By Richard Ginori

Located in Brescia, IT

This beautiful covered cup was painted with grace and reproducing a variety of flowers, butterflies and natural elements very detailed. Golden profiles. A joyful to look at it, a pie...

Category

Mid-19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

MCM Danish Stainless-Steel Salt and Pepper Shakers by Lundtofte of Denmark
MCM Danish Stainless-Steel Salt and Pepper Shakers by Lundtofte of Denmark

MCM Danish Stainless-Steel Salt and Pepper Shakers by Lundtofte of Denmark

By Lundtofte

Located in San Diego, CA

Sculptural Cone Form MCM Danish Stainless-Steel Salt and Pepper Shakers by Lundtofte of Denmark with Maker's Mark on Bottom, circa 1960s. A sleek minimalist pair of mid-century stainless-steel salt and pepper shakers, crafted in Denmark and exhibiting the clean, modern sculptural lines associated with Scandinavian design of the 1950s-60s. Each shaker is in good vintage condition, with minimal surface scratches, and both measures approximately 1.5"D x 3.5"H. Each piece features a tall, tapered cone from with applied "S" and "P" lettering, subtle enough to maintain the elegance while still functional. The bases are stamped "Stainless Steel Denmark" along with the Lundtofte maker's mark. Their architectural silhouette makes them perfect for collectors of Danish modern tableware...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Esteri Tomula, 4 Spice Pots, Arabia, 1970s
Esteri Tomula, 4 Spice Pots, Arabia, 1970s

Esteri Tomula, 4 Spice Pots, Arabia, 1970s

$191Sale Price / set|20% Off

Esteri Tomula, 4 Spice Pots, Arabia, 1970s

By Arabia, Esteri Tomula

Located in MAASTRICHT, LI

Product description: On offer we have these 4 spice pots. Esteri Tomula used the flora of Finland as inspiration for the painting made on her simple but dutiful items. At first glanc...

Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Tableware

Materials

Porcelain, Ceramic, Cork

Mythologique by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 237 pcs Dinner Huge
Mythologique by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 237 pcs Dinner Huge

Mythologique by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 237 pcs Dinner Huge

By Gorham

Located in Big Bend, WI

The Mythologique pattern was designed by Antoine Heller, a French silversmith trained under the influence of the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in the studio of Jean-Leon Gerome. Joining Gorha...

Category

20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

MONDRIAN - Round Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Agave Green & Luna White
MONDRIAN - Round Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Agave Green & Luna White

MONDRIAN - Round Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Agave Green & 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 ...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Hide, Leather

Hand cut Crystal Saltshaker set Ambrosià (2-piece set: amber & dark gray)
Hand cut Crystal Saltshaker set Ambrosià (2-piece set: amber & dark gray)

Hand cut Crystal Saltshaker set Ambrosià (2-piece set: amber & dark gray)

Located in Glendale, CA

The Ambrosià Crystal Salt & Pepper Shakers are exquisite examples of hand-cut crystal craftsmanship, blending European artistry with timeless 20th century design. Crafted from high-q...

Category

2010s Modern Tableware

Materials

Crystal

Madrigal by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 12 Service 68 pieces
Madrigal by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 12 Service 68 pieces

Madrigal by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 12 Service 68 pieces

By Lunt Silver

Located in Big Bend, WI

Madrigal by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set - 68 pieces. This set includes: 12 Knives, 9" 12 Forks, 7 1/2" 12 Salad Forks, 6 3/4" 12 Teaspoons, 6" 12 Place Soup Spoons, 6 7/8" 1 G...

Category

20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vajilla italiana de lujo, Rigo & Cie, Venecia, siglo XIX-XX
Vajilla italiana de lujo, Rigo & Cie, Venecia, siglo XIX-XX

Vajilla italiana de lujo, Rigo & Cie, Venecia, siglo XIX-XX

Located in MADRID, ES

Magnífico servicio de mesa y/o conjunto de piezas decorativas de vitrina en porcelana fina, producido por la prestigiosa firma Rigo & Cia (Venecia) a finales del siglo XIX o principi...

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Brass watering can vienna around 1960s
Brass watering can vienna around 1960s

Brass watering can vienna around 1960s

Located in Wien, AT

Brass watering can vienna around 1960s Brass polished

Category

1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Brass

Massive and Heavy and Big Art Deco Copper Pan vienna around 1930s
Massive and Heavy and Big Art Deco Copper Pan vienna around 1930s

Massive and Heavy and Big Art Deco Copper Pan vienna around 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

Massive, big and very heavy excution of a art deco copper pan vienna around 1930s Copper and iron handle Only polished

Category

1930s Art Deco Vintage Tableware

Materials

Copper, Iron

Minton Hall Dinnerware by William Wadsworth
Minton Hall Dinnerware by William Wadsworth

Minton Hall Dinnerware by William Wadsworth

Located in MADRID, ES

William Wadsworth floral patterned dinnerware for Minton Hall of 8 complete sets. Comprising: teapot, 16 large dinner plates, 8 small dinner plates, 8 tea cups with under plates, 8 c...

Category

1980s Chinese Vintage Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Gio Ponti Silver Cutlery Set for Twelve by Krupp Italy 1950s
Gio Ponti Silver Cutlery Set for Twelve by Krupp Italy 1950s

Gio Ponti Silver Cutlery Set for Twelve by Krupp Italy 1950s

By Gio Ponti, Arthur Krupp

Located in Cascina, Pisa

Cutlery silver set for twelve in nickel silver or German silver, this set includes a total of 36 pieces; 12 spoons, 12 forks, and 12 knives with a steel blade. Set designed by Gio ...

Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Nickel, Stainless Steel

A Collection of Bordallo Pinheiro Dinnerware 47 Pieces
A Collection of Bordallo Pinheiro Dinnerware 47 Pieces

A Collection of Bordallo Pinheiro Dinnerware 47 Pieces

Located in Buchanan, MI

A Collection of Bordallo Pinheiro Dinnerware comprising six leaf-form salad plates; four soup bowls and two fruit bowls in Cabbage Green pattern; nine dinner plates and eleven salad...

Category

20th Century Italian Adirondack Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

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 plate napkin ring with etched design and emu bird figure

Category

19th Century British Victorian Antique Tableware

Vintage ceramic bowl by Le Pot de Terre
Vintage ceramic bowl by Le Pot de Terre

Vintage ceramic bowl by Le Pot de Terre

Located in AIGNAN, FR

Ceramic bowl designed by Le Pot de Terre pottery in Flayosc, France in the 1960s. With its modern shape and mineral color, it will be perfect in a natural, refined and delicate deco...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

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.