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Baccarat Tableware, Cups, Crystal and Silvered Bronze, Napoleon III Period.
Baccarat Tableware, Cups, Crystal and Silvered Bronze, Napoleon III Period.

Baccarat Tableware, Cups, Crystal and Silvered Bronze, Napoleon III Period.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Baccarat tableware, cups, crystal and silvered bronze, Napoleon III period, 19th century. Baccarat table setting, centrepiece, cups, Napoleon III period, silvered bronze and crystal...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Tableware

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Crystal, Bronze

Rosewood & Brass Desert Demitasse Spoons Set of 6
Rosewood & Brass Desert Demitasse Spoons Set of 6

Rosewood & Brass Desert Demitasse Spoons Set of 6

Located in Clifton Forge, VA

Here is a wonderful set of 6 brass demitasse spoons with rosewood handles that will brighten your afternoon coffee or your desert table for holiday celebrations. They measure 4 inche...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Tableware

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Brass

Set of 12 Fine French Art Deco Silver Plated "Gallia" Knife Rests by Christofle
Set of 12 Fine French Art Deco Silver Plated "Gallia" Knife Rests by Christofle

Set of 12 Fine French Art Deco Silver Plated "Gallia" Knife Rests by Christofle

By Gallia, Christofle, Marcel Eduoard Sandoz

Located in Long Island City, NY

Set of 12 fine French Art Deco silver plated knife rests designed by Edouard-Marcel Sandoz for the Gallia collection of Christofle. All 12 animals are different. Original case. Aver...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Elephant Pink Handpainted Iron Tray

Elephant Pink Handpainted Iron Tray

By Bertrando Di Renzo

Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT

Handpainted Elephant iron tray this product is unique and handmade and can be used as a serving tray of just as a decorative item

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Iron

Late 19th Century 32-Piece Silver Dinner Set - Wolfers Bruxelles
Late 19th Century 32-Piece Silver Dinner Set - Wolfers Bruxelles

Late 19th Century 32-Piece Silver Dinner Set - Wolfers Bruxelles

By Wolfers Frères

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A beautiful antique silver cutlery set for 2 people, made by the Belgian silversmith Wolfers Brussels. This set is great to use for a luxurious and extensive romantic dinner for 2 pe...

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1880s Belle Époque Antique Tableware

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Silver

Hand-Painted Decorative Iron Tray - Pink Bee
Hand-Painted Decorative Iron Tray - Pink Bee

Hand-Painted Decorative Iron Tray - Pink Bee

By Bertrando Di Renzo

Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT

Make a bold statement with our vibrant iron tray, handpainted with a striking bumblebee design. The rich, lively colours bring a playful yet elegant touch to your decor, perfect for ...

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2010s Indian Tableware

Materials

Iron

119-Piece Silver Plated Flatware for 12 Persons by SFAM Model Sans-Gêne Empire
119-Piece Silver Plated Flatware for 12 Persons by SFAM Model Sans-Gêne Empire

119-Piece Silver Plated Flatware for 12 Persons by SFAM Model Sans-Gêne Empire

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

Beautiful set of silver plated tableware from the French brand SFAM (Société Française d'Alliage de Métaux). The cutlery is beautifully decorated in Empire style. SFAM ceased to exis...

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Early 20th Century French Empire Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Christian Dior Casablanca Dinnerware Set ~ 8 Place Settings / 40 pieces
Christian Dior Casablanca Dinnerware Set ~ 8 Place Settings / 40 pieces

Christian Dior Casablanca Dinnerware Set ~ 8 Place Settings / 40 pieces

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

A set of 8 (eight) place settings (40 total pieces) in the signature Casablanca pattern by Christian Dior. Features a white, gold and multicolor pattern with panther and palm tree motifs throughout, gilt accents throughout and brand stamp at undersides. Includes the following 40 pieces: 8 dinner plates...

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1990s Japanese Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

A Fine Early 20th Century 152 Piece Austrian Flatware Set by Berndorf Alpacca
A Fine Early 20th Century 152 Piece Austrian Flatware Set by Berndorf Alpacca

A Fine Early 20th Century 152 Piece Austrian Flatware Set by Berndorf Alpacca

By Berndorfer Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Fine Early 20th Century 152 Piece Austrian Dinnerware Flatware Set by Berndorfer Metallwaaren-Fabrik, stamped 'Berndorf Alpacca', The Neoclassical Revival style set of Alpacca flatware comprising of: 12 Fish knives 12 Salad forks 12 Salad knives 12 Pasta spoons 12 Dessert spoons 12 Coffee spoons 12 Tea spoons 12 Ice-cream spoons 1 Ice thong 1 Soup ladle 1 Serving spoon 1 Salad spoon 1 Sauce/Gravy ladle 1 Meat carving knife 1 Meat carving fork 1 Salad fork All inside its original lined wooden storage-traveling cabinet. (See all images). Circa: Vienna, 1900-1930. The Alpacca alloy was developed in 1823 by the German chemist Dr. Ernst August Geitner (1783-1852). It was very similar in its appearance to silver, therefore, this new alloy was first called "Argentan". It consisted of 20% nickel, 55% copper and 25% zinc. The new silver-imitating alloy soon became very popular. The Gebrueder Henninger (Henninger Bros.) proposed a similar alloy (5-30% nickel, 45-70% copper and 8-45% zinc with trace amounts of lead, tin and iron) which they called "Neusilber". Later both Argentan and Neusilber were used under the trade name of Alpacca (or Alpakka). The great advantage of the use of Alpacca alloy as the base metal for silver plating is that the appearance of the objects does not change significantly with the wearing away of the silver layer and, unlike sterling silver, it does not require frequent polishing or cleaning due to tarnishing. The earliest known Berndorf Alpacca mark (No.1) was introduced around 1880 and used until 1891. I found it on the bottom of a 30 cl teapot bearing the inscription KRIEAU, which corresponds to the "Wiener Krieau", the famous race course in Vienna. The mark No.1 represents an oval of 3.0 x 3.6 mm size bearing the lettering "BMF ALPACCA" (which means Berndorfer Metallwaaren Fabrik or Berndorf Metalware Factory) with the "M" and "F" letters being fused. Inside the oval there is a profile of a walking bear looking down. This mark is quite rare. BIBLIOGRAPHY - Ingrid Haslinger, Tafelkultur Marke Berndorf, Das Niederoesterreichische Erfolgsunternehmen Arthur Krupps (Ketterl Verlag, Wien, 1998), pp.1-174, (in German). - Dedo von Kerssenbrock-Krosigk and Claudia Kanowski, Modern Art of Metallwork (Berlin: Broehan Museum, 2001), 1-598. - Musterbuch ueber Tafelgeraete in Alpacca-Silber I, Alpacca-Silber II und Alpacca, Unversilbert (Berndorfer Haus, Berlin, 1928), pp.1-53, (in German). - Waltraud Neuwirth, Bluehender Jugendstil Oesterreich, Band 2: Firmen und Marken [Art Nouveau in Blossom - Austria, Vol. 2: Companies and Marks]. Vienna: Selbstverlag Dr. Waltraud Neuwirth, 1991, 1-288 (in German). - David N. Nikogosyan, 2008, Marks of Silverplated Hollowware...

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Early 1900s Austrian Neoclassical Revival Antique Tableware

Materials

Alpaca, Wood

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 Tableware

Materials

Plastic

Boin Taburet - Sterling Table Service, 322pc Flatware Set + 15pc Platter Set !
Boin Taburet - Sterling Table Service, 322pc Flatware Set + 15pc Platter Set !

Boin Taburet - Sterling Table Service, 322pc Flatware Set + 15pc Platter Set !

By Boin-Taburet

Located in Wilmington, DE

Direct from St. Tropez:  Direct from a private mansion in St. Tropez, a stunning 19th century 950 sterling silver and vermeil table service by premier French silversmith "Boin Taburet", consisting of a 322-piece flatware set plus a 15 piece Serving platter set in their classic shell pattern, absolutely magnificent, circa late 1890s. The 19th century represented a golden age for French decorative arts, particularly in the realm of silversmithing, where technical precision and artistic innovation converged to produce some of the most exquisite tableware in European history. Among the luminaries of this era, the Parisian firm Boin-Taburet emerged as a preeminent force, celebrated for its exceptional craftsmanship, royal patronage, and the enduring beauty of its silver creations. Specializing in sterling silver and vermeil flatware, as well as ornate serving pieces such as Louis XVI-style platters, Boin-Taburet’s work epitomized the elegance and sophistication of French luxury during a period marked by opulent dining culture and aristocratic refinement. The Early Years:  The origins of Boin-Taburet can be traced to the early 19th century, a time when Paris reasserted itself as the epicenter of fine silver production following the upheavals of the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars. The firm’s exact founding date remains uncertain due to incomplete archival records, but it is widely accepted that it rose to prominence during the Bourbon Restoration (1814–1830) and the subsequent July Monarchy (1830–1848). These periods witnessed a resurgence of aristocratic wealth and a renewed demand for luxury goods, creating fertile ground for master silversmiths to thrive.  Boin-Taburet distinguished itself early on by adhering to the highest standards of craftsmanship while embracing stylistic influences from both the Empire and Restoration periods. The firm’s name likely derives from its founders, though historical documentation regarding its earliest proprietors is sparse. What is clear, however, is that by the mid-19th century, Boin-Taburet had secured a place among the elite Parisian silversmiths, alongside illustrious contemporaries such as Odiot, Christofle, and Puiforcat. The firm’s workshops, likely located in the historic silversmithing district of the Marais, employed highly skilled artisans who specialized in forging, chasing, and gilding silver, ensuring that each piece met exacting standards.  The 19th century was a transformative period for French silver, as the burgeoning bourgeoisie and the returning aristocracy sought tableware that reflected their social standing. Boin-Taburet responded to this demand by producing works that blended functionality with artistic grandeur. The firm’s designs frequently drew inspiration from the Louis XVI style, a neoclassical aesthetic characterized by symmetry, floral motifs, and restrained elegance. This stylistic choice not only aligned with the prevailing tastes of the time but also ensured that Boin-Taburet’s creations would remain timeless, transcending the fleeting trends that influenced other manufacturers.  Focus on Quality:  The foundation of Boin-Taburet’s enduring reputation lay in its unwavering commitment to quality. Unlike many manufacturers who began to adopt industrial techniques in the latter half of the 19th century, Boin-Taburet remained steadfast in its dedication to traditional handcrafting methods. Each piece was meticulously shaped, engraved, and finished by master silversmiths who had undergone years, if not decades, of apprenticeship to perfect their skills. This painstaking approach ensured that every item bore the hallmarks of exceptional artistry - precise detailing, balanced proportions, and a flawless surface finish.  A defining feature of Boin-Taburet’s work was its use of 950 sterling silver, a higher silver content than the standard 925 (Britannia silver) commonly used by other firms. This elevated purity not only enhanced the metal’s luster but also improved its resistance to tarnishing, making Boin-Taburet’s pieces particularly desirable for discerning clients. The firm’s Louis XVI-style serving platters, for example, were crafted from this superior alloy, resulting in pieces that were both visually striking and remarkably durable. These platters often featured elaborate chased borders adorned with acanthus leaves, floral swags, and scalloped edges, demonstrating the silversmiths’ ability to manipulate silver into intricate, three-dimensional forms.  In addition to sterling silver, Boin-Taburet excelled in the production of vermeil - a technique that involved the application of a thick layer of gold over sterling silver through either fire-gilding or electrolysis. Vermeil flatware sets...

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Late 19th Century Louis XVI Antique Tableware

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Silver

Saratoga by Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 91 pieces
Saratoga by Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 91 pieces

Saratoga by Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 91 pieces

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Big Bend, WI

Saratoga by Tiffany - Sterling Issue Date: 1870 Formerly this pattern was called King and then Cook, renamed Saratoga in 1956. Designer: Edward C. Moore. Fabulous Saratoga by Tiffan...

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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Suzani Printed Cotton Tablecloth
Suzani Printed Cotton Tablecloth

Suzani Printed Cotton Tablecloth

By Bertrando Di Renzo

Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT

Add a touch of charm to your dining experience with our unique printed Suzani cotton tablecloth. Measuring 250x150cm, this tablecloth features intricate, vibrant patterns that celebr...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Tableware

Materials

Cotton

Zaha Hadid Design Duo Salt & Pepper Grinder
Zaha Hadid Design Duo Salt & Pepper Grinder

Zaha Hadid Design Duo Salt & Pepper Grinder

Located in Jackson, NJ

By Zaha Hadid Design Duo Salt and Pepper Grinder - creates a playful, sculptural addition to any dining setting. The set can be nested together, or each piece can stand-alone as a s...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Tableware

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Plastic

Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. Set of eight "Solöga" (Sun Eye) plates.
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. Set of eight "Solöga" (Sun Eye) plates.

Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. Set of eight "Solöga" (Sun Eye) plates.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Carl Harry Stålhane (1920-1990) for Rörstrand, Sweden. A set of eight "Solöga" (Sun Eye) plates in earthenware. From the 1960s. Marked. Perfect condition. Appears unused. First fact...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tableware

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Earthenware

Heide Warlamis Postmodern Skyscraper Salt Pepper Shakers, Vienna Collection 1990
Heide Warlamis Postmodern Skyscraper Salt Pepper Shakers, Vienna Collection 1990

Heide Warlamis Postmodern Skyscraper Salt Pepper Shakers, Vienna Collection 1990

By Heide Warlamis

Located in Vienna, AT

A pair of beautiful and decorative postmodern Skyscraper Pop Art salt and pepper shakers, designed in 1990 by artist and designer Heide Warlamis as part of her renowned Vienna Collec...

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1990s Austrian Post-Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Art Deco dinner service by Sorau Carstens Germany 1920
Art Deco dinner service by Sorau Carstens Germany 1920

Art Deco dinner service by Sorau Carstens Germany 1920

Located in Delft, NL

Art Deco dinner service by Sorau Carstens Germany 1920 An Art Deco dinner service made by Sorau Carstens, Germany with gold accents and black and white stripes ( handles and edges) ...

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Early 20th Century German Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of "Vertigo" Salt and Pepper Shakers signed Christofle
Pair of "Vertigo" Salt and Pepper Shakers signed Christofle

Pair of "Vertigo" Salt and Pepper Shakers signed Christofle

By Christofle

Located in New York, NY

Elevate your dining experience with a touch of contemporary elegance through the Pair of "Vertigo" Salt and Pepper Shakers signed Christofle France, 21st Century. This exquisite set ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Tableware

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Silver Plate

Grand Baroque Sterling Silver Flatware by Wallace - 32 Pieces
Grand Baroque Sterling Silver Flatware by Wallace - 32 Pieces

Grand Baroque Sterling Silver Flatware by Wallace - 32 Pieces

By Wallace Silversmiths

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Grand Baroque sterling silver flatware by Wallace. 32 pieces consisting of 8 dinner forks, 8 dinner knives, 8 large spoons for soup or dessert, and 8 butter knifes. Perfect to use im...

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1970s American Baroque Vintage Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Coasters - Set of 4 in Brass with Semi Precious Stone
Art Deco Coasters - Set of 4 in Brass with Semi Precious Stone

Art Deco Coasters - Set of 4 in Brass with Semi Precious Stone

Located in Noida, DL

Art Deco Coasters - Set of 4 in Brass with Semi Precious Stone, Viya by Vikram Goyal How society rejoiced when Art Deco dared to create a new approach to life, breathing fresh life ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Tableware

Materials

Brass

Prelude by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service For 12 Set 60 Pieces
Prelude by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service For 12 Set 60 Pieces

Prelude by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service For 12 Set 60 Pieces

Located in Big Bend, WI

Slender and graceful, the smooth clean lines of this refined pattern are distinguished with deeply carved floral ornaments at the tip and neck. Raised borders along the fluted stem e...

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1930s Vintage Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Etched Coffee Pot Teapot
Antique Victorian Silver Plated Etched Coffee Pot Teapot

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Etched Coffee Pot Teapot

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Etched Coffee Pot Teapot. Circa early to Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 6" H x 10" W x 4.75" D.

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Early 20th Century Victorian Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Modernist Pattern Gold Plated Stainless Flatware Set of 92 by 1847 Rogers Bros
Modernist Pattern Gold Plated Stainless Flatware Set of 92 by 1847 Rogers Bros

Modernist Pattern Gold Plated Stainless Flatware Set of 92 by 1847 Rogers Bros

By Reed & Barton

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This glorious gold-plated flatware made by 1847 Rogers Bros is a true work of art. This 92-piece set features a geometric shape with each piece's central decoration featuring a beaut...

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1950s American Vintage Tableware

Materials

Gold Plate

Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons
Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons

Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons

By Viners 1

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A magnificent, fine and impressive, comprehensive antique George V English sterling silver Sandringham pattern flatware service for twelve persons - boxed; an addition to our canteen of cutlery collection The pieces of this magnificent and comprehensive antique George V English sterling silver canteen of cutlery for twelve persons have been crafted in the Sandringham pattern. Each spoon and fork is embellished with a paralleling border to the handle, in addition to a pointed terminal. The original table and dessert knives, in addition to the fish service, fruit service and carving set all retain the original faceted Art Deco style mother of pearl handles; each with plain a ferrule. The bowls of the salt and mustard spoons retain the original gilding. This boxed canteen of cutlery consists of 164 pieces: Basic Service: 12 Table knives 12 Table forks 12 Soup spoons 6 Table/Serving spoons 12 Dessert knives 12 Dessert forks 12 Dessert spoons 12 Fruit knives 12 Fruit forks 12 Fish knives 12 Fish forks 12 Teaspoons 6 Egg spoons Additional Pieces: Soup ladle Pair of Sauce ladles Fish serving knife Fish serving fork 4 Salt spoons Pair of Mustard spoons Pair of Jam spoons Sugar tongs Meat carving knife Game carving knife Large carving fork Small carving fork Bread knife Sharpening steel This impressive service benefits from an extensive range of serving pieces, incorporating an exceptional matching silver fish and dessert service. The fundamental components of this canteen were crafted by the Sheffield silversmith Emile Viner of Viner's Ltd in 1932. The original mother of pearl handled knives bear the maker's mark 'Viners Ltd, Sheffield, Cutlers to H.M The King, Stainless De-luxe' to the stainless steel blades. This exceptional canteen of cutlery is fitted to the original and substantial oak wood two drawer, lift up lid canteen table...

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20th Century English Georgian Tableware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Bamboo by Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 74 pcs Dinner
Bamboo by Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 74 pcs Dinner

Bamboo by Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 74 pcs Dinner

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Big Bend, WI

Introduced in 1961, Bamboo was designed by Tiffany's then-Design Director, Van Day Truex. In 1965, Bamboo won the International Design Award for silver. Its simplicity and character ...

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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Dior Set of Six Charger Plates in Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite, Italy 1970s
Dior Set of Six Charger Plates in Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite, Italy 1970s

Dior Set of Six Charger Plates in Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite, Italy 1970s

By Dior Home

Located in Roma, IT

Marvelous set of six octagonal charger plates in vibrant tortoiseshell effect lucite. This incredibly stylish and unique set is attributed to a Dior Home production and was produced ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Lucite, Plexiglass

French Provincial by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 50 Pieces
French Provincial by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 50 Pieces

French Provincial by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 50 Pieces

By Towle Silversmiths

Located in Big Bend, WI

A blend of three design motifs gives this pattern a distinctive feeling of richness tempered with informal simplicity. Introduced in 1948, the traditional fiddle-shaped outline has b...

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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Wilhelm Wagenfeld Mid-Century Max & Moritz Salt Pepper Twins Shakers, WMF, 1950s
Wilhelm Wagenfeld Mid-Century Max & Moritz Salt Pepper Twins Shakers, WMF, 1950s

Wilhelm Wagenfeld Mid-Century Max & Moritz Salt Pepper Twins Shakers, WMF, 1950s

A set of lovely modernist Bauhaus "Max & Moritz salt and pepper twins“ shakers, original vintage from the 1950s. Designed by Prof. Wilhelm Wagenfeld, executed by WMF Württembergische...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Stainless Steel Salt & Pepper Shakers by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Design
Stainless Steel Salt & Pepper Shakers by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Design

Stainless Steel Salt & Pepper Shakers by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Design

By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Stainless Steel Salt & Pepper Shakers by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Design Denmark, 1960's three pairs available - sold separately some small imperfections in the finish "Stylish ...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Aldo Tura Goatskin Parchment & Brass Butler Crumber Crumb 3-Piece Set Italian
Aldo Tura Goatskin Parchment & Brass Butler Crumber Crumb 3-Piece Set Italian

Aldo Tura Goatskin Parchment & Brass Butler Crumber Crumb 3-Piece Set Italian

By Aldo Tura

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Here is an unusual crumber set by Aldo Tura of Italy. Typical of his use of materials, the three components are a mix of goatskin and brass. The goatskin on the covered handles and b...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Brass

Miguel Berrocal (1933-2006), Cheese Service (22 pieces), Contemporary Spain 1980
Miguel Berrocal (1933-2006), Cheese Service (22 pieces), Contemporary Spain 1980

Miguel Berrocal (1933-2006), Cheese Service (22 pieces), Contemporary Spain 1980

Located in PARIS, FR

Superb post-modern Miguel Ortiz Berrocal (1933-2006) cheese service with 22 unique pieces (forks, knives, spoons, a ring, two ashtrays and a box). All in chromed metal and in the ori...

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1980s Vintage Tableware

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Hollywood Regency Mirrored Placemats
Mid Century Hollywood Regency Mirrored Placemats

Mid Century Hollywood Regency Mirrored Placemats

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

A very cool and hard to find set of 10 mosaic mirrored placemats by Tomorrow Designs, circa 1970s. The set is in good vintage condition with no chips ...

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1970s Vintage Tableware

Materials

Mirror

Italian Serving Tray in Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker, Vintage 1970s Design
Italian Serving Tray in Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker, Vintage 1970s Design

Italian Serving Tray in Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker, Vintage 1970s Design

Located in Milano, IT

1970s Astonishing italian serving tray in bamboo, rattan and wicker. Made in Italy It's in excellent condition. Dimension: 17,32 x 13 x 1,18 inches cm 44 x cm 33 x cm 3 H

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Rare Antique Chinese Qing Carved Coconut Bowl Tea Cup
Rare Antique Chinese Qing Carved Coconut Bowl Tea Cup

Rare Antique Chinese Qing Carved Coconut Bowl Tea Cup

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Chinese coconut carved shell pewter tea cup, likely from the Qing Dynasty. These cups were considered rare and valuable, with the Chinese believing tha...

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Tableware

Materials

Coconut

1970s Space Age Ceramic Tableware Set 'La Boule' by Villeroy & Boch, Germany
1970s Space Age Ceramic Tableware Set 'La Boule' by Villeroy & Boch, Germany

1970s Space Age Ceramic Tableware Set 'La Boule' by Villeroy & Boch, Germany

By Villeroy & Boch, Helen von Boch

Located in North Miami, FL

1970s Space Age avant-garde colorful ceramic tableware 19 pieces set 'La Boule' designed by Helen von Boch for Villeroy & Boch, Germany By: Helen von Boch, Villeroy & Boch Material:...

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1970s German Space Age Vintage Tableware

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Paint

18 inch Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Charger Naturalistic Crane
18 inch Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Charger Naturalistic Crane

18 inch Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Charger Naturalistic Crane

Located in Long Island City, NY

An extra large antique Japanese Meiji era enamel over brass charger plate. The plate is enameled with a polychrome image of naturalistic cranes in blossoming flowers and trees on blu...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Tableware

Materials

Brass

Orange Oversized Magnum French Peugeot Salt Pepper Mill Vintage
Orange Oversized Magnum French Peugeot Salt Pepper Mill Vintage

Orange Oversized Magnum French Peugeot Salt Pepper Mill Vintage

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Impressive tall wooden salt or pepper mill in an orange color we like to call Hermes orange. This pepper mill has recently been professionally custom painted to make one of a kind fo...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Wood

Cutlery Set by Helmut Alder for Amboss Model 2070, 32 Pieces, 1960s
Cutlery Set by Helmut Alder for Amboss Model 2070, 32 Pieces, 1960s

Cutlery Set by Helmut Alder for Amboss Model 2070, 32 Pieces, 1960s

By Amboss Austria, Helmut Alder

Located in Vienna, AT

This cutlery (model 2070) consist of 32 pieces. Designed by Helmut Alder, produced by "Amboss Neuzeughammer Steyr" Austria in the 1960s. High quality stainless steel cutlery. He...

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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Jens H. Quistgaard Dual Pepper - Salt Mill & Shaker in Teak, 1960s
Jens H. Quistgaard Dual Pepper - Salt Mill & Shaker in Teak, 1960s

Jens H. Quistgaard Dual Pepper - Salt Mill & Shaker in Teak, 1960s

By Jens Quistgaard

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A Jens Harald Quistgaard design for his own company International Designs of Denmark. This stylish yet versatile dual combination salt & pepper shaker is made from solid teak. Makers...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Teak

Chrysanthemum Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 255 pcs Fitted Chest
Chrysanthemum Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 255 pcs Fitted Chest

Chrysanthemum Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 255 pcs Fitted Chest

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Big Bend, WI

Chrysanthemum (c1880) originally called Indian Chrysanthemum .Tiffany's luxurious Chrysanthemum silver was designed in 1880 by Charles Grosjean. With its flowing curves, swirling ve...

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Late 19th Century Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Dinnerware set of 6 Deep Plates Decor Blue Delft by Gien. France
Dinnerware set of 6 Deep Plates Decor Blue Delft by Gien. France

Dinnerware set of 6 Deep Plates Decor Blue Delft by Gien. France

By Gien

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Vintage Dinnerware dinner service, tableware, serveware set of 6 deep plates in earthenware enameled of Gien France model Blue Delft.

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Late 20th Century French Tableware

Materials

Earthenware

Italian Solid Silver Cutlery Set 101 Pieces "Cellini"
Italian Solid Silver Cutlery Set 101 Pieces "Cellini"

Italian Solid Silver Cutlery Set 101 Pieces "Cellini"

By Ricci Argentieri

Located in VALENZA, IT

New complete cutlery set 101 pieces in solid silver "Seashell" CELLINI by Ricci Argenteria Alessandria - Italy. The service is composed as follows: N ° 36 Table...

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2010s Italian Other Tableware

Materials

Silver

Aria by Christofle France Sterling Silver Flatware Service 12 Set 100 pcs in box
Aria by Christofle France Sterling Silver Flatware Service 12 Set 100 pcs in box

Aria by Christofle France Sterling Silver Flatware Service 12 Set 100 pcs in box

By Christofle

Located in Big Bend, WI

With a dedication to perfection and quality, Christofle flatware creations unite craftsmanship and modern technique, resulting in flatware to be handed down through generations. Exc...

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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Ulla Procopé Monumental 172 Piece Set of Iconic Arabia Ruska Tableware 1970s
Ulla Procopé Monumental 172 Piece Set of Iconic Arabia Ruska Tableware 1970s

Ulla Procopé Monumental 172 Piece Set of Iconic Arabia Ruska Tableware 1970s

By Arabia, Ulla Procope

Located in Tilburg, NL

Ulla Procopé Monumental 172 Piece Set of Iconic Arabia Ruska Tableware, Finland, 1970s. This is a very large set of iconic Arabia Ruska tableware, designed by Ulla Procopé in the 19...

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Stoneware

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.