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Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Lily of the Valley Grapefruit Spoon 075
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Lily of the Valley Grapefruit Spoon 075

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Lily of the Valley Grapefruit Spoon 075

By Georg Jensen

Located in Hellerup, DK

A Georg Jensen sterling silver triangular grapefruit spoon, item #075 in the Lily of the Valley pattern, design #1 by Georg Jensen from 1913. This pattern also called “Rose”, the Dan...

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20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of six silver teaspoons and sugar shovels with monogram cards
Set of six silver teaspoons and sugar shovels with monogram cards

Set of six silver teaspoons and sugar shovels with monogram cards

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Set of six silver teaspoons and sugar shovel with monogram cards. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Porto Coroa. Weight: 169.92 grams (Set of six spoons and shov...

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Early 18th Century European Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

Trajan by Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 186 pcs Dinner
Trajan by Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 186 pcs Dinner

Trajan by Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 186 pcs Dinner

By Reed & Barton

Located in Big Bend, WI

Monumental Trajan by Reed and Barton sterling silver flatware set with fabulous Rococo design - 186 pieces. This scarce pattern was introduced by Reed & Barton in the year 1892. This...

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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver bottle base with Portuguese coat of arms
Silver bottle base with Portuguese coat of arms

Silver bottle base with Portuguese coat of arms

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver bottle base with Portuguese coat of arms and scalloped edge. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: boar II Title. Weight: 110.94 grams. Dimensions: 11.6cmx1.2...

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19th Century European Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

Sterling Silver Ladle in Norwegian Blue Bell Pattern signed Thorvald Marthinsen
Sterling Silver Ladle in Norwegian Blue Bell Pattern signed Thorvald Marthinsen

Sterling Silver Ladle in Norwegian Blue Bell Pattern signed Thorvald Marthinsen

By Thorvald Marthinsen

Located in New York, NY

This Aesthetic Movement sterling silver ladle, crafted by the renowned silversmith Thorvald Marthinsen in Norway circa 1900, is a testament to elegance and intricate design from the ...

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Early 1900s Norwegian Aesthetic Movement Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

English Victorian Silver Plate Tray
English Victorian Silver Plate Tray

English Victorian Silver Plate Tray

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian oval silver plate tray with scroll edge and crest sides

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Tableware

Large Imperial Porcelain Alexander II Period Plate
Large Imperial Porcelain Alexander II Period Plate

Large Imperial Porcelain Alexander II Period Plate

By Imperial Porcelain Factory

Located in London, GB

Large Imperial Porcelain Alexander II period plate Russian, mid-19th Century Height 24cm, width 24cm, depth 3.5cm This impressive 19th-century plate is an artefact of Russian Imper...

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Mid-19th Century Russian Antique Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Alban Champagne Glass - Set of four
Alban Champagne Glass - Set of four

Alban Champagne Glass - Set of four

By Akua Objects

Located in København K, DK

Mouth-blown and handmade Bohemian Glassware Made in Bohemia Ideal for wine lovers, or those who savor a glass of port or indulge in a rich dessert wine. The Alban collection was de...

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2010s Czech Tableware

Materials

Blown Glass

Lark by Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware 18 Set 115 Pcs Mid-Century Modern
Lark by Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware 18 Set 115 Pcs Mid-Century Modern

Lark by Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware 18 Set 115 Pcs Mid-Century Modern

By Reed & Barton

Located in Big Bend, WI

Huge Mid-Century Modern Lark by Reed & Barton sterling silver flatware set - 115 Pieces. Designed by John Prip. This set includes: 18 knives, 9". 18 forks, 7 5/8". 18 salad forks, 7...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Stainless Steel Paper Towel Holder
Stainless Steel Paper Towel Holder

Stainless Steel Paper Towel Holder

By Argosy Designs

Located in Treadwell, NY

Elegant modernist stainless steel paper towel holder with an off-black Paperstone base - unique and functional.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Large Carved Olive Wood Fruit basket   1970s
Large Carved Olive Wood Fruit basket   1970s

Large Carved Olive Wood Fruit basket 1970s

Located in Den Haag, NL

Large Carved Olive Wood Fruit basket Standing on my dining table for the Moment. Great looking table piece .Beautiful grain in the Wood Like a ar...

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1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Olive

Rosewood & Brass Service for 6 Desert Fish Serving Forks Set 8 Pieces Flatware
Rosewood & Brass Service for 6 Desert Fish Serving Forks Set 8 Pieces Flatware

Rosewood & Brass Service for 6 Desert Fish Serving Forks Set 8 Pieces Flatware

Located in Clifton Forge, VA

This is a beautiful set of brass flatware with rosewood handles including 2 larger serving pieces and 6 individual forks. The tines have a fantastic tulip shape and it will add elega...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Brass

Set of 24 Euclid Tableware Pieces by Eter Design
Set of 24 Euclid Tableware Pieces by Eter Design

Set of 24 Euclid Tableware Pieces by Eter Design

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of 24 Euclid Tableware Pieces by Eter Design Unique Pieces. Dimensions: Dinner plate L: Ø 33 x H 1,5 cm. Dinner plate M: Ø 26 x H 1,5 cm. Dessert plate: Ø 19.8 x H 1,5 cm. Bread & butter plate: Ø 14.5 cm x H 1 cm. Cereal bowl: Ø 19.8 x H 8,5 cm. Cereal plate: Ø 14.5 x H 1 cm. Soup plate: Ø 25.5 x H 6 cm. Serving bowl M: Ø 28.2 x H 9 cm. Serving bowl L: Ø 39.5 x H 11 cm. Casserole: Ø 22.2 x H 3.5 cm. Espresso cup: Ø 10 cm x H 5,5 cm. Espresso plate: Ø 14.5 cm x H 1 cm. Mug: Ø 9 cm x H 9 cm. Water cup...

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2010s American Post-Modern Tableware

Materials

Clay

Malvern by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 81 pieces
Malvern by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 81 pieces

Malvern by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 81 pieces

By Lunt Silver

Located in Big Bend, WI

Gorgeous Malvern by Lunt sterling silver Flatware set - 48 pieces. This set includes: 12 Knives, 8 3/4" 12 Forks, 7 3/8" 12 Salad Forks, 6 1/2" 12 Teaspoons, 5 3/4" 12 Place Soup Sp...

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1970s Vintage Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of 10 Mid-Century Brutalist German Pottery WGP Punch Bowl and Cups, 1960s
Set of 10 Mid-Century Brutalist German Pottery WGP Punch Bowl and Cups, 1960s

Set of 10 Mid-Century Brutalist German Pottery WGP Punch Bowl and Cups, 1960s

By Dümler & Breiden

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Brutalist West German Pottery WGP Punch Bowl and Cups from Dümler & Breiden, 1960s, Set of 10, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attributio...

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20th Century German Brutalist Tableware

Materials

Metal

Antique Mappin & Webb Victorian Silver Plated Reticulated Covered Jelly Jar
Antique Mappin & Webb Victorian Silver Plated Reticulated Covered Jelly Jar

Antique Mappin & Webb Victorian Silver Plated Reticulated Covered Jelly Jar

By Mappin & Webb

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Mappin & Webb Victorian Silver Plated Reticulated Covered Jelly Jar. Item featured is a "London & Sheffield" Princess Plate jar, numbered "W8239". The lid is unattach...

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Early 20th Century Victorian Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Sterling Silver Flatware Lambeth Manor Style
Sterling Silver Flatware Lambeth Manor Style

Sterling Silver Flatware Lambeth Manor Style

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Sterling silver flatware Lambeth manor style Consisting of: 12 dinner knives (9 in.) 12 dinner forks (7 3/8 in.) 12 round soup spoons (6 1/2 in.) 10 ...

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19th Century Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Bormioli Rocco 1980-1990 colored Murano glass crystal glasses set.
Bormioli Rocco 1980-1990 colored Murano glass crystal glasses set.

Bormioli Rocco 1980-1990 colored Murano glass crystal glasses set.

Located in Palermo, IT

Immerse yourself in timeless elegance with this exquisite crystal glass set by Rocco Bormioli, an icon of Italian design between the 1980s and 1990s. Each piece in this set catches t...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Crystal

Danish Pottery Studio. Three plates with dancing couples c. 1940/50s.
Danish Pottery Studio. Three plates with dancing couples c. 1940/50s.

Danish Pottery Studio. Three plates with dancing couples c. 1940/50s.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Danish Pottery Studio. Three plates with dancing couples c. 1940/50s. Thrown and hand-decorated faience with motifs of folk dancing couples and musicians in blue, brown, and black t...

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1940s Danish Vintage Tableware

Materials

Faience

Tree Full of Parrots Hand Embroidered Black & Gold Placemat
Tree Full of Parrots Hand Embroidered Black & Gold Placemat

Tree Full of Parrots Hand Embroidered Black & Gold Placemat

By Viya by Vikram Goyal

Located in Noida, DL

Tree Full of Parrots Hand Embroidered White & Gold Placemat A tree full of parrots is a sign of success in aspirations and future endeavours. According to the 17th century Indian ma...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Tableware

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Early 19th Century Georgian Sterling Silver Cream Jug, English, Dated 1811
Early 19th Century Georgian Sterling Silver Cream Jug, English, Dated 1811

Early 19th Century Georgian Sterling Silver Cream Jug, English, Dated 1811

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

A very handsome and heavy sterling silver cream jug of oval bellied form, decorated with an engraved band of repeating 'bright cut' guilloche motifs and a loop shaped handle with bri...

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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pietra Serena Flure Mortar and Pestle by Tino Seubert
Pietra Serena Flure Mortar and Pestle by Tino Seubert

Pietra Serena Flure Mortar and Pestle by Tino Seubert

Located in Geneve, CH

Pietra Serena Flure Mortar and Pestle by Tino Seubert Dimensions: W 10 x D 12.6 x H 32 cm. Materials: Pietra serena sandstone carved in Italy. Also...

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2010s British Post-Modern Tableware

Materials

Sandstone

Set of 12 Silver Gilded Butter Knives Dated 1896
Set of 12 Silver Gilded Butter Knives Dated 1896

Set of 12 Silver Gilded Butter Knives Dated 1896

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A lovely set of 12 silver butter knives. This cutlery is presumably French, dated 1896. The knives are marked 800. The knives are richly decorated...

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1890s French Belle Époque Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

Antique Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Florentine Pattern Fork
Antique Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Florentine Pattern Fork

Antique Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Florentine Pattern Fork

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Braintree, GB

Antique Tiffany & Co. sterling silver Florentine pattern fork. Maker: Tiffany & Co Pattern: Designed by Paulding Farnham Style: Renaissance Revival Introduced 1900, but the patent application not filed until May 9, 1904, issued June 7, 1904 Since Pat.1900 was incorporated into the dies, the company must have anticipated filing for a patent at least that year. George Paulding Farnham...

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Early 1900s American Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

'Aya' Minimalist and Modern Tray in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal
'Aya' Minimalist and Modern Tray in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal

'Aya' Minimalist and Modern Tray in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal

By Knót Artesanal

Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro

Aya is a simple and multi-functional piece that serves as a tray, a table centre-piece or a fruit bowl. The brass handle facilitates its transport and can be separated allowing the rest to be used solely as a tray. Minimalist and mid-century modern in its style Aya's clean lines and curves combined with the brass details give it a unique and eye-catching aesthetic. Handmade using Brazilian hardwood Cumaru along with brass details. Knót Artesanal...

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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Tableware

Materials

Brass

Beautiful Sterling Silver Cake or Fish Shovel K+K Monarchy Austria
Beautiful Sterling Silver Cake or Fish Shovel K+K Monarchy Austria

Beautiful Sterling Silver Cake or Fish Shovel K+K Monarchy Austria

By Mayerhofer & Klinkosch

Located in Vienna, AT

The item for sale is a beautiful, ornamental rococo cake shovel or fish server. It was made in 1841 according to the hallmark and owned by the K+K Monarc...

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Mid-19th Century Austrian Rococo Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Landers, Frary & Clark Celluloid Ivory Handled Tableware Cutlery – 30 piece Set
Landers, Frary & Clark Celluloid Ivory Handled Tableware Cutlery – 30 piece Set

Landers, Frary & Clark Celluloid Ivory Handled Tableware Cutlery – 30 piece Set

By Landers, Frary & Clark 1

Located in Philadelphia, PA

From the makers, Landers, Frary & Clark, a set of 30 table knives and forks with carved, ivory colored Celluloid handles, circa 1900-1920. Landers, Frary & Clark was a housewares ...

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Early 20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Tableware

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Set Of Six Teaspoons & Sugar Tongs
Antique Silver Set Of Six Teaspoons & Sugar Tongs

Antique Silver Set Of Six Teaspoons & Sugar Tongs

Located in Ipswich, GB

Wonderful set of six teaspoons and sugar tongs with ornate decoration in the origional fitted box with blue velvet interior

Category

Early 20th Century Tableware

Materials

Silver

Japanese Meiji Era Cloisonne Enamel Plate Charger
Japanese Meiji Era Cloisonne Enamel Plate Charger

Japanese Meiji Era Cloisonne Enamel Plate Charger

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese, Meiji era, enamel over brass charger or plate. The plate is adorned with polychrome medallions depicting birds in chrysanthemum flowers, and a river mountain lan...

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Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Tableware

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Rare Large Turkish Ottoman Fruitwood Hand Crank Coffee Grinder
Rare Large Turkish Ottoman Fruitwood Hand Crank Coffee Grinder

Rare Large Turkish Ottoman Fruitwood Hand Crank Coffee Grinder

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

A RARE LARGE TURKISH OTTOMAN FRUITWOOD HAND CRANK COFFEE GRINDER Late 18th/Early 19th Century. Ottoman Turkish coffee grinder in a dovetailed wooden housing, with a frieze drawer. ...

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Late 18th Century Turkish Other Antique Tableware

Materials

Wood

Apollonox Fish Cutlery
Apollonox Fish Cutlery

Apollonox Fish Cutlery

$331Sale Price|20% Off

Apollonox Fish Cutlery

By Christofle

Located in Lugo, IT

Apollonox Fish Cutlery Set. 12+12 Good condition. Thank you

Category

1930s French Art Deco Vintage Tableware

Materials

Steel

Devlin Staurt Set of Twelve English Parcel-Gilt Silver Wine Globets
Devlin Staurt Set of Twelve English Parcel-Gilt Silver Wine Globets

Devlin Staurt Set of Twelve English Parcel-Gilt Silver Wine Globets

By Stuart Devlin

Located in North Miami, FL

A set of twelve English parcel-gilt silver wine Globets by Devlin Staurt, London, 1970 / 1976. The taller are marked on rims of bowls, and the shorter are marked on bases. The six ta...

Category

20th Century English Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Lynn Chase "Pimpernel" Butterfly Placemats - Set of 13
Lynn Chase "Pimpernel" Butterfly Placemats - Set of 13

Lynn Chase "Pimpernel" Butterfly Placemats - Set of 13

Located in Jensen Beach, FL

Charming set of Lynn Chase placemats with a butterfly theme.

Category

Late 20th Century Tableware

Materials

Cork

Art Deco Chrome and Macassar Wood Chopstick Knife Rests, 12 pieces in box
Art Deco Chrome and Macassar Wood Chopstick Knife Rests, 12 pieces in box

Art Deco Chrome and Macassar Wood Chopstick Knife Rests, 12 pieces in box

By Travail Francais

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning Art Deco ensemble of twelve Macassar wood and chromed metal knife or chopstick rests was crafted in France circa 1930. The tableware serving pieces feature a modernist ...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Tableware

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Art Nouveau Viennese Silver 4-Piece Coffee Set, Vincenz Mayer's Sons, circa 1900
Art Nouveau Viennese Silver 4-Piece Coffee Set, Vincenz Mayer's Sons, circa 1900

Art Nouveau Viennese Silver 4-Piece Coffee Set, Vincenz Mayer's Sons, circa 1900

By Vincenz Mayer's Sohne

Located in Vienna, AT

Elegant, simple, 4-part silver core consisting of a coffee pot, milk jug, sugar bowl and tray. Vessels with an oval basic shape and smooth walls, narrowing slightly conically towards the top, with profiled ribbons on the lower edge and on top, here with crossed loops. Coffee pot with swan spout...

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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

Christofle Art Deco "Commodore" Sterling Silver Set of Four '26 Pieces'
Christofle Art Deco "Commodore" Sterling Silver Set of Four '26 Pieces'

Christofle Art Deco "Commodore" Sterling Silver Set of Four '26 Pieces'

By Christofle

Located in Sharon, CT

Offering 4 place settings of deco period Christofle "Commodore" silverware, including, 4 dinner forks, 4 dessert forks, 4 dinner knifes, 4 table spoons, 8 dessert spoons and 2 coffee...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Tableware

Materials

Silver

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Plate Charger Birds Butterflies Geometri
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Plate Charger Birds Butterflies Geometri

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Plate Charger Birds Butterflies Geometri

Located in Long Island City, NY

A fine quality antique Japanese Meiji era enamel plate, The central medallion depicts a scene with birds and butterflies sitting on a blooming branch. The central part is surrounded by six medallions depicting picturesque scenes with partridge birds...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Tableware

Materials

Enamel

Vintage Silverplated Salad/Luncheon Forks/SETS OF 10
Vintage Silverplated Salad/Luncheon Forks/SETS OF 10

Vintage Silverplated Salad/Luncheon Forks/SETS OF 10

Located in Sheffield, MA

The 30 vintage silverplated salad/luncheon forks are stamped "International Silver Co." The tines are sharp for easy piercing. There is an undeciph...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Regency James Mount Champagne Bucket
Vintage Regency James Mount Champagne Bucket

Vintage Regency James Mount Champagne Bucket

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A fantastic rare MCM Regency champagne bucket. Made by the highly coveted James Mint. Beautiful patinated finish with beautiful carved detail. Matching piec...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Aluminum

A Fine Pair of 18th Century George III Silver Engraved Open Fret Wine Coasters
A Fine Pair of 18th Century George III Silver Engraved Open Fret Wine Coasters

A Fine Pair of 18th Century George III Silver Engraved Open Fret Wine Coasters

By John Hutson

Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

A fine pair of 18th century George III silver engraved open fret wine coasters, dated 1786, London. By John Hutson. Each with a central engraved roundel incorporating a well depi...

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18th Century English George III Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Pear Salt and Pepper Shakers
Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Pear Salt and Pepper Shakers

Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Pear Salt and Pepper Shakers

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Enhance your table setting with this Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Pear Salt and Pepper Shaker set. Beautifully crafted and hand-glazed, these shakers add a touch of rustic elegance an...

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Mid-20th Century American Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Pendant of Fruit by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 89 Pieces
Pendant of Fruit by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 89 Pieces

Pendant of Fruit by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 89 Pieces

By Lunt Silver

Located in Big Bend, WI

Rare Pendant of Fruit by Lunt, c1939, sterling silver Flatware set with gorgeous high-relief hanging fruit design, 89 pieces. This set includes: 8 Knives, 9" 8 Forks, 7 1/4" 8 S...

Category

1930s Vintage Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tara by Reed and Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 24 Pieces
Tara by Reed and Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 24 Pieces

Tara by Reed and Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 24 Pieces

By Reed & Barton

Located in Big Bend, WI

Beautiful TARA BY REED & BARTON sterling silver Flatware set - 24 pieces. This set includes: 6 KNIVES, 9" 6 FORKS, 7 1/2" 6 SALAD FORKS, 6 1/2" 6 TEASPOONS, 6" Includes BONUS brand...

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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of 5 Aluminum Neapolitan Coffee Maker and Other Objects, Italy, 1940s
Set of 5 Aluminum Neapolitan Coffee Maker and Other Objects, Italy, 1940s

Set of 5 Aluminum Neapolitan Coffee Maker and Other Objects, Italy, 1940s

Located in Palermo, IT

Neapolitan coffee maker in aluminium and other objects, Italy, 1940s. Belonged to my great-grandmother. Fair conditions. Small defects.

Category

1940s Italian Vintage Tableware

Materials

Aluminum

1950s French Gien Straw Pattern Cheese Course Service, 9 pieces
1950s French Gien Straw Pattern Cheese Course Service, 9 pieces

1950s French Gien Straw Pattern Cheese Course Service, 9 pieces

By Gien

Located in Philadelphia, PA

From Gien, a straw pattern cheese service, a server and eight plates, France, circa 1950s. The Trompe l’oeil pattern has a texture suggesting woven straw, a traditional motif for th...

Category

1950s French French Provincial Vintage Tableware

Materials

Earthenware

Hand embroidered linen napkins from the SoShiro Ainu collection
Hand embroidered linen napkins from the SoShiro Ainu collection

Hand embroidered linen napkins from the SoShiro Ainu collection

By SoShiro

Located in London, GB

This set of two hand-embroidered linen napkins from SoShiro’s Ainu collection, a collaboration between award-winning artist Toru Kaizawa and Shiro Muchiri, is made with the softest linen and features playful pockets for a creative place setting of cutlery. These highly ornate and decorative napkins enrich any table setting. The Blakiston’s fish owl...

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2010s Japanese International Style Tableware

Materials

Linen, Natural Fiber

Pair of Danish Silver Sugar Bowls, Late 18th Century
Pair of Danish Silver Sugar Bowls, Late 18th Century

Pair of Danish Silver Sugar Bowls, Late 18th Century

Located in Copenhagen, K

Pair of Danish silver sugar bowls, late 18th century. Maker Nicolai Brandt (NB), Horsens, 1787-1813.

Category

18th Century and Earlier Danish Louis XVI Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

Antique Croquet Egg Cups On Stand
Antique Croquet Egg Cups On Stand

Antique Croquet Egg Cups On Stand

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

Croquet Breakfast Egg Cup Set By Parkin And Marshall. An ornate silver-plated croquet-themed egg cup stand with a pair of egg cups and a glass salt dish. The two serving breakfast pi...

Category

Late 19th Century British Sporting Art Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

LAUFFER set of 32 "Design 10" 1978 Yellow Lexan Plastic Flatware by Don Wallance
LAUFFER set of 32 "Design 10" 1978 Yellow Lexan Plastic Flatware by Don Wallance

LAUFFER set of 32 "Design 10" 1978 Yellow Lexan Plastic Flatware by Don Wallance

By Lauffer, Don Wallance

Located in St. Louis, MO

Set of Post Modern Flatware made of yellow colored Lexan designed by Don Wallance for Lauffer. Part of his Design 10 collection 1978-1979, made in the USA. Flatware is constructed ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Resin, Plastic

Antique Early Georgian Silver Two-Handled Cup 1722 18th Century Britannia Std
Antique Early Georgian Silver Two-Handled Cup 1722 18th Century Britannia Std

Antique Early Georgian Silver Two-Handled Cup 1722 18th Century Britannia Std

Located in London, GB

A lovely Antique George I solid Silver Cup with two elegant scroll handles. This classic Georgian two-handled Cup stands on a low spread foot and has a band around the centre. It is ...

Category

Early 18th Century English George I Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

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.