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1950s Norstaal "Inka" Stainless Steel 6-settings Cutlery Set Erik Herlow Norway
1950s Norstaal "Inka" Stainless Steel 6-settings Cutlery Set Erik Herlow Norway

1950s Norstaal "Inka" Stainless Steel 6-settings Cutlery Set Erik Herlow Norway

By Erik Herlow

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

This incredibly stylish and compact little teak box includes a cutlery set designed by Erik Herlow in 1956 for Norstaal, Norway, and includes 54 pieces of beautiful stainless steel “...

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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Japanese Meiji Era Cloisonne Enamel Napkin Rings
Japanese Meiji Era Cloisonne Enamel Napkin Rings

Japanese Meiji Era Cloisonne Enamel Napkin Rings

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese Meiji Era copper and enamel napkin ring. Circa: early 20th century. The ware is enameled with polychrome images of Phoenix birds surrounded by foliage, and scroll...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Tableware

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Vintage Italian Art Deco Metal Trivet Stand Basket Berries Branches
Vintage Italian Art Deco Metal Trivet Stand Basket Berries Branches

Vintage Italian Art Deco Metal Trivet Stand Basket Berries Branches

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Sculptural metal trivet features an elaborate design depicting an ornate basket with handles, filled with branches; highly detailed leaves and berries are sculpted in Art Deco style ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Brass, Nickel, Zinc

19th Century Limoges Game Bird Set
19th Century Limoges Game Bird Set

19th Century Limoges Game Bird Set

By Limoges

Located in High Point, NC

Late 19th century game bird set with 12 plates, all measuring 9.25 inches in diameter x 1.25 inches in height, and a large platter measuring 18.25 inches long x 12.5 inches wide x 2....

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Chrome and Galalith Chopstick Knife Rests, 12 Pieces in Box
Art Deco Chrome and Galalith Chopstick Knife Rests, 12 Pieces in Box

Art Deco Chrome and Galalith Chopstick Knife Rests, 12 Pieces in Box

By Travail Francais

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning Art Deco set of twelve chrome and Galalith knife or chopstick rests was crafted in France circa 1930. Each piece features a modernist shape with a long, chromed metal s...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Tableware

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. Six faience cake plates. Grey ‘Salix’ pattern.
Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. Six faience cake plates. Grey ‘Salix’ pattern.

Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. Six faience cake plates. Grey ‘Salix’ pattern.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg Six Cake plates ‘Salix’, mid-20th century. Set of six faience cake plates decorated with the characteristic grey “Salix” pattern on white ground, design...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Faience

Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. Set of six faience cake plates. ‘Salix’ pattern.
Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. Set of six faience cake plates. ‘Salix’ pattern.

Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. Set of six faience cake plates. ‘Salix’ pattern.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg Six Cake plates ‘Salix’, mid-20th century. Set of six faience cake plates decorated with the characteristic red “Salix” pattern on white ground, designe...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Pair Silver Plated Metal Wild Boar Pig Animal Motif Knife Rests Austria 19th Cen
Pair Silver Plated Metal Wild Boar Pig Animal Motif Knife Rests Austria 19th Cen

Pair Silver Plated Metal Wild Boar Pig Animal Motif Knife Rests Austria 19th Cen

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A set of two silver plated figural flatware knife rests in the form of Animals, circa 1890s, European. Nice addition to every table or just for your collection. Tarnished and beautif...

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Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Tableware

Materials

Metal

Fin Trivets from Souda, Silver, in Stock
Fin Trivets from Souda, Silver, in Stock

Fin Trivets from Souda, Silver, in Stock

$15Sale Price / item|75% Off

Fin Trivets from Souda, Silver, in Stock

By Souda, Shaun Kasperbauer

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Made using a manufacturing process utilized for railways, medical devices and electronics, the fin trivets bring an industrial touch to your tabletop. Both durable and multi-function...

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2010s Chinese Modern Tableware

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Fitz and Floyd Ceramic Bird Napkin Holders, Japan, 1970s
Fitz and Floyd Ceramic Bird Napkin Holders, Japan, 1970s

Fitz and Floyd Ceramic Bird Napkin Holders, Japan, 1970s

By Fitz and Floyd

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

This is a beautiful set of 6 hand-painted ceramic bird napkin rings, produced in Japan in the 1970s by the Dallas-based Company Fitz and Floyd (USA).

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1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Bead Round by Carrs Sterling Silver Flatware Set Dinner Service 87 pcs England
Bead Round by Carrs Sterling Silver Flatware Set Dinner Service 87 pcs England

Bead Round by Carrs Sterling Silver Flatware Set Dinner Service 87 pcs England

By Carrs

Located in Big Bend, WI

Outstanding bead - round by Carrs - Sheffield England sterling silver flatware set - 87 pieces. This set includes: 12 dinner knives, 9 3/4" 7 dinner forks, 7 7/8" 12 regular knives...

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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling 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

Henning Koppel for Georg Jensen. Two cold-meat/serving forks and bouillon spoon
Henning Koppel for Georg Jensen. Two cold-meat/serving forks and bouillon spoon

Henning Koppel for Georg Jensen. Two cold-meat/serving forks and bouillon spoon

Located in København, Copenhagen

Henning Koppel for Georg Jensen, serving set. Set comprising two cold-meat/serving forks and a bouillon spoon in stainless steel with brown handles. The model is from the Strata seri...

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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. Set of six faience cake plates. ‘Salix’ pattern.
Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. Set of six faience cake plates. ‘Salix’ pattern.

Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. Set of six faience cake plates. ‘Salix’ pattern.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg Six Cake plates ‘Salix’, mid-20th century. Set of six faience cake plates decorated with the characteristic pink “Salix” pattern on white ground, design...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

MODIGLIANI – Insulated Ice Bucket – Dark cherry red
MODIGLIANI – Insulated Ice Bucket – Dark cherry red

MODIGLIANI – Insulated Ice Bucket – Dark cherry red

By Foglizzo 1921

Located in Torino, IT

Leather objects and fine materials that celebrate the beauty of gestures, the care of living spaces, and the pleasure of shared moments. From the table to the home, each creation is ...

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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Artichoke Set of Glazed Ceramic Tableware Pieces, 1960s
Artichoke Set of Glazed Ceramic Tableware Pieces, 1960s

Artichoke Set of Glazed Ceramic Tableware Pieces, 1960s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Beautiful artichoke and leaves 8 pieces crockery /tableware / serveware set. Spain, 1960s This serving set is made in dark green glazed ceramic and it is comprised by: 1 artichoke sugar bowl / sauce tureen with lid+ 1 small serving spoon+ 1 small plate 1 serving small bowl 2 leaf shaped small plates 1 artichoke salt shaker+ 1 artichoke pepper...

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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Meissen Porcelain ‘Green Dragon’ Coffee Service
Meissen Porcelain ‘Green Dragon’ Coffee Service

Meissen Porcelain ‘Green Dragon’ Coffee Service

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in London, GB

Meissen Porcelain Green Dragon Coffee Service German, 20th Century Coffee Pot: Height 24 cm; Width 20 cm; Depth 15 cm Milk Jug: Height 12 cm; Width 13 cm; Depth 9 cm This elegant co...

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20th Century German Rococo Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 6 Antique Landers, Frary & Clark Aetna Works Sterling & Mother-of-Pearl
Set of 6 Antique Landers, Frary & Clark Aetna Works Sterling & Mother-of-Pearl

Set of 6 Antique Landers, Frary & Clark Aetna Works Sterling & Mother-of-Pearl

Located in valatie, NY

Set of 6 Antique Landers, Frary & Clark Aetna Works Connecticut Sterling and Solid Mother of Pearl Handled Fruit Knives, With Elaborate Sterling Silver Bolsters and Stainless Steel B...

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel

German Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set for 12 Dinner 170 Pieces
German Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set for 12 Dinner 170 Pieces

German Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set for 12 Dinner 170 Pieces

Located in Big Bend, WI

Outstanding monumental Sterling Silver German flatware set with timeless design - 170 pieces. This set includes: 12 dinner knives, 9 1/4" 12 dinner forks, 7 3/4" 12 luncheon/dessert knives, 7 3/4" 12 luncheon/dessert forks, 6 5/8" 12 salad forks, 6 7/8" 12 small teaspoons, 5 1/2" 12 place spoons...

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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Branching Out: Olive Twig Napkin Rings, set of 6
Branching Out: Olive Twig Napkin Rings, set of 6

Branching Out: Olive Twig Napkin Rings, set of 6

Located in New York, NY

Bring a touch of timeless Provençal elegance to your table with these Olive Branch Twig Napkin Rings, handmade in Provence, France. Meticulously crafted with hand-worked metal and pa...

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21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Tableware

Materials

Metal

Spanish Baroque Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 64 Pc Dinner
Spanish Baroque Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 64 Pc Dinner

Spanish Baroque Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 64 Pc Dinner

By Reed & Barton

Located in Big Bend, WI

12 dinner size knives, 9 5/8" 12 dinner size forks, 7 7/8" 12 salad forks, 6 1/2" 12 teaspoons, 5 7/8" 12 place soup spoons, 6 3/4" One gravy ladle, 6 5/8" One serving spoon, 8 5/8" One cold meat fork, 8 1/2" One sugar spoon, shell bowl, 6 1/4". Includes bonus brand new storage chest - styles vary. Excellent condition, no monograms. This set will be beautifully professionally polished and sealed in individual plastic sleeves prior to shipping. Stunning! 100% satisfaction guaranteed! Reed & Barton's regal Spanish Baroque sterling...

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Mid-20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Boxed Helmut Alder Amboss 2050 Flatware Cutlery for Six, 30 pcs., Austria, 1950s
Boxed Helmut Alder Amboss 2050 Flatware Cutlery for Six, 30 pcs., Austria, 1950s

Boxed Helmut Alder Amboss 2050 Flatware Cutlery for Six, 30 pcs., Austria, 1950s

By Helmut Alder, Amboss Austria

Located in Vienna, AT

Beautiful Mid-century flatware, 2050 series, designed by Helmut Alder, executed by Amboss Austria in the 1950s. High-quality flatware, made of solid, brushed and polished stainless steel. Comes in its original award-winning handmade wooden box...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

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

Jugendstil Brass Napkin Holder vienna around 1910

Located in Wien, AT

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

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1910s Austrian Jugendstil Vintage Tableware

Materials

Brass

19Thc Pewter Serving Spoons -10 Pcs. Set
19Thc Pewter Serving Spoons -10 Pcs. Set

19Thc Pewter Serving Spoons -10 Pcs. Set

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This complete set of ten pewter large spoons.The condition is very good.Very rare to find a complete set of matching pewter spoons.

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1860s American Adirondack Antique Tableware

Materials

Pewter

Stanley Roberts Flatware 40 pieces Gold "Zebra" Flatware Mid Century Modern
Stanley Roberts Flatware 40 pieces Gold "Zebra" Flatware Mid Century Modern

Stanley Roberts Flatware 40 pieces Gold "Zebra" Flatware Mid Century Modern

By Stanley Roberts

Located in Atlanta, GA

Stanley Roberts Modernist "Zebra" Pattern Flatware, Korea, circa 1960s. It is constructed of gold toned electroplated stainless steel. Five-piece setting for eight guests, including ...

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1960s Korean Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Early Colonial by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 6 Service 35 Pieces
Early Colonial by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 6 Service 35 Pieces

Early Colonial by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 6 Service 35 Pieces

By Lunt Silver

Located in Big Bend, WI

Scarce Early Colonial by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware set - 35 pieces. This set includes: 6 Knives, 9 1/8" 6 Forks, 7 5/8" 6 Salad Forks, 6 3/8" 6 Teaspoons, 6 1/8" 6 Place Soup Sp...

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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Contemporary Silver Plated Ice Bucket Sculptural Feet Carved by Natalia Criado
Contemporary Silver Plated Ice Bucket Sculptural Feet Carved by Natalia Criado

Contemporary Silver Plated Ice Bucket Sculptural Feet Carved by Natalia Criado

By Natalia Criado

Located in Milan, IT

Designed as part of a collection for the Venice Biennale, the Ice Cooler epitomizes Natalia Criado’s fusion of Colombian symbolism and Italian artistry. The "exotic" three feet that ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Brass, Silver Plate

Graduated Set of Three Victorian Papier Mâché Trays
Graduated Set of Three Victorian Papier Mâché Trays

Graduated Set of Three Victorian Papier Mâché Trays

Located in Montreal, QC

Graduated set of three Victorian papier mâché trays, with serpentine ogee borders, inlaid with mother'o pearl floral sprays and gilded, with scrollwork edging. Trays measure 31" x 24...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Tableware

Materials

Lacquer

János Megyik Snack Set, Knife, Fork & Wood Board, Amboss Austria, 1970s
János Megyik Snack Set, Knife, Fork & Wood Board, Amboss Austria, 1970s

János Megyik Snack Set, Knife, Fork & Wood Board, Amboss Austria, 1970s

By Janos Megyik

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful Mid Century design snack set, consisting of a fork and knife and a wooden board, designed by János Megyik. Executed by Amboss Austria, who collaborated with a lot of Aust...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Touché Bois Canaletto by Mason Editions
Touché Bois Canaletto by Mason Editions

Touché Bois Canaletto by Mason Editions

Located in Geneve, CH

Touché Bois Canaletto by Mason Editions. Dimensions: D 36 cm Materials: Walnut Canaletto wood. A light metal rod that rests on the surface and then lifts up, almost touching t...

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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Iron

Pair of Touché Bois Black Ash Wood Small Handle by Mason Editions
Pair of Touché Bois Black Ash Wood Small Handle by Mason Editions

Pair of Touché Bois Black Ash Wood Small Handle by Mason Editions

Located in Geneve, CH

Touché Bois Canaletto small handle by Mason Editions Dimensions: 36 × H 4.4 cm Materials: Walnut Canaletto Wood A light metal rod that rests on the surface and then lifts up,...

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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Iron

Rare Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne White Enamel Butterfly Plate Charger GOTO
Rare Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne White Enamel Butterfly Plate Charger GOTO

Rare Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne White Enamel Butterfly Plate Charger GOTO

Located in Long Island City, NY

A high quality antique Japanese Meiji era, 1868 to 1912, decorative brass plate. Attributed to GOTO The exterior of the plate is adorned with polychrome flowers and butterflies on a...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Tableware

Materials

Enamel, Brass

Set of 6 SAAP Danish Modern Rosewood Turned Wooden Knife Rest by Michael Bloch
Set of 6 SAAP Danish Modern Rosewood Turned Wooden Knife Rest by Michael Bloch

Set of 6 SAAP Danish Modern Rosewood Turned Wooden Knife Rest by Michael Bloch

By Michael Bloch, Dansk

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine boxed set of Danish Modern knife rests (or chopstick rests). In rosewood (or possibly cocobolo). Produced by S.A.A.P Denmark. Designed by Michael Bloch. Comprising six ho...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Rosewood

18" Large Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Charger Flying Geese
18" Large Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Charger Flying Geese

18" Large Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Charger Flying Geese

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese copper interior plate or charger with cloisonne enamel design. Meiji period The central part of the plate is decorated with a picture of ducks by the river among...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Tableware

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Antique Georgian Silver Tray / Salver / Serving Platter London England 1788
Antique Georgian Silver Tray / Salver / Serving Platter London England 1788

Antique Georgian Silver Tray / Salver / Serving Platter London England 1788

By John Schofield

Located in London, GB

A Classic George III oval solid Silver salver. This large oval Georgian Salver is simply embellished with a classic beaded border and stands on four scroll feet. The Salver has an i...

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18th Century English Georgian Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hand-Carved Wooden Tray by Werkstätte Carl Auböck Austria, 1960s
Hand-Carved Wooden Tray by Werkstätte Carl Auböck Austria, 1960s

Hand-Carved Wooden Tray by Werkstätte Carl Auböck Austria, 1960s

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Berlin, DE

Oval serving tray carved from solid wood with a raised rounded rim and shallow interior. The simple, organic shape highlights the natural grain, showing warm variations from light ...

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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Wood

Rubans by Christofle Silverplate Flatware Service Set 363 pcs France Dinner Size
Rubans by Christofle Silverplate Flatware Service Set 363 pcs France Dinner Size

Rubans by Christofle Silverplate Flatware Service Set 363 pcs France Dinner Size

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. Crea...

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Early 20th Century French Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

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.

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18th Century and Earlier Danish Louis XVI Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

Large Pino Boxes by Antrei Hartikainen
Large Pino Boxes by Antrei Hartikainen

Large Pino Boxes by Antrei Hartikainen

By Antrei Hartikainen

Located in Geneve, CH

Large Pino boxes by Antrei Hartikainen Materials: Oak, natural oil wax Dimensions: D 9, W 9, H 5 / 9,5 / 14cm A set of three vertical and two horizontal stacking boxes constructed o...

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2010s Finnish Modern Tableware

Materials

Oak

Pair of Touché Bois Black Ash Wood Small Handle by Mason Editions
Pair of Touché Bois Black Ash Wood Small Handle by Mason Editions

Pair of Touché Bois Black Ash Wood Small Handle by Mason Editions

Located in Geneve, CH

Pair of Touché Bois black ash wood small handle by Mason Editions Dimensions: 36 × H 4.4 cm Materials: walnut Canaletto wood A light metal rod that rests on the surface and t...

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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Iron

Tias Eckhoff for Lundtofte, Denmark. Five-person "Opus" dinner cutlery set.
Tias Eckhoff for Lundtofte, Denmark. Five-person "Opus" dinner cutlery set.

Tias Eckhoff for Lundtofte, Denmark. Five-person "Opus" dinner cutlery set.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Tias Eckhoff for Lundtofte, Denmark. A complete five-person "Opus" dinner cutlery set. Stainless steel and black plastic. From the 1960s. Marked. In excellent condition with minor si...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Set of Six Vintage Mother-of-Pearl Napkin Rings, 1950s
Set of Six Vintage Mother-of-Pearl Napkin Rings, 1950s

Set of Six Vintage Mother-of-Pearl Napkin Rings, 1950s

Located in PARIS, FR

This exquisite set of six vintage napkin rings is crafted from genuine mother-of-pearl, exuding timeless elegance and sophistication. Originating from the 1950s, these rare pieces ar...

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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Italian vintage steel soda water dispenser by Esperia, 1930s
Italian vintage steel soda water dispenser by Esperia, 1930s

Italian vintage steel soda water dispenser by Esperia, 1930s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian vintage steel soda water dispenser by Esperia, 1930s Steel soda water or beverage dispenser. The dispenser is oval in shape with oval base. There's a round crank on the side ...

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1930s Italian Vintage Tableware

Materials

Steel

Danish Mid-century modern teak salt and pepper shaker set
Danish Mid-century modern teak salt and pepper shaker set

Danish Mid-century modern teak salt and pepper shaker set

By Laurids Lonborg

Located in Skarpnäck, SE

An iconic pair of Danish teak salt and pepper shakers designed by Laurids Lønborg, produced in the late 1960s. These sculptural table objects perfectly embody the essence of Danish M...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Teak

Six Unusual Rounded Square Porcelain Plates, 19th Century
Six Unusual Rounded Square Porcelain Plates, 19th Century

Six Unusual Rounded Square Porcelain Plates, 19th Century

By Carlsbad

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

Six unusual rounded square porcelain plates, impressed mark for B&D Carlsbad, Bohemian, mid-19th century. With a wide border, striking hand painted floral decoration in deep burgundy...

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Mid-19th Century Czech Bohemian Antique Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Columbia by 1847 Rogers Silverplate Flatware Set for 12 Service 104 pcs
Columbia by 1847 Rogers Silverplate Flatware Set for 12 Service 104 pcs

Columbia by 1847 Rogers Silverplate Flatware Set for 12 Service 104 pcs

By 1847 Rogers Bros.

Located in Big Bend, WI

This exquisite and desirable pattern was designed for the Columbian Exposition held in Chicago in 1893. The nations of the world joined with America to celebrate the 400th anniversar...

Category

20th Century 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.