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Minton "Haddon Hall" Bone China Dinner Service for Fourteen, Floral Design
Minton "Haddon Hall" Bone China Dinner Service for Fourteen, Floral Design

Minton "Haddon Hall" Bone China Dinner Service for Fourteen, Floral Design

By Minton

Located in Astoria, NY

Minton "Haddon Hall" Bone China Dinner Service for Fourteen, floral design, each marked "Maddon Hall / Minton / Bone China / Made in England / Designed by John Waddington", comprisin...

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20th Century British Tableware

Materials

Pottery

Abalone shell salt & pepper shakers with tray, Alpaca Mexico, 1970s
Abalone shell salt & pepper shakers with tray, Alpaca Mexico, 1970s

Abalone shell salt & pepper shakers with tray, Alpaca Mexico, 1970s

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Superb salt & pepper shakers with tray designed and produced in Mexico during the 1970's. This artisanal set with abalone mother-of-pearl and alpaca, is a true work of art. A bea...

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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Shell, Abalone, Alpaca

Tjorn by Dansk Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 50 Pieces Mid-Century Mod
Tjorn by Dansk Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 50 Pieces Mid-Century Mod

Tjorn by Dansk Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 50 Pieces Mid-Century Mod

By Dansk

Located in Big Bend, WI

The innovative and highly desirable flatware pattern "Tjorn" by Dansk was designed by Danish artist and designer Jens Quistgaard in 1959. It features striking Scandinavian modern des...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

"Bombè" Carlo Alessi 1945 Italian Design Steel Metal Tea and Coffee Set
"Bombè" Carlo Alessi 1945 Italian Design Steel Metal Tea and Coffee Set

"Bombè" Carlo Alessi 1945 Italian Design Steel Metal Tea and Coffee Set

By Carlo Alessi, Alessi

Located in Brescia, IT

Carlo Alessi 1945 design, Made in Italy. Stainless steel handles and knobs in applewood. The set includes coffee pot, 2 tea pots, milk jug, sugar bowl and oval tray. First edition with the old mark "Alfra...

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1940s Vintage Tableware

Materials

Metal, Brass

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 Helen von Boch, Villeroy & 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

Vintage 144 pc. Set of Thai Nickel Bronze Flatware in Teak case
Vintage 144 pc. Set of Thai Nickel Bronze Flatware in Teak case

Vintage 144 pc. Set of Thai Nickel Bronze Flatware in Teak case

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is nice set of flatware from Thailand .The set is made of nickel bronze. It's 144 pieces and is service for 12. The flatware was made in the mid century period. The flatware ser...

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20th Century Thai Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Bronze, Nickel

New Volumes Terracotta Harvest Tableware by Megan Morton
New Volumes Terracotta Harvest Tableware by Megan Morton

New Volumes Terracotta Harvest Tableware by Megan Morton

Located in CREMORNE, AU

A modular design consisting of five individual pieces that can be combined to create a tabletop sprout planter or used alone or in different combinations as a cake stand, serving plates, a dinner set or colander. Collections for the home and office by Artedomus, New Volumes...

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2010s Italian Tableware

Materials

Terracotta

English King Gold by Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 48 pcs
English King Gold by Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 48 pcs

English King Gold by Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 48 pcs

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Big Bend, WI

ENGLISH KING (c. 1885) Patterns similar to our English King were first used in France and England late in the eighteenth century and have remained among the most popular styles for>...

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Early 20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Chrome and Galalith Knife Rests Ensemble in Box
Art Deco Chrome and Galalith Knife Rests Ensemble in Box

Art Deco Chrome and Galalith Knife Rests Ensemble in Box

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This rare French Art Deco knife rest or chopstick rest ensemble is still in its original box. The geometric shape features a chromed metal square stick shape with individual salt and...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Tableware

Materials

Metal, Chrome

René Lalique, France. "Honfleur" Art glass plate. 1960s/70s
René Lalique, France. "Honfleur" Art glass plate. 1960s/70s

René Lalique, France. "Honfleur" Art glass plate. 1960s/70s

Located in København, Copenhagen

René Lalique (1860-1945), France. "Honfleur" Art glass plate. Model: Honfleur 1960/70s. Signed Lalique France. Perfect condition. Dimensions: D 21.0 cm x H 2.0 cm.

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1960s French Vintage Tableware

Materials

Art Glass

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

Set for 8 EKCO Eterna "Canoe Muffin" Mid-Century Danish Modern Flatware - 1960s
Set for 8 EKCO Eterna "Canoe Muffin" Mid-Century Danish Modern Flatware - 1960s

Set for 8 EKCO Eterna "Canoe Muffin" Mid-Century Danish Modern Flatware - 1960s

By EKCO

Located in St. Louis, MO

Classic Danish influenced Mid-Century sleek modernist designed stainless flatware / silverware set & serving pieces designed and sold by EKCO Products International and produced in Japan, circa 1960s. This set is from the EKCO Eterna...

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1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Strasbourg by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 67 pcs Dinner
Strasbourg by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 67 pcs Dinner

Strasbourg by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 67 pcs Dinner

By Gorham

Located in Big Bend, WI

Flowing scrollwork follows the gently curved handles of this magnificent pattern inspired by the rococo style of design favoring shell-like curves prevailing in 18th Century France. ...

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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Latin American Folk Art Serving Spatula
Vintage Latin American Folk Art Serving Spatula

Vintage Latin American Folk Art Serving Spatula

By OWO Ceramics

Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR

Handmade vintage folk art Bolivian serving spatula. Embodying the rich cultural heritage of Latin American folk art, the serving utensil is in excellent condition and ready to be used. By seamlessly merging beauty, practicality, and history, this engraved spatula elevates the dining experience by infusing it with both aesthetics and cultural significance. The engraving details on this vintage spatula...

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20th Century Bolivian Folk Art Tableware

Materials

Silver, Nickel

Diamond by Reed and Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 18 Service 101 pcs
Diamond by Reed and Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 18 Service 101 pcs

Diamond by Reed and Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 18 Service 101 pcs

By Reed & Barton

Located in Big Bend, WI

The Diamond pattern was designed by internationally renowned Italian architect and designer Gio Ponti and introduced by Reed & Barton in the year 1958. It has a wonderful Mid-Century Modern Design. This is our best selling Mid Century Modern flatware...

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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

Buccellati Borgia Sterling Silver Dinner Set for 12 with 96 Pieces
Buccellati Borgia Sterling Silver Dinner Set for 12 with 96 Pieces

Buccellati Borgia Sterling Silver Dinner Set for 12 with 96 Pieces

By Buccellati, Ilario Pradella 1

Located in New York, NY

Borgia sterling silver dinner set for twelve. This set comprises 96 pieces (dimensions in inches): Forks: 12 dinner forks (8 1/4), 12 luncheon forks (7 1/2), and 12 salad forks (7);...

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Late 20th Century Italian Baroque Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Eighteenth Century Reed & Barton 18th Sterling Silver Flatware Set 45 Pcs Dinner
Eighteenth Century Reed & Barton 18th Sterling Silver Flatware Set 45 Pcs Dinner

Eighteenth Century Reed & Barton 18th Sterling Silver Flatware Set 45 Pcs Dinner

By Reed & Barton

Located in Big Bend, WI

Emphasizing a graceful design whose classic lines carry the timeless beauty of another age to tabletops today, the 18th Century Pattern from Reed & Barton is reflective of a time ric...

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Late 20th Century North American Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Trinket Tray by Six Dots Design, Oiled Aluminum, Post-Modern Style, UK
Trinket Tray by Six Dots Design, Oiled Aluminum, Post-Modern Style, UK

Trinket Tray by Six Dots Design, Oiled Aluminum, Post-Modern Style, UK

Located in Geneve, CH

Trinket Tray by Six Dots Design Unique Piece. Dimensions: D 21 x W 13.5 x H 21 cm Materials: Sanded and oiled aluminum. Six Dots designs and makes bespoke furniture in North London....

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2010s British Post-Modern Tableware

Materials

Aluminum

Antique Haviland Limoges Porcelain White & Gold Casserole Serving Tureens 15"
Antique Haviland Limoges Porcelain White & Gold Casserole Serving Tureens 15"

Antique Haviland Limoges Porcelain White & Gold Casserole Serving Tureens 15"

By Haviland & Co.

Located in Dayton, OH

Impressive lot of Antique 19th century French Limoges serving pieces by Haviland & Co featuring gold acanthus leaf designs. Includes: Lidded Oval Tureen, Lidded Hexagonal Tureen...

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19th Century French Victorian Antique Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Royal Copenhagen Figural Ceramic Salt & Pepper Shakers
Royal Copenhagen Figural Ceramic Salt & Pepper Shakers

Royal Copenhagen Figural Ceramic Salt & Pepper Shakers

By Royal Copenhagen

Located in Northport, MI

Charming pair of Royal Copenhagen figural ceramic salt and pepper shakers, each modeled as a woman in traditional dress with stylized facial features and finely hand-painted detail. ...

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1960s Vintage Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Acorn by Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set 12 Service 89 Pieces
Acorn by Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set 12 Service 89 Pieces

Acorn by Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set 12 Service 89 Pieces

By Georg Jensen

Located in Big Bend, WI

Gorgeous sterling silver stuns in this rich pattern that features a natural theme reminiscent of old world grace. A classic design yet with an understated touch, this pattern focuses...

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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Folio Floral Indigo Cotton Table Napkin, Handcrafted By Artisans ( set of 4  )
Folio Floral Indigo Cotton Table Napkin, Handcrafted By Artisans ( set of 4  )

Folio Floral Indigo Cotton Table Napkin, Handcrafted By Artisans ( set of 4 )

By Studio Variously

Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI

Folio Indigo table napkin is a unique modern artisanal napkin. Created artistically and ethically by artisans in India using shibori print technique, using only pure natural dyes. ...

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2010s Indian Modern Tableware

Materials

Cotton

Tiffin Glass Company Pink Diamond Optic Stemware Set, 8 Pieces
Tiffin Glass Company Pink Diamond Optic Stemware Set, 8 Pieces

Tiffin Glass Company Pink Diamond Optic Stemware Set, 8 Pieces

Located in Coral Gables, FL

A lovely set of nine Pink Diamond Optic stemmed glasses attributed to Tiffin Glass Company, produced during the Depression Glass era. Each glass stands approximately 4.5 inches tall and features a delicate diamond optic body that captures light beautifully through the soft pink glass. The faceted optical pattern gives the pieces a refined sparkle, while the slender stems and rounded footed bases create an elegant silhouette suitable for dessert wine, champagne, sherbet, cordials, or decorative display. Tiffin Glass Company was one of the notable American glassmakers of the early twentieth century, admired for producing both elegant and decorative glassware with graceful forms and luminous color. Pink Depression Glass...

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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Glass

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

Set of 6 Londra Pink with Orange Satin Base Highball Glasses
Set of 6 Londra Pink with Orange Satin Base Highball Glasses

Set of 6 Londra Pink with Orange Satin Base Highball Glasses

By Creart

Located in Milan, IT

A refined set of 6 highball glasses brings a vibrant note to the table, with a delicate pink profile and a satin orange base that adds depth and luminosity. The faceted lower section...

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2010s Italian Tableware

Materials

Glass

Albi by Christofle France Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 8 Set 87 pieces
Albi by Christofle France Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 8 Set 87 pieces

Albi by Christofle France Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 8 Set 87 pieces

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. Th...

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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Olympian by Tiffany and Co Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 139 pc Dinner
Olympian by Tiffany and Co Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 139 pc Dinner

Olympian by Tiffany and Co Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 139 pc Dinner

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Big Bend, WI

The incredible multi-motif Olympian pattern, which was introduced by Tiffany & Co. in 1878, is the most elaborate and complex of all Tiffany flatware designs. Each piece of Olympian ...

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Late 19th Century Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of Italian Polished Pewter Salt & Pepper Shakers
Set of Italian Polished Pewter Salt & Pepper Shakers

Set of Italian Polished Pewter Salt & Pepper Shakers

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Italian Set of Salt Shakers & Pepper Grinder in Polished Pewter, a Set of Two. This classic pair is marked Made in Italy on the bottom. Wonderful addition to add to your table for e...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Pewter

Gucci Silver Plate Place Card Holders with Fish Motif, circa 1960
Gucci Silver Plate Place Card Holders with Fish Motif, circa 1960

Gucci Silver Plate Place Card Holders with Fish Motif, circa 1960

By Gucci

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rare Gucci Silver Plate Place Card Holders with Exotic Fish Motif, circa 1960 Add a touch of luxury to your private table setting with this exceptional set of six silver plate place ...

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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Metal

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

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

Located in Labrit, Landes

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

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Early 20th Century French Tableware

Materials

Silver

Set of Ten Antique French Majolica Plates by Saint-Clément, Circa 1910
Set of Ten Antique French Majolica Plates by Saint-Clément, Circa 1910

Set of Ten Antique French Majolica Plates by Saint-Clément, Circa 1910

Located in Coral Gables, FL

A charming and increasingly scarce set of ten antique French majolica plates produced by Saint-Clément, one of France’s most celebrated faience manufactories. Dating to the early twe...

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Early 20th Century French Rustic Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Shell and Thread by Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 139 pcs Din
Shell and Thread by Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 139 pcs Din

Shell and Thread by Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 139 pcs Din

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Big Bend, WI

Shell & Thread was first introduced by Tiffany in 1905. Its design is typical of patterns made in England during the long reign of King George III. The raised-border edges, which acc...

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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling 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

Arabia - Moomin Snorkmaiden Mug
Arabia - Moomin Snorkmaiden Mug

Arabia - Moomin Snorkmaiden Mug

By Arabia

Located in MAASTRICHT, LI

Product description: This moomin mug depicts the character "snorkmaiden" from the Moomin series. The artwork on the mug has been designed / chosen by Tove Slotte. The form-desing of ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

MCM Scandinavian teak Pepper Mill by Ole Hansen for P. Broste Denmark
MCM Scandinavian teak Pepper Mill by Ole Hansen for P. Broste Denmark

MCM Scandinavian teak Pepper Mill by Ole Hansen for P. Broste Denmark

By P. Broste Copenhagen

Located in BELFORT, FR

Beautiful mid century scandinavian pepper mill, signed Ole Hansen for P. Broste Denmark on the bottom. Great condition.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Brass

Antique Royal Bayreuth Bavaria Strawberry Porcelain Creamer with Gilt
Antique Royal Bayreuth Bavaria Strawberry Porcelain Creamer with Gilt

Antique Royal Bayreuth Bavaria Strawberry Porcelain Creamer with Gilt

Located in Coral Gables, FL

A delightful antique Royal Bayreuth Bavaria porcelain creamer modeled as a ripe strawberry, with a richly hand-painted red body, green leafy rim, white blossom detail, and an elegant...

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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Etruscan by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 8 Service 32 Pieces
Etruscan by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 8 Service 32 Pieces

Etruscan by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 8 Service 32 Pieces

By Gorham

Located in Big Bend, WI

Vintage Gorham sterling silver flatware set in the Etruscan pattern featuring an Art Deco style Greek Key design Although this pattern was released in 1913, one can see that it was a...

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Early 20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Francis I by Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set of Old Mark 86 Pieces
Francis I by Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set of Old Mark 86 Pieces

Francis I by Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set of Old Mark 86 Pieces

By Reed & Barton

Located in Big Bend, WI

Often called America's most glorious sterling silver flatware pattern, Francis I is a true work of art. Each piece's central decoration represents a different cluster of fruit and fl...

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Early 20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Contemporary Crystal Green Tequila Glass Shot Handcrafted Natalia Criado
Contemporary Crystal Green Tequila Glass Shot Handcrafted Natalia Criado

Contemporary Crystal Green Tequila Glass Shot Handcrafted Natalia Criado

Located in Milan, IT

Enjoy a shot with this tequila glass, handcrafted in Tuscany by skilled artisans. Ideal for savoring tequila, mezcal, or other fine spirits, this glass from the wonder crystals colle...

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2010s Tableware

Materials

Crystal

22 Sets Helmut Alder Amboss Austria 2070 Flatware Cutlery, 1960s
22 Sets Helmut Alder Amboss Austria 2070 Flatware Cutlery, 1960s

22 Sets Helmut Alder Amboss Austria 2070 Flatware Cutlery, 1960s

Up to 22 sets of this beautiful vintage modernist flatware from Austria, model 2070, designed by Helmut Alder in 1959 and produced by Neuzeughammer Ambosswerk in the 1960s. Each set...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Dutch Silver Dessert Set by Gerritsen, 1907
Dutch Silver Dessert Set by Gerritsen, 1907

Dutch Silver Dessert Set by Gerritsen, 1907

Located in Delft, NL

Dutch silver dessert set by Gerritsen, 1907 A set of 12 Dutch silver dessert spoons and a Silver large serving spoon with twisted and oval shape...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Tableware

Materials

Silver

Unusual Set of 18th Century Blue and White Plates, Platers and Lidded Plates
Unusual Set of 18th Century Blue and White Plates, Platers and Lidded Plates

Unusual Set of 18th Century Blue and White Plates, Platers and Lidded Plates

Located in Epfach, DE

Decorative Set of Blue and White Porcelain Plates, China, 18th Century This striking and unusual set of 19 blue and white porcelain pieces includes plates, platters, and lidded pla...

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Late 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

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.