Art Deco Tuppack Breakfast Set
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco Tuppack breakfast set (1808-1945).
1910s Polish Art Deco Vintage Tableware
Glass
Art Deco Tuppack Breakfast Set
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco Tuppack breakfast set (1808-1945).
Glass
Burgundy by Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 129 Pcs Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Inspired by the French Renaissance, the Burgundy sterling silver flatware pattern from Reed & Barton is decorated with motifs of scro...
Sterling Silver
Persian by Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set of Service 92 Pieces
By Edward C. Moore, Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Stunning Persian by Tiffany and Co. sterling silver flatware set of 92 pieces. This set includes: 12 Dinner knives, 9 1/4" 12 Dinner forks, 8" 12 Luncheon/dessert forks, 7 1/8" ...
Sterling Silver
Queen Elizabeth i by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 32 Pcs New
Located in Big Bend, WI
The golden age of royal splendor and prosperity during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I inspired this pattern, introduced in 1970. With a stem of perfectly proportioned curving arcs an...
Sterling Silver
Postmodern Vintage Toaster Designed by Michael Graves
Located in San Diego, CA
Great design on this collectible piece by Michael Graves for Black & Decker , circa 1990's it works but the bish on the plastic is worn due to age as shown.
Metal
Antique English Silver Plated Nautilus Shell Spoon Warmer
Located in Wilton, CT
Made from silver plate, this charming Victorian piece of tableware captures history of the dining experience of the era. Spoon warmers were considered to be one of the essential “fan...
Silver Plate
Richelieu by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set of 12 Service 102 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Designed in the French Renaissance style this ornate pattern has nature inspired motifs including the popular acanthus leaf. Stunning Richelieu by International...
Sterling Silver
Crystal Set of Six Lausitzer Stem Glasses with Colored Overlay Cut to Clear
By Lausitzer
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage set of six cuts to clear crystal stem glasses. Clear demi crystal glass. Six sides facetted and toothed stem. The bowl with colored ...
Crystal
Continental by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 66 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Continental is the perfect pattern choice for those who are looking for a highly polished, clean, contemporary look. Continental By International Sterling Silver flatware...
Sterling Silver
Jens H. Quistgaard Dual Pepper - Salt Mill & Shaker in Teak, 1960s
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...
Teak
Provence by Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 61 Pcs Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Provence by Tiffany - Eighteenth century France was the inspiration for this pattern - rich, yet much less formal and ornate than most design patterns of the period. The name is most...
Sterling Silver
Rambler Rose by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 8 Service 43 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Highly polished sides with a trellis of rambling roses down the center and of the handle best describes the Rambler Rose pattern first introduced by Towle in 1937. Beautiful RAMBLER...
Sterling Silver
Southern Colonial by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service 12 Set 94 Pc
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful Southern Colonial by International sterling silver flatware set of 94 pieces. This set includes: 12 knives, 9 1/4" 12 forks, 7 3/8" 12 sal...
Sterling Silver
Emilia Castillo Pure Silver & Porcelain Frog Salt & Pepper Shakers, Taxco 1998
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A whimsical and collectible salt and pepper shaker set designed and handcrafted by Emilia Castillo in Taxco, Mexico. This charming duo depicts a mother frog and baby frog, each sculp...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Queen Anne Williamsburg by Stieff Sterling Silver Flatware Set 48 Service 296 Pc
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental Queen Anne Williamsburg by Stieff Sterling Silver Flatware set - 296 pieces. This set includes: 48 knives, 9 1/4", 48 dinner forks...
Sterling Silver
Dolphin by Frigast Denmark Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 34 pieces
By Frigast
Located in Big Bend, WI
Scandinavian "Dolphin" by Frigast Denmark sterling silver Flatware set - 34 pieces. This scarce pattern features a stylized dolphin at the base of the ...
Sterling Silver
Carl Aubock for Amboss 35 Piece Flatware Set Mid Century Modern
Located in Atlanta, GA
Modernist stainless steel flatware set, designed by Carl Aubock for Amboss, Austria, circa 1960s. This is a 5 piece set for 7 guests, 35 pieces total. The largest piece measures 8.25...
Stainless Steel
Max Meder, Hand Carved Wooden Squirrel Brush & Pan, France, 1950s
By Max Meder
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Large mid-century wooden squirrel brush & pan by Max MEDER (Paris), France, 1950s. Squirrel eating a nut. Noble woods. Measures: Squirrel - Height: 6.7" (17cm), Width : 7.9"(20cm), D...
Wood
Hampton Court by Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 60 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful Hampton Court by Reed & Barton sterling silver Flatware set - 60 pieces. This set includes: 12 knives, 9 1/8" 12 forks, 7 1/2" 12 salad forks, 6 5/8" 12 teaspoons, 6" 12 p...
Sterling Silver
$3,000Sale Price / set|40% Off
Vintage Lenox presidential collection five place setting for 9
By Lenox's Ceramic Art Company
Located in Birmingham, AL
This Lenox presidential collection Design: Gold and deep burgundy floral border and center. Five piece place setting for 9 people are new in origin...
Bone
Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Flatware, Extensive 91 Piece Set
Located in Atlanta, GA
Modernist stainless steel flatware set, designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, Austria, circa 1963. This is a large set containing 91 pieces total. They are constructed of dishwas...
Stainless Steel
Lansdowne by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 72 Pieces Dinner
By Gorham
Located in Big Bend, WI
Each piece of Lansdowne is adorned with a distinctive urn design and Greek-style foliage. These design elements beautifully compliment Colonial and Georgian decor...
Sterling Silver
1932 King Richard Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set 61 Pieces, 11.9 Settings
Located in Hyattsville, MD
1932 King Richard Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set with 61 pieces. ALMOST 12 PLACE SETTINGS (Missing one Soup Spoon!) Only 11 Soup...
Sterling Silver
Space Age Drinking Set Orangeade by Jean Pierre Vitrac, 1970s, Set of 9
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Vintage 'Orangeade' 1970s drinking set designed by Jean Pierre Vitrac in a vibrant orange color. This beautiful set includes six plastic cups and a...
Plastic
Fidelio by Christofle France Silverplate Flatware Service 12 Set 175 pcs Dinner
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. Mon...
Silver Plate
Acorn by Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set 12 Service 63 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...
Sterling Silver
El Grandee by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 52 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Lavish, handcrafted detailing graces the stem and handle of this pattern. El Grandee is a richly designed, highly sophisticated addition to any formal setting. El Grandee by Towle...
Sterling Silver
Marie Antoinette by D'enfert French Silverplate Flatware Silverware Service Set
Located in Big Bend, WI
Stunning monumental Marie Antoinette by Revinet D'Enfert French vintage Silverplated Flatware set - 275 pieces. This set features a c...
Sterling Silver
$18,000Sale Price / set|25% Off
Extensive 70 Piece Crystal Service Antique Ruby Cabochon & Gilt Custom
By Moser
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A hard to find custom ordered extensive crystal service ware with 2 sizes for 18, and 2 sizes for 17. This custom service features cabochon ruby style pan...
Crystal, Gold
Danish Modern Steak Knife set by Chef Le Blanc for Selandia NIB
By Dansk
Located in San Diego, CA
A set of 6 teak and stainless steak knives, designed in the 1970s by Chef JP LeBlanc for Selandia. They were never used. Comes with the box and original plastic sleeves. Beautiful Sc...
Stainless Steel
Pair of Big Vases Wmf, German, 1910 in Silver Plated, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 Vases WMF Signs: Page: 371 in the Book – Art Nouveau Domestic Metalwork from WMF Wurttembergische Metallwarenfabrik: The English Catalogue 1906 Hardcover. WMF G: Introduces on ...
Metal
Giorgio by Pampaloni Italy Sterling Silver Silverware Set Service 138 Pieces
By Pampaloni
Located in Big Bend, WI
Pampaloni Tuscany, Italy Over a hundred years ago, in 1902, grandfather Pampaloni founded a workshop that would become one of the most prestigious silver factories in Florence, just ...
Sterling Silver
Colonial Shell by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 77pc Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Scarce Dinner Size Colonial Shell by International Sterling Silver Flatware set - 77 pieces. This set includes: 12 dinner size knives, 9 7/8" 12 dinner size forks, 7 3/4" 12 luncheo...
Sterling Silver
Antique Middle Eastern Moroccan Giant 30" Brass Bulbous Samovar with Handles
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Middle Eastern Moroccan Giant 30" Brass Bulbous Samovar with Wooden Handles and Great Authentic Patina. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 30" H x 20" W x 20.5" D.
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Era Northern Italian Faïence Majolica Fish Service, Set of 7
By Nove, Italy
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From the Barrettoni già Antonibon pottery in Nove, Northern Italy, a Mid-Century Modern Era earthenware fish service consisting of a large serving platter and six individual plates. ...
Earthenware
Classic Bouquet by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 65 pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Classic Bouquet by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set, 65 pieces. The handle design is a bouquet of flowers with pierced and beaded detailing. This set includes: 12 Place Size Kniv...
Sterling Silver
"Bombè" Carlo Alessi 1945 Italian Design Steel Metal Tea and Coffee Set
By Alessi, Carlo 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...
Metal, Brass
Raymond Loewy, ‘Charcoal’ coffee pot, Rosenthal - Continental China, 1960s
Located in London, GB
Raymond Loewy (USA, 1893-1986) ‘Charcoal’ coffee pot Designed 1960, produced by Continental China, a division of Rosenthal, Germany Ceramic. Good condition with only minor rubbings ...
Ceramic
Art Deco Letter opener with deer antler around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco Letter opener with deer antler around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled Deer antler original condition
Brass
Florentine Lace by Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set, 8 Service, 57 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Florentine Lace by Reed & Barton sterling silver dinner and luncheon size flatware set of 59 pieces. This set includes: Eight dinner size knives, 9 1/2", eight dinner size forks, ...
Sterling Silver
English Victorian Silver Plate Napkin Ring
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian silver plated square shaped napkin ring resting on rectangular base and supported by leaves on either side
A rare Christofle Flatware Service in Louis XV “Chrysanthemum” Pattern
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
An Antique French partial flatware service by Christofle in the Louis XV ‘Chrysanthemum’ pattern from the late 19th or very early 20th century. The service has a total of 131 pieces...
Silver Plate
Qing Dynasty, Chinese Antique Porcelain / Rice Bowl with Lid, 19th Century
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
A bowl from the Qing dynasty of China (around the 19th century). It is a simple red and green painting. I feel very kind and cute. Also, when you remove the lid, you can see the g...
Porcelain
Spring Glory by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 48 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Spring Glory by International sterling silver flatware set of 48 pieces. This pattern was introduced by International in the year 1942 and was designed by Lillian V.M. Helander, daughter of Swedish immigrants - a true pioneer woman...
Sterling Silver
Pair of Midcentury Danish Teak Candlesticks, Signed, Denmark, circa 1960s
Located in Chatham, ON
Pair of midcentury Danish teak candlesticks - featuring an elegant modern design in a medium brown finish - each signed on the base (unidentif...
Teak
Crystal by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 54 Pcs Modern
Located in Big Bend, WI
Mid-Century Modern Crystal by International sterling silver flatware set of 54 pieces. This set includes: 12 knives, 9 1/4". 12 forks, 7 1/2". 12 salad forks, 7". 12 teaspoons, 6 1/...
Sterling Silver
Noritake Mentone Blue Gold and White Saucer
By Noritake
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pretty porcelain white saucer with blue and gold detail by Noritake. This beautiful plate has a painted blue and gold rim with sprays of flowers in varying hues of blue at the center. Two gold decorative flourishes adorn the dish in between the blue bouquets. Bottom Reads: Noritake China...
Gold
Italian Vintage Stainless Steel Tray in Baroque Style By Alessi 60s Medium size
By Alessi
Located in Roma, IT
We are pleased to offer for sale an Italian mid–20th-century tray—modern in spirit yet clearly inspired by the 18th century. Made in Italy between the 1960s and 1970s by the historic...
Stainless Steel
6 Meissen Splendour Plates, Dulong Relief With Finest Bird Painting C. 1850
By Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kaendler
Located in Vienna, AT
Set of 6 magnificent Meissen porcelain plates Shape: Dulong relief, scalloped edge Decoration: Overglaze painting, colourful pairs of birds on leafy branches in front of a landscap...
Porcelain
70 Piece Cutlery Set Made of 24 Carat Gilded Stainless Steel in Cassette by SBS
Located in Doornspijk, NL
This wonderfully eclectic cutlery set in a luxurious case serves 12 persons. The design is a gem on every dining table. The sleek straight lines of the stainless steel form a great contrast with the gilded decorations on the blades. SBS cutlery with the addition “Made in Solingen” is worldwide synonymous with cutlery and knives of the highest level. Since the 16th century, the most talented knife and cutlery manufacturers have been based in Solingen with craftsmanship from experienced masters. One of these companies is SBS which is best known for its gilded cutlery...
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Du Barry by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service 6 Set 33 pcs Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gorgeous Dinner Size Du Barry by International sterling silver flatware set with unique all around floral handle, 33 pieces. This set includes: 6 Dinner Size Knives, 9 3/4" 6 Dinner...
Sterling Silver
Meissen Coffee Mocha & Dessert Set For 6 Persons 1001 Arabian Nights 25 Pieces
By Heinz Werner, Meissen Porcelain, Ludwig Zepner
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen service, consisting of 25 pieces: 1 mocha pot with lid, 1 milk jug, 1 lidded sugar bowl, 1 small bowl, 1 tea caddy, 1 bottle for rose essence, 6 cups, 6 saucers, 6 dessert pl...
Porcelain
Art Deco Chrome and Galalith Knife Rests Ensemble in Box
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...
Metal, Chrome
Etruscan by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 32 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Etruscan by Gorham Sterling Silver flatware set 32 pieces. This set includes: Eight knives, 8 3/4", eight forks, 7", ei...
Sterling Silver
Otagiri Ceramic Scallop Shell Napkin Holder
Located in Bradenton, FL
A handcrafted Japanese ceramic beachcomber napkin holder by Otagiri. Shaped in the form of two outward facing scallop shells with fine details to the ribs and concentric growth lines...
Ceramic
Rörstrand, Sweden. “Lotta”, set of a coffee pot, sugar bowl and cream jug.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Rörstrand, Sweden “Lotta” coffee set, 1970s. Set consisting of a coffee pot, sugar bowl and cream jug in faience with white glaze, green and blue decoration. Origin: Sweden. Manufac...
Faience
Grandbourg Christofle Argentina Silverplate Flatware Service 12 Set 89 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. Gorgeous Grandbourg made in Argentina...
Silver Plate
Saint Louis Set of Glasses & Decanters Thistles Crystal Gold 28 Pieces
By Saint Louis
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Set of "Thistles" glasses and decanter made in cut crystal and gold engraving by Saint Louis. All the pieces are signed under the foot. Set for 6 people including 28 pieces: - 6 cha...
Crystal, Gold
Loop by Towle Crate & Barrel Stainless Steel Flatware set 30 pcs Modern Unused
Located in Big Bend, WI
Unused Modern Loop by Towle for Crate & Barrel Stainless Steel Flatware set - 30 pieces. This set includes: 6 Dinner Knives, 9 1/8" 6 Dinner Forks, 7 7/8" 6 Salad Forks, 6 3/4" 6 Tea...
Stainless Steel
Collection of 4 Ceramic Fruits by Eisen Arts
By Eisen Arts
Located in Hanover, MA
Charming and realistic ceramic fruits (green apple, Anjou pear and 2 Bosc pears) each signed. B. Eisen of Eisen Arts. Each fruit is in two halves and can be opened up.
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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.
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Perhaps best known as a Revolutionary War hero, Revere was also an accomplished silversmith, and this pot is now available on 1stDibs.
Clever objects like these make feasting even more festive.