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Tableware For Sale
Period: 19th Century
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
Fine Pair of George III Grand Tour Influenced Silver-Gilt Salts by William
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A Fine Pair of Twin Handled George III Grand Tour Influenced Silver-Gilt Salts of Bath Form by William Fountain, London 1808. Each lined in gilt and finely tooled with leaf clasp ...
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Early 19th Century English George IV Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

Decorative Gilt Interior Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Goblet, London 1861
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1861 by Henry Holland, this stunning, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Goblet, is campagna shaped, and features chased floral and scroll decoration to the b...
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1860s English Victorian Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early 19th Century Mahogany Tray
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 19th century mahogany tray of rectangular form, surround gallery three quarters raised and with two fret cut carrying handles, circa 1830.  
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1830s British Regency Antique Tableware

Materials

Mahogany

Majolica Asparagus Plates Wicker Style Set of 4 Manufactured by Orchies France
Located in Paris, FR
This 19th-century Majolica asparagus hand-painted plate was made in France. Asparagus plate in barbotine - slip decorated with colored asparagus in the middle part, wicker style text...
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19th Century French Antique Tableware

Materials

Majolica

Antique Mid - 18th Century George III sterling silver dinner plate
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Mid - 18th Century George III sterling silver dinner plate Maker: Sebastian & James Crespell Made in England, London, 1767 Fully Hallmarked. The dinner plate is with raised sides, a shaped edge, and an applied gadroon border. There is an engraved crest of a bird with an opened beak. Sebastian and James Crespell were important 'largeworkers' and the leading plate makers of their day. They supplied George III's first royal silversmith Thomas Heming with much wrought plate, and after 1770 became the principal suppliers for Parker and Wakelin...
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Mid-18th Century British George III Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

Colonial by Jones, Ball, & Poor Pure Coin Silver Tea Set 4pc Antique '#6108'
By Jones, Ball & Poor
Located in Big Bend, WI
Jones, Ball, & Poor Early Colonial by Jones, Ball, & Poor c1846-1853 coin silver four-piece tea set stamped Pure Coin. This set includes: 1 - Coff...
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19th Century Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

Japanese Copper and Cloisonne Set
Located in Vienna, AT
Japanese copper and cloisonne set. Set of a large dragon plate, a vase and two lidded boxes with bright blue interior, excellent antique cloisonne bowl.
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1890s Antique Tableware

Materials

Copper

George III Period Antique Sterling Silver Lidded Tankard, Newcastle, 1772
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Newcastle in 1772 by David Crawford, this handsome, George III period, Antique sterling silver tankard, has a tucked in shape, and a domed top. The tankard measures...
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1770s English George III Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Antique Decorative Spoon Rests, Japanese, Teak, Kitchen Stand, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique decorative spoon rests. A Japanese bamboo-effect carved teak kitchen utility stand, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 190...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Tableware

Materials

Teak

Set of 4 Majolica Asparagus Artichoke Plates French Manufactured by KG Luneville
Located in Paris, FR
Asparagus plate in earthenware decorated in barbotine/slip with two artichokes heads, leaves and asparagus. Model with double-hole for sauce : on one artichoke and one leaf. Green an...
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19th Century French Antique Tableware

Materials

Majolica

Circa 1860 Coin Silver Napkin Ring
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Elegant, large napkin ring anthemion borders, arches, and leaves. Coin silver, c.1860s. Unmarked except style #182. 1 11/16" diameter, 2 1/16 height.  
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Mid-19th Century Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Tea and Sugar Cadies
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive set of three antique Georgian English sterling silver sugar and tea caddies - boxed; an addition to our silver teaware collection These magnificent, fine and impressive antique Georgian silver sugar and tea caddies each have an oblong shaped form. The surface of each antiquecaddy is embellished with impressive embossed and chased scroll and foliate decoration incorporating a stylised animalistic mask to the upper portion. The decoration to either side incorporates a scene depicting a woman arranging flowers, and the posterior surface bears a structure, all in the chinoiserie style. The anterior surfaces these antique tea caddies incorporate scroll and leaf bordered cartouches, each displaying a contemporary engraved coat of arms. The opposing scrolling lower portion of each caddy composes a shaped rim and foot. These caddies are fitted with the original hinged cast silver covers, ornamented with further foliate and floral decoration and surmounted with impressive floral finials. These Georgian silver tea caddies and sugar canister are fitted to the fine and impressive, original hinged wood and skin covered presentation casket, bearing the original velvet lined interior. The presentation box is fitted with the original silver escutcheon and carrying handle, in addition to four bracket style feet emanating from the corners. These magnificent silver boxes are the finest of their type you could hope to acquire. Condition These antique 18th century tea/sugar caddies are a magnificent gauge of silver, magnificent quality and in magnificent condition. The cast, embossed and chased decoration is very sharp and the engraved ornamentation is very crisp; the definition of these details indicates these caddies have seen little or no use. The original casket is distressed in keeping with age, however, remains in working condition. Full hallmarks struck to the underside of the caddies are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the magnificent gauge of silver. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of these 18th century tea caddies. Dimensions Sugar Caddy...
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1750s British Georgian Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Queen Anne Williamsburg by Stieff Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 36 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Queen Anne Williamsburg by Stieff sterling silver flatware set - 36 pieces. This set includes: 8 knives, pistol grip, 9 1/4" 8 forks, 7 3/4" 8...
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19th Century Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georgian Sterling Silver Soup Ladle Edinburgh 1801
Located in East Geelong, VIC
This large Georgian sterling silver soup ladle carries the makers mark for Graham and McLean of Glasgow and was assayed in Edinburgh in 1801...
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Early 1800s Scottish George III Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Albany by Mappin & Webb Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Dinner 156 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Mappin & Webb is a true British treasure with over 241 years of tradition and historical significance in the world of silver and jewellery. Renowned for combining timeless craftsmanship with superior quality and contemporary design, for over two centuries. Superb monumental Albany by Mappin & Webb Sterling Silver Flatware set, 156 pieces. This set includes: 24 Large Banquet...
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Late 19th Century Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Mustard Pot
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver mustard pot; an addition to our silver cruets/condiments coll...
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1860s English Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Meissen Blue Onion Sauce Bowl in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Late 19th C
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Antique Meissen blue onion sauce bowl in hand-painted porcelain. Late 19th century. Measures: 22 x 14 x 8.5 cm. In excellent condition. Stamped. 3rd factory quality.
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Late 19th Century German Antique Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of 19th Century French Majolica Leaf & Floral Plates
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely 19th century pair of French majolica plates with leaves, flowers, and a basketweave border in gorgeous teal and pink colors.. Impr...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Tableware

Materials

Majolica

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...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Owl Pepperettes
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare set of antique English cast sterling silver pepperettes / peppers modelled in the form of owls; an addition...
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1880s British Victorian Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

English Sheffield Silver & Oak Handled Salad Fork & Spoon Serving Pair, c. 1886
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of silver plated servers with English Oak handles, Sheffield, England, circa 1890. Showing the markings for Hammond, Creake & Co., Sheffie...
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1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

Filet Coquille AKA Shell by Aucoc French 950 Silver Flatware Set Service
Located in Big Bend, WI
The Aucoc firm was founded in 1821 by Casimir Aucoc and in 1835 moved their headquarters to the prestigious Rue de la Paix in Paris. The firm regularly collaborated with Christofle and Bon-Taburet, one of the most innovative goldsmiths from the late 19th century and early 20th century. Known for their unique and luxurious styles and craftsmanship the Aucoc firm received numerous medals of recognition from several international exhibitions. Notable clients included King Louis-Phillippe of France, the Duke of Orleans, Napoleon III and his wife Princess Eugenie as well as Queen Victoria of England...
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1850s French Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

Set of 2 Antique 18th C. Dutch Delft Floral Plates
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous near pair of antique 18th-century Dutch Delft faience floral plates with rare scalloped rims. These lovely plates have a hand painted flower pot...
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Mid-18th Century Dutch Antique Tableware

Materials

Delft, Faience

Set of Four Victorian Silver Stands by Hunt & Roskell, London
Located in London, GB
Set of four Victorian silver stands by Hunt & Roskell, London English, 1874, Measures: Height 27cm, diameter 24cm These stunning silver works were made in 1874 by the leading Lo...
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1870s English Victorian Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

New Queens by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 96 Pieces Shell
Located in Big Bend, WI
New Queens by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set, 96 pieces. This timeless, classic, shell-motif pattern was introduced in the year 1899. This set includes: 12 Knives, 9" 12 Dinner...
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Late 19th Century Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Canterbury Bell by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 38 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Canterbury bell by Lunt sterling silver flatware set - 38 pieces. This set includes: 8 knives, 9" 8 forks, 7" 8 salad forks, 6 1/2" 8 teaspoons, 5 7/...
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Late 19th Century Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

French Belle Epoque Silver Gilt & Mother of Pearl Fruit Set for 12
By Gustave Veyrat 1
Located in New York, NY
Turn-of-the-century Belle Epoque 950 silver and mother of pearl fruit set. Made by Gustave Veyrat in France. This set comprises 24 pieces wit...
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

19th Century Victorian Solid Silver & Glass Figural Salts, Elkington, c.1896
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
19th century Victorian pair of silver figural salts, each piece raised on an oval domed base on four scrolling feet, each stunning figural stems mo...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

Antique George III Sterling Silver Oval Tea Pot
Located in Braintree, GB
An Antique George III sterling silver oval tea pot. This tea pot is oval in shape with straight sides, has a wooden handle. The body engraved with monogram. Made in England, L...
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1780s British George III Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

Attractive Victorian Engraved Antique Sterling Silver Goblet - Sheffield 1869
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1869, this very attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Goblet, features a shaped stem and engraved decoration throughout. The goblet measures 7.25"...
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1860s English Victorian Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Georgian English Sterling Silver Caddy Spoon
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver caddy spoon; an addition to our teaware collection. This exceptional antiq...
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1810s English George III Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

19th Century Bohemian Cranberry Overlay Glass Silver Plate Cruet Set, Ménage
Located in Rostock, MV
Antique glass and metal cruet set with 800-silver spoon, the silverplated engraved metal stand parts in two holders for two glass plates, the plates are in bohemian cranberry galss w...
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19th Century Antique Tableware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate, Brass

Set of 3 Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver English King Forks with Monogram
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 3 antique sterling silver forks by Tiffany & Co in the English King pattern. Monogram is very faded, appears to be M (see photo...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rattail Antique by Dominick & Haff Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set Service
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental Rattail antique by Dominick and Haff sterling silver flatware set - 138 pieces. This set includes: 12 dinner size knives, 9 7/8" 12 dinner size forks, 3-tine, 7 3/4" 12 ...
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19th Century Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

George II Period Later Chased Antique Sterling Silver Tankard, London 1756
By John Langlands I & John Goodrick
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Newcastle in 1756, this attractive, George II, Antique Sterling Silver Tankard, has been later chased during the victoria...
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1750s English George II Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Neoclassical Foliate Creut Silver Plate, Gilt & Etched Crystal Set
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and sophisticated set was realized in England during the 19th century. Sitting on four sculptural curved feet- resembling roaring oceanic waves of foliate forms- the bas...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Tableware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

French 800 Silver Sugar Caster
Located in East Geelong, VIC
The fluted body of this very pretty sugar caster is decorated with embossed ribbons and swags of roses and stands on an embossed circular foot. The domed...
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1890s French Belle Époque Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Goblet, London 1861, Henry Wilkinson
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1861 by Henry Wilkinson, this very attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Goblet, features engraved decoration to the body, bead borders, and a gilt i...
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1860s English Victorian Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Italian Silver Tea Tray
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Italian silver two-handled tea tray, an addition to our continental silver collection. This excep...
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Early 1800s Italian Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian 1855 Sterling Silver Mustard Pot
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver mustard pot; an addition to our silver cruets/condiments collection. This fine antique Victorian sterling silver mustard pot has a plain cylindrical form. The body of the mustard pot is embellished with pierced vertical pale and conjoined arch decoration. The flared rim of the mustard pot is ornamented with an applied gadroon decorated border. This fine mustard pot retains the original hallmarked hinged subtly domed cover surmounted with an impressive cast figural mask decorated thumbpiece. This fine example of antique silver...
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1850s English Victorian Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georgian Pewter Measure from the Hope Inn, by Edward J Wilderness Row
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Georgian pewter measure from the Hope Inn, by Edward J Wilderness Row Hope Tavern, 179 Stanhope Street, Euston Road Hallmarked Edward J London of Wi...
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Early 1800s English George III Antique Tableware

Materials

Pewter

Victorian Chased Antique Sterling Silver Childs Mug, London 1867
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1867 by Henry John Lias & Son, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Christening Mug, features chased and engrave...
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1860s English Victorian Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Mid-Century Sterling Salt Shaker & Cellar
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century sterling silver salt shaker & cellar by the world renowned Tiffany & Company. A tailored and clean look make for a sophisticated and elegant set. The salt cellar has a ...
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15th Century and Earlier American Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

7 Antique 18th Century Chinese Export Qianlong Armorial Federal Porcelain China
Located in Dayton, OH
Lot of seven late 18th to early 19th century Chinese Export (Qianlong Period, circa 1780) porcelain pieces in an American federal style with blue and gold motifs and armorial crest c...
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Late 18th Century Chinese Export Antique Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Uppsala by Mema Swedish 830 Silver Flatware Set Service 96 pc Beaded Eric Lofman
Located in Big Bend, WI
Lovely Uppsala by Mema, designed by Eric Lofman, Swedish 830 Silver Flatware set with bead detailing - 96 pieces. This set includes: 12 Knives w/stainles...
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19th Century Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Chrysanthemum by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 126 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
One of Durgin's most popular and beautiful patterns is '"Chrysanthemum". The design is of leaves and chrysanthemum buds and blooms on the front. The back displays 2 chrysanthemums in bloom among leaves and buds. The chrysanthemum flowers flow down beautifully onto the tines, bowls, and serving areas of many of the pieces. Superb Chrysanthemum by Durgin...
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Late 19th Century Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid-19th Century Set of 6 Crystal Knife Rests
Located in Brescia, IT
This is an elegant set of knife rests, from Belgium, made in the mid-19th century. Pieces of timeless design for a distinctive dining set. With cer...
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Mid-19th Century Belgian Minimalist Antique Tableware

Materials

Crystal

Antique Russian Silver and Niello Enamel Beaker
By Aleksey Osipov
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive Russian silver and niello enamel beaker; an addition to our Russian silverware collection. This exceptional antique Russian silver beaker...
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1860s Russian Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver, Enamel

George III Period Antique Sterling Silver Tankard, London 1781 William Cox III
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1781 by William Cox III, this handsome, George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Tankard, is baluster shaped ...
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1780s English George III Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Ornate Chased Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tankard, Sheffield 1856
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1856 by Hawksworth Eyres & Co., this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Tankard, features chased...
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1850s English Victorian Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Gold and Mother of Pearl Handled Butter Knife
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English 9-carat yellow gold and mother of pearl handled butter knife, boxed, an addition to our diverse flatware collection. This exceptional antique Victorian 9-karat gold butter knife has a sabre style knife blade, with a broad incurved shaped form. The anterior face of the concave curved blade is ornamented with a segmented panel of impressive bright cut engraved foliate ornamentation, all on a matte background. The reverse surface of the blade is plain, apart from the feature hallmarks. This antique knife retains the original, fine and impressive carved mother of pearl handle...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Tableware

Materials

Gold

Meissen Tea Pot with Animal Spout and Flower Decoration Rococo Period circa 1740
Located in Vienna, AT
Early and rare piece From The Meissen/Germany Manufactory Dating: made circa 1740 Material: white porcelain, glossy finish Technique: handmade porcelain, finest painting Specifications: Very early Meissen tea pot...
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Early 18th Century German Rococo Antique Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Grape by Whiting Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 84 Pieces Early
Located in Big Bend, WI
Early, scarce "Grape" by Whiting, patented 1855, sterling silver flatware set - 84 pieces. This set includes: 12 dinner knives, 9 1/4" 12 dinner forks, 7 3/4" 12 luncheon/desser...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georgian Sterling Silver Old English Pattern Gravy Straining Spoon
By Charles Hougham
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Georgian sterling silver old English pattern gravy straining spoon; an addition to our collectable flatware collection. This exceptional antique George III sterling silver straining spoon...
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Tableware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Emile Gallé for St. Clement, Nancy, 15 Antique Plates in Hand-Painted Faience
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Emile Gallé for St. Clement, Nancy. 15 antique plates in hand-painted faience. 1870s / 80s. Measure: Diameter: 23.5 cm. In very good condition. All plates with small peels along ...
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1870s French Antique Tableware

Materials

Faience

Tipt by Walker & Hall Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 56 Pcs Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Tipt is a plain pattern with a oval tip, creating a simple, timeless design. The Knives in this set have wonderful pistol-grip handles. Stunning "Tipt" by Walker & Hall (England) ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rattail Antique by Dominick & Haff Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 72 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb Rattail Antique by Dominick and Haff sterling silver Dinner & Luncheon size Flatware set with fabulous pistol-grip handle knives - 72 pieces. This set includes: 12 dinner si...
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19th Century Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early 19th Century Silver and Horn Mounted Roasting Fork, circa 1830
Located in Central England, GB
A rare early 19th century silver and Horn Mounted Roasting Fork. This rare and unusual piece is a fine quality item made for a 19th-century gentleman and most likely for his use whilst on a hunting expedition probably big game hunting...
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19th Century British Antique Tableware

Materials

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.

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