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Modern Tableware

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Pair of Cotto Touché C Trays by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of Cotto Touché C Trays by Mason Editions Dimensions: 36 × 48 × 6.4 cm Materials: Iron and MDF Colours: Taupe, cotto, burgundy, sage green, petrol green. A light metal rod...
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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Iron

Modern Vase Delaunay CS10 by Noom in Copper and Steel
Located in Paris, FR
Delaunay vase, one of the vases from the "Suprematic" collection. The collection inspired by the geometric works of the great Suprematist Kazimir Malevich. Suprematism is a modernist...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Tableware

Materials

Copper, Steel

Limited Edition Modern Vase Genke CSL3 by Noom in Hammered Brass and Steel
Located in Paris, FR
Genke vase, one of the vases from the "Suprematic" collection. The collection inspired by the geometric works of the great Suprematist Kazimir Malevich. Suprematism is a modernist mo...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Tableware

Materials

Brass, Steel

"Brass", 21st Century Calacatta Oro Marble Place Holder with Brass
Located in Cologna Veneta, IT
The “Brass” place holders, entirely made of Calacatta Oro marble, are exclusive place holders holders embellished with a brass tab that runs along the object from one end to the othe...
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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble

Contemporary Set of 2 Dessert Plates Gold Hand Painted Porcelain
Located in Roma, RM
Handcrafted in Italy from the finest porcelain, theses white Craquelé edge dessert coupe plate from the Chestnut collection have an original golden craquelé rim emphasizing the brill...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Tranquility by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 6 Set 41 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
TRANQUILITY BY INTERNATIONAL sterling silver flatware set - 41 pieces set. This set has a modern look with simple lines. This set includes: 6 KNIVES, 9 1/8" 6 FORKS, 7 3/8" 6 SA...
Category

1940s Vintage Modern Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

"Brass", 21st Century Calacatta Oro Marble Cutlery Holder with Brass
Located in Cologna Veneta, IT
The “Brass” cutlery holder, entirely made of Calacatta Oro marble, are exclusive cutlery holders embellished with a brass tab that runs along the object from one end to the other, gi...
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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble

Routine Set of Six Flute in Mouth Blown Glass Designed by Matteo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Mouth blown champagne flute. The routine collection is a glassware family designed by Matteo Cibic, who define it as “an essential collection for a smart daily life”. All the pieces of Routine are handcrafted and feature a soft plissé motif at the base of the glasses and on the top of the jugs. Fresh and contemporary Routine brings elegance in the everyday table...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Blown Glass

Polly Big Carafe in Blown in a Mold Glass Designed by Aldo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Polly large jug in mold-blown glass is one of Paola C.'s icons and one of the favorite pieces created by designer Aldo Cibic, who defines it as "a simple glass jug." Behind this simp...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Glass

Tube Silver Plated Metal Jug by Zaven
Located in Milan, IT
Tube is a silver plated jug available in two different finishes: only silver-plated metal, or silver plated metal with a black external finishing. This item was designed by the Itali...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Plume Set Of Four Small Glass in Mouth Blown Glass Designed by Aldo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Small glass in mouth blown glass. Plume is a handcrafted glassware collection designed by Aldo Cibic, in his style characterized by the love for i...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Blown Glass

Brokina Copper Carafe by Cristian Visentin
Located in Milan, IT
Brokina is an embossed copper carafe with a galvanized interior, designed by Cristian Visentin. Paola C. collection includes also Broka, a larger version of ...
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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Copper, Zinc

Polar Tray Coral & Travertine By Greg Natale
Located in Sydney,, NSW
The Polar Tray presents a symmetrical fusion of two contrasting marble pieces honed for a smooth, elegant finish. With a softness to their curved edge, these versatile trays will enh...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Tableware

Materials

Marble

Hand Dyed Linen Table Runner, Silver Gray & Indigo Blue Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Silver gray linen table runner dyed with indigo in Pleat pattern. Sustainably hand-dyed and sewn in New York City. Runner measures approximately 18 x 72 inches. Each linen runner...
Category

2010s American Modern Tableware

Materials

Linen

Modern Enamel & Sterling Silver Child's Set from 1995
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1995, this fabulous, modern, Elizabeth II, sterling silver child's set comprises of an egg cup, an egg spoon and a napkin ring, decorated with yellow and red ...
Category

1990s English Modern Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Twosidestory Bowl by Lisette Rützou
Located in Geneve, CH
Twosidestory bowl by Lisette Rützou Dimensions: D 20 cm Materials: Candy Onyx Lisette Rützou’s design is motivated by an urge to articulate a story. Inspired by the beauty of m...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Tableware

Materials

Marble

Contemporary Charger Plate Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware
Located in Roma, RM
Handcrafted in Italy from the finest porcelain, this blue seabed rim charger has corals lying on a bright bottom surrounded by mysterious multicolored gems floating amid brushes of light pink sand sprinkled with black dots. Blue seabed rim charger, measure: Ø 31cm/ 12.2in Seabed collection Hand painted porcelain Made in Italy First introduced at Milan Design Week 2018, the Seabed collection paints the bottom of the sea as seen through a lens. Each Coralla Maiuri product is entirely hand decorated. Each is a work of art. While ensuring consistency, they are never identical. Slight variations of decor and color from one to another are not only normal, but to be expected as a sign of their uniqueness For large quantities, production lead time to be confirmed Suitable for dishwasher and for microwave oven.
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2010s European Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Pitcher, Alligator, Pure Solid Silver, Luxory Wedding Gift, Made in Italy, 2024
Located in Firenze, IT
The K-OVER Pitcher has been designed to enrich any table and occasion with a touch of luxury tableware, making it perfect for both special occasions and everyday use. Like all our pr...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Silver

Plate 4 Barro Dining by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Plate 4 bowl barro dining by Sebastian Herkner Materials: Heat-resistant black ceramic. Technique: Glazed. Oven cooked and polished with semi-precious stones. Dimensions: Diameter ...
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2010s German Modern Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Cotto Touché C Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Cotto Touché C tray by Mason Editions Dimensions: 36 × 48 × 6.4 cm Materials: Iron and MDF Colours: Taupe, cotto, burgundy, sage green, petrol green. A light metal rod that res...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Iron

Set of 2 Twosidestory Bowl by Lisette Rützou
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2Twosidestory bowl by Lisette Rützou Dimensions: D 20 cm Materials: Marble Lisette Rützou’s design is motivated by an urge to articulate a story. Inspired by the beauty ...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Tableware

Materials

Marble

Contemporary Set of 2 Dinner Plates Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware
Located in Roma, RM
Handcrafted in Italy from the finest porcelain, these white seabed dinner coupe plates have corals lying on a bright bottom surrounded by mysterious multicolored gems floating amid b...
Category

2010s European Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Taupe Touché B Trays by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of Taupe Touché B trays by Mason Editions. Dimensions: 36 × 47 × 6.7 cm. Materials: Iron and MDF. Colours: taupe, cotto, burgundy, sage green, petrol green. A light metal ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Iron

Contemporary Set of 2 Dinner Plates Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware
Located in Roma, RM
Handcrafted in Italy from the finest porcelain, these white seabed dinner coupe plates have corals lying on a bright bottom surrounded by mysterious multicolored gems floating amid b...
Category

2010s European Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Centerpiece Bowl w/Base 38.4 ozt. '#6073' Modern
Located in Big Bend, WI
Tiffany & Co. Incredible Tiffany & Co. Serling silver modernistic centerpiece bowl with base marked #25537. The base could be used as a candle holder. The base measures 1" tall x ...
Category

20th Century American Modern Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of 2 Pisara Spoons by Antrei Hartikainen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 pisara spoons by Antrei Hartikainen Materials: Walnut, maple, natural oil wax Dimensions: W 7-10 cm Also available in three sizes and a variety of woods This range o...
Category

2010s Finnish Modern Tableware

Materials

Maple

MADELEINE Set of 2 napkin rings - Amalfi Blue
Located in Torino, IT
This simple napkin holder adds a striking accent to both modern and classic tables. The simple silhouette is made of stainless steel, partially coated with exclusive Foglizzo leather.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel, Steel

Contemporary Set of 2 Soup Plates Gold Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware
Located in Roma, RM
Handcrafted in Italy from the finest porcelain, these white craquelé edge soup coupe plates from the Chestnut collection have an original golden crackled rim emphasizing the elegant ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Contemporary Set of 2 Dessert Plates Gold Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware
Located in Roma, RM
Handcrafted in Italy from the finest porcelain, this Craquelé edge dessert coupe plate from the Berry collection has a unique golden crackled rim emphasizing the warm, berry-like dot...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Set of twelve silver-plated bronze Queen hand bells by Gorham
Located in London, GB
Set of twelve silver-plated bronze Queen hand bells by Gorham American, Late 20th Century Height 13cm, diameter 6cm A set of six pairs, each depicting significant royal figures from...
Category

20th Century American Modern Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

set of White on White dinner Plates in porcelain by artist- designer Hania Jneid
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Hand built and hand glazed porcelain plates, with a modern aesthetic. unique pieces by artist- designer Hania Jneid. apt for washing machine and microwave. Food Safe.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Contemporary Set of 2 Dinner Plates Gold Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware
Located in Roma, RM
Handcrafted in Italy from the finest porcelain, these white craquelé edge dinner coupe plates from the Confetti collection have an original golden craquelé rim emphasizing the brilli...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Fruit Bowl Sandy Finish Golden Edge Hand Painted Porcelain Made in Italy
Located in Roma, RM
Michelangelo Bianco is an elegant tableware ideally suited for formal occasions and intimate events. Plates are decorated with a light beige enamel at the center. They feature a new,...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

HEATHCLIFF Set of 2 napkin rings - Cappuccino Beige and Luna White
Located in Torino, IT
A simple design that will add a refined touch to any table, this napkin holder is made entirely by hand from Foglizzo aniline leather. Crisscrossed and secured with a metal stud, it ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel

MADELEINE Set of 2 napkin rings - Spritz Orange
Located in Torino, IT
This simple napkin holder adds a striking accent to both modern and classic tables. The simple silhouette is made of stainless steel, partially coated with exclusive Foglizzo leather.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel

Sage Green Touché C Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Sage green Touché C tray by Mason Editions. Dimensions: 36 × 48 × 6.4 cm Materials: iron and MDF Colours: taupe, cotto, burgundy, sage green, petrol green A light metal rod tha...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Iron

Contemporary Set of 2 Dinner Plates Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware
Located in Roma, RM
Handcrafted in Italy from the finest porcelain, these blue seabed dinner coupe plates have corals lying on a bright bottom surrounded by mysterious multicolored gems floating amid br...
Category

2010s European Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

DALÌ- Soft Round Coasters Arch Set - 6 pieces - Amalfi Blue & Cedar Yellow
Located in Torino, IT
Soft round coasters from the Dali collection are made from high-quality leather, offering luxury and comfort. These coasters are a statement of style and sophistication for your tab...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Hide, Leather

DALÌ- Soft Round Coasters Arch Set - 6 pieces - Spritz Orange & Cappuccino Beige
Located in Torino, IT
Soft round coasters from the Dali collection are made from high-quality leather, offering luxury and comfort. These coasters are a statement of style and sophistication for your tab...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Hide, Leather

MONDRIAN - Round Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Amalfi Blue & Luna White
Located in Torino, IT
Mondrian-inspired coasters are quintessential art and design for your table. Made from high-quality leather, they exhibit the geometric precision and chromatic boldness distinctive ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Hide, Leather

MONDRIAN - Round Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Cappuccino Beige & Luna White
Located in Torino, IT
Mondrian-inspired coasters are quintessential art and design for your table. Made from high-quality leather, they exhibit the geometric precision and chromatic boldness distinctive ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Hide, Leather

MONDRIAN - Round Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Pietra Grey & Luna White
Located in Torino, IT
Mondrian-inspired coasters are quintessential art and design for your table. Made from high-quality leather, they exhibit the geometric precision and chromatic boldness distinctive ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Hide, Leather

MONDRIAN - Round Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Spritz Orange & Luna White
Located in Torino, IT
Mondrian-inspired coasters are quintessential art and design for your table. Made from high-quality leather, they exhibit the geometric precision and chromatic boldness distinctive ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Hide, Leather

MONDRIAN - Square Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Amalfi Blue
Located in Torino, IT
Mondrian-inspired coasters are quintessential art and design for your table. Made from high-quality leather, they exhibit the geometric precision and chromatic boldness distinctive o...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Hide, Leather

MONDRIAN - Square Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Cappuccino Beige
Located in Torino, IT
Mondrian-inspired coasters are quintessential art and design for your table. Made from high-quality leather, they exhibit the geometric precision and chromatic boldness distinctive o...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Hide, Leather

MONDRIAN - Square Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Agave Green
Located in Torino, IT
Mondrian-inspired coasters are quintessential art and design for your table. Made from high-quality leather, they exhibit the geometric precision and chromatic boldness distinctive o...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Hide, Leather

MONDRIAN - Square Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Pietra Grey
Located in Torino, IT
Mondrian-inspired coasters are quintessential art and design for your table. Made from high-quality leather, they exhibit the geometric precision and chromatic boldness distinctive o...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Hide, Leather

MONDRIAN - Square Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Spritz Orange
Located in Torino, IT
Mondrian-inspired coasters are quintessential art and design for your table. Made from high-quality leather, they exhibit the geometric precision and chromatic boldness distinctive o...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Hide, Leather

21st Century Federico Peri Stilla Liquida Crystal 2-Small Tumblers Murano
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
Stilla, the Latin word for a drop of water. Liquid, transparent, perfect. Federico Peri designed the Stilla Liquida glasses for Purho in spring 2024, tumblers with textured surface...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Pino Boxes 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...
Category

2010s Finnish Modern Tableware

Materials

Oak

Contemporary Coralla's Mug Red Gold Hand Made Porcelain Tableware
Located in Roma, RM
Hand painted in Italy from the finest porcelain, Coralla's mugs are of her own design and a symbol of her work. This one, from the Scipione collection, is enameled on the outside wit...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Set of 4 Alimenta Glass by Riccardo Cenedella
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 alimenta glass by Riccardo Cenedella Dimensions: D 9 x W 9 x H 10 cm Materials: food waste based material I am Riccardo Cenedella I graduated in Product Design from Pol...
Category

2010s English Modern Tableware

Materials

Other

Rim Charger Cream Enamel Gold Hand Painted Porcelain Made in Italy
Located in Roma, RM
Michelangelo Bianco is an elegant tableware ideally suited for formal occasions and intimate events. Plates are decorated with a light beige enamel at the center. They feature a new,...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Contemporary Set of 2 Soup Plates Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware
Located in Roma, RM
Handcrafted in Italy from the finest porcelain, these blue seabed soup coupe plates have corals lying on a bright bottom surrounded by mysterious multicolored gems floating amid brus...
Category

2010s European Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Dessert Coupe Plate Cream Enamel Golden Edge Hand Painted Porcelain Made Italy
Located in Roma, RM
Michelangelo Bianco is an elegant tableware ideally suited for formal occasions and intimate events. Plates are decorated with a light beige enamel at the center. They feature a new,...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Dessert Coupe Plate White Enamel Golden Edge Hand Painted Porcelain Made Italy
Located in Roma, RM
Michelangelo Bianco is an elegant tableware ideally suited for formal occasions and intimate events. Plates are decorated with a light beige enamel at the center. They feature a new,...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Contemporary Set of 2 Dinner Plates Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware
Located in Roma, RM
Handcrafted in Italy from the finest porcelain, these blue seabed dinner coupe plates have corals lying on a bright bottom surrounded by mysterious multicolored gems floating amid br...
Category

2010s European Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Contemporary Set of 2 Fruit Bowls Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware
Located in Roma, RM
Handcrafted in Italy from the finest porcelain, these blue seabed fruit bowls have corals lying on a bright bottom surrounded by mysterious multicolored gems floating amid brushes of...
Category

2010s European Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Handmade Solid Oak Wood Charcuterie and Cheese Board Set
Located in Orlando, FL
Introducing the Duo, a stunning piece that adds a touch of elegance to your service and presentations. Meticulously crafted from Anatolian Oak, this exquisite creation combines pract...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Tableware

Materials

Wood, Oak

Orazio Marble Centerpiece by Matteo Cibic
Located in Geneve, CH
Orazio marble centerpiece by Matteo Cibic Dimensions: 18.9 x 14 x 5.8 cm Materials: Bianco Michelangelo, Rosso Levanto, Nero Marquinia Please note that the Cibic pieces wit...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Marble

Modern tableware for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern tableware for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage tableware created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern tableware made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original tableware, popular names associated with this style include André Fu, Kartell, Patricia Urquiola, and Coralla Maiuri. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for tableware differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $15 and tops out at $69,597 while the average work can sell for $308.

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