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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Hummus Floral Cotton Table Napkin, Handcrafted By Artisans ( set of 4 Napkin )
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Hummas floral table napkin is a unique artisanal napkin. Created artistically and ethically by artisans in India using block print technique, using only pure natural dyes. It is a pu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Tableware

Materials

Cotton

Set of 4 Napkin Rings in Pink Swirl Resin by Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Our colourful, modern and playful resin napkin rings will be the perfect addition to your spring and summer tablescape. The set includes 4 napkin rings. Designed by Paola Valle ...
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2010s Mexican Modern Tableware

Materials

Resin

Hand cut Crystal Saltshaker set Ambrosià (salt-pepper shakers: clear & golden)
Located in Glendale, CA
The Ambrosià Crystal Salt & Pepper Shakers are exquisite examples of hand-cut crystal craftsmanship, blending European artistry with timeless 20th century design. Crafted from high-q...
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2010s Modern Tableware

Materials

Crystal

New Modern Centrepiece in Black Portoro Marble Creator Ivan Colominas STOCK
Located in Milan, IT
Sculptural, bright white, well-defined and multi-fold. Colominas has created a table service inspired by Angelo Mangiarotti’s soft lines, exalting the shape and structure of objects that characterise the exploration of one of the greatest pleasures afforded us, food.  Mmairo loves wining and dining, good food...
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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

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Marble

Set of 4 Napkin Rings in Orange Swirl Resin by Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Our colourful, modern and playful resin napkin rings will be the perfect addition to your spring and summer tablescape. The set includes 4 napkin rings. Designed by Paola Valle ...
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2010s Mexican Modern Tableware

Materials

Resin

Coasters Set of 4 Cocktail Green Quartzite Marble Handmade Italy Collectible
Located in Ancona, Marche
Set of 4 coasters in Green Quartzite. Thanks to their shape and size they can be used as exclusive presentation plates for finger food. Dimensions: D ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Quartz

Leather Trinket Tray - Small Square Object Holder - Handmade - Color: Savannah
Located in Curitiba, Parana
TRINKET TRAY The Trinket Tray - Object Holder offers multifunctional organization for daily essentials, allowing for endless creative possibilities. Craft in leather with sleek edg...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Tableware

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Leather

Oak Brown Cotton Table Napkins Hand Block Printed By Artisans (set of 4)
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Oak Brown table napkin is a unique modern artisanal napkin. Created artistically and ethically by artisans in India using wax block print technique, using only pure natural dyes. It ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Tableware

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Cotton

Suzani Printed Cotton Tablecloth
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Add a touch of charm to your dining experience with our unique printed Suzani cotton tablecloth. Measuring 250x150cm, this tablecloth features intricate, vibrant patterns that celebr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Tableware

Materials

Cotton

Mavis Footed Dish by Brian Chaaban
Located in London, GB
Bring timeless elegance to your entertaining and display collections with the distinctive Mavis Footed Dish, where graceful form meets exceptional artisanal craftsmanship. The Mavis ...
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2010s American Modern Tableware

Materials

Bronze

Hand cut Crystal Saltshaker set Ambrosià (2-piece set: clear & black)
Located in Glendale, CA
The Ambrosià Crystal Salt & Pepper Shakers are exquisite examples of hand-cut crystal craftsmanship, blending European artistry with timeless 20th century design. Crafted from high-q...
Category

2010s Modern Tableware

Materials

Crystal

Georg Jensen Cypress Sterling Silver Coffee Spoon 034
Located in Hellerup, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver coffee spoon, item 034 in the Cypress pattern, design #99 by Tias Eckhoff. Norwegian designer Tias Eckhoff’s Cypress was the winning design in a competit...
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20th Century Danish Modern Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Coasters Square Barware Tableware Black Marquina Marble Brass Inlay Ants Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Set of 4 coasters in Marquina marble with brushed brass inlay. Thanks to their shape and size they can be used as exclusive presentation plates for finger food. Dimensions: L 10 W 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Marble, Brass

Contemporary Silver Plated Lapis Lazuli Stone Milk Container by Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
Pour your warm milk with grace and elegance using our milk lapis, a plated brass vessel crafted in italy with precision turning techniques. The exquisite stone handle in lapis lazuli...
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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Stone, Silver Plate

21st Century Venaria Serving Leather Tray with Brass Handles Handmade in Italy
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
Elegant, timeless and endlessly chic. These are the new Venaria trays by Pinetti, a sophisticated addition to our tabletop collection, even more strong thanks to the aluminium compos...
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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Contemporary Gold Plated Tea Cup Lapis Lazuli Stone in Italy by Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
Elevate your daily tea or coffee ritual with our exquisite perline torch cup. The plated brass cup is handcrafted in Italy using sheet turning techniques. The handle, adorned with a ...
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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate

Guggenheim Square Ashtray by Michele Chiossi
Located in Geneve, CH
Guggenheim square ashtray by Michele Chiossi Dimensions: W 19 x 16 x 3.5 Materials: Nero marquinia marble His research is defined by the ongoing analysis of the mood that marks ...
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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Marble

Folio Floral Indigo Cotton Table Napkin, Handcrafted By Artisans ( set of 4 )
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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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Tableware

Materials

Cotton

Contemporary Gold Plated Red Stone Cone Cup Handcrafted Italy by Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
Elevate your daily tea or coffee ritual with our exquisite lava cup. Handcrafted with plated brass, its geometric silhouette narrows at the base for a sleek and minimal aesthetic. Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Brass, Gold Plate

Contemporary Gold Plated Tea Cup Onyx Stone Handle in Italy by Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
Elevate your daily tea or coffee ritual with our exquisite Onix cup. The plated brass cup is handcrafted in Italy using sheet turning techniques. The handle,...
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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate

Contemporary Gold Plated Green Quartz Stone Milk Container by Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
Experience the art of pouring with grace and elegance using our perlina milk, a plated brass jug expertly crafted in Italy using sheet turning techniques. The curved handle of this j...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Stone, Gold Plate, Brass

21st Century Steel Thermal Carafe Style with Grey Cover Handcrafed in Italy
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
A lavish leather dress decorated with laser cuts beautifully finishes our "Style" thermal carafe. Thanks to the practical zip the cover is easily rem...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

New Modern Tray in White Carrara Marble Creator Studioformart Stock
Located in Milan, IT
Serving is a refined art, Vasco can be a sculpture or a vessel, a design object and a serving platter. It is unstoppable and like the most daring seafarers, its gaze is firmly fixed ...
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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Marble

Coasters Set of Four in Blue Azul Macaubas Marble Handmade Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Set of 4 coasters in Azul Macaubas. Thanks to their shape and size they can be used as exclusive presentation plates for finger food. Dimensions: D 10, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Quartz

New Modern Bowl in Black Marquinia Marble, Christoforo Trapani, Stock
Located in Milan, IT
From stellar kitchens to the table. The Memory bowl is an ancestral reminder, a symbol of the vital relationship between people and food. As necessary as i...
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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Marble

New Modern Small Tray in Marble Creator Matteo Cibic Stock
Located in Milan, IT
Small tray/plate in White Michelangelo, Black Marquinia, Rosso Levanto Marbles. Size: 22.5 x 15 x 2 cm, smooth finishing. Commercial name: Carlo, Homage Collection by the Italian de...
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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Marble

21st Century Saturno Serving Leather Tray with Chrome Handles Handmade in Italy
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
Luxury, refinement, and beauty. Saturno collection is a set of trays crafted with a luxurious shagreen embossed effect, beautiful finished by satin brass or chrome handles with ma...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Brass

Set of 4 Napkin Rings in Lime Green Swirl Resin by Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Our colourful, modern and playful resin napkin rings will be the perfect addition to your spring and summer tablescape. The set includes 4 napkin rings. Designed by Paola Valle ...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Tableware

Materials

Resin

Hand Dyed Linen Napkins, Silver Gray & Indigo Blue Stripe Pattern, Set of Four
Located in New York, NY
Silver gray linen napkins, set of four, dyed with indigo in Stripe pattern. Sustainably hand-dyed and sewn in New York City. Napkins measure approximately 18 x 18 inches. Each linen ...
Category

2010s American Modern Tableware

Materials

Linen

Contemporary Brass Mosaic Tray by Jonathan Amar Studio
Located in Paris, FR
A contemporary handcrafted tray composed of a handmade zellige mosaic blue surface, a walnut frame and polished elegant brass handles. Designed by Jonathan Amar at his atelier in Ra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Tableware

Materials

Brass

Hand Dyed Cocktail Napkins, Sunrise Abstract Pattern, Set of Four
Located in New York, NY
Nightfall linen cocktail napkins, set of four. Beautifully merging magenta, indigo and lavender dyes on linen. Sustainably hand-dyed in small batches and sewn in New York City. Napki...
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2010s American Modern Tableware

Materials

Linen

Georg Jensen Margrethe Sterling Silverware Set
Located in Hellerup, DK
A extra-large Georg Jensen sterling silverware set in the Margrethe pattern, design by Rigmor Andersen & Annelise Bjørner in 1966. A mid-century modern design that is made of heavy q...
Category

1960s Danish Vintage Modern Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Contemporary Gold Plated Tea Spoon Pink Quartz Stone by Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
Elevate your morning coffee or tea ritual with our torch spoon, meticulously handcrafted in Italy by skilled artisans. Fashioned from metal and plated brass, each spoon features a ha...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Modern Tableware

Materials

Gold

Large and Very Rare Silver-Inlaid Antique Judaica Tray
Located in London, GB
A large and very rare silver-inlaid antique Judaica tray Jerusalem, c.1900 Height 2.5cm, diameter 62cm This large and remarkable work is a copper and silver-inlaid antique Jewish tray, featuring meticulous and exceptional metalwork, and was made in Jerusalem around the turn of the twentieth century. It features a twelve-fold repeating pictorial decoration, which is set between two circles, that of the central ring in which a large menorah...
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Early 1900s Israeli Antique Modern Tableware

Materials

Silver, Brass, Copper

New Modern Centrepiece in Black Portoro Marble, creator Ivan Colominas
Located in Milan, IT
Sculptural, bright white, well-defined and multi-fold. Colominas has created a table service inspired by Angelo Mangiarotti’s soft lines, exalting the shape and structure of objects ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Marble

Plates Platters Serveware Set of 3 White Onyx Marble Collectible Design Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved presentation plates in white onyx. Multiple use as plates, platters and placers. The polished finishing underlines the transparency of the onyx making this a very preciou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Onyx

Mid-Century Candle Stick Holder
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
DANISH candlestick holder from mid-century era.
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20th Century Danish Modern Tableware

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Wood

Matthew Williamson X Les-Ottomans Wood Placemats Set of 4
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
The peckocks, the feathers and the colors All MW world can be brought on your table thanks to these mats.   
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21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Modern Tableware

Materials

Birch

New Modern Tokkuri in Green Guatemala Marble Creator Michele Chiossi Stock
Located in Milan, IT
Tokkuri in Green Guatemala Marble. Size: 6.5 x 13 cm, smooth finishing. Commercial name: Kadomatsu Tokkuri, Jap Vegetation collection by Michele Chiossi, Sculptor born in Tuscany. ...
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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Marble

Ghidini 1961 Omini Napkin Holder 2 in Polished Brass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This playful napkin holder ring in brass combines a rigorous square body with the charming decoration of a small man seated on top and facing forward. Part of the Omini collection (w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Brass

Ghidini 1961 Omini the Walkman Napkins Tray in Brass by Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Napkins holder in brass Omini is a family of products that plays on the inclusion and the relationship between the human figure with a series of monolithic objects from geometric an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Brass

21st Century Dioniso Serving Tray with Coaster Holder Cover Handmade in Italy
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
Our Dioniso trays boast a classic round silhouette in genuine leather and featuring two coaster holders in metal with chrome finishing. Available in ...
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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Metal

Bubble Dressing Set in Blown Glass by Gordon Guillaumier
Located in Milan, IT
Bubble, designed by Gordon Guillaumier, is a transparent blown glass set of four pieces for dressing: the set consists of a salt Shaker, a pepper shaker, an oil dispenser...
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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Blown Glass, Cork

Brass Salt and Pepper Shaker
Located in Paonia, CO
The (wh)ORE HAüS STUDIOS small goods collection was made for those that wanted to experience the (wh)ORE HAüS brand without committing to our larger pieces. Our Brass Salt and Pepper...
Category

2010s American Modern Tableware

Materials

Brass

Ghidini 1961 Omini Napkin Holder 1 in Polished Brass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This playful napkin holder ring in brass combines a rigorous square body with the charming decoration of a small man climbing on the side. Part of the Omini collection (which means "...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Brass

Charger Plates Platters Serveware White Marble Christmas Decoration Handmade
Located in Ancona, Marche
This 'Winter wonderland Snowflake' charger plate inspired by ice crystals are the perfect tasteful gift for the winter and Christmas period. Charger in polished absolute crystalline white marble from Italy. Thanks to their shape and size they can be used as presentation plate, centerpiece or even Christmas decoration...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Marble

Espresso Cup Ligne
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A simple, contemporary style along with the matte, white finesse of the porcelain will add a unique French touch to your table and to your home decor. Design by Kaoline.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 2 Ceramic Ikat Dessert Plates - Style #88
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Elevate your dessert presentation with this Set of 2 Ceramic Ikat Dessert Plates, made in Italy. Made from 100% ceramic and featuring a distinctive ikat-inspired design, these plates...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

21st Century Karim Rashid Fila Glasses Murano Glass Various Colors
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
IMPORTANT: ONCE THE ORDER IS CONFIRMED, PLEASE CONTACT MESSAGE CENTER TO CONFIRM THE COLORS REQUIRED. 21st century Karim Rashid FILA glasses Murano glass various colors. Inspired...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware

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Murano Glass

Coaster or Christmas Tree Decoration White Marble Handmade Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
This 'Winter wonderland Snowflake' coaster in White Marble, inspired by ice crystals, are the perfect tasteful gift for the winter and Christmas period. Coaster in polished absolute crystalline white marble from Italy. Thanks to their shape and size they can be used as coasters, bottle coasters, paperweight or even Christmas tree decoration...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Carrara Marble

Ghidini 1961 Omini Napkin Holder Three in Polished Brass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This playful napkin holder ring in brass combines a rigorous square body with the charming decoration of a rendered in a stylized way rests on the side of a square napkin ring. Part ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Brass

New Modern Serving Tray in Nero and White Marble, creator Matteo Cibic, Stock
Located in Milan, IT
Serving tray in Nero Marquinia and White Michelangelo Marble. Size: 40.7 x 30 x 3 cm, smooth finishing. Commercial name: Danese, Homage Collection by the Italian designer Matteo Ci...
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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Marble

New Modern Tray in White Michelangelo Marble, creator Ivan Colominas
Located in Milan, IT
An essential, minimalist tray that easily lends itself to multiple uses. At the table, in the kitchen, in the dining room. In simplicity is beauty. Size: 40 x 2.2 cm, smooth finishing, stain treatment compatible with food. Commercial name: Nysiros, Materia e Tavola Collection by Ivan Colominas, Spanish Designer. Also available in Black Marquina Marble. Made in Italy, hand finished. Mmairo loves wining and dining, good food and entertaining...
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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

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Marble

Set of 2 Ceramic Ikat Dessert Plates - Style #18
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Elevate your dessert presentation with this Set of 2 Ceramic Ikat Dessert Plates, made in Italy. Made from 100% ceramic and featuring a distinctive ikat-inspired design, these plates...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware

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Ceramic

Tea Cup Karo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A simple, contemporary style along with the matte, white finesse of the porcelain will add a unique French touch to your table and to your home decor. Design by Kaoline.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Tea Cup Karo
Tea Cup Karo
$55 / item
Danish Sterling Silver Coffee or Tea Set Georg Jensen
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Danish sterling silver four-piece coffee or tea set by Georg Jensen. This lovely set consists of a coffeepot, lidded sugar bowl, creamer, all of Models 80A, with a hammered silver tray...
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20th Century Danish Modern Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of Three, Fin Trivet from Souda, Gold, in Stock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 3 Fin Trivets from Souda. Each one is packaged individually. Made using a manufacturing process utilized for railways, medical devices, and electronics, the Fin ...
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2010s Chinese Modern Tableware

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

New Modern Centrepiece in White Arabescato Marble Creator Ivan Colominas STOCK
Located in Milan, IT
Sculptural, bright white, well-defined and multi-fold. Colominas has created a table service inspired by Angelo Mangiarotti’s soft lines, exalting the shape and structure of objects ...
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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Marble

Centrepiece in White, Black and Red Marble by Matteo Cibic, Italy, Stock
Located in Milan, IT
Centerpiece in three different marbles. Size: 48 x 35.6 x 14.8 cm, smooth finishing. Commercial name: Orazio, Homage Collection by the Italian Designer Matteo Cibic. Made in Italy, ...
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2010s Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Marble

Ghidini 1961 Omini The Fisherman Napkins Tray in Brass by Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Napkins holder in brass Omini is a family of products that plays on the inclusion and the relationship between the human figure with a series of monolithic objects from geometric an...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware

Materials

Brass

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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