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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chair — crafted 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
Pineapple Beaded Placemat Set of 4
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
A special set of hand beaxded pineapple placemats
to make your table funky and unique.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Tableware
Materials
Beads
Routine Set of Six Flute in Mouth Blown Glass Designed by Matteo Cibic
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
Mint Mouth Blown Glass Jug Designed by Aldo Cibic
By Aldo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Mint is a mouth blown borosilicate glass jug with a wide shape and with a handle that help a firm grip. Mint is a little masterpiece where the Paola C.’s craft...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Blown Glass
Polly Big Carafe in Blown in a Mold Glass Designed by Aldo Cibic
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
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
Routine Low Carafe in Mouth Blown Glass Designed by Matteo Cibic
By Matteo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Low carafe in mouth blown glass. 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, including this carafe, are handcrafted and feature a soft plissé motif at the base of the glasses and on the top of the jugs. Fresh and contemporary, this carafe brings elegance in the everyday table...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Blown Glass
Afroditi Silver Plated Carafe by Afroditi Krassa
Located in Milan, IT
Afroditi is a silver plated carafe designed by Afroditi Krassa. The silver finishing plays with the light of the room that emphasizes the elegant curves and the timeless silhouette.
...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
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
Handblown Glass Sunrise Sunset Cup 12
By Fort Makers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Surrealist-inspired sunrise sunset cups are hand blown in a kaleidoscope of ombre colors and adorned with contrasting orb handles to evoke a looking gla...
Category
2010s American Modern Tableware
Materials
Blown Glass
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
Steel, Copper
Early 21st Century Vietri "Incanto Mare" Italian Stoneware Bowls, Set of 6
By Vietri
Located in Morristown, NJ
Set of 6 "Incanto Mare" (Enchanting Sea) stoneware bowls by Vietri. Handcrafted by Italian artisans, this dinnerware was made to last with durable clay and high-quality glaze. This c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Pottery, Paint, Stoneware
Modern Vase Delaunay CS7 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
Steel, Copper
Hand Blown Glass Sunrise Sunset Cup 2
By Fort Makers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Surrealist-inspired sunrise sunset cups are hand blown in a kaleidoscope of ombre colors and adorned with contrasting orb handles to evoke a looking glass, a glimpse into a miniature...
Category
2010s American Modern Tableware
Materials
Blown Glass
Bridge Wooden Tray
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
A very unique piece that can be used as a serving tray or a decoratuon piece for your coffee table.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Modern Tableware
Materials
Wood
Twosidestory Bowl by Lisette Rützou
Located in Geneve, CH
Twosidestory 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 of mater...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Tableware
Materials
Marble
Kay Bojesen Sterling Silver Grand Prix Grapefruit Spoon
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Hellerup, DK
Vintage Georg Jensen sterling silver iced tea spoon, item #078 in the Acorn Pattern, design #62 by Johan Rohde from 1915.
Additional information:
Material: Sterling silver
Styles: A...
Category
20th Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Customizable Forged Culinary Damask Steel Knife by Costantini Design, Damascus
Located in New York, NY
Customizable forged culinary Damascus Steel Knife from Costantini Design.
This handmade knife is available as shown or with a San Mai blade, and the ha...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Tableware
Materials
Steel
Georg Jensen Cypress Sterling Silver Sugar/Tea Caddy Spoon 171
By Tias Eckhoff
Located in Hellerup, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver sugar spoon, item 171 in the Cypress pattern, design #99 by Tias Eckhoff. Norwegian designer Tias Eckhoff’s Cypress was the winning design in a competiti...
Category
20th Century Danish Modern Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gerard Hofmann. French ceramicist, own workshop. Coffee pot, ca 1960
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Gerard Hofmann (1917-1965), French ceramicist, own workshop.
Coffee pot in unique ceramics. Earth-toned glaze. Handmade.
Circa 1960.
In perfect condition.
Signed.
Dimensions: H 20.0...
Category
1960s French Vintage Modern Tableware
Materials
Ceramic
Set of five cookware by Giò Ponti for ArtKrupp Berndorf and Sambonet
Located in Lugo, IT
Five pots, two of production Art Krupp Berndorf 29,5 cm 21 cm 6 cm 140 cl
Three Sambonet production, the largest 31.5 cm 24.5 cm 11 50 series.
Designed by Gio Ponti
Good Condition...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Modern Tableware
Materials
Alpaca
Wheel Thrown Teapot with a Branch Handle 'Joinery' in White Clay with Cream
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
A wheel thrown Teapot with a branch handle (joinery) in White Clay with Cream
2022s / Belgium
Size : W 235, D 110, H 90 mm.
Artist : Sigrid Volders
...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Tableware
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Mustard Pot 965 by Soren Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
A Mid-Century sterling silver Georg Jensen mustard pot with blue enamel lining, design #965 by Soren “Søren” Georg Jensen from 1949. Soren Geo...
Category
20th Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Cypress Sterling Silver Dinner Fork 012
By Tias Eckhoff
Located in Hellerup, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver dinner fork, item 012 in the Cypress pattern, design #99 by Tias Eckhoff. Norwegian designer Tias Eckhoff’s Cypress was the winning design in a competiti...
Category
20th Century Danish Modern Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of 2 Ceramic Ikat Dessert Plates - Style #104
By Les Ottomans
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Ceramic
New Georg Jensen Caravel Sterling Silver Dinner Fork 012
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen dinner fork, item 012 in the Caravel pattern, design #111 by Henning Koppel from 1957. Still a very modern desig...
Category
20th Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Free Form Puddle Plate in Black Truffle Clay with Matte Midnight Blue Glaze
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
?Title : Free Form Puddle Plate in Black Truffle Clay with Matte Midnight Blue Glaze
2021s / Belgium
Size : W180 x D 180 x H 15 mm
Artist : Sigrid Volders
[Sigrid Volders]
B...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Tableware
Materials
Ceramic
Set of 4 Kartell Jellies Round Trays in Pink by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A comprehensive line of trays made from colorful and transparent PMMA plastic. The line's individuality is down to the fact that each model presents a different organic pattern that ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Resin, Plastic
Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal, Lotus Porcelain Service, Coffee Pot with Heater
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal. Lotus porcelain service.
Coffee pot with heater for tealight candles decorated with pink lotus leaves. 1980s.
Measures: 22.5 x 22 cm (incl. Heater).
...
Category
1980s German Vintage Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Georg Jensen Cypress Sterling Silver Dinner Spoon 011
By Tias Eckhoff
Located in Hellerup, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver dinner spoon, item 011 in the Cypress pattern, design #99 by Tias Eckhoff. Norwegian designer Tias Eckhoff’s Cypress was the winning design in a competit...
Category
20th Century Danish Modern Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vallauris, France. Set of eight unique ceramic mugs. Approx. 1970
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vallauris, France. A set of eight unique ceramic mugs.
Polychrome glaze.
Approximately 1970.
In excellent condition with a few chips at the bottom.
Dimensions: H 6.2 cm x D 4.9 cm.
Category
1970s French Vintage Modern Tableware
Materials
Ceramic
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Mustard Pot 1020 by Ib Bluitgen
By Ib Bluitgen
Located in Hellerup, DK
A vintage sterling silver Georg Jensen mustard pot and spoon, design #1020 by Ib Bluitgen from 1953.
Additional information:
Material: Sterli...
Category
20th Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Brass and Caned Square Tray Barware, Italian, Style of Christian Dior
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely vintage Italian square tray has 2 rows of circles of brass as the borders and a caned base with a Lucite top. It is from the 1970s. It has 4 peg feet. Great for serving, ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Tableware
Materials
Brass
20th Century Solid Silver Geometry Line Salt and Pepper Set
Located in VALENZA, IT
800 silver solid silver salt and pepper set of modern design. Created to be not only a useful object but also a decorative one.
The salt is a silver ball with holes for the salt to ...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Silver
Mid-Century Georg Jensen Mustard Pot 965 by Soren Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
A Mid-Century sterling silver Georg Jensen mustard pot with blue enamel lining, design #965 by Soren Georg Jensen from 1949. Soren Georg Jense...
Category
20th Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Noritake Clear Arbor wine & tea Glasses-Crystal Glasses
By Noritake
Located in Birmingham, AL
Vintage Noritake Clear Arbor Tea and wine glasses set of 17 Glasses-glass Embossed Grape and Leaf- great gift for special occasions . It is in very good condition with no chip, crac...
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Modern Tableware
Materials
Glass
Set of 10 Cotton Cocktail Napkins with Gold Skull and Crossbone Embroidery
Located in Morristown, NJ
Late 20th C. a set of 10 white cotton cocktail napkins embroidered with a skull and crossbone design in a gold colored thread.
The perfect way to welcome your guests and dress up a ...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Modern Tableware
Materials
Cotton
Georg Jensen Cypress Sterling Silver Lobster Pick 065
By Tias Eckhoff
Located in Hellerup, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver lobster pick, item 065 in the Cypress pattern, design #99 by Tias Eckhoff. Norwegian designer Tias Eckhoff’s Cypre...
Category
20th Century Danish Modern Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
HEATHCLIFF Set of 2 napkin rings - Amalfi Blue 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
Set of 6 Greek Coasters "Althaea" in Grey Plexiglass Curved Contours, by Anaktae
By ANAKTAE
Located in Athens, GR
Set of six contemporary coasters "The Althaea Series" in grey plexiglass, with curved contours. Inspired by ancient Greek symbols and forms.
Variation...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Tableware
Materials
Plexiglass
Tranquility by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service for Six 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:
Six knives, 9 1/8"
Six forks, 7 3/8"
Six s...
Category
1940s Vintage Modern Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
New Georg Jensen Caravel Sterling Silver Dinner Knife 013
Located in Hellerup, DK
Georg Jensen dinner knife with sterling silver handle and stainless steel blade, item 013 in the Caravel pattern, design #111 by Henning Koppel from 1957. Still a very modern design,...
Category
20th Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
A six-person modernist dinner cutlery set in brass.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A six-person modernist dinner cutlery set in brass.
Comprising six dinner knives and six dinner forks.
Swedish design.
Late 20th century.
Marked.
In excellent condition.
Knife: L 22....
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Modern Tableware
Materials
Brass
Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal, Germany. Set of four "Siena" spoons. 1980s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal, Germany.
A set of four "Siena" spoons in hand-painted ceramic and stainless steel.
1980s.
In perfect condition.
Marked.
Dimensions: Length 15.8 cm.
Category
1980s German Vintage Modern Tableware
Materials
Stainless Steel
1970s Sidse Werner Danish Glass Bowl by Holmegaard
Located in Knebel, DK
1970s Sidse Werner Danish Glass Bowl by Holmegaard
The glass bowl is in very good condition and will be shipped without the candies on the last photo.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Modern Tableware
Materials
Glass
Twelve-person modernist dinner cutlery set in brass.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A twelve-person modernist dinner cutlery set in brass.
Comprising twelve dinner knives and twelve dinner forks.
Swedish design.
Late 20th century.
Marked.
In excellent condition.
Kni...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Modern Tableware
Materials
Brass
Wheel Thrown Flower Bowl in White Clay and Cream
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Wheel Thrown flower bowl in white clay and cream
2022s / Belgium
Size : F 115 x H 100 mm
Artist : Sigrid Volders
[Sigrid Volders]
Based in Antwerp, Belgium, she works vigoro...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Tableware
Materials
Ceramic
Puddle Coaster in Stracciatella Clay
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Puddle Coaster in Stracciatella Clay
2022s / Belgium
Size : W 130 x D 90 x H 95 mm
Artist : Sigrid Volders
[Sigrid Volders]
Based in Antwerp, B...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Tableware
Materials
Ceramic
Kay Bojesen Sterling Silver Grand Prix Lunch/Salad Fork
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver lunch/salad fork in the Grand Prix pattern, designed by Kay Bojesen in 1938.
Additional information:
Material: Sterling silver
Styles: Modern
Hallmarks: Marked wit...
Category
20th Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Cypress Sterling Silver Gravy Ladle 153
By Tias Eckhoff
Located in Hellerup, DK
Georg Jensen sterling gravy ladle, item #153 in the Cypress pattern, design #99 by Tias Eckhoff. Norwegian designer Tias Eckhoff’s Cypress was the...
Category
20th Century Danish Modern Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage F. Hingelberg Pipkin by Svend Weihrauch
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver pipkin with ebonite handle and heat insulating foot, designed by Svend Weihrauch in 1954 for silversmithy F. Hingelberg, Aarhus, Denmark
Additional information:
Mate...
Category
20th Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puddle Plate in Stracciatella Clay and Pale Lilac Glaze, Small
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Puddle Plate in Stracciatella Clay and pale Lilac Glaze, small
2022s / Belgium
Size : W160, D110 mm
Artist : Sigrid Volders
[Sigrid Volders]
Based in Antwerp, Belgium, she w...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Tableware
Materials
Ceramic
Espresso Cup Ligne - Set of 4 + Saucers
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.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Preben Broste rare rosewood/ brass Nutcrackers , Modern , Denmark .
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful and rare Preben Broste nutcrackers in hard wood and brass hardware .
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Modern Tableware
Materials
Rosewood
Appetize. Nedda El-Asmar for Gense. Starter Cutlery Set, late 20th C.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Appetize, Nedda El-Asmar for Gense, Sweden.
Starter cutlery set in stainless steel.
16 Pieces of cutlery: 4 knives, 4 spoons, 4 forks and 4 coffee spoons.
Late 20th century
In perf...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Modern Tableware
Materials
Stainless Steel
Plate Platters Tsbleware Amber Onyx Marble Collectible Design Hand-carved Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Hand carved presentation plate from Amber onyx. Multiple use as plates, platters and placers. The polished finishing underlines the transparency of the onyx making this a very precio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Onyx
Customizable Forged Culinary San Mai Steel Knife from Costantini Design
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
Customizable forged culinary San Mai Steel Knife from Costantini Design.
This handmade knife is available as shown or with a Damascus blade, and t...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Tableware
Materials
Steel
Espresso Cup Mixed - Set of 4 + Saucers
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.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Timo Sarpaneva for Rosenthal, Six Rare Suomi Porcelain Lunch Plates
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Timo Sarpaneva for Rosenthal.
Six rare Suomi porcelain lunch plates decorated with water lilies. 1970s / 80s.
Diameter: 19.5 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
Category
1970s German Vintage Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
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.