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Antique Modernist Pewter Tea Pot Cane Wrapped Handle
Antique Modernist Pewter Tea Pot Cane Wrapped Handle

Antique Modernist Pewter Tea Pot Cane Wrapped Handle

By Just Andersen

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Antique Modernist Pewter Tea Pot Cane Wrapped Handle 4.25 h x 7.5 w x 11 d maker Stamped Tinn 104 Original unrestored vintage See all Images for condition

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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Tea Sets

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Pewter

Japanese Contemporary Gold Blue Porcelain Cup, 3
Japanese Contemporary Gold Blue Porcelain Cup, 3

Japanese Contemporary Gold Blue Porcelain Cup, 3

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Striking contemporary Japanese Ko-Imari (old Imari) porcelain long stem cup, in bright red, blue and green colors and generous gold application tha...

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Meiji Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Hand Painted Porcelain Tea Set from Central Asia in Kobalt Blue & Gold
Hand Painted Porcelain Tea Set from Central Asia in Kobalt Blue & Gold

Hand Painted Porcelain Tea Set from Central Asia in Kobalt Blue & Gold

Located in Vienna, Austria

Porcelain tea set from Central Asia, that consist of 6 small tea bowls, a tea pot and one plate for cookies. The traditional floral pattern is in cobalt blue glaze, the hand painted...

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1960s Central Asian Modern Vintage Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Bonnie Seeman Signed Surrealist Porcelain Ceramic Teapot and Cup Set with Tray
Bonnie Seeman Signed Surrealist Porcelain Ceramic Teapot and Cup Set with Tray

Bonnie Seeman Signed Surrealist Porcelain Ceramic Teapot and Cup Set with Tray

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A surrealist porcelain ceramic tea set with teapot and cup set with tray by Bonnie Seeman. Signed on bottom. A whimsical set that creates the look of rich foliage in leafy greens and...

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1990s American Tea Sets

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Ceramic

Antique Manhattan Plate Co. Silver Plated "July 4th 1861" Tea Set, 5 Pc Set
Antique Manhattan Plate Co. Silver Plated "July 4th 1861" Tea Set, 5 Pc Set

Antique Manhattan Plate Co. Silver Plated "July 4th 1861" Tea Set, 5 Pc Set

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Manhattan Plate Co Silver Plated "July 4th 1861" Tea Set - 5 Pc Set. Item featured is engraved "July 4th 1861" to one side and "H" monogram to other side of all pieces. (1) c...

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19th Century Victorian Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Robert & David Hennell George III Sterling Silver Tea Set hallmarked 1799
Robert & David Hennell George III Sterling Silver Tea Set hallmarked 1799

Robert & David Hennell George III Sterling Silver Tea Set hallmarked 1799

By Robert Hennell

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1799 by Robert & David Hennell this impressive George III sterling silver four-piece tea set is a fine example of Neoclassical design. The individual pieces, ...

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1790s English George III Antique Tea Sets

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Sterling Silver

Postmodern German Flying Objects Series Sauciere for Arzberg, 1990s
Postmodern German Flying Objects Series Sauciere for Arzberg, 1990s

Postmodern German Flying Objects Series Sauciere for Arzberg, 1990s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Postmodern German Flying Objects Series Sauciere by David Palterer and Sieger Design for Arzberg, 1990s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1990 to 1999 This piece has an attribution ...

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20th Century German Post-Modern Tea Sets

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Ceramic

Ceramic and Wrought Iron Studio Pottery Tea Warmer, 1960s
Ceramic and Wrought Iron Studio Pottery Tea Warmer, 1960s

Ceramic and Wrought Iron Studio Pottery Tea Warmer, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Ceramic and Wrought Iron Studio Pottery Tea Warmer, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969. Additional information: Materials: Ceramic Style: Mid-Century Modern Color...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets

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Ceramic

Rare antique Doulton four piece tea set
Rare antique Doulton four piece tea set

Rare antique Doulton four piece tea set

Located in Ipswich, GB

Rare antique Doulton four piece tea set, comprising of a coffee pot, tea pot, milk jug and sugar bowl decorated in hunting scenes in light and dark bro...

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19th Century Antique Tea Sets

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Ceramic

Antique Victorian L.B.S. Co England Silver Plated "PMP" Monogram Tea Pot
Antique Victorian L.B.S. Co England Silver Plated "PMP" Monogram Tea Pot

Antique Victorian L.B.S. Co England Silver Plated "PMP" Monogram Tea Pot

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Victorian L.B.S. Co England Silver Plated "PMP" Monogram Tea Pot. Item features "PMP" Monogram, cross, crown, shield marking. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 8" H x ...

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Early 20th Century Victorian Tea Sets

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Silver Plate

Seletti "Hybrid-Procopia" Mug in Porcelain
Seletti "Hybrid-Procopia" Mug in Porcelain

Seletti "Hybrid-Procopia" Mug in Porcelain

By Seletti

Located in Miami, FL

From its very first year in 1964, Seletti in Cicognara, Mantova, has followed its principle of professionality service and constant research to strive for betterness innovation and o...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

1917 Walker & Hall Sterling Silver Tea Set with Cut Card Detailing
1917 Walker & Hall Sterling Silver Tea Set with Cut Card Detailing

1917 Walker & Hall Sterling Silver Tea Set with Cut Card Detailing

By Walker & Hall

Located in London, London

This exquisite sterling silver three-piece tea set, hallmarked in Sheffield in 1917 by the distinguished Walker & Hall, showcases elegant proportions and fine cut card decoration...

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1910s English Vintage Tea Sets

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Sterling Silver

Antique James W Tufts 1948 Silver Plated Art Nouveau Tea Set - 5 Pc Set
Antique James W Tufts 1948 Silver Plated Art Nouveau Tea Set - 5 Pc Set

Antique James W Tufts 1948 Silver Plated Art Nouveau Tea Set - 5 Pc Set

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique James W. Tufts 1948 Silver Plated Art Nouveau Tea Set 5 Pc Set. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: Largest piece: 6" H x 10" W x 6.5" D.

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

1930 Cardeilhac Christofle Art Deco Tea Coffee Set Sterling Silver Rosewood
1930 Cardeilhac Christofle Art Deco Tea Coffee Set Sterling Silver Rosewood

1930 Cardeilhac Christofle Art Deco Tea Coffee Set Sterling Silver Rosewood

By Cardeilhac, Christofle Cardeilhac 1, Christofle

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Art Deco tea and coffee set made in sterling silver and rosewood by Cardeilhac Christofle created in 1930s. Service including: - a coffee pot - a tea pot - a milkpot - a sugar pot...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Porcelain Tea/Coffee Set Bone China Royal Maastricht Sphinx, Holland
Vintage Porcelain Tea/Coffee Set Bone China Royal Maastricht Sphinx, Holland

Vintage Porcelain Tea/Coffee Set Bone China Royal Maastricht Sphinx, Holland

Located in Bastogne, BE

This beautiful vintage tea set was crafted in Holland, circa 1950s by Royal Maastricht Sphinx. Its smooth appearance will help to build up relaxing and happy feelings while drinking ...

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1950s Dutch Vintage Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Mid-Century Ceramic Teapot Set by Alfa Ceramiche, Italy, 1950s
Mid-Century Ceramic Teapot Set by Alfa Ceramiche, Italy, 1950s

Mid-Century Ceramic Teapot Set by Alfa Ceramiche, Italy, 1950s

Located in Catania, CT

Good vintage condition with normal trace of age and use for this teapot set made from ceramic and produced in Italy during the 50s by Alfa Ceramiche.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic

Blossom Mexican Mexico Sterling Silver Tea Set 7-Piece
Blossom Mexican Mexico Sterling Silver Tea Set 7-Piece

Blossom Mexican Mexico Sterling Silver Tea Set 7-Piece

Located in Big Bend, WI

Blossom by Unknown Gorgeous Blossom Mexican sterling silver 7-piece tea set (maker unknown). This set includes: 1 - Kettle on stand: measures 14" tall x 9" and weighs 75 troy ounce...

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20th Century Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Kunsthandwerk Austria, tea set for three in light blue stoneware.
Kunsthandwerk Austria, tea set for three in light blue stoneware.

Kunsthandwerk Austria, tea set for three in light blue stoneware.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Kunsthandwerk Austria, tea set for three in light blue stoneware. 1960s/1970s. In perfect condition. Marked. Teacup: D 9.0 cm without handle x H 7.0 cm. Plate: D 19.0 cm.

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1960s Austrian Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Stoneware

Edwardian Sterling Silver Arts and Crafts Mug by William Hutton, 1904
Edwardian Sterling Silver Arts and Crafts Mug by William Hutton, 1904

Edwardian Sterling Silver Arts and Crafts Mug by William Hutton, 1904

By William Hutton & Sons

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver Arts & crafts mug; an addition to our wine and drinks related silverware collection. This exceptional, ...

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Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Tea Sets

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Sterling Silver

Japanese Art Deco Tea Set for Four People
Japanese Art Deco Tea Set for Four People

Japanese Art Deco Tea Set for Four People

$1,500Sale Price / set|20% Off

Japanese Art Deco Tea Set for Four People

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Art Deco tea set made of the chary wood .Artisan antique work and hand painted Weight of the set is about 1.5 Lb .( 750 grams ).

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1930s Japanese Art Deco Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Fruitwood

Antique Copper & Brass Tea Kettle
Antique Copper & Brass Tea Kettle

Antique Copper & Brass Tea Kettle

Located in Bridgeport, CT

An authentic and decorative 19th Century Water Kettle. Large oval form copper tea kettle with gooseneck spout, fixed cylindrical handle, tin lined interior with one vertical seam. D...

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19th Century Georgian Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Brass, Copper, Tin

Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Period Amsterdam Bont Tea Bowls
Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Period Amsterdam Bont Tea Bowls

Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Period Amsterdam Bont Tea Bowls

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Porcelain decorated in underglaze cobalt blue and overglaze red. Its a marriage, combination between 2 sets. Pair tea Bowl and dish. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & P...

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17th Century Japanese Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Kutani Ware Painted Shozo Gilt Tea Set of 6, Pot and Cups in Porcelain
Japanese Kutani Ware Painted Shozo Gilt Tea Set of 6, Pot and Cups in Porcelain

Japanese Kutani Ware Painted Shozo Gilt Tea Set of 6, Pot and Cups in Porcelain

Located in Miami, FL

Japanese Kutani Ware Painted Shozo Gilt Tea Set of 6, Pot and Cups in Porcelain Offered for sale is a set of Japanese Kutani Ware Porcelain Hand-painted Shozo Gilt Teapot...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Rolf Sinnemark / "CUBE" TEA POT 400 / Rorstrand / 1985
Rolf Sinnemark / "CUBE" TEA POT 400 / Rorstrand / 1985

Rolf Sinnemark / "CUBE" TEA POT 400 / Rorstrand / 1985

By Rörstrand, Rolf Sinnemark

Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP

ROLF SINNEMARK is a Swedish designer and glass artist. He studied industrial design at KONSTFACK in Stockholm. After working in the USA, he was with BODA (merged with KOSTA BODA) fro...

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1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tea Sets

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Ceramic

Antique Sterling Silver Teapot by W.G. Keight, Queen Anne Style, 1907
Antique Sterling Silver Teapot by W.G. Keight, Queen Anne Style, 1907

Antique Sterling Silver Teapot by W.G. Keight, Queen Anne Style, 1907

By W.G. Keight 1

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver teapot in the Queen Anne style, part of our diverse teaware collection. This impressive antique Edwardian sterling silver teapot has been modelled in the Queen Anne style onto an oval collet foot. The lower portion of this fine teapot is embellished with batwing style embossed fluted decoration accented with subtly elevated rounded projections. The upper portion of the body is encircled with a narrow band reflecting the same fluted decoration, all in a swirl design. The Edwardian teapot is fitted with a hinged domed cover, which features further fluted decoration. The cover is surmounted by a carved, shaped fluted painted wood and sterling silver finial. This Queen Anne style teapot...

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Early 1900s English Queen Anne Antique Tea Sets

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Teapot, Exclusive Silver Rococo English Mid-century Coffee Pot
Antique Teapot, Exclusive Silver Rococo English Mid-century Coffee Pot

Antique Teapot, Exclusive Silver Rococo English Mid-century Coffee Pot

Located in Wembley, GB

An antique Art Deco tea set and silver-plated teapot beautifully designed and created suit elegant serving. With lid pressed, cast and chased vaulted lid. Coffee pot, Height 27 cm. S...

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1930s British Art Deco Vintage Tea Sets

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Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Sheet Metal

Andy Warhol American Modern "100 Cans" Pattern Coffee Mugs
Andy Warhol American Modern "100 Cans" Pattern Coffee Mugs

Andy Warhol American Modern "100 Cans" Pattern Coffee Mugs

By Andy Warhol

Located in Queens, NY

SET OF 3 Andy Warhol American Modern coffee mugs featuring a "100 Cans" Campbell's Soup pattern around the rim, one oversized, 2 standard size. (PRICED AS SET) AVAILABLE INDIVIDUALLY...

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20th Century American Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Other

Pair of English Victorian Minton Porcelain Teacups and Saucers
Pair of English Victorian Minton Porcelain Teacups and Saucers

Pair of English Victorian Minton Porcelain Teacups and Saucers

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of English Victorian white Minton porcelain tea cups with gold banding and 2 handles with saucers. (PRICED AS PAIR)

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Gold

Art Deco Sterling Silver Tea Set by Barker Brothers, 1939-1946
Art Deco Sterling Silver Tea Set by Barker Brothers, 1939-1946

Art Deco Sterling Silver Tea Set by Barker Brothers, 1939-1946

By Barker Brothers Silver Ltd.

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in Birmingham between 1939 and 1946 by Barker Brothers Ltd. this architectural George VI sterling silver five-piece tea set is of a fine Art Deco design. The pieces have a...

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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Tea Sets

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Sterling Silver

George III sterling silver 'drum' teapot made in London in 1775 by John King
George III sterling silver 'drum' teapot made in London in 1775 by John King

George III sterling silver 'drum' teapot made in London in 1775 by John King

By John King

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1775 by John King, this George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Teapot, is 'drum' shaped, and features a wooden handle and finial. The teapot measures 4.5"...

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1770s English George III Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Royal Copenhagen Denmark Porcelain Quaking Grass Coffee Service
Vintage Royal Copenhagen Denmark Porcelain Quaking Grass Coffee Service

Vintage Royal Copenhagen Denmark Porcelain Quaking Grass Coffee Service

By Royal Copenhagen

Located in Chicago, IL

A fine vintage Danish porcelain set. Pieces Signed on underside. Service of eight with small cake plates. All with artistic decoration to the porcelain. Porcelain is a ivory color (h...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Gorham Medallion Coin Silver 5-Piece Coffee & Tea Set
Antique Gorham Medallion Coin Silver 5-Piece Coffee & Tea Set

Antique Gorham Medallion Coin Silver 5-Piece Coffee & Tea Set

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in New York, NY

Medallion coin silver coffee and tea set. Made by Gorham in Providence, ca 1860. This set comprises 5 pieces: coffeepot, teapot, creamer, sugar, and waste bowl. Globular bowls on ste...

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Mid-19th Century American American Classical Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Vereco, France, a set of twelve teacups with matching saucers and a bowl.
Vereco, France, a set of twelve teacups with matching saucers and a bowl.

Vereco, France, a set of twelve teacups with matching saucers and a bowl.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Vereco, France, a set of twelve teacups with matching saucers and a bowl. Green art glass. Approx. 1970s. Marked. In perfect condition. Cup measures D 8.5 (without handle) x H 4.5 cm...

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Art Glass

English Pearlware Tea Set, Early 19th Century
English Pearlware Tea Set, Early 19th Century

English Pearlware Tea Set, Early 19th Century

Located in Chappaqua, NY

English Pearlware tea set, early 19th century. Two tea pots with swan finials. Six tea bowls and matching saucers. Delicate white porcelain with grap...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Pearlware

A Chinese Export Porcelain Blue and White Teabowl and Saucer
A Chinese Export Porcelain Blue and White Teabowl and Saucer

A Chinese Export Porcelain Blue and White Teabowl and Saucer

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely tea bowl and dish. Its a marriage, combination of 2 sets. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Plates Region of Origin: China Period: 18th century Qing...

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18th Century Chinese Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

1970s Vintage Glass Coffee Set with Metal Handles from Italy
1970s Vintage Glass Coffee Set with Metal Handles from Italy

1970s Vintage Glass Coffee Set with Metal Handles from Italy

Located in Roma, IT

Glass coffee set is a wonderful glass decorative object, realized during the 1970s. Beautifully glass set of six little coffeesmall cup with metal handles. Label of manufacturer ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Tea Sets

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Metal

Modernist Brass Tea Caddy by Hayno Focken
Modernist Brass Tea Caddy by Hayno Focken

Modernist Brass Tea Caddy by Hayno Focken

By Hayno Focken

Located in Petworth, GB

Modernist Tea Caddy by Hayno Focken with integral spoon. Brass Makers Stamp mark German Circa 1930 Height 12cm Diameter 8cm Spoon: Height 0.5cm. Width 3.5cm. Length 14cm

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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Brass

19th Century Handcrafted Mughal Brass Samovar in Moorish Style
19th Century Handcrafted Mughal Brass Samovar in Moorish Style

19th Century Handcrafted Mughal Brass Samovar in Moorish Style

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Exceptional large scale handcrafted Mughal Indian brass samovar, tea kettle with finely etched and embossed floral designs. Used in the Middle East, Ind...

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19th Century Indian Moorish Antique Tea Sets

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Brass

Hotel Silver Tea Pot
Hotel Silver Tea Pot

Hotel Silver Tea Pot

Located in Houston, TX

Enjoy this charming 19th century tea pot from France while entertaining or enjoying a cup of tea for yourself. Measures: 4" diameter 4.5" height.

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19th Century French Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Fine & High Quality Porcelain Tea Cup / Saucer - Rice Grain - Gilt Enameled
Fine & High Quality Porcelain Tea Cup / Saucer - Rice Grain - Gilt Enameled

Fine & High Quality Porcelain Tea Cup / Saucer - Rice Grain - Gilt Enameled

Located in Atlanta, GA

Unknown Maker, likely French. Incredibly high quality make - Delicate porcelain with floral and foliate enamel detailing to surfaces - Gold accents to the rims and around each "Rice ...

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20th Century French Art Nouveau Tea Sets

Materials

Enamel

George VI Sterling Silver Tea Set by Viner's Ltd., Sheffield, 1936 - 1938
George VI Sterling Silver Tea Set by Viner's Ltd., Sheffield, 1936 - 1938

George VI Sterling Silver Tea Set by Viner's Ltd., Sheffield, 1936 - 1938

By Viners 1

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in Sheffield between 1936 and 1938 by Viner's Ltd. this classic George VI sterling silver four-piece tea set is of a traditional design. The pieces have a polished surface...

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1930s English Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Copper Set by Harald Buchrucker, Germany, 1950s
Vintage Copper Set by Harald Buchrucker, Germany, 1950s

Vintage Copper Set by Harald Buchrucker, Germany, 1950s

By Harald Buchrucker

Located in Roma, IT

Buchrucker candlestick is an original set realized in the 1950s. Original copper and brass. The set includes: One circular tray (Ø 23.5 cm), one teapot (H. 16.5 cm), one coffee p...

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1950s German Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Brass, Copper

Royal Copenhagen, Set of Six "Magnolia" Tea Cups with Saucers and Six Plates
Royal Copenhagen, Set of Six "Magnolia" Tea Cups with Saucers and Six Plates

Royal Copenhagen, Set of Six "Magnolia" Tea Cups with Saucers and Six Plates

Located in København, Copenhagen

Royal Copenhagen. Set of six "Magnolia" tea cups with saucers and six plates, late 20th century. 1st factory quality. In very good condition. Stamped. Cup measures: 8.7 x 5.5 cm....

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Late 20th Century Danish Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Set of Six Contemporary Japanese Gold Blue Red Porcelain Dessert Plates, 2
Set of Six Contemporary Japanese Gold Blue Red Porcelain Dessert Plates, 2

Set of Six Contemporary Japanese Gold Blue Red Porcelain Dessert Plates, 2

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Exquisite set of six contemporary Japnese gilded hand-painted Porcelain dessert plates in vivid red, blue and green generously decorated with gold, with an intricate flower and gold patternwith a stunning scalloped pattern around the rim is inspired by Meissen in Germany, with the history of creating extraordinary porcelain for centuries. This beautiful set is produced by one of the most respected Japanese porcelain companies with the history of producing exceptional porcelain pieces. Imari-Arita region of Japan has a history of more than 400 years of exporting the finest porcelain produced in that region. There was a fascination for Arita ware...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Tea Sets

Materials

Gold

Antique Japanese Porcelain Edo Period Tea Bowl Floral Hare Imari, c. 1700
Antique Japanese Porcelain Edo Period Tea Bowl Floral Hare Imari, c. 1700

Antique Japanese Porcelain Edo Period Tea Bowl Floral Hare Imari, c. 1700

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Porcelain decorated in underglaze cobalt blue and overglaze red. Its a marriage, combination between 2 sets. Edo , c. 1700 Tea Bowl and dish Additional information: Material: Porcel...

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17th Century Japanese Edo Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique, New and Vintage Tea Sets

Ready to serve high tea and brunch for your family and friends? Start with the right antique, new or vintage tea set.

Tea is a multicultural, multinational beverage and isn’t confined to any particular lifestyle or age group. It has humble beginnings, and one of its best-known origin stories places the first cups of tea in 2700 B.C. in China, where it was recognized for its medicinal properties. Jump ahead to 17th-century England, when Chinese tea began to arrive at ports in London. During the early 1800s, tea became widely affordable, and the concept of teatime took shape all over England. Today, more than 150 million people reportedly drink tea daily in the United States.

Early tea drinkers enjoyed their beverage in a bowl, and English potters eventually added a handle to the porcelain bowls so that burning your fingers became less of a teatime hazard. With the rise in the popularity of teatime, tea sets, also referred to as tea service, became a hot commodity.

During Queen Victoria’s reign, teakettles and coffeepots were added to tea services that were quite large — indeed, small baked goods were served with your drink back then, and a tea set could include many teacups and saucers, a milk pot and other accessories.

During the early 1920s, a sterling-silver full tea service and tray designed by Tiffany & Co. might include a hot-water kettle on a stand, a coffeepot, teapot, a creamer with a small lip spout, a waste bowl and a bowl for sugar, which the British were stirring into tea as early as the 18th century.

But you don’t have to limit your tea set to Victorian or Art Deco styles — shake up teatime with an artful contemporary service. If the bold porcelain cups and saucers by Italian brand Seletti are too unconventional for your otherwise subdued tea circle, find antique services on 1stDibs from Japan, France and other locales as well as vintage mid-century modern tea sets and neoclassical designs.