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Vintage Victorian Silver Plated Footed Coffee Pot Tea Kettle
Vintage Victorian Silver Plated Footed Coffee Pot Tea Kettle

Vintage Victorian Silver Plated Footed Coffee Pot Tea Kettle

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Victorian Silver Plated Footed Coffee Pot Tea Kettle. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 11.5" H x 10" W x 5" D.

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Mid-20th Century Victorian Tea Sets

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Silver Plate

Vintage Baroque by Wallace 252 & 253 Silver Plated Punch Bowl Set w/ 10 Cups
Vintage Baroque by Wallace 252 & 253 Silver Plated Punch Bowl Set w/ 10 Cups

Vintage Baroque by Wallace 252 & 253 Silver Plated Punch Bowl Set w/ 10 Cups

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Baroque by Wallace (252, 253) Silver Plated Pedestal Base Punch Bowl Set w/ 10 Cups. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 10" H x 15" Diameter. Cup: 3" H x 4.25" W x 3.25" D.

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Mid-20th Century Baroque Tea Sets

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Silver Plate

Mid-Century Danish Studio Pottery Teapot from Søholm, 1960s
Mid-Century Danish Studio Pottery Teapot from Søholm, 1960s

Mid-Century Danish Studio Pottery Teapot from Søholm, 1960s

By Søholm Stentøj

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Danish Studio Pottery Teapot from Søholm, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Ce...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets

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Ceramic

1964 Jaroslav Jezek Exlusive Porcelain Tea Set "Nefertiti", Czechoslovakia
1964 Jaroslav Jezek Exlusive Porcelain Tea Set "Nefertiti", Czechoslovakia

1964 Jaroslav Jezek Exlusive Porcelain Tea Set "Nefertiti", Czechoslovakia

By Jaroslav Jezek

Located in Praha, CZ

- Very good condition with minor signs of use - 6 cups with plate and 3 pots - Suggar Pot: 10cmx10cm - Cup: 6,5cm 8,5cm 6,5cm - Plate: 1,5cm 14cmx14cm - Cream pot: 11,5cmx11,...

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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Empire Old Paris porcelain tea and coffee set
19th Century Empire Old Paris porcelain tea and coffee set

19th Century Empire Old Paris porcelain tea and coffee set

Located in Delft, NL

19th Century Empire Old Paris porcelain tea and coffee set An early 19th Century Old Paris porcelain coffee, tea set with green painted French country scenes and gold paint. The gol...

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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Vintage Hans Achtziger for Hutschenreuther Selb Demitasse Coffee Set
Vintage Hans Achtziger for Hutschenreuther Selb Demitasse Coffee Set

Vintage Hans Achtziger for Hutschenreuther Selb Demitasse Coffee Set

By Hutschenreuther

Located in East Quogue, NY

Decorative white porcelain 'Apart' coffee demitasse set from Hutschenreuther Selb, with 6 cups, 6 saucers, coffee pot, creamer/milk jug, and sugar bowl (15-piece set). German porcela...

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1950s German Modern Vintage Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Mid-Century Finnish Tsaikka Tea Glass by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
Mid-Century Finnish Tsaikka Tea Glass by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

Mid-Century Finnish Tsaikka Tea Glass by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Finnish Tsaikka Tea Glass by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1950 to 1959 Official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs, designer ...

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20th Century Finnish Tea Sets

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Metal

Vintage Silver-Plated Teapot with Tray  Water or Wine Jug With Graving
Vintage Silver-Plated Teapot with Tray  Water or Wine Jug With Graving

Vintage Silver-Plated Teapot with Tray Water or Wine Jug With Graving

Located in Bastogne, BE

Vintage Silver-Plated Teapot on a Tray. A jug with a narrow neck and spout is most suitable for serving strong drinks. In a silver vessel of this form, the drink will retain its qualities and properties well, will not expire and it is convenient to pour it. Can also be used to serve coffee or tea. Thanks to the engraving, the jug turned into a work of art. Floral patterns made by hand make it unique. Such a product will not only fit into any interior, but will also decorate your apartment and please the eye for many years. It is also a great gift for a loved one, which he will definitely remember. Silver-plated decorative jug...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Circa 1891-1911 Chinese Export Rose Medallion Porcelain Tea Service
Circa 1891-1911 Chinese Export Rose Medallion Porcelain Tea Service

Circa 1891-1911 Chinese Export Rose Medallion Porcelain Tea Service

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1891-1911 Chinese export Rose Medallion porcelain tea service. Service for 6: cups & saucers, teapot, covered sugar & cream jug; each piece marked "China". C-scroll bamboo hand...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Camel Form "Karawan" Silver-Plated Teapot by Mariage Freres Paris France
Camel Form "Karawan" Silver-Plated Teapot by Mariage Freres Paris France

Camel Form "Karawan" Silver-Plated Teapot by Mariage Freres Paris France

By Moore Brothers

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

French silver-plated Karawan teapot in a camel form design: A Marvel by Mariage Frères, Paris.(French, founded 1854).it emerges from the storied ateliers of Mariage Frères, a renowned luxury Parisian tea company. Behd a captivating creation, a French silver plated teapot by Mariage Frères, hailing from 20th-century Paris.Fashioned from silver-plated metal, it assumes the form of a seated camel accompanied by an Arabian Prince.This luxury teapot...

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Late 20th Century French Islamic Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

John Prip for Reed & Barton Dimension Coffee Service Set
John Prip for Reed & Barton Dimension Coffee Service Set

John Prip for Reed & Barton Dimension Coffee Service Set

By John Prip, Reed & Barton

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Dimension service was introduced in 1961; the onion-shaped tea and coffee service in silver plate is a classic design that is currently on display at the Rhode Island School of Desi...

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate

Art Deco Sterling Silver Tea Set by Mappin & Webb, Sheffield, 1946
Art Deco Sterling Silver Tea Set by Mappin & Webb, Sheffield, 1946

Art Deco Sterling Silver Tea Set by Mappin & Webb, Sheffield, 1946

By Mappin & Webb

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1946 by Mappin & Webb, this handsome four-piece George VI sterling silver tea set is of a classic Art Deco, octagonal tapering form. Each piece feature...

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1940s English Art Deco Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

A Reed and Barton Sterling 5pc Tea Set Service
A Reed and Barton Sterling 5pc Tea Set Service

A Reed and Barton Sterling 5pc Tea Set Service

By Reed & Barton

Located in Lambertville, NJ

An Elegant pure sterling silver Hampton Court pattern 5 pc tea set by Reed and Barton. The set consists of a coffee pot at 9 inches high, the teapot at 10 inches high, the covered sugar bowl...

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Mid-20th Century Tea Sets

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Sterling Silver

Hot Bertaa Postmodern Water Kettle by Philippe Starck for ALESSI
Hot Bertaa Postmodern Water Kettle by Philippe Starck for ALESSI

Hot Bertaa Postmodern Water Kettle by Philippe Starck for ALESSI

By Alessi, Philippe Starck

Located in Linkebeek, BE

"Hot Bertaa" Water Kettle by Philippe Starck for ALESSI Philippe Stark - 1990s - Italian - Alessi Measures : 32cmx17cm H:25cm Materials: Brushed Aluminium - Thermo Plastic Wear con...

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20th Century Italian Post-Modern Tea Sets

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Aluminum

Silver & Malachite Creamer, Spoon & Covered Sugar Pot Set by Emilia Castillo
Silver & Malachite Creamer, Spoon & Covered Sugar Pot Set by Emilia Castillo

Silver & Malachite Creamer, Spoon & Covered Sugar Pot Set by Emilia Castillo

By Emilia Castillo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A rare and highly collectible Mexican Modernist tabletop set designed and handcrafted by renowned silversmith Emilia Castillo in Taxco, Mexico—one of the most important centers of Me...

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1980s Mexican Modern Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Malachite, Silver, Silver Plate, Brass

Tiffany & Co. Style Antique Victorian Silverplate Tea Kettle with Boiler
Tiffany & Co. Style Antique Victorian Silverplate Tea Kettle with Boiler

Tiffany & Co. Style Antique Victorian Silverplate Tea Kettle with Boiler

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique silverplate tea kettle or coffee pot with boiler In the manner of Tiffany & Co. USA, Late 19th Century Measures: Kettle : 9.25"W x 13"D x 11.75"H. Boiler : 9.75...

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Tea Sets

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Silver Plate

Fine Porcelain Tea and Coffee Set
Fine Porcelain Tea and Coffee Set

Fine Porcelain Tea and Coffee Set

Located in Antwerp, BE

The beautiful set comprised of a tea or coffee pot, a cream jug and a sugar bowl with lid and twelve cups and saucers, each piece with gilded borders; Portuguese exquisite Porcelain,...

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

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Porcelain

Vintage Opalescent Pastel Colors Coffee / Tea Set for Eight with Gold Rims
Vintage Opalescent Pastel Colors Coffee / Tea Set for Eight with Gold Rims

Vintage Opalescent Pastel Colors Coffee / Tea Set for Eight with Gold Rims

Located in Barcelona, ES

Pastel Colors Opalescent Glass Coffee Tea Set for Eight Manufactured by Arcopal, France, 1960s. A highly decorative set of eight Harlequin opalescent pastel colors glass tea or coffe...

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

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Gold Leaf

Meissen, “Pink Indian”. Porcelain tea set comprising five cups with saucers.
Meissen, “Pink Indian”. Porcelain tea set comprising five cups with saucers.

Meissen, “Pink Indian”. Porcelain tea set comprising five cups with saucers.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Meissen, “Pink Indian” Tea set for 5 persons, early 20th century. Porcelain tea set comprising five cups with saucers, hand-painted in the classic "Pink Indian" pattern, decorated wi...

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Early 20th Century German Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Soviet Russian 916 Silver Gilt Enamel Cup & Saucer, Leningrad. Mid-20th Century.
Soviet Russian 916 Silver Gilt Enamel Cup & Saucer, Leningrad. Mid-20th Century.

Soviet Russian 916 Silver Gilt Enamel Cup & Saucer, Leningrad. Mid-20th Century.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A rare and highly collectible Soviet Russian tea pair crafted in 916 silver, decorated with three-color enamel and finished with a richly gilt interior. Produced in Leningrad in the ...

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Mid-20th Century Russian Tea Sets

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Enamel

Antique 10 Person Afternoon Tea Service, English, Cup, Saucer, Bowl, Victorian
Antique 10 Person Afternoon Tea Service, English, Cup, Saucer, Bowl, Victorian

Antique 10 Person Afternoon Tea Service, English, Cup, Saucer, Bowl, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique 10 person afternoon tea service. An English, 31 piece ceramic cup, saucer, tiffin plate and sugar bowl set, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880. Eye-c...

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1880s British Anglo-Japanese Antique Tea Sets

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Ceramic

"Bombè" Carlo Alessi 1945 Italian Design Steel Metal Tea and Coffee Set
"Bombè" Carlo Alessi 1945 Italian Design Steel Metal Tea and Coffee Set

"Bombè" Carlo Alessi 1945 Italian Design Steel Metal Tea and Coffee Set

By Alessi, Carlo Alessi

Located in Brescia, IT

Carlo Alessi 1945 design, Made in Italy. Stainless steel handles and knobs in applewood. The set includes coffee pot, 2 tea pots, milk jug, sugar bowl and oval tray. First edition with the old mark "Alfra...

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1940s Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Metal, Brass

Napoleon III Style Porcelain De Paris Coffee/Tea Service For 12 People-28 Pieces
Napoleon III Style Porcelain De Paris Coffee/Tea Service For 12 People-28 Pieces

Napoleon III Style Porcelain De Paris Coffee/Tea Service For 12 People-28 Pieces

By Porcelaine de Paris

Located in Prato, Tuscany

We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Valuable and particular served in fine French porcelain in Napoleon III style; it is composed of 12 cups with a plate, a milk jug, a sugar bowl without a lid in the shape of a small cup so that it can contain sugar cubes or cookies, and two round trays with handles...

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Mid-20th Century French Napoleon III Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Set of Four Mid-Century Modern WMF Tea Glasses, Germany
Set of Four Mid-Century Modern WMF Tea Glasses, Germany

Set of Four Mid-Century Modern WMF Tea Glasses, Germany

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century German Tea Glasses from WMF, 1960s, Set of 4, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Glass...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets

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Metal

Tony Wood Studio England Pussy Foot Cat Shaped Teapot, Ceramics
Tony Wood Studio England Pussy Foot Cat Shaped Teapot, Ceramics

Tony Wood Studio England Pussy Foot Cat Shaped Teapot, Ceramics

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage playful ceramic teapot features cat-shaped body with curled tail serving as a handle and lifted front paw - as a spout; the lid is done in shape of a cat's head. Naturalisti...

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Late 20th Century English British Colonial Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Limoges Porcelain Tea and Coffee Set.
Limoges Porcelain Tea and Coffee Set.

Limoges Porcelain Tea and Coffee Set.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

" Limoges Porcelain Tea and Coffee Set. " Porcelain tea or coffee service, composed of 4 cups and saucers, a teapot and a tray, 20th century. Dim...

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20th Century French Louis XV Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

German Porcelain Tea / Coffee Service For Ten
German Porcelain Tea / Coffee Service For Ten

German Porcelain Tea / Coffee Service For Ten

Located in Tarry Town, NY

German porcelain tea / coffee service for ten people. Each piece is in great condition. Maker's mark undersigned "Crown Heinrich Germany". All together 30 pieces. Measures: Include tall covered coffee / tea pot 9.7" x 8". Medium tea / coffee pot 9" x 7". Small coffee / tea pot 5.8" x 7". Ten coffee / tea cups 4.3" x 2.5". Ten coffee / tea saucers...

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Early 20th Century German Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

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

Los Castillo Taxco Silver Azurite Malachite Creamer Sugar Tray Set, Mexican Mod
Los Castillo Taxco Silver Azurite Malachite Creamer Sugar Tray Set, Mexican Mod

Los Castillo Taxco Silver Azurite Malachite Creamer Sugar Tray Set, Mexican Mod

By Los Castillo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A refined vintage silver-plated coffee or tea service designed and produced by the celebrated Los Castillo silversmith workshop in Taxco, Mexico, during the mid to late 20th century....

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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tea Sets

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Malachite, Silver, Silver Plate, Brass

Georgian Sterling Silver Locking Tea Caddy by Michael Plummer, 1794
Georgian Sterling Silver Locking Tea Caddy by Michael Plummer, 1794

Georgian Sterling Silver Locking Tea Caddy by Michael Plummer, 1794

By Michael Plummer

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver locking tea caddy; an addition to our silver teaware collection. This exceptional antique George III sterling silver locking tea caddy has a navette, paneled shaped form. The body of this silver tea caddy box is embellished with bands of bright cut engraved volute spiraling leaf ornamentation on a matte background to the upper and lower portions; these bands flank a plain undulating bordered panel. The ornamentation to the surface of the caddy alternates with panels of concave vertical fluted decoration. This antique Georgian tea caddy is retains the original hallmarked flush hinged covers; the flush hinge indicates the fine quality of this piece. The cover is embellished with further bright cut engraved undulating borders accented with bud motifs, in addition to simplified borders paralleling the domed paneled portion; the domed portions reflects the incurved shape of the body. This impressive cover is surmounted with a cast sterling silver urn style finial, in the Classic Adams style. The caddy retains the original fitted fully working lock and functional key. This sterling silver tea caddy is a highly desirable shape and style. Condition: This Georgian silver tea caddy...

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1790s English George III Antique Tea Sets

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Woodbury Pewter Henry Ford Museum Pewter Coffee Serving Set- 4 Piece Set
Vintage Woodbury Pewter Henry Ford Museum Pewter Coffee Serving Set- 4 Piece Set

Vintage Woodbury Pewter Henry Ford Museum Pewter Coffee Serving Set- 4 Piece Set

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Woodbury Pewter Henry Ford Museum Pewter Collection Tea/Coffee Serving Set- 4 Piece. Listing includes (1) tray, (1) coffee pot, (1) lidded sugar bowl, (1) creamer, original l...

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Late 20th Century Other Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Louis pattern sterling silve coffee pot by Barnards in 1856
Louis pattern sterling silve coffee pot by Barnards in 1856

Louis pattern sterling silve coffee pot by Barnards in 1856

By Barnard Brothers

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1856 by Barnard Brothers, this attractive, Antique, Victorian, Sterling Silver Coffee Pot, is in the Louis pattern style, featuring chased decoration througho...

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1850s English Victorian Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Brass Tea Set, Early 20th Century
Brass Tea Set, Early 20th Century

Brass Tea Set, Early 20th Century

Located in Roma, IT

Brass tea set is an original decorative object realized in Europe in the early 20th century. The set is realized in brass with chiseled decorations. The set includes: one tea ...

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Early 20th Century European Tea Sets

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Brass

Cinderella's Mice Teapot, Handmade in Italy, Luxury Handcrafted Design, 2021
Cinderella's Mice Teapot, Handmade in Italy, Luxury Handcrafted Design, 2021

Cinderella's Mice Teapot, Handmade in Italy, Luxury Handcrafted Design, 2021

By Mosche Bianche

Located in San Miniato PI, IT

Our artisan's pieces are a dream come true, as in Disney's Alice in Wonderland. Ceramic tea service are completely hand-crafted and painted with love and care. Sometimes we all ju...

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2010s Italian Baroque Tea Sets

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Ceramic

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Gorham 01180 Tilting Teapot Coffee Pot on Stand
Antique Victorian Silver Plated Gorham 01180 Tilting Teapot Coffee Pot on Stand

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Gorham 01180 Tilting Teapot Coffee Pot on Stand

By Gorham

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Gorham 01180 Ornate Footed Tilting Teapot Coffee Pot on Warming Stand. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 12.5" H x 10" W x 6" D.

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Early 20th Century Victorian Tea Sets

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Silver Plate

Otto Wolter, German Sterling Silver Tea set, Mid 20th Century
Otto Wolter, German Sterling Silver Tea set, Mid 20th Century

Otto Wolter, German Sterling Silver Tea set, Mid 20th Century

By Otto Wolter

Located in Delft, NL

Otto Wolter, German Sterling Silver Tea set, Mid 20th Century A 3 piece German Sterling Silver tea set by Otto Wolter (1875-1991), consisting of a teapot, milk jug and a sugar bowl...

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Mid-20th Century German Tea Sets

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Silver

Rare Antique German Porcelain Tea Coffee Set Hand Painted Gilt KPM Berlin
Rare Antique German Porcelain Tea Coffee Set Hand Painted Gilt KPM Berlin

Rare Antique German Porcelain Tea Coffee Set Hand Painted Gilt KPM Berlin

By KPM Porcelain

Located in London, GB

Rare Antique German Porcelain Tea Coffee Set Hand Painted Gilt KPM Berlin German, c. 1830 Smallest (milk jug): Height 9cm, width 11cm, depth 6cm Largest (teapot): Height 18cm, width ...

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Early 19th Century German Neoclassical Antique Tea Sets

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Porcelain

5-Piece Tea and Coffee Set by M. Dufrene for Christofle (Gallia)
5-Piece Tea and Coffee Set by M. Dufrene for Christofle (Gallia)

5-Piece Tea and Coffee Set by M. Dufrene for Christofle (Gallia)

By Gallia

Located in NANTES, FR

Tea and coffee set designed by Maurice Dufrene for Galia/Christople Set consisting of a tray, a coffee pot, a teapot, a milk jug, and a sugar bowl. Black wooden handles. Gallia hall...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Tea Sets

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Silver Plate

Chinese Enamelware Teapot with Twin Dragons, c. 1900
Chinese Enamelware Teapot with Twin Dragons, c. 1900

Chinese Enamelware Teapot with Twin Dragons, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Tea drinking has been an integral part of Chinese culture for centuries, resulting in a wide range of social customs and material traditions. In addition to tea leaves, water, and heat, the art of drinking tea (chayi) calls for a variety of teaware and utensils - both practical and decorative. This rounded teapot...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Tea Sets

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Brass

Sterling Silver Tea Set
Sterling Silver Tea Set

Sterling Silver Tea Set

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in Brooklyn, NY

We are thrilled to offer you this sterling silver tea set by Gorham Silversmiths, hallmarked 1874. This one hundred and fifty years old set has been ...

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1870s American Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th-Century Chinese Jade Tea Set- 9 Pieces
20th-Century Chinese Jade Tea Set- 9 Pieces

20th-Century Chinese Jade Tea Set- 9 Pieces

Located in Pomona, CA

Look at this magnificent Vintage Chinese Jade tea set. It was hand made and hand carved with beautiful Chinese traditional carving works on it. It has 6 cups together with on teapot ...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Tea Sets

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Jade

Antique French Sèvres Style Cobalt Blue Gold Gilt Jewelled Porcelain Tea Set Ser
Antique French Sèvres Style Cobalt Blue Gold Gilt Jewelled Porcelain Tea Set Ser

Antique French Sèvres Style Cobalt Blue Gold Gilt Jewelled Porcelain Tea Set Ser

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in London, GB

Antique French Sèvres Style Cobalt Blue Gold Gilt Jewelled Porcelain Tea Set Service French, Late 19th Century Smallest (teapot): Height 15cm, width 18cm, depth 11cm Largest (tray)...

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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique English Victorian Silver Plated Floral Repousse Coffee Pot Teapot
Antique English Victorian Silver Plated Floral Repousse Coffee Pot Teapot

Antique English Victorian Silver Plated Floral Repousse Coffee Pot Teapot

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique English Victorian Silver Plated Floral Repousse Coffee Pot Teapot with Urn Finial. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 11" H x 7" W x 4.5" D.

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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

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.