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19th Century English Wedgwood Hand-Painted Bamboo Porcelain Teapot with Lid
19th Century English Wedgwood Hand-Painted Bamboo Porcelain Teapot with Lid

19th Century English Wedgwood Hand-Painted Bamboo Porcelain Teapot with Lid

By Wedgewood

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This refined 19th-century Wedgwood teapot is an exceptional example of English porcelain, hand-painted with an elegant bamboo motif emblematic of the Aesthetic Movement. The teapot f...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century French Set of Sterling Silver Coffee or Tea Pot and Milk Jug
19th Century French Set of Sterling Silver Coffee or Tea Pot and Milk Jug

19th Century French Set of Sterling Silver Coffee or Tea Pot and Milk Jug

Located in Sofia, BG

French silver set of small coffee pot and milk jug standing on three legs ending in delicate claws with wooden hand curved handle. Very good condition. 19th century.  

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Late 19th Century French Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hayno Focken Brass Teapot with Lid, circa 1930
Hayno Focken Brass Teapot with Lid, circa 1930

Hayno Focken Brass Teapot with Lid, circa 1930

By Hayno Focken

Located in San Francisco, CA

Hayno Focken (Germany, 1905-1968) rare brass teapot with lid, circa 1930 Extremely rare handmade teapot by noted metalworker Hayno Focken. Dimensions approximately 8" diameter at the body x 8" high + handle. Hayno Focken completed an apprenticeship with Professor Karl Muller...

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Early 20th Century German Bauhaus Tea Sets

Materials

Brass

Set of six KP, Karlskrona (Sweden) tea cups with saucers.
Set of six KP, Karlskrona (Sweden) tea cups with saucers.

Set of six KP, Karlskrona (Sweden) tea cups with saucers.

Located in København, Copenhagen

A set of six KP, Karlskrona (Sweden) tea cups with saucers in cream-colored porcelain with gold decoration. Classic style. 1930s/1940s. Marked. In perfect condition. Cup: D 9.6 cm. w...

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1930s Swedish Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Antique Kangxi Period Chinese Porcelain Dish Amsterdam Bont Parrot
Set of Antique Kangxi Period Chinese Porcelain Dish Amsterdam Bont Parrot

Set of Antique Kangxi Period Chinese Porcelain Dish Amsterdam Bont Parrot

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Antique Rare Kangxi Period Chinese Porcelain Dish Amsterdam Bont Parrot Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Emperor: Kangxi (1661-1722) Chi...

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20th Century Chinese Qing Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Service by Johnson, Walker & Tolhurst, 1893
Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Service by Johnson, Walker & Tolhurst, 1893

Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Service by Johnson, Walker & Tolhurst, 1893

By Johnson, Walker & Tolhurst 1

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver three-piece tea set in the Queen Anne style; an addition to our silver teaware collection. This fine antique Victorian sterling silver three-piece tea service consists of a teapot, sugar bowl and cream jug / creamer. Each piece has a plain circular compressed form onto a plain circular collet foot. The lower portion of each item is embellished with embossed fluted decoration in the Queen Anne style. The surface of the upper portion of each piece is plain with an impressive applied gadroon decorated border to the waisted flared rim. The teapot is fitted with a flush hinged domed hallmarked cover, which also features fluted decoration; the flush hinge indicates the Fine quality of this service. The cover is surmounted by the original carved circular fluted painted wood and sterling silver finial, securing to the interior with a wing nut. This fine antique teapot is fitted with a swan necked spout ornamented with an impressive embossed singular leaf design to the underside. The teapot retains the original C-shape carved painted wood handle with a plain scrolling thumbpiece. The cream jug and sugar bowl have plain ribbed angular sterling silver handles. This impressive Queen Anne tea set was crafted by the London silversmiths Walter Walker...

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1890s English Queen Anne Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Vintage Chinese Deco Pewter Teapot, c. 1910s
Vintage Chinese Deco Pewter Teapot, c. 1910s

Vintage Chinese Deco Pewter Teapot, c. 1910s

Located in Chicago, IL

For one short decade, from around 1910 to 1920, pewter was all the rage in China’s bustling commercial centers of Shanghai and Canton. Drawn to pewter’s soft, silvery glow, artists t...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Brass, Pewter

Contemporary Teapot Hand Painted in Italy Porcelain Tableware
Contemporary Teapot Hand Painted in Italy Porcelain Tableware

Contemporary Teapot Hand Painted in Italy Porcelain Tableware

By Coralla Maiuri

Located in Roma, RM

Handcrafted in Italy from the finest porcelain, this Berry teapot is entirely decorated with a dotted pink enamel. Measures: Teapot 20 x 12 x 14 H cm - 60cl - 20oz Piazza del Popolo, Berry collection Hand painted porcelain Made in Italy First introduced at Milan Design Week 2018, the Piazza del Popolo collection is named after a Roman landmark, at the heart of Roman everyday life, and inspired by traditional, simple Italian artisanal pottery yet decorated in a personal and elegant key. Each Coralla Maiuri product is entirely hand decorated. Each is a work of art. While ensuring consistency, they are never identical. Slight variations of decor and color from one to another are not only normal, but to be expected as a sign of their uniqueness.   For large quantities, production lead time to be confirmed. Dishwasher and microwave oven safe.

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2010s Italian Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

1950's Yellow Vernon Kilns Califonia Ceramic Large Tea Pot
1950's Yellow Vernon Kilns Califonia Ceramic Large Tea Pot

1950's Yellow Vernon Kilns Califonia Ceramic Large Tea Pot

Located in Van Nuys, CA

A yellow vintage Vernon Kilns ceramic large teapot is a charming and nostalgic piece that evokes a sense of classic American pottery craftsmanship. Vernon...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic

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

Materials

Sterling Silver

Dutch 19th Century Opaline Glass Tea Caddy with Silver CAP, circa 1870
Dutch 19th Century Opaline Glass Tea Caddy with Silver CAP, circa 1870

Dutch 19th Century Opaline Glass Tea Caddy with Silver CAP, circa 1870

Located in Delft, NL

Dutch 19th century Opaline glass tea caddy with silver cap, circa 1870 An Opaline glass tea caddy with white glass relief of leaves with silver cap. Dutch silver cap, made by the ...

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19th Century Dutch Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Opaline Glass

Mid Century Ceramic Porcelain Vase, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century Ceramic Porcelain Vase, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century Ceramic Porcelain Vase, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A lovely Mid-Century Modern ceramic vase from the 1960s. Original vintage very good condition. Only one unique piece. Hand made and hand painted in Czech Republic, Europe. Signed "Bo...

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Mid-20th Century Czech Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass

Pair of Japanese Porcelain Cup & Saucer Imari 'Flowers" Artemesia, 18th Century
Pair of Japanese Porcelain Cup & Saucer Imari 'Flowers" Artemesia, 18th Century

Pair of Japanese Porcelain Cup & Saucer Imari 'Flowers" Artemesia, 18th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely set from the edo period. Marked with artemesia Leaf at the base. Additional information: Material: Porcelain Type: Tea Bowls & Cups Region of Origin: Japan Period: Edo Period...

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18th Century Japanese Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Woods Ware Wincanton Hand painted Porcelain Teapot
Antique Woods Ware Wincanton Hand painted Porcelain Teapot

Antique Woods Ware Wincanton Hand painted Porcelain Teapot

Located in Pomona, CA

Woods Ware Wincanton Teapot from England, hand Painted Circa 1885. This teapot is in very good antique condition, no cracks or chips, some crazing. This Tea...

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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Tea Caddy Qianjiang Republic Marked Artist Base
Antique Chinese Porcelain Tea Caddy Qianjiang Republic Marked Artist Base

Antique Chinese Porcelain Tea Caddy Qianjiang Republic Marked Artist Base

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely Chinese Porcelain dish Very gorgeous qianjiang decoration. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Color: Qianjiang Region of Origin: China Period: 20th century...

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20th Century Chinese Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Italian Mid-century Travel Espresso Set Coffee Maker
Italian Mid-century Travel Espresso Set Coffee Maker

Italian Mid-century Travel Espresso Set Coffee Maker

Located in Weesp, NL

Beautiful and complete mid-century Italian Lucciola Espresso travel set with Espresso machine which works both on 12 and 220 volts, a detachable espre...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Metal

George II Newcastle Sterling Silver Coffee Pot by William Partis, 1744
George II Newcastle Sterling Silver Coffee Pot by William Partis, 1744

George II Newcastle Sterling Silver Coffee Pot by William Partis, 1744

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George II Newcastle sterling silver coffee pot, an addition to our Georgian silver teaware collection. This exceptional antique George II Newcastle sterling silver coffee pot has a baluster shaped form onto a circular domed spreading foot. One side of the body of this 18th century coffee pot...

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1740s English George II Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Gemma Large Carafe 1.5 Lt
Gemma Large Carafe 1.5 Lt

Gemma Large Carafe 1.5 Lt

By Rudi

Located in Milan, IT

The Gemma Large Carafe with a 1.5 litre capacity features a removable stainless steel structure for easy and practical cleaning and an original yet contem...

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2010s Italian Tea Sets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gianni Versace for Rosenthal, Five Large "Ivy Leaves" Teacups with Saucers
Gianni Versace for Rosenthal, Five Large "Ivy Leaves" Teacups with Saucers

Gianni Versace for Rosenthal, Five Large "Ivy Leaves" Teacups with Saucers

Located in København, Copenhagen

Gianni versace for Rosenthal. Five large "Ivy Leaves" teacups with saucers, late 20th century. In perfect condition. The cup measures: 10.5 x 6 cm. The saucer measures: 16.5 cm. ...

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Late 20th Century German Post-Modern 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

Materials

Metal

Georg Jensen by Nielsen Sterling Silver 4-Piece Coffee Set Pyramid Pattern #600
Georg Jensen by Nielsen Sterling Silver 4-Piece Coffee Set Pyramid Pattern #600

Georg Jensen by Nielsen Sterling Silver 4-Piece Coffee Set Pyramid Pattern #600

By Georg Jensen

Located in New York, NY

Georg Jensen, sterling silver 4-piece coffee set, designed by Harald Nielsen in the celebrated Pyramid pattern number 600, made in the 1910s through 1930s, consisting of: a round tr...

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20th Century Danish Tea Sets

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Italian Silver-Plate Tea Cup and Saucer Set, 12 Pieces, Mid-Century
Italian Silver-Plate Tea Cup and Saucer Set, 12 Pieces, Mid-Century

Italian Silver-Plate Tea Cup and Saucer Set, 12 Pieces, Mid-Century

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Refined Italian Tea service in silver plate, composed of twelve cups and matching saucers, crafted in a classic mid-century style. Each cup features a gently flared body, a polished ...

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1950s Italian Modern Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Crichton English Sterling Silver Hammered 1896 Coffee Pot in Arts & Crafts Style
Crichton English Sterling Silver Hammered 1896 Coffee Pot in Arts & Crafts Style

Crichton English Sterling Silver Hammered 1896 Coffee Pot in Arts & Crafts Style

By Lionel Alfred Crichton 1, Crichton Brothers

Located in New York, NY

Crichton, English sterling silver coffee pot from 1896, beautifully hand-hammered, and in Arts & Crafts style with an elegant design. It measures 10'' in height by 5 1/8'' from handl...

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1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Bing and Grondahl, “Milky Way”.  Six teacups with saucers. Approx. 1930s
Bing and Grondahl, “Milky Way”.  Six teacups with saucers. Approx. 1930s

Bing and Grondahl, “Milky Way”. Six teacups with saucers. Approx. 1930s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Bing and Grondahl, “Milky Way”. Six teacups with saucers. Gold decoration. Ca. 1930s. Perfect condition. Marked. First factory quality. Cup: Diameter 10,4 cm. without handle x Heigh...

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1930s Danish Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique French Belle Epoque Classical Silver Tea Urn
Antique French Belle Epoque Classical Silver Tea Urn

Antique French Belle Epoque Classical Silver Tea Urn

Located in New York, NY

French Belle Epoque classical 950 silver tea urn, ca 1900. Ovoid with turned stained-wood handles with silver scroll and leaf mounts. Scaly fish spout w...

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

20th Century Italian Silver Coffe, Chocolate Pot Art Decò Style
20th Century Italian Silver Coffe, Chocolate Pot Art Decò Style

20th Century Italian Silver Coffe, Chocolate Pot Art Decò Style

By Arval Argenti Valenza

Located in VALENZA, IT

Coffee - Chocolatepot in solid 800 silver in Art Decò style, made entirely by hand. The body is completely smooth octagonal rectangular with polychrome glass inserts on 4 sides. The ...

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1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Reid & Sons Edwardian Arts & Crafts Style Sterling Silver Teapot
Reid & Sons Edwardian Arts & Crafts Style Sterling Silver Teapot

Reid & Sons Edwardian Arts & Crafts Style Sterling Silver Teapot

By Reid & Sons 1

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver teapot in the Arts and crafts style, made by Reid & Sons; part of ou...

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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Midcentury Ceramic Plate with Bird by Richard Ginori, 1950s
Midcentury Ceramic Plate with Bird by Richard Ginori, 1950s

Midcentury Ceramic Plate with Bird by Richard Ginori, 1950s

By Richard Ginori

Located in Roma, IT

Midcentury Ceramic Plate realized by Richard Ginori manufacture in Italy in the mid-20th Century. Marked on rear. Very good condition.

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1950s Italian Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Barnards mid century sterling silver tea set made in London in 1960
Barnards mid century sterling silver tea set made in London in 1960

Barnards mid century sterling silver tea set made in London in 1960

By Edward Barnard & Sons

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1960 by Edward Barnard & Sons, this Elizabeth II period, Sterling Silver 4 Piece Tea Set, comprises a coffee pot, a teapot, a sugar bowl and a cream jug, ...

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1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique 19th c Chinese Porcelain Cantonese Figural Plate Figures Qing Daoguang
Antique 19th c Chinese Porcelain Cantonese Figural Plate Figures Qing Daoguang

Antique 19th c Chinese Porcelain Cantonese Figural Plate Figures Qing Daoguang

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Nice and Beautifully painted Cantonese dish with lots of highly detailed figures, flowers and animals. Early Canton ware Daoguang period. There is some text at the base, probably inv...

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19th Century Asian Qing Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 10 Antique Japanese Meiji Period Chawan Tea Bowls Porcelain Eggshell
Set of 10 Antique Japanese Meiji Period Chawan Tea Bowls Porcelain Eggshell

Set of 10 Antique Japanese Meiji Period Chawan Tea Bowls Porcelain Eggshell

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nice set of 10 bowls decorated with flowers and butterflies.. They are marked on the base. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Regio...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

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

Herend, three pairs of large porcelain teacups.
Herend, three pairs of large porcelain teacups.

Herend, three pairs of large porcelain teacups.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Herend, three pairs of large porcelain teacups. Hand-painted with polychrome floral motifs. Pink rim. Marked and dated 1944. Perfect condition. Like new. Cup: Diameter 11.0 cm. witho...

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1940s Hungarian Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Smooth silver coffee pot with friezes, chestnut handle and acorn knob
Smooth silver coffee pot with friezes, chestnut handle and acorn knob

Smooth silver coffee pot with friezes, chestnut handle and acorn knob

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Smooth silver coffee pot with grooves on the surround and base, chestnut wood handle and acorn-shaped knob on the lid. Metal: Silver. Origin: French. Brand: Tête de Cére...

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19th Century European Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

CERRO Sugar & Cream Set, Black Horn & Alpaca Silver
CERRO Sugar & Cream Set, Black Horn & Alpaca Silver

CERRO Sugar & Cream Set, Black Horn & Alpaca Silver

By AIREDELSUR

Located in Buenos Aires, AR

Not everything is organic in northern Argentinean hills. As we cast our eyes on the landscapes, we also find geometry that makes us travel with our imagination. Mini square, rectangu...

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2010s Argentine Organic Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Metal

Elegant Elizabeth II Sterling Silver Hester Bateman Style Tea Set, 1967
Elegant Elizabeth II Sterling Silver Hester Bateman Style Tea Set, 1967

Elegant Elizabeth II Sterling Silver Hester Bateman Style Tea Set, 1967

By C.J. Vander

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London between 1967 and 1973 by C. J. Vander this elegant Elizabeth II sterling silver five-piece tea set is of a classic Neoclassical Revival style. The set, which is ...

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1960s English Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Bing and Grondahl, "Milky Way". Teapot with sugar bowl and creamer
Bing and Grondahl, "Milky Way". Teapot with sugar bowl and creamer

Bing and Grondahl, "Milky Way". Teapot with sugar bowl and creamer

Located in København, Copenhagen

Bing and Grondahl, ”Mælkevej” ("Milky Way"). Teapot with matching sugar bowl and creamer. Gold decoration. Ca. 1930s. Perfect condition. Marked. First factory quality. Teapot: Width...

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1930s Danish Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Meeuws & Zoon Den Haag Pewter Five Piece Coffee and Tea Service Set
Meeuws & Zoon Den Haag Pewter Five Piece Coffee and Tea Service Set

Meeuws & Zoon Den Haag Pewter Five Piece Coffee and Tea Service Set

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Meeuws & Zoon Den Haag five-piece service set in pewter with woven handles on both the coffee and tea pot. This Netherlands pewter set consists of one lidded coffee pot, one lidded t...

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

Materials

Pewter

Antique CJ & Co English Edwardian Silver Plated Tea Serving Set - 3 Pc Set
Antique CJ & Co English Edwardian Silver Plated Tea Serving Set - 3 Pc Set

Antique CJ & Co English Edwardian Silver Plated Tea Serving Set - 3 Pc Set

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique CJ & Co English Edwardian Silver Plated Tea Serving Set - 3 Pc Set. Listing includes (1) twin handle sugar bowl, (1) creamer, and (1) single handle smaller creamer. Circa Ear...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Japanese Porcelain Flower Tea Cup Bowl & Saucer Saucer Imari, 18th Cen
Pair of Japanese Porcelain Flower Tea Cup Bowl & Saucer Saucer Imari, 18th Cen

Pair of Japanese Porcelain Flower Tea Cup Bowl & Saucer Saucer Imari, 18th Cen

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Porcelain decorated in underglaze cobalt blue. A Mariage Edo and Qing Dynasty, Kangxi period (1662-1722), c. 1700 Tea Bowl Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Ty...

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18th Century Japanese Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 12 Antique Japanese Meiji Period Chawan Tea Bowls Porcelain Eggshell
Set of 12 Antique Japanese Meiji Period Chawan Tea Bowls Porcelain Eggshell

Set of 12 Antique Japanese Meiji Period Chawan Tea Bowls Porcelain Eggshell

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nice set of 12 bowls decorated. They are marked on the base. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: Japan Period: 19th century, 20th century Meiji Periode (1867-1912) Age: Pre-1800 Condition: 1 dish with restored chip. Rest of pieces perfect. Dimension...

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19th Century Japanese 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.