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Spiral silver teapot with hinged lid and chestnut wood handle
Spiral silver teapot with hinged lid and chestnut wood handle

Spiral silver teapot with hinged lid and chestnut wood handle

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Spiral silver teapot, hinged lid and chestnut wood handle. Metal: Silver. Origin: Scottish. Brand: Lion rampant. Weight: 727.26 gr. Dimensions: 21x9.8cm. Content: ...

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19th Century Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Palm Beach Teapot Hand Painted Gold
Palm Beach Teapot Hand Painted Gold

Palm Beach Teapot Hand Painted Gold

By Coralla Maiuri

Located in Roma, RM

Luxurious and cheerful, the Florida collection was launched in 2023. It is inspired by the American state famous for its strong character and colorful heritage. Each line is characte...

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2010s Italian Tea Sets

Materials

Gold

Late 20th century French St Clément Ceramic Tea-pot, 1960s
Late 20th century French St Clément Ceramic Tea-pot, 1960s

Late 20th century French St Clément Ceramic Tea-pot, 1960s

By Saint-Clément

Located in LEGNY, FR

Add a touch of charm and authenticity to your tea breaks with this beautiful ceramic teapot, delicately hand-painted of the French Saint Clément Manufacture. Both functional and deco...

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Late 20th Century French Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Italian Neoclassical Silver Coffeepot
Antique Italian Neoclassical Silver Coffeepot

Antique Italian Neoclassical Silver Coffeepot

Located in New York, NY

Italian Neoclassical silver coffeepot, ca 1820. Baluster; cover hinged and domed with leaf-mounted acorn finial. Applied c-scroll spout and scroll handle with ribbed tail. Handwork v...

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Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Silver coffee pot with plant engravings, monogram and raised knob lid
Silver coffee pot with plant engravings, monogram and raised knob lid

Silver coffee pot with plant engravings, monogram and raised knob lid

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver coffee pot with engraved plant motifs surrounding a monogram card and a hinged lid with a raised knob. Metal: Silver. Origin: European. Brand: Unknown. Weight: 54...

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20th Century European Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

1971 -RAVINET D'ENFERT: 5-piece tea/coffee set Metal, Plexiglass
1971 -RAVINET D'ENFERT: 5-piece tea/coffee set Metal, Plexiglass

1971 -RAVINET D'ENFERT: 5-piece tea/coffee set Metal, Plexiglass

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Tea and coffee set including : Teapot Coffeepot Milk jug Sugar bowl Round platter Dimensions H: 28 cm; D: 10 cm H: 6 cm; D: 10.3 cm H: 16 cm; D: 5 cm Ligne Actuelle" ...

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Late 20th Century French Tea Sets

Materials

Metal

Scottish George II period Rococo sterling silver teapot - Edinburgh 1759
Scottish George II period Rococo sterling silver teapot - Edinburgh 1759

Scottish George II period Rococo sterling silver teapot - Edinburgh 1759

By Lothian & Robertson

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in Edinburgh in 1759 by Lothian & Robertson, this wonderful, George II, Antique Sterling Silver Teapot, is of inverted pear shape, and features Rococo influenced chased de...

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1750s Scottish George II Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Paris Porcelain Coffee Service in Charles X-Style
Paris Porcelain Coffee Service in Charles X-Style

Paris Porcelain Coffee Service in Charles X-Style

Located in Paris, FR

Paris porcelain coffee service in Charles X-style. Each of the 6 exquisite pieces features delicately hand painted cartouches with polychrome fl...

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19th Century French Charles X Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century English Majolica Teapot
19th Century English Majolica Teapot

19th Century English Majolica Teapot

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Vibrant and whimsical late 19th century Majolica teapot with yellow background. The geranium decoration on the front and back with acorn finial.

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1880s English Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Majolica

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

2 Flowery "George Sand" Dessert Plates
2 Flowery "George Sand" Dessert Plates

2 Flowery "George Sand" Dessert Plates

By Aude Clément

Located in Paris, FR

Very original set of 2 earthenware dessert plates in the "George Sand" set. It's named this way because inspired by the famous set created by the French ma...

Category

2010s French Tea Sets

Materials

Earthenware

Colonial Coffee Service by Royal Copenhagen Porcelain
Colonial Coffee Service by Royal Copenhagen Porcelain

Colonial Coffee Service by Royal Copenhagen Porcelain

By Royal Copenhagen

Located in East Hampton, NY

Rare American Presidents colonial coffee service made by Royal Copenhagen In 1976, Limited to 300... It consists of four coffee cups and saucers, creamer, sugar bowl, coffee pot and charger. Presidents depicted are as follows: Coffee cups: Richard Henry Lee, Thomas Paine...

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1970s Danish Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Smooth silver coffee pot with chestnut wood handle and knob on the lid
Smooth silver coffee pot with chestnut wood handle and knob on the lid

Smooth silver coffee pot with chestnut wood handle and knob on the lid

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Smooth silver coffee pot with chestnut wood handle and knob on the lid. Metal: Silver. Origin: European. Brand: Absent. Weight: 449.38 grams. Dimensions: 17x6.8cm. ...

Category

20th Century Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Vintage Original Studio Pottery Tall Teapot With Cups
Vintage Original Studio Pottery Tall Teapot With Cups

Vintage Original Studio Pottery Tall Teapot With Cups

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exquisite six-piece studio pottery set showcases a masterful blend of Mid-Century Modern aesthetics and organic modernism. The centerpiece is a tall, architectural pitcher featu...

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Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Pottery

21st Century Sophie Glass Carafe with Cream Cover Handmade in Italy
21st Century Sophie Glass Carafe with Cream Cover Handmade in Italy

21st Century Sophie Glass Carafe with Cream Cover Handmade in Italy

By Pinetti

Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia

A new pattern, a new removable cover, the elegance is the same as always. We welcome Sophie, our new glass carafe available in 1 and 1,5L capacity, now ready to make his entrance ...

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2010s Italian Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Glass, Leather

Antique French Classical Silver Coffeepot
Antique French Classical Silver Coffeepot

Antique French Classical Silver Coffeepot

Located in New York, NY

French Classical silver coffeepot, 18th century. Baluster with silver-mounted stained and turned wood handle. Cover hinged with bud finial. V-form fis...

Category

18th Century French Neoclassical Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Silver teapot with raised floral motifs and straight handle
Silver teapot with raised floral motifs and straight handle

Silver teapot with raised floral motifs and straight handle

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver teapot with raised floral motifs and straight handle. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: javali II Title. Weight: 226.33 grams. Dimensions: 11x5.2cm. ...

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19th Century Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Flowery Tea Cups for 2 "George Sand", green color
Flowery Tea Cups for 2 "George Sand", green color

Flowery Tea Cups for 2 "George Sand", green color

By Aude Clément

Located in Paris, FR

Beautiful set of 2 earthenware tea cups in the "George Sand" collection. These tea cups feature an elegant and detailed design, adorned with a raised pattern of strawberry leaves, ...

Category

2010s French Tea Sets

Materials

Earthenware

Art Deco Shelley Complete Tea Set for 4 +
Art Deco Shelley Complete Tea Set for 4 +

Art Deco Shelley Complete Tea Set for 4 +

By Shelley Pottery

Located in Great Barrington, MA

Set your table with this rare and complete teaset with bold Art Deco decoration, made by Shelley. The rare shape of the porcelain screams Art Deco, the colors and pattern complete th...

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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Paste, 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

Materials

Sterling Silver

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

Exquisite 1920s Hand-Painted Porcelain Tea Set with Gold Gilding (3 Pieces)
Exquisite 1920s Hand-Painted Porcelain Tea Set with Gold Gilding (3 Pieces)

Exquisite 1920s Hand-Painted Porcelain Tea Set with Gold Gilding (3 Pieces)

Located in PARIS, FR

This stunning 1920s porcelain tea set is a timeless addition to any collection. Comprising three elegant pieces—a teapot, a creamer, and a sugar bowl—it showcases exceptional craftsm...

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20th Century Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

A silver "Pride pattern" Tea & Coffee Service
A silver "Pride pattern" Tea & Coffee Service

A silver "Pride pattern" Tea & Coffee Service

Located in London, GB

An Elizabeth II modernist sterling silver four-piece tea and coffee service, Sheffield 1968/9 mark of Elkington, designed by David Mellor. Pride pattern, of plain ogee form, compris...

Category

1960s Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Silver Plate Coffee and Tea Set
Art Deco Silver Plate Coffee and Tea Set

Art Deco Silver Plate Coffee and Tea Set

Located in San Francisco, CA

A four piece hexagonal shape Art Deco Period tea and coffee set with rosewood handles and knobs. High quality silver plate, marked on the bottom but not discernible (possibly German)...

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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Georg Jensen Sterling Cosmos Pattern Coffee Set
Georg Jensen Sterling Cosmos Pattern Coffee Set

Georg Jensen Sterling Cosmos Pattern Coffee Set

By Georg Jensen

Located in Sarasota, FL

Georg Jensen sterling tea/coffee 3 piece set. Cosmos pattern designed by Johan Rhode for Jensen. Ebony wood handles. Marked for maker, designer and sterling, after 1945. Pattern num...

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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Compound silver tea service
Compound silver tea service

Compound silver tea service

$12,775Sale Price / set|30% Off

Compound silver tea service

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver tea service consisting of a milk jug, coffee jug, sugar bowl, teapot and butter dish in Art Deco style. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: javali II Title....

Category

19th Century European Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Vintage Boho Christofle "Alliance Grey" Tea Cups With Saucers - Set of 8
Vintage Boho Christofle "Alliance Grey" Tea Cups With Saucers - Set of 8

Vintage Boho Christofle "Alliance Grey" Tea Cups With Saucers - Set of 8

By Christofle

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Add a touch of modern French elegance to your table with this set of 8 Christofle “Alliance Grey” tea cups with matching saucers. Designed with Christofle’s refined minimalism, each ...

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Late 20th Century French Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic

Contemporary Set of 2 Chubby Mugs Hand Painted Porcelain Green Pink Gold
Contemporary Set of 2 Chubby Mugs Hand Painted Porcelain Green Pink Gold

Contemporary Set of 2 Chubby Mugs Hand Painted Porcelain Green Pink Gold

By Coralla Maiuri

Located in Roma, RM

“I have been creating artworks and installations for a long time. Then over the past several years, pottery has absorbed most of my expressive energy. I follow an empirical, yet intu...

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2010s Italian Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy Box 1881
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy Box 1881

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy Box 1881

By Aldwinckle & Slater

Located in London, GB

A lovely Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy in an elegant tapered octagonal shape. The panels of the body and the hinged lid are embellished with beautiful bright cut engrav...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

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.

Category

2010s Italian Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Straight Handled Tea Kettle
Straight Handled Tea Kettle

Straight Handled Tea Kettle

Located in NYC, NY

A straight handled tea kettle with good tarnish to the silver with a mahogany handle.

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19th Century American Primitive Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Metal

George III period sterling silver 'Drum' teapot hallmarked in London in 1774
George III period sterling silver 'Drum' teapot hallmarked in London in 1774

George III period sterling silver 'Drum' teapot hallmarked in London in 1774

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1774 by Edward Cooper, this very attractive, George III, Antique Sterling Silver Teapot, is 'Drum' shaped, with bright cut engraved decoration throughout, and...

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1770s English George III Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Britannia standard silver teapot on warming stand - L. A. Crichton 1916
Antique Britannia standard silver teapot on warming stand - L. A. Crichton 1916

Antique Britannia standard silver teapot on warming stand - L. A. Crichton 1916

By Crichton Brothers

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1916 by Crichton Brothers, this very handsome, George V period, Antique, Britannia Standard Silver Teapot, is pear shaped and plain in design, and stands on t...

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1910s English Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Britannia Standard Silver

Smooth silver coffee pot with a knob on the lid and sitting on a round base
Smooth silver coffee pot with a knob on the lid and sitting on a round base

Smooth silver coffee pot with a knob on the lid and sitting on a round base

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Plain silver coffee pot with a knob on the lid and resting on a round base. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: javali II Title. Weight: 364.31 grams. Dimensi...

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19th Century Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

George II Rococo Design Sterling Silver Coffee Pot, London 1741 Gabriel Sleath
George II Rococo Design Sterling Silver Coffee Pot, London 1741 Gabriel Sleath

George II Rococo Design Sterling Silver Coffee Pot, London 1741 Gabriel Sleath

By Gabriel Sleath

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1741 by Gabriel Sleath, this striking, George II, Antique Sterling Silver Coffee Pot, features flat chased decoration below the rim, an engraved armorial to o...

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1740s English Rococo Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Arts & Crafts design sterling silver tea set - Frederick Newland Smith 1952
Arts & Crafts design sterling silver tea set - Frederick Newland Smith 1952

Arts & Crafts design sterling silver tea set - Frederick Newland Smith 1952

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1951 & 1952 by Frederick Newland Smith, this very handsome, Elizabeth II period, Sterling Silver Tea Set, is in the arts & crafts style, featuring a hammered ...

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1950s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Bertel Gardberg Silver Creamer and Sugar Bowl with Tongs
Bertel Gardberg Silver Creamer and Sugar Bowl with Tongs

Bertel Gardberg Silver Creamer and Sugar Bowl with Tongs

By Bertel Gardberg

Located in Long Island City, NY

Bertel Gardberg (1916-2007) has been called the father of Finnish Silversmithing. His works are in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York, as well as in many importan...

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1970s Finnish Modern Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Coffee pot in embossed silver w/ floral motifs & engraved base & knob on the lid
Coffee pot in embossed silver w/ floral motifs & engraved base & knob on the lid

Coffee pot in embossed silver w/ floral motifs & engraved base & knob on the lid

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver coffee pot with floral motifs, engraved base and knob on the lid. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: javali II Title. Weight: 302.7 grams. Dimensions: 16.5...

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19th Century European Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Japanese Contemporary Red Blue Green Porcelain Long Stem Cup, 9
Japanese Contemporary Red Blue Green Porcelain Long Stem Cup, 9

Japanese Contemporary Red Blue Green Porcelain Long Stem Cup, 9

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Exquisite Japanese Ko-Imari (old Imari) porcelain long stem cup, in bright red, blue and green colors and generous gold application that are characteristics o...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Tea Sets

Materials

Gold

Side Handled Art Deco Sterling Silver Cafe Au Lait Set, Henry Atkin, 1920
Side Handled Art Deco Sterling Silver Cafe Au Lait Set, Henry Atkin, 1920

Side Handled Art Deco Sterling Silver Cafe Au Lait Set, Henry Atkin, 1920

By Henry Atkin

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1920 by Henry Atkin, this very stylish, Antique Sterling Silver Cafe Au Lait Set, is in the Art Deco taste, plain in design, and featuring straight side ha...

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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edwardian Sterling Silver 3-Piece Tea, A&J Zimmerman 1907, style C.Dresser
Edwardian Sterling Silver 3-Piece Tea, A&J Zimmerman 1907, style C.Dresser

Edwardian Sterling Silver 3-Piece Tea, A&J Zimmerman 1907, style C.Dresser

By A&J Zimmerman Ltd.

Located in Paris, FR

Discover this exquisite three-piece sterling silver tea set, featuring a teapot, sugar bowl, and milk jug, dating from the Edwardian era, circa 1907. Each piece showcases a refined a...

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20th Century English Edwardian Tea Sets

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

English Art and Crafts silver plate and wood jug or teapot by SB&M, early 1900s
English Art and Crafts silver plate and wood jug or teapot by SB&M, early 1900s

English Art and Crafts silver plate and wood jug or teapot by SB&M, early 1900s

Located in MIlano, IT

English Art and Crafts silver plate and wood jug or teapot by SB&M, early 1900s Silver-plated round base teapot or jug. In the upper part it has a cap with a ...

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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Japanese Porcelain Edo Period Tea Bowl Floral Imari
Antique Japanese Porcelain Edo Period Tea Bowl Floral Imari

Antique Japanese Porcelain Edo Period Tea Bowl Floral Imari

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Porcelain decorated in underglaze cobalt blue and overglaze red. Edo , c. 1700 Tea Bowl and dish Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: Japan Period...

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17th Century Japanese Edo Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Modernist designer sterling silver teapot made in 1960
Modernist designer sterling silver teapot made in 1960

Modernist designer sterling silver teapot made in 1960

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1960, this very stylish, Elizabeth II period, Sterling Silver Teapot, features a hammered finish, a removable lid, and a wooden handle and finial. The tea...

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1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Seletti "Kintsugin-N'1" Coffee Cup with Saucer in Porcelain
Seletti "Kintsugin-N'1" Coffee Cup with Saucer in Porcelain

Seletti "Kintsugin-N'1" Coffee Cup with Saucer 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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Mid-Century Brass & Copper Tea Set by R. Martinez, Mexico, 1950s
Mid-Century Brass & Copper Tea Set by R. Martinez, Mexico, 1950s

Mid-Century Brass & Copper Tea Set by R. Martinez, Mexico, 1950s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A four piece mid-century brass tea service set by R. Martinez, c.1950s Mexico. The set includes a lidded copper teapot with creamer and sugar pot both with curved handles. All the pi...

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1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Brass, Copper

Victorian industrial movement antique sterling silver tea set made in 1878
Victorian industrial movement antique sterling silver tea set made in 1878

Victorian industrial movement antique sterling silver tea set made in 1878

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1878 by W. Spurrier & Co., this very stylish 4 piece, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, is elegantly plain in design, with angular silver fi...

Category

1870s English Industrial Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Three-Piece Tea Set with Engraved Japonism Dragons
Three-Piece Tea Set with Engraved Japonism Dragons

Three-Piece Tea Set with Engraved Japonism Dragons

Located in Paris, FR

This stunning tea set includes a masterfully designed teapot, creamer, and sugar bowl. Each piece is beautifully embellished with elaborate Japonisme-inspired scenes and dragon engra...

Category

20th Century Japonisme Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Boho Christofle "Oceana Red" Tea Cups With Saucers - Set of 11
Vintage Boho Christofle "Oceana Red" Tea Cups With Saucers - Set of 11

Vintage Boho Christofle "Oceana Red" Tea Cups With Saucers - Set of 11

By Christofle

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Infuse your table with vibrant French elegance through this set of 11 Christofle “Oceana Red” tea cups with matching saucers. Each piece showcases the striking Oceana Red pattern, fe...

Category

Late 20th Century French Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 5 Japanese Edo Period Gold Imari Porcelain Rooster Tea Bowls & Saucers
Set of 5 Japanese Edo Period Gold Imari Porcelain Rooster Tea Bowls & Saucers

Set of 5 Japanese Edo Period Gold Imari Porcelain Rooster Tea Bowls & Saucers

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Nice Edo period tea set with rooster and chicken decoration in imari palette. Underglaze blue and overglaze other enamels. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: Japan Period: 18th century Age: Pre-1800 Condition: Dishes perfect. Bowls some chips and lines. Dimension...

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18th 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.