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Yates Tea Service, Cobalt Blue, Gilt and Flowers patt. 1038, ca 1825
Yates Tea Service, Cobalt Blue, Gilt and Flowers patt. 1038, ca 1825

Yates Tea Service, Cobalt Blue, Gilt and Flowers patt. 1038, ca 1825

Located in London, GB

This is beautiful tea service consisting of a teapot with cover, a plate, a slop bowl, four teacups on saucers and four coffee cups on saucers. The service was made by the Yates fact...

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1820s English Regency Antique Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Multicolor Rainbow Coffee Porcelain Set with Gold Rims, Spain 1950s
Multicolor Rainbow Coffee Porcelain Set with Gold Rims, Spain 1950s

Multicolor Rainbow Coffee Porcelain Set with Gold Rims, Spain 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Demitasse Tea or Espresso Coffee Set, service for 6, Porcelain An elegant and colorful porcelain gold rimmed demitasse coffee service for six. Spain, 1950s Eye-catching multicolor gl...

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

Materials

Gold Leaf

Las Palmas, Tea Set with Six Contemporary Porcelains with Decorative Design
Las Palmas, Tea Set with Six Contemporary Porcelains with Decorative Design

Las Palmas, Tea Set with Six Contemporary Porcelains with Decorative Design

By Vito Nesta

Located in Milano, Lombardia

The Las Palmas Porcelain Collection owes its name to the city of Palmas, in Brazil. It is a true tribute to palm trees, whether it is their leaves, the whole plant, or even the lands...

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2010s Italian Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Astronomici Teapot

Astronomici Teapot

By Fornasetti

Located in Milan, IT

Refined zodiac motifs cover this elegant hand-decorated porcelain teapot with gold accents, turning an everyday object into a true collector's item. Any minor discrepancies between s...

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2010s Italian Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

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

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Blue and White Chinese Teapot
Antique Blue and White Chinese Teapot

Antique Blue and White Chinese Teapot

Located in Sheffield, MA

The antique fine bone porcelain blue and white Chinese teapot has a long spout with hand painted scenic design. Enjoy a cup of tea served in this an...

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19th Century Chinese Export Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Johnson Bros Coaching Scene Tea Cups & Saucers  Set of 6
Johnson Bros Coaching Scene Tea Cups & Saucers  Set of 6

Johnson Bros Coaching Scene Tea Cups & Saucers Set of 6

By Johnson Brothers

Located in Worcester Park, GB

Decorated in detailed blue transferware, each cup and saucer features pastoral 18th–19th century carriage travel scenes, framed with ornate floral borders. The imagery captures momen...

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1940s Victorian Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic

Berlin KPM Porcelain Five-Piece Cobalt-Blue and Parcel-Gilt Coffee Set
Berlin KPM Porcelain Five-Piece Cobalt-Blue and Parcel-Gilt Coffee Set

Berlin KPM Porcelain Five-Piece Cobalt-Blue and Parcel-Gilt Coffee Set

By Kerafina Royal Porzellan KPM

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very fine 19th century Berlin KPM Porcelain Royal five-piece cobalt-blue and 24-carat gold parcel-gilt coffee set. The finely painted and decorated two-serving suite comprising of ...

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Late 19th Century German Empire Revival Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Old Paris Porcelain Gilt & Floral Enamel Hand Painted Coffee & Tea Service Set
Old Paris Porcelain Gilt & Floral Enamel Hand Painted Coffee & Tea Service Set

Old Paris Porcelain Gilt & Floral Enamel Hand Painted Coffee & Tea Service Set

By Old Paris

Located in Atlanta, GA

A refined hand-painted porcelain tea service crafted in France, showcasing delicate artistry and timeless European elegance. This charming set is ideal for both entertaining and disp...

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19th Century French Victorian Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Enamel

Contemporary Gold Plated Red Stone Cone Cup Handcrafted Italy by Natalia Criado
Contemporary Gold Plated Red Stone Cone Cup Handcrafted Italy by Natalia Criado

Contemporary Gold Plated Red Stone Cone Cup Handcrafted Italy by Natalia Criado

By Natalia Criado

Located in Milan, IT

Elevate your daily tea or coffee ritual with our exquisite lava cup. Handcrafted with plated brass, its geometric silhouette narrows at the base for a sleek and minimal aesthetic. Th...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

European Rauenstein Porcelain Tea Set in Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Style
European Rauenstein Porcelain Tea Set in Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Style

European Rauenstein Porcelain Tea Set in Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Style

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely decorated porcelain teaset from Europe from the late 18th century. The set is most probably Rauenstein or Limbach. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Potte...

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18th Century European Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Swedish Ceramic Tea or Coffee Pot by Ann-Carin Wiktorsson for Sagaform, 2000s
Swedish Ceramic Tea or Coffee Pot by Ann-Carin Wiktorsson for Sagaform, 2000s

Swedish Ceramic Tea or Coffee Pot by Ann-Carin Wiktorsson for Sagaform, 2000s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Swedish Ceramic Tea or Coffee Pot by Ann-Carin Wiktorsson for Sagaform, 2000s, in Flawless conditions. Designed from 2000 This piece has an attribution markIt is completely authentic...

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20th Century Swedish Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage White Glass Coffee Tea Set for Six, 1960s
Vintage White Glass Coffee Tea Set for Six, 1960s

Vintage White Glass Coffee Tea Set for Six, 1960s

By Duralex

Located in Barcelona, ES

White Glass Coffee Tea Set for Six Manufactured by Duralex, France, 1960s. A highly decorative set of six white glass tea or coffee cups and dishes. 6 sauzers + 6 cups On sale as a ...

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

Materials

Glass, Opaline Glass

Antique Chinese Covered Teacups, Sold Singly
Antique Chinese Covered Teacups, Sold Singly

Antique Chinese Covered Teacups, Sold Singly

Located in Sheffield, MA

Treat yourself and your guests to a cup of tea in the the traditional Chinese way, a teacup with a lid so your tea will not get cold. The 4 antique Chiense-export blue and white porcelain tea cups...

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Contemporary White Gold Blue Porcelain Short Stem Cup, 4
Japanese Contemporary White Gold Blue Porcelain Short Stem Cup, 4

Japanese Contemporary White Gold Blue Porcelain Short Stem Cup, 4

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Elegant contemporary Japanese Ko-Imari (old Imari) porcelain short stem cup, in bright red, blue and green colors and generous gold application that are chara...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Tea Sets

Materials

Gold

James Dixon & Sons Sheffield Victorian Silver Plated Tilting Coffee Tea Pot
James Dixon & Sons Sheffield Victorian Silver Plated Tilting Coffee Tea Pot

James Dixon & Sons Sheffield Victorian Silver Plated Tilting Coffee Tea Pot

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in Philadelphia, PA

James Dixon & Sons Sheffield Victorian Silver Plated Tilting Coffee Tea Pot. Item features "B from H" Monogram to front of pot. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 15" H x 10.5" W...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

5-Piece French Art Deco Silver Plate Tea Set
5-Piece French Art Deco Silver Plate Tea Set

5-Piece French Art Deco Silver Plate Tea Set

Located in Queens, NY

5 piece French Art Deco silver plated tea set with fluted design and rosewood handles. (tray, sugar, creamer, 2 tea/coffee pots) (PRICED AS SET)

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

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

Materials

Metal

1960s Set of Six Fornasetti Tea Cups and Saucers White and Gold Ceramic Signed
1960s Set of Six Fornasetti Tea Cups and Saucers White and Gold Ceramic Signed

1960s Set of Six Fornasetti Tea Cups and Saucers White and Gold Ceramic Signed

By Fornasetti

Located in London, GB

A good vintage Set of six Fornasetti porcelain tea/coffee cups and saucers with geometrical gold decor. Each cup and saucer bearing the signature and logo. Made in Italy ca.1960s ...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 6 Booths 'Real Old Willow' Pattern Cups & Saucers with Gilt Accents
Set of 6 Booths 'Real Old Willow' Pattern Cups & Saucers with Gilt Accents

Set of 6 Booths 'Real Old Willow' Pattern Cups & Saucers with Gilt Accents

By Booth's

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This elegant set of six cups and saucers was produced by Booths, England, in their celebrated Real Old Willow pattern, a design cherished by collectors worldwide. Crafted in fine Eng...

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20th Century British Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Contemporary Gold Plated Tea Cup Onyx Stone Handle in Italy by Natalia Criado
Contemporary Gold Plated Tea Cup Onyx Stone Handle in Italy by Natalia Criado

Contemporary Gold Plated Tea Cup Onyx Stone Handle in Italy by Natalia Criado

Located in Milan, IT

Elevate your daily tea or coffee ritual with our exquisite Onix cup. The plated brass cup is handcrafted in Italy using sheet turning techniques. The handle,...

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2010s Italian Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate

1980s Vintage Arcoroc Black Glass Domed Cake Plate and Five Cups and Saucers
1980s Vintage Arcoroc Black Glass Domed Cake Plate and Five Cups and Saucers

1980s Vintage Arcoroc Black Glass Domed Cake Plate and Five Cups and Saucers

By Arcoroc

Located in San Gabriel, CA

This is a beautiful set of 5 black glass tea cups, saucers, and a cake plate with glass dome cover from the renowned French manufacturer Arcoroc. Part of the much loved Octime range ...

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1980s European Post-Modern Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Glass

English 19th Century Sterling Silver Perforated Tea Strainer
English 19th Century Sterling Silver Perforated Tea Strainer

English 19th Century Sterling Silver Perforated Tea Strainer

Located in New York, NY

This beautiful and refined tea strainer was realized in England- arguably the birthplace of fine silverware- during the 19th century. It features a con...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Tiffany Gilt Encrusted Cup & Saucers, Eleven Sets 22 Pieces Circa 1910
Antique Tiffany Gilt Encrusted Cup & Saucers, Eleven Sets 22 Pieces Circa 1910

Antique Tiffany Gilt Encrusted Cup & Saucers, Eleven Sets 22 Pieces Circa 1910

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Custom Ordered and Retailed through the fine Gilded Age firm of Tiffany & Co New York. This set of 11 cup and saucers features a striking shape and handle along with gilt encrusted b...

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1910s British Belle Époque Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Vintage English Art Nouveau Silver Plated Tulip Flower Handle Design Teapot
Vintage English Art Nouveau Silver Plated Tulip Flower Handle Design Teapot

Vintage English Art Nouveau Silver Plated Tulip Flower Handle Design Teapot

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage English Art Nouveau Silver Plated Tulip Floral Design Teapot. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 9.5" H x 9" W x 4.5" D.

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Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Six piece Dutch silver tea set by Van Kempen & Zn, 1894
Six piece Dutch silver tea set by Van Kempen & Zn, 1894

Six piece Dutch silver tea set by Van Kempen & Zn, 1894

By Van Kempen

Located in Delft, NL

Six piece Dutch silver tea set by Van Kempen & Zn, 1894 A six piece silver tea set in original box. The set consists of a teapot, a round sugar bowl, a milk jug, a spoon vase, a tea caddy and a glass with silver rim, raised on 3 ball feet coaster. The teapot and milk jug handles...

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19th Century Dutch Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Japanese Ceramic Teapot with Geometric Handle
Vintage Japanese Ceramic Teapot with Geometric Handle

Vintage Japanese Ceramic Teapot with Geometric Handle

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage Japanese teapot is decorated with dark brow semi-matte glaze on the body and high-gloss burnt orange glaze on the lid; the earthy palette is complemented by natural wood color if the geometric handle. The teapot has a minimal, restrained appearance; it is clearly marked with the original sticker "MCI Japan".

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20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Silver-Plated Tray Four Cut Glass Dishes, Vintage condiment set, canapé Service
Silver-Plated Tray Four Cut Glass Dishes, Vintage condiment set, canapé Service

Silver-Plated Tray Four Cut Glass Dishes, Vintage condiment set, canapé Service

Located in Wembley, GB

Silver-Plated Tray with Four Cut Glass Dishes, Vintage Entertaining Set A refined vintage silver-plated serving tray complete with four original cut glass dishes, this elegant set ex...

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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Miniature Teapot
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Miniature Teapot

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Miniature Teapot

By Yapp & Woodward

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive, miniature antique Victorian English sterling silver teapot in the Chinoiserie style; an addition to our silver teaware collection This exceptional and rare antique Victorian sterling silver miniature teapot...

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1840s British Victorian Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

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

Materials

Silver

Rare Coco De Mer Tea Caddy
Rare Coco De Mer Tea Caddy

Rare Coco De Mer Tea Caddy

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Rare coco de mer tea caddy crafted with the unusual double lobe nut found on the Seychelles Islands and it is said to have mystical properties. Featuring h...

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20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Tea Sets

Materials

Coconut

Cinderella Tea Service, Lilac & Gold, Handmade in Italy, Luxury Gold Design 2021
Cinderella Tea Service, Lilac & Gold, Handmade in Italy, Luxury Gold Design 2021

Cinderella Tea Service, Lilac & Gold, Handmade in Italy, Luxury Gold Design 2021

By Mosche Bianche

Located in San Miniato PI, IT

Our artisan's pieces are a dream come true, as in Disney's Cinderella. Ceramic tea service are completely hand-crafted and painted with love and care. A set is composed by a teap...

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2010s Italian Baroque Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic

Round black ceramic teapot, Kahler Denmark designed by J. List Amstrup
Round black ceramic teapot, Kahler Denmark designed by J. List Amstrup

Round black ceramic teapot, Kahler Denmark designed by J. List Amstrup

By Kähler Keramik

Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR

Round black ceramic teapot, produced by Kähler in Denmark in the early 2000s. Designed by Jeanette List Amstrup for the Mano collection. The range is produced by Danish ceramics comp...

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Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic

Kaj Franck Mid-Century Enamel Tea Pot Kettle, Finel Arabia, Finland
Kaj Franck Mid-Century Enamel Tea Pot Kettle, Finel Arabia, Finland

Kaj Franck Mid-Century Enamel Tea Pot Kettle, Finel Arabia, Finland

By Kaj Franck, Raija Uosikkinen

Located in Vienna, AT

A lovely Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern enameled teapot / kettle from the 1960s. Designed by Kaj Franck and illustrated by Raija Uosikkinen, featuring white and black nordic Scandin...

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

Materials

Metal, Enamel, Iron

Royal Holland Pewter Scandinavian Modern Coffee Set
Royal Holland Pewter Scandinavian Modern Coffee Set

Royal Holland Pewter Scandinavian Modern Coffee Set

By Daalderop KDM Royal Holland

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Beautiful Mid Century pewter coffee set made by Royal Holland in the Netherlands. This set includes a lidded coffee pot with a rattan wrapped handle, a lidded sugar bowl, a creamer, ...

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1960s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Pewter

20th Century Spanish Silver Rococo Style Tea and Coffee Service
20th Century Spanish Silver Rococo Style Tea and Coffee Service

20th Century Spanish Silver Rococo Style Tea and Coffee Service

Located in London, GB

20th century Spanish silver Rococo style tea and coffee service, Spanish, 20th century Kettle on stand: Height 44cm, width 23cm, depth 16cm Milk jug: Height 12cm, width 13cm, depth 9cm Comprising of a solid silver tray, teapot, coffee pot, sugar bowl, milk jug, strainer, and large kettle...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Rococo Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Tiffany Sterling Silver Tea Caddy, 1870-1891
Tiffany Sterling Silver Tea Caddy, 1870-1891

Tiffany Sterling Silver Tea Caddy, 1870-1891

Located in New York, NY

The upper ovoid body highly chased with a profusion of flowers in full bloom and foliage, the lower body chased with tall upright and stiff serated leaves, the interior cover and cov...

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1880s Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Robin’s egg Blue Tea Set by Robj, Art Deco, 20th Century
Robin’s egg Blue Tea Set by Robj, Art Deco, 20th Century

Robin’s egg Blue Tea Set by Robj, Art Deco, 20th Century

By Villeroy & Boch, ROBJ

Located in Lisbon, PT

A tête à tête tea set in Robin’s-egg blue, each stamped Import de/ Robj / Paris / Luxembourg. Red labels on the base with the Evaluator assessment. Set: 2 cups 2 dishes 1 sugar...

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20th Century French Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Earthenware

1990s Memphis Milano Style Black and White Coffee Set by Taruschio
1990s Memphis Milano Style Black and White Coffee Set by Taruschio

1990s Memphis Milano Style Black and White Coffee Set by Taruschio

By Memphis Group

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This Memphis Milano-style Italian ceramic coffee set characterized by its bold, geometric design and avant-garde aesthetic. The coffee set features conical cups with triangular bases...

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic

Large Antique George III Quality Copper Kettle
Large Antique George III Quality Copper Kettle

Large Antique George III Quality Copper Kettle

Located in Suffolk, GB

Large antique George III quality copper kettle with a shaped handle, spout and lift off lid. In lovely original condition. Dimensions: Height 38.5 cm (15.15 in) Width 41 cm (16.14...

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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Copper

Japanese Three-Piece Porcelain Tea Service Set Contemporary Gold Red Kutani
Japanese Three-Piece Porcelain Tea Service Set Contemporary Gold Red Kutani

Japanese Three-Piece Porcelain Tea Service Set Contemporary Gold Red Kutani

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Extraordinary Japanese contemporary museum-quality Kutani three-piece tea service set, generously gilded with high purity gold and extremely intricately hand-painted in red and green...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Tea Sets

Materials

Gold

Edmond Bellefroid Tea Set by Petrus Regout Maastricht, Bauhaus, Dutch Art Deco
Edmond Bellefroid Tea Set by Petrus Regout Maastricht, Bauhaus, Dutch Art Deco

Edmond Bellefroid Tea Set by Petrus Regout Maastricht, Bauhaus, Dutch Art Deco

By Petrus Regout

Located in Antwerp, BE

Beautiful Art Deco, Bauhaus set designed by Edmond Bellefroid 1929, execution Petrus Regout Maastricht.The set is in very good condition.Included table ware set. Dimensions:Height 9...

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1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic

Gio Ponti Tea / coffee set from the Parco dei Principi hotel in Rome 1960s circa
Gio Ponti Tea / coffee set from the Parco dei Principi hotel in Rome 1960s circa

Gio Ponti Tea / coffee set from the Parco dei Principi hotel in Rome 1960s circa

By Gio Ponti, Calderoni

Located in Roma, IT

Tea or coffee set designed by Gio Ponti for the Hotel Parco Dei Principi in Rome and produced by the historic Italian manufacturer Fratelli Calderoni between 1950s and 1960s. This vintage breakfast set consists of 5 pieces: 1 small teapot with built-in filter in the body 1 large coffee maker 1 Water Jug 1 sugar bowl 1 Tray with feet...

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

Materials

Silver Plate, Nickel

French Art Deco Tea Service Set, Gold & Green Glazed Porcelain marked Robj Paris
French Art Deco Tea Service Set, Gold & Green Glazed Porcelain marked Robj Paris

French Art Deco Tea Service Set, Gold & Green Glazed Porcelain marked Robj Paris

By ROBJ

Located in Beirut, LB

This striking Art Deco tea set by ROBJ Paris exemplifies the bold geometry and luxurious finish that defined the era. Featuring a vibrant emerald green glaze paired with rich, meta...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage 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.