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Bing & Grøndahl Empire Tea Service for Five People
Bing & Grøndahl Empire Tea Service for Five People

Bing & Grøndahl Empire Tea Service for Five People

Located in København, Copenhagen

Bing & Grøndahl Empire tea service for five people. Consisting of five teacups (108 and 473) with saucers and five plates. The teacup measures: 10...

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20th Century Danish Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

white modern Matteo Thun Fantasia Teapot, Memphis style 1980s
white modern Matteo Thun Fantasia Teapot, Memphis style 1980s

white modern Matteo Thun Fantasia Teapot, Memphis style 1980s

By Matteo Thun

Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp

Matteo Thun was one of the co-founders of the Memphis group in 1981. He worked together with many different companies such as Bieffeplast, Swatch and Tiffany. This porcelain coffee / tea pot he designed for Arzberg, Germany in the 1980s. Thun describes it as - New balances. Familiar objects for the coffee with geometric shapes and unusual proportions. - The design was part of the Milan furniture fair in 1989. An exhibition underlining the consumer need of emotion, form and function. For this fair the sugarbowl of this collection has been built in an oversize scale. The tea pot stands...

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1980s European Modern Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Limited Edition Memphis Post-Modern Porcelain Teapot and Cups by J. Mihalik Art4
Limited Edition Memphis Post-Modern Porcelain Teapot and Cups by J. Mihalik Art4

Limited Edition Memphis Post-Modern Porcelain Teapot and Cups by J. Mihalik Art4

Located in San Diego, CA

Rare and beautiful limited edition Memphis style post-modern porcelain teapot and and six cups by Juraj Mihalik for Art4 Ceramics of Slovakia, circa 1980s. The set in very good cond...

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Late 20th Century Japanese Post-Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

20th Century Egyptian Tea Set Arabic with Silver Plate and Pot Bowls Porcelain
20th Century Egyptian Tea Set Arabic with Silver Plate and Pot Bowls Porcelain

20th Century Egyptian Tea Set Arabic with Silver Plate and Pot Bowls Porcelain

Located in Epfach, DE

A fine Egyptian silver tea service for six, comprising a large round tray, a matching coffee/tea pot, and six accompanying porcelain cups, presented together with its original foldin...

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Mid-20th Century Egyptian Islamic Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Tiffany & Co. Antique Art Deco Silver Plate Coffee or Tea Service Set
Tiffany & Co. Antique Art Deco Silver Plate Coffee or Tea Service Set

Tiffany & Co. Antique Art Deco Silver Plate Coffee or Tea Service Set

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Art Deco silver soldered tea or coffee service set, including: coffee pot, tea pot, sugar bowl, and creamer. By Tiffany & Co. USA, Circa Late 19th Century Measu...

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Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Gustav Hellstrøm enamel and gilt silver teaspoons, Norway, ca 1890
Gustav Hellstrøm enamel and gilt silver teaspoons, Norway, ca 1890

Gustav Hellstrøm enamel and gilt silver teaspoons, Norway, ca 1890

Located in Delft, NL

Gustav Hellstrøm enamel and gilt silver teaspoons, Norway, ca 1890 Beautiful set of teaspoons, silver purity of 925/000 gilded with enamel. The spoon handle is black enameled with g...

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19th Century Norwegian Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel

French porcelain Coffee / Tea Service for 10 People
French porcelain Coffee / Tea Service for 10 People

French porcelain Coffee / Tea Service for 10 People

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Nice coffee or tea service from the first half of the 20th century for 10 people. Beautiful porcelain quality, white with fine gold edging and gold patterns on each piece. High Porce...

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Early 20th Century Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Mid Century Water or Juice Pot, Pitcher, Blue Glass, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century Water or Juice Pot, Pitcher, Blue Glass, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century Water or Juice Pot, Pitcher, Blue Glass, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A lovely Mid-Century Modern blue glass Pot from the 1960s. Original vintage good condition. Only one unique piece.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Tea Sets

Materials

Glass

Kutani Lithophane Geisha Tea Set for 6 - Hand Painted Birds & Flowers
Kutani Lithophane Geisha Tea Set for 6 - Hand Painted Birds & Flowers

Kutani Lithophane Geisha Tea Set for 6 - Hand Painted Birds & Flowers

By Kutani Studio

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Beautiful early-Showa Kutani porcelain tea set for six, dating to c.1940–1960. Each cup features a delicate lithophane geisha portrait visible when held to the light – a highly collectible and sought-after detail in Japanese export porcelain. The exterior is richly hand painted with colorful birds, blooming flowers and a classic red geometric border enhanced with gold. A complete tea service including 6 cups, 6 saucers, a teapot, sugar bowl and creamer, all decorated in matching Kutani style. The porcelain is thin and resonant, and the enamel work is bright and clean. Origin: Japan Period: c.1940–1960 (early Showa) Mark: Kutani China...

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20th Century Japanese Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Rosenthal Porcelain Coffee or Tea Set, 1960s
Vintage Rosenthal Porcelain Coffee or Tea Set, 1960s

Vintage Rosenthal Porcelain Coffee or Tea Set, 1960s

By Rosenthal

Located in Bastogne, BE

Björn Wiinblad for Rosenthal - Studio Linie, Germany coffee or tea set. Large vintage German service of the famous Rosenthal Linie factory from Germany...

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1960s German Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Gyokushu Satsuma Earthenware Saki Pitcher, C. Meiji Period
Gyokushu Satsuma Earthenware Saki Pitcher, C. Meiji Period

Gyokushu Satsuma Earthenware Saki Pitcher, C. Meiji Period

Located in Van Nuys, CA

A finely detailed Meiji-period Satsuma earthenware sake pitcher attributed to Gyokushu, featuring exquisite polychrome and gilt decoration. The cylindrical body is densely painted wi...

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1890s Chinese Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic

Silver and enamels cloisonné tea strainer, Moscow, Russia 1896.
Silver and enamels cloisonné tea strainer, Moscow, Russia 1896.

Silver and enamels cloisonné tea strainer, Moscow, Russia 1896.

Located in Milan, IT

Tea strainer with handle, in 84 Zolotnik silver, gilded and decorated with blue and white cloisonné enamels. Moscow, Russia, 1896.

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Late 19th Century Russian Art Nouveau Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Seven Antique Worcester Cups Hand Painted in the Fence Pattern England Ca. 1810
Seven Antique Worcester Cups Hand Painted in the Fence Pattern England Ca. 1810

Seven Antique Worcester Cups Hand Painted in the Fence Pattern England Ca. 1810

By Barr, Flight & Barr Worcester

Located in Katonah, NY

This rare set of seven antique Worcester porcelain cups was hand-painted in the iconic Fence pattern by the Barr Flight Barr Worcester factory in England, circa 1810. Each cup featur...

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Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

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

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

Copeland Spode for Tiffany Dessert & Tea Set for 12 Floral Japonesque Service
Copeland Spode for Tiffany Dessert & Tea Set for 12 Floral Japonesque Service

Copeland Spode for Tiffany Dessert & Tea Set for 12 Floral Japonesque Service

By Copeland Spode

Located in Great Barrington, MA

This is a complete dessert service for 12 that includes the matching coffee or teapot, creamer and sugar made by Copeland Spode, exclusively for Tiffany and Co. The butterscotch col...

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Mid-20th Century English Japonisme Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Yellow & Overglaze Blue Teapot Chine de Commande
Antique Chinese Porcelain Yellow & Overglaze Blue Teapot Chine de Commande

Antique Chinese Porcelain Yellow & Overglaze Blue Teapot Chine de Commande

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Yongzheng, 18th century, Very fine painting. Yellow glaze and overglaze blue. Very rare combination. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Em...

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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Spode Dollar Pattern Coffee Cups, Set of 9, English Porcelain Circa 1820
Antique Spode Dollar Pattern Coffee Cups, Set of 9, English Porcelain Circa 1820

Antique Spode Dollar Pattern Coffee Cups, Set of 9, English Porcelain Circa 1820

By Spode

Located in Katonah, NY

Perfect for a double espresso! These nine "Dollar" pattern porcelain coffee cups are handpainted in the exquisite "Dollar" pattern. Spode made this set in England circa 1820. The dec...

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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Wallace 3104N Art Deco Octagonal Silver Plated Tea Set- 5 Pc Set
Antique Wallace 3104N Art Deco Octagonal Silver Plated Tea Set- 5 Pc Set

Antique Wallace 3104N Art Deco Octagonal Silver Plated Tea Set- 5 Pc Set

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Wallace 3104N Art Deco Octagonal Silver Plated Tea Set with "B" Monogram - 5 Pc Set. Listing includes (1) Tilting tea pot on stand, (1) Coffee pot, (1) Teapot, (1) Lidded cre...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Prince Charming Teapot, Handmade in Italy, Luxury Handcrafted Design 2021
Prince Charming Teapot, Handmade in Italy, Luxury Handcrafted Design 2021

Prince Charming 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 just need to have a little stress relief. We want to escape the ordinary days, made of work and pain. Give yourself a little gift with those fabolous creations full of poetry and fairytales. Our artist models every single detail with patience and love, to bring us back in a world made of dreams and feelings. The collection recalls Alice in wonderland and Cinderella, taking us to a trip in our childhood, a world that lives silently inside, giving us the strength to always believe...

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2010s Italian Baroque Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic

Amélie Tableware and Serveware, Mug and Infuser, Handmade Design in Italy, 2021
Amélie Tableware and Serveware, Mug and Infuser, Handmade Design in Italy, 2021

Amélie Tableware and Serveware, Mug and Infuser, Handmade Design in Italy, 2021

By Mosche Bianche

Located in San Miniato PI, IT

This wonderful collection encourages to participate in the process of combining small pleasures into a significant whole by regarding details as both minute and essential. Our artist...

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2010s Italian Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic

80s Post Modern Memphis Design Handmade Marilee Hall Abstract Art Teapot Signed
80s Post Modern Memphis Design Handmade Marilee Hall Abstract Art Teapot Signed

80s Post Modern Memphis Design Handmade Marilee Hall Abstract Art Teapot Signed

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Spectacular, Post Modern, Memphis Design, One of a Kind, Handmade, tossed pottery and painted yellow tea pot, with a crackle finish, I adorned with both incised and applied colorful...

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Metal

Vintage Homer Laughlin Restaurantware Coffee Cups and Saucer Set in Ombre Pink
Vintage Homer Laughlin Restaurantware Coffee Cups and Saucer Set in Ombre Pink

Vintage Homer Laughlin Restaurantware Coffee Cups and Saucer Set in Ombre Pink

By Homer Laughlin

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A vintage set of Homer Laughlin restaurantware coffee cups and saucers. This is a set of three saucers and three matching coffee or teacups. Homer Laughlin is known for their durabil...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic

Antique John Burger New York Federal Classical Silver Teapot
Antique John Burger New York Federal Classical Silver Teapot

Antique John Burger New York Federal Classical Silver Teapot

Located in New York, NY

Federal Classical coin silver teapot. Made by John Burger in New York, ca 1790. Straight and oval with long diagonal spout; silver-mounted high-looping and leaf-capped stained-wood h...

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Late 18th Century American Federal Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Liberty & Co silver 3-piece tea set, Birmingham 1912
Liberty & Co silver 3-piece tea set, Birmingham 1912

Liberty & Co silver 3-piece tea set, Birmingham 1912

Located in Delft, NL

Liberty & Co silver 3-piece tea set, Birmingham 1912 A 3-piece silver tea set by Liberty & Co. made of 925/000 purity of silver and walnut wood handle. The tea set is marked with t...

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Early 20th Century English Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Geo C. Shreve & Co. Sterling Silver Tea and Coffee Set, Circa 1920
Geo C. Shreve & Co. Sterling Silver Tea and Coffee Set, Circa 1920

Geo C. Shreve & Co. Sterling Silver Tea and Coffee Set, Circa 1920

By Shreve & Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very finely chased sterling silver six piece tea and coffee service by Geo C. Shreve & Co. Each finely embellished silver piece chased with floral and scrolled decorations. Com...

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1920s American Rococo Revival Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of 6 Vintage EPIAG Czech Porcelain Demitasse Cups and Saucers
Set of 6 Vintage EPIAG Czech Porcelain Demitasse Cups and Saucers

Set of 6 Vintage EPIAG Czech Porcelain Demitasse Cups and Saucers

By Royal Epiag

Located in Praha, CZ

A refined set of 6 vintage porcelain demitasse cups and matching saucers, made by EPIAG in Czechoslovakia in the 1950s. Each piece features a Rococo-style romantic scene and decorati...

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1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 12 Antique Japanese Meiji Period Cups or Tea Bowls Porcelain Eggshell
Set of 12 Antique Japanese Meiji Period Cups or Tea Bowls Porcelain Eggshell

Set of 12 Antique Japanese Meiji Period Cups or Tea Bowls Porcelain Eggshell

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nice set of 12 bowls with saucers. Very nicely decorated. They are marked on the base. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: Japan Period: 1...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Galtaji, Coffee Set with Six Contemporary Porcelains with Decorative Design
Galtaji, Coffee Set with Six Contemporary Porcelains with Decorative Design

Galtaji, Coffee Set with Six Contemporary Porcelains with Decorative Design

By Vito Nesta

Located in Milano, Lombardia

In the vicinity of a Buddhist temple, the slow and cyclical flow of time is outlined. The Galtaji collection tells an Indian astronomical garden, where monkeys populate the branches...

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2010s Italian Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Ceramic Tea Set, Italy, 1970s
Vintage Ceramic Tea Set, Italy, 1970s

Vintage Ceramic Tea Set, Italy, 1970s

Located in Palermo, IT

Vintage ceramic tea set, Italy, 1970s It has always belonged to my grandparents and has never been used, two-tone, and is made up of a teapot m...

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1970s Italian Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic

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

Vintage Paragon Double Warrant Bone China Teacup & Saucer with Red Cabbage Rose
Vintage Paragon Double Warrant Bone China Teacup & Saucer with Red Cabbage Rose

Vintage Paragon Double Warrant Bone China Teacup & Saucer with Red Cabbage Rose

By Paragon

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This teacup and saucer set was made by the renowned Paragon fine bone china factory of England in approximately 1960. The set is done with a pastel mint green ground with a large red offset cabbage rose on the inside of the cup which is replicated on the saucer. Both the cup and saucer are marked with the Paragon 'Double Warrant...

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

Materials

Porcelain

Rare Bauhaus Silver-Plated Brass Tea Infuser by Cristian Dell, Weimar 1924
Rare Bauhaus Silver-Plated Brass Tea Infuser by Cristian Dell, Weimar 1924

Rare Bauhaus Silver-Plated Brass Tea Infuser by Cristian Dell, Weimar 1924

By Christian Dell

Located in Tilburg, NL

I do not know which blend you prefer. But I do know you prefer this tea infuser. A rare and highly distinctive Bauhaus tea infuser, designed by Christian Dell circa 1924 for the meta...

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1920s Bauhaus Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Brass

Set of 4 Majolica Shells Cups & Saucers Circa 1950
Set of 4 Majolica Shells Cups & Saucers Circa 1950

Set of 4 Majolica Shells Cups & Saucers Circa 1950

Located in Austin, TX

Set of 4 Majolica Shell cups & saucers Circa 1950. All different colors inside. Saucers / 5.2 by 4.2 inches Cups / 4.5 by 3 inches.

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Limoges Coffee Tea Service Yolande Manin 6 People 20th Century
Limoges Coffee Tea Service Yolande Manin 6 People 20th Century

Limoges Coffee Tea Service Yolande Manin 6 People 20th Century

Located in PARIS, FR

Artist: Yolande Manin Turquoise and Gold Porcelain Tea Set by Yolande Manin: A Harmony of Color and Tradition We are delighted to offer this exceptional tea set by Yolande Manin, fa...

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20th Century Tea Sets

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Porcelain

14-Piece Japanese Gilt and Painted Tea and Dessert Serving Set with Peacock
14-Piece Japanese Gilt and Painted Tea and Dessert Serving Set with Peacock

14-Piece Japanese Gilt and Painted Tea and Dessert Serving Set with Peacock

Located in Norwood, NJ

14-piece Kutani Japanese gilt and painted tea and dessert serving set with Peacock. Hand painted gilt and painted Peacock tea and serving set. Features floral and peacock design. Lidded tea and coffee pots, lidded creamer, sugar bowl, and five snack sets...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Tea Sets

Materials

Gold

Mid 20th Century Minton Cobalt & Gold Pattern G6262 – Complete Tea Set for Eight
Mid 20th Century Minton Cobalt & Gold Pattern G6262 – Complete Tea Set for Eight

Mid 20th Century Minton Cobalt & Gold Pattern G6262 – Complete Tea Set for Eight

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Minton “Cobalt & Gold” Pattern G6262 – Complete Tea Set for Eight - 30 Pieces A spectacular and complete Minton Cobalt & Gold G6262 Tea Service for Eight, one of the most sought-aft...

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Mid-20th Century British Neoclassical Tea Sets

Materials

Gold

Royal Holland Pewter Coffee/Tea Set
Royal Holland Pewter Coffee/Tea Set

Royal Holland Pewter Coffee/Tea Set

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An original and complete Tea Set Pewter, Cane and Walnut Marked on underside

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1950s Dutch Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Pewter

Emilia Castillo Copper & Silver Creamer & Sugar Set with Bird Sculptures, Mexico
Emilia Castillo Copper & Silver Creamer & Sugar Set with Bird Sculptures, Mexico

Emilia Castillo Copper & Silver Creamer & Sugar Set with Bird Sculptures, Mexico

By Emilia Castillo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A whimsical and collectible three-piece copper and silver-plated creamer and sugar bowl set with matching spoon, designed and handcrafted by Emilia Castillo in Taxco, Guerrero, Mexic...

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1980s Mexican Modern Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Onyx, Silver Plate, Copper

Michael Lambert Modernist Tea Set
Michael Lambert Modernist Tea Set

Michael Lambert Modernist Tea Set

By Michael Lambert

Located in New York, NY

1980's modernist tea set by California ceramist Michael Lambert, in vintage original condition with minor wear and patina due to age and use. Sugar holder...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Clay

Victorian Silver-Plated Tea Set, Hand-Chased Floral Design, 1890
Victorian Silver-Plated Tea Set, Hand-Chased Floral Design, 1890

Victorian Silver-Plated Tea Set, Hand-Chased Floral Design, 1890

By Sheffield

Located in Worcester Park, GB

A charming three-piece vintage silver-plated tea service, richly decorated with ornate floral and scrolling motifs. The set comprises a teapot, sugar bowl and milk jug, each beautifu...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Chinese porcelain. Two lidded tea cups with strainers, c. 1970s/80s.
Chinese porcelain. Two lidded tea cups with strainers, c. 1970s/80s.

Chinese porcelain. Two lidded tea cups with strainers, c. 1970s/80s.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Chinese porcelain. Two lidded tea cups with strainers, c. 1970s/80s. Cylindrical porcelain cups with handles, each with a lid and removable strainer. One decorated on a yellow grou...

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1970s Chinese Vintage Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Petite Chinese Bronze Cups, c. 1800
Pair of Petite Chinese Bronze Cups, c. 1800

Pair of Petite Chinese Bronze Cups, c. 1800

Located in Chicago, IL

Minimal and refined, these petite bronze cups are simply formed with gently curved sides and a short footed base. The pair dates to the 19th century or earlier and would have been us...

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Early 19th Century Chinese Minimalist Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Arita/Chinese Jingdezhen Saucer Dish and Cup Kakiemon
Antique Japanese Arita/Chinese Jingdezhen Saucer Dish and Cup Kakiemon

Antique Japanese Arita/Chinese Jingdezhen Saucer Dish and Cup Kakiemon

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very combination of two porcelain pieces; Edo period, kakiemon figural garden scene Qing period, Kangxi, Couple with a parasol in garden. Additional information: Material: Porcela...

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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Green Malachite Porcelain Coffee Teacup Saucer, England
Green Malachite Porcelain Coffee Teacup Saucer, England

Green Malachite Porcelain Coffee Teacup Saucer, England

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful English white porcelain coffee or teacup and saucer with a green malachite design and gold detailing on edge. Made in England.

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Late 20th Century English Tea Sets

Materials

Malachite

Antique French Restauration Classical Silver Bachelor Coffeepot
Antique French Restauration Classical Silver Bachelor Coffeepot

Antique French Restauration Classical Silver Bachelor Coffeepot

Located in New York, NY

French Restauration Classical silver bachelor coffeepot, ca 1820. Ovoid bowl on three leaf-mounted paw supports; neck mounted with cast eagle head spout. Cover hinged with cast bud f...

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Early 19th Century French Restauration Antique Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

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.