Contemporary Barware

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CONTEMPORARY STYLE

Contemporary jewelry is inextricably linked with the moment in which it is created, frequently reflecting current social, cultural and political issues such as environmental consciousness, identity and sustainability. It’s informed by fashion trends, from the chokers of the 1990s to the large chain necklaces of the early 2000s.

Jewelry is one of the oldest forms of adornment. Lockets made of silver or gold have been treasured gifts for hundreds of years, for example, and charm bracelets, which have existed since prehistoric times, didn’t become especially popular until the 19th-century reign of Queen Victoria. For many centuries, fine jewelry was used primarily to express wealth or status through lavish materials. Then, in the 1960s, a concept known as the “critique of preciousness” emerged, with jewelers creating pieces that did not get their value from gemstones or precious metals. Instead, it was the jeweler’s artistic vision that was prized and elevated.

This shift still informs Contemporary jewelry being made by artists today. Whether they are using cheap, found materials and working with provocative geometric shapes or seeking out the rarest stones, they are imbuing their work with meaning through their skills, techniques and ideas. Innovative designers such as Elsa Peretti, who popularized sculptural sterling-silver jewelry for Tiffany & Co., and David Yurman, who twisted metal into the simple yet striking Cable bracelet, have also influenced the direction of Contemporary jewelry’s forms and aesthetics.

Meanwhile, technological advancements like metal alloys and laser engraving have led to new possibilities in jewelry design. Now, edgy makers and brands as well as minimalist designers are pushing Contemporary jewelry forward into the 21st century.

Find a collection of Contemporary rings, earrings, necklaces and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

Style: Contemporary

Whisky Glass, Solid Silver, Moon , 1 Piece, Italy

$1,293Sale Price / item|30% Off

Whisky Glass, Solid Silver, Moon , 1 Piece, Italy

By K-OVER

Located in Firenze, IT

K-over whisky glass are our latest creation. The value of this whisky glass lies on the innovative techniques that have been used in its production. As it can be clearly seen from the pictures, the surface of the K-OVER shines as the Moon. This innovative texture provides also a technical advantage: when you touch the cover, no fingerprint is left. The glass has been completely handcrafted by Marco Fedi, a Florentine master goldsmith. The production process took few weeks and the techniques used are spinning and engraving. This glass is produced in pure silver 999...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Barware

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Silver

Tiffany & Co. Makers Sterling Silver Vermeil Cordial Cup #22633

$292

Tiffany & Co. Makers Sterling Silver Vermeil Cordial Cup #22633

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Tiffany & Co. Makers Sterling Silver Vermeil Cordial Cup - This elegant Tiffany & Co. Sterling silver cordial cup features a a rounded modernist form and a gold washed interior Ma...

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20th Century Contemporary Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Makers Sterling Silver Vermeil Cordial Cup #22632

$292

Tiffany & Co. Makers Sterling Silver Vermeil Cordial Cup #22632

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Tiffany & Co. Makers Sterling Silver Vermeil Cordial Cup This elegant Tiffany & Co. sterling silver cordial cup features a rounded modernist form and a gold washed interior Match...

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20th Century Contemporary Barware

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Sterling Silver

Set of 6 German Art Deco .800 Solid Silver Cordial or Liquor Glasses

$895 / set

H 4 in Dm 1.5 in

Set of 6 German Art Deco .800 Solid Silver Cordial or Liquor Glasses

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine set of 6 Art Deco silver cordials. Elegantly simple with diminutive cups, straight stems and a round foot. The bases are marked with .800 for the silver fineness, a moon an...

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20th Century German Contemporary Barware

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Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Matchbox Holder & Ashtray Set

$395 / item

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Matchbox Holder & Ashtray Set

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Sewickley, PA

This Tiffany & Co. sterling silver matchbox and ashtray set is a refined example of the brand's elegant decorative craftsmanship. The set includes a rectangular matchbox holder and a...

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Late 20th Century Contemporary Barware

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Makers Sterling Silver Heart Leaf Dish Set of 4

$499

W 2.49 in L 3.25 in

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Makers Sterling Silver Heart Leaf Dish Set of 4

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

A set of four Tiffany & Co. sterling silver dishes formed in a stylized heart or leaf shape with a sculptural raised center and decorative openwork handle. The softly contoured b...

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20th Century Contemporary Barware

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Sterling Silver

Rare Set of 9 Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Vine Pattern Butter Pats

$3,850 / set

H 0.25 in Dm 3.13 in

Rare Set of 9 Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Vine Pattern Butter Pats

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An extremely rare set of sterling silver butter pats. In the Vine pattern decorated with raised poppies and other flowers around the rim's edge. By Tiffany & Co. Monogrammed to t...

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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Contemporary Barware

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Sterling Silver

Set of 12 Tiffany & Co Art Deco Sterling Silver Art Deco Shot Cups or Cordials

$3,950 / set

H 1.46 in Dm 1.86 in

Set of 12 Tiffany & Co Art Deco Sterling Silver Art Deco Shot Cups or Cordials

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine set of 12 silver cordials or shot glasses. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. Each shot cup with terrific streamlined design including a plunger foot, a tapered body, and...

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20th Century American Contemporary Barware

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Sterling Silver

1779 Antique Tsarist Imperial Russian Cup solid 84 Sterling Silver / 102 gr

$2,000

H 3.39 in Dm 2.76 in

1779 Antique Tsarist Imperial Russian Cup solid 84 Sterling Silver / 102 gr

Located in SE

Handsome 245-year-old Russian solid Silver cup with continuous cast or impressed / hammered floral & tassels decorations. Period : reign of Catherine the Great ( 1762 to 1796 )...

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1770s Russian Antique Contemporary Barware

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Sterling Silver

Webster 1930's Sterling Silver with Maker's Mark Miniature Tong

$385

Webster 1930's Sterling Silver with Maker's Mark Miniature Tong

Located in New York, NY

Webster 1930's of Mass., US, sterling silver miniature tong, with their iconic maker's mark engraved measures 3 1/8 inches by 1 inch, and a width measuring 1/2 inch. Made in USA.

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1930s American Vintage Contemporary Barware

1838 British Victorian W.Stocker Cup solid 925 Sterling Silver / 130 gr

$675

H 3.55 in Dm 2.37 in

1838 British Victorian W.Stocker Cup solid 925 Sterling Silver / 130 gr

Located in SE

Victorian Sterling Silver Cup, thick walled, with cast or hammered floral ornaments. Vacant cartouche. This cup has a full set of conventional British hallmarks : maker is W. Stock...

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1830s English Antique Contemporary Barware

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Miniature Perfume Scent Bottle with Dauber

$140Sale Price|20% Off

L 1.5 in

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Miniature Perfume Scent Bottle with Dauber

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Westport, CT

A vintage Tiffany & Co. sterling silver miniature perfume or scent bottle with a smooth, rounded rectangular body and removable screw cap. The cap retains its long applicator dau...

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Late 20th Century Contemporary Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Modern Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Cocktail Jigger or Measure

$595

H 1.88 in Dm 2.25 in

Mid-Century Modern Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Cocktail Jigger or Measure

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine sterling silver cocktail jigger. By Tiffany & Co. With a gold wash and stepped, conical sides. Model no. 22714 Simply a great Tiffany cocktail jigger! Date: Mid-20th Cen...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal

Antique Edwardian Equestrian Fox Hunt Cut Glass & Silver Liquor Flask

$950

H 10.25 in Dm 2 in

Antique Edwardian Equestrian Fox Hunt Cut Glass & Silver Liquor Flask

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique silver-topped cut glass hunting flask. With a narrow tapering cut glass body with a diamond pattern terminating in a screw-top integral s...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Barware

Materials

Silver

Antique Portuguese Goblet Cup solid 833 Silver / 173 gr

$1,100

H 6.3 in Dm 2.37 in

Antique Portuguese Goblet Cup solid 833 Silver / 173 gr

Located in SE

Antique Portuguese Silver Cup, thick walled, with continuous cast floral ornaments and well preserved internal gilding. This cup has a set of small sized conventional Portuguese ha...

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1920s Portuguese Vintage Contemporary Barware

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

Previously Available Items

Webster Sterling "Only A Thimble Full" Mini Shot Cup #24423

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H 1.66 in W 1.69 in L 1.69 in

Webster Sterling "Only A Thimble Full" Mini Shot Cup #24423

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Webster Sterling "Only A Thimble Full" Mini Shot Cup - This charming Webster Co. sterling silver miniature shot cup has hammered finish and is engraved "Only A Thimble Full". Weigh...

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20th Century Contemporary Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Brandimarte 925 sterling silver beer mug

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H 4.34 in Dm 3.15 in

Brandimarte 925 sterling silver beer mug

Located in Perugia, IT

Brandimarte 925/ooo sterling silver beer mug Height 11 cm Base 8 cm Width including handle 12 cm Weight 186g Manufactured by Brandimarte - Florence - Italy Handmade. Hammered workma...

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2010s Italian Contemporary Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver cocktail shaker 800

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H 8.67 in Dm 3.75 in

Silver cocktail shaker 800

Located in Perugia, IT

Silver cocktail shaker 800 Weight g 390 Height 22 cm Diameter 9,5cm Diameter base 6,5 cm Made by Cesa - Made in Italy Elegant oblique godron finish with slightly rounded ribs. Perfe...

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1990s Italian Contemporary Barware

Materials

Silver

SV925 Gold-Plated Golden Fleece Shot Cup for Celebration, MOISEIKIN

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H 3.47 in W 1.58 in D 2.05 in

SV925 Gold-Plated Golden Fleece Shot Cup for Celebration, MOISEIKIN

By MOISEIKIN

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Adorable golden fleece is the wish of good luck and prosperity! Inspired by the Greek legend that the gold miners used fleece of the sheep to filter the gold from mountain streams, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Barware

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

Munsteiner-Cut Rutilated Quartz Shot Glass

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W 1.625 in Dm 1.625 in

Munsteiner-Cut Rutilated Quartz Shot Glass

By Atelier Munsteiner

Located in Dallas, TX

For the man who thought he had everything: A One-of-a-Kind Hand-Carved, Munsteiner-Cut Shot Glass made of stunning smoky rutilated quartz (575.87cts). About the Artist: Atelier Mu...

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