Continental Europe - Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Charming pair of French glazed pottery dishes featuring a warm terracotta-colored ground decorated with contrasting white motifs. Each shallow circular dish is fitted with two integ...

Midcentury beautiful ice bucket in red goatskin and brass with handle by Aldo Tura. Made in Italy in the 1960s.

Some table services charm with their refinement. Others invite you into a whole imaginary garden. This beautiful late 19th-century Gien faience dinner service immediately captivates ...

A lively and sophisticated accent piece for a contemporary decor, this ashtray turns an everyday object into a refined design handmade of first-rate materials. It features a round cl...

We are pleased to offer this exceptional vintage cast brass ashtray, sculpted in the form of a horse’s head. More than a functional smoking accessory, this striking piece can be appr...

Elegant French serving tray dating from the 1940s, crafted in warm-toned wood with a decorative geometric veneer pattern across the central panel. The rectangular frame is fitted wit...

A charming antique German beer stein dating from the late 19th to the early 20th century. Crafted in Germany, this handsome half-liter (0.5 L) stein features a finely detailed hand-c...

Mid-Century Modern table lighter designed by the renowned Flavio Poli, crafted in Murano, Italy, during the 1960s. This exquisite piece beautifully showcases the masterful sommerso (...

Beautiful set of 6 lucite burl wood coasters designed in Italy, 1970's. This unique set in the style Aldo Tura, will add a touch of elegance to your bar and dining room. Ideal for se...

Elegant French glass ashtray dating from the 1970s, featuring a minimalist circular design with a softly hammered texture that beautifully catches and reflects the light. Crafted in ...

Charming little set made of Limoges Porcelain, 19th century Just what you need for a delicate lunch or an exquisite afternoon « goûter »! - 24 plates - 12 soup plates - 3 sauce boat...

Mid-century German Fat Lava pelican in a fiery glossy red with its beak wide open to either serve as an ashtray or a bowl for snacks, jewellery or other small spacial things. German ...

Elegant mid-century silver-plated champagne or ice bucket by the venerable French silversmith Christofle. Dating to the 1950s, this large and striking piece belongs to the prestigiou...

Crafted from striking Grand Antique marble, this handcrafted tray combines timeless elegance with everyday functionality. The dramatic contrast of deep black and crisp white veining ...

Mid-Century Modern smoking set, meticulously crafted in Italy during the 1960s. The two-piece collection showcases the organic beauty of genuine onyx stone, celebrated for its striki...

A beautiful set of five antique French majolica plates, featuring an elegant relief design of vine leaves, grape clusters, and branches. Their rich palette of greens, browns, and cre...

A Gray Speckled ceramic vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vase is 15 cm (6") tall and in excellent condition, it is 1st quality. Carl-Harry Stålhane is one of t...

A beautiful ceramic vase with a stunning glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 20.5 cm (8.2.) tall. It´s in excellent condition but marked as 1st quality. Gunna...

Great pair of late 19th century Provencal earthenware plates France, circa 1880-1900 Good but weathered condition.

This Meissen porcelain Tea/coffee service features the classic "Blue Flower with Gold Grasses" (Blaue Blume mit Goldgräsern) pattern on a white body with delicate...

Beautiful weathered piece of pottery from the Provence. Great color and rare small size. France, circa 1850 Good but weathered condition.

Few 19th-century French faience services embody the elegance, artistic refinement and poetic spirit of the Japonisme movement as beautifully as Jules Vieillard Bordeaux’s celebrated “Nella” pattern. More than a dinner service, this remarkable ensemble is a hand-painted work of art, where every piece celebrates nature through an extraordinary variety of exotic birds, flowering branches, butterflies and delicate insects. No two plates are exactly alike, making each place setting a unique composition while preserving the perfect harmony of the whole. Founded in Bordeaux in 1845, the Jules Vieillard manufactory became one of France’s most prestigious ceramic producers. By the 1870s it employed nearly 1,300 craftsmen, ranking among the country’s leading faience manufacturers. Its artistic creations were celebrated at the great international exhibitions of the nineteenth century, including the Gold Medal awarded at the Paris Universal Exposition of 1878, a distinction that firmly established the international reputation of the Bordeaux factory. Created during this golden period, the “Nella” pattern is now regarded as one of the manufactory’s finest and rarest achievements. Inspired by the discovery of Japanese art in Europe during the second half of the nineteenth century, it perfectly reflects the new decorative language that transformed European ceramics. Every piece was individually moulded in fine faience, fired, then meticulously hand-painted by master decorators using coloured enamels before receiving its final transparent glaze and being fired once again. This demanding process ensured exceptional brilliance while allowing each painter complete artistic freedom. Rather than reproducing a single repetitive design, every plate was intentionally decorated with its own individual composition. Kingfishers, parrots and other exotic birds rest upon blossoming branches of prunus, peonies, irises and wild roses. Butterflies, dragonflies and tiny ladybirds animate the white ground with remarkable delicacy, creating the impression of a living garden. The asymmetrical compositions, generous areas of untouched white and graceful movement throughout the decoration perfectly express the refined aesthetic of French Japonisme. Complete “Nella” services have become extraordinarily scarce. Intended for everyday use within distinguished households, most examples were gradually dispersed or damaged over nearly one hundred and fifty years. Today, large coherent ensembles with their original serving pieces seldom appear on the international market. According to family history, this exceptional service remained for generations in an elegant maison de maître on the French Riviera before entering the antiques market. Unlike most surviving examples, which are composed predominantly of plates, this magnificent ensemble retains an unusually rich selection of original serving pieces together with its complete coffee service, making it equally desirable for collectors, designers and prestigious private residences. Composition — 83 Pieces * 27 Dinner Plates – Ø 25 cm (9.84 in) * 14 Soup Plates – Ø 25.5 cm (10.04 in) * 16 Dessert Plates – Ø 22.5 cm (8.86 in) * 1 Covered Soup Tureen * 2 Covered Vegetable Tureens * 1 Covered Serving Dish * 2 Large Oval Serving Platters * 1 Large Fish Platter * 1 Shell-Shaped Compotier * 2 Covered Sauce Boats with Attached Stands * 1 Covered Mustard Pot * 1 Coffee Pot * 1 Covered Sugar Bowl * 1 Milk Jug * 10 Coffee Cups * 11 Coffee Saucers Every piece bears the JVB factory mark beneath, while the principal serving pieces are additionally marked “Nella”, confirming the authenticity of this prestigious model. The overall condition is exceptional considering its age of approximately 150 years. The enamels retain remarkable freshness and brilliance, while the glaze remains beautifully preserved. Minor imperfections are limited to a few discreet hairlines, one deep serving dish displaying slight age-related darkening, one coffee saucer with noticeable staining and the expected traces of careful domestic use accumulated over generations. These small imperfections are entirely consistent with the age of the service and do not detract from its extraordinary visual impact. More than simply an antique dinner service...

A large vintage Murano glass ashtray made using the "sommerso" technique, attributed to designer Flavio Poli for the Seguso glassworks in the 1960s. It has a faceted geometric shape ...

Stunning, ultra-chic vintage smoking set designed by Antonio Imperatore during the 1970s. Expertly crafted in Italy, this two-piece set perfectly captures the bold, geometric, and gl...

A beautiful, large mid-century brass lily flower sculpture or figurine—a vintage Hollywood Regency-style ashtray shaped like a flower. It features six detachable petals and was craft...

A stylish original Coca Cola ice bucket. Made in the 1960s by Smidt-imex in Belgium. This stylish item with the iconic Coca Cola logo in white and vibrant red is in new condition wit...

Beautiful brutalist ashtray or viche-poches designed and sculpted by the artist david marshall in the 80s in spain. Bronze and aluminum structure taking the shape of a puzzle piece. ...

Bottle opener around 1950s Original condition

I Bizantini represents an exclusive assortment of artisan handblown Murano glass drinking vessels and high-end tumblers reflecting the timeless, historic spirit of Venice. The series...

Hand-thrown by a local potter in the rustic countryside of southern France, this authentic 19th-century terracotta water jug—traditionally known as a gargoulette—dates from circa 18...

Eye-catching XXL Round Murano Glass Centerpiece Bowl, Italy 1960 ___________________________________________________________________________ Extra Large ( 4,7 kg ) Murano Sommerso Ro...

Antique multi-colored art glass perfume bottle featuring a striking combination of colors and elegant craftsmanship. The bottle displays a warm honey-amber center accented by a cobal...

Luxury at its finest, set of 18 high-end glasses in deep rich blue crystal by Baccarat. The pure and clean bowl contrast with an angular and tactile stem. This union results in a bea...

Superb articulated fish designed and produced in Mexico during the 1980's. This artisanal bottle opener, crafted with abalone mother-of-pearl, is a true work of art. A beautiful item...

Charming French ceramic two-handled cup created by Robert Picault in Vallauris, South of France, circa 1960. This distinctive piece features the celebrated ceramicist’s instantly rec...

1960s Gorgeous green ashtray or catchall by Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano sommerso glass. Made in Italy. So rare to find it in this color. The item is in excellent condition witho...

This Meissen porcelain Tea service features the classic "Blue Flower with Gold Grasses" (Blaue Blume mit Goldgräsern) pattern on a white body with delicate gilt rims and floral ...

I Bizantini represents an assortment of artisan handblown Murano glass drinking vessels and tumblers reflecting the historic spirit of Venice. The series draws inspiration from the m...

French aqua turquoise Majolica strawberry rectangular cake platter signed Sarreguemines Majolica, circa 1870.

Large green glass cat-shaped decanter made by Empoli (Italy); a vintage Italian design piece from the 1960s. These decanters come in various animal shapes and colors and are highly ...

This dining/lunch set by Carl Cohr was manufactured and designed in Denmark during the 1960s. The set consists of 10 dinner/lunch knives, 10 dinner/lunch forks, 10 dinner/lunch spoon...

A beautiful and highly collectible Art Nouveau porcelain tea service by Spode Copeland's England, featuring the elegant "Blue Lily" / "Fleur de Lys" pattern. Dating from the early 20...

A beautiful vintage and authentic minimalist standing ashtray / smoking stand from the 1950s, designed and crafted by Werkstätte Carl Auböck in Vienna, Austria. This sculptural piece...

An elegant Art Deco era ice bucket crafted from silver-plated metal, featuring two spherical turned-wood handles. Its sleek design—characterized by geometric lines and a gently taper...

Luxury at its finest, set of 24 high-end drink glasses in clear crystal and 1 decanter by Baccarat. The Massena glassware showcases Baccarat’s meticulous craftsmanship. Deep orgue b...

I Bizantini is a curated collection of hand-opened Murano glass tumblers that pays homage to the historic soul of Venice. The collection takes its name from the magnificent, layered...

It is handcrafted in Germany, featuring a vibrant teal glaze with intricate embossed details, showcasing a delicate Lily of the Valley and Forget-Me-Not floral design. Majolica Schra...

Midcentury amazing rectangular serving tray or centerpiece in lucite faux tortoiseshell effect and chrome in the style of Christian Dior Home. Made in Italy in the 1970s. It's ...

Bottle opener by Richard rohac around 1950s ( marked on Bottom ) Original condition

Molded glass ashtray attributed to Le Corbusier for Saint-Gobain, made in France in the 1930s. This iconic modernist piece features a clean, geometric form combined with the organic...

An extensive Meissen porcelain dinner service, from the 1860s. The set features hand-painted "Deutsche Blumen" (German flowers) and insects on "Neu Brandenstein" blanks, characteriz...

Classic early 1970s nutcracker in the playful form of elegant lady legs, a whimsical piece of vintage barware that blends humor, design, and function. Crafted with a sculptural silho...

I Bizantini represents an exclusive assortment of artisan handblown Murano glass drinking vessels and high-end tumblers reflecting the historic, eternal spirit of Venice. The series draws inspiration from the patterns found in historic Byzantine mosaics—incorporating an ancient aesthetic into a modern form. Each piece offers a distinct exploration of texture, highlighted by an asymmetrical placement of colored glass accent. Produced by the talented young maestro Dario Frare...

Eye-catching hand blown Murano Sommerso pink and opalescent white glass flower bowl with folded rim. Design Attributed to Archimede Seguso for the Seguso Factory. Italy, 1950s. This ...

This rare French mid-century ceramic snail set by Marius Giuge, produced in Vallauris during the 1960s, is a charming and highly collectible example of postwar French tableware. The ...

Large Art Deco glass bowl from the 1930s, produced by the "Le Verre Français" manufactory. The acid-etched glass bowl rests on a wrought-iron stand (likely a later addition). The des...

This impressive French copper stock pot dates from the 19th-century and reflects the exceptional craftsmanship associated with traditional French culinary copperware. Constructed fro...

Wooden pastry stand with glass dome by Zara Home, discontinued model, France, 20th century. This elegant display piece combines a natural wood stand with a clear, hand-blown glass d...

Beautiful purple and pink sommerso ashtray or pocket emptier designed and manufactured by flavio poli for seguso in murano in the 1970s. Handcrafted glass using the sommerso techniqu...

Large marquetry wooden tray in the French provincial style, France, 1950s. This elegant rectangular wooden serving tray features a central marquetry design inspired by traditional F...