Illinois - Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Antique Chinese Martaban Jars are made from thick heavy stoneware and functioned as storage containers and were used during the Ming dynasty. Chinese, Thai, Burmese, and Cambodian items were transported throughout southeast Asia in these large Martaban Jars that were typically produced near port towns. They were usually covered in black, brown, or amber glazes and displayed various decorations. You might find provisions such as oil, wine and fruits being transported in these large Chinese Pots...

Unique ceramic flowers adorn the Italian porcelain cow soup tureen Would look so great in any kitchen table or shelf Probably made in 1970 s in great...

May medium glasses, set of two A pair of Czech contemporary handcrafted glasses perfect for everyday use. The May collection is inspired by the lightness of the early summer mo...

This antique Persian water kettle is shaped from silver-plated brass and was once used to boil water for tea and other hot drinks. The body is decorated with repoussé and chased desi...

Frank Lloyd Wright Imperial Hotel Dinnerware, Tokyo — Designed c. 1922 Porcelain Set of 64 Noritake for the Frank Lloyd Wright Coll...

This 19th-century serving tray exemplifies Qing-dynasty refinement with simplicity of form and an emphasis on natural materials. Crafted from a tightly-grained hardwood, the elegant ...

This handmade ceramic pitcher and cups set has classically simple forms. The glaze treatment is wonderfully irregular, embracing the spontaneity of the process. The darker glaze on t...

May champagne flute glasses, set of two A pair of Czech contemporary glass handcrafted is the perfect modern champagne glass. The May collection i...

Pair of "Sandpiper" bird cruets designed by renowned Japanese ceramicist Kenji Fujita in collaboration with Lagardo Tackett Associates for the Freeman-Lede...

Not all antique Italian glazed Olive Oil Jars or Vases are created equal and this particular Olive Oil jar’s colors are simply beyond spectacular. Dating from the late 1800’s and discovered in a field in the south of Italy by an old friend. Most people refer to these as amphora jars, beginning in the Neolithic Period and running from approximately 9000BC to 3500BC. Generally, Amphorae were used in large numbers to transport Olive Oil and Wine. The design trade and most antique dealers simply call these vessels or Olive Oil Jars. For us, we look at the Olive Oil Jars as pieces of sculpture and they are as good looking outdoors as they are in your home. The color palette and the sheen of the glaze they are simply magical and create a truly great focal point. When we started in the antique business...

A 1950s ceramic pitcher by French ceramist Robert Picault, handmade in Vallauris—the picturesque seaside village in the South of France renowned for its pottery. The bulb-shaped form...

A fantastic 19th century American carved walnut tray with sloped sides, and a wonderful patina only one hundred years of age can bestow. Perfect for use on your dining table, holding...

Tea drinking has been an integral part of Chinese culture for centuries, resulting in a wide range of social customs and material traditions. In addition to tea leaves, water, and heat, the art of drinking tea (chayi) calls for a variety of teaware and utensils - both practical and decorative. This rounded teapot...

Carl Auböck II French Horn Bottled Opener, 1950 model 4567, Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria Impressed manufacturer's mark to underside of French horn 'Made in Austria’ Solid Brass wi...

An incredible large silver-plate food dome with a beautiful, simple decorative edge detail. Large enough to fit your Thanksgiving turkey, holiday ...

This early 20th-century English Arts & Crafts copper vessel leans closer to object than accessory—its surface relentlessly stamped in a crocodile pattern that feels almost confro...

A chic and modern-in-spirit early 20th century Japanese hand-carved wooden tray of rectangular form raised on two runners, and with a circular convex bowl in the center. There are several knife marks on one side making us believe that this was used in the kitchen. Today its perfect for catching your keys, pocket change...

Made from high-quality crystal glass, these Luminarc wine glasses made in France feature a unique ribbed, beehive-style green stem paired with a clear bowl, offering both elegance an...

A mixture of finely powdered tobacco, herbs, and spices, snuff was introduced to China in the 17th century by Western diplomats. Initially reserved for ranking members of Qing-dynasty society, the practice provided an opportunity to display one's refined aesthetic through collectible snuff bottles. This decorative snuff bottle has a simple ceramic form and a colorful finish of overglaze enamels atop white glaze. The bottle has an oval shape, with flattened sides and rounded edges. The shoulders are accented with a door knocker motif and the sides are painted with birds amid plum blossom...

Vintage 1950s sinuous porcelain coffee pot and creamer designed by Raymond Loewy for Rosenthal in Germany in rare taupe or crystalline color, which is an iridescent or lustre brown. ...

Georges Jouve c1910 - 1964 French ceramic artist coupe titled Banane, c1955. Signed with Jouve cypher. Grat crackle of the glaze. Signs of use. Wonderful green color. with excellent ...

Georges Jouve c1910 - 1964 French ceramic artist black glazed coupe vide poche or dish. Signed with Jouve cypher. Excellent condition, no ships or restorations. One of the most defin...

This lacquered serving tray is crafted with a hand-painted panel salvaged from a vintage Chinese cabinet. Selected for its charming folk art decoration, the found panel is painted wi...

A 1970s Italian cocktail set attributed to Aldo Tura, composed of a coordinating ice bucket, cocktail shaker, and carrier. Each piece is clad in rich green goatskin parchment, its la...

A set of eight (8) Lauren Ralph Lauren dessert / breakfast plates in the Pocket Watch (Black) pattern. This pattern is part of the Pocketwatch (2004) collection by Ralph Lauren Home...

Gwathmey & Siegel inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright designed this pattern. Custom blue five-piece dinner set in original boxes. Dinner plate, soup bowl, salad plate, cup and saucer. 6 s...

Bessho tall glass - set of two Just as the small town is known for the healing properties of its hot springs, so are the evenings we spend with good friends. The Bessho Collection...

Minimal and refined, this elegant marble riser is a sophisticated way to add dimension to a tabletop display. Shaped from a single block of black marble, the low pedestal is carved w...

Simple lines, a modest form and a layer of hand-brushed lacquer give this petite wooden tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. Rich with character, the square tray ...

A wonderful set of ten mid-20th century English Stuart crystal wine glasses with wheel and panel cut design including thumbprint impression...

Lovely midcentury dinner service designed by Raymond Loewy for Rosenthal (Germany). Fine porcelain that has a lovely irridencent blue band that is outlined by gold (gilded) bands. ...

A exceptionally rare and exquisite Beilby enamelled opaque-twist wine glass circa 1765. The generous ogee bowl enamelled in the finest white with a peacock and a peahen, each perched...

A fine Fulvio Bianconi for Venini A Fasce Orizzontali bottle vase with stopper documented to model 4581. Handmade of the venetian island of murano out of the finest italian art glass...

A monumental Italian art glass decanter, ewer, cruet, vase or bottle with stopper in a rich ruby red color attributed to Empoli. Hand blown of the finest art glass in a classic mid c...

These ceramic tile and walnut bookends were designed and made by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios. The rectangular forms are softened by the loose brush strokes in the glaz...

Black Murano cased glass vase with a white glass rolled lip and white controlled bubble pattern.

A beautiful vintage Mexican terracotta bowl with two handles, a ruffled lip, two large drip glazed splotches inside. The exterior is unglazed. Perfect f...

Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal gourd form vase in porcelain with studded and oval relief. Hand painted in gold leaf is a playful character prancing among the pumpkins; a childlike desi...

By the 18th century, opium use had become as central to Chinese social life as taking tea or smoking tobacco, fostering a subculture rich with its own customs, traditions, and exquis...

Some objects exist purely to solve a problem. Others solve it with style. This English cast brass bottle opener belongs firmly in the second category. Shaped like a wishbone—an age-...

ROBERT CHAPMAN TURNER (AMERICAN, 1913-2005 STUDIO ART POTTERY STONEWARE VASE, cylindrical form with sharply tapered foot, having light greyish blue glaze. Marks to underside include ...

This woven tray basket was originally used for harvesting grains or as a kitchen vessel for food prep and storage. Despite its humble origin, the basket exhibits remarkable workmansh...

This vintage hand-painted Royal Delft porcelain, made in Holland, is a coved fish herring fish platter or serving dish. Since 1879, each hand-p...

René Lalique Deux Figurines Menu Holders - Set of 8 Each menu holder measures: 2.25 wide x 2 deep x 2.25 inches high Excellent Vintage Condition. We ta...

May champagne coupe glasses, set of two A pair of Czech contemporary glass handcrafted is the perfect modern champagne glass. The May Collec...

This exquisite late 20th-century Portuguese ceramic cabbage platter, once a prized offering at the now-defunct but highly esteemed Bonwit Teller depart...

A striking Gio Ponti and Paolo Venini for Venini tall “A Canne” striped bottle or decanter with matching stopper. 18” tall. Created in the Venini workshop in Murano Italy, an island ...

Lalique French Femmes Crystal Set of Decanter and Tumbler Glasses The decanter measures: 5.5 wide x 4.25 deep x 9.5 inches high Each glass measures: 3.5 wide x 3.5 deep x 4 inches h...

Monumental David Cressey Phoenix-1 for Architectural Pottery Planter in unglazed stoneware Unglazed with clean factory drill hole (pitchered)

Carl Auböck II Teapot, model 3879 Austria 1950's Handcrafted in Austria during the 1950s for Werkstätte Carl Auböck. This exquisite piece combines form and function, showcasing a uni...

Flight tumbler glass - Set of 2 The Flight tumblers from fferrone are glassware essentials that are great for serving water, soft drinks, and juice as well as serving cocktails and alcoholic drinks. A collection fully in character with fferrone design...

Simple lines, a modest form and a layer of hand-brushed lacquer give this petite Qing-dynasty tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. The original black lacquer fini...

A monumental-scale mid-20th century American studio hand-thrown glazed ceramic bowl with fantastic texture and earthy neutral glaze colors. Signed illegibly on the bottom.

Glazed terra cotta abstract modern sculpture by Tomiya Matsuda. Brown, green and cinnabar glaze over a layered terra cotta curved and footed form ...

Martaban jars are basic stoneware storage containers or pots used during the Ming dynasty. Thai, Chinese, Burmese, and Cambodian goods were shipped throughout southeast Asia in these...

Vintage Ceramic Green Amphora Shaped Vase with Removable Lid Add elegance to your home with this charming amphora shaped vase. Painted with a rustic bright green glaze, this piece i...

Flight Champagne flute, set of 2 The Flight champagne flutes are perfect for casual dinners at home or hosting events and serving champagne cocktails. Every occasion is perfect for sipping champagne, prosecco or your favorite bubbly in style. A collection fully in character with f f e r r o n e design aesthetics and inspired by the architecture of her hometown of Chicago, the Flight collection was inspired by the towers of Marina City...

A wonderfully charming late-19th century English Victorian lazy-suzan with the top being constructed of one piece of mahogany and resting on a turned mahogany base.

Industrial Style French Kitchen Table. Custom made in any dimension, Stainless Steel and solid Bronze Kitchen Island or Worktable, with rift-cut ...

This antique Chinese merchant's tray from the early 20th century charms with an asymmetrical form and well-loved, wabi-sabi patina. The square box base is crafted of pinewood boards ...