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Gucci Sterling Silver Baby Cup (A)
Gucci Sterling Silver Baby Cup (A)

Gucci Sterling Silver Baby Cup (A)

By Gucci

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage Gucci sterling silver baby cup. No monogram From the Tom Ford Era at Gucci, circa 1990's, this baby cup is engraved with "GUCCI BABY" and features a simple and classic wave...

Category

20th Century Silver Bowls

Materials

Sterling Silver

An HallMarked Gucci 1980s Silver Plated Barware Rabbit Head Stirrup Cup
An HallMarked Gucci 1980s Silver Plated Barware Rabbit Head Stirrup Cup

An HallMarked Gucci 1980s Silver Plated Barware Rabbit Head Stirrup Cup

By Gucci

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This hallmarked Gucci stirrup cup from the 1980s is a luxurious piece of silver-plated barware that combines functionality with equestrian-themed elegance.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

GUCCI Tom Ford 2001 Vintage grey nude mesh 3D cut cup fashion bra M
GUCCI Tom Ford 2001 Vintage grey nude mesh 3D cut cup fashion bra M

GUCCI Tom Ford 2001 Vintage grey nude mesh 3D cut cup fashion bra M

By Tom Ford, Gucci

Located in Hong Kong, NT

GUCCI Tom Ford 2001 Vintage grey nude mesh 3D cut cup fashion bra M Reference: PYCN/A00081 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Collection: SS 2001 Material: Polyamide, Blend Color: Grey,...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bras

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Authentic Vintage Gucci boar head silver stirrup cup
Authentic Vintage Gucci boar head silver stirrup cup

Authentic Vintage Gucci boar head silver stirrup cup

By Gucci

Located in Malibu, CA

🖤 Collectors Dream 🖤 Authentic Vintage Gucci boar head silver stirrup cup. Circa 1970’s this stunning cup is made of pewter and brass and features a sculptured boar.

Category

1970s Decorative Objects

Gucci Vintage Ice Bucket with 6 Cups
Gucci Vintage Ice Bucket with 6 Cups

Gucci Vintage Ice Bucket with 6 Cups

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H 6 in W 14 in D 5.75 in

Gucci Vintage Ice Bucket with 6 Cups

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gucci vintage Ice bucket with 6 cups.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Baby Cup by Gucci
Vintage Sterling Silver Baby Cup by Gucci

Vintage Sterling Silver Baby Cup by Gucci

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H 3 in W 2.5 in D 1.75 in

Vintage Sterling Silver Baby Cup by Gucci

By Gucci

Located in Palm Desert, CA

From the Tom Ford era at Gucci, this sterling silver cup is engraved "Gucci baby". Stamped "Gucci Made in Italy 925" on the bottom. Comes with original box and felt bag.

Category

1990s Italian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gucci Vintage Silver Metal Horse Heads Cup, Italy, 1970s
Gucci Vintage Silver Metal Horse Heads Cup, Italy, 1970s

Gucci Vintage Silver Metal Horse Heads Cup, Italy, 1970s

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gucci vintage silver metal horse heads cup, Italy, 1970s Marked GUCCI ITALY.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Metal, Silver

Gucci Vintage Silver Plated Metal Set of 2 Horse Head Cup
Gucci Vintage Silver Plated Metal Set of 2 Horse Head Cup

Gucci Vintage Silver Plated Metal Set of 2 Horse Head Cup

By Gucci

Located in Rome, Rome

Set of 2 vintage Gucci horse's head cup from the 70s. Silver plated cup and pewter head.

Category

20th Century Italian For The Table

Delightful set of Vintage Gucci Goblets Stirrup Cups  *  Free Worldwide Delivery
Delightful set of Vintage Gucci Goblets Stirrup Cups  *  Free Worldwide Delivery

Delightful set of Vintage Gucci Goblets Stirrup Cups * Free Worldwide Delivery

By Gucci

Located in Portlaoise, IE

A wonderful decorative set of six stirrup cups or goblets by the world famous Gucci design house. Created circa 1970 this set depicts six different animals a deer, a boar, a horse, a...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Pitchers

Materials

Metal

Pair of Vintage Porcelain Gucci Mythological Cups and Saucers/ Tea for two..
Pair of Vintage Porcelain Gucci Mythological Cups and Saucers/ Tea for two..

Pair of Vintage Porcelain Gucci Mythological Cups and Saucers/ Tea for two..

By Gucci

Located in North Miami, FL

It is marked on the bottom Gucci made in Italy. and it is vintage. In recap... set of two saucers and 2 cups...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Classical Greek Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

GUCCI Silver Plated Animal Stirrup Cups Signed Italy, 1970s
GUCCI Silver Plated Animal Stirrup Cups Signed Italy, 1970s

GUCCI Silver Plated Animal Stirrup Cups Signed Italy, 1970s

By Gucci

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Gucci silver plated animal stirrup cups signed Italy vintage circa 1970s.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Georgian Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

An HallMarked Gucci 1980s Silver Plated Barware Stag's Head Stirrup Cup
An HallMarked Gucci 1980s Silver Plated Barware Stag's Head Stirrup Cup

An HallMarked Gucci 1980s Silver Plated Barware Stag's Head Stirrup Cup

By Gucci

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This hallmarked Gucci stirrup cup from the 1980s is a luxurious piece of silver-plated barware that combines functionality with equestrian-themed elegance.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

GUCCI Tom Ford 2001 Vintage grey nude mesh 3D cut cup fashion bra M
GUCCI Tom Ford 2001 Vintage grey nude mesh 3D cut cup fashion bra M

GUCCI Tom Ford 2001 Vintage grey nude mesh 3D cut cup fashion bra M

By Tom Ford, Gucci

Located in Hong Kong, NT

GUCCI Tom Ford 2001 Vintage grey nude mesh 3D cut cup fashion bra M Reference: PYCN/A00081 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Collection: SS 2001 Material: Polyamide, Blend Color: Grey,...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bustiers

Set of 4 Vintage Gucci Cup Holder 1970s
Set of 4 Vintage Gucci Cup Holder 1970s

Set of 4 Vintage Gucci Cup Holder 1970s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A set of 4 vintage Gucci cup holders from the 1970s consists of stylish, branded holders designed by Gucci during that era, likely featuring iconic Gucci motifs and crafted from high...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Other Barware

Materials

Chrome

Gucci Vintage Porcelain Toothbrush Mug Richard Ginori 1970s
Gucci Vintage Porcelain Toothbrush Mug Richard Ginori 1970s

Gucci Vintage Porcelain Toothbrush Mug Richard Ginori 1970s

By Richard Ginori, Gucci

Located in Munich, DE

Gucci Vintage porcelain mug or tea cup in hand painted floral design.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage 1970s Gucci GG Pencil Cup Holder
Vintage 1970s Gucci GG Pencil Cup Holder

Vintage 1970s Gucci GG Pencil Cup Holder

By Gucci

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage 1970s Gucci pencil cup holder with gold GG logo canvas and brown leather trim.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Leather, Canvas

Vintage Gucci Sterling Silver Baby Cup (B)
Vintage Gucci Sterling Silver Baby Cup (B)

Vintage Gucci Sterling Silver Baby Cup (B)

By Gucci

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage Gucci sterling silver baby cup. No monogram From the Tom Ford Era at Gucci, circa 1990's, this baby cup is engraved with "GUCCI BABY" and features a simple and classic wave...

Category

20th Century Silver Bowls

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Gucci Sterling Silver Baby Cup (C)
Vintage Gucci Sterling Silver Baby Cup (C)

Vintage Gucci Sterling Silver Baby Cup (C)

By Gucci

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage Gucci sterling silver baby cup. No monogram From the Tom Ford Era at Gucci, circa 1990's, this baby cup is engraved with "GUCCI BABY" and features a simple and classic wave...

Category

20th Century Silver Bowls

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gucci Silver Horse Stirrup Cup
Gucci Silver Horse Stirrup Cup

Gucci Silver Horse Stirrup Cup

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H 6 in Dm 3.07 in

Gucci Silver Horse Stirrup Cup

By Gucci

Located in New York, NY

Gucci silver horse stirrup cup. Vintage Italian silverplate horse head stirrup cup with gold wash to interior of cup with stamps for Gucci and Italy, and with “Victory” engraved in I...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Gucci Vintage Brown Suede and Leather Pen Cup Holder
Gucci Vintage Brown Suede and Leather Pen Cup Holder

Gucci Vintage Brown Suede and Leather Pen Cup Holder

By Gucci

Located in Rome, Rome

Vintage Gucci pen holder covered in brown leather and suede. GG logo in golden metal on the base. The upper part is rotatable. 'Made in Italy by Gucci' embossed on the bottom. Detai...

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20th Century Italian For The Desk

Vintage Silver Plated Cup with Horse Head from Gucci, 1970s
Vintage Silver Plated Cup with Horse Head from Gucci, 1970s

Vintage Silver Plated Cup with Horse Head from Gucci, 1970s

By Gucci

Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE

A must have for all horse lovers. Outstanding Vintage Silver Plated Cup with Horse Head from Gucci from the 1970s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Gucci Vintage Silver Metal Thermos Flask Cups Travel Picnic Set
Gucci Vintage Silver Metal Thermos Flask Cups Travel Picnic Set

Gucci Vintage Silver Metal Thermos Flask Cups Travel Picnic Set

By Gucci

Located in Rome, Rome

Rare vintage travel picnic set signed Gucci consisting of 2 Thermos bottle, 3 cups, 1 glass bottle and 2 shot glasses.

Category

20th Century Italian Decorative Objects

Gucci 70s Silver Stirrup Cups Dog Elk
Gucci 70s Silver Stirrup Cups Dog Elk

Gucci 70s Silver Stirrup Cups Dog Elk

By Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Gucci 70 s vintage collectible pair of silver plated stirrups cups.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Curiosities

Gucci Barware Set Goblets 6pc Cocktail Set Twisted Rope Cups Vintage 70s
Gucci Barware Set Goblets 6pc Cocktail Set Twisted Rope Cups Vintage 70s

Gucci Barware Set Goblets 6pc Cocktail Set Twisted Rope Cups Vintage 70s

By Gucci

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

This set of 6 silver goblets was made by Gucci, most likely in the early 1970s. Each goblet features a chunky equestrian rope stem and measures appx 5.25in H x 3in D. Perfect for e...

Category

1970s Italian Barware

Italian Hallmarked Gucci Silver-Plate Stirrup Cups 1970s
Italian Hallmarked Gucci Silver-Plate Stirrup Cups 1970s

Italian Hallmarked Gucci Silver-Plate Stirrup Cups 1970s

By Gucci

Located in Munich, DE

Set of three vintage Gucci silver plate stirrup cups have two ways and are in the design of a dog, deer and a fox.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Midcentury Figural Silver Plate Wolf Head Jigger Barware Stirrup Cup
Midcentury Figural Silver Plate Wolf Head Jigger Barware Stirrup Cup

Midcentury Figural Silver Plate Wolf Head Jigger Barware Stirrup Cup

Located in Roma, IT

A midcentury Stirrup Drinking Cup with animal shape as for the well-known production of the Italian brand Gucci.

Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Authentic Vintage Gucci fox head silver stirrup cup
Authentic Vintage Gucci fox head silver stirrup cup

Authentic Vintage Gucci fox head silver stirrup cup

By Gucci

Located in Malibu, CA

🖤 Collectors Dream 🖤 Authentic Vintage Gucci fox head silver stirrup cup. Circa 1970’s this stunning cup is made of pewter and brass and features a sculptured fox.

Category

1970s Decorative Objects

Vintage Gucci Bamboo and Leather and Gold Gilt Desk Accessory Pen Holder Cup
Vintage Gucci Bamboo and Leather and Gold Gilt Desk Accessory Pen Holder Cup

Vintage Gucci Bamboo and Leather and Gold Gilt Desk Accessory Pen Holder Cup

By Gucci

Located in Atlanta, GA

A vintage Gucci desk accessory made from bamboo and leather with the gold gilt Gucci signature on the bottom.

Category

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

Materials

Leather, Bamboo

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By Gucci

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Located in Suffolk, GB

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By Prada

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Gucci Vintage Cup For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal gucci vintage cup for your home. A gucci vintage cup — often made from metal, silver and animal skin — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the gucci vintage cup you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each gucci vintage cup bearing Modern, Georgian or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. Gucci each produced at least one beautiful gucci vintage cup that is worth considering.

How Much is a Gucci Vintage Cup?

A gucci vintage cup can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $548, while the lowest priced sells for $150 and the highest can go for as much as $2,900.

Gucci for sale on 1stDibs

Long before trend-bucking creative director Alessandro Michele brought his hallucinatory “Utopian Fantasy” campaign to Gucci, it was a modest Italian leather shop. Today, it’s an internationally renowned luxury house with an iconic logo, and vintage Gucci clothing, handbags and shoes are among high fashion's most covetable goods.

Guccio Gucci (1881–1953) admired the stylish suitcases he saw wealthy guests arrive with at the Savoy Hotel in London, where he worked as a bellhop. So, in 1921, after a stint at Franzi, a luggage company in his hometown of Florence, he opened a leather goods shop of his own.

At first, Gucci’s Florence business specialized in equestrian accessories. But as its reputation flourished, particularly among the English aristocracy, so too did its footprint. In 1938, he brought three of his sons — Aldo, Vasco and Rodolfo — into the business and expanded it to Rome and later Milan. In the mid-1930s, a League of Nations embargo against Italy pushed Gucci to experiment with alternatives to imported leather. Its woven hemp fabric from Naples, adorned with the brand’s signature diamond print, was a hit, especially among A-list celebrities. The material was first used on suitcases before finding enduring popularity on handbags. (No list of revered designer purses would be complete without Gucci.)

In the 1950s, Elizabeth Taylor carried one of Gucci’s bamboo-handled tote bags, another adaptation to material rationing. After Jackie Kennedy was seen sporting a slouchy Gucci tote in 1961, it was renamed for the First Lady. Then Grace Kelly, on a visit to the boutique in Milan, inspired Rodolfo Gucci to work with Italian illustrator and Gucci textile designer Vittorio Accornero on the Flora print in 1966. Taking cues from Sandro Botticelli’s Primavera, with its pattern of flora and insects, it was painted entirely by hand and featured no fewer than 37 colors.

In 1953, just 15 days after opening his first store on New York’s 5th Avenue, Guccio passed away at 72. The early 1970s saw store openings in Tokyo and Hong Kong, but by the late 1980s, Gucci was floundering. Rodolfo Gucci took charge in 1982, but family drama and lawsuits ensued. In 1993, Rodolfo’s son, Maurizio, transferred his shares in the company to Investcorp, ending the family’s involvement in Gucci. Dawn Mello, then-president of Bergdorf Goodman, joined as creative director in 1989. But it was Tom Ford, who took over as creative director in 1994, who ultimately revived the brand.

Ford’s racy ads, shot by photographers such as Mario Testino, stirred controversy. And his potent vision of sexed-up femininity — with “jewel-toned satin shirts unbuttoned to there,” as Vogue described his breakthrough 1995 runway show — was wildly successful. The new millennium brought new ownership — Pinault Printemps Redoute in 2004 — and a more toned-down vision from Frida Giannini, who became sole creative director in 2006. Alessandro Michele was named creative director in 2015, and the storied brand took a giant leap forward.

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