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Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer. 

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Small Italian Florentine Wood Painted Vanity Trinket Tray, Birds and Gold Leaves
Small Italian Florentine Wood Painted Vanity Trinket Tray, Birds and Gold Leaves

Small Italian Florentine Wood Painted Vanity Trinket Tray, Birds and Gold Leaves

$135

Small Italian Florentine Wood Painted Vanity Trinket Tray, Birds and Gold Leaves

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Charming Florentine paper mache tray featuring green birds and gold leaves from the 1960’s. These highly collectable pieces are both form and function. These look wonderful sitting a...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

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Wood, Paper

Mid-Century Modern Era Italian Silver Individual Au Jus Sauce Boats, Set of Six
Mid-Century Modern Era Italian Silver Individual Au Jus Sauce Boats, Set of Six

Mid-Century Modern Era Italian Silver Individual Au Jus Sauce Boats, Set of Six

$345 / set

Mid-Century Modern Era Italian Silver Individual Au Jus Sauce Boats, Set of Six

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A set of six Mid-Century Era individual mini sauce or dressing boats, Alpacca Nickel Silver, Italy, circa 1960s. Each small boat has a loop handle, a spout, and sits on three ball f...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

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Silver

Oval Wooden Tray, France, 1970s
Oval Wooden Tray, France, 1970s

Oval Wooden Tray, France, 1970s

$531

Oval Wooden Tray, France, 1970s

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

An elegant wooden serving tray featuring stunning burl wood veneer; the rich, nuanced grain patterns create a particularly refined decorative effect. Its slightly raised rim ensures ...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood

Fiber tray, beautiful rectangular plant decoration, France, 1970
Fiber tray, beautiful rectangular plant decoration, France, 1970

Fiber tray, beautiful rectangular plant decoration, France, 1970

$319

Fiber tray, beautiful rectangular plant decoration, France, 1970

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Elegant rectangular tray made of decorative fiber dating from the 1970s. It is distinguished by its superb botanical motif with large leaves in shades of brown and green, punctuated ...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

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Natural Fiber

Arabia Finland "Origami" Divided Serving Plate by Kaj Franck
Arabia Finland "Origami" Divided Serving Plate by Kaj Franck

Arabia Finland "Origami" Divided Serving Plate by Kaj Franck

$118

Arabia Finland "Origami" Divided Serving Plate by Kaj Franck

By Arabia of Finland

Located in Fairfield, CA

A mid century modern divided ceramic serving dish. From the "Origami" line designed by Kaj Franck for Arabia, Finland. Great minimalist geometric design finished in a glossy white gl...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Dior Rectangular Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite Serving Tray, Italy 1970s
Dior Rectangular Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite Serving Tray, Italy 1970s

Dior Rectangular Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite Serving Tray, Italy 1970s

$968

Dior Rectangular Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite Serving Tray, Italy 1970s

By Dior Home

Located in Roma, IT

Marvelous Mid-Century serving tray fully made of vibrant tortoiseshell Lucite with a chrome frame. This incredibly elegant piece was designed by Dior Home and produced in Italy durin...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Chrome

Rosolio Italia 1950 in Solid Tanzanian Green Onyx: Glass Tray and Bottle
Rosolio Italia 1950 in Solid Tanzanian Green Onyx: Glass Tray and Bottle

Rosolio Italia 1950 in Solid Tanzanian Green Onyx: Glass Tray and Bottle

$779 / set

Rosolio Italia 1950 in Solid Tanzanian Green Onyx: Glass Tray and Bottle

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Tray with Glasses and a Rosolio Bottle, Made of Solid Green Onyx from Tanzania, Italy, 1950.

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

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Onyx

Paul Fouillen Mid-Century Ceramic Fish Dinner Set, Quimper, 1950s
Paul Fouillen Mid-Century Ceramic Fish Dinner Set, Quimper, 1950s

Paul Fouillen Mid-Century Ceramic Fish Dinner Set, Quimper, 1950s

$2,200

Paul Fouillen Mid-Century Ceramic Fish Dinner Set, Quimper, 1950s

By Paul Fouillen

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Mid-Century Ceramic Fish Dinner Set by Paul Fouillen, Quimper, 1950s. Rare and charming French mid-century ceramic fish dinner service by Paul Fouillen (1899–1958), produced ...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

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Ceramic

Large Stainless Steel Serving Tray With 24 Carat Gold Decoration Italy 1990s
Large Stainless Steel Serving Tray With 24 Carat Gold Decoration Italy 1990s

Large Stainless Steel Serving Tray With 24 Carat Gold Decoration Italy 1990s

$189

Large Stainless Steel Serving Tray With 24 Carat Gold Decoration Italy 1990s

By MGM Studios

Located in Palermo, IT

Serving tray in 18/10 stainless steel with 24-karat gold decoration. Gold mother-of-pearl handles. Made in Italy in the 90s. Has a Freddi Benito Giuseppe brandv. Please watch the vid...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

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Gold, Stainless Steel

Mid-century inlaid wood and butterfly-wing tray, Brazil, 1950s
Mid-century inlaid wood and butterfly-wing tray, Brazil, 1950s

Mid-century inlaid wood and butterfly-wing tray, Brazil, 1950s

$767

Mid-century inlaid wood and butterfly-wing tray, Brazil, 1950s

Located in Firenze, IT

Mid-century inlaid wood and butterfly-wing tray Brazilian factory, 1950s Blue Morpho & Caligo Butterfly Wings 48 x 30 cm Conditions: excellent consistent with age and use.

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1950s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

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Wood

Mathieu Matégot Enameled Metal Bowl, Gubi, Mid-Century Modern, France
Mathieu Matégot Enameled Metal Bowl, Gubi, Mid-Century Modern, France

Mathieu Matégot Enameled Metal Bowl, Gubi, Mid-Century Modern, France

$655 / item

Mathieu Matégot Enameled Metal Bowl, Gubi, Mid-Century Modern, France

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Enameled metal bowl designed by Mathieu Matégot, circa 1953. Reedition by Gubi. Mathieu Matégot designed his contemporary Matégot bowl in 1953. The characteristic appearance of th...

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2010s French Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Metal

French Faience Peonies Fish Platter Gien Circa 1950
French Faience Peonies Fish Platter Gien Circa 1950

French Faience Peonies Fish Platter Gien Circa 1950

$950

French Faience Peonies Fish Platter Gien Circa 1950

By Gien

Located in Austin, TX

French Faience Peonies Fish Platter Gien Circa 1950. 26.2 inches by 10.3 inches.

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Large Italian Florentine Gilt Wood Gold Tray
Large Italian Florentine Gilt Wood Gold Tray

Large Italian Florentine Gilt Wood Gold Tray

$145 / item

Large Italian Florentine Gilt Wood Gold Tray

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Stunning large wood Florentine trays from Italy. These highly collectable pieces are both form and function. These look wonderful sitting alone or in groupings on a coffee table. Fun...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Vintage Porcelain Nautical Tray Made in France
Vintage Porcelain Nautical Tray Made in France

Vintage Porcelain Nautical Tray Made in France

$225

Vintage Porcelain Nautical Tray Made in France

By Jean Paul Gaultier, Ralph Lauren, Jonathan Adler

Located in San Diego, CA

This vintage porcelain tray brings a playful yet polished sensibility to any setting, effortlessly balancing charm and sophistication. Crafted with a smooth, high-gloss finish, the p...

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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

1950s Vallauris Majolica Ceramic Large Leaf Platter / Centerpiece
1950s Vallauris Majolica Ceramic Large Leaf Platter / Centerpiece

1950s Vallauris Majolica Ceramic Large Leaf Platter / Centerpiece

$1,524

1950s Vallauris Majolica Ceramic Large Leaf Platter / Centerpiece

By Vallauris

Located in Barcelona, ES

Eye-catching large leaf flower glazed ceramic platter, serving tray or centerpiece manufactured by Vallauris. France, 1950-1960s. Interesting to be used as decorative centerpiece, fr...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery

Vintage Blue Decorative Wood Plate, Italy, 1960s
Vintage Blue Decorative Wood Plate, Italy, 1960s

Vintage Blue Decorative Wood Plate, Italy, 1960s

$106

Vintage Blue Decorative Wood Plate, Italy, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Decorative wood plate from Italy. The plate is hand painted. Plate is in very good vintage condition, no damage or cracks in the frame. Original wood...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Porcelain Oyster Plate Bauscher, Germany
Mid-Century Modern Porcelain Oyster Plate Bauscher, Germany

Mid-Century Modern Porcelain Oyster Plate Bauscher, Germany

$160

Mid-Century Modern Porcelain Oyster Plate Bauscher, Germany

By Bauscher Weiden

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This beautiful oyster plate features 6 wells for oysters and one for the sauce or lemon. It is marked at the back with manufactory sign. Nice addition to your table or just to displa...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Orange Decorative Wood Plate, Italy, 1960s
Vintage Orange Decorative Wood Plate, Italy, 1960s

Vintage Orange Decorative Wood Plate, Italy, 1960s

$70

Vintage Orange Decorative Wood Plate, Italy, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Decorative wood orange plate from Italy. The plate is hand painted. Plate is in good vintage condition. Original wood. Beautiful piece for every interior!...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Set of Five French Majolica Ceramic Snail Plates and Serving Platter
Set of Five French Majolica Ceramic Snail Plates and Serving Platter

Set of Five French Majolica Ceramic Snail Plates and Serving Platter

$2,457Sale Price / set|20% Off

Set of Five French Majolica Ceramic Snail Plates and Serving Platter

Located in Barcelona, ES

Serving set Snails design, Majolica, Glazed Ceramic, France, 1960s. One of a kind escargot cocktail appetizer serving set: comprised of 5 Majolica ceramic snail...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Majolica, Pottery, Ceramic

AMBOSS Flatware by Carl Aubock Mid Century Modern Austria
AMBOSS Flatware by Carl Aubock Mid Century Modern Austria

AMBOSS Flatware by Carl Aubock Mid Century Modern Austria

$1,950

AMBOSS Flatware by Carl Aubock Mid Century Modern Austria

By Amboss Austria, Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a flatware set by AMBOSS designed by Carl Aubock .Mid Century Modern Austria. Dimensions: Knive 8.38 , Spoon 7.75,  Fork 7.75, Small spoon 5.88, Small f...

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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

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Stainless Steel

1960s Majolica Glazed Ceramic Cabbage Serving Set, Platter and Six Bowls
1960s Majolica Glazed Ceramic Cabbage Serving Set, Platter and Six Bowls

1960s Majolica Glazed Ceramic Cabbage Serving Set, Platter and Six Bowls

$1,654 / set

1960s Majolica Glazed Ceramic Cabbage Serving Set, Platter and Six Bowls

Located in Barcelona, ES

Salad or Fruit serving set cabbage design. Portugal, 1960s. One of a kind set of 6 Majolica ceramic cabbage leaf dishes and a large cabbage centerpiece bowl. Very realistic design in...

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Mid-20th Century Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Majolica, Pottery, Ceramic

Dior Rectangular Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Brass Serving Tray, Italy 1970s
Dior Rectangular Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Brass Serving Tray, Italy 1970s

Dior Rectangular Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Brass Serving Tray, Italy 1970s

$1,157

Dior Rectangular Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Brass Serving Tray, Italy 1970s

By Dior Home

Located in Roma, IT

Spectacular midcentury serving tray in an incredibly charming tortoiseshell effect lucite and brass. This incredibly stylish piece was designed by Dior Home and produced in Italy dur...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Florentine Gilt Brown Gold Rectangular Tray
Vintage Italian Florentine Gilt Brown Gold Rectangular Tray

Vintage Italian Florentine Gilt Brown Gold Rectangular Tray

$135

Vintage Italian Florentine Gilt Brown Gold Rectangular Tray

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Charming small wooden Florentine tray from the 1960’s. These highly collectable pieces are both form and function. These look wonderful sitting alone or in groupings on a coffee tabl...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Dansk Designs Blue Enamelware Casserole Pot with Trivet Top IHQ France
Dansk Designs Blue Enamelware Casserole Pot with Trivet Top IHQ France

Dansk Designs Blue Enamelware Casserole Pot with Trivet Top IHQ France

$250

Dansk Designs Blue Enamelware Casserole Pot with Trivet Top IHQ France

By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Dansk Designs blue enamelware Kobenstyle casserole pot and cover lid with trivet top IHQ France Designed by Jens Herald Quistgaard made in France, Kobenstyle Line introduced in 1956...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Midcentury Ceramic Fish Plates Wall Composition / Wall Decoration
Midcentury Ceramic Fish Plates Wall Composition / Wall Decoration

Midcentury Ceramic Fish Plates Wall Composition / Wall Decoration

$6,379 / set

Midcentury Ceramic Fish Plates Wall Composition / Wall Decoration

By Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro, Waechtersbach Ceramics, Shorter & Son Ltd 1, Vallauris, Gil Vargas Segovia

Located in Barcelona, ES

Set of Midcentury multi color fish Plates and Platters as Wall Decoration A funny collection of eleven european glazed ceramic, porcelain and...

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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica, Porcelain, Terracotta

Midcentury Vintage Decorative Porcelain Cheese Plate with Mouse, Italy, 1970s
Midcentury Vintage Decorative Porcelain Cheese Plate with Mouse, Italy, 1970s

Midcentury Vintage Decorative Porcelain Cheese Plate with Mouse, Italy, 1970s

$319

Midcentury Vintage Decorative Porcelain Cheese Plate with Mouse, Italy, 1970s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Unique decorative cheese plate with Mouse from Italy. Produced in 1970s. Plate is hand painted. Plate is in very good vintage condition, no damage or cracks. Mouse ears are a bit de...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass

Large Italian Florentine Gilt Wood Blue Gold Tray w Handles
Large Italian Florentine Gilt Wood Blue Gold Tray w Handles

Large Italian Florentine Gilt Wood Blue Gold Tray w Handles

$295

Large Italian Florentine Gilt Wood Blue Gold Tray w Handles

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Stunning large wood Florentine tray from the 1960’s. These highly collectable pieces are both form and function. These look wonderful sitting alone or in groupings on a coffee table....

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Mid Century Vintage Blue and White Decorative Plate Shell Italy 1960
Mid Century Vintage Blue and White Decorative Plate Shell Italy 1960

Mid Century Vintage Blue and White Decorative Plate Shell Italy 1960

$448

Mid Century Vintage Blue and White Decorative Plate Shell Italy 1960

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Beautiful decorative crystal blue glass plate/bowl from Italy. Plate is in very good vintage condition, no damage or cracks. Original glass. Unique piece for every table and interi...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic, Glass

Italian Florentine Wood Painted Vanity Trinket Tray, Italy
Italian Florentine Wood Painted Vanity Trinket Tray, Italy

Italian Florentine Wood Painted Vanity Trinket Tray, Italy

$250

Italian Florentine Wood Painted Vanity Trinket Tray, Italy

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Charming Florentine paper mache tray from the 1960’s in yellows and blues. These highly collectable pieces are both form and function. These look wonderful sitting alone or in groupi...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood, Paper

Mid-Century Wooden Tray, Brown Wood, Sweden, Modern Design, 1960s
Mid-Century Wooden Tray, Brown Wood, Sweden, Modern Design, 1960s

Mid-Century Wooden Tray, Brown Wood, Sweden, Modern Design, 1960s

$294

Mid-Century Wooden Tray, Brown Wood, Sweden, Modern Design, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Wooden Tray, Sweden, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969. Additional information: Materials: Wood Color: Brown Styles: Mid-Century Modern Country of Or...

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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

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Wood

Carl Auböck Model #3431 'Knopferl' Brass Tray
Carl Auböck Model #3431 'Knopferl' Brass Tray

Carl Auböck Model #3431 'Knopferl' Brass Tray

$470 / item

Carl Auböck Model #3431 'Knopferl' Brass Tray

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Carl Auböck Model #3431 'Knopferl' Brass Tray Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural Viennese tray is executed in patinated and p...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Rattan and Brass Italian Centerpiece Tray Basket, 1970s
Rattan and Brass Italian Centerpiece Tray Basket, 1970s

Rattan and Brass Italian Centerpiece Tray Basket, 1970s

$1,299

Rattan and Brass Italian Centerpiece Tray Basket, 1970s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Mid-Century Modern brass and rattan round tray basket or centerpiece. It has a brass trim covering the top and brass handles at both sides. Handcraft...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Large Mid-Century Enamel-on-Copper Charger
Large Mid-Century Enamel-on-Copper Charger

Large Mid-Century Enamel-on-Copper Charger

$950

Large Mid-Century Enamel-on-Copper Charger

Located in Pasadena, CA

This is an impressive 18" diameter Enamel-on-Copper charger that was designed and created by the well-known Mesick Studios. The stunning intense turquoi...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

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Copper, Enamel

Extra Long French Porcelain Seafood Serving Platter. French Porcelain
Extra Long French Porcelain Seafood Serving Platter. French Porcelain

Extra Long French Porcelain Seafood Serving Platter. French Porcelain

$325

Extra Long French Porcelain Seafood Serving Platter. French Porcelain

Located in New Orleans, LA

An extra long vintage French porcelain seafood platter. fish serving platter, deep sided, so that the fish can be served with sauces and dressings, without risk of spillage. The moti...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

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Porcelain

Kensington Moire Gold Plate Two Tier Center Handled Etched Snack Serving Stand
Kensington Moire Gold Plate Two Tier Center Handled Etched Snack Serving Stand

Kensington Moire Gold Plate Two Tier Center Handled Etched Snack Serving Stand

$675

Kensington Moire Gold Plate Two Tier Center Handled Etched Snack Serving Stand

By Lurelle Guild, Kensington Ware

Located in Miami, FL

Charming Gold Plate 2 tier Center Handled snack, pastry, cake treats stand or serving tray designed by Lurelle Guild. The textured free-form biomorphic relief design looks very Mid-...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Gold Plate, Aluminum

French Decorative Ceramic Tray by Albert Thiry 'circa 1960s'
French Decorative Ceramic Tray by Albert Thiry 'circa 1960s'

French Decorative Ceramic Tray by Albert Thiry 'circa 1960s'

$773Sale Price|30% Off

French Decorative Ceramic Tray by Albert Thiry 'circa 1960s'

By Albert Thiry

Located in London, GB

Mid-century decorative tray (circa 1960s) by Albert Thiry. A chalk-white glaze provides the background for a colourful thistle motif in the centre. The rim has touches of earthy gree...

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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

72-Piece Russel Wright by Steubenville Vintage Pottery Dinnerware
72-Piece Russel Wright by Steubenville Vintage Pottery Dinnerware

72-Piece Russel Wright by Steubenville Vintage Pottery Dinnerware

$1,299 / set

72-Piece Russel Wright by Steubenville Vintage Pottery Dinnerware

By Russel Wright, Steubenville

Located in North Miami, FL

This is a wonderful grouping of 72 pieces of Vintage 1940's-1950's pottery by Steubenville for Russel Wright. The combination of ochre yellow and green - this set is an elegant and ...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Pottery

French Majolica Wall Fish Vallauris, Circa 1970
French Majolica Wall Fish Vallauris, Circa 1970

French Majolica Wall Fish Vallauris, Circa 1970

$900

French Majolica Wall Fish Vallauris, Circa 1970

By Vallauris

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica Wall Fish Vallauris, Circa 1970.

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Salt & Pepper Grinder From Japan Mid-Century Bull Nose
Set of Salt & Pepper Grinder From Japan Mid-Century Bull Nose

Set of Salt & Pepper Grinder From Japan Mid-Century Bull Nose

$125 / set

Set of Salt & Pepper Grinder From Japan Mid-Century Bull Nose

By Dansk

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a set of salt & pepper grinder from Japan. Circa the 1950s. Stamped underneath JAPAN. No label or signature from the maker. Constructed with wood and stainles...

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1950s Japanese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood

Vintage Italian Hand Painted Fish Plates - Set of 12
Vintage Italian Hand Painted Fish Plates - Set of 12

Vintage Italian Hand Painted Fish Plates - Set of 12

$1,950 / set

Vintage Italian Hand Painted Fish Plates - Set of 12

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This vibrant set of twelve hand-painted fish plates comes from the esteemed workshops of L’Antica Deruta in Italy, created exclusively for Majilly. Rooted in the rich tradition of It...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Green Decorative Glass Flower Plate, Italy, 1960s
Mid Century Green Decorative Glass Flower Plate, Italy, 1960s

Mid Century Green Decorative Glass Flower Plate, Italy, 1960s

$259

Mid Century Green Decorative Glass Flower Plate, Italy, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Decorative green flower glass plate from Italy. Plate is in very good vintage condition, no damage or cracks. Original glass. Beautiful piece for every interior! Only one unique piece.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic, Glass

Willy Rizzo Tortoiseshell Lucite & Brass Italian Serving Tray, 1970s
Willy Rizzo Tortoiseshell Lucite & Brass Italian Serving Tray, 1970s

Willy Rizzo Tortoiseshell Lucite & Brass Italian Serving Tray, 1970s

$1,063

Willy Rizzo Tortoiseshell Lucite & Brass Italian Serving Tray, 1970s

By Willy Rizzo

Located in Roma, IT

Marvelous mid-century tray in a single piece of curved tortoiseshell-effect lucite and solid brass. This incredibly stylish piece was produced in Italy during the 1970s and its desig...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Vintage Scissor-Style Meatball Fruit Butter Shaper Mid Century Japan
Vintage Scissor-Style Meatball Fruit Butter Shaper Mid Century Japan

Vintage Scissor-Style Meatball Fruit Butter Shaper Mid Century Japan

$135

Vintage Scissor-Style Meatball Fruit Butter Shaper Mid Century Japan

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a vintage scissor-style meatballer (also commonly used as a melon baller, cookie dough molder, or butterball shaper). You scoop up ground meat or fruit flesh ...

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1960s Japanese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Aluminum

Stelton Fondue Lazy Susan Set by Peter Holmblad Denmark
Stelton Fondue Lazy Susan Set by Peter Holmblad Denmark

Stelton Fondue Lazy Susan Set by Peter Holmblad Denmark

$850

Stelton Fondue Lazy Susan Set by Peter Holmblad Denmark

By Stelton

Located in Cincinnati, OH

What a better way to bring family or friends together than a good fondue , this well designed 10 piece set has it all . Six bowls , large pot with lid and fork holder , drip tray , s...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

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Stainless Steel

Roger Capron - Set of 6 Colorful Ceramic Plates with Mask
Roger Capron - Set of 6 Colorful Ceramic Plates with Mask

Roger Capron - Set of 6 Colorful Ceramic Plates with Mask

$998Sale Price / set|33% Off

Roger Capron - Set of 6 Colorful Ceramic Plates with Mask

By Roger Capron

Located in Stratford, CT

A set of six plates made by Roger Capron in Vallauris, France in 1960s. Same design presented in six different colors. The 6 plates come with their original packaging. We have 4 set...

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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

Piero Fornasetti, Oranges Tray, Atelier Fornasetti, ca. 1955
Piero Fornasetti, Oranges Tray, Atelier Fornasetti, ca. 1955

Piero Fornasetti, Oranges Tray, Atelier Fornasetti, ca. 1955

$1,689

Piero Fornasetti, Oranges Tray, Atelier Fornasetti, ca. 1955

By Piero Fornasetti, Fornasetti

Located in Firenze, IT

Rare oranges aluminum Tray Prod. Fornasetti, Milan, Italy, ca. 1955 Serigraphed metal. Label not present H 4.5 cm x 39 x 51 cm Bibliography: Mariuccia Casadio, Barnaba Fornasett...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Metal

Culver Glass Serving Tray or Culver 22-Karat Gold Leaf Serving Platter
Culver Glass Serving Tray or Culver 22-Karat Gold Leaf Serving Platter

Culver Glass Serving Tray or Culver 22-Karat Gold Leaf Serving Platter

$635Sale Price|20% Off

Culver Glass Serving Tray or Culver 22-Karat Gold Leaf Serving Platter

By Culver Ltd.

Located in Miami, FL

A fine quality Culver glass serving tray or platter. Beautiful Moroccan themed design with 22-karat gold all perfect to use while serving Hors D'Oeuvres. Made in the U.S.A. This hi...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Glass

Willy Rizzo Large Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Brass Serving Tray, Italy 1970
Willy Rizzo Large Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Brass Serving Tray, Italy 1970

Willy Rizzo Large Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Brass Serving Tray, Italy 1970

$1,122

Willy Rizzo Large Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Brass Serving Tray, Italy 1970

By Christian Dior, Willy Rizzo

Located in Roma, IT

Marvelous large serving tray in gorgeous tortoiseshell-effect lucite with brass handles. This charming rectangular tray is attributed to the mastery of Willy Rizzo and was produced i...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Metal, Brass

Aldo Tura Green Serving Tray, Lacquered Goatskin, Mid-Century 1950s
Aldo Tura Green Serving Tray, Lacquered Goatskin, Mid-Century 1950s

Aldo Tura Green Serving Tray, Lacquered Goatskin, Mid-Century 1950s

$500

Aldo Tura Green Serving Tray, Lacquered Goatskin, Mid-Century 1950s

By Aldo Tura

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a 1950s Aldo Tura green serving Tray made from lacquered goatskin and brass galleries. Designed by the renowned Italian furniture designer Aldo Tura. Tura was...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Majolica Ceramic Blue Fish Plates and Platter Serving Set, 1960
Majolica Ceramic Blue Fish Plates and Platter Serving Set, 1960

Majolica Ceramic Blue Fish Plates and Platter Serving Set, 1960

$3,130 / set

Majolica Ceramic Blue Fish Plates and Platter Serving Set, 1960

Located in Barcelona, ES

Eye-catching set of 6 small fish plates and a large fish tray in blue and grey glazed ceramic, Spain, 1960s. This Midcentury ceramics serving set can be used to serve desserts, salad...

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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Large Majolica Ceramic Fish Platter by Secla, 1960
Large Majolica Ceramic Fish Platter by Secla, 1960

Large Majolica Ceramic Fish Platter by Secla, 1960

$1,299

Large Majolica Ceramic Fish Platter by Secla, 1960

By Secla

Located in Barcelona, ES

A glazed ceramic large fish platter in brown and toffee colors manufactured by Secla ceramics factory. Portugal, 1960s. A very interesting piece du...

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Mid-20th Century Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Majolica, Ceramic

Unmatching Pair of Majolica Ceramic Trompe L'oeil Crab Lobster Large Wall Plates
Unmatching Pair of Majolica Ceramic Trompe L'oeil Crab Lobster Large Wall Plates

Unmatching Pair of Majolica Ceramic Trompe L'oeil Crab Lobster Large Wall Plates

$2,953 / set

Unmatching Pair of Majolica Ceramic Trompe L'oeil Crab Lobster Large Wall Plates

Located in Barcelona, ES

Extra large spider crab and lobster seafood plates wall decoration, Majolica, glazed ceramic. Portugal, 1950s Rare find. A colorful pair of fine Majolica glazed ceramic plates with s...

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20th Century Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Majolica, Ceramic

American Mid Century Inlaid "Owl" Tray by Couroc California
American Mid Century Inlaid "Owl" Tray by Couroc California

American Mid Century Inlaid "Owl" Tray by Couroc California

$225

American Mid Century Inlaid "Owl" Tray by Couroc California

By The Couroc Company

Located in San Diego, CA

A ssuper cool inlaid brass "Owl" trays handcrafted by Couroc California, circa 1970s. The tray is in good vintage condition a tiny fleabite on the edge as shown.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Set of 6 Vintage Hand-Painted Limoges of France Porcelain Bird Plates
Set of 6 Vintage Hand-Painted Limoges of France Porcelain Bird Plates

Set of 6 Vintage Hand-Painted Limoges of France Porcelain Bird Plates

$475 / set

Set of 6 Vintage Hand-Painted Limoges of France Porcelain Bird Plates

Located in San Diego, CA

Set of 6 Vintage Hand-Painted Limoges France Porcelain Bird Plates with Basketweave Borders, circa 1960s. Invite the beauty of the French countryside to your walls or table with this...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

Three Layer Cake Stand In Brass And Porcelaine, Czechoslovakia, Circa 1950
Three Layer Cake Stand In Brass And Porcelaine, Czechoslovakia, Circa 1950

Three Layer Cake Stand In Brass And Porcelaine, Czechoslovakia, Circa 1950

$148Sale Price|70% Off

Three Layer Cake Stand In Brass And Porcelaine, Czechoslovakia, Circa 1950

Located in Zohor, SK

Beautiful item with lots of style. Typical cake stand designed with three layers of porcelain plates. Plates are made of white porcelaine with colorful ornaments. The stands is in an...

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1950s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

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