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Collection Five American Sterling Silver Cut Glass Coasters Frank M. Whiting & C
Collection Five American Sterling Silver Cut Glass Coasters Frank M. Whiting & C

Collection Five American Sterling Silver Cut Glass Coasters Frank M. Whiting & C

Located in London, GB

Collection Five American Sterling Silver Cut Glass Coasters Frank M. Whiting & Co. American, Early 20th Century Height 3cm, diameter 10cm A refined set of five sterling silver and...

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Early 20th Century North American Belle Époque Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gaetano Pesce Try-Tray Rectangular Large Light Ruby Ochre
Gaetano Pesce Try-Tray Rectangular Large Light Ruby Ochre

Gaetano Pesce Try-Tray Rectangular Large Light Ruby Ochre

By Corsi Design Factory, Gaetano Pesce

Located in barasso, IT

Try-Tray rectangular - Clear Ruby, ochre Tray in hard resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1998 for Fish Design collection. Colours: Clear ruby, ochre Dimensions: 56cm x D 36cm Materi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tableware

Materials

Resin

Milano Aka Baguette by Ricci 800 Silver Flatware Set Service 152 Pieces
Milano Aka Baguette by Ricci 800 Silver Flatware Set Service 152 Pieces

Milano Aka Baguette by Ricci 800 Silver Flatware Set Service 152 Pieces

By Ricci Argentieri

Located in Big Bend, WI

12 dinner knives 9 3/4", 24 dinner forks 8 1/4", 12 regular knives 8 3/8", 36 regular forks 7", 12 salad/fish forks 7", 12 place soup spoons 7", 12 demitasse spoons, 4 1/8" (one i...

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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Silver

Vintage Boho Embroidered Tablecloth
Vintage Boho Embroidered Tablecloth

Vintage Boho Embroidered Tablecloth

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Infuse your dining space with artisanal charm with this stunning vintage embroidered tablecloth. Showcasing an intricate hand-stitched d...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Folk Art Tableware

Materials

Cotton

Cauldon England Meissen Blue Onion Porcelain Berry Bowls, Set of Three, circa 18
Cauldon England Meissen Blue Onion Porcelain Berry Bowls, Set of Three, circa 18

Cauldon England Meissen Blue Onion Porcelain Berry Bowls, Set of Three, circa 18

Located in Coral Gables, FL

A beautiful antique set of three Cauldon England berry or fruit bowls in the classic Meissen Blue Onion pattern, each measuring approximately 5 1/2 inches. Made in England by Brown-W...

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Early 20th Century English Chinoiserie Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Herend Rothschild Oiseaux Mocha & Dessert Set For 6 Persons, Hungary, 20th Cent
Herend Rothschild Oiseaux Mocha & Dessert Set For 6 Persons, Hungary, 20th Cent

Herend Rothschild Oiseaux Mocha & Dessert Set For 6 Persons, Hungary, 20th Cent

By Herend

Located in Vienna, AT

Herend service consisting of 21 parts: 1 lidded mocha pot, 1 milk jug, 1 lidded sugar bowl, 6 cups, 6 saucers, 6 dessert plates. Shape: Osier basket weave Decor: RO - Rothschild Ois...

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20th Century Hungarian Baroque Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 4 Porcelain Dessert Plates - Insect Collection
Set of 4 Porcelain Dessert Plates - Insect Collection

Set of 4 Porcelain Dessert Plates - Insect Collection

By Bertrando Di Renzo

Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT

Step into the charm of an English garden with our porcelain plates, adorned with delicate hand-appliqué designs of insects—ladybirds, dragonflies, butterflies, and bumblebees. Perfec...

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2010s Italian Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Steuben Amethyst Hand Blown Optic Rib Plates & Stemware Service for 12
Steuben Amethyst Hand Blown Optic Rib Plates & Stemware Service for 12

Steuben Amethyst Hand Blown Optic Rib Plates & Stemware Service for 12

By Steuben Glass

Located in Great Barrington, MA

What an amazing collection of Steuben's hand blown amethyst crystal dinner service for 12! All hand blown in the more desirable form of optic ribbing that gives each piece a special ...

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1920s American Vintage Tableware

Materials

Crystal

8 Vintage Copper Baking Pudding Molds and Cookie Cutters
8 Vintage Copper Baking Pudding Molds and Cookie Cutters

8 Vintage Copper Baking Pudding Molds and Cookie Cutters

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Kitchen copper baking molds lot with 6 cookie cutters.

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1960s American American Classical Vintage Tableware

Materials

Copper

Danish Modern Steak Knife set by Chef Le Blanc for Selandia NIB
Danish Modern Steak Knife set by Chef Le Blanc for Selandia NIB

Danish Modern Steak Knife set by Chef Le Blanc for Selandia NIB

By Dansk

Located in San Diego, CA

A set of 6 teak and stainless steak knives, designed in the 1970s by Chef JP LeBlanc for Selandia. They were never used. Comes with the box and original plastic sleeves. Beautiful Sc...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Augarten Art Déco 'Melon' Red-White Mocha Set, By Josef Hoffmann, Vienna, 20th
Augarten Art Déco 'Melon' Red-White Mocha Set, By Josef Hoffmann, Vienna, 20th

Augarten Art Déco 'Melon' Red-White Mocha Set, By Josef Hoffmann, Vienna, 20th

In 1929, Josef Hoffmann, founder of the legendary Wiener Werkstätte, designed this world-famous mocha service. Hoffmann was one of the greatest designers of the 20th century and a me...

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1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

English King by Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 32 pcs Dinner
English King by Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 32 pcs Dinner

English King by Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 32 pcs Dinner

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Big Bend, WI

ENGLISH KING (c. 1885) Patterns similar to our English King were first used in France and England late in the eighteenth century and have remained among the most popular styles for>...

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Early 20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hand-Embroidered Cotton Tablecloth
Hand-Embroidered Cotton Tablecloth

Hand-Embroidered Cotton Tablecloth

By Les Ottomans

Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT

Elevate your table with this hand-embroidered cotton tablecloth, featuring a minimalist design. Meticulously embroidered by skilled artisans, each piece showcases intricate patterns ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Tableware

Materials

Cotton

Set for 8 EKCO Eterna "Canoe Muffin" Mid-Century Danish Modern Flatware - 1960s
Set for 8 EKCO Eterna "Canoe Muffin" Mid-Century Danish Modern Flatware - 1960s

Set for 8 EKCO Eterna "Canoe Muffin" Mid-Century Danish Modern Flatware - 1960s

By EKCO

Located in St. Louis, MO

Classic Danish influenced Mid-Century sleek modernist designed stainless flatware / silverware set & serving pieces designed and sold by EKCO Products International and produced in Japan, circa 1960s. This set is from the EKCO Eterna...

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1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

70 Piece Cutlery Set Made of 24 Carat Gilded Stainless Steel in Cassette by SBS
70 Piece Cutlery Set Made of 24 Carat Gilded Stainless Steel in Cassette by SBS

70 Piece Cutlery Set Made of 24 Carat Gilded Stainless Steel in Cassette by SBS

Located in Doornspijk, NL

This wonderfully eclectic cutlery set in a luxurious case serves 12 persons. The design is a gem on every dining table. The sleek straight lines of the stainless steel form a great contrast with the gilded decorations on the blades. SBS cutlery with the addition “Made in Solingen” is worldwide synonymous with cutlery and knives of the highest level. Since the 16th century, the most talented knife and cutlery manufacturers have been based in Solingen with craftsmanship from experienced masters. One of these companies is SBS which is best known for its gilded cutlery...

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1970s German Hollywood Regency Vintage Tableware

Materials

Gold Plate, Stainless Steel

Onedia Mid-Century South Seas Silverplate Flatware Set for Community
Onedia Mid-Century South Seas Silverplate Flatware Set for Community

Onedia Mid-Century South Seas Silverplate Flatware Set for Community

By Community

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A 58 piece set of silverplated sculptural south seas pattern styled flatware with 8 serving pieces, with five pieces for each place setting salad, dinner fork, tea, soup spoon and knife. There are eight severing pieces butter, cake knife, slotted, large severing and condiment spoon...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Mintons, England. Set of six lunch plates in faience. Chinese style.
Mintons, England. Set of six lunch plates in faience. Chinese style.

Mintons, England. Set of six lunch plates in faience. Chinese style.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Mintons, England. Set of six lunch plates in faience. Chinese style. Decorated with flowers. Late 19th century. Marked. In excellent condition with natural crazing. Dimensions: D 20....

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Late 19th Century British Chinoiserie Antique Tableware

Materials

Faience

Folio Floral Indigo Cotton Table Napkin, Handcrafted By Artisans ( set of 4  )
Folio Floral Indigo Cotton Table Napkin, Handcrafted By Artisans ( set of 4  )

Folio Floral Indigo Cotton Table Napkin, Handcrafted By Artisans ( set of 4 )

By Studio Variously

Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI

Folio Indigo table napkin is a unique modern artisanal napkin. Created artistically and ethically by artisans in India using shibori print technique, using only pure natural dyes. ...

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2010s Indian Modern Tableware

Materials

Cotton

French 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 175 Pieces in Large Fitted Chest
French 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 175 Pieces in Large Fitted Chest

French 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 175 Pieces in Large Fitted Chest

Located in Big Bend, WI

Outstanding monumental French 950 silver dinner size high quality Louis XV style Flatware set - 175 pieces. This set includes: 12 Dinner Size Knives, pointed, 9 7/8" 12 Large Dinner Size Forks, 8 1/4" 12 Luncheon Knives, pointed, 8 1/4" 12 Luncheon Forks, 7" 12 Teaspoons, 5" 11 Place Soup Spoons, 7 1/8" 12 Demitasse Spoons, 4 3/8" 12 Fish Forks, 3-tine, 7 1/8" 11 Fish Knives, flat handle all-sterling, 8 1/4" 11 Dinner Spoons, 8 1/4" 11 Pastry Forks, 3-tine, 5 5/8" 11 Ice Cream Spoons, gold-washed, 5 1/4" 12 Oyster Forks, 5 1/8" 1 Large Vegetable Spoon, 10" 1 Berry Spoon, 8 1/4" 1 Fish Serving Fork, 3-tine, 9 1/2" 1 Fish Servers, flat handle all-sterling, 10 3/4" 1 Oyster Ladle, 9 1/2" 1 Gravy Ladle, 6 7/8" 1 Large Cold Meat Fork, 10" 1 Flat Handle Master Butter, 6 5/8" 1 Hollow Handle Master Butter, all-sterling, 8" 1 Salad Set, gold-washed, all-sterling, 9 1/2" 1 Pie Server, flat handle all-sterling, 10 1/2" 1 Soup Ladle, 12" 1 Roast Carving Set, 2-pc, 12 1/2" 1 Lamb Shank holder w/stainless implement, 8 1/2" 1 Sugar Tong, 5 1/4" 1 Cheese Knife w/stainless blade, 8" 1 Sugar Sifter Ladle, gold-washed, 6 1/2" 1 Tea Caddy Spoon, 5 5/8" 1 Sardine Fork, 5 3/4" 1 Petit Four Server...

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Mid-19th Century French Art Deco Antique Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rina Menardi Handmade Ceramic White Lagoon Trays
Rina Menardi Handmade Ceramic White Lagoon Trays

Rina Menardi Handmade Ceramic White Lagoon Trays

By Rina Menardi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Italian handmade ceramic tray in white by Rina Menardi. Can be ordered in different colors. Priced individually. Made to order. Shipping from Europe not included. Measures: Mini $49...

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2010s Italian Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Francis I Older by Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 87-Pcs
Francis I Older by Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 87-Pcs

Francis I Older by Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 87-Pcs

By Reed & Barton

Located in Big Bend, WI

Beautiful Old mark FRANCIS I BY REED & BARTON Sterling Silver flatware set - 87 pieces. This set includes: 8 KNIVES, FRENCH BLADES, 9 1/4" 8 FORKS (HEAVY), 7 1/4" 8 SALAD FORKS, 6 ...

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Early 20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

12 Dinner Plates Antique Minton Cobalt Blue Raised Gilt Medallion Swag C. 1910
12 Dinner Plates Antique Minton Cobalt Blue Raised Gilt Medallion Swag C. 1910

12 Dinner Plates Antique Minton Cobalt Blue Raised Gilt Medallion Swag C. 1910

By Minton

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A classic and elegant set of 12 Minton England bone china dinner plates. This set features a nice deep collar of cobalt blue that is accented with raised tooled gilded swags and thei...

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1910s British Vintage Tableware

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Vintage Dishware St Clement Ceramic Large Service Pottery 66 Pcs, France
Vintage Dishware St Clement Ceramic Large Service Pottery 66 Pcs, France

Vintage Dishware St Clement Ceramic Large Service Pottery 66 Pcs, France

By Saint-Clément

Located in Bastogne, BE

S’Clement (France) Dishware in glazed porcelain in a shade of brown, from light brown to black with high glaze finish. Very beautiful french dishware set. The service includes: 1 ...

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1970s French Country Vintage Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Lauffer Palisander Rosewood and Stainless Steel Flatware 57 Pieces
Lauffer Palisander Rosewood and Stainless Steel Flatware 57 Pieces

Lauffer Palisander Rosewood and Stainless Steel Flatware 57 Pieces

By Lauffer

Located in Atlanta, GA

Mid century modern Scandinavian design rosewood and stainless steel flatware set by Lauffer, made in Japan, circa 1960s. The 57 piece set contains 8 teaspoons, 10 tablespoons, 12 sal...

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1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tropical Bird Set of 6 Napkin Rings
Tropical Bird Set of 6 Napkin Rings

Tropical Bird Set of 6 Napkin Rings

By Casarialto

Located in Milan, IT

Functional and stylish, this set of six napkin rings boasts a skillful glass rendition of tropical birds in bright colors. A refined and charming addition to any table setting, this ...

Category

2010s Italian Tableware

Materials

Glass

Minton "Haddon Hall" China Dinner Service for 14
Minton "Haddon Hall" China Dinner Service for 14

Minton "Haddon Hall" China Dinner Service for 14

By Minton

Located in Astoria, NY

Minton "Haddon Hall" Bone China Dinner Service for Fourteen, floral design, each marked "Maddon Hall / Minton / Bone China / Made in England / Designed by John Waddington", comprisin...

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20th Century British Tableware

Materials

Pottery

Set of Italian Polished Pewter Salt & Pepper Shakers
Set of Italian Polished Pewter Salt & Pepper Shakers

Set of Italian Polished Pewter Salt & Pepper Shakers

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Italian Set of Salt Shakers & Pepper Grinder in Polished Pewter, a Set of Two. This classic pair is marked Made in Italy on the bottom. Wonderful addition to add to your table for e...

Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Pewter

Just Andersen, Denmark. Set of eight coasters in pewter with fluted rim. 1930s
Just Andersen, Denmark. Set of eight coasters in pewter with fluted rim. 1930s

Just Andersen, Denmark. Set of eight coasters in pewter with fluted rim. 1930s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Just Andersen, set of eight coasters in pewter. Set of eight coasters in pewter with a fluted rim and a simple art deco design. Model 2634. Origin: Denmark. Designer: Just Andersen...

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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Tableware

Materials

Pewter

Mid-Century Modern Teak Triangle Napkin Holders – Set of 4, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Teak Triangle Napkin Holders – Set of 4, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Teak Triangle Napkin Holders – Set of 4, 1960s

Located in Toronto, CA

A charming set of four Mid-Century Modern napkin holders crafted from solid teak wood, each in a clean, minimalist triangular form. With a warm grain and timeless design, these piece...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Teak

Brass Coffee Grinder Vienna Around 1920s
Brass Coffee Grinder Vienna Around 1920s

Brass Coffee Grinder Vienna Around 1920s

Located in Wien, Au

Brass Coffee Grinder Vienna Around 1920s Brass polished

Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Tableware

Materials

Brass

English Victorian Silver Plate Napkin Ring
English Victorian Silver Plate Napkin Ring

English Victorian Silver Plate Napkin Ring

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian silver plated square shaped napkin ring resting on rectangular base and supported by leaves on either side

Category

19th Century British Victorian Antique Tableware

Rare Pug French Bulldog Dog Figural Salt Pepper Shaker Antique German 1910s
Rare Pug French Bulldog Dog Figural Salt Pepper Shaker Antique German 1910s

Rare Pug French Bulldog Dog Figural Salt Pepper Shaker Antique German 1910s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A rare pug or french bulldog Figurine bought in Germany. It is made of china porcelain and very delicate, this would be a great addition for your collection. It is in nice condition ...

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1910s German Folk Art Vintage Tableware

Materials

Porcelain, Cork

Casarialto Set of 6 Jardin Fleuri Colored Glass Napkin Rings
Casarialto Set of 6 Jardin Fleuri Colored Glass Napkin Rings

Casarialto Set of 6 Jardin Fleuri Colored Glass Napkin Rings

By Casarialto

Located in Milan, IT

Set of six napkin rings featuring distinct floral designs including lily, poppy, pansy, cherry blossom, yellow bellflower, and wild blue flowers. Each ring is crafted with intricate ...

Category

2010s Italian Tableware

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Claudio La Viola for Ginori Art Deco Coffee Service c1990s
Claudio La Viola for Ginori Art Deco Coffee Service c1990s

Claudio La Viola for Ginori Art Deco Coffee Service c1990s

By Richard Ginori

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1990s, by Claudio La Viola for Ginori, Italy. A sublime blend of classic, modern and Art Deco this coffee set from the renowned Italian porcelain firm Ginori, is perfect for any décor. Excellent condition. Hallmarks: Richard Ginori Manifattura Di Doccia Florence Italy and signature CLV for Claudio La Viola This set consists of: 1 coffee pot 1 creamer 1 sugar bowl 12 cups 12 saucers or cookie plates...

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1990s Italian Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Superb Norway SterlingSilver 925 gilt dragon enamel viking boat salt cellar Aase
Superb Norway SterlingSilver 925 gilt dragon enamel viking boat salt cellar Aase

Superb Norway SterlingSilver 925 gilt dragon enamel viking boat salt cellar Aase

By Magnus Aase

Located in Wien, AT

A stunning salt cellar, made by famous Norwegian artist Magnus Aase in 925 Sterling silver (hallmarked). The makers mark being Magnus Aase, Norway, from the 1940s. The salt cellar ...

Category

1940s Norwegian Gothic Vintage Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Galea by Christofle France Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 4 Set 35 pieces
Galea by Christofle France Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 4 Set 35 pieces

Galea by Christofle France Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 4 Set 35 pieces

By Christofle

Located in Big Bend, WI

With a dedication to perfection and quality, Christofle flatware creations unite craftsmanship and modern technique, resulting in flatware to be handed down through generations. Th...

Category

20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Buttercup by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 123 Pcs Dinner
Buttercup by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 123 Pcs Dinner

Buttercup by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 123 Pcs Dinner

By Gorham

Located in Big Bend, WI

Intricately carved floral motifs carefully arranged along the handle and by the neck of this fanciful pattern are balanced by a slender central panel edged with delicate borders. Int...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Robert Picault Ceramic Tableware Set, France, circa 1950
Mid-Century Robert Picault Ceramic Tableware Set, France, circa 1950

Mid-Century Robert Picault Ceramic Tableware Set, France, circa 1950

By Robert Picault

Located in New York, NY

A vibrant ceramic service by Robert Picault, one of the leading figures of the Vallauris pottery movement in the 1950s. This ensemble includes a rare tripod-lidded soup tureen, six o...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

English Victorian Oak Tray with Silver Plate Gallery, 19th Century, UK
English Victorian Oak Tray with Silver Plate Gallery, 19th Century, UK

English Victorian Oak Tray with Silver Plate Gallery, 19th Century, UK

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian oval oak tray with silver plate gallery and handles with oval center medallion. One silver pyramid finial is missing from the tray\'s handle.

Category

19th Century British Victorian Antique Tableware

Materials

Oak

Italian Vintage Stainless Steel Tray in Baroque Style By Alessi 60s Medium size
Italian Vintage Stainless Steel Tray in Baroque Style By Alessi 60s Medium size

Italian Vintage Stainless Steel Tray in Baroque Style By Alessi 60s Medium size

By Alessi

Located in Roma, IT

We are pleased to offer for sale an Italian mid–20th-century tray—modern in spirit yet clearly inspired by the 18th century. Made in Italy between the 1960s and 1970s by the historic...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hand-Painted Decorative Iron Tray - Butterflies

Hand-Painted Decorative Iron Tray - Butterflies

By Les Ottomans

Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT

Make a bold statement with our hand-painted iron decorative tray, featuring butterflies. Perfect for display, this tray adds a touch of the nature to any space. Intended for decorati...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Tableware

Materials

Iron

Celeste by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service, 79 Pieces, Modern
Celeste by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service, 79 Pieces, Modern

Celeste by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service, 79 Pieces, Modern

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in Big Bend, WI

Mid-Century Modern Celeste by Gorham, circa 1956 sterling silver flatware set of 79 pieces. This set includes: 12 knives, 9 3/8". 12 forks, 7 1/2". 12 salad forks, 7 1/8". 12 teaspo...

Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Italian silverware by Krupp Berndorf, 1950s
Italian silverware by Krupp Berndorf, 1950s

Italian silverware by Krupp Berndorf, 1950s

By Art.Krupp Berndorf

Located in Palermo, PA

Italian silverware by Krupp Berndorf, 1950s Dimensions: forks 2x1x22 cm. knives 2,5x1x25 cm. spoons 2x4x22 cm.

Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware

Materials

Metal

Antique and Vintage Tableware

While it isn’t always top of mind for some, antique and vintage tableware can enhance even the most informal meal. It has been an intimate part of how we’ve interacted with our food for millennia.

Tableware has played a basic but important role in everyday life. Ancient Egyptians used spoons (which are classified as flatware) made of ivory and wood, while Greeks and Romans, who gathered for banquets involving big meals and entertainment, ate with forks and knives. At the beginning of the 17th century, however, forks were still uncommon in American homes. Over time, tableware has thankfully evolved and today includes increasingly valuable implements.

Tableware refers to the tools people use to set the table, including serving pieces, dinner plates and more. It encompasses everything from the intricate and elaborate to the austere and functional, yet are all what industrial product designer Jasper Morrison might call “Super Normal” — anonymous objects that are too useful to be considered banal.

There are four general categories of tableware — serveware, dinnerware, drinkware and, lastly, flatware, which is commonly referred to as silverware or cutlery. Serveware includes serving bowls, platters, gravy boats, casserole pans and ladles. Most tableware is practical, but it can also be decorative. And decorative objects count as tableware too. Even though they don’t fit squarely into one of the four categories, vases, statues and floral arrangements are traditional centerpieces.

Drinkware appropriately refers to the vessels we use for our beverages — mugs, cups and glasses. There is a good deal of variety that falls under this broad term. For example, your cheerful home bar or mid-century modern bar cart might be outfitted with a full range of vintage barware, which might include pilsner glasses and tumblers. Specialty cocktails are often served in these custom glasses, but they’re still a type of drinkware.

Every meal should be special — even if you’re using earthenware or stoneware for a casual lunch — but perhaps you’re hosting a dinner party to mark a specific event. The right high-quality tableware can bring a touch of luxury to your cuisine. Young couples, for example, traditionally add “fine china,” or porcelain, to their wedding registry as a commemoration of their union and likely wouldn’t turn down exquisite silver made by Tiffany & Co. or Georg Jensen.

It’s important to remember, however, that when you’re setting the dining room table to have fun with it. Just as you might mix and match your dining chairs, don’t be afraid to mix new and old or high and low with your tableware. On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage and antique tableware to help elevate your meal as well as the mood and atmosphere of your entire dining room.