Modern Tableware
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Tulip Glass Bottle by Aldo Cibic
By Aldo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Bottle made in blown in a mold glass. The Tulip collection is a glassware family by Aldo Cibic, who designed these pieces walking the line between classical and postmodern design. Th...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Glass
Tulip Glass Carafe by Aldo Cibic
By Aldo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Carafe made in blown in a mold glass. The Tulip collection is a glassware family by Aldo Cibic, who designed these pieces walking the line between classical and postmodern design. Th...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Glass
Large Alice Tray by Slow Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Large alice tray by Slow Design
Dimensions: W 26 x H 34 cm
Materials: Glass.
Technique: Grisaille.
Available in colors: Gray and gold, and in size small.
Heavy aged mirrored tray with oxidized details. Each piece is unique. Heavy aged mirrored tray with oxidized details.
Slow Design is an Italian based company...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Glass
Set of 4 Kartell Jellies Espresso Cup in Green by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Jellies Family, which heralded a new way of perceiving tableware by using transparent products moulded with various relief patterns, has been expanded to include new elements suc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Plastic
Ghidini 1961 Omini the Walkman Napkins Tray in Polished Brass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Strikingly elegant in its simplicity, this brass napkin tray is distinguished for its geometric silhouette and whimsical design. The square frame is compos...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Brass
Ghidini 1961 Omini the Fisherman Napkins Tray in Polished Brass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Strikingly elegant in its simplicity, this brass napkin holder boasts a concave silhouette with a shiny finish. A small figurine of a man fishing i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Brass
Seletti "Kintsugi" Tray in Porcelain
By Seletti
Located in Doral, FL
From its very first year in 1964, Seletti in Cicognara, Mantova, has followed its principle of professionality service and constant research to strive for betterness innovation and o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Contemporary Set of 2 Dessert Plates Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware
Located in Roma, RM
Handcrafted in Italy from the finest porcelain, these blue seabed dessert coupe plates have corals lying on a bright bottom surrounded by mysterious multicolored gems floating amid b...
Category
2010s European Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Early 21st Century Vietri "Incanto Mare" Italian Stoneware Bowls, Set of 6
By Vietri
Located in Morristown, NJ
Set of 6 "Incanto Mare" (Enchanting Sea) stoneware bowls by Vietri. Handcrafted by Italian artisans, this dinnerware was made to last with durable clay and high-quality glaze. This c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Pottery, Paint, Stoneware
21st Century Foscari Serving Leather Tray with Brass Handles Handmade in Italy
By Pinetti
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
Foscari, here is one of the latest releases of Pinetti trays collection.
Available in a choice of chic shades, Foscari trays are a stylish accessory i...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Brass
Contemporary White Ceramic Serving Dishes and Plate Complete Handmade Set
Located in Milano, IT
Contemporary white ceramic serving table dishes and plate complete handmade set
UltraBold is a collection of three ceramic serving dishes: fla...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Ceramic
Bjørn Wiinblad, Rosenthal, Lotus Porcelain Service, 9 Coffee Cups with Saucers
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal. Lotus porcelain service.
9 coffee cups with saucers decorated with pink lotus leaves. 1980s.
The cup measures: 7.8 x 7 cm.
Saucer diameter: 14 cm.
...
Category
1980s German Vintage Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Contemporary Modern, Justine Porcelain Coffee Cup & Saucer 100 ml, Pink
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Justine porcelain pieces are inspired by the ancient Byzantine jewelry. Delicate porcelain transforms cups into timeless design objects by translating pearl and stone...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Contemporary Modern, Justine Porcelain Coffee Cup & Saucer 100 ml, White & Blue
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Justine porcelain pieces are inspired by the ancient Byzantine jewelry. Delicate porcelain transforms cups into timeless design objects by translating pearl and stone details of jewe...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Purple Pod Cotton-Linen Tablecloth Medium
By Fort Makers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For Fort Makers, Naomi Clark paints vibrant abstract compositions on fabrics that are then digitally printed and made into useable objects.
Each table cloth will be unique dependin...
Category
2010s North American Modern Tableware
Materials
Cotton, Linen
Contemporary Set of 2 Fruit Bowls Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware
Located in Roma, RM
Handcrafted in Italy from the finest porcelain, these blue seabed fruit bowls have corals lying on a bright bottom surrounded by mysterious multicolored gems floating amid brushes of...
Category
2010s European Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Contemporary Set of 2 Dinner Plates Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware
Located in Roma, RM
Handcrafted in Italy from the finest porcelain, these blue seabed dinner coupe plates have corals lying on a bright bottom surrounded by mysterious multicolored gems floating amid br...
Category
2010s European Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Ice Cream Handpainted Ceramic Plates, Made in Italy Set of 2
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Summer and ice creams
what a perfect combination for your table
Handpainted in Italy.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Ceramic
Contemporary Set of 2 Dessert Plates Gold Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware
Located in Roma, RM
Handcrafted in Italy from the finest porcelain, this Craquelé edge dessert coupe plate from the Berry collection has a unique golden crackled rim emphasizing the warm, berry-like dot...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
La Menagerie Ottomane Set of 4 Dessert Plates
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Exotical and tropical La menagerie ottomane is a stunning collection that will bright up your tables.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
21st Century Steel Thermal Carafe Diana with Taupe Cover Handcrafed in Italy
By Pinetti
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
A new style with a brand new laser cut pattern that beautifully finishes the elegant leather cover.
Diana is the new Pinetti steel thermal carafe wit...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Stainless Steel
Contemporary Set of 2 Soup Plates Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware
Located in Roma, RM
Handcrafted in Italy from the finest porcelain, these blue seabed soup coupe plates have corals lying on a bright bottom surrounded by mysterious multicolored gems floating amid brus...
Category
2010s European Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Kitchen Towel Set
Located in Richmond, VA
Set of three antique French linen and cotton kitchen towels embroidered with black cotton thread featuring a hand, bread, and cutlery. Designed by Sarah...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Tableware
Materials
Cotton, Linen, Thread
Tiffany & Co with Riedel Crystal Bowl
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. with Riedel crystal bowl, marked "JR / Tiffany & Co.". Measures: 3" H x 6" W.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Tableware
Materials
Crystal
Enamel and Brass Red , Green Apple and Pear Object Sculptures Set Of 6 Vintage
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely set of 6 enameled and brass apple and pear object sculptures makes for great entertaining and table settings. They are vintage from th...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Tableware
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Lagardo Tackett Vinegar cruet, Architectural Pottery, Freeman Lederman .bottle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great sample of modern design in this amazing Vinegar bottle/cruet by Lagardo Tackett .
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Tableware
Materials
Ceramic
Contemporary Modern, Justine Porcelain Latte Cup with handle, White & Blue
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Justine porcelain pieces are inspired by the ancient Byzantine jewelry. Delicate porcelain transforms cups into timeless design objects by tr...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Hand Dyed Linen Napkins, Rose Pink & Indigo Blue, Set of Two
By ROUSSEAU
Located in New York, NY
Rose linen napkins, set of two, dyed with indigo in Pleat pattern. Hand-dyed and sewn in New York City. Napkins measure approximately 18 x 18 inches. Each linen napkin is hand dyed a...
Category
2010s American Modern Tableware
Materials
Linen
Contemporary Modern, Justine Porcelain Latte Cup with Handle, Pink
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Justine porcelain pieces are inspired by the ancient Byzantine jewelry. Delicate porcelain transforms cups into timeless design objects by tr...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Contemporary Cutlery Silver Plated Set Handcrafted in Italy by Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
Elevate your dining experience with our Artefacto cutlery set. A fork, spoon, and knife – meticulously crafted from plated brass. Inspired by geometric forms and ornamental symbolism...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Modern, Justine Porcelain Cappuccino Cup with handle, White & Blue
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Justine porcelain pieces are inspired by the ancient Byzantine jewelry. Delicate porcelain transforms cups into timeless design objects by tr...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Highly Unusual Silver Toast or Letter Rack Designed and Made by Grant McDonald
Located in London, GB
A beautifully designed sterling silver letter or toast rack, made by the renowned silversmith George Grant McDonald, and hallmarked for London 2007.
This lovely piece is particularl...
Category
Early 2000s English Modern Tableware
Materials
Silver
Contemporary Modern, Justine Porcelain Cappuccino Cup Without Handle, White&Blue
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Justine porcelain pieces are inspired by the ancient Byzantine jewelry. Delicate porcelain transforms cups into timeless design objects by translating pearl and stone details of jewe...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Contemporary Modern, Justine Porcelain Latte Cup with Handle, Navy
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Justine porcelain pieces are inspired by the ancient Byzantine jewelry. Delicate porcelain transforms cups into timeless design objects by tr...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal, Lotus Porcelain Service, Coffee Pot with Heater
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal. Lotus porcelain service.
Coffee pot with heater for tealight candles decorated with pink lotus leaves. 1980s.
Measures: 22.5 x 22 cm (incl. Heater).
...
Category
1980s German Vintage Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal, Lotus Porcelain Service, Coffee Pot with Heater
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal. Lotus porcelain service.
Coffee pot with heater for tealight candles and creamer decorated with pink lotus leaves. 1980s.
The coffee pot measures: 21...
Category
1980s German Vintage Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Butterfly Golden Wood Lacquered Tray
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
There are many trays but very few are as beautiful as this golden lacquered tray
elegant with a 40s vibe but at the same time modern and contemporary
A unique piece for your table ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Wood
Bridge Wooden Tray
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
A very unique piece that can be used as a serving tray or a decoratuon piece for your coffee table.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Wood
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Centerpiece Bowl w/Base 38.4 ozt. '#6073' Modern
Located in Big Bend, WI
Tiffany & Co.
Incredible Tiffany & Co. Serling silver modernistic centerpiece bowl with base marked #25537. The base could be used as a candle holder. The base measures 1" tall x ...
Category
20th Century American Modern Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Butterfly Golden Wood Lacquered Tray
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
This is a very unique and special piece
this Butterfly Golden lacquered tray is the perfect item to lighten up your space
elegant with a 40s vibe but at the same time very contemp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Modern, Justine Porcelain Cappuccino Cup without handle, Beige
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Justine porcelain pieces are inspired by the ancient Byzantine jewelry. Delicate porcelain transforms cups into timeless design objects by translating pearl and stone details of jewe...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Hand Blown Glass Sunrise Sunset Cup 2
By Fort Makers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Surrealist-inspired sunrise sunset cups are hand blown in a kaleidoscope of ombre colors and adorned with contrasting orb handles to evoke a looking glass, a glimpse into a miniature...
Category
2010s American Modern Tableware
Materials
Blown Glass
Afroditi Stainless Steel Carafe by Afroditi Krassa
Located in Milan, IT
Afroditi is a stainless steel carafe designed by Afroditi Krassa. The silver finishing plays with the light of the room that emphasizes the elegant curves and the timeless...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Turquerie Ottoman Garden Flower Small Tray Set of 2
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Stunning ottoman garden flower small tray
serving and decorative tray.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Modern, Justine Porcelain Cappuccino Cup with Handle, Navy
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Justine porcelain pieces are inspired by the ancient Byzantine jewelry. Delicate porcelain transforms cups into timeless design objects by tr...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
21st Century Venaria Serving Leather Tray with Brass Handles Handmade in Italy
By Pinetti
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
Elegant, timeless and endlessly chic. These are the new Venaria trays by Pinetti, a sophisticated addition to our tabletop collection, even more strong thanks to the aluminium compos...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Contemporary Modern, Justine Porcelain Cappuccino Cup with Handle, Beige & White
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Justine porcelain pieces are inspired by the ancient Byzantine jewelry. Delicate porcelain transforms cups into timeless design objects by tr...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Contemporary Modern, Justine Porcelain Latte Cup with Handle, Beige & White
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Justine porcelain pieces are inspired by the ancient Byzantine jewelry. Delicate porcelain transforms cups into timeless design objects by tr...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Contemporary Modern, Justine Porcelain Coffee Cup & Saucer 100 ml, Beige & White
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Justine porcelain pieces are inspired by the ancient Byzantine jewelry. Delicate porcelain transforms cups into timeless design objects by translating pearl and stone details of jewe...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Timo Sarpaneva for Rosenthal, Rare Salt / Pepper Set in Porcelain
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Timo Sarpaneva for Rosenthal.
Rare salt / pepper set in porcelain decorated with water lilies. 1970s / 80s.
Measures: 8 x 6.5 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
Category
1970s German Vintage Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Contemporary Silver Plated Lava Stone Cup Handcrafted Italy by Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
Elevate your daily tea or coffee ritual with our exquisite lava cup. Handcrafted with plated brass, its geometric silhouette narrows at the base for a sleek and minimal aesthetic. Th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Silver Plate
Pond Big Mirror Polished Steel Champagne Holder Designed by Aldo Cibic
By Aldo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Pond is a steel champagne holder that can also be used as an ice bucket, imbuing every space with a sophisticated and timeless accent. Designed by Aldo Cibic, this piece was crafted of steel with a polished finish that plays with the surrounding light, highlighting the elegant curves of its silhouette. Pond is perfect whether in a domestic space and restaurants or lounge bar.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Hand Cutlery Servers Golden Plated Handcrafted Italy Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
Add an element of elegance and playfulness to your dinner table with our hand set. Handcrafted from metal and plated brass, its distinguishing feature is the anthropomorphic handle. ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Metal, Gold Plate
21st Century Dioniso Serving Tray with Coaster Holder Cover Handmade in Italy
By Pinetti
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
Our Dioniso trays boast a classic round silhouette in genuine leather and featuring two coaster holders in metal with chrome finishing.
Available in ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Metal
21st Century Steel Thermal Carafe Style with Grey Cover Handcrafed in Italy
By Pinetti
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
A lavish leather dress decorated with laser cuts beautifully finishes our "Style" thermal carafe.
Thanks to the practical zip the cover is easily rem...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Stainless Steel
Wheel Thrown Teapot with a Branch Handle 'Joinery' in White Clay with Cream
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
A wheel thrown Teapot with a branch handle (joinery) in White Clay with Cream
2022s / Belgium
Size : W 235, D 110, H 90 mm.
Artist : Sigrid Volders
[Sigrid Volders]
Based in...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Tableware
Materials
Ceramic
Timo Sarpaneva for Rosenthal, Rare Suomi Ice Bucket in Porcelain
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Timo Sarpaneva for Rosenthal.
Rare Suomi ice bucket in porcelain decorated with water lilies. 1970s / 80s.
Measures: 13 x 11 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
Category
1970s German Vintage Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Dotted Wall Hook in Stracciatella Clay and Sheer Glaze
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Dotted wall hook in stracciatella clay and sheer glaze
2022s / Belgium
Size : W320 D30 H120 mm
Artist : Sigrid Volders
[Sigrid Volders]
Based in Antwerp, Belgium, she works ...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Tableware
Materials
Ceramic
Modern tableware for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern tableware for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage tableware created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern tableware made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original tableware, popular names associated with this style include André Fu, Kartell, Patricia Urquiola, and Coralla Maiuri. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for tableware differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $15 and tops out at $69,597 while the average work can sell for $308.
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