Tableware
16
7,152
1,680
112
to
638
4,304
4,278
8,944
7,998
8,783
899
651
556
419
414
270
158
69
51
37
32
32
32
14
12
8
4
2
184
911
6,056
1,792
1,005
2,146
700
204
123
246
336
189
340
430
298
125
62
5,962
4,757
3,742
1,732
1,075
4,949
1,217
1,204
990
945
286
276
271
262
215
Tableware For Sale
Dutch silver serving spoon with openwork, 1883
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch silver serving spoon with openwork, 1883
Silver serving spoon from the Netherlands, dated 1883 with openwork
This spoon is sturdy and can be used for multiple serving purposes...
Category
Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Tableware
Materials
Silver
37 Pc Arte Italica Marinoni Tuscan Pewter & Porcelain Dinnerware Place Settings
Located in Dayton, OH
37 Pieces of Arte Italica Tuscan Dinnerware. 5 Full 5 piece place settings plus extras.
Includes;
9 Dinner plates 11"
9 salad plates 8.5"
6 shallow ...
Category
Late 20th Century Tableware
Materials
Pewter
Ornamental by Lameice Abu Aker Mouth-Blown Pastel Cups " Eye Candy"
Located in Jerusalem, IL
This piece is designed by Lameice Abu Aker a Palestinian designer based in Jerusalem.
mouth-blown, lampworked, and shaped, in Jaba' a small village in the Palestinian Territories. pr...
Category
2010s Tableware
Materials
Glass
Vintage Danish Tableware by J. H. Quistgaard, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish tableware by J. H. Quistgaard, 1960s
Danish ceramic tea set model Relief, designed by Jens Harald Quistgaard (IHQ) in 1959/1960. Primarily from Kronjyden, the first manufacturer, but also from Nissen and Bing...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware
Materials
Ceramic, Teak
Joy Collection, Big Steel Tray
Located in Santa Edwiges, MG
JOY COLLECTION
A thing of beauty is a joy for ever.
John Keats
I am free for the silence of shapes and colors.
Manoel de Barros
It is better to be happy than sad
Joy is the best...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Tableware
Materials
Steel
A Fine Early 20th Century 152 Piece Austrian Flatware Set by Berndorf Alpacca
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Fine Early 20th Century 152 Piece Austrian Dinnerware Flatware Set by Berndorfer Metallwaaren-Fabrik, stamped 'Berndorf Alpacca', The Neoclassical Revival style set of Alpacca flatware comprising of:
12 Fish knives
12 Salad forks
12 Salad knives
12 Pasta spoons
12 Dessert spoons
12 Coffee spoons
12 Tea spoons
12 Ice-cream spoons
1 Ice thong
1 Soup ladle
1 Serving spoon
1 Salad spoon
1 Sauce/Gravy ladle
1 Meat carving knife
1 Meat carving fork
1 Salad fork
All inside its original lined wooden storage-traveling cabinet. (See all images). Circa: Vienna, 1900-1930.
The Alpacca alloy was developed in 1823 by the German chemist Dr. Ernst August Geitner (1783-1852). It was very similar in its appearance to silver, therefore, this new alloy was first called "Argentan". It consisted of 20% nickel, 55% copper and 25% zinc. The new silver-imitating alloy soon became very popular. The Gebrueder Henninger (Henninger Bros.) proposed a similar alloy (5-30% nickel, 45-70% copper and 8-45% zinc with trace amounts of lead, tin and iron) which they called "Neusilber". Later both Argentan and Neusilber were used under the trade name of Alpacca (or Alpakka). The great advantage of the use of Alpacca alloy as the base metal for silver plating is that the appearance of the objects does not change significantly with the wearing away of the silver layer and, unlike sterling silver, it does not require frequent polishing or cleaning due to tarnishing.
The earliest known Berndorf Alpacca mark (No.1) was introduced around 1880 and used until 1891. I found it on the bottom of a 30 cl teapot bearing the inscription KRIEAU, which corresponds to the "Wiener Krieau", the famous race course in Vienna. The mark No.1 represents an oval of 3.0 x 3.6 mm size bearing the lettering "BMF ALPACCA" (which means Berndorfer Metallwaaren Fabrik or Berndorf Metalware Factory) with the "M" and "F" letters being fused. Inside the oval there is a profile of a walking bear looking down. This mark is quite rare.
BIBLIOGRAPHY
- Ingrid Haslinger, Tafelkultur Marke Berndorf, Das Niederoesterreichische Erfolgsunternehmen Arthur Krupps (Ketterl Verlag, Wien, 1998), pp.1-174, (in German).
- Dedo von Kerssenbrock-Krosigk and Claudia Kanowski, Modern Art of Metallwork (Berlin: Broehan Museum, 2001), 1-598.
- Musterbuch ueber Tafelgeraete in Alpacca-Silber I, Alpacca-Silber II und Alpacca, Unversilbert (Berndorfer Haus, Berlin, 1928), pp.1-53, (in German).
- Waltraud Neuwirth, Bluehender Jugendstil Oesterreich, Band 2: Firmen und Marken [Art Nouveau in Blossom - Austria, Vol. 2: Companies and Marks]. Vienna: Selbstverlag Dr. Waltraud Neuwirth, 1991, 1-288 (in German).
- David N. Nikogosyan, 2008, Marks of Silverplated Hollowware...
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Neoclassical Revival Antique Tableware
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Danish Modern Stainless Steel "Largo" Flatware Set by Lundtofte - 42 Pieces
By Lundtofte
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful Danish modern stainless steel "Largo" flatware set by Lundtofte, circa 1980s. The set totals 42 pieces and includes: 8 Forks, 8 salad forks, 8 soup spoons, 8 tea spoons, ...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tableware
Materials
Stainless Steel
Craftsman by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 65 pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Stately in perfect proportion, this design is an elegant execution of form and function. Very unassuming in appearance yet every bit as formal as our other patterns, Craftsman's unad...
Category
1930s Vintage Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Stainless Steel and Horn Tableware Set for 6 Germany 1950s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Stainless Steel and Horn 12 Pieces Tableware Set, Germany 1930s
A rustic tabelware set consisting of six knives and six forks. The handles are made of genuine deer horn. The...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Black Forest Tableware
Materials
Metal
Coffee Maker 'Accademia' Series by Ettore Sottsass for Lagostina, 1980s
Located in Ixelles, Bruxelles
Designer - Ettore Sottsass
Producer - Lagostina
Model - Coffee Maker "Accademia" Series
Design Period - Eighties
Measurements - Width 18 cm x Depth 11 cm x Height 25 cm
Materials - ...
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Tableware
Materials
Aluminum
German solid silver salt shakers set
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
German solid silver salt shakers set
solid silver salt shaker set
Excellent condition and suitable for use
Crica 1940 Origin Germany
solid silver
There are 4 salt shakers shaped like...
Category
1940s German Neoclassical Vintage Tableware
Materials
Silver
Art deco Silvered Fish Knife and Fork Serving Set vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Only Polished
Fish Knife: H: 2cm W:5cm D: 30cm
Fork: H: 2cm W: 5cm D: 26cm
Category
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Tableware
Materials
Metal
Tudor Scroll by Birks Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 140 pieces Dinner
By Henry Birks
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental Tudor Scroll by Birks Canada sterling silver Flatware set with bright-cut design, 140 pieces. This set includes:
12 Large Dinner Knives, 10 1/8"
12 Large Dinner Forks, 8...
Category
Late 20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Diamond by Reed and Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 51 pieces Modern
Located in Big Bend, WI
This pattern was designed by internationally renowned Italian architect and designer Gio Ponti and introduced by Reed & Barton in the year 1958. It has a wonderful Mid-Century Modern...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Prelude by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 40 pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
The smooth clean lines of this refined pattern are distinguished with deeply carved floral ornaments at the tip and neck. Raised borders along the fluted stem enhance the sophisticat...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Wave Edge by Tiffany and Co Sterling Silver Flatware Set 6 Service 30 pc Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Wave Edge was designed by Charles T. Grosjean, the renowned decorator of silver and introduced by Tiffany in 1884. The fanciful marine motif, graceful lines and stylized forms of Wav...
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Waterford Crystal Handle Flatware Set Service Lot 20 pcs Dinner Forks & Knives
Located in Big Bend, WI
Unusual Waterford Crystal handle with stainless blade/tines flatware lot, 20 pieces. This rare set includes:
10 Large Dinner Size Knives, 10 1/2"
10 Large Dinner Size Forks, 8 3/4"
...
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Craftsman by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 12 Service 67 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Stately in perfect proportion, this design is an elegant execution of form and function. Very unassuming in appearance yet every bit as formal as our other patterns, Craftsman?s unad...
Category
1930s Vintage Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Craftsman by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 8 Service 48 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Stately in perfect proportion, this design is an elegant execution of form and function. Very unassuming in appearance yet every bit as formal as our other patterns, Craftsman's unad...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Olive Wood Salad Servers, France 1970s
Located in ROUEN, FR
Olive Wood Salad Servers, France 1970s.
Very elegant design in perfect condition.
Servers are polished, which gives them a very soft touch.
A chic piece to add to the kitchen !
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Fruitwood, Olive
6 Bicchieri Smoke Joe Colombo per Arnolfo di Cambio altezza 12 cm.
Located in Milano, IT
6 Bicchieri Smoke Joe Colombo per Arnolfo di Cambio
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware
Materials
Glass
Waterford Crystal Handle Flatware Set of 4 Steak Knives
Located in Big Bend, WI
Set of 4 Steak Knives, 9 1/2", with Waterford Crystal handles with stainless blades. They are in excellent vintage condition, with no monograms.
100% Satisfaction guaranteed!
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cluny by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 60 pieces Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
The academic nature in which designer Antione Heller looked to the past for inspiration also stems from the Beaux Arts movement. Cluny takes its name and inspiration from a real plac...
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Violet by Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 87 pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Violet by Wallace sterling silver Flatware set - 87 pieces. This set includes:
12 Knives with silverplated blunt blades, 9 1/8"
12 Forks, 7 1/8"
12 Salad Forks, 6"
12 Teaspoons, 5 7...
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Danish silversmiths. Large "Old Danish" serving spade and nutcracker in silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish silversmiths. Large "Old Danish" serving spade and "Old Danish" nutcracker in 830 silver.
Approximately from the 1920/30s.
The spade is stamped: C. Møinichen.
In excellent con...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Tableware
Materials
Silver
Paramount by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 66 pieces in Chest
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gorgeous Paramount by Kirk sterling silver Flatware set, 69 pieces. This modern design is based on the New York city skyline and architecture (see copy of original advertisement for ...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Fiddle Thread & Shell by James Robinson Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service
Located in Big Bend, WI
James Robinson
For 70 years, James Robinson has been selling exquisite handmade sterling silver flatware in Sheffield, England. Today, the silver is still made in the traditional wa...
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Ornamental by Lameice Abu Aker Mouth-Blown Pastel Pitcher "Eye Candy"
Located in Jerusalem, IL
This piece is designed by Lameice Abu Aker a Palestinian designer based in Jerusalem.
Mouth-blown, lampworked, and shaped, in Jaba' a small village in the Palestinian Territories. pr...
Category
2010s Modern Tableware
Materials
Glass
Grande Imperiale by Buccellati Italy Silver Flatware Set Service 48 pcs Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Handcrafted from sterling silver. Made in Italy by the 18th century house of Buccellati, whose artisans emphasize timeless style, integrity of materials, and pleasure of use when des...
Category
Late 20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Onslow by Tuttle Sterling Silver Flatware Service 12 Set 155 pcs Dinner Old
Located in Big Bend, WI
Onslow is finely crafted of heavier weight sterling silver. Impressive in the hand with dramatic pistol handles it is perfect for traditional to transitional table-scapes. This versa...
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sunset by Allan Adler Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 40 pieces Dinner
By Allan Adler
Located in Big Bend, WI
Alan W. Adler (May 8, 1916 - December 3, 2002) His clean, unadorned and well-crafted style was strongly influenced by the traditional work of early American silversmiths and the con...
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Majestic by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 77 pcs Multi motif
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful Majestic by Alvin sterling Silver flatware set - 77 pieces. This floral multi-motif pattern was introduced in the year 1900. This set includes:
12 Knives with blunt silve...
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Royal Husk by CJ Vander English Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Dinner 107
By C.J. Vander
Located in Big Bend, WI
C.J. Vander was the last of England's preeminent silver firms, creating exceptional silver masterpieces using the time-honored traditions of the silversmith's art. In fact, they were...
Category
Early 20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Silver Plated Etched Coffee Pot Teapot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Silver Plated Etched Coffee Pot Teapot. Circa early to Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 6" H x 10" W x 4.75" D.
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Tableware
Materials
Silver Plate
Fiddle Shell by Frank Smith Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 54 pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Fiddle Shell by Frank Smith sterling silver flatware set, 54 pieces. This set includes:
12 Regular Knives, 8 7/8"
12 Regular Forks, 7 1/4"
12 Salad Forks, 6 5/8"
12 Teaspoons, 5 3/...
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Winslow by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 51 pieces Monogram S
Located in Big Bend, WI
Winslow by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware set, 51 pieces. This set includes:
8 Knives, 8 7/8"
8 Forks, 7 1/8"
8 Salad Forks, 6 1/4"
8 Teaspoons, 5 7/8"
8 Cream Soup Spoons, 6"
8 Flat...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Trellis by Vera Wang Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 30 pcs Dinner Scarce
By Vera Wang
Located in Big Bend, WI
Designer Vera Wang of New York brings beauty from the outdoor flower garden to grace your table with the finest techniques of sterling silver craftsmanship. Made from Sterling Silver...
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Craftsman by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 8 Service 47 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Stately in perfect proportion, this design is an elegant execution of form and function. Very unassuming in appearance yet every bit as formal as our other patterns, Craftsman?s unad...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Revere by International Sterling Silver Flatware Individual Fish Set 24 pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare Revere by International c1898 Sterling Silver Fish set - 24 pieces. This fish set includes:
12 Individual Fish Knives, flat handle all-sterling, with light gold-wash on blades,...
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Aria by Christofle France Sterling Silver Flatware Service 12 Set 79 pcs in box
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.
Exc...
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Repousse by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 80 pcs Dinner Old Early
Located in Big Bend, WI
In 1828, the Baltimore firm Kirk, introduced the Repousse pattern. This pattern was named after the art of repoussé (the process of embossing metal from the back by hammering), origi...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Monticello by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 12 Service 60 Pieces
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monticello by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware set - 60 pieces. This set includes:
12 Knives w/ blunt stainless blades, 8 5/8"
12 Forks, 7 1/4"
12 Salad Forks, 6"
12 Teaspoons, 5 3/4"
...
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Italian 1940s Sculpted Wood Nut Cracker with Hammer
Located in Milan, IT
Italian 1940s Sculpted Wood Nut Cracker with Hammer
Category
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tableware
Materials
Oak
Carthage by Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 95 pcs Arts & Crafts
Located in Big Bend, WI
Arts & Crafts Carthage by Wallace sterling silver Flatware set with subtle hand hammered finish - 95 pieces. This set includes:
12 Regular Knives with blunt stainless blades, 8 1/2...
Category
1910s Arts and Crafts Vintage Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Leather Trinket Tray - Small Square Object Holder - Handmade - Color: Savannah
Located in Curitiba, Parana
OBJECT HOLDER
The Trinket Tray/Object Holder Line can be used as organizers for everyday objects or as your imagination suggests.
Made of genuine leather, the Italian border finish...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Tableware
Materials
Leather
Valdres by Marthinsen Norway 830 Silver Flatware Set Service 56 pieces Luncheon
Located in Big Bend, WI
Valdres by Th. Marthinsen (Norway) 830 silver flatware set with ornate pierced handle, 56 pieces. This set includes:
8 Luncheon Knives, 8 1/4"
8 Luncheon Forks, 6 3/4"
8 Pastry Fork...
Category
20th Century Norwegian Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Early Colonial by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 6 Service 36 Pieces
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Scarce Early Colonial by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware set - 36 pieces. This set includes:
6 Knives, 9 1/8"
6 Forks, 7 5/8"
6 Salad Forks, 6 3/8"
6 Teaspoons, 6 1/8"
6 Place Soup S...
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Raleigh by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 76 pcs Beaded Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare Dinner Size Raleigh by Alvin c1900 sterling silver flatware set - 76 pieces. This set includes:
12 Dinner Knives w/blunt stainless blades, 9 5/8"
12 Dinner Forks, 7 1/2"
12 Lun...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Williamsburg Shell by Stieff Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 84 pcs Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner Size Williamsburg Shell by Stieff Sterling Silver Flatware set - 84 pieces. This set includes:
The popular Williamsburg Shell pattern is best known for its substantial pistol...
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Classic Rose by Reed and Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 42 pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Classic Rose by Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware set - 42 pieces. This set includes:
8 Knives, 9 1/8"
8 Forks, 7 1/2"
8 Salad Forks, 6 5/8"
8 Teaspoons, 6"
1 Gravy Ladle, 7"
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Williamsburg Shell by Stieff Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Dinner Service 51 Pc
Located in Big Bend, WI
The Williamsburg Shell pattern is best known for its substantial pistol-grip knife, and the classic colonial shell design on the handle.
Williamsburg Shell by Stieff Dinner Size ste...
Category
1970s Vintage Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Eighteen Ten 1810 by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 156
Located in Big Bend, WI
An American classic, 1810 is a faithful reproduction of a coin silver pattern from the original Colonial die owned by International Silver. Simple lines, generous proportions, and gr...
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rose Cascade by Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Service 12 Set 59 pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rose Cascade by Reed & Barton Sterling Silver flatware set - 59 pieces. This set includes:
12 Knives, 9"
12 Forks, 7 1/4"
12 Salad Forks, 6 1/2"
12 Teaspoons, 6"
1 Gravy Ladle, 6 ...
Category
1950s Vintage Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Spanish Lace by Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 40 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Spanish Lace by Wallace Sterling Silver flatware set - 40 pieces. This set includes:
6 Knives, 9 1/4"
6 Forks, 7 5/8"
6 Salad Forks, 6 3/4"
6 Teaspoons, 6 1/4"
6 Cream Soup Spoons, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chrysanthemum by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 135 pieces Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
One of Durgin's most popular and beautiful patterns is '"Chrysanthemum". The design is of leaves and chrysanthemum buds and blooms on the front. The back displays 2 chrysanthemums in...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Grande Renaissance Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 79 pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Grande Renaissance by Reed and Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set - 79 pieces. This set includes:
12 Regular Knives, 9"
12 Regular Forks, 7 3/8"
12 Salad Forks, 6 3/8"
12 Teaspoons...
Category
1960s American Vintage Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Michael Winter - Mid Century Silver Salt & Pepper Shakers - London 1979
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1979 by Michael Winter, this handsome pair of Sterling Silver Salt & Pepper shakers, are in the modernist style, with bark effect decoration.
Each shaker me...
Category
1970s English Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. Set of eight "Solöga" (Sun Eye) plates.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Carl Harry Stålhane (1920-1990) for Rörstrand, Sweden.
A set of eight "Solöga" (Sun Eye) plates in earthenware.
From the 1960s.
Marked.
Perfect condition. Appears unused.
First fact...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tableware
Materials
Earthenware
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.
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
French Silver Plate Flatware
Silver Plated Dessert Spoon
Antique 3 Tine Fork
Asparagus Set
Pastry Server
Tiffany And Co Tableware
Dinner Place Setting
French Napkins
Ice Tea Glass Mid Century
Oyster Forks Set
Salad Cutlery
Tiffany Salad
Antique Cocktail Spoon
Antique Demitasse Spoons
Antique Silver Demitasse Spoons
Nut Plate
Oyster Forks Silver
Oyster Forks