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Set of 12 Rare Crystal Footed Dessert Serving Coupes Saucers Arts Crafts
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This set of 12 dessert coupes are the perfect addition to any table setting. Crafted from crystal, each coupe features a unique handle, that are embellished with a folded rim on both...
Category

1910s Austrian Arts and Crafts Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Crystal

Jugendstil Centerpiece with Original Glass Vienna Around 1908 by Argentor
By Argentor of Vienna
Located in Wien, AT
Jugendstil centerpiece with original glass Vienna around 1908 by Argentor Brass parts polished and stove enamelled Original cut glass.
Category

Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

Beautiful Jugendstil Centerpiece, circa 1910s
Located in Wien, AT
Beautiful Jugendstil centerpiece, circa 1910s Polished and stove enameled.
Category

1910s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Centerpiece Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco centerpiece around 1920s Polished and stove enameled Original glass inside Diameter without handles: 20,5cm Diameter with handles: 29cm The glass is in good condition.
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Centerpiece with 5 Glass Parts Vienna around 1910s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco centerpiece with 5 glass parts Vienna around 1910s Brass polished and stove enamelled.
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Ceramic, Nickel Conbination Ashtray Set Vienna Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco ceramic - nickel conbination Ashtray set vienna around 1920s Original condition.
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Nickel

Art Deco Centerpiece with Original Glass, Vienna, circa 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco centerpiece with original glass, Vienna, circa 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled Original glass.  
Category

1910s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

1910 s Carlsbad Gutherz Floral Blossom Pattern Tea or Coffee Pot
By Carlsbad
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Antique c1900s Mark & Gutherz Carlsbad Austrian Porcelain Blossom Pattern Tea/Coffee Pot
Category

1910s Austrian Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Cookies Bowl with Glass Vienna Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco cookies bowl with glass vienna around 1920s Polished and stove enameled.
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Plate Vienna circa 1920s Marked by Argentor
By Argentor of Vienna
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco plate Vienna circa 1920s marked by Argentor Polished and stove enamelled.
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Coffee Grinder Vienna Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco coffee grinder vienna around 1920s Original condition.
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Art Deco Centerpiece with Original Glass Vienna Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco centerpiece with original glass vienna around 1920s Polished and stove enamelled.
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

19th C. Parquetry and Mahogany Cave À Liqueur, 6 Decorated Decanters, 2 Glasses
Located in Morristown, NJ
Mid 19th c., Austrian, cave à liqueur. A mahogany veneer case with mixed wood rope border inlay
Category

19th Century Austrian Early Victorian Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Centerpiece Cut Glass and Brass Execution, Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco centerpiece cut glass and brass execution around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled.
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

Big Art Deco Note Pad, circa 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Big Art Deco note pad, circa 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled Wood polished.
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century Vienna Bird Epergne Centerpiece with Tulip Art Glass Vase
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Early 20th century Epergne centerpiece with two Vienna bronze cold painted cockatiels on teeter totter swings with a beautiful crackled pink ruffled art glass tulip vase. The piece i...
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Victorian Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Bronze

Round Brass, Glass Box for Cookies Vienna Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Round brass, glass box for cookies vienna around 1920s Polished and stove enamelled.
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

Breakfast Set for Butter by Argentor
By Argentor of Vienna
Located in Wien, AT
Breakfast for Butter by Argentor Polished and stove enameled.
Category

1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Tall Slender Vaseline Glass Decanter / Cologne Bottle
By Koloman Moser
Located in Westport, CT
Art Deco tall slender Vaseline glass Moser style unsigned faceted panel decanter / large cologne bottle, with elegant stopper.
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Cut Glass

20th Century Art Nouveau Green Ceramic Vase with Silver Rim/Collar, Austria
Located in North Miami, FL
20th Century Art Nouveau Green Ceramic Vase with Silver Rim/Collar, Austria By: unknown Material
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Enamel

Set of Twelve Late 19th Century Royal Vienna Plates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of twelve late 19th century Royal Vienna portrait plates with crimson borders, each with different scene, transfer with hand painted details, marked and titled to verso, all signed.
Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Art Deco alpaca serving bowl vienna around 1920
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco alpaca serving bowl vienna around 1920
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Alpaca

Purple Floral Tureen
Located in New York, NY
sprays in puce, topped by a large purple rose finial. Austria, mid 19th century Dimensions: 11.5" W x 7
Category

Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Faience

Austrian Art Nouveau Table Lamp, Silver-Plated Bronze, Circa 1900
By Art Decor
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Austrian table lamp, made of silver-plated bronze with satin-finished glass. Austria, CIRCA 1900.
Category

Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Bronze

20th Century Art Nouveau Copper Serving Tray, Gilt Brass Handles, AT circa 1900
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
period in Austria. Elaborately handcrafted around 1900, this one of a kind Vienna secession tray is an
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass, Copper

Hammered art deco brass serving plate vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Hammered art deco brass serving plate vienna around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Sugar bowl vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco Sugar bowl vienna around 1920s Original glass Brass polished and stove enameled
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

Kellner Brothers Vienna 1885 Austrian Vesta Tinder Box In .800 Silver With Knife
Located in Miami, FL
with wick, created in Vienna Austria for the Kellner Brothers Co. around the 1880's. It was crafted
Category

1880s Austrian Late Victorian Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

9 Art Nouveau Citrine Gilt Enamel Crystal Demitasse Cups Saucers, Atrib. Moser
By Koloman Moser
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of 9 Art Nouveau Citrine Glass Demitasse Cups and Saucers with Gilt Enamel, circa 1900 (18 Pieces Consisting of 9 Cups and 9 Saucers) A refined set of nine Art Nouveau demitasse...
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Crystal

Austrian Art Nouveau Table Lamp, Silver-Plated Bronze, Circa 1900
By Maison de l Art Nouveau
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Austrian table lamp, made of silver-plated bronze with satin glass. Austria, CIRCA 1900.
Category

Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Bronze

1851 Imperial Vienna Porcelain 27 piece Service for 18, very rare
By Royal Vienna Porcelain
Located in San Francisco, CA
Butterfield, and was told that it was consigned by the estate of a Austrian woman who brought the dishes over
Category

1850s Austrian Victorian Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Champagne or wine cooler vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Champagne or wine cooler vienna around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

Classical Vienna porcelain tray, The wise and foolish virgins circa 1890
By Imperial Vienna Porcelain
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality late 19th Century Vienna porcelain tray, hand painted with classical scrolling gilded decoration to the boarders, the central scene depicting 'The wise and foolish vir...
Category

Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Argentor brass serving tablet vienna around 1920s ( marked )
By Argentor of Vienna
Located in Wien, AT
Argentor brass serving tablet vienna around 1920s ( marked ) Brass polished and stove enameled
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

1728 Austrian Commode Trumeau in Walnut age Charles V of Habsburg silver Inlaid
Located in Vigonza, Padua
walnut with maple threads & silver inlaid. Upper part with two doors and two internal shelves ; the
Category

19th Century Austrian Renaissance Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Silver

Pair of Vienna Green Ground Ice Pails, circa 1780
Located in New York, NY
With covers and liners. Marked with under glaze blue shield mark.
Category

1780s Austrian Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Argentor serving plate ( marked ) vienna around 1910s
By Argentor of Vienna
Located in Wien, AT
Argentor serving plate ( marked ) vienna around 1910s Brass polished and stove enameled
Category

1910s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

Art Deco copper, brass serving plate vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Diameter without handles 32cm Diameter with handles 37cm Polished
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass, Copper

Art Deco Serving plate with glass around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco Serving plate with glass around 1920s Brass and copper polished and stove enameled Original glass
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass, Copper

Secession Hans Ofner/Josef Hoffmann egg cups
By Hans Ofner, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Secession Hans Ofner/Josef Hoffmann egg cups in original condition with patina. Salt and pepper cups are missing.
Category

Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Alpaca

Hammered Jugendstil fruit bowl vienna around 1910
Located in Wien, AT
Hammered Jugendstil fruit bowl vienna around 1910s Brass polished and stove enameled
Category

1910s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

Argentor brass serving plate ( marked ) around 1920s
By Argentor of Vienna
Located in Wien, AT
Argentor brass serving plate ( marked ) around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

Etched Porcelain Cabinet Plate Featuring a Famous Painting by Adolphe Bouguereau
By William-Adolphe Bouguereau
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully etched porcelain cabinet plate featuring a famous painting by Adolphe Bouguereau, Circa 1887. This is a reproduction of a depiction of the Greek Myth of Cupid and Psych...
Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Gold

Art Deco champagne or wine cooler copper brass vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco champagne or wine cooler copper brass vienna around 1920s Brass and copper conbination Polished and stove enameled
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass, Copper

Majolica Leave Shape Plate circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica leave shape plate , circa 1890.
Category

1880s Austrian Country Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Serving plate hammered copper vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco Serving plate hammered copper vienna around 1920s Original condition Original patina
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Copper

Lobmeyr 7 Piece Lobed Rose Shaded to Clear Crystal Cordial Set
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Great Barrington, MA
port. These would look lovely on a silver tray!
Category

19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Crystal

Austrian Jugendstil Bronze Vase Gustav Gurschner circa 1905 Silver Plated
By Gustave Gurschner, K.K. Kunst-Erzgiesserei Wien
Located in Klosterneuburg, AT
Austrian Jugendstil Patinated and Silver-Plated Bronze Vase designed by Gustav Gurschner
Category

Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Bronze

Large Brass Hagenauer Serving Tray
By Karl Hagenauer
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful antique Hagenauer brass serving tray. Decorated and hand crafted.
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

Big Serving plate with original cut glass vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Big Serving plate with original cut glass vienna around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled Original cut glass Wide without handles 30cm Wide with handles 36cm
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

Serving plate with cut glass plate vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Serving plate with cut glass plate vienna around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled Hand cut glass
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

Imperial Vienna Porcelain 18th Century Set of 4 Dinner 4 Soup Plates 2 Chargers
By Imperial Vienna Porcelain
Located in Katonah, NY
This lovely set of hand painted 18th-century Imperial Vienna Porcelain dishes features four dinner dishes, four soup/pasta dishes, and a pair of chargers for serving. The decoration ...
Category

Late 18th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Vienna Secessionist Marble, Copper and Brass Platter Tray
Located in Stamford, CT
Austrian Belgian black marble dish with a wonderful copper repousse band with decoration typical of
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Belgian Black Marble, Brass, Copper

A Fine Majolica Pewter Mounted Renaissance Style Wine Jug, circa 1880
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
mark on base, probably Austrian, circa 1880. The jug is 15"-inches high x 6 1/2"-inches in
Category

Late 19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Pewter

Art Deco brass and cut glass Butter serving bowl around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco brass and cut glass Butter serving bowl around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled Original cut glass inside
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Brass

Bertold Löffler Vienna Lidded Round Bowl with Cherub En Miniature, circa 1912
By Berthold Löffler
Located in Vienna, AT
/ vienna) was an important austrian painter, designer and graphic artist. Löffler, deriving from wealthy
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Sevres Style Paris Porcelain Gilt Tea Cup Saucer Alexander Great Dante
By Royal Vienna Porcelain
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An exceptional French Paris porcelain tea cup complete with its original undertray, of outstanding quality. First quarter of the nineteenth century. Exquisitely painted with Class...
Category

19th Century Austrian Regency Antique Austrian Silver

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

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Antique Austrian Silver For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of antique Austrian silver available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of antique Austrian silver — often made from metal, silver and ceramic — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each choice in our collection of antique Austrian silver bearing Art Nouveau, Art Deco or Victorian hallmarks is very popular. A well-made object in our assortment of antique Austrian silver has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Royal Vienna Porcelain, Moser Glassworks and Viennese Manufactory are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Austrian Silver?

A piece of antique Austrian silver can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,745, while the lowest priced sells for $140 and the highest can go for as much as $185,489.
Questions About Antique Austrian Silver
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify silver antiques, search for a maker's mark on the base, handle, interior and other inconspicuous areas. Using trusted online resources, research the maker to find out when it was in business and browse online catalogues and image galleries, looking for pieces that resemble yours. Doing so can help you get a rough idea of when your silver objects were manufactured. To be classified as antique, an item must be at least 100 years old. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a range of antique silver decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Whether antique silverware is real silverware or not varies. Many antique flatware pieces feature silver plate, so they consist of a base metal beneath a layer of genuine silver. There is also flatware made entirely from sterling silver, which is an alloy that is 92.5% silver and 7.5% base metal. Researching the hallmarks found on your silverware using trusted online resources can help you determine whether the items are sterling silver or silver plate. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique silverware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Yes, some antique silver plate is worth something. However, any value that a piece has usually comes from its rarity rather than from the cost of its materials, because silver plate contains very little pure silver. There is generally a demand for certain older pieces by Christoffle, Elkington Co., Mapp Webb and other well-known manufacturers. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate the condition of your piece and give you an idea of how much it is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver plate tableware, serveware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some silver-plated antique silverware may be worth something. Antique pieces are 100 years old or older, and because of their age, pieces in good condition may be sought after by collectors due to their rarity. The maker, style and type will also impact the potential resale value. In terms of value as scrap metal, antique silver-plated silverware usually isn't worth much because silver plate is made only from a small amount of pure silver. To get an estimated value for your silverware, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a wide range of antique silverware on 1stDibs.