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Embossed silver cup with floral motifs and bows on the handle
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Silver cup with floral motifs and bows on the handle. Metal: Silver. Origin: French
Category

Antique 19th Century European Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver

Silver cup with Greek friezes and raised bands at the top
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Silver cup with Greek friezes and raised bands at the top. Metal: Silver. Origin
Category

Antique 19th Century European Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver

Thomas Wolfe Factory Z Lion Pattern English Teacup and Saucer
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
by Thomas Wolfe (Factory Z) and dating from around 1810. The cup is of wide round shape with shaped
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Antique 1810s English George III Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Rolex Large nylon flag For the Rolex Cup Giraglia 2015
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Rolex Large nylon flag For the Rolex Cup giraglia 2015 Excellent condition 200 x 225 cm With its
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2010s Tapestries

Materials

Nylon

The Luska Bay Regatta Challenge Cup won by Surprise, 1878
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
This ornate repoussé silver trophy is in the form of a handled cup with an everted rim and tripod
Category

Antique 1870s English Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Silver

Inca silver shaker with a cup on the head in the shape of a hat
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Inca silver shaker with a hat-shaped cup on the head. Metal: Silver. Origin: Peruvian
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20th Century European Tableware

Materials

Silver

Multicolor Rainbow Coffee Porcelain Set with Gold Rims, Spain 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
coffee or tea demitasse cups and 6 saucers. This cool coffee set will add a pinch of glam and color to
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Porcelain

Materials

Gold Leaf

Three Chinoiserie Teabowl Set Circa 1725, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Reign
Located in seoul, KR
scene. The exterior of the cup features intricate details of trees, houses, mountains, and water, all
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Antique 1720s Vietnamese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Inkwell in red marble with "Allegory of writing" in gilt bronze, signed H.CHAPU
By Henri Chapu
Located in Paris, FR
two cups with their gilt bronze covers. The marble is enhanced by a decoration of gilded bronzes with
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells

Materials

Griotte Marble, Bronze

Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) Satsuma Cup and Saucer Pair by Kinkozan
By Kinkozan
Located in Newark, England
PAIR OF CUP AND SAUCERS BY KINKOZAN MEASUREMENTS Saucer 10.8cm Diameter x 1.5cm High (4.25 x 0.6
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery

1980s Bronze Cup with Pedestal by the Artist David Marshall
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s Bronze cup with Pedestal by the Artist David Marshall.
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Late 20th Century Spanish Mounted Objects

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Large Decorative Murano Red and Iridescent Goblet Glasses, Italy 1940s
Located in Roma, IT
a deep red glass with the cup made in a stunning iridescent multifaceted Murano glass that makes the
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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

"Freddie" Thomas The First Rider To Win The New Jersey Hunt Cup Twice
Located in Bristol, CT
Quickens The Pace At The 25th Fence And Goes On To Win 1931 Inscribed LL: Merry Christmas and a lot of winning rides in 1932 To Roberta and "Freddie" from the Paul Browns Mixed Me...
Category

20th Century Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

Materials

Paper, Watercolor, Gouache, Mixed Media

Set of Six Streamline Machine Age Art Deco Cocktail Glasses in Chrome
Located in New York, NY
material and design of the era. It features a stacked spherical design rising from the base of the cups
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Barware

Materials

Chrome

Fossile Espresso Cup by Paolo Rossetti for the Illy Collection
By Paolo Rossetti
Located in Weesp, NL
cup from the Artist Cups Espresso Tazzine D’Autore Illy Collection. Designed by the visionary Paolo
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1990s Italian Modern More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Ceramic

Victorian Side Table with Painted Rowing Club Decoration
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
commemoration to the cup winners from 1804 to 1807. A piece with a shield crest painted with chevrons, and gold
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Paris Porcelain Coffee Service in Charles X-Style
Located in Paris, FR
milk pot (Dimension: H 21cm, L 18cm D 10cm) - 4 coffee cups with saucers (Dimension. cups: H 10cm, L
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Antique 19th Century French Charles X Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Clear Murano Glass Handkerchief Vase with Morise, Giovanni Dalla Fina, 1990s
By Giovanni Dalla Fina
Located in Villaverla, IT
central sphere and the cup are made with transparent glass and are held together by a central brass stem
Category

1990s Italian Art Deco Glass

Materials

Brass

20th Century 2 lights Lotus Wall Lamp in oxidated nickel finish
By OMBRES ET FACETTES
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, IDF
The Lotus model is available with an oxidized nickel finish. The top of the cup has a wavy effect
Category

2010s French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze, Nickel

Paris porcelain service with landscape decorations
Located in Paris, FR
sugar bowl with two small handles and a finely decorated lid. - Six cups with saucers, decorated with
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Antique 1820s French Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Brown, Westhead, Moore/Cauldon Tea Set on Matching Lazy-Susan 12 Pieces
By Brown, Westhead Moore/Cauldon
Located in Great Barrington, MA
, four matching cups and saucers, creamer and sugar, all decorated with apple green enamels and gold trim
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Early 20th Century English Chinoiserie Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Coconut Cup
Located in New Orleans, LA
Carved from the shell of a coconut, this enchanting Chinese cup exhibits exceptional artistry. An
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Other Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Coconut

21st Century Italian Sterling Silver Chalice
By Arval Argenti Valenza
Located in VALENZA, IT
a band design ending with equilateral crosses. The cup is smooth and 24-karat gold-plated Italian
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

David Gilhooly "The First Morning Cup of Paula s Coffee" Print
By David Gilhooly
Located in San Mateo, CA
Print titled The First Morning Cup of Paula's Coffee by David Gilhooly (1943-2013). The print is
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Prints

Materials

Paper

Americas Cup Race
Located in Jacksonville, FL
"Americas Cup Race" or "America's Cup Defense, c. 1870-75" Antonio Jacobsen is one of the
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19th Century Paintings

Materials

Oil

Genuine wooden palmwine cup from the Kuba / Lele tribe DR Congo
By Kuba
Located in Bilzen, BE
A genuine carved wooden palmwine cup from the Kuba / Lele tribe DR Congo. First half 20th century
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Antique Early 19th Century Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Hollywood Regency Bar Cabinet in the Style of Willy Rizzo
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
reflective textures. Both the elements contain mirrored glass panels alternated by black fabric sections. Cup
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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Dry Bars

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome, Steel

Antique French Monteith Bowl or Rafraichissoir
Located in Sheffield, MA
and the cup in the water to rinse out for the next tasting. Chinese used these to chill wineglasses
Category

Antique 19th Century French Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Mid century Danish vintage still life oil painting of green leaves in a vase
Located in Ebberup, DK
vase with branches of green and reddish-brown leaves on a wooden table alongside a small white cup
Category

Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Paintings

Materials

Paint

Prelude de Lohengrin (2e planche) (The Appearance of the Holy Grail)
By Henri Fantin-Latour
Located in Fairlawn, OH
violins, and representing the descent of the Holy Grail (the cup out of which Christ legendarily drank out
Category

1890s Romantic Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Chelsea-Derby Chocolate Cup Set, Gilt Stripes, Puce Flowers, Rococo 1770-1775
By Chelsea-Derby, Derby, Chelsea Porcelain
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful chocolate cup set made by Chelsea-Derby between 1770 and 1775, which was the
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Antique 1770s English Rococo Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

MUGLER Crystal Teardrop Corset Top Rhinestone Corsage
By Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
bodice is adorned with intricate crystal embellishments, cascading down like dewdrops from the cups
Category

1990s Italian Corsages

Silver cup and saucer with wavy engravings and friezes around the edges
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Silver cup and saucer with wavy engraving and friezes on the surroundings. Metal
Category

Antique 19th Century European Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver

Early 19th Century Spode Porcelain Coffee Can Hand Gilded Pattern 1099, Ca 1810
By Spode
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a fine example of an English George III period, porcelain, coffee can (cup), made by Spode
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver Presentation Bowl (1993)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
personal inscription if so desired. The cup was crafted by the London silversmiths W Batty & Sons in
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Vintage 1930s British Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Ship Vessel by Ron Nagle
By Ron Nagle
Located in Morton Grove, IL
varied career has received recognition on several levels. He has made the cup, in all its forms and
Category

2010s Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Enamel

Ship Vessel by Ron Nagle
By Ron Nagle
Located in Morton Grove, IL
varied career has received recognition on several levels. He has made the cup, in all its forms and
Category

2010s Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Enamel

"Mr. E" Plate by Ron Nagle
By Ron Nagle
Located in Morton Grove, IL
varied career has received recognition on several levels. He has made the cup, in all its forms and
Category

1980s Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Octopus Sake Set by Ron Nagle
By Ron Nagle
Located in Morton Grove, IL
– Nagle’s long and varied career has received recognition on several levels. He has made the cup, in all its
Category

1980s Contemporary More Art

Materials

Clay

Midcentury Modern Brass 6 Arm Candlestick, Sweden Gunnar Ander for Ystad-Metall
By Ystad-Metall, Gunnar Ander
Located in Knivsta, SE
collecting the melted wax within the cup. Wear consistent with age and use.
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

A Large Finely Carved ‘Cup Carrier’ of a Women with Child
Located in London, GB
A Large Finely Carved ‘Cup Carrier’ of a Women with Child Superb colour and rich patina 
Wood
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Early 20th Century Congolese Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Set of six glasses, 1950s, Mid-Century, Sights of Venice, Italy
Located in Wien, AT
cups have a base in round shape of colorless glass with a golden ring, which then merges into a bulbous
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Glass

4 Porcelain Cups and Saucers from the 1960s by Maison Thomas.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
4 porcelain cups and saucers from the 1960s by Maison Thomas. 4 porcelain cups and saucers with a
Category

20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Royal Winner Slim Aarons Estate Stamped Print
By Slim Aarons
Located in London, GB
of the Windsor Park Team, with the Windsor Cup after his team beat India during the Ascot week Polo
Category

1950s Modern Color Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Italian Venetian Multicolor Murano Glass Goblet with Morise 1980s Handcrafted
Located in Villaverla, IT
sides and the many detailed decorations that embellish the neck. The cup and the base are decorated with
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass

Bing Grøndahl, Tema. Four egg cups in stoneware. From the 1970s.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Bing & Grøndahl, Tema. Four egg cups in stoneware. From the 1970s. Model 696. Marked. In perfect
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Stoneware

Silver cup with engraved floral motifs and raised frieze on the base
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Silver cup with engraved floral motifs and a raised frieze on the base. Metal: Silver
Category

20th Century European Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver

Elegant Vintage Coffee Set – Italian Art Deco, 1960s
By Spa Monopole
Located in Ljubljana, SI
by the renowned Monopoli company (maker’s mark visible on the bottom of the cups). The set includes
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Porcelain

Materials

Brass

Transparent Venetian Murano Stem Glass with Gold Finishes Italy 1990s
By Giovanni Dalla Fina
Located in Villaverla, IT
cup are made using the "baloton" technique. The stem is wonderfully decorated by a fruit garden with a
Category

1990s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass

Terry O Neill - Pelé kissing the World Cup Trophy, Photography 2013
By Terry O Neill
Located in Stamford, CT
Football legend Pele kisses the World Cup Trophy on the beach near his home in Santos, Brazil in
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Photography

Materials

Archival Paper, C Print

Japanese Art Nouveau Cloisonne and Ginbari Amphora Vase, Meiji Period, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
pair of handles join the high shoulders and tall neck. The cupped mouth of floriform. The vase
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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Art Nouveau Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel, Foil, Wire

Derby Coffee Cup, Monochrome Sepia Landscapes Zachariah Boreman, ca 1785
By Crown Derby, Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a very rare and stunning coffee cup and saucer made by Derby in about 1785. The set has a
Category

Antique 1780s English Romantic Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

GIA 12.63ct Fancy Yellow Radiant Diamond 3-Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
side of the cup is pave set with 98 pieces of 0.8 mm Round brilliant Yellow diamonds (0.34 Ct TW) to
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Silver and Cut Glass Liquor or Whisky Flask
Located in Philadelphia, PA
silver cup that fits on the base, a swivel top silver cap, and strawberry field wheel cut decoration to
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver

Italy 1960 Post-Modern Murano Blown Glass Goblet
Located in Brescia, IT
cup has a vibrant color, the purple color. This piece can be part of your collection or can be put
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Early 19th Century Spode Porcelain Coffee Can All Hand Gilt Pattern, circa 1810
By Spode
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a good example of an English George III period, porcelain, coffee can (cup), made by Spode
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Christ Supported by an Angel in the Garden of Gethsemane, On Slate
Located in Stockholm, SE
corner, another angel presents the chalice—the "cup of suffering"—a reference to Christ's prayer, "Father
Category

Early 17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Slate

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The Cup For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic the cup available at 1stDibs. A the cup — often made from ceramic, metal and porcelain — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect the cup — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A the cup made by Regency designers — as well as those associated with Georgian — is very popular. The Stieff Co., Bing Grøndahl and Minton each produced at least one beautiful the cup that is worth considering.

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Questions About The Cup
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A wedding cup has a swiveling cup and a hollow dress which allows both the bride and groom to drink simultaneously. It is used for a toast and a trial for the bride and the groom. Find a collection of vintage and antique wedding cups on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Bone china cups are made from a type of porcelain consisting of bone ash, kaolin and feldspathic material, and it contains a minimum of 30% phosphate from animal bone.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A demitasse cup is used for serving Turkish coffee or espresso. In French, demitasse translates to “half cup,” and therefore holds between 2-3 ounces of liquid.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A demitasse is half the cup of a traditional mug. Demitasses usually come with accompanying saucers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The tradition of the loving cup involves two people drinking out of the double-handled cup at the same time. It is a common part of Scottish wedding ceremonies and symbolizes the intimacy and selflessness that come with marriage. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of loving cups.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Stirrup cups were traditionally used for giving a drink to someone on horseback. Most often, people presented them to those about to depart for hunts. As a result, many have deer, fox, dog or duck etchings. Find a variety of stirrup cups on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A loving cup was originally a drinking cup that was designed to be shared at banquets, weddings and other celebrations. It featured two handles to make it easier to pass along. Cups would also be used as trophies, and led to the classic double-handled cup trophy shape. Shop an array of loving cups from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A stirrup cup is a drink or parting cup that’s given to guests when they’re leaving. This goes back to when guests would leave on horseback, literally with their feet in stirrups. Stirrup cups are also often tied to a hunt and handed to hunters as they arrive home or leave for a hunt. Find an assortment of stirrup cups from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Espresso cups are called demitasses. The name means "half cup" in French and refers to the small size of the drinkware. Most demitasses hold 2-3 ounces of liquid, making them roughly half the size of mugs used to serve coffee. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of demitasses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Japanese tea cups are usually called Yunomi, which are cylindrical in shape. They do not have any handles. These tea cups are made of ceramic materials and are the most common tea cups used in Japan. Grab your unique Yunomi tea cups on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The tin cup necklace got its name after this delicate pearl necklace became famous for being worn by actress Rene Russo, who starred in the movie Tin Cup. On 1stDibs, find an array of tin cup necklaces to enliven your look.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Traditionally, hot beverages presented as small servings are served in a demitasse cup. Examples include single and double shots of espresso and other strong coffee drinks like Greek and Turkish coffee. Find a range of antique and vintage demitasse cups on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A plate under a teacup is a saucer. Often, saucers come with teacups and show off matching designs. The use of saucers dates back to the Middle Ages. During the 18th century, people often poured tea onto the saucer to cool it and then sipped from the dish. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of saucers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Handleless tea cups are called “sipper cups”, and are probably the oldest form of tea cups. There’s also a proper way to use them - two fingers on the bottom and your thumb on top of the cup. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary tea cups from some of the top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The cup that a king drinks out of is known as a chalice. In addition to their association with members of the monarchy, the vessels are also a part of traditional Catholic masses for serving communion. You'll find a variety of antique chalices on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While a little copper exposure can be healthy, too much may be bad for your health and more acidic liquids can leech more copper out of the cup but this is still highly unlikely. You can also find unlined copper cups to be extra safe.