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1960s Teakwood Serving Tray Cheese Charcuterie Board Denmark
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Modern staved teak wood hostess serving charcuterie tray cheese cutting board with handle from
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

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Teak

Dark Wood Cheese Tray with Faux Bamboo Handles and Ceramic Knife
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Dark Wood Cheese Tray with Faux Bamboo Handles and Ceramic Knife – Mid-20th Century Description
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1970s French American Classical Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Ceramic, Wood, Glass

French Vallauris Majolica Ceramic Cheese Serving Tray, 1950s
By Vallauris
Located in Barcelona, ES
Cool round shaped woven motif ceramic platter for cheese of desserts, France, 1950s. This beautiful
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

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Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery, Bamboo

Y2k New Years Millenium Cheese Knives/Spreaders - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Celebrate in style with this Y2K New Year's Millennium cheese knives and spreaders set. Featuring
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1990s Unknown Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Stainless Steel

Midcentury Vintage Decorative Porcelain Cheese Plate with Mouse, Italy, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Unique decorative cheese plate with Mouse from Italy. Produced in 1970s. Plate is hand painted
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass

Mid-Century Marble Cheese Board by Georges Briard
By Georges Briard
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice mid-century marble cheese board by Georges Briard, circa 1970s. The piece is in very
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Mid-20th Century Taiwanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Marble

Mid-Century Modern Danish Stainless Steel Cheese Slicer
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Danish cheese slicer. Classic clean and lean Danish tableware, this polished
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

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Stainless Steel

1950s French Gien Straw Pattern Cheese Course Service, 9 pieces
By Gien
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Gien, a straw pattern cheese service, a server and eight plates, France, circa 1950s. The
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1950s French French Provincial Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Earthenware

Elegant set of three Cheese Trays from the Mid-20th Century
Located in Knivsta, SE
Elegant set of three Cheese Trays from the Mid-20th Century. Cool design in glass, brass and wood
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Mid-20th Century European Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Brass

Dansk Cheese / Charcuterie Board by Jens Quistgaard Denmark
By Dansk
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted teakwood cheese and charcuterie board with center platform for the goodies and
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Teak

Georges Briard Fancy Free Cheese Dip Wooden Board – 1961
By Georges Briard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Georges Briard, a three-piece cheese and dip board set, signed, shown in the 1961-1962 product
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Ceramic, Walnut

William Spratling Sterling Silver Cheese Board with Knife
By William Spratling
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Cheese board by William Spratling was created circa 1958 in Mexico; the board decoration has
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1950s Mexican Art Deco Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

1960s Hostess Cheese Board and Butter Dish Set Japan
By Dansk
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Modern Hostess Gift New Cheese Board and Butter Dish Japanese Stamped Japan Stainless Steel
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1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Stainless Steel

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver and Stainless Cactus Cheese Plane 222
By Gundorph Albertus
Located in Hellerup, DK
A vintage Georg Jensen cheese plane with sterling silver handle and stainless steel blade, item 222
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

St Clement Mid-Century Modern Charcuterie/Cheese Plate - Fance
By Saint-Clément
Located in Linkebeek, BE
St Clement Mid-Century Modern Charcuterie/Cheese Plate - Fance Mid-Century - Table decoration
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Swedish Teak Serving Tray or Cheese Board
By Finn Juhl, Hans J. Wegner, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century Modern serving tray or cheese board. In teak wood with a round tray body and a
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Teak

Gold-plated silver cheese knife with grooves along the handle
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Gilded silver cheese knife with grooves along the handle. Metal: Silver. Origin
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20th Century European Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Silver

Cheese Tray in Ceramic France 1970s White Color signed
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This cheese tray or platter is from France. It has been made in the 1970s. White Color. It is a
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1970s French French Provincial Vintage Cheese Glasses

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Couroc Cheese Board Wood Inlay Phenolic Resin Tray
By The Couroc Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Mid-Century Modern Era cheese board tray by Couroc of Monterey, California (1948-1998) – circa
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Plastic, Wood

Rosewood Brass Flatware 5 Serving Pieces Tongs Pie Bonbon Spoon Cheese Knife
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
9 inches long. There is a pie or desert server 9 inches long and 1 3/4 inches wide, a cheese knife 5
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Brass

French Fromage Cheese Knife Fork Utensil Cutlery Service, Set of 2
Located in New York, NY
A well-made French fromage cheese knife and fork cutlery service “Le Thiers" set by Claude Dozorme
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Late 20th Century French Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Midcentury Cheese Slicer, Designed by Janos Megyik for Amboss, Austria, 1950s
By Janos Megyik
Located in Vienna, Austria
A midcentury cheese slicer designed by Janos Megyik for Amboss Austria. This is boxed set and as
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Stainless Steel

Georg Jensen Acorn Cheese Knife in Sterling Silver and Stainless Steel
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Acorn cheese knife in sterling silver and stainless steel. Measures: Length 20.5 cm
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Miguel Berrocal (1933-2006), Cheese Service (22 pieces), Contemporary Spain 1980
Located in PARIS, FR
Superb post-modern Miguel Ortiz Berrocal (1933-2006) cheese service with 22 unique pieces (forks
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1980s Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Metal

Georges Briard Mid-Century Modern Walnut Enamel Cheese Board with Knife
By Georges Briard
Located in East Quogue, NY
A striking mid-century modern cheese serving board by celebrated designer Georges Briard, featuring
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Silver cheese knife with floral engravings and reed-style embossed handle
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Silver cheese knife with engraved floral motifs and embossed handle in the reed style
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20th Century European Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Silver

Cheese or Serving Tray in Ceramic France 1970s Green Color
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Cheese or Serving Tray in Ceramic France 1970s Green Color
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Ceramic

William Spratling Wood Sterling Silver Cheese Board With Knife and Sauce Spoon
By William Spratling
Located in Mexico City, MX
A rare ca. 1958 wood and Sterling silver cheese board with knife by American jeweler, silversmith
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1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Mid-Century French Majolica Lidded Pastry or Cheese Domes with Trays
Located in Dallas, TX
This rare matching pair of two-piece Majolica-style pastry or cheese domes was crafted in France
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Mid-20th Century French Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Faience, Majolica

Antique Cheese and Butter Knives with Deer Handles, circa 1950s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Cheese and Butter Knives with Deer Handles, circa 1950s A rustic serving set consisting of
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Mid-20th Century German Black Forest Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Metal

Modernist Brass and Cane Wire Cheese Slicer Knife by Penchoen Originals, 1960s
By Penchoen Originals
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant, modernist wire cheese knife in solid brass with cane-wrapped handle designed by Penchoen
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Brass, Wire

Vintage Teak "Cheese Tray" by Wiggers for Illums Bolighus, Denmark, c. 1950
By Dansk, Illums Bolighus, Wiggers, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Teak "Cheese Tray" by Wiggers for Illums Bolighus, Denmark, c. 1950 "nice cheese tray
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Teak

Mutenye Cheese Board by Jens H. Quistgaard for Dansk
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An uncommon, well-scaled and finely crafted circular mutenye serving board having an end grain cutting surface and a sculptural recessed well.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Wood

Serving Tray Cloche Plate Bell for Cheese or Fruit in Plastic and Wood France
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Large Wooden Cheese or Fruit Platter with Plastic Dome, Light Brown Patina This large cheese or
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Danish Teak Butter or Cheese Tray with Acrylic Lid
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Danish Modern cheese or butter dish in teak and acrylic. It features a sleek square lid
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Teak, Acrylic

Silver cheese knife and fork set with exposed handles enclosing monogram cards
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Silver cheese knife and fork set with revealed handles involving monogram cards. Metal
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20th Century European Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Silver

Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Teak Cheese Cutting Board with Built in Knife, 1960s
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in San Diego, CA
Teak Cheese Board Mid-Century Modern Dansk IHQ designer Jens Quistgaard teak cheese cutting board
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Teak

1960s DIGSMED Teakwood Cutting Board Cheese Charcuterie Denmark
By Digsmed
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Danish staved teakwood cutting board by Digsmed, Denmark Maker stamped. Wonderful original vintage condition. H 1 in. x W 10.4 in. x D 16.5 in. See images please.   
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Teak

Dansk Paddle Shaped Teak Cheese Board with Fitted Handle for Serving Knife
By Dansk
Located in San Diego, CA
Dansk Paddle Shaped Teak Cheese Board with Fitted Handle for Serving Knife, circa 1970s. The board
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Mid-20th Century Thai Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Teak

Vintage Vinyl Clad Cheese Board with Old World Map Ceramic Tile Cutting Surface
Located in Nantucket, MA
Mid-Century Modern oval cheese board clad in black vinyl with a ceramic tile inset cutting surface
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Ceramic, Plastic

1970s French Cheese Serving Tray Leaf-Shaped, Pink Black Hollywood Regency Style
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
1970s French Cheese Serving Tray, Leaf-Shaped, Pink & Black Hollywood Regency Style Description
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 10 French Faux Bamboo Forks, Fondue and Cheese Forks, 1970s
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Set of 10 French Faux Bamboo Forks, Fondue and Cheese Forks, 1970s Description: This charming set
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1970s French French Provincial Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Faux Bamboo

Staved Teak Cheese Board with Cutter by Vivianna Torun for Dansk
By Dansk
Located in San Diego, CA
A pristine solid teak cheese board with the cutter designed by Vivianna Torun for Dansk, circa
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Mid Century Digsmed Teak Charcuterie and Cheese Board Serving Tray
By Digsmed
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage teak serving board platter manufactured by Digsmed circa 1960's, Denmark. This handcrafted piece includes a handle for serving and wall hanging. The perfect size tray for ent...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Teak

Dansk Lg Knife and Teak Cheese Board by Vivianna Torun Denmark
By Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted staved teak wood cheese board with carved out area to the top edge of the board
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cheese or Serving Tray in Ceramic France 1970s Green and Brown Color
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Cheese or Serving Tray in Ceramic France 1970s Green and Brown Color
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Ceramic

Cheese or Serving Tray in Ceramic France 1970s Green and Yellow Color
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Cheese or Serving Tray in Ceramic France 1970s Green and Yellow Color
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Cheese Slicing Board in the Style of Danish Modern
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Cheese Slicing Board in the Style of Danish Modern. Vintage modern teak
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20th Century Thai Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Metal, Metallic Thread

Vintage Arthur Court Bunny Rabbit Cast Aluminum Teak Wood Cheese Cutting Board
By Arthur Court
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Arthur Court Bunny Rabbit Cast Aluminum & Teak Wood Cheese Cutting Board. Circa Late 20th
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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Teak Butcher Block Cheese Board by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in San Diego, CA
A very hard to find light wood Danish modern butcher block cutting board / cheese tray by Jens
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Ash

Cheese or Serving Tray in Ceramic and Wood France 1970s Brown Color
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This cheese tray or platter is from France. It has been made in the 1970s. Brown and Green Color.
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Bamboo Cheese Knifes, Small, Set of 6, Brown Color, France circa 1960
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
A great set of six small cheese knifes with stainless steel blade and real natural bamboo handles
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cheese Tray in Ceramic and Wood France 1970s Brown and Green Color
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This cheese tray or platter is from France. It has been made in the 1970s. Brown and Green Color.
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1970s French American Classical Vintage Cheese Glasses

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Ceramic, Wood

Bamboo Cheese Knifes, Small, Set of 6, Brown Color, France circa 1960
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
A great set of six small cheese knifes with stainless steel blade and real natural bamboo handles
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cheese Tray in Ceramic France 1950s Blue Color signed Birds Decorative Patterns
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This cheese tray or platter is from France. It has been made in the 1970s. Blue Color. Model
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1950s French French Provincial Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Ceramic

Cheese or Serving Tray in Ceramic and Wood France 1970s Brown Color
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This cheese tray or platter is from France. It has been made in the 1970s. Brown and Green Color.
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Small Portable Staved Teak Cheese Tray with Knife by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in San Diego, CA
Small portable staved teak cheese tray with knife by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk, circa 1970's. The
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cheese Glasses

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Vintage Cheese Glasses For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of vintage cheese glasses is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct vintage cheese glasses — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. Vintage cheese glasses have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco vintage cheese glasses are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made vintage cheese glasses over the years, but those made by Tiffany Co., Dansk Designs and Jens Harald Quistgaard are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Vintage Cheese Glasses?

Prices for vintage cheese glasses start at $25 and top out at $4,661 with the average selling for $225.

Finding the Right Dining-entertaining for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Vintage Cheese Glasses
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage glass, you will need to figure out if your item is between 20 and 99 years old. The easiest way to do so is first to determine the maker by looking for and then researching any markings present on the glassware. Unfortunately, vintage glass is often marked with paper and foil labels, which tend to come loose with use. As a result, experience and expertise are often necessary to accurately perform the identification process, so you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer weigh in if your glassware is unmarked. Find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    To tell if glass is vintage, first look for markings, often located on the bottom or inside of glassware. By researching the mark via online resources, you can determine the maker and learn more about your piece. Any glassware produced between 20 and 100 years ago qualifies as vintage, while older pieces are antique. In the event that you can't find any markings, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you. Find a wide variety of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Slag glass is pressed opaque glass that has colored streaks throughout. It was used in everything from lamp shades to decorative bowls. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic slag glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if glass is vintage, first look for a marking that indicates the maker. By researching the manufacturer using trusted online resources, you can learn when it produced pieces similar to yours and get a rough idea of your glassware's age. Any glass produced between 20 and 99 years ago is vintage. If you need assistance with the dating process, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a diverse assortment of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some vintage glass is worth something. Collectors are often on the hunt for pieces produced by certain makers, such as Blenko, the Culver Glass Company, Dorothy Thorpe, Libbey, Georges Briard and Arcoroc. In addition to who manufactured it, the style, type, age and condition of vintage glassware all impact the potential value. For assistance with the valuation process for pieces in your collection, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell if a glass vase is vintage, first research the maker. Look for markings on the inside and base, and then research them using trusted online resources to determine who produced your vase. By looking at when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours, you can typically roughly estimate its age. If your vase is between 20 and 99 years old, it is vintage. Vases that are 100 years old or older are antiques. For help with dating, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of glass vases.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if your vintage glasses are gold, look on the nose bridge and the temples for a purity mark. Makers often stamped their solid gold pieces with “12K,” “10K,” “14K” and other markings to identify their gold eyewear. You can research all of these markings using trusted online resources. Should you locate a "GF" mark, it is likely that your glasses are gold-filled rather than solid gold. This means that the frames are predominantly a less expensive metal but do have a thin layer of genuine gold alloy as a finish. Another mark that indicates your glasses contain some gold is "RGF." The mark stands for “rolled gold filled.” Glasses bearing this mark feature a gold-plated finish that is thinner than what's found on traditional gold-filled frames. For assistance identifying your eyeglass frame material, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a selection of vintage glasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if Murano glass is vintage, it's usually necessary to conduct some online research using trusted sources. Start by looking for a maker's mark and then cross-referencing it with images published online to determine who made your piece. By learning more about the manufacturer and what they produced over the years by reading histories and exploring product catalogues, you can estimate the rough age of your piece. For Murano glass to be considered vintage, it must be between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are classified as antique. If you need assistance with dating your glassware, seek the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a range of Murano glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    To tell if vintage Cartier glasses are real, first look for the brand's logo on the outside of the arms. It should be spelled correctly and in the French luxury fashion house's iconic gold-toned italic font. Because some vintage pieces may lack serial numbers and other markings used to identify contemporary eyewear, you may wish to enlist the help of a licensed appraiser or knowledgeable dealer for assistance with authentication. Explore a selection of Cartier glasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The easiest way to tell if a bead is glass or plastic is to feel it. Glass beads will be cooler to the touch, whereas plastic beads will be closer to room temperature and warm up quickly in your hands. Another test you can perform is to listen to the sound. Glass has a distinctive ring since it’s harder whereas plastic is softer and has a duller sound. Shop a range of vintage glass bead pieces on 1stDibs.