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Set of 24 Antique English Vermeil Gold on Sterling Silver Dessert Cutlery
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Set of 24 English "Vermeil" gold on sterling silver dessert cutlery, circa 1900.
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20th Century English Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Vermeil, Sterling Silver

11 Koka dessert plates by Hertha Bengtson for Rörstrand Sweden
By Hertha Bengtson
Located in BELFORT, FR
Set of eleven Koka dessert/cake plates by Hertha Bengtson for Rörstrand Sweden, manufactured in the
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Ceramic

Handblown Cranberry Shaded to Pink Flower Shaped Dessert Berry Set of 13 Pieces
Located in Great Barrington, MA
and 12 matching dessert bowls. The hand blown petal shaped bowls are cased in white with delicate
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1930s European Art Nouveau Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Glass

Henning Koppel for Georg Jensen, Strata Dessert Spoon, 25 Pcs in Stock
Located in København, Copenhagen
Henning Koppel for Georg Jensen. Strata dessert spoon in stainless steel and black plastic, 1960s
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Stainless Steel

Henning Koppel for Georg Jensen, Strata Dessert Spoon, 24 Pieces in Stock
Located in København, Copenhagen
Henning Koppel for Georg Jensen. Strata dessert spoon in stainless steel and cream-colored plastic
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Stainless Steel

Large Handmade French/Belgian Three Tier Dessert Stand, 1940 s
Located in Balen, BE
Handmade Farmhouse Metal Serving / Cake Stand – Possibly French or Belgian, Early 20th Century Charming Folk Art with Galvanised Sheet Metal Detailing This unique handmade serving o...
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1940s Belgian Folk Art Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Metal, Wrought Iron

Onslow Crichton English Sterling Silver Flatware Set Dessert in Box 36 pcs Gold
By Crichton Brothers
Located in Big Bend, WI
dyed faux bone handle Fruit and Dessert flatware set, 36 pieces. This set includes: 12 Dessert Spoons
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of 12 Tiffany French Limoges Dessert or Salad Plates
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of 12 Tiffany French Limoges Dessert or Salad Plates, France, circa 1970s. Very graphic design
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Eleven Bohemian Crystal Dessert Bowls by Jozef Stanik
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
1960s. This is an elegant set of serving bowls by Jozef Stanik. The bowls are in Bohemian crystal with pure gold rims and feature a curved base, that works non only as a base but a...
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1960s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Crystal

Rosenthal Dessert Plates Vintage Plates with Floral Pattern German Porcelain
By Rosenthal
Located in Bastogne, BE
Beautiful dessert plates of the finest white porcelain from the famous manufactory Rosenthal
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1990s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

11 Piece Set of Sarreguemines French Faience Majolica Dessert Plates
By Faienceries Sarreguemines
Located in Pasadena, TX
Set of Sarreguemines French Faience Majolica dessert plates, with a variety of fruit on a
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Mid-20th Century French Aesthetic Movement Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Clay

Towle Set of 12 Sterling Silver Dessert Plates in Mid-Century Modern Style
By Towle Silversmiths
Located in New York, NY
Set of 12 Towle, sterling silver dessert plates in Mid-Century Modern style, with an elegant
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Midcentury Hand Painted Ceramic Set of Bowls / Dessert Serving Set
Located in Barcelona, ES
. Manufactured by Vargas, Spain, 1960-1970. Six small bowls and a big centerpiece bowl. Useful as dessert set
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Brass Faux Bamboo Flatware, Dessert Set in Hollywood Regency Style, 70s
Located in Roma, IT
We are pleased to offer for sale an elegant and whimsical gold-toned Dessert Cutlery Set crafted in
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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Brass

Set of 12 Val St. Lambert Danse De Flore Cranberry Overlay Dessert Plates
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Great Barrington, MA
A rare and amazing set of 12 gorgeous dessert plates with cranberry overlay, cut to clear with
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Neoclassical Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Crystal

Set of Eight White Strawberry Leaf Dinner and Lunch/Dessert Plates
By Burleigh
Located in New York, NY
Set of ten white strawberry leaf lunch/dessert plates. Davenport Burleigh luncheon plates in the
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20th Century English Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Ceramic

Ringebu by David Andersen Norwegian 830S Silver Dessert Set 24 Pc Pierced Handle
By David Andersen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Ringebu by David Andersen 830S silver dessert set for 6 in the unique open handle pattern
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20th Century Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Silver

French Silverplated Art Deco Dessert Set by Apollo- Set of 13
Located in Ross, CA
Vintage French dessert set made by Apollo in France around the 1930's. The set includes one pie
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Silver Plate

French Ceramic Bleus D ailleurs Pair Of Dessert Plates By Hermes
By Hermès
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Hermès' Bleus d’Ailleurs pair of dessert plates, crafted in France from blue and white porcelain
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20th Century French Other Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Ceramic

Wonderful Cauldon England Tiffany Co New York Porcelain Lunch Dessert Plates
By Cauldon, Tiffany Co.
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful Cauldon England For Tiffany & Co New York Porcelain Lunch / dessert Set Of 11 Plates
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20th Century English Belle Époque Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Six French Porcelain "Assiettes Pompadour" Dessert Plates by La Chaise Lo
Located in East Hampton, NY
Set of six French Porcelain "Assiettes Pompadour" silhouette dessert plates by La chaise lounge
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20th Century French Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Wonderful Cauldon England Set 12 Lunch Dessert Plates Raised Gold Encrusted
By Cauldon
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful service of cauldon England consisting of set 12 lunch / dessert plates with raised gold
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20th Century English Belle Époque Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

16 Vintage Wedgwood Ruby Gilt Encrusted Dessert or First Course Plates
By Wedgwood
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
porcelain. The eight inch size is very flexible and can be used for first course, salad or dessert and
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1960s Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Set of Glazed Ceramic Pineapple Dessert Serving or Appetizer Snack Bowls
Located in Barcelona, ES
bowl. Spain, 1960s. This hand-painted set can be used to serve desserts, salads or appetizers and would
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Majolica, Ceramic

Set of six silver dessert spoons with trim and shells on the handle
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Set of six silver dessert spoons with grooves and shells on the handle. Metal: Silver
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20th Century European Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Silver

Lacquered Ceramic Dessert Plate by Antonia Campi for Richard Ginori, Italy
By Antonia Campi, Richard Ginori
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1970s. This is lacquered ceramic dessert plate hand-crafted and marked by Richard
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Ceramic

Piero Fornasetti Porcelain Sezioni Di Frutta Dessert Plate, No 4 for Tiffany
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Downingtown, PA
Piero Fornasetti Porcelain Sezioni Di Frutta Dessert Plate, No 4 in Series, Made for Tiffany
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Kontrollstelle for Rosenthal Germany Coffee / Dessert Set 54 Pieces
By Rosenthal
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage coffee set designed by Kontrollstelle for Rosenthal Germany. The porcelain set comes in a bone white and taupe colorway. A complete serving for 14 people plus two extra cake ...
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Mid-20th Century German Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Coffee Dessert Service by Rosenthal Bjorn Wiinblad 24-Karat Plated, 1980
By Rosenthal, Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in Bronx, NY
Magic flute coffee dessert service by Rosenthal Bjorn Wiinblad 24-karat plated by Rosenthal Bjorn
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1980s German Baroque Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Royal Worcester Hand Painted Gilded Dessert Service for Asprey s-17 Pieces
By Royal Worcester
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This eye-popping complete dessert service was especially made for Asprey's, London in 1937. Imagine
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1930s English Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

1970’s German Christmas Schumann “noel” Dessert Plates - Set of 14
By Schumann Arzberg 1
Located in Charleston, SC
This festive pattern was produced by Schumann from 1970 through 1980 and is now discontinued. It features a Christmas tree center on white with red trim. I’m not one to seek out a lo...
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1970s German Other Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Set of 12 Dessert Forks by Christofle Goldsmith in Paris, 1960-1970.
By Christofle
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of 12 dessert forks by Christofle Goldsmith in Paris, 1960-1970. Set of 12 silver plated
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20th Century French Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Silver Plate

7 Assiettes à dessert en gré émaillé par Suzanne Ramié pour MADOURA 1950s
By Suzanne Ramie, Madoura
Located in TOURCOING, FR
7 Assiettes à dessert en gré émaillé par Suzanne Ramié pour MADOURA 1950s
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1950s French Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Stoneware

Vintage Dessert Cutlery Set made in Silve Plated Faux Bamboo, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
A Mid Century Modern dessert cutlery set made in Italy by the historic cutlery company "San Marco
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1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Silver Plate, Steel

Wonderful Set 9 Royal Daulton English Raised Gold Encrusted Salad Dessert Plates
By Royal Daulton
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful Set Of 9 Royal Daulton English Raised Gold Encrusted Salad / Dessert Plates. Each Stamped
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20th Century English Belle Époque Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

HAMMERSLEY CO. - Nine Vintage Bone China Dessert Plates - U.K. - Circa 1950 s
By Hammersley
Located in Chatham, ON
HAMMERSLEY & CO. - Nine vintage bone china dessert plates - featuring fruit and floral transfer
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Mid-20th Century English Hollywood Regency Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Ceramic

Minton for Tiffany Co. Porcelain Dessert Plates with Gold Gilt Rims, Twelve
By Minton, Tiffany Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of twelve Art Deco dessert plates with gold gilt border By Minton for Tiffany
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Set Of 13 Rambouillet Faiencerie De Gien Dog Hunt Dessert Luncheon Plates
By Gien
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Set of 13 Rambouillet pattern by Faiencerie de Gien hunt luncheon plates with various dogs and game scenes on a brown leafy background. The plates include: (3) Pheasant (2) Labrador...
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20th Century French Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Earthenware

Georges Briard Hot Air Balloon Cup Plate Dessert Set with Cake Plate
By Georges Briard
Located in Stamford, CT
Georges Briard Hot Air Balloon dessert or snack set with matching footed serving plate. Service for
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1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Ceramic

12 Royal Worcester Hand-Painted Dessert Plates with Fruit Artist Signed Hummel
By Royal Worcester
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This set of 12 Royal Worcester dessert plates depicting central decoration of various fruits are
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1950s English Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Copeland Spode for Tiffany Dessert Tea Set for 12 Floral Japonesque Service
By Copeland Spode
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This is a complete dessert service for 12 that includes the matching coffee or teapot, creamer and
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Mid-20th Century English Japonisme Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Gundorph Albertus for Georg Jensen, Mitra Dessert Spoon, 12 Spoons Available
Located in København, Copenhagen
Gundorph Albertus for Georg Jensen. Mitra stainless steel dessert spoon. 1970s. Twelve spoons are
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Stainless Steel

Set of 12 Limoges Gilded Porcelain "Hémisphère" Dessert Plates by J.L. Coquet
Located in New York, NY
This elegant set of twelve (12) dessert plates were realized by the esteemed maker J.L. Coquet of
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20th Century French Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Gold

Teak Three-Tier Server Portable Dessert Cake Stand With Ring Handle Tripod Legs
Located in Chicago, IL
This three tier, teak tripod dessert server / stand has a Scandinavian modern style, a tripod
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Teak

Asian Tabletop Set 4 Bamboo Tumblers 4 Saki Cups 4 Dessert Plates Made In Japan
Located in Topeka, KS
porcelain dessert plates with plate stands, all with hand painted Asian details & made in Japan. Beautiful
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Bamboo

Charming Set of 2 Colored Liqueur Glasses With Twisted Stem, Ca 1930
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A beautiful and rare set of two antique liqueur or cordial glasses, hand-blown and dating to circa
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1930s French Romantic Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Blown Glass

Charming Set of 4 Colored Liqueur Glasses With Twisted Stem, Ca 1930
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
consistent with age. Perfect for serving aperitifs or dessert liqueurs, these glasses will impress your
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1930s French Romantic Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Blown Glass

Charming Set of 8 Colored Liqueur Glasses With Long Twisted Stem, Ca. 1930
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A beautiful and rare set of eight antique liqueur or cordial glasses, hand-blown and dating to
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1930s French Romantic Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Blown Glass

Charming Set of 6 Colored and Ribbed Liqueur Glasses With Twisted Stem, Ca 1930
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
light wear consistent with age. Perfect for serving aperitifs or dessert liqueurs, these glasses will
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1930s French Romantic Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Blown Glass

Charming Set of 6 Colored and Ribbed Liqueur Glasses With Twisted Stem, Ca 1930
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
. Perfect for serving aperitifs or dessert liqueurs, these glasses will impress your guests and bring a
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1930s French Romantic Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Blown Glass

Set of 12 Fine Royal Brierley Elizabeth Cut Wine Glasses
Located in Worcester, GB
Brierley crystal dessert wine glasses Fully hand crafted and of a superb weight. Cut in the Elizabeth
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Mid-20th Century British Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Cut Glass

Crystal Glasses of 14 Pieces, 2 Glasses with Silver Foot, Set for 2
Located in Delft, NL
cm diagonal 2 pieces of very small sherry or dessert wine glasses, these are 8,5 cm high and 4,5 cm
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Mid-20th Century European Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Crystal

Crystal Glasses of 24 Pieces, Set for 8
Located in Delft, NL
sherry or dessert wine glasses, these are 11.2 cm high and 5 cm diagonal.
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Mid-20th Century European Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Crystal

French Portieux Barware / tableware Amber colored Crystal Stemware
By Portieux Vallerysthal
Located in Tarry Town, NY
timeless appeal. Each one stands 8 1/2 by 4 1/2 inches. May be used as water glasses, wine glasses or as
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Mid-20th Century French Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Crystal

Mid Century French Glass Wrought Iron 2 Tier Tea or Dessert Trolley on Castors
Located in London, GB
A Mid Century French Glass & Wrought Iron Two Tier Tea or dessert Trolley on castors with
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Wrought Iron

Rare Space Age Picnic Set ‘Pic Boll’ by Carlo Viglino for Guzzini, 1960s
By Guzzini
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
dessert plates, 6 glasses, a container for salt and pepper, a container for oil and vinegar. Also the
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1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Plastic

Guillerme et Chambron Dessert, circa 1970
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A Guillerme et Chambron oak and glass dessert or bar cart, circa 1970.
Category

1970s French Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Ceramic, Oak

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Vintage Dessert Glasses For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of vintage dessert glasses available for sale. The range of distinct vintage dessert glasses — often made from metal, ceramic and porcelain — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of vintage dessert glasses available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage dessert glasses made by Neoclassical designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Vintage dessert glasses have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Tiffany Co., Georg Jensen and Royal Copenhagen are consistently popular.

How Much are Vintage Dessert Glasses?

Prices for vintage dessert glasses start at $18 and top out at $18,500 with the average selling for $549.

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 Dessert 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 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 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 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.