Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
WIT Mug / Candy / Ecru by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
The WIT cup is a multifunctional vessel with a playful stem. It can become your favorite coffee cup, a dessert bowl, a container for pens, or other favorite accessories. WIT chalices...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Clay
Vintage Ceramic Pottery Oval Bowl
Located in Medina, OH
Beautiful vintage oval decorative bowl. The outside and inside have a unique design and makes its a great piece to add to your home.
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Japanese Kazaribako Glass Box Kyohei Fujita
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Kazaribako "Ornamented Box" made of glass by Japanese artist Kyohei Fujita (1921-2004) circa 1980s. The hand-blown glass box with fitting lid is of an oval shape, slightly irregula...
Category
1980s Japanese Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver
1980's Modern Black Glass Serving Plate
Located in San Carlos, CA
✨ Elevate Your Decor with Elegance: Signed Black Art Glass Plate ✨
Make a bold statement in your living space with this striking black art glass plate featuring a mesmerizing relief...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
Modern Serving Tray Board Platter Two-tone Wood
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Modern Two-tone Wood Serving Tray Platter
8.5 d x 14.38 w d 1.63 h
Rosewood handles
Original vintage condition
See all images for details
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Wood, Rosewood
Laura Andreson ceramic / pottery pitcher , signed dated
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very nice and elegant ceramic pitcher by the well known potter Laura Andreson .
Category
1950s American Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
1990s Modernist Silver Plated French Ice Bucket by Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This French Ice Bucket by Christofle is a sleek and elegant piece of barware, reflecting the minimalist and contemporary design trends of the era. It has been crafted from high-quali...
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver Plate
Contemporary Handmade Ceramic Graham Lamp, Green Glaze
Located in Brooklyn, NY
One of a kind ceramic lamp, hand built and assembled by hand. The lamp base is made with red clay manufactured regionally to the East Coast with custom made copper green glaze. This ...
Category
2010s American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Brass
Asprey Thatcher-Era Parcel Gilt Sterling Silver Champagne Set
Located in New York, NY
English Thatcher-era sterling silver champagne set, 1981-3. Retailed by Asprey in London. This set comprises 4 flutes and 1 tray. Each flute: Ovoid bowl on gilt cast stem in form of ...
Category
1980s British Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plate "Elk Head" Stirrup Cup Barware - Hunt Club
By Gucci
Located in St. Louis, MO
Circa 1970s Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plated Elk Head hunting equestrian theme stirrup cup.
This drinking / vessel cup can rest on the head or be displayed turned over with th...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Edimate Genuine Copper Champagne Bucket Flared Edge, Handmade in France
By Edimate
Located in Vaudes, FR
Champagne buckets designed and manufactured in French region "Aube", a region renowned for the quality of its Champagne.
All the prestige of Champagne with the nobility of pure copp...
Category
2010s French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Brass, Copper
Edimate Genuine Copper Champagne Bucket, Handmade in France
By Edimate
Located in Vaudes, FR
Champagne buckets designed and manufactured in French region "Aube", a region renowned for the quality of its Champagne.
All the prestige of Champagne with the nobility of pure copp...
Category
2010s French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Copper
Freezable swizzle stick
Located in Jerusalem, IL
Behold the enchanting alchemy of craftsmanship in our mouth-blown swizzle sticks, a fusion of elegance and functionality. Designed to gracefully stir and cool beverages without alter...
Category
2010s Palestinian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
1997 Espresso Cups by A.R. Penk
By A.R. Penck (Ralf Winkler)
Located in Weesp, NL
Espresso cups by A.R. Penck, 1997
A beautiful and very rare set of espresso cups designed by A.R. Penck in 1997 for the Illy collection.
The set ...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Mini Aniela / Kobalt / Circus Incense Holder by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
Aniela MINI is the answer to the need for a small item - a coaster that can be used to hold jewelry, sweets or burn incense sticks.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Clay
1960s Silver Plated Tea and Coffee Set Designed by G. Coarezza for Mam Milano
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This silver plated Set designed by G. Coarezza for Mam Milano is a testament to the era's elegance and sophistication in design. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this set...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver Plate
Chrome "Top Hat" Toothpick Holder / Shot Glass Chase Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool chrome "top hat" toothpick Holder / shot glass by Chase Co., circa 1940s. The piece is in good condition and measures 2.625"D x 2"H. It is marked "Chase" with company log...
Category
20th Century American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Chrome
Giraffe Handpainted Iron Tray
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Handpainted Giraffe iron tray
this product is unique and handmade and can be used as a serving tray of just as a decorative item
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Iron
American walnut cutting board
Located in Greven, DE
American walnut cutting board. The walnut was glued in multiple layers and cracks, knots, etc. were filled with high-quality epoxy. The surfaces are very finely ground and sealed wit...
Category
2010s German Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Epoxy Resin, Walnut
French antique set of 3 Baccarat crystal glasses - France - Douai model
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Set of 3 Baccarat crystal glasses, so-called Douai model, composed of :
- 1 water glass (15.5cm high)
- 1 wine glass (12.3cm high)
- 1 port glass (10.3cm high) or white wine glass (i...
Category
20th Century French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Crystal
Duiske Irish Hand Cut Glassware Set
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING A LOVELY (almost Vintage) Duiske Irish Hand Cut Glassware Set.
ALL made by the ‘Duiske Glass Company’ in Co. Kilkenny in Ireland, circa 1980...
Category
20th Century Irish Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Cut Glass
1295 Murano Set Bicchieri e Caraffa in vetro soffiato di Murano Verde Smeraldo
Located in Venice, VE
Benvenuti nell'esclusivo mondo dell'arte del vetro di Murano, dove la tradizione artigianale incontra l'eleganza senza tempo. Presentiamo con orgoglio il nostro set di 6 bicchieri e ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plate Horse Head Stirrup Cup Barware - Hunt Club
By Gucci
Located in St. Louis, MO
Circa 1970s Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plated Horse Head hunting Equestrian Stirrup Cup.
This drinking / vessel cup can rest on the head or be displayed turned over with the he...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver Plate, Metal
Cutting board made of bog oak refined with silver expocide resin
Located in Greven, DE
Cutting board made from 3000 year old bog oak from the Vennermoor (near Münster). The bog oak was glued in multiple layers and cracks, branches, etc. were filled with high-quality ep...
Category
2010s German Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Epoxy Resin, Walnut
Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plate "Dog Head" Stirrup Cup Barware - Hunt Club
By Gucci
Located in St. Louis, MO
Circa 1970s Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plated Dog Head (English Pointer) hunting equestrian theme stirrup cup. This drinking / vessel cup can rest on the head or be displayed tu...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
12 Polo Motif Dinner Plates, Buffalo China for Palm Beach Polo Club
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
12 Polo Motif Dinner Plates, Buffalo China, for Palm Beach Polo Club
Buffalo China, Inc., Buffalo, New York, U.S.A., late 20th century
A set of twelve ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Scearce George Dubya Bush New Century Mint Julep Cup
Located in New York, NY
Dubya-era sterling silver mint julep. Made by Scearce in Shelbyville, Kentucky. Straight and tapering sides, and beaded and molded rim and foot. A great barware cup from the surprisi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cutting board made of bog oak refined with copper-colored expocide resin
Located in Greven, DE
Cutting board made from 3000 year old bog oak from the Vennermoor (near Münster). The bog oak was glued in multiple layers and cracks, branches, etc. were filled with high-quality ep...
Category
2010s German Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Epoxy Resin, Oak
Cutting board made of walnut and cast with epoxy
Located in Greven, DE
American walnut cutting board. The walnut was glued in multiple layers and cracks, knots, etc. were filled with high-quality epoxy. The surfaces are very finely ground and sealed wit...
Category
2010s German Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Epoxy Resin, Walnut
Epoxy cast walnut cutting board with strong character
Located in Greven, DE
American walnut cutting board. The walnut was glued in multiple layers and cracks, knots, etc. were filled with high-quality epoxy. The surfaces are very finely ground and sealed wit...
Category
2010s German Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Epoxy Resin, Walnut
Irish Galway Crystal 11.5 inch Open Decanter
By Galway
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING A LOVELY Irish Galway Crystal 11.5 inch Open Decanter.
Quite RARE!
Swan neck design, which tells us it was a ‘decanter’ .. rather than a ‘v...
Category
Late 20th Century Irish Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Crystal
Set of Sylvester And Tweety Bird Salt & Pepper
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Set of Sylvester and Tweety Bird Salt & Pepper. It depicts a glazed hand painted colorful salt and pepper container shaped as the Warner Bros figurines of Sylvester ( heigh...
Category
20th Century Chinese Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Ginori Luke Edward Hall's "Il Viaggio Di Nettuno" Dolphin Oval Platter, 2022
Located in Cagliari, IT
The "Il Viaggi di Nettuno" pattern is inspired by Luke Edward Hall’s love of Greco-Roman mythology, and particularly Neptune, the Roman god of the sea...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
SHARON MCNAMARA - 'Tribute to Monet' - Studio Glass Tray - Canada - Circa 2000
Located in Chatham, ON
SHARON MCNAMARA - Tribute to Monet - Contemporary studio glass serving tray - signed and titled on the back - made at Kiln Art - Chester, Nova Scotia - Canada - circa 2000.
Excellen...
Category
Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Handapainted Coral ceramic dessert plates
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
handpainted coral ceramic plates
Made in italy, ceramic
A piece of italian craftsmanship on your table
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Handcrafted Turned Japanese Yakisugi Bowl
Located in London, GB
Fine traditionally hand-crafted and turned Ash Yakisugi platter - bowl. These are handmade to the very best quality in London using traditional techniques.
Finished in food safe oil...
Category
2010s English Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ash
Red Italian Murano Sommerso Block Ash Tray by Flavio Poli for Seguso
By Flavio Poli
Located in Vienna, AT
This Flavio Poli hand-blown Murano glass bowl in soft grey is submerged into rectangle of clear glass. It can be used either as a decorative bowl or ashtray. Hand-blown in Murano in ...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Straia Tray
By Monochrome
Located in Dubai, AE
The Straia tray is the first element of our Articles Collection. These articles are intended to enhance daily routines by beautifying the most mundane activities. The tray is an exte...
Category
2010s Emirian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Wood, Oak
Transgrid wood tray - Set (Imbuia - 3 pieces)
Located in São Paulo, BR
The name TRANSGRID is the union of the words TRANSFORMATION and GRID. This junction created a third word representing the transgression of the orthogonal, regular and Cartesian geome...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Wood
UCHO Mug / Yellow by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
Funny, capacious, and handy – that's what UCHO is all about, the first mug in the OKO Family that begins a new chapter in the brand's history. The mug has a sturdy handle shaped like...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Clay
WIT Mug / Candy pink by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
The WIT cup is a multifunctional vessel with a playful stem. It can become your favorite coffee cup, a dessert bowl, a container for pens, or other favorite accessories. WIT chalices...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Clay
Handapainted Coral ceramic dinner plates
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
handpainted coral ceramic plates
Made in italy, ceramic
A piece of italian craftsmanship on your table
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Printed Suzani Cotton Tablecloth
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
An amazing printed cotton ikat tablecloth in black and white.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Cotton
Travertine Vase and Wine Cooler
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Our silver travertine vase is designed by us and hand crafted by the artisans within the fair-trade principles.
Crafted from a natural travertine stone, this vase will be sure to wi...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Travertine
Large Silver-Plated Bowl With Frogs Handles by Emilia Castillo, Mexico 21st Cent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your dining experience with this exquisite Large Silver-Plated Bowl with Frog Handles by renowned Mexican artist Emilia Castillo. Hand crafted in Taxco Guerrero at the shop o...
Category
Early 2000s Mexican Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver Plate
Travertine Cylinder Bowl
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
This substantial silver travertine bowl is beautifully handcrafted from a single piece of genuine travertine and honed for a silky mat finish. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Travertine
Vintage Large Japanese Studio Ceramic Vessel c1960s
Located in Oakland, CA
Absolutely stunning vintage Japanese studio ceramic vessel made by an incredibly talented unknown artisan c1970s. Most likely came in a wood box. Amazing form and glaze work.
Category
1970s Japanese Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Clay
Silver Travertine Cake Stand
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Put your delectable desserts on a pedestal with this gorgeous travertine cake stand from Kiwano. Hand crafted by Turkish artisans, this stylish d...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Travertine
Silver Travertine Cylinder Bowl with Lid
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern travertine bowl from Kiwano. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine vases ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Travertine
Travertine Cylinder Bowl with Lid
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern travertine bowl from Kiwano. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine vases ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Travertine
Red Zebra Handpainted Iron Tray
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Handpainted red Zebra iron tray
this product is unique and handmade and can be used as a serving tray of just as a decorative item
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Iron
Modernist Columbia Aluminum Chess Set by Scott Wolfe
By Scott Wolfe
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Columbia aluminum chess set by Scott Wolfe. Chess board measures 15.75" wide. Chess pieces vary in height and the tallest one is 5".
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Aluminum
1980s Modernist Lucite and Silver Plated Oval Tray by B & B Genova
By Guzzini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This Oval Tray by B & B Genova embodies the spirit of its era, combining modernist aesthetics with luxurious materials to create a visually striking and functional piece of decor, it...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage English Silver Table Bell Christopher Lawrence Warbler Bird On Bullrush
Located in Norwich, GB
A vintage sterling solid silver and silver-gilt table bell made in London in 1982 by Christopher Nigel Lawrence. Hallmarked.
The handle formed with a warbler perched on a bull rush,...
Category
1980s British Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Large Decorative Ceramic Plate Gray Green Mother Pearl Platter Dish Hand Made
By deBlona
Located in Recanati, IT
Large white earthenware dish made in one piece by artist G.Mengoni. The plate was made by the pressure technique and then hand-embossed by the artist. The 'abborchiato' technique is ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic, Luster, Majolica
Travertine Vase and Wine Cooler
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Our wine cooler is designed by us and hand crafted by the artisans within the fair-trade principles.
Crafted from a natural travertine stone, this vessel will be sure to win your he...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Travertine
St Louis crystal water pitcher - ewer - Tommy pattern - signed
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
St Louis crystal water pitcher / ewer, Tommy pattern.
Tommy is one of the most successful models of French crystal maker St Louis. Iconic, much refine...
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Crystal
Vintage nutcracker
Located in PARIS, FR
Silver-plated walnut-shaped nutcracker, 1970s. Perfect condition.
LP2535
Category
20th Century French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Metal
Modern serveware, ceramics, silver and glass for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern serveware, ceramics, silver and glass for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage serveware, ceramics, silver and glass created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern serveware, ceramics, silver and glass made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, popular names associated with this style include Barberini & Gunnell, Pieruga Marble, Mosche Bianche, and Coralla Maiuri. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for serveware, ceramics, silver and glass differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $15 and tops out at $153,375 while the average work can sell for $604.
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