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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chaircrafted 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
Fountain pen, Ballpoint pen and tray for a Desk Set green enamel Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
4640-5320 - Rectangular tray with rounded corners in 925/1000 sterling silver with translucent fired enamels on guilloché, cm. 9 x 17.5. For fountain pen (4568-5201) with two-tone st...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Gold, Enamel, Sterling Silver

Set of five cookware by Giò Ponti for ArtKrupp Berndorf and Sambonet
Located in Lugo, IT
Five pots, two of production Art Krupp Berndorf 29,5 cm 21 cm 6 cm 140 cl Three Sambonet production, the largest 31.5 cm 24.5 cm 11 50 series. Designed by Gio Ponti Good Condition...
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1930s Italian Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Alpaca

Italian modern metal irregular bowl or container cup by La Rinascente, 1990s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern metal irregular bowl or container cup by La Rinascente, 1990s. Bowl or container cup, small in size, made of metal and with an irregular shape, with a pointed end and ...
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1990s Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Metal

Italian modern metal oval serving bowl or container by La Rinascente, 1990s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern metal oval serving bowl or container by La Rinascente, 1990s. Oval-shaped metal serving bowl or container, ideal for serving appetizers and aperitifs. Produced by La R...
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1990s Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Metal

Contemporary Silver Plated Teapot Stone Handles Handcrafted Italy Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
Part of the duality objects collection, OHO, is a harmonious blend of contemporary design's expressive freedom and the profound expertise of silverware workshops. This piece serves a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Rectangular Silverplated Tray
Located in Brescia, IT
This modern and timeless tray is perfect to serve coffee or tea. It is very elegant to show a crystal glasses collection or the barware pieces.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

KPM Berlin Mokkageschirr Stambul f. 8 Pers. mit Rechaud, 60er Jahre Karnagel
Located in Aachen, DE
Wolf Karnagl, Mokkaservice für 8 Personen mit Rechaud, weiss, Modell "Stambul", Entwurf: 1967, Ausführung: Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM), Berlin, um 1967/86 Das Stövchen au...
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1960s German Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Contemporary Silver Plated Perla Cup White Handcrafted Italy by Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
Elevate your daily tea or coffee ritual with our exquisite Perla cup. Handcrafted with plated brass, its geometric silhouette narrows at the base for a sleek and minimal aesthetic. T...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Contemporary Gold Plated Tea Cup Onyx Stone Handle in Italy by Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
Elevate your daily tea or coffee ritual with our exquisite Onix cup. The plated brass cup is handcrafted in Italy using sheet turning techniques. The handle, adorned with a Onix ston...
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2010s Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate

Contemporary Silver Plated Ice Bucket Sculptural Feet Carved by Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
Designed as part of a collection for the Venice Biennale, the Ice Cooler epitomizes Natalia Criado’s fusion of Colombian symbolism and Italian artistry. The "exotic" three feet that ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass, Silver Plate

Vintage Art Deco Bullet "Take a Shot" Nesting Shot Glasses
Located in San Diego, CA
A vintage art deco bullet "Take a Shot" nesting shot glass set, circa 1940s. This very cool set was made in Germany and features a bullet shaped chrome container with the phrase "Tak...
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20th Century American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Chrome, Copper

higashi III
Located in London, GB
A bone china vessel with hand painted underglaze decoration by London artist Christopher Riggio
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

higashi I
Located in London, GB
A bone china vessel with hand painted underglaze decoration by London artist Christopher Riggio
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

higashi V
Located in London, GB
A bone china vessel with hand painted underglaze decoration by London artist Christopher Riggio
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

higashi II
Located in London, GB
A bone china vessel with hand painted underglaze decoration by London artist Christopher Riggio
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

higashi VI
Located in London, GB
A bone china vessel with hand painted underglaze decoration by London artist Christopher Riggio
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Handapainted Coral ceramic Serving Tray
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
handpainted coral ceramic plates Made in italy, ceramic A piece of italian craftsmanship on your table
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

higashi IV
Located in London, GB
A bone china vessel with hand painted underglaze decoration by London artist Christopher Riggio
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Spatial Concept V
Located in London, GB
a porcelain vessel on a glazed and gilded ceramic plinth by London artist Christopher Riggio
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Gold Leaf

Spatial Concept II
Located in London, GB
two thrown porcelain vessels on a glazed and gilded ceramic plinth by artist Christopher Riggio
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Gold Leaf

Set of 10 Tiffany Modern Sterling Silver Bread & Butter Plates
Located in New York, NY
Set of 10 Modern sterling silver bread and butter plates. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1912. Each: Round and deep well, wide tapering shoulder, and molded rim. Fully marked ...
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Early 20th Century American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of 12 Tiffany American Modern Sterling Silver Goblets
Located in New York, NY
Set of 12 Modern sterling silver goblets. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1940. Each: Conical bowl mounted to tapering stem; foot round and gently raised. Easy grip with nice b...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of 12 Tiffany Modern Sterling Silver Snowflake Cocktail Cups
Located in New York, NY
Set of 12 Midcentury Modern sterling silver cocktail cups. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Each: Curved conical bowl on tapering columnar stem with incised bands. Foot round and r...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Barware - Cocktail Shaker & 6 Cocktail Cups Designed by Oliver & Bower
Located in London, London
Made circa 1930 by Oliver & Bower Ltd. This striking, Art Deco Period, Silver Plated Cocktail Set, comprises a cocktail shaker and six cocktail cups, each of a matching design, stand...
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1930s English Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

Sterling Silver Mint Julep Cup by Garrard & Co. London 1997 - Elizabeth II
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1997 by Garrard & Co., this handsome Sterling Silver Mint Julep Cup, measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 3.5"(9cm) in diameter, and weighs 7.2 troy ounces.
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1990s English Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Collection of Two Ceramic Glazed Vases by Warren Mackinzie
Located in Atlanta, GA
An assemble of two stemmed cylinder-shape stoneware vases by American studio potter Warren MacKenzie (1924-2018). The two vases have a complementary form and silouette and display ni...
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1990s American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Hand Blown Glass Goblet 'Ironia #06' by Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Hand-blown glass goblet "Ironia #06" from Façon De Venice Collection by Simone Crestani. Goblet, transparent black glass, baluster stem with knop, sculpted octopus applied. "Soft t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

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...
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1980s Japanese Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver

Beautiful rough table top made of reclaimed oak wood
Located in Greven, DE
Very nice oak table top. The surface is rough brushed. The material was recycled from an old beam and therefore the wood has its special age character. The table top is delivered wi...
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2010s German Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Oak

Tiffany Modern Sterling Silver Ice Bucket
Located in New York, NY
Modern sterling silver ice bucket. Retailed by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Straight and tapering sides with embossed hoops and flat c-scroll swing handle. Post-1967 Italian marks incl...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of 16 American Sterling Silver Mint Juleps
Located in New York, NY
Sixteen American sterling silver mint juleps. Each: Straight and tapering sides and molded rim. Double linear bands engraved at top and bottom. A big set for one of those parties whe...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling 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...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

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 ...
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1980s British Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large Vintage Studio Ceramic Moon Pot
Located in San Francisco, CA
Absolutely stunning cobalt blue large-scale studio ceramic moon pot in the manner of Toshiko Takaezu. Signed illegibly. Amazing form.
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1970s American Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Clay

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 .
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1950s American Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

UCHO Mug / Orange 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Clay

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 ...
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2010s American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass

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.
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Late 20th Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Tiffany American Modern Sterling Silver Rectangular Tray
Located in New York, NY
Modern sterling silver tray. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1960. Rectangular well with curved corners, flat and narrow shoulder, and reeded rim. Fully marked including maker’...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edimate Genuine Copper Champagne Bucket, Handmade in France
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...
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2010s French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Copper

Edimate Genuine Copper Champagne Bucket Flared Edge, Handmade in France
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...
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2010s French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass, Copper

Modernist Chrome Fruit Bowl by Lino Sabattini
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice modernist chrome fruit bowl by Lino Sabattini, circa 1970s. The design features a long clean look with round swirls on each end. The pie...
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20th Century Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Chrome

Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plate "Elk Head" Stirrup Cup Barware - Hunt Club
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...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

1990s Modernist Silver Plated French Ice Bucket 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...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

WIT Mug / Orange 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Clay

Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plate "Fox Head" Hunt Bottle Opener Barware
Located in St. Louis, MO
Circa 1970s Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plated Fox Head bottle opener hunting / equestrian theme bar accessory. Stamped Gucci / Italy. See my other listings for signed Gucci Elk,...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

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...
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2010s Palestinian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

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...
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20th Century Irish Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Cut 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
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Late 20th Century Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Wood, Rosewood

1295 Murano Emerald Green Blown Glass Glass and Carafe Set
Located in Venice, VE
Welcome to the exclusive world of Murano glass art, where traditional craftsmanship meets timeless elegance. We proudly present our set of 6 glasses and 1 carafe, a unique creation h...
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2010s Italian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plate "Dog Head" Stirrup Cup Barware - Hunt Club
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...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

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...
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20th Century French Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Crystal

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...
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20th Century American Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Chrome

Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plate Horse Head Stirrup Cup Barware - Hunt Club
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...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver Plate, Metal

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...
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2010s German Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Epoxy Resin, Oak

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...
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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...
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2010s German Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Epoxy Resin, Walnut

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...
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2010s German Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Epoxy Resin, Walnut

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