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Small oval Ridgway dish, "Pagoda" model, Staffordshire, England, 1980

Small oval Ridgway dish, "Pagoda" model, Staffordshire, England, 1980

€29
Bid from €21
Villeroy & Boch "Florida" model serving dish duo

Villeroy & Boch "Florida" model serving dish duo

€35
Bid from €25
Longwy oval platter, pink and green garland pattern, early 20th century.

Longwy oval platter, pink and green garland pattern, early 20th century.

€40
Bid from €28
Large lot of vintage Arcopal Fruit de France dinnerware

Large lot of vintage Arcopal Fruit de France dinnerware

€199
Bid from €149
Antique French Asparagus Plate Majolica Earthenware 19th Century

Antique French Asparagus Plate Majolica Earthenware 19th Century

€300
Bid from €250
Set of 6 bistro cups and saucers, Apilco Deshoulières porcelain

Set of 6 bistro cups and saucers, Apilco Deshoulières porcelain

€60
Bid from €49
3 Qing Dynasty plates

3 Qing Dynasty plates

€120
Bid from €84
Salem China 'Basket' Made in USA approx. 1950
-11%

Salem China 'Basket' Made in USA approx. 1950

€45€40
Bid from €31
vintage Broadhurst Staffordshire Ironstone plate
-10%

vintage Broadhurst Staffordshire Ironstone plate

€49€44
Bid from €22
Hand-painted oyster service, Pornic, France, 1950s

Hand-painted oyster service, Pornic, France, 1950s

€170
Bid from €85
Royal Albert dinnerware

Royal Albert dinnerware

€2,000
Bid from €1,995
Large oval ironstone platter, "Laurels" pattern, by Moulins des Loups - Hamage, 1900

Large oval ironstone platter, "Laurels" pattern, by Moulins des Loups - Hamage, 1900

€46
Bid from €33
Oval ironstone platter, "Lauriers" pattern, by Moulins des loups - Hamage, 1900

Oval ironstone platter, "Lauriers" pattern, by Moulins des loups - Hamage, 1900

€35
Bid from €25
Oval platter by Badonviller, "Scottish" pattern, Art Deco, 1930

Oval platter by Badonviller, "Scottish" pattern, Art Deco, 1930

€35
Bid from €25
"Estrées" pattern plate, by U&C Sarreguemines, blue, 1900

"Estrées" pattern plate, by U&C Sarreguemines, blue, 1900

€29
Bid from €21
Two vintage Villeroy-Boch covered plates 1947-1956

Two vintage Villeroy-Boch covered plates 1947-1956

€75
Rare Italian cobalt blue glass coffee and liqueur service with silver decoration – 21-piece – ca. 1950-1970
-10%

Rare Italian cobalt blue glass coffee and liqueur service with silver decoration – 21-piece – ca. 1950-1970

€300€270
Bid from €225
Antique English Myott Staffordshire plates, pink ironstone

Antique English Myott Staffordshire plates, pink ironstone

€75
Bid from €53
BOCH teapot vintage beautiful design
-3%

BOCH teapot vintage beautiful design

€60€58
Bid from €30
Vintage Chinese Famille Rose openwork porcelain bowl – hand-painted – 23 cm
-42%

Vintage Chinese Famille Rose openwork porcelain bowl – hand-painted – 23 cm

€120€70
Bid from €50
Schumann Bavaria openwork porcelain plate with pink roses – 22 cm – vintage
-11%

Schumann Bavaria openwork porcelain plate with pink roses – 22 cm – vintage

€35€31
Bid from €19
Vintage stainless steel coffee pot 1.5 liters

Vintage stainless steel coffee pot 1.5 liters

€24
Bid from €20
St Clement Oyster Board

St Clement Oyster Board

€45
Bid from €35
Set of 5 Ittalia dessert bowls from the 1970s

Set of 5 Ittalia dessert bowls from the 1970s

€65
Bid from €60

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Crockery

An Artistic Expression of Hospitality and Style

Crockery is more than just a collection of plates, bowls and cups; it is an art form that embodies the beauty of table setting and hospitality. With its rich history and cultural influences, crockery has held a special place in the hearts of people around the world over the centuries. From simple pottery to sophisticated porcelain, crockery is an artistic expression of style, tradition and good taste. Check out Whoppah's extensive range!

History

The history of crockery goes back thousands of years. Originally, simple earthenware bowls and pots were used to store and serve food. As civilisations developed, tableware began to evolve and become more sophisticated. In ancient cultures such as China, Egypt, Greece and Rome, pottery was decorated with beautiful motifs and symbolic patterns, emphasising the importance of table culture and hospitality.

The Renaissance period brought a revival of art and culture, and crockery became a focus of aesthetic attention. European royal houses ordered beautifully decorated porcelain from China, leading to the establishment of famous porcelain factories in Europe, such as Meissen and Sèvres. Each piece of tableware became a masterpiece in itself, with hand-painted motifs, rich colours and sophisticated gold accents.

In modern times, crockery has become a reflection of different styles and cultural influences. From traditional and classic to contemporary and minimalist, there is a suitable table setting for every palate and every occasion. Contemporary designers are experimenting with shapes, textures and materials, making tableware an increasingly dynamic and personal aspect of interior design.

Functionalities

Tableware is not only about aesthetics, but also about functionality. Each type of tableware has a specific function, from dinner plates to soup bowls, from teacups to cake plates. Each piece is carefully designed to present the right food in the right way and enrich the culinary experience. In addition, the quality of the material plays an important role in the durability and usability of dinnerware.

On special occasions, such as weddings, parties and family gatherings, tableware is often treasured as a precious heirloom passed down from generation to generation. It has the ability to evoke memories of treasured moments and beloved people. Tableware is more than just utensils; it is tangible memories of special moments in life.

Crockery

In modern society, where rushed meals and disposable items sometimes seem to prevail, tableware calls us to appreciate the art of table culture. It reminds us to take time to enjoy meals, share with others and embrace hospitality. Tableware is a tribute to the rich traditions of the past and a symbol of the warmth and joy that come together around a beautifully set table.