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Set of 5 Salins semi-deep plates, 20th century

Set of 5 Salins semi-deep plates, 20th century

€40
Bid from €28
Wedgwood Mistral
-22%

Wedgwood Mistral

€450€350
Bid from €300
Children's plate signed Dubois stoneware from Bouffioulx

Children's plate signed Dubois stoneware from Bouffioulx

€55
Bid from €28
2x Vintage German Blau Saks Cup and saucer

2x Vintage German Blau Saks Cup and saucer

€22
Bid from €16
Villeroy and Boch Azurea, Classic Collection

Villeroy and Boch Azurea, Classic Collection

€700
Bid from €490
Eschenbach Bavarian cream set porcelain cream white gold 1940's
-1%

Eschenbach Bavarian cream set porcelain cream white gold 1940's

€56.84€56
Bid from €49
Mustard Pot Sterling Silver .916 Leitão & Irmão (Royal Jeweler) & China Porcelain
-40%

Mustard Pot Sterling Silver .916 Leitão & Irmão (Royal Jeweler) & China Porcelain

€410€245
Bid from €185
Porcelain mug
-10%

Porcelain mug

€20€18
Bid from €9
Pair of signed and numbered vintage ceramic mugs

Pair of signed and numbered vintage ceramic mugs

€32
Bid from €16
Chinese Imari porcelain cappuccino saucers, 18th century

Chinese Imari porcelain cappuccino saucers, 18th century

€265
Bid from €255
Vintage Porcelaine de Limoges France plates white 7x
-16%

Vintage Porcelaine de Limoges France plates white 7x

€125€105
Bid from €85
Ceramica V.A.R.M. - Italy 1990s - 6 hand-decorated oval plates - fish motif
-10%

Ceramica V.A.R.M. - Italy 1990s - 6 hand-decorated oval plates - fish motif

€58€52
Bid from €42
Round tray with ceramic handle, 1960/70

Round tray with ceramic handle, 1960/70

€35
Bid from €25
Gio Ponti plate for Franco Pozzi, 1967

Gio Ponti plate for Franco Pozzi, 1967

€750
Bid from €700
6 Magritte melamine plates, Centre Pompidou/Arteum, 2016

6 Magritte melamine plates, Centre Pompidou/Arteum, 2016

€35
Bid from €32
Coffee pot and sugar bowl in Seltmann Weiden porcelain, West Germany, Renate model, 1980s

Coffee pot and sugar bowl in Seltmann Weiden porcelain, West Germany, Renate model, 1980s

€75
Bid from €69
Trio of glass dessert bowls with gold rims, La Rochère, France

Trio of glass dessert bowls with gold rims, La Rochère, France

€25
Bid from €22
Lot of 2 Talking Plates from Sarreguemines

Lot of 2 Talking Plates from Sarreguemines

€21
Set of 2 Niederweiler talking plates

Set of 2 Niederweiler talking plates

€21
Vintage Japanese single-serve teapot
-11%

Vintage Japanese single-serve teapot

€45€40
Bid from €20
Arzberg serving dishes

Arzberg serving dishes

€45
Bid from €32
Thomas Germany Tableware

Thomas Germany Tableware

€45
Bid from €32
6 stemmed glasses with black glass bowl

6 stemmed glasses with black glass bowl

€55
Bid from €48
7 earthenware coffee cups of the brûlot type

7 earthenware coffee cups of the brûlot type

€48
Bid from €40

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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.