Crockery
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Rare Arzberg tea and coffee set from the 1970s
Silver-plated bowl, Italy, round spiral, 80s, Argento silver bowl, vintage
Art Deco Bowl Set Dessert Bowl Italy Empoli 1930s 1940s Cobalt Blue Rosalin Ice Cream Cup Glass Vintage 1980s
antique Japanese tea and coffee set
Arabia Karelia tableware hand-painted approx. 170 pieces
Set of 8 Terre de Fer plates, Eglantines pattern, late 18th century, 22.5 cm diameter
Another cool Mepal lemonade can
Set of 4 Mepal soup bowls
Set of 5 Mepal soup bowls and matching plates
Set of 5 retro Mepal cups
Mepal retro design milk and sugar set
Cool Mepal lemonade can
Set of 5 retro Mepal egg cups
Set of 4 retro Mepal egg cups
Set of 6 porcelain soup plates, Badonviller, red flower, 1950
Pair of porcelain serving dishes, Badonviller, red flower, 1950
Vintage tea service, tea set, wooden cups + Jena glass Schott, 1960, with tray
Ceramico plate by Karl Leutner
Ceramico dish with lid by Karl Leutner
6 Gien Mombasa pattern dinner plates from the 1970s
8 Gien Mombasa pattern dinner plates from the 1970s
2 dinner plates, soup plates, dessert plates and Legrand Limoges 1920 serving dish
Lunéville earthenware dinner service
Elegante mokkenset met bonbonnière van Corry Ammerlaan
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Antique Terre de Fer Fruit Bowl on Pedestal – Jules Vieillard Bordeaux 'Florentin'
€90Bid from €80
Vintage Anri Form Italian Teak Bowl.
€51Bid from €36CuratedVintage Désirée Denmark „Selandia“ Dinner Plates – 60s/70s Mid-Century
€25Bid from €18
Chinese porcelain
€350Bid from €175
Cake Plate, Vintage, Roses, Gold Rim, Unused
€70Bid from €35
6-person Jars Ceramistes/24-piece
€250Bid from €225
Vinga of Sweden Scandinavian Ceramic Teapot
€45Bid from €40
Vintage Pressed Glass Serving Plate – Bubble Wreath Design
€30Bid from €25
Set of 4 Vintage Jade Green Studio Pottery Espresso Cups & Saucers – Hand Glazed
€40Bid from €30
Set of 4 Vintage Studio Pottery Cups & Saucers – Hand Glazed Blue & White
€40Bid from €30
-24%Antique Longwy Crockery
€590€450Bid from €300Boosted
Three Limoges Porcelain and Pewter Cups – 20th Century
€90Bid from €63
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.