Vintage style cups, bowls and plates are now the height of elegance to enhance a table or bring a retro touch to your kitchen. Finally, why not take inspiration from our grandmothers? Their services from the 70s, in the past common, have now become sought-after collector's items. And if your grandmother has even older items, you could well be in the presence of a real treasure. A quick look through her cupboards could sometimes reveal precious porcelain. estimated several hundred or even thousands of euros.
“Grandma’s” tableware, the big trend of the year!
Old tableware is today a real treasurewhich are snapped up both in flea markets, garage sales, online and in our grandmothers' attics. That it dates from the 70s or from the 19th century, it has become a decorating essential. The style vintagefull of nostalgia, is back in force: we are delighted to bring back to life the pieces that marked our childhood or spanned the ages. Certain retro collections, such as those of Duralex or Arcopalstand out particularly for their typically seventies aesthetic, now more trendy than ever.
We also rediscover the timeless elegance of older pieces porcelain, earthenware or fat. These treasures, with their refined gilding, their rustic motifs et their delicate reliefs, seduce again. This return to grace is also part of a more responsible consumption approach: promoting durable objects, giving them a second life and adding charm and character to our interiors which are sometimes too modern and impersonal.
Here are the most sought-after and popular types of old tableware in 2024
THE auction are in full swing in the field of tableware, and some prix are flying away… However, it is also possible to find retro tableware at lower prices. In 2024, the most popular old tableware is undoubtedly high-quality porcelain. The collections of major houses, such as Meissenwith 18th century plates that can fetch several hundred euros, or the Hungarian factory Herendare particularly sought after. There Chinese imperial porcelain and that of the prestigious factories of Sèvres and Limogesparticularly for parts prior to 1900also reach peaks.
It is above all the rarity et seniority who dictate prices: rare pieces from the 18th and 19th centuries can sell for several thousand euros or more, depending on their condition and origin. Conversely, the most affordable second-hand tableware comes from more recent times. Tempered glass, popular for years 1950 to the years 1980remains accessible. At the high end, French earthenware from the early 20th century, often hand-painted, can also be found at reasonable prices, particularly because of its abundance. Parts from renowned manufacturers like Sarreguemines, Digoin or Lunéville are safe values, combining beauty and accessibility.
Old tableware: where to find beautiful pieces at all prices?
And if unfortunately, your grandmother doesn't have these porcelain treasures in the attic, you can always try to find them elsewhere! To obtain a beautiful, timeless set of old crockery, consider skimming flea markets and garage sales… But not only that! THE flea markets, like that of Saint-Ouen in Paris, are often full of old pieces of varied styles (and prices).
If you have a competitive spirit and are looking to get your hands on rare or collectible piecestry them auctions ! Finally, today we can bargain online with great ease on platforms like Ebay, Vinted, Selency or Whoopah. Choose them good keywords to make nice finds at the best price, and remember to check authenticity et the state of objects before purchasing them.
