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Antique Cordial Set

Art Deco Czech Glass Egg Orange Coralene Hinged Liquor Tantalus Cordial Set
Art Deco Czech Glass Egg Orange Coralene Hinged Liquor Tantalus Cordial Set

Art Deco Czech Glass Egg Orange Coralene Hinged Liquor Tantalus Cordial Set

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Art Deco Czech Glass Egg Orange Coralene Decorated Hinged Liquor Tantalus Cordial Set Including 6 Small Glasses and 1 Small Glass Decanter.

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Glass

Amber Depression Glass Cordial Set, Art Deco Style, 1930s, USA
Amber Depression Glass Cordial Set, Art Deco Style, 1930s, USA

Amber Depression Glass Cordial Set, Art Deco Style, 1930s, USA

Located in Coral Gables, FL

The set consists of one amber glass pitcher and six matching footed cordial glasses.

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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Glass

Lobmeyr 7 Piece Lobed Rose Shaded to Clear Crystal Cordial Set
Lobmeyr 7 Piece Lobed Rose Shaded to Clear Crystal Cordial Set

Lobmeyr 7 Piece Lobed Rose Shaded to Clear Crystal Cordial Set

By J.L Lobmeyr

Located in Great Barrington, MA

This lovely Art Nouveau period hand blown crystal decanter is part of a complete cordial set. The 6-lobed decanter shades from a clear neck to a deep cranberry base with 6 matching q...

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19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Crystal

19th Century Black Forest Carved Cordial Set
19th Century Black Forest Carved Cordial Set

19th Century Black Forest Carved Cordial Set

Located in High Point, NC

Lovely 19th century drink or condiment caddy hand carved in the Black Forest region of Europe. The central stem handle of the caddy is hand carved to look like a branch, and follows...

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19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Fruitwood

19th Century French Marquetry Tantalus Cordial Decanter Set
19th Century French Marquetry Tantalus Cordial Decanter Set

19th Century French Marquetry Tantalus Cordial Decanter Set

By Charles-Guillaume Diehl

Located in Winter Park, FL

A fine 19th century French Napoleon III tantalus, or cave à liqueur, in the style of Charles-Guillaume Diehl. Serpentine form marquetry case is skillfully crafted with mother-of-pea...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Cordial Set

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Crystal, Brass

Moser Aesthetic Enameled Cordial/ Liquor Set, 15-Pieces
Moser Aesthetic Enameled Cordial/ Liquor Set, 15-Pieces

Moser Aesthetic Enameled Cordial/ Liquor Set, 15-Pieces

By Moser Glassworks

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Moser Aesthetic enameled Cordial/ liquor set,15-pieces. Subtle olive green glass, with naturalistic enamel work with gilt highlights.

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Late 19th Century Austrian Aesthetic Movement Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Glass

Austrian Secessionist Crystal Decanter and Cordial Glassware Set
Austrian Secessionist Crystal Decanter and Cordial Glassware Set

Austrian Secessionist Crystal Decanter and Cordial Glassware Set

Located in North Miami, FL

This set of 8 pieces include: decanter, 6 cordial glasses and the tray.

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Crystal

Important Set 4 19th Century European Bohemian Cobalt Blue Clear Cordial Glasses
Important Set 4 19th Century European Bohemian Cobalt Blue Clear Cordial Glasses

Important Set 4 19th Century European Bohemian Cobalt Blue Clear Cordial Glasses

By Baccarat

Located in New York, NY

The Following Item we are offering are a Rare Important Set of 4 19th Century Striking Bohemian Blue to Clear European French Cordial Glasses.

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19th Century French Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Glass

Vintage Cordial Mixer Set, English, Cranberry Glass, Hand-Blown, Pouring Jug
Vintage Cordial Mixer Set, English, Cranberry Glass, Hand-Blown, Pouring Jug

Vintage Cordial Mixer Set, English, Cranberry Glass, Hand-Blown, Pouring Jug

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a vintage cordial mixer set. An English, cranberry glass pouring jug duo, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930.

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Early 20th Century British Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Glass

An Art Deco Sterling Silver Overlay Cordial Decanter Set 1920's
An Art Deco Sterling Silver Overlay Cordial Decanter Set 1920's

An Art Deco Sterling Silver Overlay Cordial Decanter Set 1920's

Located in Lambertville, NJ

A handsome art deco sterling silver overlay decanter with 4 cordial glasses, original to each other. The design on each is scenes of Venice, the decanter is 9 inches tall, with the ...

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1920s Czech Art Deco Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fine Antique Venetian Salviati Enameled Blue Glass Stemmed Cordial Glass Set
Fine Antique Venetian Salviati Enameled Blue Glass Stemmed Cordial Glass Set

Fine Antique Venetian Salviati Enameled Blue Glass Stemmed Cordial Glass Set

By Salviati, Antonio Salviati

Located in Forney, TX

A magnificent collection of ten rare fine quality antique Italian hand blown enameled colored art glass stemmed cordial drinking glasses attributed to legendary glassmakers The Venic...

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19th Century Italian Classical Greek Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Enamel

Set of Six Silver-Plated Cordial Cups in Original Blue Presentation Case
Set of Six Silver-Plated Cordial Cups in Original Blue Presentation Case

Set of Six Silver-Plated Cordial Cups in Original Blue Presentation Case

Located in Wembley, GB

An elegant set of six silver-plated cordial or liqueur cups, beautifully presented in their original fitted velvet-lined presentation case.

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1920s British Art Deco Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Other, Silver Leaf

Set of Chinese Export Silver Overlay Bottle with Five Cordials Tianjin Wuhua
Set of Chinese Export Silver Overlay Bottle with Five Cordials Tianjin Wuhua

Set of Chinese Export Silver Overlay Bottle with Five Cordials Tianjin Wuhua

Located in Atlanta, GA

A set of Chinese Export silver drinking set consists of a pinch bottle and five cordials circa 1910s-1920s.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Sterling Silver

Webb Hand Blown Apple Green Overlay Crystal Decanter Set W/ 12 Cordials
Webb Hand Blown Apple Green Overlay Crystal Decanter Set W/ 12 Cordials

Webb Hand Blown Apple Green Overlay Crystal Decanter Set W/ 12 Cordials

By Thomas Webb & Sons

Located in Great Barrington, MA

This is a perfect set of 12 handblown crystal cordials cut to clear in an Art Deco inspired floral pattern made by Webb, England.

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1910s English Art Deco Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Crystal

Set of 12 Ruby Red Cut to Clear Cordials, Attributed to St. Louis
Set of 12 Ruby Red Cut to Clear Cordials, Attributed to St. Louis

Set of 12 Ruby Red Cut to Clear Cordials, Attributed to St. Louis

By St. Louis Crystal

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Set of 12 ruby red cut to clear cordials, attributed to St.

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Late 19th Century Belgian High Victorian Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Cut Glass

Antique Baccarat Set of 12 Cordial Glasses by St. Anne Factory, Voneche, 1810.
Antique Baccarat Set of 12 Cordial Glasses by St. Anne Factory, Voneche, 1810.

Antique Baccarat Set of 12 Cordial Glasses by St. Anne Factory, Voneche, 1810.

By Voneche

Located in Trieste, IT

Important 12Cordial glasses set of 1st Empire Cut-Glass from Sainte Anne crystal factory in Voneche, 1800 - 1830 cca. These Glasses are very rare. Museum pieces. The set provenance:...

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1810s Belgian Empire Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Blown Glass, Cut Glass

Moser Bohemian Cranberry Red Cut to Clear Crystal Gold Gilt Cordial Glass Set 8
Moser Bohemian Cranberry Red Cut to Clear Crystal Gold Gilt Cordial Glass Set 8

Moser Bohemian Cranberry Red Cut to Clear Crystal Gold Gilt Cordial Glass Set 8

By Moser, Moser Glassworks

Located in Forney, TX

A stunning set of luxurious Bohemian cranberry cut to clear gold gilded stemmed cordial glasses by renowned fine quality luxury glassmaker Moser.

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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Crystal, Enamel, Gold Leaf

Important Set of 4 19th Century European Cranberry Red to Clear Glasses
Important Set of 4 19th Century European Cranberry Red to Clear Glasses

Important Set of 4 19th Century European Cranberry Red to Clear Glasses

By Baccarat

Located in New York, NY

The Following Item we are offering are a Set of Rare Important Set of 4 Striking Cranberry Red to Clear European English Cordial Glasses.

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19th Century English Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Glass

Traditional French Napoleon III Liquor Cellar
Traditional French Napoleon III Liquor Cellar

Traditional French Napoleon III Liquor Cellar

Located in San Francisco, CA

The loops on the left and right are designed to securely cradle up to four matching crystal decanters (now missing), while the central frame safely nests a complete array of cordial ...

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Colonial Glass Cave à Liqueur Tantalus
19th Century French Colonial Glass Cave à Liqueur Tantalus

19th Century French Colonial Glass Cave à Liqueur Tantalus

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

Inside, original mirrored base and the original and complete set of twelve cordial glasses (4 missing) and four decanters each displaying finely detailed luxuriant etched foliate des...

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Metal

French 19th Century Louis Philippe Period Boulle Cave a Liqueur
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Period Boulle Cave a Liqueur

French 19th Century Louis Philippe Period Boulle Cave a Liqueur

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Inside is the complete set of sixteen cordial glasses and four decanters each displaying fine fluted designs and fitted within richly chased foliate ormolu supports.

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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Brass

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Tiffany Studios Favrile Glass Decanter Cordial Set
Tiffany Studios Favrile Glass Decanter Cordial Set

Tiffany Studios Favrile Glass Decanter Cordial Set

By Louis Comfort Tiffany

Located in Summerland, CA

A beautiful Tiffany Studios Favrile Glass Decanter and cordial set. This set comes from an estate in Santa Barbara, California.

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1920s North American Art Deco Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Art Glass

Vintage 1930’s Hawkes Crystal Square Base Cordials ~ (Set of 8)
Vintage 1930’s Hawkes Crystal Square Base Cordials ~ (Set of 8)

Vintage 1930’s Hawkes Crystal Square Base Cordials ~ (Set of 8)

By Steuben Hawkes

Located in Naples, FL

Excellent condition ~ no chips or cracks! A vintage Hawkes pattern “vertical cuts” with a square base; a timeless design of elegant simplicity in fine crystal. 3”dia. x 3.38”h

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Early 20th Century American Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Crystal

Set of 16 kings cross cordial glasses

Set of 16 kings cross cordial glasses

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H 3.5 in Dm 2.25 in

Set of 16 kings cross cordial glasses

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Set of sixteen kings cross Tiffin glass

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19th Century American Antique Cordial Set

An Attractive Set of Six Cordial Glasses and Decanter
An Attractive Set of Six Cordial Glasses and Decanter

An Attractive Set of Six Cordial Glasses and Decanter

Located in Pewsey, GB

A Very Attractive 19thc Set of Six Cordial Glasses and Decanter all in very condition.

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1890s British Victorian Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Glass

Tiffany Favrille Set of Seven Liquer/Cordial Stemmed Glasses
Tiffany Favrille Set of Seven Liquer/Cordial Stemmed Glasses

Tiffany Favrille Set of Seven Liquer/Cordial Stemmed Glasses

By Louis Comfort Tiffany

Located in Middleburg, VA

Beautiful set of seven Tiffany Favrille liquer/cordial stemmed glasses.

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1890s North American Arts and Crafts Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Art Glass

Tiffany & Co. Set of 12 Cordials Glasses, Made in Silver 925
Tiffany & Co. Set of 12 Cordials Glasses, Made in Silver 925

Tiffany & Co. Set of 12 Cordials Glasses, Made in Silver 925

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Milan, IT

The Tiffany & Co. set of 12 Cordials glasses, made in Silver 925 from the 10s, is a remarkable collection that embodies the elegance and luxury that the brand is known for.

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1910s American Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Silver

Daum Nancy Enameled Cordial Set
Daum Nancy Enameled Cordial Set

Daum Nancy Enameled Cordial Set

By Daum

Located in Dallas, TX

A spectacular Art Nouveau cordial set signed Daum Nancy with Cross of Lorraine.

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Art Glass

Baccarat Green Overlay Cut to Clear Cordial Set+Doulton Box
Baccarat Green Overlay Cut to Clear Cordial Set+Doulton Box

Baccarat Green Overlay Cut to Clear Cordial Set+Doulton Box

Located in Great Barrington, MA

Baccarat 5 piece cordial set features a hand blown crystal decanter with handle, overlaid in apple green and cut to clear in window-like panels. 4 small similarly decorated tumblers...

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Early 20th Century Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Crystal

Antique French .950 Fine Silver and Hand-Cut Crystal Liqueur or Cordial Set
Antique French .950 Fine Silver and Hand-Cut Crystal Liqueur or Cordial Set

Antique French .950 Fine Silver and Hand-Cut Crystal Liqueur or Cordial Set

By Haek Hourdequin 1

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Rare and fine antique French .950 fine silver and hand-cut crystal 11 pc. Liqueur or cordial set (includes 10 hand cut crystal liqueur glasses in their original .950 fine hallmarked ...

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Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Tiffany & Co. Antique Sterling Silver Cordials, Set of Four
Tiffany & Co. Antique Sterling Silver Cordials, Set of Four

Tiffany & Co. Antique Sterling Silver Cordials, Set of Four

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique set of four monogrammed sterling silver small cups or cordials By Tiffany & Co.

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cordial Glasses
Cordial Glasses

Cordial Glasses

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H 3.15 in D 1 in

Cordial Glasses

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique set of 8 cordial glasses.

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Early 20th Century French Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Crystal

Vintage French Leather Book Form Cordial Bar Set
Vintage French Leather Book Form Cordial Bar Set

Vintage French Leather Book Form Cordial Bar Set

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Vintage French leather book form cordial bar set. The cordial bar set. Measure: 7 inches long X 6 inches high.

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1920s French Antique Cordial Set

Set of Seven Austrian Bimini Sculptural Graphic Glass Cordials/Barware
Set of Seven Austrian Bimini Sculptural Graphic Glass Cordials/Barware

Set of Seven Austrian Bimini Sculptural Graphic Glass Cordials/Barware

By Bimini Glass

Located in North Miami, FL

The gorgeous colors of red, orange, yellow, chartreuse, clear and royal blue make up this lovely set of Austrian Bimini elegant cordials. They are light as a feather but their scul...

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1920s Austrian Aesthetic Movement Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Glass

Tiffany Studios New York Set of Favrile Glass Cups and Cordials
Tiffany Studios New York Set of Favrile Glass Cups and Cordials

Tiffany Studios New York Set of Favrile Glass Cups and Cordials

By Louis Comfort Tiffany

Located in New York, NY

Two cups of intricate design and six cordials glasses make up this set by Tiffany Studios New York.

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Glass

Bimini Swirl Cordial Glasses, Austria Set of Four, the 1920s-30s
Bimini Swirl Cordial Glasses, Austria Set of Four, the 1920s-30s

Bimini Swirl Cordial Glasses, Austria Set of Four, the 1920s-30s

By Bimini Glass

Located in Downingtown, PA

Bimini Swirl Cordial Glasses, Austria Set of Four, The 1920s-30s The four Bimini glasses, with a black wide foot, each have a different colored swirl- yellow, orange blue, and ...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Glass

Rare Walnut Case French Etched Glass 18-piece decanter and Cordial Tantalus Set
Rare Walnut Case French Etched Glass 18-piece decanter and Cordial Tantalus Set

Rare Walnut Case French Etched Glass 18-piece decanter and Cordial Tantalus Set

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Discover the exquisite charm of this Rare Walnut Case French Etched Glass 18-piece Decanter and Cordial Tantalus Set, a true collector’s gem that epitomizes elegance and craftsmanship.

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1890s French High Victorian Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Set of 10 Antique French Val Saint Lambert Gold-Etched Crystal Cordial Glasses
Set of 10 Antique French Val Saint Lambert Gold-Etched Crystal Cordial Glasses

Set of 10 Antique French Val Saint Lambert Gold-Etched Crystal Cordial Glasses

Located in New Orleans, LA

Set of 10 antique French "Val Saint Lambert" gold-etched diamond-cut crystal cordial glasses, Circa 1890's.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Crystal

Art Deco Smoked Glass Decanter Set
Art Deco Smoked Glass Decanter Set

Art Deco Smoked Glass Decanter Set

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H 8.5 in W 5 in D 2.25 in

Art Deco Smoked Glass Decanter Set

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Handsome, Art Deco, smoked glass with gold accents, decanter set with four cordial or aperitif glasses. Measures: Decanter: 5" W x 8.5" H, glasses: 2" W x 2" H.

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Glass

Baccarat Bronze-Mounted Red to Clear Tantalus Set
Baccarat Bronze-Mounted Red to Clear Tantalus Set

Baccarat Bronze-Mounted Red to Clear Tantalus Set

By Baccarat

Located in New York, NY

Has three gold overlay crystal bottles and ten liqueur cordials (missing 5), truly outstanding set.

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Antique French Engraved Crystal Cave a' Liqueur Tantalus Set in Amboyna Case
Antique French Engraved Crystal Cave a' Liqueur Tantalus Set in Amboyna Case

Antique French Engraved Crystal Cave a' Liqueur Tantalus Set in Amboyna Case

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Extraordinary quality antique French 24-piece hand engraved crystal cave a' liqueur (Cordial or Liqueur) Tantalus set with magnificent inlaid amboyna wood and kingwood inlaid hinged ...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Crystal Art Deco Etched Cordials; set of 8
Crystal Art Deco Etched Cordials; set of 8

Crystal Art Deco Etched Cordials; set of 8

Located in Malibu, CA

Fine European etched crystal cordials in pristine condition with a delicate pattern on the goblets.

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1920s European Art Deco Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Crystal

19th C Boin-Taburet Paris Cordials Set on a Silver Plate and Macassar Ebony Tray
19th C Boin-Taburet Paris Cordials Set on a Silver Plate and Macassar Ebony Tray

19th C Boin-Taburet Paris Cordials Set on a Silver Plate and Macassar Ebony Tray

By Boin-Taburet

Located in Morristown, NJ

Late 19th c., Paris, a cordials set comprising a shaped macassar ebony tray framed in a silver-plate rim and bun feet to underside, topped with three cut glass cordial bottles on sil...

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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Antique Continental Bronze D'Ore, Blue Crystal Figural Cordial Set, circa 1890
Antique Continental Bronze D'Ore, Blue Crystal Figural Cordial Set, circa 1890

Antique Continental Bronze D'Ore, Blue Crystal Figural Cordial Set, circa 1890

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique continental bronze D'Ore and blue crystal glass figural cordial/liqueur set, circa 1890.

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Late 19th Century European Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Bronze

1890's Victorian Beehive Decanter and Five Cordial Glasses
1890's Victorian Beehive Decanter and Five Cordial Glasses

1890's Victorian Beehive Decanter and Five Cordial Glasses

Located in Louisville, KY

If you could capture the most beautiful iridescent bubble from the sky and turn it into something permanent to enjoy, this whimsically crafted Victorian Beehive Decanter and Cordial ...

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Cordial Set

Materials

Blown Glass

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Antique Cordial Set For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique cordial set you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An antique cordial set — often made from glass, crystal and stone — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique cordial set, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique cordial set is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Victorian styles are sought with frequency. Louis Comfort Tiffany, Bimini Glass and Daum each produced at least one beautiful antique cordial set that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Cordial Set?

The average selling price for an antique cordial set at 1stDibs is $1,500, while they’re typically $145 on the low end and $6,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Dining-entertaining for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique Cordial Set

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A cordial set refers to a grouping of glasses that are small, stemmed glasses, perfect for serving cocktails at parties or small gatherings. These glasses are typically designed to hold a small amount of cordial — a liqueur flavored with a fruit or spice (in the UK, a cordial might be non-alcoholic). This set will be an excellent addition to your glassware collection. Find a collection of antique and vintage cordial glass sets on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 5, 2024
    To identify an antique tea set, look closely to determine who the manufacturer is. Locate the hallmark on the bottom of a saucer, teapot or cup. A maker’s mark on one of these items is the best indicator of the set’s origin. If you snap a photo with your smartphone or tablet, you can conduct a reverse image search to jump-start your research. Professionals recommend consulting auction catalogs, books and trusted online resources such as museum exhibition materials. With some research, you may be able to match the marking to the manufacturer's name and, from there, identify the pattern and age. 

    In 17th-century England, Chinese tea began to arrive at ports in London. Mass production of porcelain tea sets took place in the 18th century, and during the early 1800s, tea became widely affordable, and the concept of teatime took shape all over England. 

    Reputable soft-paste porcelain makers include Sèvres, Capodimonte and Chelsea, while Meissen was the first European maker of hard-paste porcelain. Bone china manufactories of note include Spode, Minton and Derby, which was later called the Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Company.

    Generally, a tea set is considered vintage if it’s at least 20 years old, while antiques are at least 100 years old. Although a maker’s mark is generally a helpful indicator of a given manufacturer, forgeries have occurred over the years. Look for other signifiers of a material, time period or style if you are uncertain of your piece’s origin. For help with identification, seek out a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer.

    Find antique tea sets on 1stDibs.