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Extensive 159 Piece Richard Ginori Contessa Porcelain Dinner and Tea Service

Contessa Brown by RICHARD GINORI 1735

An exceptional and comprehensive porcelain dinner and tea service by Richard Ginori 1735, in the elegant and now-discontinued “Contessa Brown” pattern. Produced in Italy between 1982 and 1991, the design features a refined white porcelain ground encircled by a deep brown band and finished with hand-applied gold trim. The aesthetic is timeless—formal yet warm—perfect for both classic and modern interiors. This impressive set includes an extensive assortment of dinner, salad, and bread plates, rimmed soup bowls, cups and saucers, plus numerous serving pieces including platters, bowls, a teapot, sugar, creamer, and a gravy boat with attached underplate. A rare opportunity to acquire a complete matching service from one of Europe’s most prestigious porcelain houses. Approximate inventory (over 150 pieces): 2 Large Salad / Serving Bowls 1 Chop Plate 25 Dinner Plates 6 Salad / Dessert Plates 17 Rim Soup Bowls 24 Flat Cups 28 Saucers 25 Bread & Butter Plates 21 Salad Plates 1 Gravy Boat with Attached Underplate 1 Sugar Bowl with Lid 1 Creamer 1 Oval Mustard with Lid and Dish 1 Teapot 1 Rectangular Serving Tray 1 16-inch Oval Serving Platter 2 12-inch Oval Serving Platters

All pieces bear the Richard Ginori backstamp. Excellent vintage condition overall, with only light signs of use consistent with careful service. The gold trim remains bright and intact. Italian porcelain and formal dining · Mid-century to postmodern elegance with classic luxury · Brown and gold banded china · Collectible service.

This extensive service provides complete formal place settings for approximately 16 to 17 guests, or can accommodate up to 24-25 diners when used for more casual entertaining.

$9,999

Designer / maker

Richard Ginori

Date

1980's

Period

1980-1989

Country

Italy

Materials

Gold, Porcelain

Dimensions

Height: 2 in (5.08 cm), Width: 11 in (27.94 cm), Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)

Condition

Good

Quantity

159