1 Blue Note
This hand-blown vessel (4¾” h. x 4½” diam.), made in 1971 by RMC Denmark, is infused with a midnight-blue hue that further deepens the beauty of a cut flower, plant, or branch. $600, Home 114, 631-749-1811, home114collection.com.
2 On Edge
Made in Denmark, these silver-plated Art Deco knife rests (each 1½” h. x 3½” w. x 1½” d.) add a sculptural twist to your table decor. $475 for a set of eight, Pamela Lerner Antiques, 145 S. Country Rd., Bellport, 631-776-2183, pamelalernerantiques.com.
3 Totally Chill
Based in Milan, Gabriella Crespi has been designing home furnishings and objects since the 1950s. Like most of her cutting-edge creations, this signed circa-1970 wood-and-brass ice bucket (10″ h. x 8¾” w. x 8¾” d.) is as functional as it is beautiful. $3,800, Gustavo Olivieri, 74 Montauk Hwy., East Hampton, 631-537-2811, gustavoolivieri.com.
4 Iron Constitution
From the 1830s through the Victorian era, ironstone was a popular alternative to pottery in England. This circa-1900 assortment includes pitchers, platters, dishes, a chiller, and a gravy boat. From $85 to $850 per item, English Country Antiques, 25 Snake Hollow Rd., Bridgehampton, 631-537-0606, ecantiques.com.
5 Well Seasoned
Guests won’t hold back on the salt and pepper with this pair of 1960s Danish Modern rosewood and stainless-steel mills (7¼” h. x 3¼” diam.) designed by Richard Nissen. $875, SL Home/Vices, 10 Jagger Ln., Southampton, 917-224-7424, stlkearns@aol.com.