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How can you tell if pottery is rare?
To tell if pottery is rare, you'll need to conduct some research using trusted online resources. In order to be rare, a piece either needs to be so old that few other examples remain or be produced in limited quantities. By researching the maker and learning more about pottery similar to yours, you can determine whether these conditions apply to items in your collection. Alternatively, you can consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of pottery.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
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19th Century French Green Glazed Earthenware Jug or Water Cruche
Located in Buisson, FR
Great authentic and rare piece of pottery from the Provence. Beautiful weathered and an amazing color. Imperfections help authenticate this water cruche as it was a utilitarian type...
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware

Rare Massive Antique Ironstone Mason s Ashworth Chinoiserie Meat Serving Platter
Located in New York, NY
Rare massive early antique Mason's Ashworth Ironstone Chinoiserie pattern hand painted enamel over transfer decoration meat serving footed platter with reservoir for "au jus" 19th Ce...
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Antique 19th Century English Chinese Export Pottery

Materials

Ironstone

19th Century French Green Glazed Confit Pot
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A charming 19th century French confit pot from the southwest of France, showcasing a stunning deep green glaze characteristic of regional pottery from the late 1800s. Hand-thrown in ...
Category

Antique 19th Century French Pottery

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Terracotta

French 19th Century Glazed Terracotta Jug or Water Cruche Orjol
Located in Buisson, FR
Great authentic and extremely rare piece of pottery with a spout in handle from the Provence called : Orjol du Lauragais. The fact that this jug has a multiple colour glazing makes i...
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Pottery

Materials

Terracotta

Large Original Art Deco Ceramic Vase by Keith Murray, C.1930
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Lovely shaped grey ceramic vase made by Wedgwood. Designed by Keith Murray Makers marks and facsimile signature on base 2 tiny hairline cracks to the rim.( shown in the images ) ...
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Large European Pottery in the Style of Biot Jarre
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Beautiful Large Clay Pots in the europan biot jarre style Cream, brown, terracotta colors Size: 28" d x 29"h Opening 13" weight 67 lbs approx
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20th Century Organic Modern Pottery

Materials

Clay

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