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Large Cobalt Blue Serving Hot Water charger Chinese porcelain Arch of Noah
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Ready for dinner guys?⁠ ⁠ We would like to describe this piece as a hot water serving charger. We all know the hot water dishes but a piece of this size is quite unique, even though ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Bowl 18th C. SE Asian Thai / Malay Market Bencharong
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated bowl. Extremely well painted and rare with elephants/tigers and figures. Condition: Overall condition 2 restored chips to rim, some kind of paste and pa...
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique 18th Century Large Plate Qing Chinese Porcelain Chine De Commande Sepia
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A rare, good conditioned, and quality painting plate. Very nicely decorated piece with good details. Blue, sepia and gilt decoration, central sepia reserve "European landscape wit...
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Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Rare Ca 1700 Early Kangxi Chinese Porcelain Black-Ground Dish Birds Flower
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Description Kangxi period and amazing quality dish with different kind of flowers, trees and birds in verte palette on a black ground. Base with bamboo sprouts on yellow ground an...
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17th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

19th C Chinese Porcelain Snuff Bottle Blue White Hand Painted, Qing Xianfeng
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good quality Chinese snuff bottle, made from porcelain and finely hand painted in
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique 18th Century Large Serving Plate Jiaqing Qing Chinese Porcelain Blue and
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
An excellent, deep and large octagonal serving dish, exceptionally finely painted in underglaze blue with central reserve containing four pineapples and foliage, surrounded by a wide...
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

18th Century Large Serving Dish Qing Chinese Porcelain Blue Ground with Pink
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A rare, good conditioned, and quality painting serving platter with a blue ground and pink flowers. Very nicely decorated piece with good details. Probably late Qianlong or Jia...
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Chinese Porcelain "George Brander Murder" Milk Jug Chine De Commande, 18th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Compagnies des Indes à décor occidental, Paris, 1986 Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery
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18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Qing ca 1900 Carved Chinese Porcelain Statue Immortal Root Wood
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Description China, unusual and finely carved wooden statue. Carved wood root with at the top the
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Wood

Qing Dynasty Style Porcelain Celadon Enameled Vase, 19th Century
Located in CABA, AR
This exquisite Chinese porcelain vase combines the subtle sophistication of the traditional celadon
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Blue and White Chinese Porcelain Tea Caddy with Boys at Play Motif
Located in Clearwater, FL
A cylindrical blue and white porcelain tea caddy, finely decorated with the traditional “boys at
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Ming Period Ko Akae Chinese Porcelain Dish Kosometsuke Flowers Poem
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
and characteristics of the porcelain works produced in Chinese folk ceramic kilns. It is important
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17th Century Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Top Quality Wanli / Tianqi Antique Ming Period Chinese Porcelain Crane Waves
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Description A very nicely potted and painted early 17th century dish of a desirable cobalt blue! Stunning piece with unusal reverse decorated design. Visible are cranes, different k...
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17th Century Ming Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

#3 Antique 18th C Chinese Porcelain Qianlong Blue and White Plates Landscape
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated set of landscape plates. Stylistic painting style. Deep plates. Condition Overall condition dish 1 with a glaze line underside rim and small frit. Dish 2 ...
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Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Finest Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Vase Qing Daoguang Mark Early 20th Century
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Antique Chinese Famille Rose Vase with Hand-Painted Enamels and Inscription - Exquisite Artwork
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Early 1900s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Enamel

Antique Chinese Porcelain Dish Swatow Flower and Fenghuang, 16/17th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
with Birds also, probably Fenghuang. Storage box included. Additional information: Material: Porcelain
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17th Century Asian Ming Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique 19th c Chinese Porcelain Cantonese Figural Plate Figures Qing Daoguang
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nice and Beautifully painted Cantonese dish with lots of highly detailed figures, flowers and animals. Early Canton ware Daoguang period. There is some text at the base, probably inv...
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19th Century Asian Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique 19th c Chinese Porcelain Cantonese Figural Plate Figures Qing Daoguang
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nice and Beautifully painted Cantonese vase with lots of highly detailed flowers and animals. Early Canton ware Daoguang period. Condition No damages, just some minimal enamel loss ...
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19th Century Asian Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Set of 3 Antique Imari Dish Qing Chinese Porcelain China Imari, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Plates, Tea Drinking Region of Origin: China Period: 18th century Qing
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18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Painted Applied Scene Satsuma Vase Table Lamps - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Chinese Chinoiserie Porcelain Colorful Painted Applied Scene Satsuma Vase Table Lamps - a
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Early 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique French Samson Armorial Dish Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose 19th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Very nice antique European Samson armorial dish. Additional information: Material: Porcelain
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19th Century European Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Pair 19th Century Bowls - Chinese Porcelain - Family Rose - Bronze Gilt Mounts
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A pair of Chinese "Family Rose" Bowls, in a French ormolu gilt pedestal mount with side handles
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1870s French Napoleon III Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Bronze, Ormolu

#10 Antique Chinese Porcelain 18th C Yongzheng/Qianlong Kraak Blue White dinner
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated SET of Dishes in Blue and white, Kangxi Period in Japanese Kraak Style. Around 1700. Decorated with flowers and birds Condition Very good condition. Minor fr...
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

20th Century Large Chinese Porcelain Artifact Bamboo behind Glass Marked
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely and large bamboo artifact behind glass. Marked. Condition Overall condition perfect. Size: 1100x 400mm approx. Period 20th century.
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Bamboo

Pair Antique Chinese Porcelain Lanterns Made into Lamps, Circa 1890-1900
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair Antique Chinese ceramic porcelain lanterns made into lamps, Circa 1890-1900.
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Ceramic

Exceptional Antique 19th c Japanese or Chinese Porcelain Vase with figures
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely and beautifully made piece with different kind of motiffs, dragons, flaming pearl Condition some usual ware and traces of use. Could do with a cleaning. Size: 38x24.5CM Diame...
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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Ming Period Chinese Porcelain Charger Eagle and Goat Yin Yang Harmony
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing this new arrival. An amazing Blue and white porcelain dish, Kraak porcelain. ⁠ ⁠ China
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17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Set of 3 Large Chinese Porcelain Kitchen Ching Qing Bowls, 19th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely Chinese set of 3 Kitchen Qing bowls. Marked at base. Additional information: Material
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Rare Kangxi Chinese Porcelain Large Dish with Pagode Balcony or Wall Marked
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Fabulous quality blue and white porcelain large dish, Chenghua mark at the base but of later Kangxi
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17th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Jiajing/Wanli Ming Swatow Large Plate, 16/17th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Country of Manufacturing: China Age: Pre
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16th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Set of 2 Antique Chinese Porcelain Plates Kangxi/Yongzheng Period Blue White
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Period: 18th century Emperor: Yongzheng (1722-1735) China
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Set of 5 Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Blue White Dinner Plates Pagode
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Decoration Type / Colour: Blue & White Region of Origin: China
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Blue And White Gilt Flowers Dishes, 18C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
painting quality is very nice. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Pair of Antique Kangxi Yongzheng Plate Qing Chinese Porcelain Flowers, 1720-1730
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Period: 18th century Qing (1661
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18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Plate in Blue and White Yongzheng / Qianlong, 18th C.
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
. This is a blue and white one. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Decoration Type
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Plate in Blue and White Yongzheng/Qianlong, 18th C.
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
. This is a blue and white one. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Decoration Type
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Plate in Blue and White Yongzheng Everything, 18th C.
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
. This is a blue and white one. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Decoration Type
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Set of 5 Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Blue White Dinner Plates Pagode
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
: Porcelain & Pottery Decoration Type / Colour: Blue & White Region of Origin: China Emperor: Kangxi (1661
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

#2 Antique Chinese Porcelain 18th C Kangxi Blue White Set Dinner Plates
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated SET of 2 dishes from the 18th century, Kangxi period. Precious objects scene. Condition rimfritting only. Size 21x3CM DiameterxHeight Period 18th century Q...
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Pair Antique Cobalt Blue Dishes Figures in landscape Chinese Porcelain, 18th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Period: 18th century Qing (1661
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18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Set of 11 Antique Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Dinner Plates, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
scene. Dating to circa 1740-1760 Unmarked at the base. Additional information: Material: Porcelain
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Garden scene Chinese Porcelain Dish Qing Blue and White, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Plates Region of Origin: China Period: 18th century Qing (1661 - 1912) Age: Pre
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18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Pair of Antique Cobalt Blue Serving Dishes Landscape Chinese Porcelain, 18th Cen
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
guirlande. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Color: Blue & White Region of Origin
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18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Pair Antique Kosometsuke Dishes Chinese Porcelain Ming Gnarled Pine Tree, 17th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
. Kosometsuke, 17th century. Loveley scene of gnarled pine trees. Additional information: Material: Porcelain
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17th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Chinese Porcelain Dish Riot of Rotterdam/Kostermann Blue White Yu Marked, ca1690
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
India Companies’, London, 1962 p.189 (cat 170) and Le Corbellier, ‘China Trade Porcelain’, 1974 p.31. pl
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17th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Chinese Porcelain Dish Riot of Rotterdam/Kostermann Blue White Yu Marked, ca1690
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
India Companies’, London, 1962 p.189 (cat 170) and Le Corbellier, ‘China Trade Porcelain’, 1974 p.31. pl
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17th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Set of 6 Antique Chinese Porcelain Yongzheng/Qianlong Blue White Dinner Plates
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
with flowers and landscapes. Different shapes and sizes. Additional information: Material: Porcelain
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18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

48CM Antique Qing period Chinese Porcelain Blue and White Bulb Vase
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this lovely and well made Vase. The shape and color are truly beautiful. Country of origin: Japan Period: 19th century Condition Condition. 1 Large hairline. Size: ...
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19th Century Asian Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Ko Akae Plate Chinese Porcelain Wucai Tianqi Chongzhen Flowers, 17th Cen
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Emperor: Chongzhen (1627-1644), Tianqi
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17th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Set of 3 Antique Chinese Porcelain Blue White Dinner Plates, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Period: 18th century Qing (1661 - 1912) Age: Pre-1800
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18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Desert Plate Dish Amsterdam Bont, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Period: 18th century, 19th
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18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Large Antique Cobalt Blue Serving Hot Water Charger Chinese Porcelain, 18th Cen
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Color: Blue & White Region of Origin: China Period: 18th century
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18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Ko Akae Tea Bowl Cup Chinese Porcelain Chenghua Marked, 17th century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Emperor: Chongzhen (1627-1644), Tianqi (1620-1627
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17th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Rare Kangxi Chinese Porcelain Famille Noir Dish Birds Flower, ca 1700 Early
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Period: ca 1700 Qing (1661 - 1912) Age: Pre
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17th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Wucai 17C Antique Chinese Porcelain Ko Akae Incense Box Tianqi Chongzhen Period
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this fantastic Late Ming / transitional period Wucai / Ko-Akae dish. With a fantastic scene a scholar and attendant in a landscape. 17th century, Similar painted pi...
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17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Wucai 17C Antique Chinese Porcelain Ko Akae Deep Plate Tianqi Chongzhen Period
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this fantastic Late Ming / transitional period Wucai / Ko-Akae dish. With a fantastic scene a scholar and attendant in a landscape. 17th century, Similar painted pi...
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17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Rare Chinese Porcelain Ming Period Ko Akae Floral Dish, ca 1600-1660
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Emperor: Chongzhen (1627-1644), Tianqi
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17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Porcelain

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Porcelain

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Antique Chinese Porcelain For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of antique Chinese porcelain for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, porcelain and metal. Your living room may not be complete without an item from our selection of antique Chinese porcelain — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each choice in our collection of antique Chinese porcelain bearing Victorian, Louis XVI or Georgian hallmarks is very popular. Meissen Porcelain, Minton and CANTON FAMILLE ROSE each produced at least one beautiful object in our assortment of antique Chinese porcelain that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Chinese Porcelain?

A piece of antique Chinese porcelain can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,195, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $284,221.
Questions About Antique Chinese Porcelain
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    The best way to know is to take it to an expert, such as an appraiser, reputable dealer or auction house, or museum

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese Canton porcelain is a type of decorative hand-painted ceramic ware produced during the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries in China. Its name comes from the region where it originated. You will sometimes see it referred to as Cantonese porcelain. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Chinese Canton porcelain.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese porcelain pillow is a type of ceramic object produced by Chinese artisans. They normally have highly decorative rectangular designs and feature curved tops. Historically, they functioned as headrests, but today they normally serve purely as decorations. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Chinese porcelain ware.
  • PAGODA RED
    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    True porcelain ware was developed in the 11th century at the imperial kilns of Jingdezhen, Jiangxi province, China. These early porcelains of the Song and Yuan dynasties are known as Qingbai or Yingqing ware, defined by a light blue-grey glaze. Later forms of Chinese porcelain include blue and white underglaze ware, Celadon ware, Jun ware, Famille Verte ware, Wucai (Five Color) ware, and Dehua ware, also known as Blanc de Chine.

    Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GalleryMarch 17, 2021
    In China, porcelain is referred to a "cíqì" 瓷器.
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 15, 2020

    Chinese porcelain can usually be dated by form and decoration. However, copies and forgeries abound, so you should have an expert such as an appraiser, reputable dealer or auction house, or museum examine your porcelain to accurately date it.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify Chinese export porcelain, first look for a mark. Most pieces made after 1891 feature a maker's mark that you can research using authoritative online resources. Identifying older porcelain ware is more difficult. A licensed appraiser can provide assistance. You'll find a range of expertly vetted Chinese export porcelain on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can sell old Chinese porcelain in a few ways. You can advertise the piece locally or work with an antique shop or auction house. There are also reputable online platforms available for selling online. Shop a collection of Chinese porcelain on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese blue and white porcelain is the most common type of decorated porcelain. Its name in Chinese is qinghua. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern Chinese blue and white porcelain from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese Kangxi porcelain was popular because of its particular blue colorings. The blue was made using cobalt ore which was imported from Persia. As cobalt ore was a scarce ingredient, the rarity made the porcelain items highly sought after. Shop a collection of Chinese Kangxi porcelain from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • PAGODA RED
    PAGODA REDOctober 21, 2020

    For thousands of years, China’s court-sponsored porcelain industry has been at the forefront of technical innovation and aesthetic refinement. Exquisite finishes and precision of form gave China an international reputation for fine ceramic wares. Age, shape, glaze, motif, and reign mark are all factors contributing to the value of a ceramic piece, indicative of the maker and the dynastic reign under which the object was created.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To identify Chinese porcelain marks, consult trusted online resources. Most markings on Chinese porcelain consist of four to six characters, and the last two often represent when a piece was produced. Since there is a lot of variation in the markings, looking at images shared on trustworthy websites is the best way to make an identification. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Chinese porcelain.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To know if porcelain is antique, start by looking for any maker's marks and researching their origins. In many cases, it is necessary to enlist the help of a licensed appraiser to accurately date porcelain ware. You'll find a selection of expertly vetted antique porcelain on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Chinese blue and white porcelain is called qinghua, pronounced “CHING-hwa.” Artisans first began producing the porcelain during the Tang and Song dynasties ranging from 609 to 1279. However, the techniques the pottery is most well known for weren't developed until the subsequent Ming era, which lasted until 1644. You'll find a collection of Chinese porcelain on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best way to identify an antique porcelain vase is to check for a maker’s mark. Gently flip the vase over and look for a signature or logo on the bottom. You may also find the name of the artist or designer. Old vases were also made in wood-based kilns, so an antique vase will likely have small imperfections such as coarseness, crackling or asymmetry. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your vase. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a variety of expertly vetted antique porcelain vases.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few ways to tell the approximate age of a porcelain vase, including identifying the maker's mark. These are usually located on the bottom of the vase. The maker's mark can help you find the era of manufacture once you know the company or studio that produced the piece. Look for imperfections, which were inevitable with wood-fuelled kilns of the past but uncommon with modern gas-fuelled kilns. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique porcelain from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    One thing to look for in an antique porcelain figure is to look for the maker’s mark, usually found on the bottom of the piece. The porcelain figure will also have a delicate fragile quality to it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique porcelain figures from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best way to determine the age of porcelain lamps is to work with an appraiser. While some online resources can be helpful when you’re looking for information about the value of an item, the suggested value you find may not be the actual value of your item, since that will depend on a number of factors, including the shape it’s in. You’ll find expertly vetted porcelain lamps and other decor on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Yes, some antique porcelain is worth something. Many collectors actively seek out certain types of porcelain that are at least 100 years old. Some favorites among collectors include Chinese pottery, china crafted by makers like Rosenthal and Lenox and figurines produced by Meissen, Dresden, Nymphenburg and Capodimonte. Generally, the type, style, age, maker and condition will all play a role in determining how much antique porcelain is worth. If you wish to have any pieces in your collection evaluated, use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a variety of antique porcelain on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.

    When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.

    Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture.
  • PAGODA RED
    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.