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Dragons in Compartments Plate Chamberlains Worcester Porcelain England Ca.1820"
By Chamberlains Worcester
Located in Katonah, NY
, echoing the Famille Verte palette of Chinese porcelain.
The pattern originated at Worcester in the late
Category
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Early Qing Pair Blanc de Chine Porcelain Hawk Figures
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very finely made pair antique Chinese porcelain blanc de chine figures of hawks dating from the
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
patterns painted onto porcelain and other Chinese art. These carpets showed up in the imperial courts
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Wool, Cotton
19th Century Antique Art Deco Chinese rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
patterns painted onto porcelain and other Chinese art. These carpets showed up in the imperial courts
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Wool, Cotton
19th Century Antique Art Deco Chinese Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
patterns painted onto porcelain and other Chinese art. These carpets showed up in the imperial courts
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Pair of Gu-Form Pink Porcelain Family Vases, Late 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Small gu-form porcelain vases decorated with pink family enamels on a yellow background with green
Category
Late 19th Century Asian Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Bronze
Meissen, Germany. Blue Onion cabaret tray made of porcelain.
Located in København, Copenhagen
tray made of porcelain, two compartments with a handle.
Hand-painted.
Circa 1900.
In good condition
Category
Early 1900s German Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Set of Ten Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Shallow Bowls
Located in Point Richmond, CA
A Set of Ten Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Shallow Bowls. This set of fine porcelain china is
Category
Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese bowl with painted decorations, 18th C.
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Rare Chinese bowl with painted decorations, 18th Century.
Category
18th Century Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Bayeux French Porcelain Cantonese Dish Figure in Garden, 19C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nice and unusual cantonese dish in polychrome colors. After Chinese porcelain but from
Category
19th Century European Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$947 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of French Ormolu-Mounted Blue-Ground Porcelain Vases Fitted as Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A fine quality pair of French Ormolu-Mounted Chinese Porcelain Vases mounted as lamps in mottled
Category
19th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Chinese Ceramic Plate, Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Chinese ceramic plate, China early 20th century.
Floreal motifs on the edge and chinese scene
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ceramic
Franciscan by Gladding McBean El Patio Jug Carafe w/ Lid, Sea Mist Green 1930s
By Franciscan China 1, Gladding, McBean
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage Art deco style carafe or jug with lid features simple, clean design, the iconic “pretzel” shaped cup handle, and high gloss turquoise glaze. It's a part of El Patio line, at...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Chinese Ceramic Plate, Late 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Chinese ceramic plate, China late 19th century.
Iron hook on the back
Plate diameter 22 cm
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ceramic
Rare Pair of Famille Rose Porcelain and Ormolu Napoleon III Oil Lamps
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A beautiful French and Asian collaboration of a 19thC pair of Napoleon III Famille Rose porcelain
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Napoleon III Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ormolu
$6,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Qianlong Amsterdam Bont Porcelain Dish Willem IV of Orange
Wife, 18thC
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
.
We take a look at Amsterdams Bont porcelain from China. A relatively unknown niche of Chinese
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18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$2,046 Sale Price
20% Off
Blue and White Foliate 19th Century Chinese Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A fine pair of 19th century Chinese porcelain vases, decorated throughout with stylised foliate and
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century, Chinease Vase Lamp
Located in Cheshire, GB
Chinese Porcelain Famille Verte Vase mounted as a lamp depicting an Islamic market, raised up on
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$2,136 Sale Price
41% Off
19th Century Antique Dragon Art Deco Chinese Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
patterns painted onto porcelain and other Chinese art. These carpets showed up in the imperial courts
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Meissen. "Blaue Blume” porcelain plate with floral pattern. Ca. 1900–1924
Located in København, Copenhagen
Porcelain, founded in 1710, was Europe’s first porcelain manufactory and broke China’s monopoly on porcelain
Category
Early 20th Century German Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Meissen Porcelain Quatrefoil Miniature Hand-Painted Dish 1920s
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
manufactory, rivaling Chinese porcelain and revolutionizing ceramic art. Renowned for its innovation, vibrant
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Early 20th Century German Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Phoenix Tail Vase with Figures in a Garden, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
they play in a Qing dynasty garden. Chinese porcelain became known worldwide for its beauty and
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Blood
Milk Red Enamels Birds European Samson Porcelain Vases, 19th Cen
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A pair of superb vases. Probably 19th century french copy of 18th century Chinese porcelain vases
Category
19th Century European Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$1,038 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Early 19th Century Chinese Export Punch Bowl
Located in Richmond, VA
Early 19th century Chinese export punchbowl.
Category
Early 19th Century Hong Kong Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Original Chinese Ceramic Planters Early XX Century with Bases
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Chinese ceramic planters early XX century with bases.
Beautiful pieces for central decor planters
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of 1900s French Bronze-Mounted Parrot Lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nicely chased 1900s bronze-mounted Chinese porcelain parrots with French hand painted porcelain
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Bronze
$5,750 / set
Antique Art Deco Chinese Rug Circa 1900
Located in Los Angeles, US
patterns painted onto porcelain and other Chinese art. These carpets showed up in the imperial courts
Category
Early 1900s Asian Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Set of Ten Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Soy Sauce Dishes
Located in Point Richmond, CA
A Set of Ten Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Soy Sauce Dishes. This set of fine porcelain china is
Category
Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Reticulated Chinese Famille Rose Medallion Porcelain Bowl or Basket
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This antique late Qing handpainted oval shaped reticulated Chinese export porcelain Famille Rose
Category
1850s Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$1,224 Sale Price
20% Off
Haviland Limoges Hand Painted Porcelain Cup
Saucer, 1876-1886
By Haviland
Co.
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
that carried factory decorated Limoges's porcelain, had their own china decorating departments and
Category
Late 19th Century French Arts and Crafts Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
18th Century Blue and White Chinese Nanking Cargo and Cafe-au-lai Porcelain Bowl
Located in Brea, CA
An 18th century Chinese Nanking cargo blue and white and cafe -au-lait porcelain bowl, decorated to
Category
Mid-18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
1990s Vintage Decorative Chinese Rug with Floral Design 10′2″ × 11′2″
Located in Los Angeles, US
patterns painted onto porcelain and other Chinese art. These carpets showed up in the imperial courts
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Pair Of 19th Century Porcelain Parrots By Samson Et Cie, Paris
By Edmé Samson
Located in Dublin, IE
Ceramics copied designs by Chelsea, Meissen, Sevres as well as many Chinese export porcelain items.
Not
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19th Century French Rococo Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
1910s Antique Worn Chinese Rug - 8
6
X 5
9
Located in Los Angeles, US
patterns painted onto porcelain and other Chinese art. These carpets showed up in the imperial courts
Category
1910s Unknown Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Chinese Kangxi Blue and White Kraak Porcelain Plate with Silver Bracket, 1700
Located in Delft, NL
Chinese Kangxi blue and white Kraak porcelain plate with silver bracket
A Chinese Kangxi blue
Category
17th Century Dutch Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Silver
Fine Paris Porcelain Empire Coffee Service, Gilt-Decorated, Circa 1830
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
be replaced by a different material. This brought about an immediate demand for porcelain from China
Category
19th Century French Empire Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Porcelain and Doré Bronze Candelabra, Barbedienne, Edouard Lievre
By F. Barbedienne Foundry
Located in New York, NY
A very unusual pair of antique French doré bronze and Chinese Export porcelain, orientalist style
Category
Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Gilt-Bronze Mounted Chinese Celadon-Ground Vases
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Pair of Large Gilt-Bronze Mounted Chinese Celadon-Ground and Slip Decorated Porcelain Vases
Category
19th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ormolu
Pair of 19th Century Chinese Turquoise Porcelain Ormolu Mounted Covered Vases
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of 19th Century Chinese Turquoise Porcelain Ormolu Mounted Covered Vases with Dragon
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1870s French Louis XV Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ormolu
Pair of Antique Fsmille Verte Porcelain Vases in green glaze, China 19th Century
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a pair of stunning Chinese Famille Verte porcelain square-section
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Mayer
Sherratt (Trade Name Melba China )
By Thomas Mayer
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Mayer & Sherratt (Trade Name Melba
China) set of six cake/salad plates in the Imari pattern
Category
1920s English Art Deco Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Gold Leaf
$79 Sale Price
64% Off
Chinese Kangxi mark
period Very Large Imari Dish or Plate Porcelain, Ca 1710
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very beautifully hand painted Chinese Imari porcelain very large Dish or Plate / Platter
Category
Late 17th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Spode Porcelain Teacup Trio, Red Imari Dollar Pattern, Regency, ca 1810
By Spode
Located in London, GB
1800 he perfected the bone china recipe that has been used by British potters ever since, and he was
Category
Early 1800s English Regency Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Rare Meissen Marcolini Porcelain Chinoiserie Incense Burner Vase and Cover
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Queens, NY
A rare Meissen Marcolini Porcelain Chinoiserie incense burner vase and cover, made for the Chinese
Category
Late 18th Century German Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$30,000 Sale Price
40% Off
Haviland Limoges Hand Painted Arts
Crafts Landscape Porcelain Creamer
Sugar
By Haviland
Co.
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Limoges's porcelain, had their own china decorating departments and produced high quality hand painted
Category
Late 19th Century French Arts and Crafts Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Gold
Mason’s Ironstone Chinese Ceramic Vase with Top and Flower Print
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Mason’s Ironstone Chinese Ceramic Vase with Top and Flower
Measures 25cm x20cm / 9,83 x 7,87
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ceramic
Late 18th Century Georgian English New Hall Partial Porcelain Tea Set
By New Hall
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Late 18th century Georgian English New Hall partial fine porcelain tea/china set with rose colored
Category
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Export Famille Rose
Precious Objects
Porcelain Dish
Located in Downingtown, PA
Chinese Export Famille Rose 'Precious Objects' Porcelain Dish,
Qianlong Period,
Circa 1765-1775
Category
Mid-18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Altar Vase with Double Happiness Motif
Located in Yonkers, NY
" diameter and waisted neck offering a classic silhouette associated with Chinese porcelain altar vases
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of 17th century porcelain boxes from the Hatcher Cargo
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of 17th century Chinese porcelain blue and white boxes painted with flowering branches of
Category
1640s Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Large Vintage Chinese Famille Rose Covered Serving Bowl Jing De Zhen Circa 70s
Located in Richmond, CA
We are delighted to offer this large Chinese porcelain covered serving bowl, a remarkable example
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 5 Handpainted Delinières Limoges Porcelain Cups and Saucers, 1906
By Delinieres
Co. 1, Limoges
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Limoges's porcelain, had their own china decorating departments and produced high quality hand painted
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Gold
Haviland Limoges Hand Painted Art Deco Porcelain Plates Water Lilies
By Haviland
Co.
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
many high-end department stores that carried factory decorated Limoges's porcelain, had their own china
Category
Late 19th Century French Art Deco Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain, Ceramic
One Blue and White Dish, Yongzheng Period, Qing Dynasty Ex Sotheby
s
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
Diameter: 11.5cm Height: 2cm
Provenance: Made in Imperial China Porcelain from the Ca Mau shipwreck, circa
Category
Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain, Ceramic
One Blue and White Dish, Yongzheng Period, Qing Dynasty Ex Sotheby
s
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
Diameter: 11.5cm Height: 2cm
Provenance: Made in Imperial China Porcelain from the Ca Mau shipwreck, circa
Category
Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Antique Chinese Export Porcelain Monkey, Likely Qing Dynasty w/ Paperwork
Located in Atlanta, GA
Period Circa 1780. We belive this is later.
Chinese Export Porcelain Figural Monkey, likely late Qing
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
19th CENTURY PAIR OF QING PERIOD PORCELAIN POTICHES
Located in Firenze, FI
This elegant pair of Chinese porcelain potiches is a masterpiece of refinement and beauty. The
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
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 GallerySeptember 23, 2020The 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, 2022Chinese 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.
- 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, 2022A 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.
- What is Chinese porcelain called?2 Answers
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020True 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 GalleryMarch 17, 2021In China, porcelain is referred to a "cíqì" 瓷器. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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, 2022You 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 ExpertAugust 20, 2024To 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.
- 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Chinese 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chinese 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, 2022To 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, 2022Chinese 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, 2022The 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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, 2022There 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, 2022One 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 ExpertOctober 30, 2024Yes, 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, 2024To 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 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.
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