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1890s Ivory Blue Antique Chinese Mongolian Rug 17
0" x 17
2" Wool Square Carpet
Located in New York, NY
elegance of traditional Chinese export porcelain, translating that refined aesthetic into a monumental
Category
1890s Chinese Other Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Handmade Chinese Ningxia Square Throw Rug
Located in New York, NY
West and they fitted in well with the craze for Chinese blue-and-white porcelain in the second half of
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Wool
Pair of Chinese Export Porcelain Plates Qianlong Era Circa 1750
Located in Katonah, NY
of Chinese export porcelain plates is hand-painted in vibrant famille rose enamels.
The central scene
Category
Mid-18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Wonderful Minton Bone China Vase Decorated by Jessie Smith C.1850
Located in Exeter, GB
A wonderful Minton bone china vase c.1850. Superbly painted round the body with studies of roses in
Category
19th Century Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$1,916 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Chinese Export Porcelain Blue White Chien Lung Soup Tureen Centerpiece
Located in Dublin, Ireland
A Very Fine & Rare Example of an Eighteenth-Century Chinese Porcelain Export Circular Lidded twin
Category
Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Haviland Limoges Hand Painted Pair of Porcelain Cups
Saucers, France 1894-1931
By Haviland
Co.
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
decorated Limoges's porcelain, had their own china decorating departments and produced high quality hand
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Late 19th Century French Art Deco Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Haviland Limoges Demitasse Cup and Saucer Set Bone China, Art Deco
By Haviland
Co.
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
store in Philadelphia that specialized in selling English and Limoges porcelain in 1880-1930s. MET
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Chinese White Porcelain Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
This vintage Chinese porcelain bead necklace features 50 beads with white and pink flower designs
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Porcelain
Chinese Blue and White Double Happiness Temple Jars - A Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century Chinese Blue and White Chinese Porcelain Double Happiness Temple Jars. The Double
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Chinese Famille Rose Fencai Double Happiness Tea Cups Plate Set 70s
Located in Richmond, CA
We are honored to offer this exceptional Chinese porcelain tea set, specifically designed for
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$945 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Pair of Antique Chinese Café Au Lait Porcelain and Ormolu Vases
Located in London, GB
Pair of antique Chinese café au leit porcelain and ormolu vases
Porcelain: Chinese, 18th Century
Category
18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ormolu
18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Punch Bowl
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A mid-18th century Chinese export porcelain punch bowl, hand-painted with "The Judgement of Paris
Category
1760s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Late 18th- Early 19th Century Chinese Export Punch Bowl with Flowers
Located in Richmond, VA
Late 18th- early 19th century Chinese export punch bowl with flowers. One hairline crack seen, but
Category
Early 19th Century Hong Kong Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Very Finely Painted Late 19th Century Berlin K.P.M. Porcelain Rectangular Plaque
By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)
Located in Long Island City, NY
closely mirrored the high-quality porcelain made in China. He invested large sums of money into the
Category
Late 19th Century German Belle Époque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain, Giltwood
Antique Chinese Blanc de Chine Porcelain Tripod Censer Monster Paw Feet Kangxi
Located in Richmond, CA
This 18th-century Kangxi period blanc de chine Chinese porcelain tripod censer is an exemplar of
Category
Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Fine pair Antique Chinese Export Orange Ground
24K Gilt Vases Turned to Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of Antique 19th Century Chinese Export Orange Ground and 24K Gilt Decorated Vases later
Category
1860s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Early 20th-Century Chinese Qianlong-Style Porcelain Vase with Square Seal Mark
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautifully rendered early 20th-century Chinese porcelain vase executed in the Qianlong style
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
A Large and Fantastic 19th Century Bronze Mounted K.P.M. Porcelain Centerpiece
By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Large and Fantastic Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted Berlin K.P.M. Porcelain Centerpiece
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Late 19th Century German Belle Époque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Wedgwood
Co. Ltd China figure of the Puppy Seller, English, circa 1910
By Wedgwood
Co
Located in Central England, GB
A scarce Edwardian Wedgwood and Co. Ltd, England, delightful hand painted China figure of the Puppy
Category
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
English Adderley Ware Porcelain Plates, Pair
By Adderley Ware
Located in New York, NY
A pair of English fine bone china porcelain plates with a beautiful floral botanical center design
Category
Early 20th Century English Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
French Louis XVI Style Dore Bronze
Chinese Sang De Boeuf Porcelain Lamps, Pair
By Emmanuel-Alfred Beurdeley
Located in New York, NY
A very fine pair of antique French Louis XVI style dore bronze and Chinese sang de boeuf porcelain
Category
1870s French Louis XVI Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Bronze
1950, Eternal Rose (Japan) Fine China 8-Person Dining Set - 44 pieces
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Vintage, Eternal Rose dining set. Made is Japan.
The set consists of:
8 tea cups,
8 saucers,
8 snack plates - 7.5"
8 dinner plates - 10",
8 soup / salad bowls 6 2/8",
1 salad b...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Kangxi Mark
period Plate Porcelain Blue
White ding mark, Ca 1700
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a beautifully hand-painted Chinese porcelain blue and white plate, from the Qing, Kangxi
Category
Late 17th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Kangxi Mark
period Chinese Plate Porcelain Blue
White flower basket, Ca 1700
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a beautifully hand-painted Chinese porcelain blue and white plate, from the Qing, Kangxi
Category
Late 17th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Handmade Chinese Peking Long Gallery Carpet in Cream
Blue
Located in New York, NY
be exported to the West and they fitted in well with the craze for Chinese blue-and-white porcelain
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Wool
Antique Blue
White Chinese Large Lidded Temple Jar Vase Antiques Los Angeles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Antique Blue
White Chinese Large Lidded Temple Jar Vase Antiques Los Angeles. Important 1st
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
$6,240 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Chinese Export Porcelain Blue White Chien Lung Soup Tureen Centerpiece
Located in Dublin, Ireland
A Very Fine & Rare Example of an Eighteenth-Century Chinese Porcelain Export Circular Lidded twin
Category
Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Antique Chinese Export Porcelain Dish Hand-Painted Qianlong Era Circa 1760
Located in Katonah, NY
This exquisite Chinese porcelain powder-blue dish was hand-painted in the 18th century during the
Category
Mid-18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese
Ormolu Bronze Mounted Terrine, 18th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A unique 18th century chinese famille rose India Company ormolu bronze mounted terrine porcelain
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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
A pair of colourful hand painted Chinese ginger jars with covers circa 1930
Located in Central England, GB
This most vibrant and highly decorative pair of Chinese porcelain ginger jars and covers have a
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
A Set of 5 English Hand-Decorated Minton Fine China Espresso Cups with Saucers
By Minton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
' under-glaze seal. Circa: 1912-1950.
Minton china refers to high-quality porcelain and bone china
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Blue and White Chinese Export Porcelain Dish Hand Painted Kangxi 1700
Located in Katonah, NY
This beautiful blue and white porcelain dish was made in China during the Kangxi reign (1662–1722
Category
Early 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Famille Verte Porcelain Vases w/ Kangxi Mark
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A finely decorated pair of Chinese porcelain vases, painted in the famille verte palette and
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Turquoise Glazed Mythical Beast, Late Qing Dynasty, circa 1900, China
Located in Austin, TX
An unusual and absolutely charming Chinese porcelain turquoise glazed mythical beast, possibly a
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Delft Blue and White Baluster Vase
By Delft
Located in Basildon, GB
foliage, in typical imitation of Chinese porcelain style.
Category
Early 18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ceramic, Delft
$670 Sale Price
59% Off
Large Antique Chinese Export Porcelain Bowl Famille Rose Hand Painted C-1770
Located in Katonah, NY
This exquisite 18th-century Chinese export porcelain bowl was hand-painted during the Qianlong era
Category
1770s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Kangxi Chinese Famille Verte Tea Set Top, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
unusual Hare Mark.
Chinese café au lait porcelain is a type of Chinese porcelain that was made
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$1,801 Sale Price / set
20% Off
18th C. Chinese Dish or Plate Porcelain Blue
White Hand Painted Hunting Scene
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very beautifully hand painted Chinese porcelain blue and white Dish or Deep Plate from
Category
Mid-18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Large porcelain bowl – East India Company – 18th century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Elegant large Chinese porcelain bowl, made for the European market in the 18th century as part of
Category
18th Century Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Qing Dynasty Porcelain Vase – Hand-Painted Figures, Historical Verse
Signature
Located in Bochum, NRW
Antique Chinese Porcelain Vase – Hand-Painted Figures, Poetic Inscription
Qing Dynasty Mark
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Six Piece "Mason
s Ironstone" Toiletry Set, English, circa 1835
By Mason
s Ironstone
Located in Incline Village, NV
importation and marketing of Chinese porcelain. The "Willow Pattern" is used on this set, albeit, a
Category
1830s English Early Victorian Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ironstone
Guerin &Co Limoges France Set of 3 Cups and Saucers Bone China, 1891-1900
By Limoges
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Set of 3 cups and 3 saucers by Guerin &Co was made of fine, semi-transparent bone china in
Category
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain, Ceramic
Pair of Ormolu-mounted Celadon Ewers Attributed to Edward Holmes Baldock
Located in London, GB
Chinese porcelain bodies 18th century.
Provenance:
The Earls of Bradford, Weston Park, Shropshire
Category
19th Century Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ormolu
Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Bowl with Rococo Gilt Bronze Mounts, 19th Century
Located in NICE, FR
An elegant 19th-century Chinese Famille Rose porcelain cup, richly decorative and mounted in Rococo
Category
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Large Dish or Plate 11+ins dia Porcelain Blue
White, Yongzheng Ca 1730
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a beautifully hand-painted Chinese Export porcelain blue and white, large deep plate or
Category
Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Round Porcelain Box from the Hatcher Collection Decorated with Phoenix
Located in Atlanta, GA
17th century Chinese porcelain blue and white cosmetics box from the Hatcher Collection decorated
Category
17th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Large Antique 18th Century Clobbered Porcelain Charger Flowers Rock Deer Dragon
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
-1680 to compete with the colourfull Japanese porcelain of the time. At the turn of the 17th c Chinese
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$2,694 Sale Price
20% Off
18th C Chinese Large Plate Blue
White 32cm diameter, Qing Qianlong Ca 1770
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a good Chinese porcelain circular Platter or large plate, made for the export (Canton
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Oriental Possibly Samson Finely Hand Decorated Porcelain Vase
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
produced by Samson of Paris inspired by Chinese porcelain. The vase is not marked.
In good condition
Category
Early 20th Century French Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Chinese Export Famille Verte Figures of the Hehe Erxian Twins
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace the allure of Chinese porcelain with this fine Pair of Chinese Export Famille Verte figures
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$2,240 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Chinese Famille Rose of Elephant Form Joss or Candlestick
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
An exquisite Chinese porcelain joss stick holder dating to the early 19th century, crafted in the
Category
1870s Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Enamel
$1,350 Sale Price
25% Off
Antique Chinese Qing Biscuit Porcelain Scholar
s Brush Pot Bitong Gold Fish 1850
Located in Portland, OR
A rare antique 19th century Chinese Qing Dynasty, Daoguang period porcelain bitong or scholar's
Category
1850s Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Set of Four Louis XVI Painted and Parcel-Gilt Fauteuils en Cabriolet
Located in Montreal, QC
collection The Chinese Porcelain Company. Bearing tag sold by Frank Patridge NY
Category
1780s French Louis XVI Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Wood
Antique Blue and White Mennecy Porcelain Tureen Mid-18th Century France Ca. 1750
By Mennecy Porcelain Manufactory 1
Located in Katonah, NY
originated from European potters' early efforts to imitate Chinese porcelain using mixtures of clay and glass
Category
Mid-18th Century French Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Kangxi Mark
period Plate or Dish Porcelain Blue
White, Ca 1700
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very beautifully hand-painted Chinese porcelain blue and white large plate or Dish, from
Category
Late 17th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
18th Century Chinese Plate or Bowl Blue
White, Qing Qianlong Circa 1770
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a good Chinese porcelain circular deep plate or soup bowl made for the export (Canton
Category
18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Georgian "Vase and Flower" Pattern Mason
s Patent Ironstone China
By Mason
s Ironstone
Located in Dallas, TX
line impressed "Masons Patent Ironstone China" mark and a printed crown mark, color washed in green
Category
Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ironstone
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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
- 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.
- 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, 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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, 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 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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