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19th Century Assembled Set of 10 Porcelain Salt Dishes, Chinese Export
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
19th century assembled set of 10 porcelain salt dishes, Chinese export. Blue Canton, blue & white
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
$192 Sale Price / set
36% Off
1920
s Chinese Dinner Service
Located in Dallas, TX
16 piece 1920's Chinese dinner service set.
Category
1920s Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Ceramic, Glass
$3,440 / set
c. 1860 Qing Dynasty Chinese Jar Form Brush Washer
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1860 Chinese blue & white jar form brush washer. From the Qing Dynasty scholar's table
Category
1860s Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$116 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Over Bronze Charger
Located in Long Island City, NY
A large antique Chinese Meiji Era bronze and enamel charger. Circa: late 19th century to early 20th
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Meiji Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Enamel, Bronze
Antique Chinese Canton Famille Rose Porcelain Tea Pot c.1880
Located in Worcester, GB
Antique Chinese Canton Famille Rose Porcelain Tea Pot c.1880
A fine antique Chinese porcelain tea
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
1900s Peranakan Silver Sirih Leaf Holder
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Peranakan silver bekas sirih/sirih leaf holder; an addition to our
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
1662-1722 Chinese Kangxi Period, Blue and White Porcelain Plate
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Kangxi period, 1662-1722, blue & white porcelain plate, Chinese. Molded body with lotus petal
Category
17th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Large 18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Mug with Lid
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large 18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Mug with Lid
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Export, Blue Porcelain Fish Platter, 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A chinese export large porcelain rounded edges platter with a blue fish in the center from the 19th
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$2,921 Sale Price
20% Off
Circa 1830s Pair of Chinese Blue Canton Sauce Boats
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1830 near pair of Blue Canton sauce boats, Chinese. Leaf shaped with undulating borders
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Ceramic
$236 Sale Price / set
47% Off
Chinese octagonal Imari export plate, c. 1740-60
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Chinese export porcelain octagonal plate decorated in the Chinese Imari taste. The plate is
Category
Mid-18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Export Platter, circa 1820
Located in New York, NY
Chinese Export platter, circa 1820.
Mille fleur pattern.
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Export Famille Rose Porcelain Dinner Service-Eighteen Pieces
Located in Downingtown, PA
Exquisite Bloom: Chinese Export Famille Rose Dinner Service
This magnificent eighteen-piece
Category
1730s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Chinese Cobalt Blue Porcelain Centerpiece
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A very decorative 19th century Chinese cobalt blue porcelain centerpiece adorned with finely chased
Category
19th Century Chinese Louis XV Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Ormolu
Blue and White Porcelain Chinese Export Charger with Mountains, Pagoda
Located in Lomita, CA
Chinese export blue and white porcelain charger
is from the early 20th century. It is of circular
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$524 Sale Price
25% Off
Italian-Market Chinese Export Armorial Porcelain Dish, Marchesi di Sorbello Arms
Located in Downingtown, PA
The Coat-of-Arms on this Chinese Export armorial are for the Marchesi di Sorbello from a service
Category
Late 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Small Antique 18th Century Famille Rose Chinese Export Tray or Dish
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A small Chinese Export porcelain tray or dish.
Decorated in Famille Rose flowers and leafwork with
Category
18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Export Famille Rose Porcelain Soup Tureen
Located in Bradenton, FL
Chinese Export Famille rose porcelain soup tureen and underplate. Qianlong Period, decorated with
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Large Chinese Export Famille Rose Porcelain Platter
Located in Bradenton, FL
Large 19th century Chinese Export famille rose porcelain platter. Qianlong Period, decorated with
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Set of 4 Antique Chinese Porcelain Tea Set China Chine de Commande, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Type: Bowls
Region of Origin: China
Emperor: Qianlong (1735-1796)
Period
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$568 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Chinese Export Silver Stand and Egg Cruet Set for Six Persons
By Kwong Man Shing
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Chinese export silver egg cruet set for six persons
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Petite Chinese Mirror Tray, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Simple lines, a modest form and a layer of hand-brushed lacquer give this petite wooden tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. Rich with character, the square tray ...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Rustic Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Mirror, Pine
18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Hunt Pattern Punch Bowl
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Chinese Export Porcelain Hunt Pattern Punch Bowl. Late 18th century. Restorations. 4.75” h. x
Category
Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Ceramic
Chinese Export Porcelain Pair of Armorial Plates, Arms of Van Gellicum, Kangxi
Located in Downingtown, PA
Chinese export porcelain early armorial plates,
Arms of Van Gellicum, Dutch Market,
Kangxi
Category
Early 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
18th Century Style Chinese Export Armorial Chop Plate
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
An 18th century style Chinese Export Armorial Chop Plate. With multiple hairlines. Dramatic design
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Ceramic
$158 Sale Price
42% Off
Chinese Export Porcelain Famille Rose-Verte Plates Painted with A Flower Basket
Located in Downingtown, PA
Elegant Pair: Yongzheng Flower Basket Plates
This exquisite pair of Chinese Export Porcelain
Category
1720s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Qianlong Hand Painted Porcelain Plate, 18th Century
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
An exceptional antique Chinese Qianlong porcelain plate decorated in underglaze blue and
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
pair of Chinese 18th century Porcelain and Ormolu centerpieces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most elegant pair of Chinese 18th century Famille Rose Porcelain and French 19th century Louis
Category
18th Century Chinese Louis XVI Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Ormolu
pair of Chinese 18th century Porcelain and Ormolu centerpieces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most elegant pair of Chinese 18th century Famille Rose Porcelain and French 19th century Louis
Category
18th Century Chinese Louis XVI Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Ormolu
Chinese Export Imari Charger, 18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese Export Imari Charger, 18th Century
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
China, Tongzhi Period. Large porcelain dish decorated in famille rose.
Located in København, Copenhagen
.
THEREFORE, NO IMPORT TARIFFS WILL BE APPLICABLE TO YOUR PURCHASE.
China, Tongzhi Period (1862–1874)
Large
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Important 1900
s Chinese vase in porcelain
lacquer
Located in Paris, FR
Hudge 1900's Chinese vase, in porcelain, after decorated with a black lacquer with red drawings
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain, Lacquer
Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Charger
Located in Queens, NY
Asian Chinese-style (19/20th Century) blue and white porcelain charger with a floral scene and a
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Charger
Located in Queens, NY
Asian Chinese-style (19/20th Century) blue and white porcelain charger decorated with a bird and
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Celebration Plate, Chinese, Ceramic, Decorative Charger, Victorian, Qing
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique celebration plate. A Chinese, ceramic decorative charger, dating to the late
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Ceramic
Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Charger
Located in Queens, NY
Asian Chinese-style (19/20th Century) blue and white porcelain charger with scene by water with 2
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Hardwood Opium Tray, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
By the 18th century, opium use had become as central to Chinese social life as taking tea or
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Minimalist Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Hardwood
Chinese Porcelain Qianlong Charger, c. 1710-20
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Chinese porcelain charger with a wide and flat rim which frames a flat bottom dish. The edges of
Category
Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Export Oval Porcelain Tureen with Tray, 1900s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Early 20th-century Chinese Export porcelain tureen with matching tray, richly enameled and gilded
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Ceramic
$2,378 Sale Price
39% Off
Antique Chinese Porcelain and Eglomise Gold Scenic Lidded and Footed Box
Located in Queens, NY
Chinese (19/20th Century-possibly Satsuma) porcelain oval shaped centerpiece with a footed base and
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Amazing Pair of " Pink Family" Hexagonal Porcelain Vases, China, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Amazing Pair of " Pink Family" Hexagonal Porcelain Vases with Gilt bronze mount.
China 19th
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
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 Silver
Materials
Ceramic
PAIR OF GEESE On Chinese Ceramics, end 19th Century/beginning 20th
Located in Madrid, ES
PAIR OF GEESE
On Chinese Ceramics, end 19th Century/beginning 20th
in shades of blue and white
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Ceramic
Rose Medallion Chinese Export Covered Dish
Located in Tampa, FL
This is a early Rose medallion Chinese export covered dish with a pinecone finial in gold. The
Category
1810s Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Circa 1830 Blue Canton Sauce Jug, Chinese export. Qing Dynasty
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1830 Blue Canton Sauce Jug, Chinese export. Qing dynasty. Charming & finely decorated. Rim
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Ceramic
$92 Sale Price
36% Off
18th Century Chinese Export Blue and White Mug with Handle
Located in Atlanta, GA
18th Century Chinese Export Blue and White Mug with Handle
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of 19th Century Chinese Flower-Blossom Porcelain Plates
Located in Brea, CA
A pair of 19th century Chinese flower-blossom porcelain plates, the base marked with red Daqing
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Export Porcelain Tureen With Lid and Underplate
Located in Bradenton, FL
Rare find! 19th century Chinese Export porcelain tureen with lid. Lid has a green porcelain top
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Yongzheng/Qianlong Dame au Parasol
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Chinese painted with these colors appearing in Yongzheng period.
Condition
rimfritting to upper and
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$4,216 Sale Price
20% Off
18C Chinese Porcelain Valentines Patter Teapot Chine de Commande Qianlong
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A Chinese Porcelain teapot. Qianlong period
Fantastic and highly detailed decoration in Grisaille
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$1,176 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Chinese Pair of Porcelain Polychrome Dishes, circa 1850
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century Chinese pair of porcelain dishes hand painted in black polychrome enamel with
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Large Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Medallion Bowl #10
Located in Bradenton, FL
Large colorful vintage Chinese export famille rose medallion porcelain bowl. Features classic
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Faceted Barrel Shaped Garden Seats Family Rose
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of antique chinese porcelain faceted Barrel shaped garden seats family rose scenes of people
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Large Chinese Export Porcelain Warming Dish With Lid
Located in Bradenton, FL
Rare find! Large 19th century Chinese Export porcelain warming dish with lid. Lid has a green
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Large Chinese Export Qing Famille Rose Porcelain Charger
Located in Bradenton, FL
Large Chinese Export Qing Famille Rose Porcelain Platter. White porcelain with birds, flowers
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Large 18th Century Chinese Export Armorial Charger
Located in Dallas, TX
An impressive 18th century Chinese export armorial charger. Crest in center of plate with floral
Category
Mid-18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
A highly decorative pair of Chinese pottery Buddhist lions circa 1900.
Located in Central England, GB
An unusual pair of 19th century Chinese hand painted and richly glazed pottery seated Buddhist
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Pottery
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Antique Chinese Silver For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of antique Chinese silver you’re looking for. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and metal, every item from our selection of antique Chinese silver was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of antique Chinese silver — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each object in our assortment of antique Chinese silver bearing Georgian, Victorian or Art Nouveau hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of antique Chinese silver that is appealing in its simplicity, but Wang Hing
Co., Luen Wo and Hung Chong
Co. produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Antique Chinese Silver?
The average selling price for a piece of antique Chinese silver at 1stDibs is $1,902, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $188,800 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Dining-entertaining for You
Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?
Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.
Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.
Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.
“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”
Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.
At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.
Questions About Antique Chinese Silver
- Is Chinese silver valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Yes, some Chinese silver is valuable. The term largely refers to silverware manufactured in and exported from China from 1870 through the 1940s. How much a particular piece of Chinese silver is worth depends on its style, age, condition and overall demand. Consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer for assistance with valuation. Shop a wide range of Chinese silver tableware, jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify Chinese silver, first look for hallmarks in an inconspicuous area, such as on the bottom or interior. Most pieces will feature four markings. The first is a series of Chinese characters corresponding to the artisan who produced it. The second is the name of the retailer who sold it, usually printed in English. Chinese silver will also usually display the city of manufacture in either Chinese characters or English and a purity mark. Purity markings vary and may include numbers like “935” or “900,” the words “STERLING” or “SOLID SILVER” or Chinese characters that translate to "pure silver." You can learn more about your silver wares by comparing the markings on your pieces to information published on trusted online resources. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chinese silver.
- What is antique silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
- Is antique silver real silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
- What is an antique silver plate?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify silver antiques, search for a maker's mark on the base, handle, interior and other inconspicuous areas. Using trusted online resources, research the maker to find out when it was in business and browse online catalogues and image galleries, looking for pieces that resemble yours. Doing so can help you get a rough idea of when your silver objects were manufactured. To be classified as antique, an item must be at least 100 years old. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a range of antique silver decorative objects.
- What is antique silver made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
- What is antique silver plating?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is antique sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What does antique silver mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more 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. 
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
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020To 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 ExpertAugust 20, 2024Whether antique silverware is real silverware or not varies. Many antique flatware pieces feature silver plate, so they consist of a base metal beneath a layer of genuine silver. There is also flatware made entirely from sterling silver, which is an alloy that is 92.5% silver and 7.5% base metal. Researching the hallmarks found on your silverware using trusted online resources can help you determine whether the items are sterling silver or silver plate. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique silverware.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.
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Silver Cornucopia Vase
Silver Dragon Cup
Antique Chinese Dressing Table
Chinese Dragon Head
Chinese Dragon Tea Set Antique
Chinese Silver Tea Caddy
Chinese Sugar Bowl
Chinese Walking Stick Cane
Celadon Famille Rose
Chinese Purse Antique