How do I identify an antique porcelain vase?

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.

How can I tell if a porcelain vase is antique?

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.

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Antique Sevres Porcelain Vase For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique sevres porcelain vase for your home. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and metal, every antique sevres porcelain vase was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without an antique sevres porcelain vase — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique sevres porcelain vase made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Rococo — is very popular. Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, Sèvres and Manufacture Le Vieux Paris each produced at least one beautiful antique sevres porcelain vase that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Sevres Porcelain Vase?

An antique sevres porcelain vase can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,105, while the lowest priced sells for $340 and the highest can go for as much as $169,877.

Questions About Antique Sevres Porcelain Vase

How do I identify an antique porcelain vase?
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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.
How can I tell if a porcelain vase is antique?
1 Answer
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.

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