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4 Vintage Chinese Shiwan Shinwa Porcelain Figurines Maiden Concubines Geisha
Located in Dayton, OH
"Set of four vintage Shiwan / Shi Wan / Shinwa signed Chinese ceramic maiden figurines in a variety
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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

1985 Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Imari 1st Edition Snail Figurine Paperweight
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Dayton, OH
"Vintage 1st edition Royal Crown Derby English Bone China porcelain snail figurine / paperweight
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Vintage 1980s Japonisme Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

A Pair Of Porcelain Figurines Of A Couple
Located in Greenwich, CT
A pair of beautiful porcelain figurines of a couple with fine details. View our website at: www
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

1990 Royal Crown Derby Imari 1st Edition Gourami Fish Figurine Paperweight
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Dayton, OH
"Vintage 1st edition Royal Crown Derby English Bone China porcelain Tropical Fish – Gourami
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1990s Japonisme Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Early 20th Century Chinese Fu Lu Shou Feng Shui Trio Gods Figurines with Marks
Located in Pomona, CA
This beautiful set of three antique porcelain statues features the Chinese deities Fu, Lu, Shou
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Maitland Smith Figurines
By Maitland Smith
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of Chinese blanc de chine porcelain figurines of a man and woman on a water buffalo designed
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20th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency Sculptures

Royal Worcester England Bone China Porcelain Figurine "Le Panier" by A.Azori
By Royal Worcester
Located in Cheltenham, GB
English Hollywood Regency Royal Worcester Bone China Porcelain Figurine Le Panier 3585 Modelled by
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20th Century British Hollywood Regency Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Royal Doulton Flambe Sitting Fox Hn130 Bone China Porcelain Figurine
By Royal Doulton
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
This adorable Figurine is made out of bone china / porcelain. This lovely little piece was issued
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Early 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Two Antique Chinese Blue White Porcelain Double Happiness Jars
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A set of two antique Chinese Qing Dynasty blue-white covered porcelain ginger-style jars, circa
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Figurines and Sculptures

Antique Chinese Longquan Celadon Glazed Porcelain Snuff Bottle Carved 19c Qing
Located in Richmond, CA
Antique Chinese Longquan celadon glazed porcelain snuff bottle with carved medallions of blooms and
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Figurines and Sculptures

Royal Doulton Chinese Dancer Figurine, 1980
By Royal Doulton
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Series porcelain figurine titled Chinese dancer and numbered HN2840. Designed by Peggy Davies the figure
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Vintage 1980s English Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Mid-20th Century Decorative Painting Flower Still Life Signed
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
ginger jar, with a Chinese porcelain figurine in the foreground. The painting is framed in a wooden
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Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage Chinese Porcelain Turquoise Foo Dog Figurines - a Pair
Located in Pomona, CA
Look at this magnificent Chinese Turquoise Glazed Ceramic Lion Statuary. They are hand made and
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Chinese Porcelain Turquoise Foo Dog Figurines - a Pair
Located in Pomona, CA
This magnificent pair of Chinese Turquoise Glazed Ceramic Lion Statuary are hand made and hand
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Duck Figurine Figure Couple Blue Chinese Porcelain 12cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
turquoise and purple glazed Chinese porcelain, 20th century, unmarked. These beautiful duck figurines are
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Treacle Glazed Porcelain Tang Style Horse Figurines c 1970s
By Tang Dynasty
Located in Glasgow, GB
A matching pair of treacle-glazed porcelain horse figurines. Crafted to a 'Tang Dynasty' style in
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Vintage 1970s Chinese Tang Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Export Porcelain Goose Bird Figurine in Polychrome Enamels, Ca 1930
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a good Chinese Export porcelain Goose Bird decorated in polychrome enamels and dating to
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Two Chinese Export Porcelain Geese or Goose Bird Figurines in Poychrome Enamels
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This are two different Chinese export porcelain goose birds, decorated in polychrome enamels and
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

1983 Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Imari 1st Edition Turtle Figurine Paperweight
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Dayton, OH
"Vintage 1st edition Royal Crown Derby English Bone China porcelain turtle figurine or paperweight
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Vintage 1980s Japonisme Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

1983 Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Imari 1st Edition Seal Figurine Paperweight
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Dayton, OH
"Vintage 1st edition Royal Crown Derby English Bone China porcelain seal figurine / paperweight
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Vintage 1980s Japonisme Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Zodiac Animal Figurines
Located in Greenwich, CT
A set of Chinese Zodiac animal figurines handcrafted and designed from the Netherlands. Each piece
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2010s Dutch Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Royal Crown Derby English Bone China Millefiori Walrus Figurine or Paperweight
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Tustin, CA
Very collectible, hand-made and hand-painted in England, retired Royal Crown Derby fine bone china
Category

Late 20th Century English Other Paperweights

Materials

Porcelain

Retired Royal Crown Derby English Bone China Turtle Figurine or Paperweight
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Tustin, CA
Very collectible, hand-made and hand-painted in England, retired Royal Crown Derby fine bone china
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Late 20th Century English Japonisme Paperweights

Materials

Porcelain

Retired Royal Crown Derby English Bone China Bird Figurine or Paperweight
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Tustin, CA
Very collectible, hand-made and hand-painted in England, retired Royal Crown Derby Fine bone china
Category

Late 20th Century English Japonisme Paperweights

Materials

Porcelain

Retired Royal Crown Derby Fine English Bone China Seal Figurine or Paperweight
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Tustin, CA
Very collectible, hand-made and hand-painted in England, retired Royal Crown Derby fine bone china
Category

Late 20th Century English Japonisme Paperweights

Materials

Porcelain

Retired Royal Crown Derby Fine English Bone China Pig Figurine or Paperweight
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Tustin, CA
Very collectible, hand-made and hand-painted in England, retired Royal Crown Derby fine bone china
Category

Late 20th Century English Japonisme Paperweights

Materials

Porcelain

Royal Crown Derby Old Imari Fine English Bone China Parrot Figurine Paperweight
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Tustin, CA
Very collectible, hand-made and hand-painted in England, retired Royal Crown Derby fine bone china
Category

Late 20th Century English Japonisme Paperweights

Materials

Porcelain

English Royal Worcester Henry VIII and Elizabeth I Porcelain Bone China Figurine
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Two rare circa 1920 British Royal Worcester historical figures series ornamental figurines. Henry
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Early 20th Century English Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Polychrome Ceramic Majolica Parrot Figurines in Green and Blue, a Pair
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pair of two ceramic bird figurines in the style of Meissen. Glazed in blue, green, and brown
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Lanvin Ltd Ed. Miss Lanvin 45 Pink Porcelain Figurine
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Lanvin Ltd Ed. Miss Lanvin 45 Pink Porcelain Figurine Features pearl and crystal detailing at
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Decorative Objects

Coalport Ladies Of Fasion Bone China Figurine - Flair
Located in London, GB
Coalport Ladies Of Fasion Bone China Figurine - Flair You are purchasing Coalport Ladies Of Fasion
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21st Century and Contemporary Other Art Style Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Chinese Fu Lu Shou Feng Shui Trio Gods Figurines Statues
Located in Pomona, CA
This beautiful vintage set of three porcelain statues features the Chinese deities Fu, Lu, Shou
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Porcelain

Lladro Retired Figurines of Chinese Nobleman and Noblewoman
By Lladro
Located in Dallas, TX
Lladro retired figurines of Chinese Nobleman and Noblewoman, also known as the Chinese Emperor and
Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Asian Figurine as Table Lamp
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
Colorful Mid-Century Asian figure dressed in Classic costumes flank a Chinese palace vase in a
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Eight Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Immortal Figures
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of eight large Chinese blue and white porcelain figurines of Daoist Immortals. Each
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20th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pair Of Chinese Porcelain Figurines Holding Up Lanterns
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A pair of Chinese male guard figurines holding up lanterns with flowering encrusted bamboo sticks
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Table Lamps

Materials

Ormolu

Chinoiserie, Chinese Porcelain Figurine of a "Lady with Parrot", 19th Century
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chinoiserie Porcelain Figurine of a Lady with Parrot, French, Samson. Original Condition Samson
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Antique 19th Century French Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Chinese Birds of Paradise Figurines
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Brilliant turquoise color and fine attention to details with these eye catching vintage birds.
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Hand Painted Song Bird Porcelain Figurine on Tree Trunk
Located in Oakland Park, FL
Vintage hand painted song bird bisque porcelain figurine on tree trunk. Brown bird with orange
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Vintage 1970s Chinese Bohemian Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

SHREVE, CRUMP LOW Fine Oriental Porcelain Foo Dogs
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
condition for their 19th Century history. Foo Dogs also known as Chinese guardian lions in the East, they
Category

Chinese Figurines and Sculptures

Pair of Porcelain Figurines of the Chinese Immortal God Lu
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
A pair of glazed Chinese figurines representing "Lu", one of the Chinese Three Lucky Immortals, who
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Moulded Miniature Blanc de Chine Porcelain Figurine of a Foo Lion Kangxi
Located in Brussels, BE
Moulded miniature figurine of a foo lion in Blanc de chine porcelain. Provenance: China. Period
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Antique Early 1700s Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Rosenthal China Young Dachshund, Sitting Figurine 1247, Th Karned Designer
By Rosenthal
Located in St. Petersburg, FL
China finders. China, crystal, flatware and collectible matching service is offering one (1
Category

Mid-20th Century German Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

An elegant pair of Qing Dynasty Chinese porcelain lamps.
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A pair of French bronze mounted Chinese porcelain lapis colored canton figurines and coy fish, Qing
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Table Lamps

Materials

Ormolu

Pair of Phoenix Figurines, circa 1820
Located in San Francisco, CA
The facing standing polychromed phoenix birds on turquoise rock base with orange fungus.
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Six Chinese Immortals Ceramic Fugures
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chinese blue and white porcelain figurines of Daoist Immortals. Each depicted standing on waves or
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Porcelain Figurines of the Chinese Immortal God Lu
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
A pair of glazed Chinese figurines representing "Lu", one of the Chinese Three Lucky Immortals, who
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Three 20th Century Chinese Empire Royal Porcelain Figurines
Located in Berkeley, CA
One red, one blue, one yellow. Stamped with dynastic makers seal. Perfect condition.
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

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Chinese Porcelain Figurines For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of Chinese porcelain figurines available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and canvas, all Chinese porcelain figurines available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of Chinese porcelain figurines available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Chinese porcelain figurines bearing Mid-Century Modern hallmark is very popular at 1stDibs. Chinese porcelain figurines have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Augarten Porzellanmanufaktur, Lladro and Dresden Figurine are consistently popular.

How Much are Chinese Porcelain Figurines?

Prices for Chinese porcelain figurines start at $195 and top out at $5,600 with the average selling for $1,340.
Questions About Chinese Porcelain Figurines
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2020

    Chinese figurative sculptures vary widely depending on the medium and intended use. Ornate Buddhist figures assisted ritual meditation, wooden ancestor figures embodied the lingering spirit of a relative, ceramic mingqi burial figures accompanied one’s spirit in the afterlife, and decorative export sculptures presented an idealized version of Chinese culture and beauty.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    One type of Chinese figurines that is quite popular is shekwan or mudware. These small handmade figurines are often called mudmen and are, not surprisingly, crafted out of mud. In the early 1950s, a new era of mudman figurines began but these are not made individually and by hand. On 1stDibs, find authentic shekwan pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    Most figurines just need a light dusting every once in a while. For a deeper cleaning to remove residue (such as nicotine or adhesives), try soaking in warm soapy water and gently washing with a soft cloth.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The term ceramic is a generic term that refers to something that is made of clay and solidified through heat. Porcelain falls under the ceramic umbrella, but it incorporates kaolin as an ingredient, creating a white clay. To determine if a figurine is porcelain or stoneware or earthenware, it’s best to examine it. Porcelain is somewhat translucent with a glasslike surface where there is no glaze. Shop a range of antique and vintage porcelain figurines on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell vintage porcelain figurines apart from other pieces, look on the bottom for a maker's mark. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine the approximate time when the manufacturer produced pieces similar to yours. It is vintage if your figurine was manufactured between 20 and 99 years ago. Older figurines are antique, while newer ones are contemporary. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can also assist with the dating and identification process. Shop a wide range of vintage figurines on 1stDibs.
  • 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 difference between porcelain and ceramic figurines is the materials used to produce them. Porcelain is a delicate white material, while ceramic tends to be heavier and varies in color depending on the type of clay used to produce it. Shop a wide range of antique and vintage figurines on 1stDibs.
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    Chinese figurines come in all shapes and sizes. Most figures measure between 4” and 18” tall, with some being as small as 1” in height or as large as 36” (or more) in height

  • 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    No, every Fornasetti porcelain figurine is handmade. In fact, the brand produces all of their home decorative items by hand at their workshop in Milan, Italy. If you see indications that a figurine came from a factory, it is likely not an authentic Fornasetti. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Fornasetti on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 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