Chinese Shipwreck Pottery

Chinese pottery is also known as Chinese ceramics or porcelain. Famous for its beautiful, high-quality pottery, China has become one of the key manufacturers of pottery, due to the high amount of stone and clay found in the country. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Chinese pottery pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.

To identify valuable Chinese pottery, you can either seek a professional valuation from a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer, or you can educate yourself on different types of Chinese pottery. There is a lot of variability in the potential value of Chinese pottery based on its age, style, type, maker and condition. Looking at the historic selling prices of pieces similar to yours on trusted online platforms can give you a rough idea of how much it might be worth. Explore a large collection of Chinese pottery on 1stDibs.

In ancient China, pottery was primarily used for cooking, storing and serving food. Throughout the Han Dynasty, the art of pottery evolved to include ceramic figures, the best example of this being the TerraCotta Warriors who guard the tomb of Emperor Qin Shi Huang. Find a variety of antique Chinese pottery from many different eras on 1stDibs.

Chinese Neolithic pottery was invented roughly 6,000 years ago. The first pieces were plain molded clay formed by hand. Artisans began painting pottery about 1,000 years later during the Yangshao and Longshan cultures. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Chinese pottery.

Blue and white Chinese pottery is called Qinghua, and is amongst China’s most famous china. It is characterized by its underglaze ceramic finish, decorated with ornate cobalt blue pigment. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Qinghua porcelain from some of the world’s top sellers.