How do you identify porcelain figures?

To identify porcelain figures, search for any maker's marks, which are usually painted, stamped or incised into their bases. Snapping a photograph of the marking and then performing a reverse image search may lead to a quick identification. Otherwise, use trusted online resources to look up the marking and determine the maker. Then, you can review reference guides to learn the name, age and other characteristics of your figurine. Another option is to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer help you. Shop a wide range of porcelain figurines on 1stDibs.

What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?

At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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Large Porcelain Figure For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the large porcelain figure you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and metal, every large porcelain figure was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a large porcelain figure — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A large porcelain figure is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Neoclassical and Rococo styles are sought with frequency. Meissen Porcelain, Irina Zaytceva and Royal Dux each produced at least one beautiful large porcelain figure that is worth considering.

How Much is a Large Porcelain Figure?

A large porcelain figure can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,965, while the lowest priced sells for $360 and the highest can go for as much as $48,000.

Questions About Large Porcelain Figure

How do you identify porcelain figures?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
To identify porcelain figures, search for any maker's marks, which are usually painted, stamped or incised into their bases. Snapping a photograph of the marking and then performing a reverse image search may lead to a quick identification. Otherwise, use trusted online resources to look up the marking and determine the maker. Then, you can review reference guides to learn the name, age and other characteristics of your figurine. Another option is to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer help you. Shop a wide range of porcelain figurines on 1stDibs.
What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.