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.

Porcelain Military Figures

Scheibe Alsbach

Signed First Edition Book

Kpm Porcelain Figurine

Napoleonic Soldier

Prince Eugene

Category

20th Century Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Eight Capo di Monte Porcelain Figures of Military Personnel

$2,000

H 10 in Dm 3.5 in

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Five Continental Porcelain Military Figures.

Located in Buchanan, MI

Each painted and glazed, on orcooco style bases with applied foliage. Unattributed

Category

Antique 19th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Five Continental Porcelain Military Figures.

H 7.5 in

Set Of Three Military Figures

Located in Buchanan, MI

Three continental military figures. Of soft paste, printed crowned N mark, on circular bases. Go to

Category

Antique 19th Century French Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Set Of Three Military Figures

H 7.5 in

"Porcelain Military Figurines" Book by Philip A. Mann, Signed First Edition

By Philip A. Mann

Located in valatie, NY

porcelain military figures. The book explores the origins and sources of the interesting and collectable

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Books

Materials

Paper

"Porcelain Military Figurines" Book by Philip A. Mann, Signed First Edition

H 11.25 in W 9 in D 1.25 in

4 German Scheibe-Alsbach KPM Porcelain Napoleonic French Military Figures

By Scheibe

Located in Dayton, OH

"Set of four antique Scheibe-Alsbach KPM porcelain figurines or statues portraying Napoleonic

Category

Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

4 German Scheibe-Alsbach KPM Porcelain Napoleonic French Military Figures

H 9.75 in W 3 in D 2.5 in

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$926 / set

H 6 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in

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$1,853

H 30.71 in W 47.25 in D 11.82 in

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Located in Blackwater, GB

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$4,636 Sale Price

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Pair of Empire Gilt Chinoiserie Vases

$3,600 / set

H 9.5 in W 5.35 in D 3.75 in

A Very Rare Meissen Porcelain Tureen and Cover with Vegetable and Lobster Top

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Category

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$22,550

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$43,956

H 7.88 in W 9.85 in D 7.09 in

Pomme bouche, Claude Lalanne, Design, Art, Apple, Bronze, Gold, Fruits, Lips

By Claude Lalanne

Located in Geneva, CH

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1970s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Claude Lalanne
Pomme bouche, Claude Lalanne, Design, Art, Apple, Bronze, Gold, Fruits, Lips, 1975

$125,586

H 5.32 in W 4.73 in D 4.53 in

Jan Vanek Easy Chair in Oak Bentwood and Canvas, Praque, the 1930s

By Jan Vanek

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Jan Vanek Easy Chair in Oak Bentwood and Canvas, Praque, the 1930s

$2,150

H 29.14 in W 24.81 in D 27.56 in

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A Very Fine 19th Century Set of Three Massive Prints of Napoleon

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$14,950 / set

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Oversized Antique Majolica Figural Footed Tankard with Classical Scene c1890

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Category

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Materials

Porcelain

Oversized Antique Majolica Figural Footed Tankard with Classical Scene c1890

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Porcelain Military Figures For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of porcelain military figures for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, bronze and metal, all porcelain military figures available were constructed with great care. Porcelain military figures have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Porcelain military figures made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Baroque — are very popular at 1stDibs. Porcelain military figures have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Capodimonte, Roland Paris and Scheibe are consistently popular.

How Much are Porcelain Military Figures?

Prices for porcelain military figures start at $470 and top out at $195,000 with the average selling for $5,803.

Questions About Porcelain Military Figures

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.