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How do I identify an antique porcelain vase?

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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.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Mid-Century Modernist Hand-Blown Glass Vase W/ Square Base Signed Steuben
By Steuben Glass
Located in New York, NY
This lovely Mid-Century Modernist Hand-Blown Glass Vase with Square Base signed Steuben originates from the United States, Circa 1960. Features a beautiful silhouette that tapers dow...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Blown Glass

Mid-Century Modernist Hand-Blown Glass Vase Signed Steuben
By Steuben Glass
Located in New York, NY
This Mid-Century Modernist Hand-Blown Glass Vase signed Steuben origintes from the United States, Circa 1960. Features a beautiful sillouette that tapers from its wide opening down t...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Blown Glass

1930s Art Deco Frederic Carders Blue Aurene Bud Vase [Frog] by Steuben Art Glass
By Steuben Glass
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1930's Art Deco Era Frederick Carders Steuben Blue Aurene Bud Vase [Frog]. Frederick Carders Steuben art glass is some of the most sensational piec...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Vases

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Art Glass

Mid Century Steuben Teardrop Bud Vase
By Steuben Glass
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING A LOVELY Mid Century Steuben 8.5 inch Teardrop Bud Vase. Made by the renowned and highly desirable ‘Steuben’ Glass Works in NY circa 1960-80. In near mint condition with...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Crystal

Mid Century Steuben Palace Vase
By Steuben Glass
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING A LOVELY Mid Century Steuben 8.5 inch Palace Vase. Made by the renowned and highly desirable ‘Steuben’ Glass Works in NY circa 1960-80. In near mint condition with no chips or cracks. The vase has a bulbous mid section with swan neck, hence the name (after Asian Palace Vase...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Crystal

Vintage Steuben Crystal or Glass Palace Model No. 8354 Vase
By Steuben Glass
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine art glass vase. By Steuben. The Palace vase model no. 8354. Designed by Donald Pollard in 1977. With a classic vasiform shape. Sim...
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20th Century American Modern Vases

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Crystal

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