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Which is better: bone china or porcelain?
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Whether bone china or porcelain is better is a matter of personal opinion. Fired at a higher temperature, porcelain tends to have a more durable finish, but bone china is less likely to chip and crack. Some people prefer the weighty feel of porcelain. Others find the lighter quality of bone china to be preferable. Both bone china and porcelain can stand the test of time when finely crafted and properly cared for. Shop a wide range of porcelain and bone china tableware on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
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Set of 6 Faberge 84 Zolotniks (.875) Standard Silver Tablespoons, circa 1880
By Fabergé
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of 6 Faberge 84 zolotniks (.875) standard silver tablespoons, circa 1880. A splendid set, marks for their Moscow store. The Imperial Warrant double-headed eagle also is clear on ...
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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Tableware
Materials
Silver
Tobacco Wooden Tray
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/1065 - Wooden tray lined with tobacco leaves. Made by Compagnia del Tabacco more than 20 years ago, now rare. DO NOT PLACE near heat sources.
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Late 20th Century Italian Other Tableware
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German mid-century modern round ceramic teapot warmer by Arzberg, 1960s
By Arzberg
Located in MIlano, IT
German mid-century modern round ceramic teapot warmer by Arzberg, 1960s
Round base teapot warmer in white ceramic. In the center there is a round hole into which you can insert a sma...
Category
Vintage 1960s Tableware
Materials
Ceramic
Travertine Wine Bottle Stand
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Put your wine on a style. Crafted entirely from travertine, this wine holder is a beautiful way to put your favorite wine bottle on a kitchen counter or table, and is striking enough...
Category
2010s Wine Coolers
Materials
Travertine
Vintage Piero Fornasetti Display Plate, Barney's New York Collection
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Classic midcentury Italian Designed plate featuring an iconic image from Piero Fornasetti’s work, his muse the opera singer, Lina Cavalieri. Crisp black and white timeless design i...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Porcelain
"Oak Ring Tray” Oak Minimalist Tray by Aparentment
Located in Terrassa, Catalonia
The oak ring tray is a minimalist style round shaped centerpiece made of treated Oak, manufactured according to traditional methods.
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Centerpieces
Materials
Oak