What is Hirado porcelain?

Hirado porcelain or Hirado ware is made in Japan. Most often it’s made in Makawachi so you will hear it referred to as Mikawachi ware at times. A sometsuke underglaze of cobalt and white is most popular as it highlights the fine grain of the porcelain and the complicated details and elaborate openwork. Shop a collection of Hirado ware from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a porcelain socket?

A porcelain socket is a socket made of porcelain. It can endure higher temperatures when compared to other materials. If the light is outside or hangs with a bulb facing down, a porcelain socket is the best recommended. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage porcelain socket lamps.

What is a porcelain sign?

Porcelain signs are thin metal sheets bonded with durable glass coating at a high temperature. It is further coated with enamel for protection. Because of its multi-layer coating, these signs are thicker than painted metal signs. Visit 1stDibs for a collection of porcelain signs.

What is a porcelain vase?

A porcelain vase is a vessel made out of vitrified pottery. Porcelain is a semi-translucent white color and has a smooth, sleek texture. Traditionally, people use porcelain vases to hold fresh, dried and silk flower arrangements, but you can also display them empty as decorative accents. Find a range of antique and vintage porcelain vases on 1stDibs.

What is feldspar porcelain?

Feldspar porcelain is a type of ceramic made from a blend of kaolin clay and the mineral feldspar. The mix of ores gives the porcelain a translucent gray-blue appearance. Rorstrand is known for producing feldspar porcelain décor. On 1stDibs, shop a range of feldspar porcelain decorative objects.

What is porcelain made of?

Porcelain is made up of kaolin, feldspar, quartz, and clay. It is created using a two-ore firing process.

What is Bavarian porcelain?

Bavarian porcelain is characterized by its delicate translucent porcelain and finely decorated designs. The colorful designs often depicted hand-painted floral scenes and figurines. Shop a collection of Bavarian porcelain from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is vitro porcelain?

Vitro-porcelain is a variety of glass. It gets its name from its pressed construction, which gives it the look of porcelain or pottery. John George Sowerby invented the material in 1877. On 1stDibs, shop a range of porcelain decorative objects.

Where was porcelain made?

Porcelain was first made in China. Artisans began producing early forms during the Tang Dynasty, which lasted from 618 to 907 A.D. During the Yuan Dynasty from 1279 to 1368, crafting techniques advanced to produce the strong, translucent pottery that we call porcelain today. Shop a wide variety of porcelain objects on 1stDibs.

What was porcelain used for?

Porcelain was once used for many of the same purposes as it is today. Ancient Chinese artisans invented the material and created statues, trinkets, cups, plates, teapots and other dinnerware and serveware, just as contemporary manufacturers do. Today, porcelain is also a key material in the manufacturing of electrical insulation, plumbing fixtures, tiling, dental bridges and crowns and many other items. Find a large selection of porcelain wares on 1stDibs.

What is Lladró porcelain?

Lladró is known for its porcelain figurines and sculptures. Lladró high porcelain creations express beauty and technical perfection and are meticulously made. The designs pay high attention to detail, which results in life-like figurines and bold sculptures that represent a wide range of ideas and motifs. Find a selection of Lladró porcelain on 1stDibs.

What is in porcelain clay?

Most porcelain contains a mixture of silica, clays, feldspar and kaolin. In the case of bone china, bone ash is also included. Porcelain is a ceramic and is made like all others by mixing clay with additives, shaping it and then firing it in a kiln. Where porcelain differs is the ingredient mixture, often containing kaolin and the fact that it’s fired at a hotter temperature. Shop a range of antique and vintage porcelain on 1stDibs.

What is Japanese porcelain?

The creation of Japanese porcelain began in the late 1500s. Although the styles and variations of Japanese porcelain range, many consider Kyushu to be the center of Japanese porcelain production. You’ll find a variety of antique and modern Japanese porcelain pieces on 1stDibs.

What is a porcelain plate?

A porcelain plate is a dish made out of a material called porcelain. A type of ceramic, porcelain is made out of highly refined clay that gets fired at high temperatures. Porcelain plates have an appealing translucent appearance and are harder and less porous than other types of ceramic dinnerware. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of porcelain plates.

When was porcelain invented?

Porcelain was invented during the Tang Dynasty in China, which began in 618 A.D. and ended in 907. Pieces produced during this period tended to be very simple and might not be easily recognizable as porcelain to modern-day collectors. The form of porcelain that most people envision today emerged during the Yuan Dynasty, which occurred between 1279 and 1368 A.D. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of porcelain.

Is Mintons china or porcelain?

China and porcelain can be used interchangeably, however, china gets its name from the country of origin. Products from the mid 20th century from Mintons are often referred to as ‘Minton china’ or ‘Minton.’ Mintons produces a variety of products including china, stoneware and mosaics. Shop a wide range of Minton’s pottery on 1stDibs from top sellers.

What is Chinese Canton porcelain?

Chinese Canton porcelain is a type of decorative hand-painted ceramic ware produced during the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries in China. Its name comes from the region where it originated. You will sometimes see it referred to as Cantonese porcelain. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Chinese Canton porcelain.

What is the difference between porcelain and bisque?

Porcelain is created from a mix of specific materials that is then heated at between 2,200 and 2,600 degrees Fahrenheit. Kaolin is the primary material from which porcelain is made (although clay minerals might only account for a small proportion of the whole). Afterward, it is glazed to give a luxe finish. Unglazed porcelain is called bisque. Shop a range of antique and vintage porcelain items on 1stDibs.

What is Limoges porcelain made of?

Limoges porcelain is made of kaolin, feldspar and quartz, making it the finest hard-paste porcelain in the world. It is the addition of kaolin that makes the porcelain so sought-after and also gives it the distinction of being bone china. Shop a collection of Limoges china from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is the Kangxi porcelain mark?

The Kangxi mark appears on porcelain created in China during the Kangxi period, 1662-1722. There are two types of Kangxi marks: a reign mark and a potter’s personal mark. Reign marks are six-character marks in two vertical lines with a double circle around them. Other marks vary and indicate a potter’s personal mark. They could be a picture, a blank circle or a character. Browse a variety of authenticated Kangxi porcelain on 1stDibs.

Art On Porcelain

Maison Meilleur

Lenox Belleek

Royal Crown Derby Traditional Imari

Sirio Tofanari

Meissen Blanc De Chine

G Plan Wall Unit

Rosenthal Dog

Vintage Lladro

Category

2010s Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Grayson Perry
Limited Edition 100% Art on Porcelain Plate, 2019

H 8.5 in W 8.5 in D 0.1 in

KPM Olympia 1936 Berlin Porcelain Plates

By KPM Porcelain

Located in Sharon, CT

Rare period plates issued by KPM Porcelain in celebration of the infamous Nazi Olympics in 1936

Category

Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

KPM Olympia 1936 Berlin Porcelain Plates

H 0.99 in Dm 10.44 in

Caughley English Porcelain Pail Shape Cream Jug

By Caughley Porcelain

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A scarce and fine antique English porcelain cream jug decorated with gilded patterning by Caughley

Category

Antique 1780s English Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Caughley English Porcelain Pail Shape Cream Jug

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H 2.56 in Dm 3.06 in

21th Century Meissen Porcelain Espressoset richard Wagner Bayreuth Fantaisie

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Epfach, DE

Wagnerzimmer, art dealer Brigitte Martini developed this uniquely beautiful porcelain with the Meissen

Category

2010s German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

21th Century Meissen Porcelain Espressoset richard Wagner Bayreuth Fantaisie

H 2.37 in W 2.96 in D 4.73 in

21th Century Meissen Porcelain Mug Bayreuth Richard Wagner Fantaisie

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Epfach, DE

so-called Wagnerzimmer, art dealer Brigitte Martini developed this uniquely beautiful porcelain with

Category

2010s German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

21th Century Meissen Porcelain Mug Bayreuth Richard Wagner Fantaisie

H 3.55 in W 4.14 in D 2.37 in

21th Century Meissen Porcelain Mug Bayreuth Richard Wagner Fantaisie

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Epfach, DE

so-called Wagnerzimmer, art dealer Brigitte Martini developed this uniquely beautiful porcelain with

Category

2010s German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

21th Century Meissen Porcelain Mug Bayreuth Richard Wagner Fantaisie

H 3.55 in W 2.76 in D 3.15 in

Meissen German Weiss Porcelain Garden Bird Figure

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

porcelain figure of a garden bird by renowned maker Meissen and dating from the 20th century. The quality

Category

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen German Weiss Porcelain Garden Bird Figure

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H 4.34 in W 2.96 in D 2.76 in

Meissen German Weiss Porcelain Garden Bird Figure

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

porcelain figure of a garden bird by renowned maker Meissen and dating from the 20th century. The quality

Category

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen German Weiss Porcelain Garden Bird Figure

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H 8.47 in Dm 3.15 in

Royal Porcelain Factory Berlin Porcelain Pierced Edge Floral Painted Cabinet Pla

By Berlin Royal Porcelain Factory

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A very finely made German porcelain cabinet plate with a pierced patterned and rim and hand painted

Category

Antique 1890s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Royal Porcelain Factory Berlin Porcelain Pierced Edge Floral Painted Cabinet Pla

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H 1.58 in Dm 9.36 in

Meissen Blanc de Chine Porcelain Jester and Monkey Figure

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A very fine vintage Meissen porcelain blanc de chine figure of a Jester with a monkey and owl

Category

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Blanc de Chine Porcelain Jester and Monkey Figure

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H 4.53 in W 1.78 in D 1.19 in

Meissen Porcelain 18th Century Leaf Dish Hand Painted, circa 1770

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Katonah, NY

This large 18th century Meissen porcelain leaf form dish incorporates the prevailing artistic

Category

Antique Late 18th Century German Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain 18th Century Leaf Dish Hand Painted, circa 1770

H 9.5 in W 13 in D 2 in

Coffee Can Blue and White "Peony & Bamboo" Bow Porcelain, circa 1754

By Bow Porcelain

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

porcelain decoration. Peonies, also known as the "king of flowers," are often depicted in Chinese art as a

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Chinoiserie Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Coffee Can Blue and White "Peony & Bamboo" Bow Porcelain, circa 1754

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H 2.2 in Dm 2 in

Swansea Welsh Pair Famille Rose Chinese Mandarin Pattern Porcelain Cups

By Swansea Porcelain

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A rare and early pair Swansea, Welsh, hand painted porcelain breakfast cups hand painted in the

Category

Antique 1810s Welsh George III Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Swansea Welsh Pair Famille Rose Chinese Mandarin Pattern Porcelain Cups

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H 2.47 in Dm 2.96 in

19th Century German Porcelain Kpm Berlin Hand Painted Double Salt

By KPM Porcelain

Located in Vero Beach, FL

gilt gold accents highlight this piece of art. Marked: On the underside with KPM scepter mark.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Enamel

19th Century German Porcelain Kpm Berlin Hand Painted Double Salt

H 4.75 in W 5 in D 4.25 in

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine, Young Lady Ring Thrower, by R. Boeltzig, Ca 1924

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

porcelain Style: Art Nouveau Size: height: 39,0 cm / 14.56 inches width: 16,5 cm

Category

Vintage 1920s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine, Young Lady Ring Thrower, by R. Boeltzig, Ca 1924

H 15.36 in W 6.5 in D 6.7 in

Art Nouveau Figure Group 'Ice-Scaters', by Alfred Koenig, Meissen Germany, 1910

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Delicate and rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain group: Skating couple in elegant winter clothing

Category

Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Art Nouveau Figure Group 'Ice-Scaters', by Alfred Koenig, Meissen Germany, 1910

H 7.88 in W 4.34 in D 5.91 in

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine Pair Snowball Thrower & Girl, A. Koenig, c 1910

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Very charming Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain figurines: Boy in dark blue jacket, under it a brown

Category

Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine Pair Snowball Thrower & Girl, A. Koenig, c 1910

H 5.52 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine, Lady With Muff, by Konrad Hentschel, ca 1906

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

: made around 1906 Style: Art Nouveau Material: multicolored porcelain, glossy finish

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine, Lady With Muff, by Konrad Hentschel, ca 1906

H 12.21 in W 5.52 in D 5.91 in

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine, Girl With Doll's Pram, by Konrad Hentschel, 1905

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Art Nouveau Meissen porcelain figure from the time the model was created: The girl in a white dress

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine, Girl With Doll's Pram, by Konrad Hentschel, 1905

H 5.32 in W 5.52 in D 3.55 in

Art Nouveau Children Group Girl With Child A. Koenig, Meissen Germany, c 1905

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Very rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain figure group: Girl and child in clothing from around 1900

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Art Nouveau Children Group Girl With Child A. Koenig, Meissen Germany, c 1905

H 4.93 in W 3.35 in D 2.76 in

Art Nouveau Children Group 'Two Girls', by A. Koenig, Meissen Germany, ca 1940

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Very rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain figure group: Two barefoot girls in summer clothes, the

Category

Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Art Nouveau Children Group 'Two Girls', by A. Koenig, Meissen Germany, ca 1940

H 7.09 in W 3.15 in D 3.75 in

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine Pair Boy & Girl With Hoops, A. Koenig, c 1910

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Very rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain figurines: Two children with colorful hoops: Standing boy

Category

Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine Pair Boy & Girl With Hoops, A. Koenig, c 1910

H 5.12 in W 2.37 in D 1.97 in

Art Nouveau Children Group 'Girl with Child', A. Koenig, Meissen Germany, c 1905

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Extremely rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain group: Girl and child in clothes from around 1900, the

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Art Nouveau Children Group 'Girl with Child', A. Koenig, Meissen Germany, c 1905

H 4.73 in W 3.15 in D 2.76 in

Meissen Art Nouveau Figure Of A Snake Dancer By Max Bochmann Circa 1914

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Material: hand-made, multicolored porcelain, glossy finish Style: Art Nouveau Blue crossed Meissen Mark

Category

Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Art Nouveau Figure Of A Snake Dancer By Max Bochmann Circa 1914

H 13 in W 6.5 in D 5.52 in

Large Meissen Art Nouveau Figure, Flora with Cupids, by Emmerich Oehler, ca 1913

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Dating: made around 1913 Style: Art Nouveau Material: multicolored porcelain, glossy finish Technique

Category

Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Large Meissen Art Nouveau Figure, Flora with Cupids, by Emmerich Oehler, ca 1913

H 17.33 in W 7.49 in D 9.45 in

Art Nouveau Children Group 'Two Girls', by A. Koenig, Meissen Germany, ca 1912

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Extremely rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain group: Two barefoot girls in summer clothes, the

Category

Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Art Nouveau Children Group 'Two Girls', by A. Koenig, Meissen Germany, ca 1912

H 7.09 in W 3.15 in D 3.75 in

Art Nouveau Group 'Girl With Goat', by Erich Hoesel, Meissen Germany, ca 1910

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Very rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain group: Girl in a striped dress with polka dots and a white

Category

Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Art Nouveau Group 'Girl With Goat', by Erich Hoesel, Meissen Germany, ca 1910

H 7.09 in W 3.55 in D 3.94 in

1940s Art Deco Porcelain Figure of a Woman on a Flower by Giovanni Ronzan

Located in Aci Castello, IT

"the flower" . Masterful execution and splendid choice of pastel colours. The Art Deco Porcelain Figure

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

1940s Art Deco Porcelain Figure of a Woman on a Flower by Giovanni Ronzan

H 9.85 in Dm 8.67 in

Antique Signed German Vienna Style Porcelain Hand Painted Cabinet Plate

By Hans Zatzka, Imperial Vienna Porcelain

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A very fine antique Vienna style porcelain cabinet plate. Entitled "Blumensprueche", which

Category

Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Signed German Vienna Style Porcelain Hand Painted Cabinet Plate

H 1.13 in Dm 9.75 in

Austrian Art Nouveau Porcelain Pink and Gold Dish

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful Austrian Art Nouveau porcelain pink and gold oblong dish, circa early 20th century

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Austrian Art Nouveau Porcelain Pink and Gold Dish

H 1.25 in W 9.19 in D 4.07 in

English Art Deco Royal Commemorative Porcelain Coronation Set

Located in New York, NY

This collection of English commemorative ware consists of a 1937 Edward VIII coronation tea set, two 1837 Edward VIII coronation plates, a 1937 Edward VIII coronation flute, and a 19...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Gold

English Art Deco Royal Commemorative Porcelain Coronation Set

H 5.5 in Dm 8.75 in

An Art Deco Lenox Belleek Porcelain Coffee Service

By Belleek Pottery Ltd.

Located in New Haven, CT

This exceptional and rare Lenox Belleek coffee set is an original Art Nouveau conception and is

Category

Vintage 1910s Irish Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

An Art Deco Lenox Belleek Porcelain Coffee Service

H 10.5 in W 7.5 in D 4 in

Haviland Limoges Hand Painted Art Deco Porcelain Plates Water Lilies

By Haviland & Co.

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

hand painted by a professional artist in a decorating studio with Art Deco motif of five water lilies

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Haviland Limoges Hand Painted Art Deco Porcelain Plates Water Lilies

H 1 in Dm 9 in

Very Fine Set of 6 Hand Painted Lenox Porcelain Cabinet Plates for Tiffany & Co.

By Lenox's Ceramic Art Company

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

An exquisite set of six hand painted Lenox porcelain cabinet plates by artist Eugene DeLan (working

Category

Early 20th Century American Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Very Fine Set of 6 Hand Painted Lenox Porcelain Cabinet Plates for Tiffany & Co.

H 0.75 in Dm 9 in

Art Deco Hungarian Porcelain Statuette Swans Couple by Holloaza

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Age Art Deco Hungarian porcelain figurine depicting swans couple by Holloaza, in excellent

Category

Mid-20th Century Hungarian Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Art Deco Hungarian Porcelain Statuette Swans Couple by Holloaza

H 8.27 in W 5.12 in D 3.15 in

Amphora, Czechoslovakia, Hand-Painted Porcelain Figurine of Lioness on Rock

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Amphora, Czechoslovakia. Hand-painted porcelain figurine of a lioness on the rock. 1930/40's

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Amphora, Czechoslovakia, Hand-Painted Porcelain Figurine of Lioness on Rock

H 8.67 in Dm 6.7 in

Porcelain Group 'Capriccio' Boy on Ibex Rosenthal Selb Germany Circa 1914

By Ferdinand Liebermann

Located in Vienna, AT

Admirable Art Nouveau Figure Group by Rosenthal. Naked faun-like boy sitting on the back of an ibex

Category

Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Porcelain Group 'Capriccio' Boy on Ibex Rosenthal Selb Germany Circa 1914

H 11.82 in W 7.09 in D 3.55 in

19th C. Meissen Porcelain Plaque Depicting Rembrandt and Saskia in the Tavern

By Rembrandt van Rijn, Meissen Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

An incredible and very rare 19th Century Meissen porcelain plaque depicting Rembrandt and Saskia in

Category

Antique 1860s German Baroque Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

19th C. Meissen Porcelain Plaque Depicting Rembrandt and Saskia in the Tavern

H 3 in W 21.5 in D 18.25 in

Art Nouveau Figurine 'Pierrette' by Martin Wiegand, Meissen Germany, ca 1908

By Meissen Porcelain, Martin Wiegand

Located in Vienna, AT

Extremely rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain figurine: Red-haired girl sitting on the ground with

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Art Nouveau Figurine 'Pierrette' by Martin Wiegand, Meissen Germany, ca 1908

H 7.49 in W 6.3 in D 5.91 in

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine, Young Lady Ball Player by Walter Schott, ca 1940

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Dating: made 1934-1947 Style: Art Nouveau Material: multicolored porcelain

Category

Vintage 1930s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine, Young Lady Ball Player by Walter Schott, ca 1940

H 11.62 in W 8.27 in D 4.73 in

Meissen Art Nouveau Group 'The Air' by Paul Helmig, Germany Around 1900

By Meissen Porcelain, Paul Helmig

Located in Vienna, AT

Very rare and excellent Meissen porcelain group around 1900: Juno, the Roman goddess of the air

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Art Nouveau Group 'The Air' by Paul Helmig, Germany Around 1900

H 8.86 in W 9.65 in D 5.52 in

Rosenthal Art Déco Figurine Pierrot 'Ash Wednesday' Max Valentin Germany, 1922

By Selb Porcelain, Max Valentin

Located in Vienna, AT

Very rare Art Deco figurine of a lute playing pierrot In a wide bright robe with Art Deco

Category

Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Rosenthal Art Déco Figurine Pierrot 'Ash Wednesday' Max Valentin Germany, 1922

H 12.79 in Dm 3.93 in

Art Deco Tea, Coffee, Dessert Set, Porcelain, Victoria, Czechoslovakia, 1930s

By Victoria Czechoslovakia

Located in Bochum, NRW

Delightfully angular pure Art Deco porcelain tea / coffee and dessert serving set for 5 by Victoria

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Art Deco Tea, Coffee, Dessert Set, Porcelain, Victoria, Czechoslovakia, 1930s

H 8.27 in W 10.24 in D 2.76 in

Hutschenreuther-Selb Porcelain Figurine "COCKATOO" Marked 01 on Base

By Hutschenreuther

Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI

porcelain is marked to have been produced in the Department of Art (Abteilung fur Kunst) at the

Category

Early 20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Hutschenreuther-Selb Porcelain Figurine "COCKATOO" Marked 01 on Base

H 13 in W 6 in D 8 in

20th Century French Art Deco Limoges Porcelain Service Tableware 49 Pieces

By Limoges

Located in LEGNY, FR

Beautiful Art deco Limoges porcelain dinner service with a yellow border and flower decoration in

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

20th Century French Art Deco Limoges Porcelain Service Tableware 49 Pieces

H 1.58 in Dm 9.85 in

Hutschenreuther-Selb Porcelain Figurine "COCKATOO" Marked #3 on Base

By Hutschenreuther

Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI

exquisite Hutschenreuther-Selb porcelain that is over 100 years old. The stamps on the bottom show the names

Category

Vintage 1920s German Porcelain

Materials

Gold

Hutschenreuther-Selb Porcelain Figurine "COCKATOO" Marked #3 on Base

H 15 in W 4.5 in D 7 in

Art Nouveau Children Group 'Girl With Child', T. Eichler, Meissen Germany, 1905

By Meissen Porcelain, Theodor Eichler

Located in Vienna, AT

Extremely rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain group: Two girls in clothing of circa 1900, the elder

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Art Nouveau Children Group 'Girl With Child', T. Eichler, Meissen Germany, 1905

H 8.27 in W 6.3 in D 5.52 in

Midcentury Art Deco Hungarian Porcelain Figurine Colf by Holloaza Signed

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Age Art Deco Hungarian porcelain statuette depicting a colf by Holloaza, excellent conditions

Category

Mid-20th Century Hungarian Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Midcentury Art Deco Hungarian Porcelain Figurine Colf by Holloaza Signed

H 3.94 in W 2.76 in D 5.12 in

Art Nouveau Flower Vase Limoges Porcelain and Silver by Joe Descomps

By Joe Descomps Cormier, Limoges

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

nice quality enamel porcelain flower vase. It has silver rings on the neck and on the base. Marked L

Category

20th Century French Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Art Nouveau Flower Vase Limoges Porcelain and Silver by Joe Descomps

H 4.34 in W 1.78 in D 3.82 in

Meissen Germany Art Nouveau Figurine Girl With Shawl, by Theodor Eichler, c 1913

By Meissen Porcelain, Theodor Eichler

Located in Vienna, AT

: hand-made, multicolored porcelain, glossy finish Style: Art Nouveau Meissen Mark of around

Category

Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Germany Art Nouveau Figurine Girl With Shawl, by Theodor Eichler, c 1913

H 9.06 in W 4.34 in D 3.04 in

Meissen Art Nouveau Group 'the Air' by Paul Helmig, Germany, Around 1900

By Paul Helmig, Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Very rare and excellent Meissen porcelain group around 1900: Juno, the Roman goddess of the air

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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Meissen Art Nouveau Group 'the Air' by Paul Helmig, Germany, Around 1900

H 8.67 in W 9.65 in D 5.52 in

1920s French Bulldog Figurine Rosenthal Selb Bavaria Germany, Art Deco Porcelain

By Rosenthal

Located in Antwerp, BE

Art Deco porcelain French Bulldog figurine from the 1920s. This animal statue - Dog statue was

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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Porcelain

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Porcelain

1920s French Bulldog Figurine Rosenthal Selb Bavaria Germany, Art Deco Porcelain

H 3.35 in W 3.94 in D 1.7 in

French Art Deco White Porcelain Figural Lamp Signed Limoges from ROBJ

By ROBJ

Located in Beirut, LB

Art Deco French “Veilleuse”, or night light of Bedouin women in Porcelain, with gilt trim. Lovely

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Porcelain

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Porcelain

French Art Deco White Porcelain Figural Lamp Signed Limoges from ROBJ

H 9.85 in W 5.52 in D 3.55 in

Art Nouveau Group 'Mother With Child', by Paul Helmig, Meissen Germany, ca 1912

By Meissen Porcelain, Paul Helmig

Located in Vienna, AT

Very rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain group: Mother in a dress decorated with elaborate Art

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Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Art Nouveau Group 'Mother With Child', by Paul Helmig, Meissen Germany, ca 1912

H 7.49 in W 6.3 in D 4.73 in

Amphora, Czechoslovakia, Hand-Painted Art Deco Porcelain Figurine of a Lion

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Amphora, Czechoslovakia. Hand-painted Art Deco porcelain figurine of a lion on the rock. 1930s

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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Porcelain

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Porcelain

Amphora, Czechoslovakia, Hand-Painted Art Deco Porcelain Figurine of a Lion

H 6.7 in W 7.49 in D 3.55 in

Art Nouveau Bowl with Nymph and Girl, by P. Helmig, Meissen Germany, ca 1910

By Paul Helmig, Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Exquisite Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain group: Flat oval bowl with an irregular, wavy lined and

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Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Art Nouveau Bowl with Nymph and Girl, by P. Helmig, Meissen Germany, ca 1910

H 5.32 in W 11.82 in D 6.3 in

c1800 French Louis XVI Gilt Bronze/ Porcelain/ Art Plate Candle Wall Sconces

Located in Opa Locka, FL

c1800 Pair French Louis XVI style Gilt Bronze Frames with Art on Porcelain Plates.Original

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Antique Early 1800s French Louis XVI Wall Lights and Sconces

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Porcelain

c1800 French Louis XVI Gilt Bronze/ Porcelain/ Art Plate Candle Wall Sconces

H 12 in Dm 9.25 in

Art Déco Porcelain Figurine 'Merry March', C. Holzer-Defanti, Rosenthal Germany

By Rosenthal, Constantin Holzer-Defanti

Located in Vienna, AT

sculptor and porcelain maker; lived in Selb from 1918 to 1927, where he worked for the Rosenthal and

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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Porcelain

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Porcelain

Art Déco Porcelain Figurine 'Merry March', C. Holzer-Defanti, Rosenthal Germany

H 13.78 in W 6.7 in D 4.73 in

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine, Baby Child with Picture Book, by Konrad Hentschel

By Meissen Porcelain, Julius Konrad Hentschel

Located in Vienna, AT

Art Nouveau Meissen porcelain figure from the time the model was created: Baby in a dress with

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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine, Baby Child with Picture Book, by Konrad Hentschel

H 4.14 in W 4.93 in D 4.73 in

Beautiful Framed 19TH C Painting on Porcelain Woman Children Charles Chaplin

Located in New York, NY

The Following Item we are offering is a Beautiful Museum Quality Painting on Porcelain of a Woman

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20th Century Unknown Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Beautiful Framed 19TH C Painting on Porcelain Woman Children Charles Chaplin

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Art On Porcelain For Sale on 1stDibs

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Questions About Art On Porcelain

What is Hirado porcelain?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Hirado porcelain or Hirado ware is made in Japan. Most often it’s made in Makawachi so you will hear it referred to as Mikawachi ware at times. A sometsuke underglaze of cobalt and white is most popular as it highlights the fine grain of the porcelain and the complicated details and elaborate openwork. Shop a collection of Hirado ware from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a porcelain socket?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A porcelain socket is a socket made of porcelain. It can endure higher temperatures when compared to other materials. If the light is outside or hangs with a bulb facing down, a porcelain socket is the best recommended. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage porcelain socket lamps.
What is a porcelain sign?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
Porcelain signs are thin metal sheets bonded with durable glass coating at a high temperature. It is further coated with enamel for protection. Because of its multi-layer coating, these signs are thicker than painted metal signs. Visit 1stDibs for a collection of porcelain signs.
What is a porcelain vase?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
A porcelain vase is a vessel made out of vitrified pottery. Porcelain is a semi-translucent white color and has a smooth, sleek texture. Traditionally, people use porcelain vases to hold fresh, dried and silk flower arrangements, but you can also display them empty as decorative accents. Find a range of antique and vintage porcelain vases on 1stDibs.
What is feldspar porcelain?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Feldspar porcelain is a type of ceramic made from a blend of kaolin clay and the mineral feldspar. The mix of ores gives the porcelain a translucent gray-blue appearance. Rorstrand is known for producing feldspar porcelain décor. On 1stDibs, shop a range of feldspar porcelain decorative objects.
What is porcelain made of?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Porcelain is made up of kaolin, feldspar, quartz, and clay. It is created using a two-ore firing process.
What is Bavarian porcelain?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Bavarian porcelain is characterized by its delicate translucent porcelain and finely decorated designs. The colorful designs often depicted hand-painted floral scenes and figurines. Shop a collection of Bavarian porcelain from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is vitro porcelain?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Vitro-porcelain is a variety of glass. It gets its name from its pressed construction, which gives it the look of porcelain or pottery. John George Sowerby invented the material in 1877. On 1stDibs, shop a range of porcelain decorative objects.
Where was porcelain made?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
Porcelain was first made in China. Artisans began producing early forms during the Tang Dynasty, which lasted from 618 to 907 A.D. During the Yuan Dynasty from 1279 to 1368, crafting techniques advanced to produce the strong, translucent pottery that we call porcelain today. Shop a wide variety of porcelain objects on 1stDibs.
What was porcelain used for?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
Porcelain was once used for many of the same purposes as it is today. Ancient Chinese artisans invented the material and created statues, trinkets, cups, plates, teapots and other dinnerware and serveware, just as contemporary manufacturers do. Today, porcelain is also a key material in the manufacturing of electrical insulation, plumbing fixtures, tiling, dental bridges and crowns and many other items. Find a large selection of porcelain wares on 1stDibs.
What is Lladró porcelain?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Lladró is known for its porcelain figurines and sculptures. Lladró high porcelain creations express beauty and technical perfection and are meticulously made. The designs pay high attention to detail, which results in life-like figurines and bold sculptures that represent a wide range of ideas and motifs. Find a selection of Lladró porcelain on 1stDibs.
What is in porcelain clay?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Most porcelain contains a mixture of silica, clays, feldspar and kaolin. In the case of bone china, bone ash is also included. Porcelain is a ceramic and is made like all others by mixing clay with additives, shaping it and then firing it in a kiln. Where porcelain differs is the ingredient mixture, often containing kaolin and the fact that it’s fired at a hotter temperature. Shop a range of antique and vintage porcelain on 1stDibs.
What is Japanese porcelain?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The creation of Japanese porcelain began in the late 1500s. Although the styles and variations of Japanese porcelain range, many consider Kyushu to be the center of Japanese porcelain production. You’ll find a variety of antique and modern Japanese porcelain pieces on 1stDibs.
What is a porcelain plate?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
A porcelain plate is a dish made out of a material called porcelain. A type of ceramic, porcelain is made out of highly refined clay that gets fired at high temperatures. Porcelain plates have an appealing translucent appearance and are harder and less porous than other types of ceramic dinnerware. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of porcelain plates.
When was porcelain invented?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
Porcelain was invented during the Tang Dynasty in China, which began in 618 A.D. and ended in 907. Pieces produced during this period tended to be very simple and might not be easily recognizable as porcelain to modern-day collectors. The form of porcelain that most people envision today emerged during the Yuan Dynasty, which occurred between 1279 and 1368 A.D. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of porcelain.
Is Mintons china or porcelain?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
China and porcelain can be used interchangeably, however, china gets its name from the country of origin. Products from the mid 20th century from Mintons are often referred to as ‘Minton china’ or ‘Minton.’ Mintons produces a variety of products including china, stoneware and mosaics. Shop a wide range of Minton’s pottery on 1stDibs from top sellers.
What is Chinese Canton porcelain?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Chinese Canton porcelain is a type of decorative hand-painted ceramic ware produced during the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries in China. Its name comes from the region where it originated. You will sometimes see it referred to as Cantonese porcelain. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Chinese Canton porcelain.
What is the difference between porcelain and bisque?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
Porcelain is created from a mix of specific materials that is then heated at between 2,200 and 2,600 degrees Fahrenheit. Kaolin is the primary material from which porcelain is made (although clay minerals might only account for a small proportion of the whole). Afterward, it is glazed to give a luxe finish. Unglazed porcelain is called bisque. Shop a range of antique and vintage porcelain items on 1stDibs.
What is Limoges porcelain made of?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Limoges porcelain is made of kaolin, feldspar and quartz, making it the finest hard-paste porcelain in the world. It is the addition of kaolin that makes the porcelain so sought-after and also gives it the distinction of being bone china. Shop a collection of Limoges china from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the Kangxi porcelain mark?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The Kangxi mark appears on porcelain created in China during the Kangxi period, 1662-1722. There are two types of Kangxi marks: a reign mark and a potter’s personal mark. Reign marks are six-character marks in two vertical lines with a double circle around them. Other marks vary and indicate a potter’s personal mark. They could be a picture, a blank circle or a character. Browse a variety of authenticated Kangxi porcelain on 1stDibs.