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How can you tell if ceramics are antique?

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How can you tell if ceramics are antique?
To tell if ceramics are antique, you have two main options available. One approach is to conduct online research using trusted sources. By looking up the maker's mark, you can learn more about the company or artisan that produced the ceramics and get tips on how to date their pieces. Any ceramics that are 100 years old or older are antiques. You can also have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your pieces. Shop a diverse assortment of ceramics on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
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Fornasetti Atelier Ceramic Tray Decorated with An Owl
Located in Downingtown, PA
Fornasetti 'Civetta' Owl Ceramic Dish with 'Merci' Motif A charming example of the playful wit and surrealist elegance that defines the Fornasetti Atelier. This 21st-century rectang...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Ceramics

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Ceramic

19th Century, French Green Glazed Terracotta Jug or Water Cruche
Located in Buisson, FR
Great authentic piece of pottery from the Provence. Unique and rare glaze. Beautiful weathered. Chips and imperfections help authenticate this water cruche as it was a utilitarian ty...
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Ceramics

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Terracotta

Large Collection of 27 miniature vessels - John Andersson - Höganäs
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large collection of 27 vessels, most of them designed by John Andersson and all of them produced at Höganäs about 1950s. The tallest one is 9 cm (3.6") and the smallest one is 1.5 ...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Stoneware

Ikebana Vase, Patina
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Wabi Sabi vase perfect for a single stem or small bouquet. Available in Patina, Golden Bronze or Matte White on umber clay. Vase is low and wide, and each is truly one-of-a-kind thou...
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2010s American Organic Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Ceramic Vase by Fenice Albisola for Manlio Trucco Italy ca' 1930
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An unusual ceramic charger/plate signed by Fenice Albisola for Manlio Trucco - Italy 1930. Handpainted ravens done in a bold graphic style.
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ceramics

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Ceramic

Peter Shire Pair of Memphis Milano Ceramic Espresso Mugs
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This is a set of two handmade ceramic espresso mugs with multicolored glaze by veteran Memphis artist Peter Shire. They are hand-painted, so no two are the same. At the base, each mu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Ceramics

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Ceramic

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