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How do I identify old dishes?
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To identify old dishes, examine the marks that appear on the bottom. If they appear handwritten, your dishes likely date back to before the 19th century. You can use authoritative online resources to research the marks and figure out which company produced them. An expert licensed appraiser can also provide assistance with identification. You'll find a large selection of expertly vetted antique dishes on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Pair of Midcentury Ben Seibel Sculptural Flame Bookends
By Ben Seibel
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural Ben Seibel for Jenfred book ends, circa 1950s. In brass finish. Some wear, patina and scratches but overall nice condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Brass
‘Beautiful Dreamer’ Chaise Lounge by Ben Seibel, USA 1950s, Rare
By Ben Seibel
Located in Buffalo, NY
A rare ‘Beautiful Dreamer’ chaise lounge designed by Ben Seibel in the 1950s. This lounge has an elongated curved seat and a dramatically angled back...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Naugahyde, Wood
9 Raymor / Roseville by Ben Seibel Large Pottery Dinner Plates # 152
By Ben Seibel
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A set of nine sculptural large pottery dinner plates in a warm earthy terra cotta with upturned edges . Designed by Ben Seibel who's Mid Century works include many pottery forms , me...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Pottery
Mid Century Ben Seibel design for Jenfred Ware Brass Coffee Table Cigarette Box
By Ben Seibel, Jenfred Ware
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Lovely brass cigarette box designed by Ben Seibel for Jenfred Ware.
Wood inlay on top. Cork lined. Fabulous vintage condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
Ben Seibel Aged Bronze Srirrup Bookends
By Ben Seibel
Located in New York, NY
Custom finished aged bronze stirrup bookends, c.60s.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Metal
$1,500 / set
Large Five Lobes Ben Seibel Vide Poche, USA 1950's
By Ben Seibel
Located in New York, NY
Large vide poche with five lobes, the sides decorated with small incisions, a gorgeous example of the designer's work.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze