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How do I identify Chinese porcelain marks?

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How do I identify Chinese porcelain marks?
To identify Chinese porcelain marks, consult trusted online resources. Most markings on Chinese porcelain consist of four to six characters, and the last two often represent when a piece was produced. Since there is a lot of variation in the markings, looking at images shared on trustworthy websites is the best way to make an identification. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Chinese porcelain.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
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Chinese Export Porcelain Plate Rose Medallion Hand Painted, Qing, circa 1875
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very decorative Chinese Export, porcelain, Rose Medallion dish or plate which we date to the 19th century, Qing dynasty, circa 1875. I...
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

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Porcelain

Hand-Painted Chinese Kraak Porcelain Plate, Ming Wanli, Circa 1610
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a hand-painted Chinese Export Kraak porcelain blue and white Side Plate or Dish, which we date to the Ming, Wanli period,( 1573-1620 ), datin...
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Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

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Porcelain

Chinese Kangxi Period Large Plate or Dish, Imari Hand Painted, Circa 1700, 13.9"
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very beautifully hand painted Chinese-Imari porcelain Large Dish or Plate / Platter from the Qing, Kangxi period, 1662-1722, dating to Circa 1700. Large diameter ( 13.9 i...
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Antique Late 17th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Rose Mandarin Porcelain Vase, 19th Century
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine, antique Chinese Rose Mandarin porcelain vase. With rich polychrome enamel decoration on a light celadon ground. An excel...
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

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Porcelain

Large Pair of Vintage Porcelain and Chinese Canton Vases, 20th century
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Large Pair of Vintage Porcelain and Chinese Canton Vases, 20th century.  Pair of porcelain and Chinese canton urn-shaped vases with vintage export rose medallion. The vase features h...
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20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Porcelain

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Porcelain

Rose Mandarin Chinese Porcelain Saucer Dish
Located in New York, NY
Rose Mandarin Chinese porcelain saucer dish. Vibrantly hued Chinese Export small saucer plate in pinks and blues and greens. China, circa 1820's ...
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Porcelain

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Porcelain

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