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Which is better: bone china or porcelain?

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Which is better: bone china or porcelain?
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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Emilia Castillo Pure Silver & Porcelain Frog Salt & Pepper Shakers, Taxco 1998
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A whimsical and collectible salt and pepper shaker set designed and handcrafted by Emilia Castillo in Taxco, Mexico. This charming duo depicts a mother frog and baby frog, each sculp...
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1990s Mexican Organic Modern Tableware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Hand-Painted Shell Iron Tray
Located in Milan, IT
Vassoio decorativo in ferro, dipinto a mano
Category

2010s Italian Tableware

Materials

Iron

Fauna Handpainted Iron Tray #3
Located in Milan, IT
Ikat handpainted iron tray.
Category

2010s Italian Tableware

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Boxed Set of 6 French Silver & Gold Tone Bows Place Card Holders
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely vintage boxed set of six silver and gold tone metal bows place card holders, from Paris, France. No maker's mark. Would be perfect as tabletop decor, for entertaining, or as...
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Mid-20th Century French Tableware

Materials

Metal

Galanthus Nivalis Wine Glass
Located in Milan, IT
This glass belongs to a collection of 21 unique pieces, each inspired by a different botanical species and reimagined by Simone Crestani from archival Fratelli Toso drawings. Shaped ...
Category

2010s Italian Tableware

Materials

Glass

Set of Six Italian Silver-Plated Dachshund Dog Knife Rests with Original Box
Located in Toronto, CA
An exceptional set of six Italian mid-century silver-plated dachshund knife rests, exquisitely cast in elongated, modernist forms that capture the unmistakable charm of the dachshund...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

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