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What is the difference between porcelain and ceramic figurines?
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The difference between porcelain and ceramic figurines is the materials used to produce them. Porcelain is a delicate white material, while ceramic tends to be heavier and varies in color depending on the type of clay used to produce it. Shop a wide range of antique and vintage figurines on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Vintage Italian Ceramic Pitcher by Bassano, Mid 20th Century
By Bassano
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Beautiful vintage ceramic jug by Bassano made in Italy in mid 20th century. Bassano ceramics (also known as "Bassano del Grappa") is a traditional Italian craft produced in the city ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Italian Ceramic Pitcher by Bassano, Mid 20th Century
By Bassano
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Beautiful vintage ceramic jug by Bassano made in Italy in mid 20th century. Bassano ceramics (also known as "Bassano del Grappa") is a traditional Italian craft produced in the city ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Ceramic
Large ceramic sculpture of Zebra from Bassano, Italy 2000s
By Bassano
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
The stunning large hand painted ceramic animal sculpture of Zebra made in Bassano Italy in the 2000s. A very beautiful sculpture. In great condition. The perfect addition to any surf...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Cat by Ceramiche Boxer
By Bassano
Located in Warszawa, PL
ceramic cat by ceramiche Boxer. Signed
has a few chips visible in the photos
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Art Nouveau Ceiling Chandelier Painted Iron & Polychrome Ceramic Bassano
By Bassano
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Antique original Art Nouveau ceiling chandelier , painted iron and polychrome enameled ceramic by Bassano-Nove.
Overhauled electrical system, rea...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
Large ceramic bust Man, Italy 1970s
By Bassano
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Vintage large ceramic bust Man by Bassano made in Italy in the 1970s. Bassano ceramics (also known as "Bassano del Grappa") is a traditional Italian craft produced in the city of Bas...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Ceramic