What does a Chinese vase with a dragon mean?

A Chinese vase with a dragon typically means good fortune and prosperity. Throughout East Asia, the dragon is a symbol of luck. In China, the mythical beast is a common motif used in the designs of pottery, furniture and art. On 1stDibs, find a range of Chinese vases.

How do you identify an antique vase?

To tell if a vase is antique, look for a mark on the bottom of the vase either a NIPPON mark or an overmark over the original maker’s mark.

How do I identify an antique porcelain vase?

The best way to identify an antique porcelain vase is to check for a maker’s mark. Gently flip the vase over and look for a signature or logo on the bottom. You may also find the name of the artist or designer. Old vases were also made in wood-based kilns, so an antique vase will likely have small imperfections such as coarseness, crackling or asymmetry. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your vase. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a variety of expertly vetted antique porcelain vases.

How can I tell if a porcelain vase is antique?

There are a few ways to tell the approximate age of a porcelain vase, including identifying the maker's mark. These are usually located on the bottom of the vase. The maker's mark can help you find the era of manufacture once you know the company or studio that produced the piece. Look for imperfections, which were inevitable with wood-fuelled kilns of the past but uncommon with modern gas-fuelled kilns. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique porcelain from some of the world's top sellers.

Antique Dragon Vases

Japanese Cloisonne Dragon And Phoenix

Chinese Famille Rose Canton Vase with Gilt Dragon Relief - 19th Century

$1,427

H 14.18 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in

Chinese Famille Rose Canton Vase with Gilt Dragon Relief - 19th Century

By CANTON FAMILLE ROSE

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

An impressive Chinese porcelain vase decorated in the Canton famille rose tradition, dating

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Spinach Jade Vase with Phoenix Bird and Dragon representing Immortality

$15,500

H 11 in W 8.5 in D 3 in

Chinese Spinach Jade Vase with Phoenix Bird and Dragon representing Immortality

Located in New York, NY

This Intricately Crafted antique Spinach Jade vase has a Phoenix bird, representing Immortality and

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures

Materials

Jade

Yixing Zisha Imperial Dragon Vase/Brush Pot, Square Seal, China, 20th Century

$4,200Sale Price|30% Off

H 5.5 in Dm 4.25 in

Yixing Zisha Imperial Dragon Vase/Brush Pot, Square Seal, China, 20th Century

Located in Chatham, ON

Rare museum quality Yixing Zisha 'Imperial Dragon' vase or brush pot - featuring an applied buff

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Chinese Rug Antique Peking Rug Antique Khotan Tapestry 1880

$5,725

W 51.19 in L 75.2 in

Antique Chinese Rug Antique Peking Rug Antique Khotan Tapestry 1880

Located in New York, NY

An incredible and rare antique Chinese dragon rug featuring symbolic dragon, bat, and vase motifs

Category

Antique 1880s Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Silk

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Antique Dragon Vases For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of antique dragon vases available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, metal and porcelain, all antique dragon vases available were constructed with great care. Antique dragon vases have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Art Nouveau, Arts and Crafts and Baroque antique dragon vases are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made antique dragon vases over the years, but those made by Amphora, Arthur & Bond and Hutschenreuther are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Dragon Vases?

Antique dragon vases can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,281, while the lowest priced sells for $165 and the highest can go for as much as $24,800.