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Very fine 19th Century Royal Vienna Vase with Cover
Very fine 19th Century Royal Vienna Vase with Cover

Very fine 19th Century Royal Vienna Vase with Cover

By Royal Vienna Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

tradition of marking (chalking) the year above doorways to bless the home and mark the new year, typically

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Neoclassical Antique Markings

Materials

Porcelain

Early American Amber Glass Crystal? Plates Spectacular Victorian Etched Op Art 6
Early American Amber Glass Crystal? Plates Spectacular Victorian Etched Op Art 6

Early American Amber Glass Crystal? Plates Spectacular Victorian Etched Op Art 6

By (After) Gio Ponti

Located in Hyattsville, MD

. These have a very nice mid-century geometric design, nomakers markings or signatures. There is normal

Category

1910s American Late Victorian Antique Markings

Materials

Glass

Late 19th Century Italian Carrara Marble Statue of a Young Lady.
Late 19th Century Italian Carrara Marble Statue of a Young Lady.

Late 19th Century Italian Carrara Marble Statue of a Young Lady.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

* Style: Classical Revival * Markings: Stamped at the base “G67573” * Dimensions: Height: 2 ft. 11 in. (35

Category

Late 19th Century Italian Antique Markings

Materials

Carrara Marble

Antique Book, Fred Markham In Russia, Memoir, Travel Literature, Victorian, 1884
Antique Book, Fred Markham In Russia, Memoir, Travel Literature, Victorian, 1884

Antique Book, Fred Markham In Russia, Memoir, Travel Literature, Victorian, 1884

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

markings, this volume combines literary interest with a decorative appeal. With its marbled paper on board

Category

1880s British Late Victorian Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

Vintage Boho Hand Crafted 18th Century Cabinet
Vintage Boho Hand Crafted 18th Century Cabinet

Vintage Boho Hand Crafted 18th Century Cabinet

$3,450

H 54.5 in W 60.25 in D 24 in

Vintage Boho Hand Crafted 18th Century Cabinet

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

," suggesting either its original creation and a later significant modification or simply marking important

Category

18th Century British Antique Markings

Materials

Brass

Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas signed A. Heins
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas signed A. Heins

Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas signed A. Heins

Located in Dallas, TX

dealer markings on the back (including a wax seal), which only adds to its mystery and charm. Recently

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Black Forest Antique Markings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Pair of 19th Century French Hand Painted Faience Vases from Rouen
Pair of 19th Century French Hand Painted Faience Vases from Rouen

Pair of 19th Century French Hand Painted Faience Vases from Rouen

By Rouen

Located in Dallas, TX

rich and vivid colors. Place these vases on a mantel or a shelf for a true Country French look. Marking

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Markings

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Important Art Deco Console by Jules Leleu
Important Art Deco Console by Jules Leleu

Important Art Deco Console by Jules Leleu

$28,705

H 30.71 in W 47.25 in D 19.3 in

Important Art Deco Console by Jules Leleu

By Jules Leleu

Located in Roma, IT

marking the full emergence of Leleu’s mature decorative style. Presented at a time when French modernism

Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Markings

Materials

Mahogany, Amboyna

Ethnic Design-Anthropomorphic ceramic vessel, Luba People, DRC.
Ethnic Design-Anthropomorphic ceramic vessel, Luba People, DRC.

Ethnic Design-Anthropomorphic ceramic vessel, Luba People, DRC.

Located in Leuven , BE

, evoking the human torso, while surface patterns suggest body decoration or symbolic markings. The handle

Category

Early 20th Century Congolese Antique Markings

Materials

Terracotta

Beautiful Art Deco Green Black Elgin American EAM Ladies Makeup & Mirror Compact
Beautiful Art Deco Green Black Elgin American EAM Ladies Makeup & Mirror Compact

Beautiful Art Deco Green Black Elgin American EAM Ladies Makeup & Mirror Compact

By Elgin American Mfg Co.

Located in Red Lion, PA

American compacts were sold in high-end department stores and often given as gifts marking milestones, from

Category

1920s American Art Deco Antique Markings

Materials

Metal, Enamel

9ct Gold Edwardian Night & Day Floral Patterned Curb Bracelet with Heart Padlock
9ct Gold Edwardian Night & Day Floral Patterned Curb Bracelet with Heart Padlock

9ct Gold Edwardian Night & Day Floral Patterned Curb Bracelet with Heart Padlock

Located in Brighton, GB

9ct marking on the reverse side- most of which have rubbed over time. The heart padlock clasp adds a

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Markings

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

French Art Deco Tiger on the Prowl Sculpture by Magnelli, 1900s
French Art Deco Tiger on the Prowl Sculpture by Magnelli, 1900s

French Art Deco Tiger on the Prowl Sculpture by Magnelli, 1900s

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

) Condition: Excellent vintage condition Markings: Signed “Magnelli” on the side (see photo) Origin: France

Category

Early 1900s French Art Deco Antique Markings

Materials

Plaster

Silver plated coffee pot by BENETFINK&Co, Cheapside London, England, late 19th
Silver plated coffee pot by BENETFINK&Co, Cheapside London, England, late 19th

Silver plated coffee pot by BENETFINK&Co, Cheapside London, England, late 19th

By Benetfink & Co.

Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI

marking indicates an electroplated silver coating on top of German silver (a nickel-based alloy). The

Category

Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Markings

Materials

Silver Plate

A Pair of Sevres Porcelain White Ground & 24K Gold vases w Lion Head Handles
A Pair of Sevres Porcelain White Ground & 24K Gold vases w Lion Head Handles

A Pair of Sevres Porcelain White Ground & 24K Gold vases w Lion Head Handles

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in New York, NY

specific pieces to an exhibition or ambassadorial gift, their factory markings, form, and materials place

Category

1850s Neoclassical Antique Markings

Materials

Gold

A Patinated Bronze Bust of "Il Filosofo" The Philosopher, After Vincenzo  Gemito
A Patinated Bronze Bust of "Il Filosofo" The Philosopher, After Vincenzo  Gemito

A Patinated Bronze Bust of "Il Filosofo" The Philosopher, After Vincenzo Gemito

By Vincenzo Gemito

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. Signed GEMITO and some markings. Circa: Naples, 1900. Il Filosofo" (The Philosopher) is a bronze bust

Category

Early 1900s Italian Greco Roman Antique Markings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Map of the Philippine Islands – Observatorio de Manila, 1899
Antique Map of the Philippine Islands – Observatorio de Manila, 1899

Antique Map of the Philippine Islands – Observatorio de Manila, 1899

Located in Langweer, NL

. Coast and Geodetic Survey, marking a turning point in the modernization of geographic knowledge in the

Category

1890s Philippine Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

Orographic Map of the Philippine Islands – Observatorio de Manila, 1899
Orographic Map of the Philippine Islands – Observatorio de Manila, 1899

Orographic Map of the Philippine Islands – Observatorio de Manila, 1899

Located in Langweer, NL

two official markings: the red ink stamp of the “Observatorio de Manila” and the embossed seal of the

Category

1890s Philippine Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

Antique Sauté Pan Copper and Brass Cookware style DH & M Arts & Crafts Period
Antique Sauté Pan Copper and Brass Cookware style DH & M Arts & Crafts Period

Antique Sauté Pan Copper and Brass Cookware style DH & M Arts & Crafts Period

Located in Chula Vista, CA

confirm any markings 25.5 long x 12 diameter x 4 h Preowned vintage wear and patina in the style of

Category

Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Markings

Materials

Brass, Copper

J&J Kohn — Vanity Mirror No. 1135 — Josef Hoffmann
J&J Kohn — Vanity Mirror No. 1135 — Josef Hoffmann

J&J Kohn — Vanity Mirror No. 1135 — Josef Hoffmann

$7,177

H 62.6 in W 27.56 in D 23.23 in

J&J Kohn — Vanity Mirror No. 1135 — Josef Hoffmann

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Budapest, HU

supplement—marking it as part of the firm’s important early 20th-century production. Designer: Josef

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Markings

Materials

Mirror, Beech

Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Persian Kurdish Throw Rug
Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Persian Kurdish Throw Rug

Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Persian Kurdish Throw Rug

Located in New York, NY

palette and drawing suggest influences from both Persian and Anatolian traditions, marking it as a unique

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Rustic Antique Markings

Materials

Wool

Early 19th Century American Iron Horse Weathervane on Custom Wall Mount
Early 19th Century American Iron Horse Weathervane on Custom Wall Mount

Early 19th Century American Iron Horse Weathervane on Custom Wall Mount

Located in Chicago, IL

American folk art. Once mounted high above a rooftop, catching the wind and marking its direction, it now

Category

Early 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Markings

Materials

Iron

Antique Art Book, The Hundred Best Pictures, Hardcover, Illustrated, Edwardian
Antique Art Book, The Hundred Best Pictures, Hardcover, Illustrated, Edwardian

Antique Art Book, The Hundred Best Pictures, Hardcover, Illustrated, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

collections Pages in intact, original order with light markings commensurate with age A fine decorative

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

Small Antique Baedeker's South Eastern France Guide Book, Provence, Travel Maps
Small Antique Baedeker's South Eastern France Guide Book, Provence, Travel Maps

Small Antique Baedeker's South Eastern France Guide Book, Provence, Travel Maps

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

light period markings, offering a fascinating glimpse into turn of the century European travel

Category

Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

Antique The Fables Book, Historic Literature, English, Illustrated, Victorian
Antique The Fables Book, Historic Literature, English, Illustrated, Victorian

Antique The Fables Book, Historic Literature, English, Illustrated, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Victorian copy with charming light markings, encapsulating the enduring appeal of this celebrated literary

Category

1870s British Victorian Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

18th Century Chest Of Drawers with Trompe-l'œil Marquetry, Germany, circa 1770
18th Century Chest Of Drawers with Trompe-l'œil Marquetry, Germany, circa 1770

18th Century Chest Of Drawers with Trompe-l'œil Marquetry, Germany, circa 1770

Located in Greven, DE

plum wood marking the transition between the plain walnut edge veneer and the central marquetry panel

Category

1770s German Baroque Antique Markings

Materials

Walnut

Antique English Iron Wall Clock Dial Face Kendal Milne & Co Manchester
Antique English Iron Wall Clock Dial Face Kendal Milne & Co Manchester

Antique English Iron Wall Clock Dial Face Kendal Milne & Co Manchester

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

proudly marking the hours for one of Manchester’s most prestigious department stores, the dial now bears

Category

19th Century British Industrial Antique Markings

Materials

Iron

Authentic 1867 Toyohara Kunichika Woodblock Print Ukiyo-e
Authentic 1867 Toyohara Kunichika Woodblock Print Ukiyo-e

Authentic 1867 Toyohara Kunichika Woodblock Print Ukiyo-e

By Toyohara Kunichika

Located in TORQUAY, AU

, Yakusha-e (Actor Print) Materials: Woodblock print (nishiki-e) on washi paper, aniline pigments. Markings

Category

1860s Japanese Edo Antique Markings

Materials

Wood, Paper

Antique Meissen Porcelain Quatrefoil Miniature Hand-Painted Dish 1920s
Antique Meissen Porcelain Quatrefoil Miniature Hand-Painted Dish 1920s

Antique Meissen Porcelain Quatrefoil Miniature Hand-Painted Dish 1920s

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

* Decoration: Apple green border, floral and fruit cartouches, gilt accents * Markings: Blue crossed swords

Category

Early 20th Century German Baroque Antique Markings

Materials

Porcelain

Sumatra Gasteracantha Spiders – Antique Natural History Print c.1887
Sumatra Gasteracantha Spiders – Antique Natural History Print c.1887

Sumatra Gasteracantha Spiders – Antique Natural History Print c.1887

Located in Langweer, NL

, red, and white markings, showcasing their morphological diversity. Each figure is accompanied by scale

Category

Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

19th Century French Hand Painted Ceramic Barbotine Pig Pitcher Onnaing Style
19th Century French Hand Painted Ceramic Barbotine Pig Pitcher Onnaing Style

19th Century French Hand Painted Ceramic Barbotine Pig Pitcher Onnaing Style

By Onnaing

Located in Dallas, TX

). Marking on the bottom. The Onnaing Faiencerie was founded in Onnaing, France, in 1821 by Charles de

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Markings

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Set of Two Antique Japanese Ceramic Ko-Seto Chaires
Set of Two Antique Japanese Ceramic Ko-Seto Chaires

Set of Two Antique Japanese Ceramic Ko-Seto Chaires

Located in Atlanta, GA

, typical for the ko-seto chaire. One chaire showcases a wonderful dark glaze markings in an abstract

Category

18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Markings

Materials

Ceramic

Scottish Silver Mounted Snuff Box With Attached Spoon By Andrew Wilkie c1838/39
Scottish Silver Mounted Snuff Box With Attached Spoon By Andrew Wilkie c1838/39

Scottish Silver Mounted Snuff Box With Attached Spoon By Andrew Wilkie c1838/39

Located in valatie, NY

provincial silversmiths. The double markings were brought about by the imposition of the duty on hallmarked

Category

Early 19th Century Scottish Antique Markings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Japanese Edo Warrior Print – Temple Guardian with Halberd, c.1850
Japanese Edo Warrior Print – Temple Guardian with Halberd, c.1850

Japanese Edo Warrior Print – Temple Guardian with Halberd, c.1850

Located in Langweer, NL

resolve. The pillar behind him bears bold red inscriptions, likely marking the sacred temple gate he

Category

Mid-19th Century Japanese Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

Large Antique Javanese Water Jar, Indonesia, c. 1900
Large Antique Javanese Water Jar, Indonesia, c. 1900

Large Antique Javanese Water Jar, Indonesia, c. 1900

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

-related markings—each telling a quiet story of time and tradition. Both utilitarian and artistic, this

Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Organic Modern Antique Markings

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

19th Century French Hand Painted Ceramic Barbotine Pig Pitcher Signed Onnaing
19th Century French Hand Painted Ceramic Barbotine Pig Pitcher Signed Onnaing

19th Century French Hand Painted Ceramic Barbotine Pig Pitcher Signed Onnaing

By Onnaing

Located in Dallas, TX

pitcher is in excellent condition and has rich colors throughout in a tan skin tone. Markings on the

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Markings

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

19th Century French Architectural Element, Hand-carved Marble, Sculpted Birds
19th Century French Architectural Element, Hand-carved Marble, Sculpted Birds

19th Century French Architectural Element, Hand-carved Marble, Sculpted Birds

Located in Madrid, ES

used by the sculptor to organize the carving process, these markings evidence of the hand of the artist

Category

Late 19th Century French Beaux Arts Antique Markings

Materials

Marble

3 Vols British Battles on Land and Sea, Antique, Military Reference Book, C.1900
3 Vols British Battles on Land and Sea, Antique, Military Reference Book, C.1900

3 Vols British Battles on Land and Sea, Antique, Military Reference Book, C.1900

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

English, illustrated military reference series in intact, original order with light, characterful markings

Category

Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

A. A. MILNE. The House At Pooh Corner - 1928 - FIRST DELUXE EDITION - SIGNED
A. A. MILNE. The House At Pooh Corner - 1928 - FIRST DELUXE EDITION - SIGNED

A. A. MILNE. The House At Pooh Corner - 1928 - FIRST DELUXE EDITION - SIGNED

Located in Hillsborough, NJ

: Internally clean and bright, no previous ownership inscriptions, markings, or bookplate, FINE/NEAR FINE.

Category

1920s British Antique Markings

Materials

Fabric

Tutsi Archer Bracelet (arm Guard) Rwanda, Early 20th Century
Tutsi Archer Bracelet (arm Guard) Rwanda, Early 20th Century

Tutsi Archer Bracelet (arm Guard) Rwanda, Early 20th Century

By Tutsi People

Located in Bilzen, BE

functioned both as a protective device during archery and as a status symbol, marking the wearer’s elevated

Category

Early 20th Century Rwandan Tribal Antique Markings

Materials

Copper

19th Century English Baroque Bench with Ornate Upholstery
19th Century English Baroque Bench with Ornate Upholstery

19th Century English Baroque Bench with Ornate Upholstery

Located in Dallas, TX

. Fabric bottom with nailheads. Versatile seat can work in two directions. No obvious markings on the

Category

Early 19th Century Antique Markings

Materials

Wood

Set of three sculptural iron chairs, in the style of André Dubreuil
Set of three sculptural iron chairs, in the style of André Dubreuil

Set of three sculptural iron chairs, in the style of André Dubreuil

By André Dubreuil

Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE

origin of these chairs remains undocumented, adding to their intrigue. The markings likely relate to the

Category

Late 19th Century French Post-Modern Antique Markings

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Chromolithograph of the Common Crane – Grus Grus, c.1890
Antique Chromolithograph of the Common Crane – Grus Grus, c.1890

Antique Chromolithograph of the Common Crane – Grus Grus, c.1890

Located in Langweer, NL

technique. The plate bears the artist’s monogram “P.M.K.” in the lower left, marking its origin within a

Category

Late 19th Century German Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

Period Italian Signed Ceramic Hand Painted Vase Cantagalli
Period Italian Signed Ceramic Hand Painted Vase Cantagalli

Period Italian Signed Ceramic Hand Painted Vase Cantagalli

By Cantagalli

Located in Roma, IT

example of antique Italian Majolica pottery circa 1880. Signature Rooster or Cockerel marking on the back

Category

Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Markings

Materials

Ceramic

Late 19th Century Rouen French Armorial Cake Stand Display Plate Faience Crest
Late 19th Century Rouen French Armorial Cake Stand Display Plate Faience Crest

Late 19th Century Rouen French Armorial Cake Stand Display Plate Faience Crest

By Rouen

Located in Hyattsville, MD

decorations and the coat of arms of Normandy. Markings on the bottom, FC 33.

Category

Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Markings

Materials

Ceramic

Louis XV Style French Bibliotheque or Cabinet by Schmit & Cie
Louis XV Style French Bibliotheque or Cabinet by Schmit & Cie

Louis XV Style French Bibliotheque or Cabinet by Schmit & Cie

By Frédéric Schmit

Located in Winter Park, FL

1890-1910 Dimensions: 90"H x 68"W x 18"D Markings: Lockplate engraved: SCHMIT 2 R. DE CHARON. PARIS

Category

Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Markings

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Bronze Tiffany Style Table / Wall Lamp With Steuben Shade
Vintage Bronze Tiffany Style Table / Wall Lamp With Steuben Shade

Vintage Bronze Tiffany Style Table / Wall Lamp With Steuben Shade

Located in Doraville, GA

A heavy solid bronze high quality table lamp or wall lamp. No markings on the lamp, but probably

Category

1910s American Edwardian Antique Markings

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Carved Soapstone Desk Seal
Chinese Carved Soapstone Desk Seal

Chinese Carved Soapstone Desk Seal

$575

H 2.5 in W 2.25 in D 1.75 in

Chinese Carved Soapstone Desk Seal

Located in Bradenton, FL

dynasty. Color is a dark brownish-purple. Seal markings on on bottom.

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Markings

Materials

Soapstone

6 Vols British Birds and Their Nests, Butler, Avian Reference Book, Victorian
6 Vols British Birds and Their Nests, Butler, Avian Reference Book, Victorian

6 Vols British Birds and Their Nests, Butler, Avian Reference Book, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

with delightful light markings consistent with careful use. Complete six volume set, offering an

Category

Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

Pair classical Sevres style lidded vases, circa 1880.
Pair classical Sevres style lidded vases, circa 1880.

Pair classical Sevres style lidded vases, circa 1880.

$22,159

H 28.35 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

Pair classical Sevres style lidded vases, circa 1880.

By Cristalleries De Sevres

Located in Brighton, Sussex

Sevres style marking to bases. Batch 82 60720. YYKZN

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Markings

Materials

Porcelain

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An assortment of antique markings is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique markings — often made from ceramic, metal and earthenware — can elevate any home. Antique markings have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Antique markings are generally popular furniture pieces, but Regency, Art Nouveau and Louis XV styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made antique markings over the years, but those made by Burroughes & Watts, Gillows of Lancaster & London and Louis Vuitton are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Markings?

Antique markings can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,950, while the lowest priced sells for $39 and the highest can go for as much as $14,001.