Antique Meissen Plates
19th Century German Antique Meissen Plates
Porcelain
Early 20th Century German Antique Meissen Plates
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Early 1900s German Japonisme Antique Meissen Plates
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Late 19th Century German Rococo Revival Antique Meissen Plates
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Early 20th Century German Antique Meissen Plates
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Early 20th Century German Antique Meissen Plates
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Early 20th Century German Antique Meissen Plates
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19th Century German Antique Meissen Plates
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19th Century German Antique Meissen Plates
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1770s German Empire Antique Meissen Plates
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1890s German Romantic Antique Meissen Plates
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Early 1900s German Romantic Antique Meissen Plates
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1890s German Romantic Antique Meissen Plates
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Late 19th Century German Chinese Export Antique Meissen Plates
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Late 19th Century German Baroque Antique Meissen Plates
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Late 19th Century German Victorian Antique Meissen Plates
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1880s German Victorian Antique Meissen Plates
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1860s German Neoclassical Antique Meissen Plates
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19th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Meissen Plates
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Enamel
1760s German Rococo Antique Meissen Plates
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Early 19th Century German Antique Meissen Plates
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18th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Plates
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Early 19th Century German Antique Meissen Plates
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Early 1900s German Antique Meissen Plates
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Early 20th Century German Antique Meissen Plates
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Late 18th Century European Louis XV Antique Meissen Plates
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1870s German Antique Meissen Plates
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19th Century Antique Meissen Plates
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Late 19th Century German International Style Antique Meissen Plates
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Early 20th Century German Antique Meissen Plates
Porcelain
Early 20th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Plates
Porcelain
Early 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Meissen Plates
Porcelain
18th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Plates
Porcelain
19th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Plates
Porcelain
1870s German Victorian Antique Meissen Plates
Porcelain
Late 18th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Plates
Porcelain
Early 19th Century German Louis XV Antique Meissen Plates
Porcelain
1850s German Rococo Antique Meissen Plates
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Meissen Plates
Porcelain
19th Century German Antique Meissen Plates
Porcelain
18th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Plates
Porcelain
Late 19th Century German Victorian Antique Meissen Plates
Porcelain
Mid-19th Century German Victorian Antique Meissen Plates
Porcelain
19th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Plates
Gold Plate
Early 20th Century European Antique Meissen Plates
Porcelain
Early 19th Century Antique Meissen Plates
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Antique Meissen Plates
Porcelain
Late 19th Century Czech Chinoiserie Antique Meissen Plates
Porcelain
Early 20th Century German Antique Meissen Plates
Porcelain
Early 20th Century German Antique Meissen Plates
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Early 20th Century German Antique Meissen Plates
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1920s German Antique Meissen Plates
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Early 20th Century German Antique Meissen Plates
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Early 20th Century German Antique Meissen Plates
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Finding the Right Porcelain for You
Today you’re likely to bring out your antique and vintage porcelain in order to dress up your dining table for a special meal.
Porcelain, a durable and nonporous kind of pottery made from clay and stone, was first made in China and spread across the world owing to the trade routes to the Far East established by Dutch and Portuguese merchants. Given its origin, English speakers called porcelain “fine china,” an expression you still might hear today. "Fine" indeed — for over a thousand years, it has been a highly sought-after material.
Meissen Porcelain, one of the first factories to create real porcelain outside Asia, popularized figurine centerpieces during the 18th century in Germany, while works by Capodimonte, a porcelain factory in Italy, are synonymous with flowers and notoriously hard to come by. Modern porcelain houses such as Maison Fragile of Limoges, France — long a hub of private porcelain manufacturing — keep the city’s long tradition alive while collaborating with venturesome contemporary artists such as illustrator Jean-Michel Tixier.
Porcelain is not totally clumsy-guest-proof, but it is surprisingly durable and easy to clean. Its low permeability and hardness have rendered porcelain wares a staple in kitchens and dining rooms as well as a common material for bathroom sinks and dental veneers. While it is tempting to store your porcelain behind closed glass cabinet doors and reserve it only for display, your porcelain dinner plates and serving platters can safely weather the “dangers” of the dining room and be used during meals.
Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is stronger than ceramic because it is denser.
On 1stDibs, browse an expansive collection of antique and vintage porcelain made in a variety of styles, including Regency, Scandinavian modern and other examples produced during the mid-century era, plus Rococo, which found its inspiration in nature and saw potters crafting animal figurines and integrating organic motifs such as floral patterns in their work.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To spot a fake Meissen, first, check the maker’s mark, generally found on the bottom of the porcelain. Meissen used a simple mark, so if you spot one that appears too embellished, it may be a fake. Shop a collection of properly vetted Meissen porcelain from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is an antique silver plate?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is antique silver plating?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024Yes, some antique silver plate is worth something. However, any value that a piece has usually comes from its rarity rather than from the cost of its materials, because silver plate contains very little pure silver. There is generally a demand for certain older pieces by Christoffle, Elkington & Co., Mapp & Webb and other well-known manufacturers. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate the condition of your piece and give you an idea of how much it is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver plate tableware, serveware and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, some silver-plated antique silverware may be worth something. Antique pieces are 100 years old or older, and because of their age, pieces in good condition may be sought after by collectors due to their rarity. The maker, style and type will also impact the potential resale value. In terms of value as scrap metal, antique silver-plated silverware usually isn't worth much because silver plate is made only from a small amount of pure silver. To get an estimated value for your silverware, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a wide range of antique silverware on 1stDibs.
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