How can I tell if pottery is antique?

To tell if pottery is antique, first look for any identifying marks. Usually, you will notice them on the bottom of the piece. If you locate one, you can use an authoritative resource to determine the maker. Then, you can research the pattern and shape to determine an approximate date. Pottery made over 100 years ago is generally considered an antique. Find a range of expertly vetted antique pottery on 1stDibs.

How can I tell if my Japanese pottery is antique?

To tell if your Japanese pottery is antique, look for markings, which usually appear on the bottoms of pieces. If you see the word "Nippon," your piece was likely produced between 1891 and 1921, making it an antique. Pieces marked with the words "made in occupied Japan" originated between 1945 and 1952 and are vintage, based on their age. A "made in Japan" marking may indicate a vintage or contemporary piece. If you don't see any of these markings, consult trusted online resources to get a rough idea of when your pottery was produced. Any piece that dates back 100 years or more is antique. Should you encounter difficulty with the dating process, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Japanese pottery.

How can you tell an antique Italian pottery?

To tell an antique Italian pottery apart from other pieces, do some research using trusted online resources. First, identify the maker by looking for marks on the bottom or interior. Once you know who produced your pottery, you can then explore the styles and types of pieces they produced over the years and use this information to estimate your piece's age. For pottery to be antique, it must be at least 100 years old. If you'd like assistance with the dating process, talk to a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of antique Italian pottery on 1stDibs.

Antique Pottery Tile

Set of 9 Antique Delft Tiles depicting Biblical Scenes

$2,257

Set of 9 Antique Delft Tiles depicting Biblical Scenes

By Delft

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Tiles and pottery made from Delft are applied with a tin and magnesium glaze that gives them their distinctive purple-blue colour.

Category

Mid-18th Century English Georgian Antique Pottery Tile

Materials

Clay

Danish Mid Century Modern Pottery Table Lamp By Herman A Kähler For Le Klint

$895

Danish Mid Century Modern Pottery Table Lamp By Herman A Kähler For Le Klint

By HAK

Located in Søborg, DK

The workshop had been founded in 1839 as a tile kiln and pottery workshop by Herman A. Kähler's father, Joachim Christian Herman Kähler (1808-1884).

Category

1660s Danish Mid-Century Modern Antique Pottery Tile

Materials

Pottery

19th Century Ravesteijn Blue & White Delft Tile of a Bull

$1,785

19th Century Ravesteijn Blue & White Delft Tile of a Bull

By Delft

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Tiles and pottery made from Delft are applied with a tin and magnesium glaze that gives them their distinctive purple-blue colour.

Category

Mid-19th Century English Georgian Antique Pottery Tile

Materials

Clay

Set of 16 Antique Delft Floor Tiles Depicting Biblical Scenes

$3,025

Set of 16 Antique Delft Floor Tiles Depicting Biblical Scenes

By Delft

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Tiles and pottery made from Delft are applied with a tin and magnesium glaze that gives them their distinctive purple-blue colour.

Category

Mid-18th Century English Georgian Antique Pottery Tile

Materials

Clay

Royal Tichelaar Makkum Antique Delft Dutch Faience Hand-Painted Tiles

$495

Royal Tichelaar Makkum Antique Delft Dutch Faience Hand-Painted Tiles

By Royal Tichelaar Makkum

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Hand-made by the Royal Tickelaar of Makkum, the oldest pottery and tile company in the Netherlands. Dutch Delft faience Hand-painted and hand molded polychrome tiles.

Category

19th Century Dutch Folk Art Antique Pottery Tile

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Ravesteijn Blue Delft Tile of Figure in Turkish Dress

$1,785

Antique Ravesteijn Blue Delft Tile of Figure in Turkish Dress

By Delft

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Tiles and pottery made from Delft are applied with a tin and magnesium glaze that gives them their distinctive purple-blue colour.

Category

Late 19th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Pottery Tile

Materials

Clay

Antique Framed Delft Tile Panel Depicting a Bird in Cage

$3,335

Antique Framed Delft Tile Panel Depicting a Bird in Cage

By Delft

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Tiles and pottery made from Delft are applied with a tin and magnesium glaze that gives them their distinctive purple-blue colour.

Category

Early 19th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Pottery Tile

Materials

Clay

Antique English Cast Iron & Minton Tile Wall Fireplace Overmantle Mirror 1890

$1,295

Antique English Cast Iron & Minton Tile Wall Fireplace Overmantle Mirror 1890

Located in Portland, OR

The base having an organic form of decoration with a shallow shelf and inlaid with three floral tiles, by Minton Pottery. This is a substantial mirror and weight is approximately 70 ...

Category

19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Pottery Tile

Materials

Iron

Monterey Furniture "Old Wood" Finish F2568 Sideboard with 16 California Tile Top

$25,000

Monterey Furniture "Old Wood" Finish F2568 Sideboard with 16 California Tile Top

By Monterey Furniture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Monterey Furniture "Old Wood" Finish F2568 Sideboard with 16 Original California Tiles sold by J.B. VanSciver. Item features original hand hammered cast iron hardware, solid ...

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Antique Pottery Tile

Materials

Wood

19th Century South Asian Multan Earthenware Vase with Glazed Turquoise Ornament

$1,071

19th Century South Asian Multan Earthenware Vase with Glazed Turquoise Ornament

Located in Nottingham, GB

Produced in the historic city of Multan, renowned for its richly coloured architectural tiles and decorative pottery, the vase reflects a long-standing artistic heritage shaped by Pe...

Category

19th Century Antique Pottery Tile

Materials

Pottery

18th Century Ship Decorated Liverpool Pearlware Plates

$650 / set

18th Century Ship Decorated Liverpool Pearlware Plates

Located in Downingtown, PA

Historical Context: Liverpool was the pioneer of transfer printing on English pottery. John Sadler and Guy Green began printing tiles and pottery there in 1756, and by the close of t...

Category

Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Pottery Tile

Materials

Creamware, Pottery

19th Century Large Dutch Delft Shield Plaque

$3,429

19th Century Large Dutch Delft Shield Plaque

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Tiles and pottery made from Delft are applied with a tin and magnesium glaze that gives them their distinctive purple-blue colour.

Category

19th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Pottery Tile

Materials

Clay

Pair of Large Antique Delft Jardinière Planters

$3,874

Pair of Large Antique Delft Jardinière Planters

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Tiles and pottery made from Delft are applied with a tin and magnesium glaze that gives them their distinctive purple-blue colour.

Category

Mid-19th Century Dutch Antique Pottery Tile

Materials

Clay, Wood, Oak

Two Antique W Meeds & Son Terracotta Planters

$2,526

Two Antique W Meeds & Son Terracotta Planters

By Meed Co.

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Meeds & Son Ltd were brick, tile and pottery makers from 1890 - 1921. They were based on Station Road, Burgess Hill, Sussex.

Category

Late 19th Century Antique Pottery Tile

Materials

Terracotta

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Antique Pottery Tile For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique pottery tile available at 1stDibs. An antique pottery tile — often made from ceramic, pottery and earthenware — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique pottery tile — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique pottery tile made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Neoclassical — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one antique pottery tile that is appealing in its simplicity, but Burmantofts Pottery produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Pottery Tile?

Prices for an antique pottery tile start at $251 and top out at $6,895 with the average selling for $872.

Questions About Antique Pottery Tile

How can I tell if pottery is antique?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To tell if pottery is antique, first look for any identifying marks. Usually, you will notice them on the bottom of the piece. If you locate one, you can use an authoritative resource to determine the maker. Then, you can research the pattern and shape to determine an approximate date. Pottery made over 100 years ago is generally considered an antique. Find a range of expertly vetted antique pottery on 1stDibs.
How can I tell if my Japanese pottery is antique?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
To tell if your Japanese pottery is antique, look for markings, which usually appear on the bottoms of pieces. If you see the word "Nippon," your piece was likely produced between 1891 and 1921, making it an antique. Pieces marked with the words "made in occupied Japan" originated between 1945 and 1952 and are vintage, based on their age. A "made in Japan" marking may indicate a vintage or contemporary piece. If you don't see any of these markings, consult trusted online resources to get a rough idea of when your pottery was produced. Any piece that dates back 100 years or more is antique. Should you encounter difficulty with the dating process, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Japanese pottery.
How can you tell an antique Italian pottery?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
To tell an antique Italian pottery apart from other pieces, do some research using trusted online resources. First, identify the maker by looking for marks on the bottom or interior. Once you know who produced your pottery, you can then explore the styles and types of pieces they produced over the years and use this information to estimate your piece's age. For pottery to be antique, it must be at least 100 years old. If you'd like assistance with the dating process, talk to a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of antique Italian pottery on 1stDibs.