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Pair Augarten Vienna Purple Midcentury Fine Porcelaine Ashtrays, Austria, 1950s
By Augarten Porzellanmanufaktur
Located in Vienna, AT
A pair of charming petite triangular modernists ashtray from the 1950s. Made of china with violet
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Porcelain
H 0.5 in W 3 in D 2.5 in
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Chinese Art Deco rug with a violet central field surrounded by a wide brown
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Chinese Art Deco rug with a violet field surrounded by a wide gray border
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful early 20th century Chinese Art Deco rug with a violet field and a border with another
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Oval Chinese Rug in Turquoise with Coral and Violet Flower Blossoms
Located in Evanston, IL
Antique Chinese oval rug was woven during a time when the more traditional designs began to fade
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Green Glass Bead, Cloisonne and Brass Chain Necklace
Located in Long Beach, CA
and violet cloisonné beads and molded green glass beads with Chinese characters. It measures 19" in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Brass
Bronze and Black with Violet Silk Embroidery Cushion
By Simeona Leona
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Huang Ping County Miao, China. Silk on cotton embroidery ribbons from Miao skirts with hand loomed
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Pillows and Throws
Materials
Silk, Cotton, Linen
Chinese Art Deco Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous early 20th century Chinese Art Deco rug with pale violet field with scrolling vines
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Unusual Chinese Art Deco Carpet in pink and purple tones with blue accents
Located in Toronto, CA
Spectacular Chinese Art Deco carpet with unusual violet ground and mulberry border, the outer edges
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Lilly Fitzgerald Opera Length Natural Chinese Freshwater Pearl 22k Necklace
By Lilly Fitzgerald
Located in Dallas, TX
showcasing a 40 inch long strand of natural, exceptional-quality Chinese Freshwater pearls with primary blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pearl, 22k Gold, Yellow...
W 0.55 in D 0.55 in L 40 in
Chinese Art Deco Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A quiet and chic Chinese Art Deco rug with a violet field surrounded by a wide grey border and a
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A bold and brilliant early 20th century Chinese Art Deco rug with a violet central field overlaid
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
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- Who is Violet Parkhurst?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Born in 1921, Violet Parkhurst is an American painter, known for her photo-like depictions of seascapes ranging from romantic moonlit scenes to shimmering summer days. You can shop a selection of Violet Parkhurst’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- Can sapphires be violet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, sapphires can be violet or purple in color. The gemstones occur naturally in a wide range of colors including pink, white, red, yellow, green, black and orange. However, blue sapphires are the most well known. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted sapphire gemstone jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024China pottery is called china because it originated in the country of China. The earliest examples of the pottery commonly called china date back to the Eastern Han Dynasty, which ruled the area now known as China from 25–220 A.D. It was the British who coined the term “china” when traders were first introduced to the unique porcelain produced by Chinese artisans. Shop a large selection of china on 1stDibs.
- Is Limoges china bone china?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, Limoges china is very similar to bone china, but it was not until the late 1700s that the ingredient kaolin, which is integral to bone china, was discovered near Limoges. Therefore, Limoges china made before this point is not truly bone china. Shop an array of authentic Limoges china on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024A few things account for the difference between bone china and fine china. True bone china contains animal-derived bone ash, while fine china does not. The addition of the bone ash gives bone china a lighter, more delicate feel and a translucent appearance. Fine china, by comparison, is weightier and more opaque. Also, fine china tends to be more economically priced than bone. Explore a variety of china on 1stDibs.
- What is a set of china?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A set of china refers to a set of tableware. 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. A set of china is likely to include dinner plates, bread plates, cups and other items. Find antique and vintage china on 1stDibs.
- What is Bavarian china?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Bavarian china is a type of fine pottery produced at a certain time and place. Specifically, the term describes pieces that originated in the 18th and 19th centuries in Bavaria, now part of southern Germany. Some well-known makers of Bavarian china include J&C Trianon Bavaria, Z.S. & Co., Heinrich & Co. and Old Nuremberg. Explore a range of Bavarian china on 1stDibs.
- What is Mason china?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Mason china is a type of pottery developed by C.J. Mason & Company in 1813. People also call this type of pottery mason ware, and its official name, when sold by C.J. Mason, was Mason’s Patent Ironstone China. When it debuted, mason ware became popular because it resembled Chinese porcelain but was more economically priced. Shop a range of mason ware from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is Kutani china?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Kutani china is a type of porcelain made in the Kutani region of Japan. Initially produced in the 1600s, Kutani was revived in the 1800s and is still in production today. Kutani china is characterized by pictorial designs, bold motifs and rich colors. Find a variety of Kutani china on 1stDibs.
- What is Gien china?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Gien china refers to pottery produced by the company Faïencerie de Gien. Thomas Edme Hulm founded the company in Gien, France, in 1821. It produces colorful tin-glazed pieces known as faience. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Gien china.
- Is there a Hermès in China?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, there are several Hermès boutiques in China. Hermés opened its first Chinese boutique in 1997 in Beijing and has since opened an additional 27 locations in China. Hermés is a highly coveted brand across the globe, and should only be purchased through vetted retailers. Shop a wide selection of expertly vetted Hermès items on 1stDibs.
- What is a china cup?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Bone china cups are made from a type of porcelain consisting of bone ash, kaolin and feldspathic material, and it contains a minimum of 30% phosphate from animal bone.
- What is Cauldon china?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Cauldon china is bone china dinnerware and serveware produced by the company Cauldon, Ltd. The company opened in Shelton Stoke in Trent, England, in 1904 and operated there until 1920. After a decade-long cessation of operations, the company reopened in 1930 and produced pieces under the Royal Cauldon brand name until 1962. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Royal Cauldon china.
- What does Nippon mean on China?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Nippon was marked on china exported to the United States from Japan between 1891 and 1921. During this time, the country of origin had to be marked on all manufactured goods, and “Nippon” is the Japanese word for Japan. Browse a selection of authentic Nippon china from reputable sellers on 1stDibs.
- Why is KAWS so popular in China?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024KAWS is so popular in China because his artwork appeals to a young demographic that is interested in the bold yet playful style of his figurines, toys, sculptures, prints and other works. The unique street art style of KAWS’s works has broad appeal beyond China as well. His pieces that appropriate elements of pop culture, such as SpongeBob Squarepants and The Simpsons, are especially famous. Shop a wide variety of KAWS art on 1stDibs.
- What is a china cabinet called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A china cabinet is a piece of furniture with a glass front, used to display porcelain or sterling silver dinnerware. It is also known as a china cabinet, breakfront or hutch. Shop a range of antique and vintage cabinets on 1stDibs.
- Who made Shelley china?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Foley Potteries made Shelley china. Percy Shelley began working for the company in 1881 and went on to trademark the name Shelley china in 1910. He renamed the company the Shelley Potteries around the same time. Find a range of Shelley china on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To identify Bavarian china, flip the piece over and study its markings. Many pieces from the region bear the names of their places of origin, so seeing cities like Arzberg, Bayreuth, Schwarzenbach, Selb or Tettau on a piece is a good indication that they originated from Bavaria. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be of assistance as well. Find a range of Bavarian china on 1stDibs.
- How do I identify Limoges china?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few ways to identify Limoges china. There are certain marks that should be present on the bottom of the pieces as well as the keepsake boxes. Look for an official mark from the French government, a studio or manufacturer’s mark and the artist’s name. It’s important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity. While Limoges has at times inspired knockoffs, 1stDibs partners with only top-vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee.
- Is Cauldon china valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024Yes, some Cauldon china is valuable. How much a particular piece fetches depends on its age, type, style and condition. Some of the maker's popular patterns include the Bittersweet, the Bristol and the Flower Series. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can inspect your piece and give you an estimate of its value. Shop a collection of Cauldon china on 1stDibs.