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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
$290 / set
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...
$26,800
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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Questions About China With Violets
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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 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 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.
- Why is porcelain called china?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024The explanation for why porcelain is called china comes down to the origins of the material. Chinese artisans were responsible for first developing porcelain and introduced it to Europe in the 17th century. As a result, many people refer to pieces produced out of the material as "china." Find a wide range of porcelain tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Refurbishing a china cabinet comes down to restoring the wood it was made out of. Take off the hardware, sand and stain the wood and then reassemble. Voila! Just like new. Or, save the hassle and shop a variety of vintage and antique china cabinets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify Haviland china, consult a licensed appraiser with expertise in evaluating Limoges porcelain. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to authenticate Haviland china and determine patterns on your own due to a limited number of authoritative online resources. Also, many convincing replicas of the porcelain ware exist. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted Limoges china.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024To identify Dresden porcelain, search for a maker's mark. Early pieces will typically feature a T positioned over a fish. Those produced after 1902 will usually showcase intertwined S and P initials placed above the word "Dresden." If you need help with the identification process, consult a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Dresden porcelain.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024To tell if your china is valuable, first identify the maker using the markings typically found on the bottoms of pieces. You can take a photograph and perform a reverse image search or type a description of the mark into a search engine. Then, use trusted online resources to determine who the maker is and see how much pieces that are similar to yours have sold for in the past. Since the condition can also impact valuation, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer who can inspect your piece and give you an estimate of how much it is worth. Shop a large selection of china on 1stDibs.
- Is Noritake china collectible?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Noritake china is highly collectible. The great array of designs and patterns they have released make them ideal for collectors who enjoy searching for certain pieces. Noritake china’s history goes back to Japan in 1876, and pieces from different time periods offer a variety of rarity levels. On 1stDibs, find an array of authentic Noritake china pieces.
- Is Foley china valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Yes, some Foley china is valuable. Many collectors prize Foley ware for its fine craftsmanship and elegant details. However, how much specific pieces are worth depends on their age, style, rarity and condition, as well as the current demand for similar pieces. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can give you an estimate of your china's value. Find a selection of Foley china on 1stDibs.