What is the difference between semi-porcelain and porcelain?

The difference between semi-porcelain and porcelain is the temperature at which it is produced and its appearance. Both types of pottery usually come from kaolin clay, but porcelain gets fired at higher temperatures than semi-porcelain. Consequently, porcelain has a translucent appearance, while semi-porcelain is opaque. In addition, semi-porcelain is usually more water-absorbent than porcelain. Explore a wide range of porcelain and semi-porcelain pieces on 1stDibs.

What is Lladró porcelain?

Lladró is known for its porcelain figurines and sculptures. Lladró high porcelain creations express beauty and technical perfection and are meticulously made. The designs pay high attention to detail, which results in life-like figurines and bold sculptures that represent a wide range of ideas and motifs. Find a selection of Lladró porcelain on 1stDibs.

What is in porcelain clay?

Most porcelain contains a mixture of silica, clays, feldspar and kaolin. In the case of bone china, bone ash is also included. Porcelain is a ceramic and is made like all others by mixing clay with additives, shaping it and then firing it in a kiln. Where porcelain differs is the ingredient mixture, often containing kaolin and the fact that it’s fired at a hotter temperature. Shop a range of antique and vintage porcelain on 1stDibs.

What is Japanese porcelain?

The creation of Japanese porcelain began in the late 1500s. Although the styles and variations of Japanese porcelain range, many consider Kyushu to be the center of Japanese porcelain production. You’ll find a variety of antique and modern Japanese porcelain pieces on 1stDibs.

What is a porcelain plate?

A porcelain plate is a dish made out of a material called porcelain. A type of ceramic, porcelain is made out of highly refined clay that gets fired at high temperatures. Porcelain plates have an appealing translucent appearance and are harder and less porous than other types of ceramic dinnerware. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of porcelain plates.

When was porcelain invented?

Porcelain was invented during the Tang Dynasty in China, which began in 618 A.D. and ended in 907. Pieces produced during this period tended to be very simple and might not be easily recognizable as porcelain to modern-day collectors. The form of porcelain that most people envision today emerged during the Yuan Dynasty, which occurred between 1279 and 1368 A.D. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of porcelain.

What is a porcelain socket?

A porcelain socket is a socket made of porcelain. It can endure higher temperatures when compared to other materials. If the light is outside or hangs with a bulb facing down, a porcelain socket is the best recommended. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage porcelain socket lamps.

What is a porcelain sign?

Porcelain signs are thin metal sheets bonded with durable glass coating at a high temperature. It is further coated with enamel for protection. Because of its multi-layer coating, these signs are thicker than painted metal signs. Visit 1stDibs for a collection of porcelain signs.

What is a porcelain vase?

A porcelain vase is a vessel made out of vitrified pottery. Porcelain is a semi-translucent white color and has a smooth, sleek texture. Traditionally, people use porcelain vases to hold fresh, dried and silk flower arrangements, but you can also display them empty as decorative accents. Find a range of antique and vintage porcelain vases on 1stDibs.

What is Bavarian porcelain?

Bavarian porcelain is characterized by its delicate translucent porcelain and finely decorated designs. The colorful designs often depicted hand-painted floral scenes and figurines. Shop a collection of Bavarian porcelain from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is porcelain made of?

Porcelain is made up of kaolin, feldspar, quartz, and clay. It is created using a two-ore firing process.

What is feldspar porcelain?

Feldspar porcelain is a type of ceramic made from a blend of kaolin clay and the mineral feldspar. The mix of ores gives the porcelain a translucent gray-blue appearance. Rorstrand is known for producing feldspar porcelain décor. On 1stDibs, shop a range of feldspar porcelain decorative objects.

Where was porcelain made?

Porcelain was first made in China. Artisans began producing early forms during the Tang Dynasty, which lasted from 618 to 907 A.D. During the Yuan Dynasty from 1279 to 1368, crafting techniques advanced to produce the strong, translucent pottery that we call porcelain today. Shop a wide variety of porcelain objects on 1stDibs.

What is Hirado porcelain?

Hirado porcelain or Hirado ware is made in Japan. Most often it’s made in Makawachi so you will hear it referred to as Mikawachi ware at times. A sometsuke underglaze of cobalt and white is most popular as it highlights the fine grain of the porcelain and the complicated details and elaborate openwork. Shop a collection of Hirado ware from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is vitro porcelain?

Vitro-porcelain is a variety of glass. It gets its name from its pressed construction, which gives it the look of porcelain or pottery. John George Sowerby invented the material in 1877. On 1stDibs, shop a range of porcelain decorative objects.

What was porcelain used for?

Porcelain was once used for many of the same purposes as it is today. Ancient Chinese artisans invented the material and created statues, trinkets, cups, plates, teapots and other dinnerware and serveware, just as contemporary manufacturers do. Today, porcelain is also a key material in the manufacturing of electrical insulation, plumbing fixtures, tiling, dental bridges and crowns and many other items. Find a large selection of porcelain wares on 1stDibs.

Do emeralds need to be oiled?

Yes, natural emeralds need to be oiled. Natural emeralds will have cracks and fissures before treatment, and oils will help give the emerald a high sheen and attractive finish. Browse a wide selection of emerald jewelry pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How do I identify an oil painting?

To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.

Who is the father of oil painting?

Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.

What is a whale oil lamp?

A whale oil lamp is a lamp that uses whale oil for fuel. Whale oil lamps were largely made from the 16th to the 19th centuries. Antique whale oil lamps are collectibles today and an older specimen will be a striking addition to your mantel or display cabinet. Find a collection of antique and vintage whale oil lamps on 1stDibs today.

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Countryside Scene, Oil on Porcelain

$1,521

Countryside Scene, Oil on Porcelain

Located in Madrid, ES

Country scene. Oil on porcelain. A country scene has been painted in oil on a porcelain plate, enhanced with a frame decorated with elements of classicist influence common in 19th...

Category

20th Century European Neoclassical Revival Decorative Art

Materials

Other

Pair of 19 century oil on porcelain portraits

$875

Pair of 19 century oil on porcelain portraits

Located in San Francisco, CA

Pair of fabulous 19 century oil on porcelain portraits. These finally detailed paintings are most likely, a husband and wife.

Category

19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Hunting Scene, Oil on Porcelain, After KPM Models

$1,634

Hunting Scene, Oil on Porcelain, After KPM Models

Located in Madrid, ES

Hunting scene. Oil on porcelain. following KPM models. Oil-painted porcelain plate showing a hunting scene with horsemen and dogs, enhanced by an elaborate frame decorated with el...

Category

20th Century European Neoclassical Revival Decorative Art

Materials

Other

Luis Taberner Oil On Porcelain Menu Plaque Realist Spain 1896

$1,404

Luis Taberner Oil On Porcelain Menu Plaque Realist Spain 1896

By Luis Taberner y Montalvo

Located in Benalmadena, ES

A wonderful work by the great master Luis Taberner y Montalvo (1844–1900). This oil on porcelain is one of the Madrid artist's last works, painted just four years before his death.

Category

Antique 1890s Spanish Victorian Paintings

Materials

Porcelain

Consecration of Herma, Oil on Porcelain, After Feodor A. Bronnikov

$1,756

Consecration of Herma, Oil on Porcelain, After Feodor A. Bronnikov

Located in Madrid, ES

The consecration of Herma. Oil on porcelain. Following models of Feodor A.

Category

20th Century European Neoclassical Revival Decorative Art

Materials

Other

Napoleon Crossing the Alps, Oil on Porcelain, 20th Century, After David

$1,756

Napoleon Crossing the Alps, Oil on Porcelain, 20th Century, After David

By Jacques-Louis David

Located in Madrid, ES

Napoleon crossing the Alps. Oil on porcelain. 20th century, following the models of Jacques-Louis David (1801-1805).

Category

20th Century European Neoclassical Revival Decorative Art

Materials

Other

Porcelain Picture Plate Painting After Salomon Koninck "The Hermit"

$1,463

Porcelain Picture Plate Painting After Salomon Koninck "The Hermit"

Located in Berlin, DE

Porcelain picture plate painting after Salomon Koninck "The Hermit" Oil on porcelain.

Category

20th Century Dutch Paintings

Materials

Porcelain

Josef ZascheThree Religious Men with Fish

$2,400

Three Religious Men with Fish

Located in Fort Washington, PA

Medium: Oil on Porcelain Dimensions: 20.00" x 16.00" Signature: Signed Lower Left

Category

20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Porcelain, Oil

Kpm Painting on Porcelain Vestal Virgin with Oil Lamp Goddess of the Hearth

$2,400

Kpm Painting on Porcelain Vestal Virgin with Oil Lamp Goddess of the Hearth

By KPM Porcelain

Located in Toledo, OH

Hand painted on porcelain of a vestal virgin with oil lamp the goddess of the hearth.

Category

20th Century European Other Paintings

Materials

Porcelain

Karen DaigleWild Roses in Porcelain, Painting, Oil on Wood Panel, 2023

$376

Wild Roses in Porcelain, Painting, Oil on Wood Panel

By Karen Daigle

Located in Yardley, PA

Painted alla prima or wet in wet and finished in one setting. I believe in only using quality materials and varnish all my paintings for protection. This is painted on a 3/4â€

Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil On Canvas "Still life with porcelain and fruit ", ca 1890

$2,282

Oil On Canvas "Still life with porcelain and fruit "

Located in Gavere, BE

Additional information: Title: Still life with white porcelain and fruit Medium: oil on canvas Signature: not signed Provenance: private collection Brussels Canvas dimensions: 73 cm...

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1890s Still-life Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Yuemin ZhangYuemin Zhang Still Life Original Oil On Canvas "Porcelain and Fruits", 2007

$1,200

Yuemin Zhang Still Life Original Oil On Canvas "Porcelain and Fruits"

Located in New York, NY

Title: Porcelain and Fruits Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 23 x 31 inches Frame: Framing options available!

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Marc GonzPorcelain Cake II: Abstract Oil Wall Sculpture on Wood, 2010s, 2024

$2,692

Porcelain Cake II: Abstract Oil Wall Sculpture on Wood, 2010s

By Marc Gonz

Located in BARCELONA, ES

MARC GONZ THE HIDDEN GAZE When confronted with the universe of Marc Gonz, we discover creations that seem to be the result of a working session of a hyperactive action painter ...

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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood

Louise CoupéOil On Canvas Still Life With Flowers And Japanese Satsuma Porcelain, ca 1930

$5,560

Oil On Canvas Still Life With Flowers And Japanese Satsuma Porcelain

Located in Gavere, BE

"Oil On Canvas Still Life With Flowers And Japanese Satsuma Porcelain" Painting very rich in colors with beautiful dimensions The whole sold with a sublime frame in perfect condition...

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1920s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19th Century French Hand-Painted Porcelain Oil Lamp on a Bronze Base

$1,006

19th Century French Hand-Painted Porcelain Oil Lamp on a Bronze Base

Located in Sofia, BG

French hand-painted porcelain oil lamp standing on a bronze base, France, circa 1870.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Eric Alfaro"Porcelain and Flowers" French Vase with Colorful Flowers Oil Painting on Linen, 2024

$15,000

"Porcelain and Flowers" French Vase with Colorful Flowers Oil Painting on Linen

By Eric Alfaro

Located in New York, NY

An impressionistic depiction of a Saint-Cloud factory porcelain vase ca. 1695–1710 with a burst of flowers exploding with color and bold marks. Alfaro bridges the Baroque cultural mo...

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2010s Abstract Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Rulin XianRulin Xian Still Life Original Oil On Canvas "Blue Glaze Porcelain Seriees IV", 2000 Circa

$500

Rulin Xian Still Life Original Oil On Canvas "Blue Glaze Porcelain Seriees IV"

By Rulin Xian

Located in New York, NY

Title: Blue Glaze Porcelain Seriees III Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 12 x 12 inches Frame: Framing options available!

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rulin XianRulin Xian Still Life Original Oil On Canvas "Blue Glaze Porcelain Seriees II", 2000 Circa

$500

Rulin Xian Still Life Original Oil On Canvas "Blue Glaze Porcelain Seriees II"

By Rulin Xian

Located in New York, NY

Title: Blue Glaze Porcelain Seriees II Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 12 x 12 inches Frame: Framing options available!

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rulin XianRulin Xian Still Life Original Oil On Canvas "Blue Glaze Porcelain Seriees III", 2000 Circa

$500

Rulin Xian Still Life Original Oil On Canvas "Blue Glaze Porcelain Seriees III"

By Rulin Xian

Located in New York, NY

Title: Blue Glaze Porcelain Seriees III Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 12 x 12 inches Frame: Framing options available!

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rulin XianRulin Xian Still Life Original Oil On Canvas "Blue Glaze Porcelain Series I, 2000 Circa

$500

Rulin Xian Still Life Original Oil On Canvas "Blue Glaze Porcelain Series I

By Rulin Xian

Located in New York, NY

Title: Blue Glaze Porcelain Seriees I - Plum Bossoms Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 12 x 12 inches Frame: Framing options available!

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Pair of 19th Century French Painted Porcelain Table Oil Lamps on Bronze Bases

$1,600 / set

Pair of 19th Century French Painted Porcelain Table Oil Lamps on Bronze Bases

Located in Dallas, TX

These elegant antique "Lampes a Petrole" (or oil lamps) were crafted in France, circa 1870. The fixtures, converted into table lamps, sit on gilded bronze platform ending with sculpt...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Melissa F. SanchezPink Roses in a porcelain vase 20" x 24" oil on copper Floral Florence, 2023

$5,000

Pink Roses in a porcelain vase 20" x 24" oil on copper Floral Florence

Located in Houston, TX

Pink Roses in a Porcelain Vase 20" x 24" oil on copper Florence Academy Floral Still-life Pink Roses in a porcelain vase 20" x 24" oil on copper Floral Florence "Pink Roses" is...

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2010s Realist Landscape Paintings

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Copper

Enamel on Porcelain Depicting Saint Anthony with the Christ Ch

$561Sale Price|20% Off

Enamel on Porcelain Depicting Saint Anthony with the Christ Ch

Located in Sant Celoni, ES

Fine 19th Century Enamel on Porcelain Depicting Saint Anthony with the Christ Child Beautiful and finely detailed enamel painting on porcelain representing Saint Anthony of Padua wit...

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Mid-19th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Porcelain, Oil

Rulin XianRulin Xian Still Life Original Oil Painting "Porcelain"

$799

Rulin Xian Still Life Original Oil Painting "Porcelain"

By Rulin Xian

Located in New York, NY

Title: Porcelain Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 23.5 x 15.5 inches Frame: Framing options available!

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21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Angelo GranatiCHILD- Angelo Granati - Italy Figurative Oil on canvas painting, 2013

$6,346

CHILD- Angelo Granati - Italy Figurative Oil on canvas painting

By Angelo Granati

Located in Napoli, IT

Child - Angelo Granati Italia 2013 -This is his reinterpretation of a greatest old master painting Le Goûter (Just a Taste) by W.A.Bouguereau. Oil on canvas cm. 110x90. Silver leaf...

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2010s French School Portrait Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Oil Portrait on Large Antique Oval Ceramic Artists' Palette

$1,500

Oil Portrait on Large Antique Oval Ceramic Artists' Palette

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Circa 1930. We offer this fantastic oil portrait on Large Antique Oval Ceramic Artists' Palette. This piece would make the perfect studio companion and if treated with care will last...

Category

Vintage 1930s Mexican Other Paintings

Materials

Porcelain

Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)KPM Oil Painting Of An Exotic Maiden Washed Up On A Beach., 1890

$3,700

KPM Oil Painting Of An Exotic Maiden Washed Up On A Beach.

By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)

Located in Dallas, TX

Berlin (K.P.M.) Porcelain Plaque of a Woman Late 19th century. Circa 1896 A very fine and detailed oil painting on porcelain by the Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM) depicting a...

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1890s Art Nouveau Figurative Paintings

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Porcelain, Oil

Hiro Yokose#5302, 2013

$3,000

#5302

By Hiro Yokose

Located in Phoenix, AZ

oil and gold leaf on porcelain tile Neo-romantic painter Hiro Yokose fuses multiple layers of wax and oil paint to create mysterious, veiled landscapes illuminated with flashes of l...

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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Hiro Yokose#5304, 2013

$3,000

#5304

By Hiro Yokose

Located in Phoenix, AZ

oil and gold leaf on porcelain tile signed, dated, title on verso Neo-romantic painter Hiro Yokose fuses multiple layers of wax and oil paint to create mysterious, veiled landscapes...

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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Hiro Yokose#5303, 2013

$3,000

#5303

By Hiro Yokose

Located in Phoenix, AZ

oil and gold leaf on porcelain tile signed, dated, title on verso Neo-romantic painter Hiro Yokose fuses multiple layers of wax and oil paint to create mysterious, veiled landscapes...

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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

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Gold Leaf

Hiro Yokose#5297, 2013

$3,000

#5297

By Hiro Yokose

Located in Phoenix, AZ

oil and gold leaf on porcelain tile Neoromantic painter Hiro Yokose fuses multiple layers of wax and oil paint to create mysterious, veiled landscapes illuminated with flashes of li...

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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

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Gold, Gold Leaf

Hiro Yokose#5301, 2013

$3,000

#5301

By Hiro Yokose

Located in Phoenix, AZ

oil and gold leaf on porcelain tile Neoromantic painter Hiro Yokose fuses multiple layers of wax and oil paint to create mysterious, veiled landscapes illuminated with flashes of li...

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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gold, Gold Leaf

Hiro Yokose#5296, 2013

$3,000

#5296

By Hiro Yokose

Located in Phoenix, AZ

oil and gold leaf on porcelain tile Neoromantic painter Hiro Yokose fuses multiple layers of wax and oil paint to create mysterious, veiled landscapes illuminated with flashes of li...

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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gold, Gold Leaf

Hiro Yokose#5298, 2013

$3,000

#5298

By Hiro Yokose

Located in Phoenix, AZ

oil and gold leaf on porcelain tile Neoromantic painter Hiro Yokose fuses multiple layers of wax and oil paint to create mysterious, veiled landscapes illuminated with flashes of li...

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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gold, Gold Leaf

Hiro Yokose#5300, 2013

$3,000

#5300

By Hiro Yokose

Located in Phoenix, AZ

oil and gold leaf on porcelain tile Neoromantic painter Hiro Yokose fuses multiple layers of wax and oil paint to create mysterious, veiled landscapes illuminated with flashes of li...

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gold, Gold Leaf

Hiro Yokose#5299, 2013

$3,000

#5299

By Hiro Yokose

Located in Phoenix, AZ

oil and gold leaf on porcelain tile Neoromantic painter Hiro Yokose fuses multiple layers of wax and oil paint to create mysterious, veiled landscapes illuminated with flashes of li...

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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gold, Gold Leaf

Hiro Yokose#5295, 2013

$3,000

#5295

By Hiro Yokose

Located in Phoenix, AZ

oil and gold leaf on porcelain tile Neoromantic painter Hiro Yokose fuses multiple layers of wax and oil paint to create mysterious, veiled landscapes illuminated with flashes of li...

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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gold, Gold Leaf

Victorian Painting on Porcelain Set in Ebonized Gilt Frame

Unavailable|~~$472~~

Victorian Painting on Porcelain Set in Ebonized Gilt Frame

Located in Worcester, Worcestershire

Period: Victorian Medium: Oil on porcelain Size: 32.5 x 40.5 cm / 12 3/4 x 16 inches Signed: S.E.Waites bottom left Frame: Mounted in original ebonized frame wit...

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Antique 19th Century Paintings

Materials

Porcelain

Paris Porcelain Lamp, Circa 1870

Unavailable|~~$1,250~~

Paris Porcelain Lamp, Circa 1870

Located in Lake Forest, IL

French Paris Porcelain oil lamp on stand with brass base, Circa 1870

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Antique 19th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Still Life with Roses, Oil on Canvas, Einar Olsen 1876-1950

Unavailable|~~$24,000~~

Still Life with Roses, Oil on Canvas, Einar Olsen 1876-1950

By Einar Hugo Olsen

Located in New York, NY

Still life with roses in a porcelain vase. Oil on canvas, by Einar Hugo Olsen, Danish (1876-1950), initialed monogram and date lower right E. 1933 O, in a richly carved giltwood fram...

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Beth de LoiselleEngland's popular Skye Terrier, dog 1" x 2" oval miniature on fauxvelvet w/frame

Unavailable|~~$600~~

England's popular Skye Terrier, dog 1" x 2" oval miniature on fauxvelvet w/frame

By Beth de Loiselle

Located in Charleston, US

Master miniaturist, Beth de Loiselle's realistic oil 1" x 2" oval miniature painted on ivorine of England's popular dog the Skye Terrier is exquisitely detailed . The Skye Terrier,...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Porcelain

Kadir LopezShell Showgirl Plate, 2017

Unavailable|~~$200~~

Shell Showgirl Plate

By Kadir Lopez

Located in Marina del Rey, CA

Litho of Cuban showgirl on Shell Oil printed on hand painted Japanese porcelain plate by Noritake.

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2010s Mixed Media

Materials

Porcelain

Vedutte or Venetian Scene, Plaque, Oil on Porcelain

Sold|~~$1,404~~

Vedutte or Venetian Scene, Plaque, Oil on Porcelain

Located in Madrid, ES

Vedutte or Venetian scene. Oil on porcelain. Scene possibly inspired by Venice with architectures with a clear neoclassical influence, following a common composition in 19th centu...

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20th Century European Neoclassical Revival Decorative Art

Materials

Other

19th century Pair of Oil on Porcelain Portrait by Laure Lévy

Sold|~~$1,479 / set~~

19th century Pair of Oil on Porcelain Portrait by Laure Lévy

Located in LEGNY, FR

Pair of oil portraits on porcelain dating from the 19th century signed by Laure Lévy representing two young women.

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Antique 1890s French Paintings

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

Antique Naive Portrait of Budgies (Parakeet), Original Oil On Porcelain Painting

Sold|~~$114~~

Antique Naive Portrait of Budgies (Parakeet), Original Oil On Porcelain Painting

Located in Bristol, GB

ANTIQUE ORIGINAL PAINTING DEPICTING BIRDS (BUDGIE AKA BUDGERIGAR AKA COMMON PARAKEET) A charming scene depicting two colourful birds in love, snuggling up to each other perched on a...

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Antique 19th Century British Folk Art Paintings

Materials

Porcelain, Velvet, Paint, Glass

Miniature Portrait of Napoleon on Porcelain, ebonized frame, 19th Century

Sold|~~$1,112~~

Miniature Portrait of Napoleon on Porcelain, ebonized frame, 19th Century

Located in Greding, DE

Oil on porcelain in a black wooden frame. Image size: 8 x 6 cm.

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Antique 19th Century French Empire Paintings

Materials

Porcelain, Wood, Paint

19th Century Framed Miniature Oil Painting on Porcelain Portrait of Italian Poet

Sold|~~$1,295~~

19th Century Framed Miniature Oil Painting on Porcelain Portrait of Italian Poet

Located in Elkhart, IN

A stunning Italian Renaissance or Grand Tour miniature portrait of Italian Poet Dante Alighieria Italy, Late 19th Century Oil on porcelain, presented in a brass frame Measu...

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Paintings

Materials

Brass

Melissa Franklin Sanchez"Pansies" oil painting on copper, flower in porcelain bowl on countertop, 2017

Sold|~~$2,475~~

"Pansies" oil painting on copper, flower in porcelain bowl on countertop

By Melissa Franklin Sanchez

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

A still life of pansies in a white bowl on the artist's kitchen counter. Framed in a custom Italian black frame w gold leaf lip.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Copper

Natasha ZupanTactile memory #111 One of a kind, Porcelain and Oil on Canvas, 2021

Sold|~~$1,900~~

Tactile memory #111 One of a kind, Porcelain and Oil on Canvas

By Natasha Zupan

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Tactile memory #111, by Natasha Zupan Porcelain and Oil on Canvas One of a kind Size: 9.5 in.

Category

2010s Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Porcelain, Oil

QUOST ErnestFlowers Painting on Porcelain Plate, Circa 1880

Sold|~~$10,302~~

Flowers Painting on Porcelain Plate

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

QUOST Ernest (1844-1931) Basket of Flowers in the Garden Oil on "Sarreguemines" Porcelain Plate signed low right Sarreguemines stamp on the reverse Frame gilded with Gold leaves Dim ...

Category

1880s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of 19th Century French Painted Porcelain Table Oil Lamps on Bronze Bases

Sold|~~$1,900 / set~~

Pair of 19th Century French Painted Porcelain Table Oil Lamps on Bronze Bases

Located in Dallas, TX

Dress a bedroom, living room, or study with this elegant pair of antique French "lampes à pétrole", converted to electricity and crafted in France circa 1870. Each vessel-form base i...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

"Still Life with Flowers in a Porcelain Vase" Oil on Canvas French Work

Sold|~~$5,853~~

"Still Life with Flowers in a Porcelain Vase" Oil on Canvas French Work

By Eugene Henri Cauchois

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

"Still life with flowers in a porcelain vase" Oil on Canvas French work End of XIXth Century Painting, Oil on canvas "Still life with flowers in a porcelain vase".

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Paintings

Materials

Wood, Canvas

William Henry Margetson Painting

Sold|~~$15,000~~

William Henry Margetson Painting

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

William Henry Margetson (British 1861-1940) Medium: Oil on Porcelain Painting size 15.75" wide x 12" high Frame size: 24" wide x 20" high Biography: William Henry Margetson ...

Category

Early 20th Century English Paintings

Materials

Paint

Painting 19th Century Still Life Flowers Fruits Porcelain, Circa 1875

Sold|~~$16,975~~

Painting 19th Century Still Life Flowers Fruits Porcelain

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

French School 19th Century Still Life Flowers Fruits and Porcelain Oil on canvas Old Original Frame gilded with leaves Dim canvas : 137 X 106 cm Dim Frame : 155 X 124 cm Certificate ...

Category

1870s Academic Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Theodore Didier DelamareAntique Chinoiserie Chinese China Trade Painting of Men Trading Porcelain, 1860's

Sold|~~$65,000~~

Antique Chinoiserie Chinese China Trade Painting of Men Trading Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

Important Bold Theodore Didier Delamarre (1823-1884) panting of Chinese Men Trading Porcelain. This is one Unique Painting that you will never find another one.

Category

19th Century Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

K.P.M. Porcelain"Kiss, " Nude Figurative Oil Painting on Porcelain produced by K.P.M. Porcelain, 20th Century

Sold|~~$25,000~~

"Kiss, " Nude Figurative Oil Painting on Porcelain produced by K.P.M. Porcelain

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Kiss" is an oil painting on porcelain produced by K.P.M. Porcelain.

Category

20th Century Academic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Porcelain, Oil

Victorian Gold Diamond Portrait Pin Brooch Pendant

Sold|~~$1,500~~

Victorian Gold Diamond Portrait Pin Brooch Pendant

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Made of eighteen karat yellow gold, this unique piece presents a finely painted oil on porcelain portrait of a beautiful lady aristocrat crowned with a genuine diamond tiara.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Oil On Porcelain For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of oil on porcelain you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. There are many Contemporary and Old Masters versions of these works for sale. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of oil on porcelain may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a choice in our collection of oil on porcelain to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — find a piece on 1stDibs that incorporates elements of brown, gray, black and more. An object in our assortment of oil on porcelain from Olga Antonova, Angelo Granati, Natasha Zupan and Janet Rickus — each of whom created distinctive versions of this kind of work — is worth considering. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and canvas, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much is a Oil On Porcelain?

The average selling price for a piece of oil on porcelain we offer is $5,600, while they’re typically $550 on the low end and $25,000 for the highest priced.

Questions About Oil On Porcelain

What is the difference between semi-porcelain and porcelain?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between semi-porcelain and porcelain is the temperature at which it is produced and its appearance. Both types of pottery usually come from kaolin clay, but porcelain gets fired at higher temperatures than semi-porcelain. Consequently, porcelain has a translucent appearance, while semi-porcelain is opaque. In addition, semi-porcelain is usually more water-absorbent than porcelain. Explore a wide range of porcelain and semi-porcelain pieces on 1stDibs.
What is Lladró porcelain?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Lladró is known for its porcelain figurines and sculptures. Lladró high porcelain creations express beauty and technical perfection and are meticulously made. The designs pay high attention to detail, which results in life-like figurines and bold sculptures that represent a wide range of ideas and motifs. Find a selection of Lladró porcelain on 1stDibs.
What is in porcelain clay?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Most porcelain contains a mixture of silica, clays, feldspar and kaolin. In the case of bone china, bone ash is also included. Porcelain is a ceramic and is made like all others by mixing clay with additives, shaping it and then firing it in a kiln. Where porcelain differs is the ingredient mixture, often containing kaolin and the fact that it’s fired at a hotter temperature. Shop a range of antique and vintage porcelain on 1stDibs.
What is Japanese porcelain?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The creation of Japanese porcelain began in the late 1500s. Although the styles and variations of Japanese porcelain range, many consider Kyushu to be the center of Japanese porcelain production. You’ll find a variety of antique and modern Japanese porcelain pieces on 1stDibs.
What is a porcelain plate?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
A porcelain plate is a dish made out of a material called porcelain. A type of ceramic, porcelain is made out of highly refined clay that gets fired at high temperatures. Porcelain plates have an appealing translucent appearance and are harder and less porous than other types of ceramic dinnerware. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of porcelain plates.
When was porcelain invented?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
Porcelain was invented during the Tang Dynasty in China, which began in 618 A.D. and ended in 907. Pieces produced during this period tended to be very simple and might not be easily recognizable as porcelain to modern-day collectors. The form of porcelain that most people envision today emerged during the Yuan Dynasty, which occurred between 1279 and 1368 A.D. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of porcelain.
What is a porcelain socket?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A porcelain socket is a socket made of porcelain. It can endure higher temperatures when compared to other materials. If the light is outside or hangs with a bulb facing down, a porcelain socket is the best recommended. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage porcelain socket lamps.
What is a porcelain sign?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
Porcelain signs are thin metal sheets bonded with durable glass coating at a high temperature. It is further coated with enamel for protection. Because of its multi-layer coating, these signs are thicker than painted metal signs. Visit 1stDibs for a collection of porcelain signs.
What is a porcelain vase?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
A porcelain vase is a vessel made out of vitrified pottery. Porcelain is a semi-translucent white color and has a smooth, sleek texture. Traditionally, people use porcelain vases to hold fresh, dried and silk flower arrangements, but you can also display them empty as decorative accents. Find a range of antique and vintage porcelain vases on 1stDibs.
What is Bavarian porcelain?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Bavarian porcelain is characterized by its delicate translucent porcelain and finely decorated designs. The colorful designs often depicted hand-painted floral scenes and figurines. Shop a collection of Bavarian porcelain from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is porcelain made of?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Porcelain is made up of kaolin, feldspar, quartz, and clay. It is created using a two-ore firing process.
What is feldspar porcelain?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Feldspar porcelain is a type of ceramic made from a blend of kaolin clay and the mineral feldspar. The mix of ores gives the porcelain a translucent gray-blue appearance. Rorstrand is known for producing feldspar porcelain décor. On 1stDibs, shop a range of feldspar porcelain decorative objects.
Where was porcelain made?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
Porcelain was first made in China. Artisans began producing early forms during the Tang Dynasty, which lasted from 618 to 907 A.D. During the Yuan Dynasty from 1279 to 1368, crafting techniques advanced to produce the strong, translucent pottery that we call porcelain today. Shop a wide variety of porcelain objects on 1stDibs.
What is Hirado porcelain?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Hirado porcelain or Hirado ware is made in Japan. Most often it’s made in Makawachi so you will hear it referred to as Mikawachi ware at times. A sometsuke underglaze of cobalt and white is most popular as it highlights the fine grain of the porcelain and the complicated details and elaborate openwork. Shop a collection of Hirado ware from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is vitro porcelain?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Vitro-porcelain is a variety of glass. It gets its name from its pressed construction, which gives it the look of porcelain or pottery. John George Sowerby invented the material in 1877. On 1stDibs, shop a range of porcelain decorative objects.
What was porcelain used for?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
Porcelain was once used for many of the same purposes as it is today. Ancient Chinese artisans invented the material and created statues, trinkets, cups, plates, teapots and other dinnerware and serveware, just as contemporary manufacturers do. Today, porcelain is also a key material in the manufacturing of electrical insulation, plumbing fixtures, tiling, dental bridges and crowns and many other items. Find a large selection of porcelain wares on 1stDibs.
Do emeralds need to be oiled?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, natural emeralds need to be oiled. Natural emeralds will have cracks and fissures before treatment, and oils will help give the emerald a high sheen and attractive finish. Browse a wide selection of emerald jewelry pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How do I identify an oil painting?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
Who is the father of oil painting?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
What is a whale oil lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A whale oil lamp is a lamp that uses whale oil for fuel. Whale oil lamps were largely made from the 16th to the 19th centuries. Antique whale oil lamps are collectibles today and an older specimen will be a striking addition to your mantel or display cabinet. Find a collection of antique and vintage whale oil lamps on 1stDibs today.