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Pair of 19th Century Paris Mantelpieces
Pair of 19th Century Paris Mantelpieces

Pair of 19th Century Paris Mantelpieces

By Old Paris

Located in London, GB

A pair of Napoleon III mantelpiece vases in the eighteenth century style, elaborately decorated and

Category

Late 19th Century French Rococo Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

A Pair of French Empire 19th Century Old Paris Gilt-Ground Campana Vases
A Pair of French Empire 19th Century Old Paris Gilt-Ground Campana Vases

A Pair of French Empire 19th Century Old Paris Gilt-Ground Campana Vases

Located in New York, NY

19th Century French Porcelain Mantle Vases with Bacchus Handles Painted with country scenes.

Category

Early 19th Century French Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Old Paris Urns
Pair of Old Paris Urns

Pair of Old Paris Urns

Unavailable|$10,250 / set

Pair of Old Paris Urns

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of Old Paris Urns

Category

19th Century French Old Antique Vases

Old Paris Urns
Old Paris Urns

Old Paris Urns

Unavailable|$6,300 / set

Old Paris Urns

Located in Atlanta, GA

Set of Three Old Paris Urns

Category

19th Century French Old Antique Vases

Pair of 'Old Paris' Flowerpots, 1800-1820
Pair of 'Old Paris' Flowerpots, 1800-1820

Pair of 'Old Paris' Flowerpots, 1800-1820

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

A rare pair of "Old Paris” flowerpots on stands. Hand-painted with floral figures and figures of

Category

Early 19th Century French Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Old Heavy Glass Apothecary Jars
Old Heavy Glass Apothecary Jars

Old Heavy Glass Apothecary Jars

Located in Pasadena, CA

Dark brownish green heavy glass jars with gilded highlighted lettering.

Category

19th Century Unknown Old Antique Vases

Materials

Glass

Pair of Paris Porcelain Vases
Pair of Paris Porcelain Vases

Pair of Paris Porcelain Vases

Located in Seattle, WA

Pair of old Paris Porcelain Vases. Both with landscapes scenes of children at play. Black and Gold

Category

19th Century French Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Old Paris Hand Painted Porcelain Flower Pot, France, circa 1880
Old Paris Hand Painted Porcelain Flower Pot, France, circa 1880

Old Paris Hand Painted Porcelain Flower Pot, France, circa 1880

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

France, late 19th century. Beautiful hand painted with birds, butterflies and a guirlande of flowers. decorated with gold. Measures: Height 15cm and diameter also 15cm. Good co...

Category

Late 19th Century French Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Art Deco Vase Keramis D1130 Signed D.L., 1927
Art Deco Vase Keramis D1130 Signed D.L., 1927

Art Deco Vase Keramis D1130 Signed D.L., 1927

By Charles Catteau for Boch Freres

Located in Schaerbeek, BE

opulence. Despite being over nine decades old, the vase remains in an impeccable state, evincing the

Category

1920s Belgian Art Deco Old Antique Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Jacob Petit Rococo Paris Porcelain Vases on Stands
Pair of Jacob Petit Rococo Paris Porcelain Vases on Stands

Pair of Jacob Petit Rococo Paris Porcelain Vases on Stands

By Jacob Petit

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautiful pair of Old Paris porcelain vases signed by Jacob Petit. Rococo style vases in tones of

Category

Mid-19th Century French Rococo Revival Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Old Wedgwood Dark Blue Jasperware Biscuit Barrel Cookie Jar Vessel
Vintage Old Wedgwood Dark Blue Jasperware Biscuit Barrel Cookie Jar Vessel

Vintage Old Wedgwood Dark Blue Jasperware Biscuit Barrel Cookie Jar Vessel

By Wedgwood

Located in Naples, FL

Add a touch of vintage charm to your kitchen with this beautiful dark blue Jasperware biscuit barrel/cookie jar from Wedgwood. Made with high-quality porcelain and silver plate mate...

Category

Early 20th Century British Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Cast Iron Medicis Vase
Antique Cast Iron Medicis Vase

Antique Cast Iron Medicis Vase

Located in Ulft, Gelderland

Antique cast iron medicis vase. Multiple layer of old paint and good patina. This item remains in

Category

Early 20th Century Old Antique Vases

Early 20th Century Chinese Terracotta Vase, Large Model
Early 20th Century Chinese Terracotta Vase, Large Model

Early 20th Century Chinese Terracotta Vase, Large Model

Located in Raalte, NL

Old Chinese terracotta vase decorated with relief depictions of lions, parrots and bamboo, early

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Old Antique Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Pair of Old Paris Vases
Pair of Old Paris Vases

Pair of Old Paris Vases

Unavailable|$6,500

Pair of Old Paris Vases

By Nast, Dagoty

Located in Vancouver, BC

A fine pair of early French Empire porcelain vases. Each vase has large gilded satyr’s head to the

Category

1820s French Neoclassical Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Large Gilt Old Brussels Porcelain Vases 19th Century
Pair of Large Gilt Old Brussels Porcelain Vases 19th Century

Pair of Large Gilt Old Brussels Porcelain Vases 19th Century

Located in Brussels, BE

Pair of large gilt Old Brussels porcelain vases. Belgium, 19th century, 1840s-1860s. Dimensions

Category

Mid-19th Century Belgian Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Old Paris Porcelain Crater Vases with Landscapes and Figures
Pair of Old Paris Porcelain Crater Vases with Landscapes and Figures

Pair of Old Paris Porcelain Crater Vases with Landscapes and Figures

By Anti-Pop

Located in Barletta, IT

Pair of beautiful French crater vases from the second half of the 1800s, in Old Paris decorated

Category

Late 19th Century French Empire Old Antique Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Two Beautiful Antique Old Paris Porcelain (Porcelaine de Paris) Cornet Vases
Two Beautiful Antique Old Paris Porcelain (Porcelaine de Paris) Cornet Vases

Two Beautiful Antique Old Paris Porcelain (Porcelaine de Paris) Cornet Vases

Located in BAAMBRUGGE, NL

Two particularly beautiful antique French Old Paris porcelain vases. Richly decorated with gold and

Category

1860s French Rococo Revival Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Old Vienna Marked Porcelain Vase Figural Hand-Painted and Gilded
19th Century Old Vienna Marked Porcelain Vase Figural Hand-Painted and Gilded

19th Century Old Vienna Marked Porcelain Vase Figural Hand-Painted and Gilded

Located in Osnabrück, DE

Original old Vienna porcelain vase, figurative painted and fine gilded. Marked under the bodden

Category

Mid-19th Century Austrian Empire Revival Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Beautiful Set of Three Antique Old Paris Porcelain Cornet Flower Vase 1880's
Beautiful Set of Three Antique Old Paris Porcelain Cornet Flower Vase 1880's

Beautiful Set of Three Antique Old Paris Porcelain Cornet Flower Vase 1880's

Located in BAAMBRUGGE, NL

Beautiful set of 3 antique Old Paris Porcelain (Porcelaine de Paris) decorative cornet flower vases

Category

1880s French Romantic Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Still Life of Flowers in a Vase late Victorian 19th Century Hippolyte Delanoy
Still Life of Flowers in a Vase late Victorian 19th Century Hippolyte Delanoy

Still Life of Flowers in a Vase late Victorian 19th Century Hippolyte Delanoy

By Hippolyte Pierre Delanoy

Located in Lincoln, GB

Hippolyte Pierre Delanoy (1849-1899) A Study of Flowers 1874 Signed and Dated, Oil on Canvas, 57 x 49cm Delanoy was born in Glasgow, of French Parents and was the brother of painter...

Category

Late 19th Century Old Masters Old Antique Vases

Materials

Oil

Beautiful Antique Old Paris Porcelain Table Lamps Oil Lamps Franc 1880s
Beautiful Antique Old Paris Porcelain Table Lamps Oil Lamps Franc 1880s

Beautiful Antique Old Paris Porcelain Table Lamps Oil Lamps Franc 1880s

Located in BAAMBRUGGE, NL

lamps) The beautiful Old Paris porcelain cobalt blue vases, handpainted in the middle with bouquets of

Category

1880s French Empire Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of 19th Century Faience Vases
Pair of 19th Century Faience Vases

Pair of 19th Century Faience Vases

Unavailable|$1,740 / set

Pair of 19th Century Faience Vases

Located in New York, NY

Lovely Pair of Hand Painted Old Faience Vases

Category

19th Century French Old Antique Vases

Large Antique Chinese Song Dynasty Glazed Vase
Large Antique Chinese Song Dynasty Glazed Vase

Large Antique Chinese Song Dynasty Glazed Vase

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

also as a decorator and conversation piece as it is about 1000 years old! The vase does have a very old

Category

15th Century and Earlier Chinese Other Old Antique Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Derby Vase Three Fates and Birds Panels, circa 1758-1760
Derby Vase Three Fates and Birds Panels, circa 1758-1760

Derby Vase Three Fates and Birds Panels, circa 1758-1760

By Derby

Located in Geelong, Victoria

------------------------ Provenance: old English collection. This vase belongs to a small group of garnitures with superb painted

Category

1760s English Rococo Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Early 20th Century Cast Stone Garden Urn with Acanthus Leaves
Early 20th Century Cast Stone Garden Urn with Acanthus Leaves

Early 20th Century Cast Stone Garden Urn with Acanthus Leaves

Located in Raalte, NL

After a antique example a heavy old cast stone vase in the shape of an urn with acanthus leaves all

Category

Early 20th Century European Old Antique Vases

Materials

Cast Stone

Hampshire Pottery Arts & Crafts Antique Old Vase Extraordinary Test Glaze Lilies
Hampshire Pottery Arts & Crafts Antique Old Vase Extraordinary Test Glaze Lilies

Hampshire Pottery Arts & Crafts Antique Old Vase Extraordinary Test Glaze Lilies

By Grueby Faience Company 1

Located in Wilton, CT

Large antique Hampshire pottery Arts & Crafts vase with extraordinary multi colored test glaze

Category

Early 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Old Antique Vases

Materials

Pottery

Thai Antique Bottle 15th Century / Old Vase / Southeast Asian Antiques
Thai Antique Bottle 15th Century / Old Vase / Southeast Asian Antiques

Thai Antique Bottle 15th Century / Old Vase / Southeast Asian Antiques

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

A bottle baked in Thailand around the 15th century. Trade with Southeast Asia has been active in Japan for a long time. Many ceramics were imported from Thailand and Vietnam. Als...

Category

15th Century and Earlier Thai Folk Art Old Antique Vases

Materials

Pottery

Japanese Antique Pottery "Tokoname" Jar / Old Vase / Around the 16th Century
Japanese Antique Pottery "Tokoname" Jar / Old Vase / Around the 16th Century

Japanese Antique Pottery "Tokoname" Jar / Old Vase / Around the 16th Century

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

water leak. However, since it is an old pottery, I think it is better to put water in another container

Category

16th Century Japanese Arts and Crafts Old Antique Vases

Materials

Pottery

Japanese Antique Pottery "Sueki" 6th-7th Centuries / Excavated Jar / Old Vase
Japanese Antique Pottery "Sueki" 6th-7th Centuries / Excavated Jar / Old Vase

Japanese Antique Pottery "Sueki" 6th-7th Centuries / Excavated Jar / Old Vase

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

. You can also enjoy it as a vase. Most "Sueki" do not have a lot of such natural glaze. It's all very

Category

15th Century and Earlier Japanese Arts and Crafts Old Antique Vases

Materials

Pottery

Japanese antique pottery "Bizen" jar around the 14-15th century / old vase
Japanese antique pottery "Bizen" jar around the 14-15th century / old vase

Japanese antique pottery "Bizen" jar around the 14-15th century / old vase

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

period (16th century). However, vases with this pattern rarely exist in the 14th and 15th centuries. And

Category

15th Century and Earlier Japanese Arts and Crafts Old Antique Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Antique Pottery Edo Period 1600-1650 Old Vase of "Tamba"/Wabi-Sabi Jar
Japanese Antique Pottery Edo Period 1600-1650 Old Vase of "Tamba"/Wabi-Sabi Jar

Japanese Antique Pottery Edo Period 1600-1650 Old Vase of "Tamba"/Wabi-Sabi Jar

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

We have an aesthetic sense peculiar to Japanese people. And we introduce the unique items that only we can do, the route of purchasing in Japan, the experience value so far, and the ...

Category

Early 17th Century Japanese Edo Old Antique Vases

Materials

Pottery

19th Century French Old Paris Double Handled Porcelain Vase
19th Century French Old Paris Double Handled Porcelain Vase

19th Century French Old Paris Double Handled Porcelain Vase

By Old Paris

Located in Vero Beach, FL

19th century French Old Paris double handled porcelain vase. Mid 19th century exceptional

Category

Mid-19th Century French Belle Époque Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Antique French Old Paris Porcelain Hand Painted & Gilt Spill Vase C1880
Antique French Old Paris Porcelain Hand Painted & Gilt Spill Vase C1880

Antique French Old Paris Porcelain Hand Painted & Gilt Spill Vase C1880

By Old Paris

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique French Old Paris Porcelain Hand Painted & Gilt Spill Vase with Roses C1880 Measures- 14.75

Category

Late 19th Century French Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Antique Paîr of Old Paris Porcelain Hand Painted & Gilt Portrait Vases C1880
Antique Paîr of Old Paris Porcelain Hand Painted & Gilt Portrait Vases C1880

Antique Paîr of Old Paris Porcelain Hand Painted & Gilt Portrait Vases C1880

By Old Paris

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Pair of French Old Paris Porcelain Hand Painted & Gilt Footed Portrait Vases with Women in

Category

Late 19th Century French Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Antique Old Paris Porcelain Figural Spill Vase, Mother and Child, circa 1880
Antique Old Paris Porcelain Figural Spill Vase, Mother and Child, circa 1880

Antique Old Paris Porcelain Figural Spill Vase, Mother and Child, circa 1880

By Old Paris

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Old Paris figural spill vase offers porcelain construction with mother and child picking

Category

Late 19th Century French Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Old Paris Porcelain Urn Vases, Mid-19th Century Hand-Painted Florals Green, Pair
Old Paris Porcelain Urn Vases, Mid-19th Century Hand-Painted Florals Green, Pair

Old Paris Porcelain Urn Vases, Mid-19th Century Hand-Painted Florals Green, Pair

By Old Paris

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A classic and elegant pair of vases from one of the storied Old Paris porcelain factories. Crisp

Category

Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Old Antique Vases

Materials

Gold, Enamel

French Old Pairs Gilt Porcelain Classical Urns with Grecian Masks, circa 1880
French Old Pairs Gilt Porcelain Classical Urns with Grecian Masks, circa 1880

French Old Pairs Gilt Porcelain Classical Urns with Grecian Masks, circa 1880

By Old Paris

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique French Old Pairs classical urns offer porcelain construction with double handles having

Category

Late 19th Century French Classical Greek Old Antique Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Pair of French Old Paris Vases
Pair of French Old Paris Vases

Pair of French Old Paris Vases

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of French Old Paris hand painted and gilt vases with floral and bird motif.

Category

19th Century French Old Antique Vases

Pair of Old Paris Porcelain Vases
Pair of Old Paris Porcelain Vases

Pair of Old Paris Porcelain Vases

By Manufacture Le Vieux Paris

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Pair of Old Paris porcelain vases, 19th century. Measures: H: 37 cm, W: 34 cm, D: 16 cm.

Category

19th Century European Napoleon III Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Old French Vase with Weathered Patina
Old French Vase with Weathered Patina

Old French Vase with Weathered Patina

Located in Nijlen, BE

Painted French terracotta vase, of the transition period 1900. Nicely weathered patina and the

Category

Early 1900s French Rustic Old Antique Vases

Materials

Earthenware

Japanese Antique Jar 1400s-1500s / Wabi-Sabi Vase / Rare Excellent Item
Japanese Antique Jar 1400s-1500s / Wabi-Sabi Vase / Rare Excellent Item

Japanese Antique Jar 1400s-1500s / Wabi-Sabi Vase / Rare Excellent Item

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

imitate. It is a very old jar in Japan. This is a pottery called Tokoname ware. Tokoname is a kiln

Category

16th Century Japanese Other Old Antique Vases

Materials

Pottery

Pair of 19th c Old Paris Cachepots/Planters Black w/ Hand Painted Butterflies
Pair of 19th c Old Paris Cachepots/Planters Black w/ Hand Painted Butterflies

Pair of 19th c Old Paris Cachepots/Planters Black w/ Hand Painted Butterflies

By Old Paris

Located in Great Barrington, MA

This is an unusually decorated pair of Vieux Paris cachepots in that the body is decorated in a matte black enamel and further embellished with butterflies in flight. The butterflies...

Category

Late 19th Century French Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Old Paris Vases. Circa 1840
Pair of Old Paris Vases. Circa 1840

Pair of Old Paris Vases. Circa 1840

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of Old Paris Vases with hand painted floral and gilt motif. Vases have gilding on back as well

Category

19th Century French Old Antique Vases

Pair of Old Paris Porcelain Vases, 19th Century
Pair of Old Paris Porcelain Vases, 19th Century

Pair of Old Paris Porcelain Vases, 19th Century

By Manufacture Le Vieux Paris

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Pair of Old Paris Porcelain Vases, 19th century, Charles X period. Measures: H: 26 cm, W: 13 cm, D

Category

1820s French Charles X Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Large Pair Old Paris Porcelain Vases
19th Century Large Pair Old Paris Porcelain Vases

19th Century Large Pair Old Paris Porcelain Vases

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Mid 19th century pair of Old Paris Porcelain decorative vases / urns with exterior gilt gold

Category

Mid-19th Century French Old Antique Vases

Materials

Gold

Royal Bonn "Old Dutch" Art Nouveau Pottery Vase
Royal Bonn "Old Dutch" Art Nouveau Pottery Vase

Royal Bonn "Old Dutch" Art Nouveau Pottery Vase

By Royal Bonn

Located in Astoria, NY

Royal Bonn Art Nouveau / Jugendstil "Old Dutch" glazed pottery vase, double-handled form with

Category

Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Old Antique Vases

Materials

Pottery

Regency Period Botanical Old Paris Porcelain Vase Pair
Regency Period Botanical Old Paris Porcelain Vase Pair

Regency Period Botanical Old Paris Porcelain Vase Pair

Located in Savannah, GA

This exquisite petite pair of Regency Period hand-painted Old Paris porcelain spill vases feature

Category

1820s French Regency Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Fine Old Persian Islamic Qhalamzani Repousse Silver Vase
Fine Old Persian Islamic Qhalamzani Repousse Silver Vase

Fine Old Persian Islamic Qhalamzani Repousse Silver Vase

Located in Bernardsville, NJ

A fine old or antique Islamic Persian silver vase. Richly decorated with the very distinctive

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Old Antique Vases

Materials

Silver

Pair of French Old Paris Porcelain Hand Painted Vases
Pair of French Old Paris Porcelain Hand Painted Vases

Pair of French Old Paris Porcelain Hand Painted Vases

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautiful pair of blue French Old Paris porcelain vases hand painted with chinoiserie scenes. The

Category

Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Old Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

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Old Antique Vases For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of old antique vases for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique old antique vases was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, porcelain and pottery. Old antique vases have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Old antique vases bearing Neoclassical or Victorian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Old Paris, Holmegaard and Kastrup each produced beautiful old antique vases that are worth considering.

How Much are Old Antique Vases?

Old antique vases can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,800, while the lowest priced sells for $159 and the highest can go for as much as $150,000.
Questions About Old Antique Vases
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell how old your vase is, you'll need to do some research using trusted online resources. Begin by determining who produced your vase, if possible. You can start by examining your vase for a maker's mark. Then, you can learn more about the maker to find out when pieces similar to yours were produced. If you have difficulty locating a marking, try snapping a photo of your vase and conducting a reverse image search to try and identify your piece and learn its age. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the dating process. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of vases.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Opinions on how old a rug has to be to be considered antique vary. However, most experts will apply the label to any rug produced more than 100 years ago, and call floor coverings produced 50 to 100 years ago vintage. Shop a variety of antique rugs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    To tell how old an antique ring is, you have two main options. First, you can conduct online research using trusted sources. If you know the maker of the ring or the ring has a maker's mark that you can use to identify who produced it, learning more about the designer, artisan or company and their styles can help with the dating process. When the maker is unknown, you can familiarize yourself with the characteristics of various antique jewelry styles, such as Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian, to try and identify the period in which your ring was likely produced. The second option is to have a certified appraiser, experienced antique dealer or knowledgeable jeweler date your ring for you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell how old an antique chair is, you have a few options. One is to conduct research on your own using trusted online resources and print references from your local library. If your chair has a maker's mark, learning more about the company, artisan or workshop that produced it can be a good starting point. Dating unmarked chairs can be more difficult because certain styles remained in production for long periods. In this case, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your chair for you. Shop a wide range of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    To tell if a vase is antique, look for a mark on the bottom of the vase either a NIPPON mark or an overmark over the original maker’s mark.
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    The easiest way to identify an antique vase is to check for logos, artist's name or signature at the bottom. These marks may be painted, inked or inscribed. You can also check the edges to identify an antique vase — they are generally more smooth and polished than the rest of the piece. Find an extraordinary collection of antique and vintage vases and vessels on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some old antique clocks may be worth something. Many collectors look for clocks produced by certain manufacturers, such as the Ansonia Clock Company, the Seth Thomas Clock Company, Jaeger-LeCoultre and the Chelsea Clock Company. In addition to the maker, the type, materials, style and condition of the clock influence its value. Generally, clocks that remain in good working order are worth more than those in need of repairs and restorations. To find out how much your clock may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique clocks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best way to identify an antique porcelain vase is to check for a maker’s mark. Gently flip the vase over and look for a signature or logo on the bottom. You may also find the name of the artist or designer. Old vases were also made in wood-based kilns, so an antique vase will likely have small imperfections such as coarseness, crackling or asymmetry. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your vase. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a variety of expertly vetted antique porcelain vases.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few ways to tell the approximate age of a porcelain vase, including identifying the maker's mark. These are usually located on the bottom of the vase. The maker's mark can help you find the era of manufacture once you know the company or studio that produced the piece. Look for imperfections, which were inevitable with wood-fuelled kilns of the past but uncommon with modern gas-fuelled kilns. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique porcelain from some of the world's top sellers.