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 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 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.

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 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 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.

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 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.

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What is metal sculpting?

There are a variety of metal sculptures using different metals and techniques of sculpting. Soft metals can actually be shaped with tools to create the artist’s vision. Harder metals might be poured into a mold in a metal casting process to get the desired shape. A third method of sculpting metal involves joining, which brings metal pieces together through a variety of methods. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.

Is Mintons china or porcelain?

China and porcelain can be used interchangeably, however, china gets its name from the country of origin. Products from the mid 20th century from Mintons are often referred to as ‘Minton china’ or ‘Minton.’ Mintons produces a variety of products including china, stoneware and mosaics. Shop a wide range of Minton’s pottery on 1stDibs from top sellers.

What is Chinese Canton porcelain?

Chinese Canton porcelain is a type of decorative hand-painted ceramic ware produced during the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries in China. Its name comes from the region where it originated. You will sometimes see it referred to as Cantonese porcelain. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Chinese Canton porcelain.

What is the difference between porcelain and bisque?

Porcelain is created from a mix of specific materials that is then heated at between 2,200 and 2,600 degrees Fahrenheit. Kaolin is the primary material from which porcelain is made (although clay minerals might only account for a small proportion of the whole). Afterward, it is glazed to give a luxe finish. Unglazed porcelain is called bisque. Shop a range of antique and vintage porcelain items on 1stDibs.

What is Limoges porcelain made of?

Limoges porcelain is made of kaolin, feldspar and quartz, making it the finest hard-paste porcelain in the world. It is the addition of kaolin that makes the porcelain so sought-after and also gives it the distinction of being bone china. Shop a collection of Limoges china from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Porcelain With Metal

Chantilly Porcelain

Metal Flower Chandelier

Fine Antique English Porcelain

Continental Porcelain

Madame De Pompadour

English Porcelain Early 19th Century

18th Century French Porcelain

Sevres Figurine

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Neoclassical Revival Porcelain

Materials

Metal

19th Century Porcelain Centerpiece Bowl / Jardiniere on Stand from Royal Vienna

H 6.5 in W 16.75 in D 8.25 in

Meissen Tea Pot With Flower Decoration & Silver Mount, Rococo Period, Circa 1750

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

ca. 1750 Material: white porcelain, glossy finish, metal chain Technique: handmade porcelain

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Antique Mid-18th Century German Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Tea Pot With Flower Decoration & Silver Mount, Rococo Period, Circa 1750

H 4.53 in W 6.7 in D 4.34 in

Meissen Tea Pot with Animal Spout and Flower Decoration Rococo Period circa 1740

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

: white porcelain, glossy finish Technique: handmade porcelain, finest painting Specifications: Very

Category

Antique Early 18th Century German Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Tea Pot with Animal Spout and Flower Decoration Rococo Period circa 1740

H 4.52 in W 7.48 in D 3.93 in

French Porcelain Perfume Bottle with Bouquets of Flowers, circa 1775

Located in Downingtown, PA

French Porcelain Perfume Bottle with Bouquets of Flowers, circa 1775 The pear-shaped perfume

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Antique 18th Century French Georgian Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

French Porcelain Perfume Bottle with Bouquets of Flowers, circa 1775

H 3.25 in W 1.25 in D 0.75 in

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine, Young Lady Ring Thrower, by R. Boeltzig, Ca 1924

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Material: multicolored porcelain, glossy finish / metal ring and staff Technique: handmade

Category

Vintage 1920s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine, Young Lady Ring Thrower, by R. Boeltzig, Ca 1924

H 15.36 in W 6.5 in D 6.7 in

Large Size, Hand Painted & Glazed Delfts Blue Porcelain Tray with Floral Design

Located in Lisse, NL

years of the 20th century. Inlaid inside the stunning and strong, nickle plated metal frame, this hand

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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Porcelain

Materials

Metal

Large Size, Hand Painted & Glazed Delfts Blue Porcelain Tray with Floral Design

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H 2.3 in W 19 in D 12.1 in

Pair of Bocage Candlesticks, Putti and Goats. Bow 1766

By Bow Porcelain

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

full bocage. This would have been made by a jeweller, working with metal and porcelain flowers from

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Bocage Candlesticks, Putti and Goats. Bow 1766

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H 13 in W 9.5 in D 4 in

Amazing Early 19C Davenport Longport Imari China Dinner Service

By Davenport Porcelain

Located in Dallas, TX

. Condition: Mainly in very good original condition. The largest game platter has a historic repair (metal

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English George III Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Amazing Early 19C Davenport Longport Imari China Dinner Service

H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in

Arts and Crafts Period Glazed Porcelain Cachepot on Decorative Gilt Metal Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

blue with dragons and various colored flowers, the gilt metal stands with elephants heads.

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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Porcelain

Arts and Crafts Period Glazed Porcelain Cachepot on Decorative Gilt Metal Stand

H 10.25 in W 12.75 in D 6.25 in

Large Sèvres-style Porcelain Charger

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Norwood, NJ

This large French porcelain charger, in the Sèvres style, is intricately painted with a period

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Large Sèvres-style Porcelain Charger

H 1.5 in Dm 20 in

Large, Rare, Antique Meissen Pogade in Hand Painted Porcelain, Late 19th Century

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Large, rare and antique Meissen figure in hand painted porcelain with mobile head, tongue and hands

Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Metal

Large, Rare, Antique Meissen Pogade in Hand Painted Porcelain, Late 19th Century

H 11.82 in Dm 10.24 in

Large oval porcelain platter featuring dragons, in Versace style.

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Large oval porcelain platter featuring dragons. In Versace style. Decorated with gold-plated metal

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Large oval porcelain platter featuring dragons, in Versace style.

H 1.19 in W 16.15 in D 11.42 in

Antique Gilt Bronze & Samson Porcelain Centrepiece, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a fine antique French Samson porcelain centrepiece, Circa 1860 in date. The octagonal

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Antique 1860s French Porcelain

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Gilt Bronze & Samson Porcelain Centrepiece, 19th Century

H 7.09 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in

Antique Pair Sevres Porcelain Mounted Ormolu Candlesticks 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a delightful antique pair of 19th century French Sevres porcelain mounted ormolu

Category

Antique 1870s French Porcelain

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Pair Sevres Porcelain Mounted Ormolu Candlesticks 19th Century

H 8.27 in W 3.55 in D 3.55 in

Antique Pair of French Bleu Celeste Porcelain Urns 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a fine and rare antique pair of French porcelain ormolu mounted twin handled urns in the

Category

Antique 1860s French Porcelain

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Pair of French Bleu Celeste Porcelain Urns 19th Century

H 8.67 in W 5.12 in D 3.55 in

Small Art Nouveau Porcelain Tray w. Hand-Painted Swan Motif

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A decorative small sized rectangular tray in perforated nickel-plated metal and hand-painted

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Small Art Nouveau Porcelain Tray w. Hand-Painted Swan Motif

H 1.97 in W 9.85 in D 4.73 in

Antique French Sevres Porcelain and Ormolu Jewelry Casket, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a fabulous antique French Ormolu and Sevres Porcelain jewelry casket, circa 1870 in date

Category

Antique 1870s French Porcelain

Materials

Ormolu

Antique French Sevres Porcelain and Ormolu Jewelry Casket, 19th Century

H 4.34 in W 9.06 in D 4.73 in

Antique Pair 2ft6" 76cm Royal Vienna Porcelain Vases on Stands 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a wonderful large pair of antique Royal Vienna Austrian double handled porcelain vases on

Category

Antique 1870s Austrian Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Pair 2ft6" 76cm Royal Vienna Porcelain Vases on Stands 19th Century

H 29.93 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in

Antique Cobalt Blue Sevres Porcelain Ormolu Table Lamp, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a stunning large antique French Sevres cobalt blue hand painted porcelain and ormolu

Category

Antique 1880s French Porcelain

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Cobalt Blue Sevres Porcelain Ormolu Table Lamp, 19th Century

H 21.26 in W 8.27 in D 7.09 in

Antique Bleu Royale Sèvres Porcelain Ormolu Table Lamp, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a stunning large antique French Sèvres "Bleu Royale" hand painted porcelain and ormolu

Category

Antique 1870s French Porcelain

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Bleu Royale Sèvres Porcelain Ormolu Table Lamp, 19th Century

H 20.87 in W 6.3 in D 4.93 in

Beautiful Vintage H.Bequet Quaregnon Porcelain Panel/Plate, Belgium, 1960s

Located in Bastogne, BE

Vintage H. Bequet Quaregnon Design Porcelain Panel with Hand Painted Bird and Leaf Design

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Gold Plate

Beautiful Vintage H.Bequet Quaregnon Porcelain Panel/Plate, Belgium, 1960s

H 2.96 in W 9.85 in D 7.09 in

Antique French "Japonesque" Porcelain dish by Louis Pierre Malpass 19th C

Located in London, GB

This is an absolutely fabulous antique French "Japonesque" ormolu mounted porcelain tripod dish

Category

Antique 1890s French Porcelain

Materials

Ormolu

Antique French "Japonesque" Porcelain dish by Louis Pierre Malpass 19th C

H 4.73 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in

Exquisite Antique French Sevres Cobalt Porcelain and Ormolu Centerpiece Compote

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Tustin, CA

Opulent, 19th century handmade and painted square porcelain and ormolu gilt metal centerpiece

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Porcelain

Materials

Bronze

Exquisite Antique French Sevres Cobalt Porcelain and Ormolu Centerpiece Compote

H 7.25 in W 15.5 in D 12 in

Meissen Large Allegorical Group 'The Fire' by M.V. Acier, Germany Around 1850

By Meissen Porcelain, Michel Victor Acier 1

Located in Vienna, AT

Excellent Meissen porcelain group of the 19th century: Depiction of the merely cloth-covered

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century German Baroque Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Large Allegorical Group 'The Fire' by M.V. Acier, Germany Around 1850

H 9.06 in W 9.45 in D 9.06 in

Meissen Large Allegorical Group 'The Fire' by M.V. Acier, Germany Around, 1850

By Meissen Porcelain, Michel Victor Acier 1

Located in Vienna, AT

Excellent Meissen porcelain group of the 19th century: Depiction of the merely cloth-covered

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century German Baroque Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Large Allegorical Group 'The Fire' by M.V. Acier, Germany Around, 1850

H 8.86 in W 9.06 in D 8.27 in

19th Century Blue Guilloché Enamel and Gilt-Metal Casket

Located in London, GB

19th century blue guilloché enamel and gilt-metal casket French, 19th Century Height 11cm, width

Category

Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Porcelain

Materials

Metal, Enamel

19th Century Blue Guilloché Enamel and Gilt-Metal Casket

H 4.34 in W 5.91 in D 3.94 in

Pair of Le Tallec Paris Floral Blue Gilt Porcelain Pot Pourri Perfume Urns Lamps

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Mid 20th Century Le Tallec porcelain pair of pale blue and white Paris potpourri with painted

Category

Mid-20th Century Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Le Tallec Paris Floral Blue Gilt Porcelain Pot Pourri Perfume Urns Lamps

H 10.25 in Dm 5.12 in

Pair of Gilt Metal Gueridons with Meissen Porcelain Tops

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in London, GB

Pair of gilt metal gueridons with Meissen Porcelain tops Porcelain: German, 19th century Ormolu

Category

Antique 19th Century German Rococo Gueridon

Materials

Metal

Pair of Gilt Metal Gueridons with Meissen Porcelain Tops

H 60 in Dm 34.5 in

Pair of Vista Alegre Bottles, with Silver Lid, Portugal 20th Century

By Vista Alegre

Located in Lisboa, PT

Pair of Vista Alegre bottles, with silver lid. Portugal Sec XXPair of metal figures. Pierrot and

Category

20th Century Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Vista Alegre Bottles, with Silver Lid, Portugal 20th Century

H 10.04 in W 7.49 in D 4.73 in

Rare Chinese Pot with Lid 19th Century

By Europa Antiques

Located in Madrid, ES

POT WITH LID Chinese 19th century, in cloisonné metal, decoration in shades of blue and

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Rare Chinese Pot with Lid 19th Century

H 27.56 in Dm 24.02 in

Antique Pair French Ormolu Mounted Pink Sevres Lidded Vases, 19th C

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique pair of French Sevres porcelain and ormolu mounted lidded vases, Circa

Category

Antique 1860s French Porcelain

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Pair French Ormolu Mounted Pink Sevres Lidded Vases, 19th C

H 11.42 in W 6.7 in D 5.12 in

Antique French Ormolu and Champlevé Enamel Pin Tray, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

A really beautiful French ormolu, champlevé enamel and Sèvres Porcelain pin tray, circa 1880 in

Category

Antique 1880s French Porcelain

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

Antique French Ormolu and Champlevé Enamel Pin Tray, 19th Century

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H 0.79 in W 6.7 in D 3.55 in

Rare Two Cut Out Plates Chinese, 17th Century

By Europa Antiques

Located in Madrid, ES

Rare Two Cut Out Plates. Chinese, 17th century in cloisonné enamelled metal, decorated with

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Antique Late 17th Century Chinese Chinese Export Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Rare Two Cut Out Plates Chinese, 17th Century

H 7.49 in Dm 7.49 in

Vienna Style Metal Mounted Porcelain Vase Cachepot

By Royal Vienna Porcelain

Located in Guaynabo, PR

Vienna style metal mounted hand painted porcelain with cherub and pastoral scene small cachepot

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Neoclassical Planters, Cachepots and ...

Materials

Porcelain

Vienna Style Metal Mounted Porcelain Vase Cachepot

H 4.75 in Dm 3.75 in

Vasarely Three-Part Miniature Crockery on a Wooden Tray, 1976

By Victor Vasarely

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

, 1976 Manufacturer: Rosenthal, Selb 25th Anniversary Special Edition White enameled porcelain with

Category

Vintage 1970s French Porcelain

Materials

Wood

Vasarely Three-Part Miniature Crockery on a Wooden Tray, 1976

H 3.15 in W 11.03 in D 5.12 in

Vienna Style Metal Mounted Hand Painted Porcelain Cachepot Vase

By Royal Vienna Porcelain

Located in Guaynabo, PR

mold inside the porcelain. Of the same metal, there is a pedestal attached to the vase.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Neoclassical Planters, Cachepots and ...

Materials

Porcelain

Vienna Style Metal Mounted Hand Painted Porcelain Cachepot Vase

H 3 in Dm 2.5 in

Vintage Porcelain Jar with Metal Base

Located in Van Nuys, CA

A porcelain Art Deco jar with a metal base combines the elegance of porcelain with the sleekness of

Category

Vintage 1980s Jars

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Porcelain Jar with Metal Base

H 11.5 in W 7 in D 6.25 in

Porcelain Coffee Canister with Metal Lid

Located in High Point, NC

A vintage porcelain jar from 20th Century Germany, originally used for storing coffee. The slick

Category

20th Century German Ceramics

Materials

Metal

Porcelain Coffee Canister with Metal Lid

H 7.7 in W 3.9 in D 3.9 in

Antique Gilt Metal Sconces with Porcelain Flowers

Located in New York, NY

A pair of circa 1900's Italian gilt metal sconces with porcelain flowers. Measurements: Height: 11

Category

Antique Early 1900s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Antique Gilt Metal Sconces with Porcelain Flowers

H 11 in W 13 in D 8 in

Four Meissen Porcelain Plaques Depicting the Four Seasons

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in London, GB

This delicately detailed set of four allegorical porcelain plaques portrays family scenes within

Category

Antique Early 19th Century German Folk Art Paintings

Materials

Metal

Four Meissen Porcelain Plaques Depicting the Four Seasons

H 4.73 in W 3.94 in D 2.37 in

Porcelain Cocoa Canister with Metal Lid

Located in High Point, NC

A vintage porcelain jar from 20th Century Germany, originally used for storing cacao. The slick

Category

20th Century German Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Porcelain Cocoa Canister with Metal Lid

H 5.7 in W 2.8 in D 2.8 in

Three Italian Metal Wall Sconces with Porcelain Flowers

Located in Antwerp, BE

1950, each metal sconce features one arm and is embellished by colorful hand painted porcelain flowers

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Three Italian Metal Wall Sconces with Porcelain Flowers

H 13.78 in W 8.67 in D 5.52 in

Antique Lowestoft Chinese Export Famille Rose Porcelain Make-Do Teapot

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Chinese export porcelain teapot. With pink painted floral decoration throughout. The

Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Silver

Antique Lowestoft Chinese Export Famille Rose Porcelain Make-Do Teapot

H 5.25 in W 8.63 in D 4.63 in

Italian Golden Metal Three-Light Chandelier with Porcelain Roses, ca. 1970s

Located in Barntrup, DE

Italian golden color metal and porcelain flower three-light chandelier from the circa 1970s. This

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Italian Golden Metal Three-Light Chandelier with Porcelain Roses, ca. 1970s

H 31.11 in Dm 13.39 in

Gilt Porcelain Large Dresden Two Handled Garniture Vase and Cover

By Dresden Porcelain

Located in Lomita, CA

The porcelain factories of Dresden are renowned for this type of decorative piece and this

Category

Early 20th Century German Rococo Revival Urns

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Gilt Porcelain Large Dresden Two Handled Garniture Vase and Cover

H 28 in W 8 in D 8 in

French Five-Light Gilt Metal and Crystal Chandelier with Porcelain Roses

Located in Troy, MI

Five-light French gilt metal chandelier is embellished with clear and pink crystal drops, clear

Category

Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal

French Five-Light Gilt Metal and Crystal Chandelier with Porcelain Roses

H 25.5 in Dm 18 in

Large Pair of Continental Meissen Style "Augustus Rex" Porcelain Vases

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Los Angeles, CA

porcelain covered vases, late 19th century, of baluster form with medium blue ground, with tall straight

Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Large Pair of Continental Meissen Style "Augustus Rex" Porcelain Vases

H 20.75 in Dm 11 in

Hollywood Regency Style Metal and Glass Chandelier with Porcelain Roses, 1970s

Located in Barntrup, DE

Hollywood Regency style metal and glass chandelier, from circa the 1970s, Germany. A beautiful

Category

Vintage 1970s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Hollywood Regency Style Metal and Glass Chandelier with Porcelain Roses, 1970s

H 27.56 in Dm 14.57 in

18th C. English Rocco Battersea & Porcelain Companion Cup & Saucer, Unique

By Chelsea Porcelain, Battersea

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

18th century English Rocco Battersea & Porcelain Companion Cup & Saucer, Unique Both pieces made

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Rococo Tableware

Materials

Metal

18th C. English Rocco Battersea & Porcelain Companion Cup & Saucer, Unique

H 3.75 in Dm 6.25 in

One of Two French Gilt Metal Chandeliers with Porcelain Flowers

Located in Antwerp, BE

Two French gilt metal chandeliers with porcelain flowers. Measures: Diameter 34 cm. Height

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

One of Two French Gilt Metal Chandeliers with Porcelain Flowers

H 15.75 in Dm 13.39 in

Green Crackled Porcelain Table Water Pipe with Metal Strapping from Vietnam

Located in Leuven , BE

The bowl of the Vietnamese water pipe is jar-shaped. The metal handle allows easy carrying and

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Green Crackled Porcelain Table Water Pipe with Metal Strapping from Vietnam

H 4.73 in W 4.73 in D 4.73 in

KPM Porcelain Plaque of Mary and Her Child after Madonna of the Chair Painting

By KPM Porcelain

Located in Boston, MA

hair. This KPM porcelain plaque has a gold metal frame. Without the frame, this porcelain plaque is

Category

Early 20th Century German Renaissance Paintings

Materials

Porcelain

KPM Porcelain Plaque of Mary and Her Child after Madonna of the Chair Painting

H 0.75 in Dm 7 in

Antique Double French Lamp with Porcelain Flowers and Metal and Silk Shades

Located in Toronto, ON

This stunning small antique French double light bronze lamp with porcelain flowers feature unique

Category

Early 20th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Antique Double French Lamp with Porcelain Flowers and Metal and Silk Shades

H 15 in W 13 in D 6 in

Custom Modern Porcelain Top Dining Table Curved Metal Pedestal

By Carrocel

Located in North York, ON

Custom modern porcelain top dining table curved metal pedestal. Featuring a black porcelain top

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

Custom Modern Porcelain Top Dining Table Curved Metal Pedestal

H 30 in W 96 in D 44.85 in

Pair of Hand-Made Green Metal Wall Sconces with White Porcelain Flowers France

Located in Stamford, CT

A nice pair of wall sconces with green metal leaves and white porcelain flowers handmade in France

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pair of Hand-Made Green Metal Wall Sconces with White Porcelain Flowers France

H 16 in W 15 in D 9 in

American Southwest Folk Art Carved Wood Frame with Porcelain and Metal Elements

Located in New York, NY

American Southwest Folk Art frame in hand carved and painted wood, assembled with white porcelain

Category

Antique 18th Century American Folk Art Picture Frames

Materials

Metal, Tin

American Southwest Folk Art Carved Wood Frame with Porcelain and Metal Elements

H 37 in W 23 in D 3 in

Japan Satsuma Porcelain Vase and Golden Metal 19th Century

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Large Satsuma porcelain vase from the Meiji on a gilt metal frame from the Napoleon III period. On

Category

Antique 19th Century Meiji Antiquities

Materials

Metal

Japan Satsuma Porcelain Vase and Golden Metal 19th Century

H 22.25 in W 11.23 in D 9.85 in

Antique Pair of French Lamps with Porcelain Flowers and Metal and Silk Shades

Located in Toronto, ON

This stunning pair of small antique French bronze lamps with porcelain flowers feature unique silk

Category

Early 20th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Antique Pair of French Lamps with Porcelain Flowers and Metal and Silk Shades

H 12 in Dm 6 in

Royal Crown Derby Hand Painted & Gilt Porcelain Flatware/ 30 Pieces

By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain

Located in Tarry Town, NY

patterns, and rich history in porcelain design. Hand Painted & Gilt: Each piece is meticulously adorned

Category

20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Metal, Gold

Royal Crown Derby Hand Painted & Gilt Porcelain Flatware/ 30 Pieces

H 0.5 in W 1 in D 7 in

Antique Pair Austrian Royal Vienna Beehive Porcelain Gilt Mounted Table Lamps

By Royal Vienna Porcelain

Located in Dublin, Ireland

to porcelain. Both pieces are constructed with a central metal rod which is bolted together, ending

Category

Antique 19th Century French Early Victorian Urns

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Pair Austrian Royal Vienna Beehive Porcelain Gilt Mounted Table Lamps

H 16.5 in W 6.75 in D 4.75 in

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Porcelain With Metal For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic porcelain with metal available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, ceramic and porcelain, every porcelain with metal was constructed with great care. There are 151 variations of the antique or vintage porcelain with metal you’re looking for, while we also have 13 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer porcelain with metal, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right porcelain with metal, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Modern styles are of considerable interest. Carrocel, Limoges and Bru each produced at least one beautiful porcelain with metal that is worth considering.

How Much is a Porcelain With Metal?

A porcelain with metal can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,917, while the lowest priced sells for $120 and the highest can go for as much as $70,575.

Questions About Porcelain With Metal

What is Hirado porcelain?
1 Answer
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 a porcelain socket?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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 feldspar porcelain?
1 Answer
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.
What is porcelain made of?
1 Answer
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 Bavarian porcelain?
1 Answer
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 vitro porcelain?
1 Answer
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.
Where was porcelain made?
1 Answer
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 Lladró porcelain?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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 metal sculpture?
1 Answer
Glenn Green GalleriesFebruary 24, 2021
A sculpture created from materials made of metal. This is a broad category. Metal sculptures can be made by fabrication, meaning assembled by hand or machine. Cast metal sculpture like bronze or steel is made from a complex casting process.
What is metal sculpting?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There are a variety of metal sculptures using different metals and techniques of sculpting. Soft metals can actually be shaped with tools to create the artist’s vision. Harder metals might be poured into a mold in a metal casting process to get the desired shape. A third method of sculpting metal involves joining, which brings metal pieces together through a variety of methods. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
Is Mintons china or porcelain?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
China and porcelain can be used interchangeably, however, china gets its name from the country of origin. Products from the mid 20th century from Mintons are often referred to as ‘Minton china’ or ‘Minton.’ Mintons produces a variety of products including china, stoneware and mosaics. Shop a wide range of Minton’s pottery on 1stDibs from top sellers.
What is Chinese Canton porcelain?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Chinese Canton porcelain is a type of decorative hand-painted ceramic ware produced during the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries in China. Its name comes from the region where it originated. You will sometimes see it referred to as Cantonese porcelain. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Chinese Canton porcelain.
What is the difference between porcelain and bisque?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
Porcelain is created from a mix of specific materials that is then heated at between 2,200 and 2,600 degrees Fahrenheit. Kaolin is the primary material from which porcelain is made (although clay minerals might only account for a small proportion of the whole). Afterward, it is glazed to give a luxe finish. Unglazed porcelain is called bisque. Shop a range of antique and vintage porcelain items on 1stDibs.
What is Limoges porcelain made of?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Limoges porcelain is made of kaolin, feldspar and quartz, making it the finest hard-paste porcelain in the world. It is the addition of kaolin that makes the porcelain so sought-after and also gives it the distinction of being bone china. Shop a collection of Limoges china from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.