The Real Mccoy

No, not all McCoy vases are marked. Throughout the 1930s and 1940s, McCoy pottery experimented with different markings and initials and also reissued older designs created without marks. McCoy pottery collectors can expect a mix of older and newer marks that denote authenticity. Browse a selection of McCoy pottery on 1stDibs.

Up until 1929, McCoy Pottery did not routinely mark its items. After 1929, a maker’s mark with either an overlapping “N” and “M” or “M” and “C” can indicate an authentic McCoy pottery item. McCoy Pottery created a variety of utilitarian and art pottery pieces, so it is wise to work with an appraiser to determine the authenticity of any McCoy piece. Find a variety of expertly vetted McCoy pottery items on 1stDibs.

Sadly no, McCoy Stoneware no longer makes pottery. After nearly a century in production, McCoy closed its doors for good in 1991. However, you can shop a collection of McCoy pottery pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

To know if your Capodimonte is real, look for its maker's mark. Beginning in the mid-18th century, porcelain made by the manufacturer founded by King Charles VII of Naples was stamped with a fleur-de-lis, usually in underglaze blue. Pieces produced under Ferdinand IV were stamped with a Neapolitan N topped by a crown. When secondary manufacturers began production, they retained this mark in multiple variations. By comparing the markings on your piece to images of those found on similar pieces shared on trusted online resources, you can begin to determine whether your piece is authentic. However, many convincing replicas exist, so you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer examine your piece and provide you with a professional opinion. Explore a diverse assortment of Capodimonte porcelain on 1stDibs.

The real Piranesi was Giovanni Battista Piranesi. He was born in Venice in 1720 and died in Rome in 1778. He was the son of a stone mason and was trained as an architect. After a slow start, he eventually achieved great success as an architect, archaeologist, artist, designer, collector and antiquities dealer. His mission was to glorify the architecture of ancient Rome through his engravings and etchings. His highly dramatized prints often depict imaginary interiors and frequently include figures in mysterious activities that are dwarfed by the magnitude of their monumental surroundings. Piranesi's style greatly influenced the neoclassical art movement of the late 18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Giovanni Battista Piranesi art.