Find a variety of vintage Asian ceramics available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct vintage Asian ceramics — often made from
ceramic,
porcelain and
pottery — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of vintage Asian ceramics available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage Asian ceramics made by
Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with
Art Deco — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many vintage Asian ceramics are appealing in their simplicity, but
Awaji Pottery,
Shoji Hamada and
Tatsuzo Shimaoka produced popular vintage Asian ceramics that are worth a look.
Prices for vintage Asian ceramics can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, vintage Asian ceramics begin at $33 and can go as high as $112,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,091.
With their rich and diverse history, antique, new and vintage Asian ceramics offer colorful and sophisticated ways to add flair to any space.
Japanese pottery dates back at least 13,000 years to the Jōmon period. Pieces from the Late Jōmon era display a rope-cord pattern encircling a pot or jug. During the Muromachi period, potters created simple bowls and utensils frequently used in tea ceremonies and were made as both functional and aesthetic objects.
Ceramics made during Japan’s Meiji period, from 1868 to 1912, reflected an explosion of artistic expression propelled by new access to international trade. Details became more intricate and refined, and colors were enhanced with new glazing practices.
Chinese porcelain, meanwhile, is often identified by its shape. Each reign and dynasty had specific shapes and styles that were encouraged by the imperial ruler. During the Song dynasty, for instance, there were four dominant types of ceramic vase shapes: plum-shaped, pear-shaped, cong-shaped (tall and square) and double-gourd.
Chinese ceramics that were made during the Qing dynasty were demonstrative of an expanded artistic expression, with more delicate shapes and a focus on intricate detailing. The shapes of ceramics from this era are thinner, taller and have subtle features like a gentle flare, such as on the mallet-shaped vase.
Later, the 17th- and 18th-century interior design trend of chinoiserie brought Asian paintings and screens, textiles and other art and furniture from the continent into many European homes.
Explore an extensive range of antique, new and vintage Asian ceramics on 1stDibs to find the perfect piece for your home.