How do I know if my porcelain is antique?

To know if porcelain is antique, start by looking for any maker's marks and researching their origins. In many cases, it is necessary to enlist the help of a licensed appraiser to accurately date porcelain ware. You'll find a selection of expertly vetted antique porcelain on 1stDibs.

How do I identify an antique porcelain vase?

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.

How can I tell if a porcelain vase is antique?

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.

How do I spot an antique porcelain figurine?

One thing to look for in an antique porcelain figure is to look for the maker’s mark, usually found on the bottom of the piece. The porcelain figure will also have a delicate fragile quality to it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique porcelain figures from some of the world’s top sellers.

How do I know if my porcelain lamps are antique?

The best way to determine the age of porcelain lamps is to work with an appraiser. While some online resources can be helpful when you’re looking for information about the value of an item, the suggested value you find may not be the actual value of your item, since that will depend on a number of factors, including the shape it’s in. You’ll find expertly vetted porcelain lamps and other decor on 1stDibs.

Is antique porcelain worth anything?

Yes, some antique porcelain is worth something. Many collectors actively seek out certain types of porcelain that are at least 100 years old. Some favorites among collectors include Chinese pottery, china crafted by makers like Rosenthal and Lenox and figurines produced by Meissen, Dresden, Nymphenburg and Capodimonte. Generally, the type, style, age, maker and condition will all play a role in determining how much antique porcelain is worth. If you wish to have any pieces in your collection evaluated, use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a variety of antique porcelain on 1stDibs.

How to know if my Chinese porcelain is antique?

The best way to know is to take it to an expert, such as an appraiser, reputable dealer or auction house, or museum

Antique Porcelain Shoes

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Vintage Meissen Porcelain Blue Onion Pattern Shoe or Slipper Paperweight

$395

H 2.13 in W 6.75 in D 2.5 in

Vintage Meissen Porcelain Blue Onion Pattern Shoe or Slipper Paperweight

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Philadelphia, PA

paperweight is an iconic Meissen form in the shape of a traditional slipper (Pantoffel) or shoe. The base

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Early 20th Century German Antique Porcelain Shoes

Materials

Porcelain

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Porcelain Figurine of a Girl Lacing Her Shoes, Bing & Grondahl, Denmark, 1950s

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H 3.94 in W 3.55 in D 4.73 in

Porcelain Figurine of a Girl Lacing Her Shoes, Bing & Grondahl, Denmark, 1950s

By Bing & Grøndahl

Located in Chorzów, PL

Porcelain figurine of a girl lacing up her shoes Made in Denmark by Bing & Grondahl Produced

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Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Antique Porcelain Shoes

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Porcelain Pair of Horse Shoe Table Lamps

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H 38 in Dm 8 in

Vintage Porcelain Pair of Horse Shoe Table Lamps

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Vintage pair of porcelain horse shoe table lamps with brass design detail and base. Each lamps is

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1920s Antique Porcelain Shoes

Materials

Porcelain

Early 20th Century Brass & Porcelain Adjustable Haberdashery Shoe Shop Stands

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H 32.68 in Dm 4.93 in

Early 20th Century Brass & Porcelain Adjustable Haberdashery Shoe Shop Stands

By Harris & Sheldon

Located in Lowestoft, GB

A particularly well made pair of haberdashery shoe shop display stands, telescopic brass tubular

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Porcelain Shoes

Materials

Brass

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H 1.5 in W 6.25 in D 2.25 in

Spode circa 1820 Vibrant Shoe or Slipper Inkwell Base, Hand Painted Rare Object

By Spode

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

serves as an historic example of fine porcelain art. In very good antique condition.

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1820s British Chinoiserie Antique Porcelain Shoes

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Materials

Porcelain

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Antique Porcelain Shoes For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique porcelain shoes available for sale. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and metal, all antique porcelain shoes available were constructed with great care. Antique porcelain shoes have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Rococo, neoclassical and Victorian antique porcelain shoes are consistently popular styles. Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kändler and Bow Porcelain each produced beautiful antique porcelain shoes that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Porcelain Shoes?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,649, while they’re typically $205 on the low end and $155,140 highest priced.

Questions About Antique Porcelain Shoes

How do I know if my porcelain is antique?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To know if porcelain is antique, start by looking for any maker's marks and researching their origins. In many cases, it is necessary to enlist the help of a licensed appraiser to accurately date porcelain ware. You'll find a selection of expertly vetted antique porcelain on 1stDibs.
How do I identify an antique porcelain vase?
1 Answer
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.
How can I tell if a porcelain vase is antique?
1 Answer
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.
How do I spot an antique porcelain figurine?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
One thing to look for in an antique porcelain figure is to look for the maker’s mark, usually found on the bottom of the piece. The porcelain figure will also have a delicate fragile quality to it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique porcelain figures from some of the world’s top sellers.
How do I know if my porcelain lamps are antique?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The best way to determine the age of porcelain lamps is to work with an appraiser. While some online resources can be helpful when you’re looking for information about the value of an item, the suggested value you find may not be the actual value of your item, since that will depend on a number of factors, including the shape it’s in. You’ll find expertly vetted porcelain lamps and other decor on 1stDibs.
Is antique porcelain worth anything?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
Yes, some antique porcelain is worth something. Many collectors actively seek out certain types of porcelain that are at least 100 years old. Some favorites among collectors include Chinese pottery, china crafted by makers like Rosenthal and Lenox and figurines produced by Meissen, Dresden, Nymphenburg and Capodimonte. Generally, the type, style, age, maker and condition will all play a role in determining how much antique porcelain is worth. If you wish to have any pieces in your collection evaluated, use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a variety of antique porcelain on 1stDibs.
How to know if my Chinese porcelain is antique?
1 Answer
Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
The best way to know is to take it to an expert, such as an appraiser, reputable dealer or auction house, or museum