Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Italian
If success is measured by lasting name recognition, Capodimonte would seem to be in the same league as such makers as Meissen, Sèvres and Wedgwood. Early examples of the Italian manufacturer’s celebrated porcelain vases, figurines and sculptures can be hard to come by, but the best later pieces possess the same over-the-top charm.
The Real Fabbrica (“royal factory”) di Capodimonte hasn’t actually produced porcelain since the early 19th century, when Charles’s son Ferdinand sold it. Although secondary manufacturers have built upon the aesthetic and kept the name alive, some connoisseurs of the royal product feel these pieces should be labeled “in the style of” Capodimonte.
The timeline of royal Capodimonte porcelain is decidedly brief. From beginning to end, its manufacture lasted approximately 75 years. King Charles VII of Naples, who founded the manufactory in 1743, began experimenting with porcelain around 1738, the year he married Maria Amalia of Saxony. No coincidence there. His new bride was the granddaughter of Augustus the Strong, Elector of Saxony and founder of Meissen, the first European hard-paste porcelain manufactory. Her dowry included 17 Meissen table services.
Struck by porcelain fever, Charles built a dedicated facility on top of a hill (capo di monte) overlooking Naples. He financed expeditions to search for the right clay. He hired chemists and artisans to experiment. His earliest successes were small white snuffboxes and vases, although efforts soon progressed to full sets of tableware, decorative objects and stylized figurines of peasants and theatrical personalities.
In 1759, Charles succeeded to the throne of Spain. He moved the manufactory with him — including 40 workers and 4 tons of clay — and continued operations in Madrid. Twelve years later, his son Ferdinand IV, who inherited the throne of Naples, built a new factory there that became known for distinctly rococo designs.
The Napoleonic wars interrupted production, and around 1807, oversight of the royal factories was transferred to a franchisee named Giovanni Poulard-Prad.
Beginning in the mid-18th century, porcelain made by Charles’s factory was stamped with a fleur-de-lis, usually in underglaze blue. Pieces from Ferdinand’s were stamped with a Neapolitan N topped by a crown. When secondary manufacturers began production, they retained this mark, in multiple variations. The value of these later 19th- and 20th-century pieces is determined by the quality, not the Capodimonte porcelain marks.
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Creator: Capodimonte
Italian Porcelain Musician Angel by Capodimonte
By Capodimonte
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful musician angel in fine porcelain by Capodimonte, circa 1980s. White color with golden details. Refined collectible ornament. Brand present at the base.
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1980s Italian Vintage Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Porcelain
Italian Porcelain Set of 2 Figurines by Capodimonte
By Capodimonte
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful set of 2 italian fine porcelain hand painting figurines by Capodimonte, circa 1990s. Brand present at the base. Two small defects, one of the boy's fingers and the girl's h...
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1990s Italian Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Porcelain
Italian Hand Painted Porcelain Vase by Capodimonte
By Capodimonte
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Italian hand painted porcelain biscuit vase, circa 1990s. Characterized by a classic line with floral decorations. Italian manufacturing brand imprinted ...
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1990s Italian Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Porcelain
wonderful Capodimonte porcelain from the early 1900s
By Capodimonte
Located in Vigevano, PV
wonderful Capodimonte porcelain from the early 1900s… depiction of a mythological scene with details in pure gold in perfect condition…
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Early 20th Century Italian Other Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Late 19th Century Capodimonte casket.
By Capodimonte
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality late 19th Century Capodimonte porcelain casket, depicting classical religious and heavenly scenes.
Batch 74 G9811/22. SNYZ
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Porcelain
Antique Naples Porcelain 215 Piece Dinner & Tea Service Napoleon Au Roi de Rome
By Capodimonte
Located in Portland, OR
An incredible antique 19th century Naples porcelain/Capodimonte 215 piece dinner & tea/coffee service, "Au Roi de Rome" (King of Rome). Made to celebrate the birth of the Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte's son in 1811, Napoleon-François-Charles-Joseph Bonaparte...
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19th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Antique Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Porcelain
Set of Six Capodimonte Porcelain Tea /Coffee Cups with Floral Motifs, Italy
By Capodimonte
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s.
This set is made in Capodimonte porcelain and features hand painted floral motifs and golden edges.
They are vintage therefore they might show slight traces of ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Porcelain
19th Century Italian Antique Porcelain Sculpture by Capodimonte
By Capodimonte
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful sculptural group in refined Capodimonte porcelain. A young mother walks with her little girls accompanied by a tender fawn. Please note the sweetness expressed by this rare...
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1880s Italian Antique Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Porcelain
Antique Italian Capodimonte Pottery Floor Vase with Applied Flowers, c1900
By Capodimonte
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Italian Capodimonte floor vase offers pottery construction with applied roses, signed as photographed, c1900.
Measures- 22.25''H x 10''W x 11''D.
Catalogue Note: Ask abo...
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Early 20th Century Italian Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Pottery, Porcelain
19th Century Italian Antique Porcelain Sculpture by Capodimonte
By Capodimonte
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful pair of statues in refined Capodimonte porcelain. Two young girls dancing. Characterized by elegant eighteenth-century dresses with full lace skirts completely made in porc...
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1880s Italian Antique Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Porcelain
Fine 19th Century Italian Porcelain Parrot
By Capodimonte
Located in Norwood, NJ
Colorful and finely painted porcelain parrot in greens, yellows and blues, perched on realistic branch with leaves and berries. Bottom with crowned ...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Capodimonte Old English Sheepdog Hand-Painted Porcelain Figurine
By Capodimonte
Located in Bochum, NRW
Beautiful, old English sheepdog hand-painted porcelain figurine made by Capodimonte, Italy.
Handmade and hand painted.
Original manufacturer lab...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Porcelain
Interesting Late 19th Century Italian Capodimonte Porcelain Vase and Pedestal
By Capodimonte
Located in New York, NY
A large and interesting late 19th century gilt bronze and Italian Capodimonte porcelain vase and pedestal.
The vase with many different figures playing and holding instruments and weapons, centred around a flame, the top painted with vines, leaves and berries, the handles with swan heads. The pedestal with a central Bacchanalian frieze with swags of birds, flowers and bows above cherubs dancing and playing.
Capodimonte porcelain was established in Naples, Italy in 1743. Famous for delicate capodimonte figurines...
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Late 19th Century Italian Belle Époque Antique Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Bronze
Capodimonte Military Porcelain Napoleone, 1980, Italy
By Capodimonte
Located in Milano, IT
Capodimonte porcelain.
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1970s Italian Other Vintage Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Italian Fine Porcelain Centerpiece with Putti by Capodimonte
By Capodimonte
Located in Sofia, BG
Charming center piece in fine white porcelain by Capodimonte made in mid 18th century in Italy. It represents a large plate holder by four adorable putti.
Italy, circa 1860.
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Art Deco Figurine of 'Mata Hari' by Capodimonte / Naples Porcelain Company
By Capodimonte
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Art Deco Figurine of 'Mata Hari' by Capodimonte / Naples Porcelain Company
Italy, circa 1925
An exceptional work, displaying grace and movement, subtly hand- painted. The seductive turban and gold earring wearing dancer draped in a White and Iron-Red Moon and Star motif garment, on a tasseled pillow.
Hence our Mata Hari, attribution/suggestion. The name Mata Hari, is a Malay expression for the sun. Literally meaning “eye of the day"/ dawn of the day'
This exquisite figure, depicts the The dancer (Mata Hari ?) as the sun-wearing the moon and stars.
Marked with the variation Blue underglaze Crown & N.
In remarkable well cared for condition, some minor wear to the gilt.
The figurine stands...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Capodimonte Porcelain Decorative Item by Carlo Mollica, Rococo Style, Italy
By Capodimonte
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1960s.
This scene sculpted by Carlo Mollica recalls the mythological figures of Leda and the Swan (Zeus).
It is made in polychromed porcel...
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1950s Italian Rococo Revival Vintage Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Rare Large 19th C. Capodimonte Porcelain Box / Table Casket
By Capodimonte
Located in Kensington, CT
Spectacular large Capodimonte porcelain table casket/box, late 19th, and decorated with polychrome and gilt relief molded panels decorated with mythologic...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ormolu
Vintage Capodimonte Ceramic Decorative Item by Mollica, Rococo Style, Italy
By Capodimonte
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1960s.
This group of 7 cherubs are made in Capodimonte lacquered ceramic by Mollica.
This item might show slight traces of use since it's vintage, but it can be consid...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
Vintage Capodimonte Ceramic and Gold Decorative Item of a Reading Child, Italy
By Capodimonte
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1960s.
This reading child is made in Capodimonte ceramic, which has been lacquered and hand-painted with pure gold.
This item might ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Gold
Pair of Italian Maiolica Vases, Coiled Snake Handles, Ca. 1880
By Capodimonte
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Pair of Italian Maiolica Vases, of baluster form, with polychrome Renassance style decptions, on pedestal bases, with large molded and applied snakes forming the handles, the reverse...
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Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Maiolica
Charming 20th Century Capodimonte Coffee Set
By Capodimonte
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Charming 20th Century Capodimonte Coffee Set
A delightful set all fully marked beneath, Coffee Pot, Cream Jug, Sugar Jar and 6 Coffee Cans with Saucers
T...
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Mid-20th Century Baroque Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Large Italian Capodimonte Porcelain Center Bowl, Cherubs Scene in Relief, 20th C
By Capodimonte
Located in Big Flats, NY
An oversized Italian Capodimonte center bowl offers cherub garden scenes in relief with gilt highlights throughout, 20th century
Measures - 3.75''H X 16.75''W X 16.75''D.
Catalogu...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Fine 19th Century Porcelain Capodimonte Group of Cherubs and a Goat
By Capodimonte
Located in Dallas, TX
This bright Capodimonte porcelain group of four putti and a goat symbolizes abundance and the spirit of life. Capodimonte was originally an 18th century Italian porcelain...
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Late 19th Century Italian Classical Greek Antique Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Italian Large Capodimonte Hand Painted Camel Porcelain, 1950s
By Capodimonte
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Stunning rare large Capodimonte hand painted porcelain sculpture.
Capodimonte porcelain is a type of Italian porcelain that originated in Naples in the mid-18th century. It is known...
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1950s Italian Art Deco Vintage Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
20th Century Italian Porcelain Chandelier Decorated with Flowers
By Capodimonte
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful and refined Italian chandelier 5-light. This chandelier is a masterpiece of the manufacture of Cpodimonte made entirely of ceramic and hand painted. Many decorative element...
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1950s Italian Vintage Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Capodimonte Porcelain Table Snuff or Dresser Box
By Capodimonte
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, antique Capodimonte porcelain table snuff box in the Meissen style.
With a polychrome enamel Bacchanalian scene on the lid, neoclassical...
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Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Revival Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Mid Century Modern Vintage Pink White Porcelain Pitcher Capodimonte Italy 1950s
By Capodimonte
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage pitcher from porcelain in white and pink pastel color tones by the famed Italian porcelain manufacture Capodimonte 1950s Italy.
The amazing porcelain pitc...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Rococo Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Italian 19th Century Capodimonte Group of a Satyr, Bacchante and Putto
By Capodimonte
Located in Firenze, IT
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After Clodion 19th century porcela...
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1890s Italian Neoclassical Revival Antique Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Italian 19th Century Capodimonte Porcelain Full-Relief Gallant Scene
By Capodimonte
Located in Firenze, IT
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Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included).
A monumental Italian Capodimonte c...
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1890s Italian Neoclassical Revival Antique Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Large Antique Capodimonte Porcelain Plaque of a Naiad or Water Nymph
By Capodimonte
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine and large-scale Capodimonte porcelain plaque depicting a Naiad (or a water nymph from Greek mythology). She is attended by a small ...
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Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Italian Hand Painted Porcelain Branch of Flowers by Capodimonte
By Capodimonte
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful branch of flowers in fine hand-painted porcelain by Capodimonte, circa 1990s. Brand present at the base.
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1990s Italian Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Capodimonte serveware, ceramics, silver and glass for sale on 1stDibs.
Capodimonte serveware, ceramics, silver and glass are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Capodimonte serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original serveware, ceramics, silver and glass by Capodimonte were created in the mid-century modern style in italy during the 19th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider serveware, ceramics, silver and glass by Bruno Gambone, Paolo Venini, and Marcello Fantoni. Prices for Capodimonte serveware, ceramics, silver and glass can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $80 and can go as high as $34,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,295.
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Questions About Capodimonte Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
- What is Capodimonte's style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Capodimonte's style is regal and opulent, though it has varied over the years. Early pieces from the celebrated Italian porcelain manufacturer often reflect Rococo design sensibilities, with organic motifs rendered in soft colors. As trends changed, so did the look of Capodimonte porcelain, which skewed Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco over the years that followed. Capodiomonte has also looked beyond its native Italy for inspiration, producing porcelain ware that reflects Japanese and ancient Roman decorative techniques. Shop a wide range of Capdodimonte porcelain on 1stDibs.
- Is Capodimonte worth money?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Yes, Capodimonte pieces may be worth money. Early examples of the Italian manufacturer's celebrated porcelain vases, figurines and sculptures can be hard to come by, but the best later pieces possess the same over-the-top charm and are sought by collectors. The value of a particular item depends on its style, age and condition, as well as supply and demand in the marketplace. To get a better estimate of the value of your piece, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. Explore a wide range of Capodimonte decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024To identify rare Capodimonte marks, use trusted online resources as a guide. Generally, the oldest pieces produced by the Italian maker during the mid-18th century are the rarest. During this period, Capodimonte typically used only its original blue fleur-de-lis logo as a mark. On reputable websites, you can find images of this mark and others used by the porcelain manufacturer over the years. If you need assistance identifying a particular piece, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Explore a range of Capodimonte porcelain ware on 1stDibs.
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