Porcelain Decorative Objects

A charming pair of Swedish Christmas figurines from the 1970s, beautifully crafted in bisque porcelain. These whimsical figures capture the nostalgic...

Large and original Tapio Wirkkala "Paper Bag" porcelain Vase for Rosenthal. Early production, made between 1979 and 1980. Excellent original condition. No chips, cracks or crazing....

A charming early 20th-century German Christmas figurine Candlestick depicting a cheerful Santa gnome or elf riding atop a delightful pink pig. Beautifully crafted in bisque porcelain, the whimsical figure captures the playful character and nostalgic charm of traditional German Christmas decorations. Dating to the early 20th century, the piece is unmarked and is attributed to Hertwig & Co., Katzhütte, Germany, a well-known manufacturer of porcelain figures and holiday collectibles. The softly colored porcelain, charming expression, and unusual pig-riding motif make this a particularly delightful addition to a collection of antique Christmas decorations...

A striking vintage Italian ceramic vide-poche by Fornasetti, featuring a finely detailed sun face in black and white framed by a lustrous gold interior. Alternating straight and undu...

A classic blue and white ginger jar form vase, decorated throughout with delicate Chinoiserie floral motifs. The pattern is dense yet balanced, wrapping the form in movement while ma...

Condition: Original Vintage Condition Designer: Elfinware Manufacturer: Elfinware Materials: Porcelain, Brass Accents

An elegant mid-20th-Century globe-form desk clock and weather station by Tiffany & Co., dating to circa 1960. Combining functional timekeeping with a sculptural, globe-shaped des...

Cobalt Guild presents a collection of blue and white porcelain vessels from Jingdezhen, a town long distinguished by imperial patronage. This piece is a multi-part tulipiere vase wit...

Early to mid-century porcelain flowers in warm and vibrant colours by Royal Adderley, England. Beautiful, delicately shaped pieces of high quality bone china porcelain. Originally designed to serve as place card holders, they are as beautiful and elegant with or without a card. Hand shaped and painted with fine detail in beautiful subtle to vibrant colours. The rose, bush roses, violets and other to me unknown flowers come all with the most intricate details. Signature/stamp: Royal Adderley – Floral...

Condition: Shows two small chips as shown on pictures

Two vintage Chinese famille verte green and gold Sancai glazed porcelain foo dogs / guardian lion sculptures / statues / figurines. Purchased at Stones Throw Antiques, Lenox Massach...

A classic blue and white ginger jar, decorated throughout with a delicate flowering branch motif. The pattern is dense yet balanced, wrapping the form in movement while maintaining t...

An elegant dark blue round porcelain jewelry box with raised gold gilt decoration, Neoclassical design style, circa mid-20th century, Europe. The lid and body are richly embellished ...

A monumental and masterful pair of French Paris porcelain hand-painted vases, circa 1860. These museum quality vases are extremely fine quality. (The best we have ever seen for Par...

Bisque Trinket Box / Jewelry Casket with Neo-Classical Relief with Cherubs by Limoges, France. Will hallmark: LIMOGES , FRANCE. Late 1800s/early 1900s. In good condition, smaller/n...

French Silver-Mounted Marie Antoinette Jasperware Snuff Box, 19th Century A 19th-century French silver-mounted jasperware snuff or patch box with a relief portrait of Marie Antoinet...

A refined French oval box combining 18th-century Sèvres porcelain with an elaborate later silver mount attributed to the renowned Parisian silversmith Puiforcat. The porcelain body,...

An exceptionally rare and monumental pair of Japanese cloisonné enamel on porcelain covered jars, attributed to the celebrated Meiji-period enameler Takeuchi Chubei (竹内忠兵衛), associated with the important Shippo Gaisha workshop, circa 1875–1885. These magnificent covered jars represent an extraordinary achievement in Japanese decorative arts during the early Meiji period. Their monumental proportions, exceptionally elaborate polychrome decoration, unusual porcelain construction, and remarkable state of preservation as a matched pair distinguish them as important examples of nineteenth-century Japanese craftsmanship. Each jar is of imposing ovoid form, rising to pronounced shoulders and a short cylindrical neck, surmounted by an elaborate domed cover with a projecting rim and distinctive flattened finial. Every visible surface is richly decorated with exceptionally intricate cloisonné enamelwork, combining naturalistic floral ornament with sophisticated geometric patterns and elaborate architectural borders. The principal bodies are covered in delicate polychrome floral sprays against a rich aubergine-brown ground, with blossoms in shades of yellow, white, orange, lavender, and pale blue, interspersed with brilliant turquoise and emerald-green foliage. The flowers are surrounded by an intricate network of scrolling tendrils, creating a remarkably harmonious decorative composition. Dominating the principal faces are magnificent ornamental medallions outlined in yellow enamel, incorporating alternating sections of emerald-green latticework and cobalt-blue geometric patterns. These elaborate reserves frame symmetrical compositions of scrolling arabesques, stylized foliage, and floral motifs in turquoise, pale blue, coral, white, and green. Particularly striking are the large turquoise and cobalt-blue scrolling ornaments appearing on the sides of the jars, which bear compelling stylistic similarities to documented examples associated with Takeuchi Chubei and the Shippo Gaisha. The shoulders, necks, and covers are enriched with exceptionally complex geometric borders incorporating interlocking fretwork, repeating triangular patterns, and delicate spiral ornament. Even the flattened finials are individually decorated with multicolored floral motifs, demonstrating the extraordinary attention devoted to every detail. The monumental scale, remarkable complexity of decoration, and unusual porcelain construction make this pair an outstanding example of jitai shippo (磁胎七宝), the technically demanding Japanese art of cloisonné enamel applied to porcelain rather than the more conventional metal foundation. Attribution to Takeuchi Chubei and the Shippo Gaisha: Takeuchi Chubei was an important Japanese enameler active during the Meiji period, particularly associated with the production of cloisonné enamel on porcelain. This specialized technique required close collaboration between porcelain manufacturers and master enamelers, with ceramic bodies produced in centers such as Seto and subsequently decorated with intricate wire-defined enamelwork in the Nagoya region. The attribution of the present monumental pair to Takeuchi Chubei is supported by significant stylistic and technical comparisons with signed examples offered at Christie's and documented works preserved in important Japanese and American museum collections. Of particular importance is a rare pair of cloisonné enamelled porcelain vases offered at Christie's, Japanese Craftsmanship: Art of the Meiji Period, Lot 86, bearing the signature Dainihon seizo Shippo gaisha kojin Takeuchi Chubei. The Christie's pair, measuring approximately 35.7 cm in height, incorporates elaborate scrolling motifs, stylized flowers, and richly colored geometric ornament. The distinctive decorative vocabulary bears particularly compelling similarities to the present monumental jars, especially the large turquoise and cobalt-blue scrolling compositions. A further important comparison is a signed cloisonné enamelled Arita porcelain vase offered at Christie's, measuring approximately 58 cm in height and bearing the signature Shippo Takeuchi Chubei. The auction catalogue references a closely related example preserved in the Aichi Prefectural Ceramic Museum, Japan. Important Museum Comparisons: The significance of Takeuchi Chubei's work is further demonstrated by examples preserved in major institutional collections. Tokyo National Museum, Japan The museum preserves an important pair of large covered porcelain jars decorated with birds and flowers, dated 1881, with porcelain bodies attributed to Kawamoto Masukichi...

Blue and White Porcelain Tulipière Flower Pyramids, Dutch Delft Style, Pair Chinese, Modern Each of these tulipières is built in the tiered obelisk form of the Delft flower pyramids...

Cobalt Guild presents a collection of blue and white porcelain vessels from Jingdezhen, a town long distinguished by imperial patronage. This vintage piece, available in limited quan...

This is a huge, monumental Chinese Export Rose Mandarin Punch Bowl with 25 inch in diameter and 10 inch in height, and about 270 (+-) people o...

A very large and impressive antique 19th century English Royal Furnivals centerpiece bowl. Made of porcelain featuring a scalloped blue and brown daisy transferware design with foot...

A large blue and white porcelain ginger jar decorated with continuous Chinoiserie landscapes of pagodas, garden pavilions, trees, distant hills, and small boats. The cobalt decoratio...

Cobalt Guild presents a collection of blue and white porcelain vessels from Jingdezhen, a town long distinguished by imperial patronage. This piece is a multi-part tulipiere vase wit...

This is a 1930s French Art Deco style silvered spelter desk inkwell with wise owl motif. It has the original porcelain insert. The architectural form depicting wonderfully detailed r...

An elegant late 19th-century Wedgwood mantel clock, dating to circa 1890, featuring the distinctive blue and white Jasperware decoration for which the celebrated English manufacturer...

A classic blue and white ginger jar, decorated throughout with delicate Chinese floral motifs. The pattern is dense yet balanced, wrapping the form in movement while maintaining the ...

A beautiful Edwardian era porcelain pestle and mortar. c.1900 The pestle head and mortar are both made from vitrified porcelain - an incredibly dense and tough material. The handle ...

This majestic pair of covered vases perfectly illustrates the golden age and stylistic revival of French porcelain in the 1920s and 1930s. Heavily influenced by the research of the S...

This stunning and highly stylish chandelier originates from the earliest years of twentieth century France, and to have found it in this beautiful condition more than made our day. ...

Impressive pair of Chinese blue and white porcelain palace urns featuring an elegant baluster form richly decorated with dragons amidst stylized clouds, above a striking border of cr...

A beautiful vintage Bing & Gröndahl “Seagull” (Mågestellet) porcelain vase, Denmark, decorated with the iconic seagull motif originally designed by Fanny Garde in 1895. The vase fea...

This is a heavy Chinese Export porcelain jar hand painted with a blue and white lakeside scene and dating to the late 18th century, Qing dynasty. This is a well potted piece with a ...

Set of two Gio Ponti for Ginori athletic dishes. Vintage Richard Ginori shaped nut dishes/ small saucers from the athletic series designed by Gio Ponti featuring a lithe male diver a...

ROYAL WORCESTER (Manufacturer) - James Hadley (Designer 1837-1903) - Model Number 737 - Antique shell form and gilded coral branch porcelain wall pocket - featuring a realistically m...

This is a white porcelain jar from the Joseon (Korean) dynasty, made on the Korean Peninsula. Judging from the construction of its mouth and its overall form, it is believed to date ...

Beautiful porcelain peint a la main (hand painted) vintage crossword puzzle trinket box with original presentation box by Limoges, circa 1980s. This unusual piece is in very good vin...

Pair of two antique art nouveau Zsolnay reticulated pierced openwork floral faience vases from the Mályva (Mallow) series. Designed by Tádé Sikorski. Made in Pecs Hungary. Five C...

Large vintage Lladró Gres porcelain sculpture titled “Nude with Rose,” model 3517, designed by noted Lladró sculptor Salvador Debón and introduced in 1978. #5717 The composition de...

This elegant Mid-Century Hand-Thrown Crystalline Glaze Ceramic Vase by Sid Oakley originated in the United States, 20th Century. It presents a classic ovoid silhouette with a gently ...

A fine pair of Antique Italian Naples Capodimonte porcerlain campana vases of impressive scale, bearing the Naples Capodimonte blue painted crown signature on the underside, Circa 18...

A classic blue and white ginger jar, decorated throughout with delicate bird and flowering branch motifs. The pattern is dense yet balanced, wrapping the form in movement while maint...

Charming Japanese porcelain sleeping cat from the second half of the 20th century, inspired by the small wooden sculpture at the entran...

Large Antique Dresden Porcelain Floral Urn. With hand painted classical scenes throughout exterior. Woman and man figures dressed with a garland of flowers on the lid. Marked on bottom, Carl Thieme...

Original Lladro"Chit-Chat" porcelain figurine (Model #5466) created by the luxury Spanish brand. Designed by sculptor Juan Huerta, this iconic glaze-finished piece was first issued i...

This elegant pair of Japanese Imari porcelain vases, dating from the late 19th century during the Meiji period, circa 1880–1900), beautifully illustrates the refined artistry and dec...

Meissen Amphora Vase This porcelain vase features a cobalt blue background with intricate gold decoration and polychrome flower painting. It stands o...

Jonathan Adler White Porcelain & Marble Horn Sculpture — Handmade Modern Decorative Object A striking handmade porcelain and marble horn sculpture by celebrated American designer Jo...

A classic pair of blue and white ginger jars, decorated throughout with delicate bird and flowering branch motifs. The pattern is dense yet balanced, wrapping the form in movement wh...

A Dresden Carl Thieme Potschappel porcelain lockurna (lidded urn or potpourri urn) from the Early 20th century. These pieces are characteristic of the Rococo style, typically featur...

This is a good Chinese porcelain foo dog, sometimes called a temple lion all hand painted in polychrome coloured enamels, that we date to the early 20th Century period, circa 1920. ...

Crossed Swords with Star • Late 18th Century Porcelain • Museum Quality. An exceptional and highly important Meissen porcelain figural clock group, representing one of the manufacto...

An elegant and highly decorative Marie Antoinette-style lyre mantel clock, inspired by an important French model held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. The clock ...

Vintage pair of porcelain sculptures depicts sitting cats, facing each other in style of Staffordshire figurines with their faces turned towards the viewer. The cats' bodies and head...

This pair of large Chinese Export porcelain blue and white temple jars stands out for its assured hand-painted decoration, balanced proportion, and commanding scale. Dating to the la...

This is a Chinese Export porcelain bowl, hand painted in a blue and white pattern, which we date to the 18th Century or earlier, back to late Ming dynasty in the early 17th century. ...

Delightful vintage Italian floral arrangement crafted with brass flowers decorated in enamel and presented in an alluring neoclassical yellow porcelain planter.

Lladro Jester" (also commonly referred to as "Clown's Head" or "Cabeza Payaso Cucurucho"), a vintage porcelain bust created by the renowned Spanish luxury brand Lladró. Model Number:...

Antique German Scheibe-Alsbach / Sitzendorf / Kister porcelain figurine of General Napoleon Bonaparte wearing traditional attire with long overcoat, h...

An amazing glazed hand painted lidded vase made in Germany by Furstenberg Porcelain, a well known Manufactory for extraordinary items. This is a heavy vase but you can also use it as...