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Ceramics For Sale
Price: $1 to $2,500
Satsuma porcelain vase from the Meiji period, Japan
Located in Paris, FR
Small porcelain vase in Satsuma earthenware. The 4-sided body is decorated in polychrome and gold enamels with geishas in a garden, a mountain landscape, a bird on a flowering branch...
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1890s Japanese Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Cloisonné Charger or Large Plate fine detail, Mid-19th Century
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good Chinese Cloisonné Charger or Large Plate / Dish that we date to the mid-19th century of the Qing dynasty, Circa 1970. The Charger is circular on a low foot. The decoration shows a large central 12-lobed flower head with further flowers and leaves off it, leading to a three section pattern with three mythical phoenix, all in many different coloured enamels against a deep red ground. The outer rim has a detailed plantain leaf border decoration. The reverse has an unmarked green base with three roundel designs on the rim, all against a blue ground. Overall a very decorative 19th C Qing period Chinese Plate.
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Early 20th Century Chinese Famille Noire Porcelain Ovoid Ginger Jar with Lid
Located in Doylestown, PA
Early 20th century Chinese Famille Noire porcelain ovoid ginger jar with lid. Wonderful ovoid shape jar with nature themed design hand painted with large birds, flowers, koi fish, l...
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1920s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Blue and White Stemcup, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Era, circa 1690
Located in seoul, KR
This porcelain stemcup has a domed foot, a high stem and an elongated deep bowl with a partially broken flared rim. River landscapes featuring trees, pavilions, bridges and figures, ...
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1690s Chinese Qing Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Export Blue and White Lidded Jar Porcelain Hand Painted, Qing 18th C
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a heavy Chinese Export porcelain jar complete with lid, hand painted with a blue and white lakeside scene and dating to the late 18th century, Qing dynasty. This is a well p...
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Late 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century, Chinese Export Porcelain Famille Rose Medallion Chestnut Basket
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese, 19th century. An antique Chinese export porcelain chestnut basket. The basket features traditional famille rose medallion decoration with figural window to the central wind...
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Export Porcelain Blue White Chien Lung Soup Tureen Centerpiece
Located in Dublin, Ireland
A Very Fine & Rare Example of an Eighteenth-Century Chinese Porcelain Export Circular Lidded twin handle blue and white Deep Dish Tureen or Centerpiece Bowl of generous proportions and of the period Chien Lung 1736-1795. Exquisitely hand decorated depicting typical Chinese scenes of garden landscapes within trellis border on an off-white ground. The octagonal edge dome shaped cover with similar decoration and an attractive central finial. *This is one of a pair currently listed Condition: This piece is offered in exceptional condition for such an early piece, no losses or hairlines anywhere, and no restoration, possibly never used, no staining inside the bowl. This piece is typically unmarked. Width: (including handles) 10.75” (27.5cm). Diameter: (top cover rim) 10” (25.5cm). Height: 7.75” (19.75m). Location: Dublin City, Ireland. Affordable fixed price Worldwide Store to door shipping offered by Seller. Please take time to scroll down below and click "View All From Seller" or favorite our Shop PATRICK HOWARD...
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Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Raaquu Raku Fired Large Oval Vase S/N0000560 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. The Oval Vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to ...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Copper

Longquan Celadon 5-tube Covered Vase - 18th or 19th Qing - Song style - Chine
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very pretty covered vase, pot, with 5 tubes / spouts from the Longquan Celadon Ovens. The vase and its lid are in Celadon-glazed porcelain stoneware decorated with flowers and foliag...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Archaic Style Script Carved Stone Lidded Vessel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An unusual Chinese archaic style script carved lidded stone vessel probably dating from the Qing dynasty or later. The heavily made vessel is made, we believe, from soapstone and com...
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1640s Chinese Qing Antique Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

19th Century Chinese Export Diminutive Canton Quatrefoil Tureen Acorn Handle
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th Century Chinese Export Diminutive Canton Quatrefoil Tureen  An exquisite 19th-century Chinese export diminutive Canton Quatrefoil Tureen is a testament to the masterful craftsmanship of the era. This fine example measures 9 inches wide by 8 inches deep, standing at 4 inches high. Decorated with deep, crisp blue decorations, it exudes elegance and sophistication. The removable lid is a work of art in itself, with beautiful decoration and featuring an acorn handle. Lift the lid to reveal the equally stunning interior, measuring 8 inches wide by 6 inches deep and standing 2 inches high, painted with the same intricate decoration as the exterior. This tureen encapsulates the rich history and artistic tradition of Canton Chinese export porcelain...
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Scholar Object Oxblood Porcelain Bowl - Kangxi Mark
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese Scholar Object Oxblood Porcelain Bowl - Kangxi Mark. A porcelain bowl in oxblood glaze with a Kangxi type mark to underside. Approx: 3...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Mid-Century Chinese Ceramic Polychrome Incense Censer Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic pair of mid-century Chinese ceramic polychrome incense censer foo dogs, circa 1970s. Great detail and a beautiful color combination of yellow, green and brown; the pair mea...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Raaquu Raku Fired Omoide Urn in S/N8000029 Art Series, Malaysia
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Omoide ~ (思い出) - Memories The passing of a loved one will always be a defining moment in a person's life. The Omoide Urn is a one of a kind ceramic art piece that offers a focal p...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Copper

Vintage Chinese Famille Noire Porcelain Ovoid Ginger Jar with Lid
Located in Doylestown, PA
Vintage Chinese Famille Noire porcelain ginger jar with lid, c. 1920-30s. Impressive ovoid shape jar hand painted with vibrant colors on matte black glaze. Each side features a pict...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Blue and White Peacock Fantail Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
Standing amidst mountains, clouds, and foliage, a regal peacock surveys its domain. Revered as an emblem of beauty and dignity, the peacock's handsome tail feathers were used to desi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair, Antique Chinese Blue & White Porcelain Figural Cabinet Plates
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese, 20th century.
A pair of blue and white scalloped bowls with figural scenes to interior and surrounded by foliate motifs.
Marked to underside.
Approx: 5.875"
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Export Porcelain Blue White Prunus Ginger Jar 5" Qing 19c
Located in Richmond, CA
Antique Chinese late Qing dynasty blue and white ginger jar, reserve decorated in underglaze blue and white, with blooming prunus branches on underglaze blue wash ground, and double ...
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Export Porcelain Blue White Chien Lung Soup Tureen Centerpiece
Located in Dublin, Ireland
A Very Fine & Rare Example of an Eighteenth-Century Chinese Porcelain Export Circular Lidded twin handle blue and white Deep Dish Tureen or Centerpiece Bowl of generous proportions and of the period Chien Lung 1736-1795. Exquisitely hand decorated depicting typical Chinese scenes of garden landscapes within trellis border on an off-white ground. The petal edge dome shaped cover with similar decoration and an attractive central finial. *This is one of a pair currently listed Condition: This piece is offered in exceptional condition for such an early piece, no losses or hairlines anywhere, and no restoration, possibly never used, no staining inside the bowl. This piece is typically unmarked. Back and front views are similar. Width: (including handles) 10.75” (27.5cm). Diameter: (top cover rim) 10” (25.5cm). Height: 7.75” (19.75m). Location: Dublin City, Ireland. Affordable fixed price Worldwide Store to door shipping offered by Seller. Please take time to scroll down below and click "View All From Seller" or favorite our Shop PATRICK HOWARD...
Category

Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Blue And White Teabowl Circa 1725, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Reign
Located in seoul, KR
Scene with multiple figures on a boat, which is a common theme in Chinese porcelain, reflecting the cultural and economic importance of sea travel and trade in Chinese history. The f...
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1720s Chinese Qing Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Scholar Object Oxblood Porcelain Water Pot or Dropper - Kangxi Mark
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese, 20th century. Chinese. A porcelain oxblood red porcelain horseshoe water pot of bell shaped body. The deep red glaze has an underglaze cloud motif as photographed. Kangxi...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

17th Century Chinese Porcelain Ho Ho Boy Figure in Wucai/Famille Vert Glaze
Located in Southampton, NY
17th Century Chinese Porcelain Ho Ho Boy Figure in Wucai/Famille Vert Glaze. Good overall condition. Screw inserted to hole on reverse to hang on wall. Cannot tell if the front has a...
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17th Century Chinese Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Mid-Century Chinese Ceramic Polychrome Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
Great pair of mid-century polychrome glazed ceramic foo dogs from China, circa 1950s. Great detail and a beautiful color combination of yellow, green and brown; the pair measure 14"W...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Baluster Form Vase
Located in Doylestown, PA
Blue and white baluster form porcelain vase with Zhongfeng mark on base, c. 1960s. Beautiful vase with a sweeping mountainous scene and unique calligraphy script. A unique Chinese p...
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1960s Chinese Ming Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Midcentury Japanese Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair of vintage, red lacquered wood carved foo dogs from Japan. Excellent condition and patina; make a fun decor item in any room!
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Wood

Incense burner by Katsuyoshi Kotoge in Kyoto, Japan
Located in Paris, FR
A two-tone spherical incense burner. The 9-hole lid in grey-white glazed stoneware with gilded handle. The main body in glazed, veined earthenware. Made by master Katsuyoshi Kotoge (...
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2010s Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Sandstone

Antique Chinese Porcelain 19th Century Chine De Commande Dish Eagle History
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Dish China c.1850 or later Height 22 mm, diameter of rim 141 mm. Dish on footring, straight rim. Decorated in underglaze blue with a large displayed eagle clasping in his right talons two arrows and in his left two leafy vines, above his head a indecipherable motto inscribed upside down. The reverse, washed in a pale celadon, is undecorated. Marked on the base with a square shop mark in underglaze blue. This Chinese export porcelain saucer...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Large Chinese Blue And White Dish, China Ming Dynasty
Located in Saverne, Grand Est
Large scalloped dish called "Swatow" in porcelain with flared rim, with underglaze blue decoration : the basin decorated with deers in a landscape, the descent decorated with prunus ...
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17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Blue and White Porcelain Ribbed Vase with Willow Ware Pattern
By Bo Jia for Middle Kingdom
Located in Manassas Park, VA
This temple jar is a traditional porcelain vessel from Jingdezhen, a town long distinguished by imperial patronage. This piece is a porcelain vase with a design reminiscent of the fa...
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20th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Peachbloom Oxblood Porcelain Amphora Style Vase - Kangxi Mark
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese. A porcelain peachbloom oxblood porcelain vase with fitted base. Kangxi type mark to underside. Approx: 8.25" H X 2.5" W.
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Octopus Water Dropper, c. 1830s
Located in Brisbane, QLD
A Japanese Hirado ware water dropper used in calligraphy dating to the Edo Period (1603-1868). The whimsical, molded design features an array of sea creatures and shells on the base ...
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Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Hana W Mini Vase Raku Ceramic, Obvara, Handmade Home Decor Gift
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Hana W ~ 花 flower Our Hana W mini raku vase is an expression of a classical vase shape in a miniature form. This vase makes for an adorable gift or a tabletop decorative piece that...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Copper

Large Japanese Ko-Kutani Charger, Early 20th Century
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A rare yellow ground Japanese ceramic charger 15.5 inches in diameter. Decorated on a yellow base with a bird, foliage and blossom in shades of yellow, blue, brown and green. S...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Export Qing Dynasty Porcelain Figural Story Vase
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese, late Qing Dynasty.
A good quality antique porcelain vase depicting two women picking flowers under a colorful tree. Lion head handles and story marked to verso.
Ap...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Blue and White Perpetual Harmony Baluster Jar
Located in Chicago, IL
This contemporary lidded baluster jar continues the centuries-old tradition of Chinese blue-and-white porcelain ware. Painted with cobalt pigments for a brilliant blue finish, the ja...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Shinsen Raku Pottery Vase - Smoked Raku - Handmade Ceramic Home Decor Gift
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Shinsen ( 新鮮 ) ~ (adj.) fresh Our Shinsen Vase is circular, wide-lipped, and curved in all the right places, with a slightly smaller base. Best arranged together with other similar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Malaysian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Copper

ANDREA BY SADEK Porcelain Chinoiserie Famille Vert Bok Choy Butterfly Vases-Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Asian Chinoiserie style table vases by Andrea by Sadek. Hand painted famille vert porcelain with vivid colors, primarily greens, depicting bok choy & butterflies, gold trim...
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Late 20th Century Asian Chinoiserie Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Dish Blue & White hand painted immortals
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a hand-painted Chinese Export porcelain Dish, which we date to the second half of the 18th century, Qing, Qianlong period, circa 1770, or possibly earlier. The dish is circu...
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Large fruit Bowl Cup Basin on pedestal blue white porcelain - Qing Style - China
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very beautiful large white-blue porcelain basin or fruit bowl or cup. The large white bowl is decorated with a blue floral-themed composition, including foliage, lotus flowers and ma...
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20th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Japanese Antique Large Edo Wabi-Sabi Shigaraki Art Pottery Jar Tsubo Pot Vase
Located in Studio City, CA
An absolutely stunning, beautifully shaped sumptuously glazed Shigaraki ware Japanese pottery vase/jar/pot - produced sometime during the Edo Period (1603-1867). Shigaraki ware is a ...
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Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Ceramics

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Stoneware

Raaquu Mizu Raku Pottery Trinket Bowl, Smoked Raku, Handmade Ceramic
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Mizu ( 水 ) ~ (n) water Our Mizu bowl comes with 3 short legs. It would look elegant on its own or as a keeper of trinkets or potpourri. This Mizu bowl is the kind of piece to creat...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Copper

Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Hongxian Marked Story Bowl
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese, Hongxian mark circa 1915-1916.
An antique famille rose porcelain story bowl marked with 4 character Hongxian stamp.
A...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Large Vintage Chinese Green and Gold Jardinière, Fish Bowl or Planter
Located in Plainview, NY
A large vintage late 20th century Chinese Export porcelain jardinière, fish bowl or planter with interior enameled design of fish. The large jardinière features a beautiful geometric...
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1950s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Koban Raku Pottery Vase with Water Tube - Obvara - Handmade Ceramic
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Koban (小判) - (n) oval NEW AND IMPROVED : This vase comes with a waterproof tube insert for fresh flowers and cuttings. Insert width is 2cm/0.8 inches wide The Koban vase is a class...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Copper

Chinese Kangxi Floral Embossed Lidded Porcelain Jug
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An unusual Chinese Kangxi period (1662-1722) porcelain lidded and handled jug embossed with flowers and hand painted in the European style. The jug stands raised on a narrow round fo...
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1660s Chinese Antique Ceramics

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Porcelain

Huge 23" Chinese Porcelain Blanc de Chine Figure of Xi Wang Mu Goddess mid 20c
Located in Richmond, CA
This huge 23" tall vintage Chinese porcelain blanc de chine statue represents Xi Wang Mu (西王母), the revered goddess of the Western Paradise, a figure of imm...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

9 Pc, Chinese Export Porcelain Instant Starter Collection Including Armorial
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese, mostly 18th century.
A grouping of 9 Chinese porcelain objects including a blue and white floral bowl, a Famille rose bowl heavily enamel decorated with figural scenes, a "thousand...
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Late 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Green Porcelain Mizusashi Water Jar by Contemporary Master Artist
Located in Takarazuka, JP
An exquisite masterpiece by highly decorated master porcelain artist of the Kutani region who remains active today in his mid-1980s. A long-time aficionado of the tea ceremony, the a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Antique 19th Century Imari Porcelain Vases Mounted as Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of antique (19th century) Japanese Imari porcelain vases with raised figurative designs later mounted as table lamps.
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Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

White Glaze Chinese Porcelain with Dragon Motif
Located in Greenwich, CT
White glaze porcelain jar with dragon motif. Dimension: the widest diameter in middle part is 10.8" height is 11.5"
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Late 20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Large Contemporary Blue Porcelain Vase by Japanese Master Artist
Located in Takarazuka, JP
Exquisite very large contemporary Japanese porcelain decorative three-piece raised lidded jar, hand painted in underglaze blue and white , depicting a landscape from Japan's countrys...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Raaquu Raku Fired Tamashii Urn in S/N8000073 Art Series, Malaysia
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Tamashii Urn ~ 魂 (Soul) The Tamashii Urn serves as a focal point of remembrance for a loved one that has passed from this life but not from your heart. This vessel is fired using th...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Copper

Raaquu Raku Fired Large Flower Vase S/N0000155 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
With a shape inspired from the tulip flower, the RAAQUU Flower Vase expresses a wonderful rainbow sheen on a 6 half petal top oval shaped vase. This vase requires precise forming and...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Copper

Raaquu Raku Fired Large Oval Vase S/N0000735 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. The oval vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to ...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Copper

Blue And White Spiral Vase, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Era, Circa 1690
Located in seoul, KR
The vase and cover are decorated with flowers and foliage within each spiral band. The body of the vase tapers from the top to the bottom. This piece is characterized by a spiral shape and is one of the representative item excavated from the Vung Tau cargo. Period : Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period Production Date : 1690-1699 Made in : Jingdezhen Destination : Netherland Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Vung Tau ship Size : 26cm (Height) / 11cm(Diameter) Condition : Excellent Reference : Double checked with reference to the original catalogues 1) Christies Amsterdam 1992 - Vung Tau Cargo / Christies 2) Qing Dynasty Export...
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1690s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Raaquu Raku Fired Large Oval Vase S/N0000729 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. The Oval Vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to ...
Category

2010s Malaysian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Copper

Raaquu Raku Fired Large Oval Vase S/N0000531 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. The oval vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to ...
Category

2010s Malaysian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Copper

Raaquu Raku Fired Large Oval Vase S/N0000369 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. The Oval Vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to ...
Category

2010s Malaysian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Copper

Antique, New and Vintage Asian Ceramics

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.

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