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Ceramics For Sale
Period: Mid-20th Century
Period: 1910s
Imari Ovoid Japanese Design Vessel with Ebonized Base and Brass Finial
Located in Lomita, CA
A Japanese parcel gilt and brass mounted porcelain vessel with an ebonized wood base with a distinctive Imari motif of flowers, medallions and touches of gold. The stylized Imari pa...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Chinese Ceramic Flask with Yellow and Cream Glaze, Several Available
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Chinese ceramic flask from the mid 20th century, with yellow glaze. We have several available, priced and sold individually. Created in China during the midcentury period, ...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Foal Figure in Ceramic by Knud Kyhn
Located in Berlin, BE
Foal Figure in ceramic by Knud Kyhn Foal figure of stoneware from Royal Copenhagen. Additional information: Material: Ceramic Artist: Knud Kyhn Size: 20 W X 12.5 D X 16.5 H cm.
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1950s European Vintage Ceramics

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Ceramic

1960s, Japanase Ikebana Studio Pottery Vase
Located in London, GB
A 1960s Japanase ikebana studio pottery vase. Star form panels with central cylinder vase with vertical grooves finished in an off-white and green glaze. 'Made in Japan' stamp to base. Ikebana ("arranging flowers" or "making flowers alive") is the Japanese art of flower arrangement.[ It is also known as kado ( "way of flowers"). The tradition dates back to Heian period...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Chinese Natural Agate Stone Snuff Bottle Hand Carved with Spoon Top, circa 1940
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a beautiful Chinese Export snuff bottle, complete with its spoon top and made from a natural agate, hand carved stone, having lovely amber colors, which we date to the first ...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

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Agate

Japanese Kutani Treasure Boat 'Takarabune' Censer, Taisho Period, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A wonderful Japanese Kutani porcelain incense burner, koro, in the form of a treasure ship, Takarabune, Taisho Period (1912 - 1926), Japan. The censer boldly modeled as the legendary Takarabune, or Treasure Ship, a mythical ship said to carry the shichifukujin, the Seven Lucky Gods, around the heavens during the first days of the New Year, visiting lucky humans to bring blessings and prosperity. The black bodied, single mast ship sails on the water, its sail full of wind and decorated with the character "takara", meaning treasure. The pierced top of the ship serving as the cover for the censer. It is loaded with magical items and treasure, most prominently, a large coral branch...
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1910s Vintage Ceramics

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Porcelain

Tall Prem Collection Soft Blue Glazed Artisan Ceramic Vase with Flaring Neck
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large Prem Collection blue glazed artisan ceramic vase from the mid 20th century with flaring neck and crooked silhouette. Created in Chiang Mai, northern Thailand during the Midce...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Flame Glazed Vase
Located in New York, NY
A Chinese ceramic vase, produced circa 1930s-1940s, flame glazed in deep red. Includes marks to base. This piece remains in very fine condition, wear to base consistent with age. 10434
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Vintage Ceramic Pedestal Stand with Hand-Painted Calligraphy and Figures
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Chinese blue glazed ceramic pedestal from the mid 20th century, with calligraphy and male figures in landscapes. Created in China during the mid-century period, this pedest...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Ceramics

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Ceramic

Stoneware Sculpture of Boy with Bear in Ceramic by Knud Kyhn
Located in Berlin, BE
Stoneware Sculpture of Boy with Bear in ceramic by Knud Kyhn Stoneware sculpture of boy with bear from Royal Copenhagen. Additional information:...
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1950s Vintage Ceramics

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Ceramic

Rosanjin Kitaoji Signed Shino Ware Chawan Tea Bowl Original Sealed Signed Box
Located in Studio City, CA
An absolutely gorgeous Shino ware pottery Chawan tea bowl by Japanese master potter Kitaoji Rosanjin (1883-1959) who was arguably one of if not the gr...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Ceramics

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Ceramic

Chinese Ceramic Teapot Elephant shape Celadon Glaze, Mid 20th Century
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a Chinese handcrafted ceramic teapot with an elephant shape and a celadon glaze, which we date to the 20th century, circa 1930s. The Teapot is handcrafted of a heavy ceram...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

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Ceramic

Hermelin Figure in Ceramic by Knud Kyhn
Located in Berlin, BE
Hermelin figure in ceramic by Knud Kyhn Hermelin figure of stoneware from Royal Copenhagen. Additional information: Material: Ceramic Artist: Knud Kyhn Size: 16 W x 11.5 D x...
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1950s European Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Ceramic Pickling Jar Jade Green, c. 1950
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This glazed Chinese ceramic jar was once used for pickling foods. It features a jade green finish and outer surface that features a ribbed texture. A great example of Chinese pottery...
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1950s Chinese Qing Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Showa Period Tall Cream Ground Cloisonne Vase
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Showa period tall cream ground cloisonne vase, with two orchids and four spikey leaves, Japanese, mid 20th century.
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Aote Kutani Phoenix Censer, Koro, Showa Era, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A fantastic Japanese Aote type Kutani incense burner, koro, in the form a phoenix, Showa era, circa 1930's, Japan. The censer, koro, gracefull...
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1930s Japanese Showa Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Tall Prem Collection Soft Blue Glazed Artisan Ceramic Vase with Flaring Neck
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large Prem Collection blue glazed artisan ceramic vase from the mid 20th century with flaring neck. Created in Chiang Mai, northern Thailand during the Midcentury period, this larg...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Large Japanese Vintage Kutani Style Scalloped Palace Vase with Court Scenes
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large Japanese vintage Kutani style palace vase from the mid-20th century, with court scenes and scalloped top. Created in Japan during the midcentury...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Ceramic Shiwan Tea Dispenser Jar with Engraved Characters, c. 1950
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This lidded container of earthenware features a green glaze, known as 'Shiwan Ware' from China's Shiwanzhen district near Guangdong. It was originally used as a tea dispenser hence the small hole on its lower front side. The engraved characters on the front side directly translate to "clear tea" and are placed within an engraved frame. The jar green glaze fluctuates under various lighting conditions. A dispensing jar such as this one is rare and far less abundant than other more abundant Shiwan ware jars such as medicine jars...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Other Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Export Porcelain Comport Sang-de-boeuf mottled red monochrome, Ca 1940
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very decorative Chinese Export Comport on a footed base, with a monochrome ox blood red "Sang-de-boeuf" glaze, with a beautiful mottled glaze, which we date to the mid 20th...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

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Porcelain

Large Porcelain Vase, Japan Mid 20th Century
Located in Bochum, NRW
Large porcelain vase, Japan, mid 20th century. Richly decorated with flowers and birds. Enhanced with moriage enamel accents. Hand-painted. Good over al...
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1940s Japanese Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Exquisite Hand Painted Japanese Satsuma Lidded Bowl
Located in San Francisco, CA
Exquisite Hand Painted Japanese Satsuma Lidded Bowl A stunning lidded Japanese Satsuma bowl, likely Meiji period, completely hand painted inside and out. This could be used on your ...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Ceramics

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Porcelain

Turkish Ottoman Scene Polychrome Hand Painted Ceramic Vase Kutahya
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A small Kütahya style polychrome hand painted and handcrafted glazed ceramic decorative vase with an Ottoman scene. This is an intricately, hand painted vase that was made in Marmara, Turkey: Kütahya is famous for its kiln products, such as tiles and pottery, which are glazed and multicolored. It has a beautifully hand painted scene with Ottomans princes enjoying the outdoors, surrounded by flowers in burgundy, turquoise, light and dark blue and green foliage. An Islamic ceramic...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Moorish Ceramics

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Ceramic

Japanese Raku Blue and Grey Ceramic Vase Stamped with Monogram
Located in Kastrup, DK
Japanese artist. Raku-fired ceramic vase. Glaze in shades of blue and gray. Stamped with monogram at the bottom. A beautiful and decorative vase. Japan, 1930-1950. Year: 1930...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Modern Ceramics

Materials

Clay

Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs Hand Carved Hardstone Good Colour and Detail, Ca 1940
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
These are a very good pair of antique Chinese foo or lion dogs, sometimes called temple lions made of a hardstone, hand carved with fine detail and polished, dating to the mid 20th c...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Stone

Blue and White Ceramic Chinese Pot with Lid
Located in Dallas, TX
This blue and white ceramic Chinese pot is decorated in Classic blue spiraling vines sprouting from a center flower on a white background. There is also an animal figure laying down ...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Squared Fantail Vases with Egrets Beneath Lotus
Located in Chicago, IL
Defined by angular shoulders and a flared lip, this pair of tall porcelain vases offer a charming variation of the classic Chinese phoenix-tail vase form. Each vase is patterned with...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Sang De Boeuf, Ormolu Mounted Vase, by Rookwood 1936, Now as a Lamp, Dark Glaze
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Sang de Boeuf, Ormolu Mounted Vase, by Rookwood Pottery 1936, now as a Lamp, Light Glaze Beautiful glazed vase raised on four ormolu elegant paw feet, attributed to E.F. Caldwell (O...
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1930s American Chinese Export Vintage Ceramics

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Ormolu

Japanese Abstract Terracotta Blue Glazed Figural Sculptural Vase
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-1117 Scandinavian blue glazed terracotta abstract sculptural vase.
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1960s Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Terracotta

Large Chinese Vintage Altar Vase with Grey Crackle Finish and Flaring Neck
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese vintage extra large grey altar vase from the mid 20th century, with crackle finish. Created in China during the midcentury period, this extra large vase features a flaring ...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Vases
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of mid 20th century Chinese cloisonné over ceramic vases. This fun and whimsical pair depicts carp fish in a water scene with possible lotus leaf or lily pad and other water cre...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Thai Celadon Vase, Mid 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A hand-made ceramic vase from Thailand, Mid-20th Century. Ribbed shape, tapered neck, classic Celadon green crackle finish.
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1950s Thai Other Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Celadon

Vintage Chinese Hand Painted Porcelain Palace Jar, circa 1960 with Phoenix Motif
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Chinese palace jar from the mid-20th century, handmade and painted on porcelain and topped with an animal figure. This tall jar features a phoenix...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japan, Set of Two Japanese Vases for Flower Arrangement, Ikebana
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare ceramic set of hand made vases Japanese flower arrangements. Very attractive even without flowers. Hand made, hand painted and signed by the ar...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Showa Period Green Ground Cloisonne Vase
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Showa period green ground cloisonne vase, with two white and pink orchids, chrome mounts. Attributed to Ando. Japanese, circa 1950.  
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1950s Japanese Showa Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Oxblood Glazed Chinese Altar Vases with Unglazed Rims, Sold Individually
Located in Yonkers, NY
Our vintage oxblood glazed colored altar vases from the mid 20th century make for striking additions to our vast collection of antique and vintage vases...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Showa Period Rich Cream Ground Musen Cloisonne Enamel Vase by Ando
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Showa period rich cream ground musen cloisonne enamel vase with Mount Fuji by Ando, the snowy mountain rising above stands of fir trees, with impressed wire Ando mark. Japanese, ci...
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1930s Japanese Showa Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Enamel

Chinese Ceramic Pickling Jar Jade Green, c. 1950
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This glazed Chinese ceramic jar was once used for pickling foods. It features a jade green finish and outer surface that features a ribbed texture. A great example of Chinese pottery...
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1950s Chinese Qing Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Life-Size Italian Black and White Great Dane Dog Ceramic Sculptures
Located in New York, NY
A majestic pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian life-size black and white ceramic Great Dane dogs depicted in two different seated stances on black ba...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Ceramic

Hand Painted Vintage Japanese Sake Bottle
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully shaped and glazed hand painted Japanese sake bottle with gorgeous calligraphy. A wonderful shelf piece. Japan, circa 1960. CR1006a.
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

First Half 20th Century Chinese Powder Blue Ginger Jar Lamp
Located in Hudson, NY
This fine powder blue monochrome porcelain jar/lamp was made circa 1940 and mounted in gilded fittings at the time from a 20th-century ginger jar. The jar may be older or it may be o...
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Mid-20th Century Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Vintage Large Porcelain Platter with Oxblood Color
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large Chinese vintage porcelain platter from the mid-20th century, with oxblood color. Created in China during the mid-century period, this...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Rare Porcelain Commemorative Vases by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of porcelain vases in classic form, decorated with underglaze blue and copper red painting by Imperial potter Makuzu Kozan. Also known as Miyagawa Kozan (1842–1916), Makuzu was one of the most established and collected ceramist known to the west from Meiji Period. The vases are in a classic Chinese form called "Bang Chu Ping" (grain-mallet vase...
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1910s Japanese Japonisme Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Asian Garden Seat in Blue and White Floral Motifs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Asian ceramic garden seat or end table in blue and white floral motif. Blue and white Chinese style ceramic garden stool with hand-painted striking floral chinoiserie floral art work...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Shoji Hamada Mingei Kakiyu Kaki Glaze Vase with Original Signed and Sealed Box
Located in Studio City, CA
An exquisite, beautifully crafted, and designed gourd vase by master Japanese potter Shoji Hamada, which features a fine example of his famed rich Kaki or persimmon glaze. The original Hamada stamped/sealed and signed box is included. Rare to find such a beautiful piece in such impeccable condition with its original signed box. Hamada named this vase Kaki-Yu-Kabin (flower vase with Kakiyu glaze). A very rare form. One Japanese ceramic dealer whom we know said he had only seen one or two other examples like this by Hamada before. This work is sure to shine in any Japanese pottery/art collection or setting. Shoji Hamada was designated a Living National Treasure in Japan in 1955. In 1968 he received Japan's highest artistic award the Order of Culture. His work can be found in collections and museums worldwide including Tokyo’s Japan Folk Art Museum and The Tate Museum...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Chinese Turquoise Dayazhai Style Double Lozenge Jardiniere, Mid-20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A finely painted Chinese Dayazhai style turquoise glazed double lozenge shaped porcelain jardiniere and underplate with grisaille and gilt decoration,...
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Mid-20th Century Asian Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Midcentury Stoneware Foo Dogs / Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair of vintage tan, cream and blue foo dogs, circa 1970s. Excellent condition and patina; the pair is made of pottery and would make great b...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Striking Cloisonné Enamel Vase by Ota Hiroaki
By Ota Hiroaki
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A striking cloisonné enamel vase with gold and green gin-bari decoration by Ota Hiroaki, the body with a continuous frieze of scrolling green leaves and flowerheads on a white ground...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Round Brass Container with Removable Ceramic Painted Chinoiserie Crane Lid
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Round ceramic and brass container with a brass bottom and removable lid with ceramic top. Top features a blue and white ceramic or porcelain lid with floral hand-painted and glazed d...
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1950s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Brass

Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Vase from Modern Official Kiln
Located in Atlanta, GA
Dubbed as production of the "Chinese Modern Official Kiln", a small group of porcelains of the highest standard were produced in Jingdezhen from 1962-1967, The production was aimed as a revival of the Chinese porcelain after the foundation of the Republic in 1949 in order to serve the purpose of decorating the meeting halls for the newly renewed diplomatic relations around the globe. The best available materials and artists, including the painters and potters, were employed to achieve a high quality that rivaled the pieces produced during the pinnacle years in the porcelain production in the previous Qing dynasty. Due to the breakout of the Cultural Revolution, most of the pieces failed to be used as intended. Most if not all signatures, such as found on this vase, were added later as a hallmark to distinguish them. "Zhong Nai Hai Huai Ren Tang Treasures Porcelain Research Bureau year of 1962". Zhong Nai Hai is the residential and working compound for Chinese political elites in Beijing and Huai Ren Hall being an important meeting hall. The pieces from "Modern Official Kiln" ubiquitously showcase perfectly balanced forms with precision in symmetry. The use of very high quality Gaolin clay resulted in a semi translucent body, often quite thinly potted. The superbly underglaze paint were sandwiched between a pre-applied glaze and then an overglaze, and the elaborate designs were drawn by master painters. Often, there is a hidden red Chinese National Emblem on the interior wall. These features were all well reflected in this piece. The decoration of the blue paint on the vase is of a classic regal composition and the cobalt blue is of a vivid radiating color. Blooming peonies, an old laurel tree with blossom and scholar rocks provide the background and anchor for a pair of peasants. One raises its head to crow while the other one looks down. These motifs are commonly found in classic Chinese scroll paintings, a genre called "Flower and Bird Painting". On the back of the vase, there are Chairman Mao's head portrait watermarked in the glaze as well as a cursive poem with a collection number as shown. For a pair of blue and white vase of the same production, see sale by Singapore International Auction PTE ltd on July 21st, 2019 lot 2014. For a pair of blue and white urns...
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1960s Chinese Modern Vintage Ceramics

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Porcelain

Large Vintage Indonesian Pottery Vase from Madura with Distressed Brown Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large vintage Indonesian pottery vase from Madura, with distressed brown and black patina. Created in Madura off of the northeastern coast of Java during the midcentury period, thi...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Blue and White Porcelain Wash Basin with Cobalt Blue Patina and Floral Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
Vintage Thai blue and white porcelain wash basins with cobalt blue patina and floral motifs, priced and sold individually (four available). Each a...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Cloisonné Enamel and Brass Bowl with Flowers and Birds
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful, striking, and colorful vintage cloisonné enamel and brass bowl with spider chrysanthemum flowers and bird design, circa 1960s, 1970s, Asia, China. Beautifully made brass metal and enamel work. Enamel bowl depicts flowers, leaves and birds, with colors yellow, pink/white, emerald green, kelly green, black, blue, and red. Very good condition as shown in images. Measures: 6" diameter. Wicker stool/ottoman shown in images, search 1stdibs ID#: LU1314219557072 (SOLD.) Pair brass birds...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Japanese Mid-Century Modern Studio Pottery Vase
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Mid-Century Modern art studio pottery vase with luster glaze on diminutive tripod legs.
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Chinese Ceramic 'Shiwan' Oil Lamp / Candle Holder, Green Glaze, c. 1950
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Shiwan ware oil lamp from the Mid-20th century features a green glaze. Shiwan ware is a style of Chinese pottery from the Shiwanzhen district near Gua...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Green Glazed Ceramic Oil Storage Jar / Planter, c. 1950
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderful green glaze adorns this mid-20th century Chinese ceramic oil storage jar. The characters on its front side translate to "Used Oil". It features a button styled pattern on...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Late Republic Period Bowl On Stand Decorated in Enamel Colors
Located in Hudson, NY
This nice medium-sized bowl has underglaze and overglaze painted details and was made circa 1945 to 1950. It is decorated in an asymmetrical pattern of prunus and chrysanthemums with...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain, Rosewood

Chinese Vintage Green Glazed Vase with Raised Floral and Bird Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese vintage green glazed vase from the mid-20th century, with raised floral decor and distressed patina. Created in China during the midcentury period, this flower vase feature...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

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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