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Ceramics For Sale
Period: 1960s
Period: Mid-19th Century
Imari White Blue and Gold Porcelain Urn Ginger Jar Vase, circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful vintage Imari white porcelain and turquoise blue and gold urn ginger jar vase or vessel, circa mid-20th century, 1960s, Japan. Japan is known for its fine porcelain; vase is white porcelain, hand painted in turquoise blue, royal blue, green, gold and touches of black. Beautiful details all around as shown in images. With marker's mark and marked "hand painted" on bottom as show in image #13. Very good condition as shown in images. No chips noted. Dimensions: 3.88" Diameter x 4.88" Height. For wicker table shown in images search...
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1960s Japanese Chinoiserie Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Qing Dynasty Chinese Blue & White Porcelain / Ceramic Plate, c. 1850
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Chinese ceramic plate is dominated by a blue-grey glaze and features wonderful hand painted blue strokes. Once used as an every day plate it is now a great example of Chinese ce...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Late Edo Period Imari Pheasant Plate
Located in Fukuoka, JP
This striking Imari ware plate (SKU: ZD48) is an outstanding representation of late 18th to 19th-century Japanese porcelain artistry, capturing the refined beauty and detailed crafts...
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Porcelain Plate Ching Dinasty
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Pure, simple, elegant, antique from '800 Ching dinasty: a bleu porcelain dish to put everywhere, to admire and to use when you wish to offer something to your guests. Look all collec...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Other Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Famille Rose Pair of Elephant Candlesticks or Josh Sticks.
Located in Gainesville, FL
Chinese famille rose pair of candlesticks or josh sticks shaped as caparisoned elephants. The pair is finely decorated and gilded.
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1850s Chinese Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Imari Porcelain Lidded Bowl Jewelry Box
Located in Pearland, TX
A fine and rare lidded and hinged Imari bowl with ormolu fittings, set atop three ornamented feet. Perfect for jewelry, trinkets, or sweets.
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Export Porcelain Vase Blue & White Hand Painted 31cm, 19thC Qing Tongzhi
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a beautiful, fairly tall 31+cm, Chinese Export, blue and white porcelain Baluster Vase, which we date to the 19th century, Qing Tongzhi period, Circa 1870. This is a well ha...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique 19th c Chinese Dream Stone Scholar Literati Poem Inscribed Landscape
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A Chinese Landscape Dream Stone. Inscribed with a poem in the 19th century. The stone reminiscent of the Yuan landscapes in the style of Ni Zan. These rock were treasured by Chinese ...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique 19th c Chinese Dream Stone Scholar Literati Poem Inscribed Landscape
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A Chinese Landscape Dream Stone. Inscribed with a poem in the 19th century. The stone reminiscent of the Yuan landscapes in the style of Ni Zan. These rock were treasured by Chinese ...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique 19th c Chinese Dream Stone Scholar Literati Poem Inscribed Landscape
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A Chinese Landscape Dream Stone. Inscribed with a poem in the 19th century. The stone reminiscent of the Yuan landscapes in the style of Ni Zan. These rock were treasured by Chinese ...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique 19th c Chinese Dream Stone Scholar Literati Poem Inscribed Landscape
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A Chinese Landscape Dream Stone. Inscribed with a poem in the 19th century. The stone reminiscent of the Yuan landscapes in the style of Ni Zan. These rock were treasured by Chinese ...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Qing Dynasty Chinese Blue & White Porcelain / Ceramic Plate, c. 1850
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Chinese ceramic plate is dominated by a blue-grey glaze and features wonderful hand painted blue strokes. Once used as an every day plate it...
Category

Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Large Japanese Imari Fluted Charger, Edo/Meiji Period, Mid 19th Century, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A large and impressive Japanese Imari porcelain fluted charger with scalloped rim, signed Kaji(chu?), Edo to Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan. The magnificent Japanese Imari charger measures 25" in diameter, and is decorated in the typical imari palette of underglaze blue with overglaze red, orange, blue, and green enamels with gilt highlights. The large charger also features fluted sides and a scalloped gilt rim. The design of the charger is centered on a central floral medallion with three large chrysanthemum blossoms and vegetal scrolls. Radiating out from the central medallion are various brocade patterned sections that roughly follow the shape of the fluting. Some larger sections feature images of cranes and minogame (turtles with long tails), both symbols of longevity, while other feature dragons and phoenix, symbols of authority and power. Four large reserves depict charming scenes of a scholar and his students within a bamboo grove having discourse and examining scrolls. The back of the charger decorated in underglaze blue with bold floral and vegetal scrolls. With a three character inscription in underglaze blue reading Kaji(chu?) Sei. The charger is fitted with an antique metal hanger...
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

A Rare Edo Period Hirado Porcelain Netsuke, Japan Circa 1850
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The recumbent white porcelain figure of a pug dog shown baring its teeth, decorated by hand with spot painted cobalt detail, the underside with twin holes intended for a cord to pass...
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

1960’s Ceramic Hand Painted Table Lamp by Lotte & Gunnar Bostland
Located in Victoria, BC
We are thrilled to offer this exquisite 1960s Handpainted Ceramic Table Lamp by Lotte and Gunnar Bostland. Adorned with an original fibe...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Monumental Japanese Sake Vessel, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant, large-scale vessel is a Japanese widemouth stoneware jar (kame) traditionally used for storing water and other liquids. This 19th-century example continues traditional ...
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain, Stoneware

Large Qing Dynasty Famille Rose Medallion Platter, Vivid Enamels, Canton c. 1870
Located in Bradenton, FL
Extra large 18 inch Qing Dynasty Famille Rose Medallion platter, Canton c. 1870, polychrome enameled glazes on a hard-paste porcelain body, with 'orange peel' or ju-pi texture, the c...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Edo-Meiji 19th century Japanese mingei Seto stoneware large Ishizara plate
Located in Chiba, JP
ISHIZARA PLATE – Old Japanese mingei Seto stoneware large plate called ‘Ishizara’ (lit. ‘Stone plate’), Edo-Meiji period, 19th century, approx. D 38 x H 6.8cm (14.96 x 2.67in), once ...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Edo-Meiji 19th century Japanese mingei Seto stoneware Ishizara plate
Located in Chiba, JP
ISHIZARA PLATE – Old Japanese mingei Seto stoneware plate called ‘Ishizara’ (lit. ‘Stone plate’), Edo-Meiji period, 19th century, approx. D 33.5 x H 6cm (13.18 x 2.36in), once used a...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Chinese Blue & White Prunus Blossoms Ginger Jar
Located in Chonburi, TH
This antique Chinese Blue & White Prunus Blossoms Covered Ginger Jar from the Qing dynasty, dating from the mid-19th century, is a stunning piece despite missing its lid. The jar fea...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Chinoiserie Framed Ceramic Art Tile 1960s
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautifully framed art piece that evokes style and elegance. This beautiful antique chinoiserie tile is delightfully framed in rich gold velvet and gi...
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1960s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Wood, Fabric, Ceramic

Imari Vase
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a beautifully detailed small Imari vase that is decorated in traditional Japanese elements such as plum blossoms, flower baskets, ho-ho or pho...
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1850s Asian Edo Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Early Meiji Period Porcelain Bowl, circa 1870
Located in Takarazuka, JP
Exceptional Japanese early Meiji period (circa 1870) signed Imari ribbed porcelain Bowl, extremely intricately hand-painted on both sides in cobalt blue underglaze and polychrome en...
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1860s Japanese Meiji Antique Ceramics

Materials

Gold

Chinese Famille Verte Jar with Horseback Riding, Qing Period, Tongzhi Era
Located in seoul, KR
This small, oval-shaped jar features vibrant and striking enamels characteristic of famille verte porcelain. Crafted from an exceptionally refined paste, it belongs to a superior qua...
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1860s Chinese Qing Antique Ceramics

Materials

Enamel

Chinese Porcelain Vase, China Tongzhi Period
Located in Saverne, Grand Est
Rare porcelain vase with polychrome decoration of chimeras standing on a rock above the waves. Four-character mark under the base : "made by Wang Bingrong". China, Tongzhi period.
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1860s Chinese Qing 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

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

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

Chinese Tongzhi Porcelain Vase Decorated in Polychrome Enamels with Bronze Mount
Located in Brisbane, QLD
This exquisite polychrome Chinese vase has been mounted with bronze mounts and has previously been in two private collections. The vase dates to the reign of Chinese Emperor Tongzhi ...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Ceramics

Materials

Bronze

Antique Islamic Persian Painted Relief Tile Falconer Prince Horseback Qajar 1850
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique Persian Islamic Qajar period tile, circa 1850. These tiles were mainly produced in Tehran, the Qajar capital, continuous friezes of rectangular underglaze-painted tile...
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1850s Persian Islamic Antique Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Glazed Pot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ceramic stoneware pot with a crackled green glaze, hailing from mid-18th century China. The color quality here is fabulous—the juiciest, most pellucid marine blue-green, with soft wa...
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1850s Chinese Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Large Japanese Imari Ginger Jars
Located in New York, NY
A large and very fine condition pair of antique Japanese Imari Ginger jars from the second half of the 19th century. Each is 12 inches in diameter and...
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1860s Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Export Armorial Soup Plate from Marquis De Almendares Service, 1842
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chinese Export Armorial Soup Plate from Marquis De Almendares Service, 1842 Made for the Cuban Marquis de Almendares Ignacio Herrera in 1842. A rare example of Chinese Export porc...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Polylobed Cup, Tongzhi Period, China Qing Dynasty
Located in Saverne, Grand Est
Large polylobed porcelain bowl with polychrome decoration with gold highlights of figures in a garden. Note that on the photos one might think that there are chips on the border but they are in reality traces of gilding. A tiny hair of 1 centimeter visible on the inside, otherwise perfect condition ! China Tongzhi...
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1860s Chinese Qing Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Of Satsuma Earthenware Dishes, Japan 19th Century
Located in Saverne, Grand Est
Pair of Satsuma earthenware dishes decorated with warriors. Japan, second half of the 19th century.
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Antique Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware

A pair of 19th Century Chinese blue and white porcelain covered jars
Located in London, GB
A pair of 19th century Chinese blue and white jars and covers with Shi Shi dog knops and moulded Shi Shi dog decoration to the shoulders....
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Porcelain Bowl Famille Rose Pomegranate Blue & White Lanterns Qing 19c
Located in Richmond, CA
This Qing Dynasty Daoguang period famille rose porcelain bowl is a masterful example of Chinese ceramic artistry, reflecting the aesthetic sensibilities and technical prowess of its time. The exterior of the bowl is finely painted in the famille rose palette, featuring a lush floral scene with pomegranates, branches, leaves, and numerous chrysanthemum flowers set in a rocky garden. Each flower is meticulously rendered, capturing the essence of its natural beauty and symbolic significance—pomegranate representing fertility and chrysanthemum symbolizing longevity. Contrasting the vibrant exterior, the interior of the bowl is elegantly decorated in blue and white. At its center is a medallion encircled by double circle marks, a traditional design element that adds depth to the bowl's overall composition. Adding to the interior's charm are four uniquely decorated lanterns, each adorned with flowing ribbons, further enhancing the bowl's visual appeal. The bowl is finely potted, featuring an inverting rim that adds a subtle yet sophisticated touch to its form. Authenticating the piece is a six-character Qing Daoguang mark within a raised footring, confirming its period provenance. This Daoguang bowl...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Sitting Foo Dog Statue
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of 8, Glazed Porcelain
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1960s Chinese Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Export Famille Rose Footed Rooster & Hen Bowl Chop Suey 7.5"
Located in Dayton, OH
An impressive mid 19th century Chinese Export Bowl. Made from porcelain with polychrome rooster and hen design. Features a lobed / scalloped shape with footed base. The interior i...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Export Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Blue & White Chinese Porcelain Vase
Located in North Salem, NY
Old Decorative Chinese Hand Painted Blue & White Porcelain Vase. Circa 1850.
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Mid-19th Century Asian Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Large Japanese Imari Charger 16", Edo / Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A large and charming Japanese imari charger with Chinese boys, Edo to Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan. The large porcelain charger measuring 16" in diameter features high, slo...
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1860s Japanese Meiji Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Large Japanese Imari Charger, Edo/Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A large 18.25" diameter Japanese Imari porcelain charger, Edo to Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan. The large charger of near flattened form and decorated in the typical Imari palette of underglaze blue with red, orange and green overglaze enamels and gilt highlights. The design is centered on a roundel with a dense design of scrolling peony blossoms and leaves in underglaze blue. Two large pictorial reserves of Shinto priests...
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Ceramics

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Porcelain

Japanese Imari Ten Sided Dish, Edo / Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
An unusual Japanese Imari porcelain decagonal (ten sided) dish with underglaze blue and overglaze enamels, Edo to Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan. The ten sided dish features ...
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1860s Japanese Meiji Antique Ceramics

Materials

Enamel

Large Chinese Celadon Vase Decorated With Shishis, China Nineteenth
Located in Saverne, Grand Est
Large porcelain vase with blue decoration on a celadon ground of shishis among the clouds. Height 58cm ! Two chips to the lip. China, 19th century.
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Mid Century Chinese Famille Rose Pink Ceramic Garden Seat Stool Side Table
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Chinese Famille Rose bright colorful ceramic garden seat, stool or occasional side table. Features a round and oblong body with the overall shape tapering slightly at the top...
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1960s Chinoiserie Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

An Impressive Quality Pair Cantonese Famille Rose Medallion Vases 19th Century
Located in London, GB
An impressive high quality pair of Cantonese Famille Rose medallion vases. Each having wonderful bold colours, the inset hand painted panels depicting interior scenes of courtiers an...
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1860s Chinese Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Finest Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Vase Qing Daoguang Mark 19th Century
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Antique Chinese Famille Rose Vase with Hand-Painted Enamels and Inscription - Exquisite Artwork from the Daoguang Period This extrem...
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1840s Chinese Antique Ceramics

Materials

Enamel

Pair of Mid-19th Century/Qing Dinasty of Enameled Chinese Porcelain Figurines
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of Mid-19th century/Qing dinasty enameled chinese porcelain figurines depicting a laughing boy kneeling and another lying down By: unknown Material...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ceramics

Materials

Enamel

Thai Ceramic Vase, Mid 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
A ceramic vase from Thailand, with light cream glaze and painted floral decorations. Mid 19th Century. While the golden age of Thai ceramics ended around the 15-16th Centuries, Tha...
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1850s Thai Other Antique Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware

Hand-decorated Chinese Royal Satsuma ceramic vases, 1960s
Located in Manzano, IT
Hand-decorated Chinese Royal Satsuma ceramic vases, 1960s Stile Vintage Periodo del design 1960 - 1969 Production period Unknown, 1960 - 1969 Year of manufacture 1960 Country of prod...
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1960s Chinese Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Export Rose Mandarin Sauce Tureen And Underplate
Located in Essex, MA
Well painted with oval cover with finial over conforming body with handles and conforming tray.
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1850s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Hand Enamelled Earthenware Sleeve Vase Signed Ixia
Located in Nova Scotia, NS
This unique hand-enamelled earthenware sleeve vase is decorated in enamel relief of an archaistic style with clouds, flowers, leaves, and an abstract rende...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ceramics

Materials

Enamel

Pair of Chinese Famille Rose Decorated Porcelain Vases w/ Foo Dog Handles 1800s
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite Pair of Century Chinese Famille Rose Decorated Porcelain Vases with Striking Foo Dog Handles, 1800s. Presenting an awe-inspiring and opulent duo of antique Famille Rose Chinese Porcelain vases, adorned with elaborate motifs and breathtaking craftsmanship. Standing almost waist-high, these vases command attention with their majestic presence and captivating artistry. The prominent aqua background, gracefully envelops each vase, setting the stage for an enchanting display of visual splendor. Delicate white rectangular panels on the neck of each vase feature whimsical scenes portraying highly detailed pheasants, resplendent flowers, intricate foliage, and gracefully entwined tree limbs. The necks culminate in a tulip-edged gold dipped design, lavishly adorned with turquoise enamel that gracefully flows from the lips of the vases into the very heart of their being. The body of each vase showcases larger white rectangular panels, showcasing meticulously hand-painted graceful tree limbs, vibrant pheasants, sprightly sparrows, and charming lyre birds. Amidst this lively scene, an array of multi-colored flowers and leaves effortlessly breathe life into the composition, while charming aqua blue funghi add a touch of whimsy to the spectacle. The aqua background of the remaining surfaces of the vases, is skillfully adorned with enamels in relief, showcasing a plethora of resplendent hand-painted multi-toned colorful blossoms and foliate, meticulously hand painted in mild relief and scattered to create an elegantly harmonious and evenly spread-out design. Gracing the upper belly of each vase, magnificent tiny dragons take center stage in intricate high relief, lavishly painted with 24K gold enamel. Their sinuous forms and exquisite detailing bring a sense of majestic energy to the vases, adding a touch of awe-inspiring grandeur. However, it is the handles of these vases that truly steal the limelight. Crafted with unparalleled artistry, they feature larger Foo Dogs...
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1860s Chinese Qing Antique Ceramics

Materials

Gold

Chinese Export Famille Rose Porcelain Sauce Tureen And Underplate
Located in Essex, MA
Oval with cover and under tray. Detailed painting with a C monogram.
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1850s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Circa 1860 Lozenge Shaped Imari Charger
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1860 lozenge shaped Imari Charger, central medallion with birds surrounded by alternating panels with an ancient tortoise & groups of cranes. The reverse well painted. Base rim...
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1860s Japanese Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Circa 1860 Lozenge Shaped Imari Charger
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1860 lozenge shaped Imari Charger. Quadruple quadrants with alternating birds in landscape & naturalistic motifs, surrounding a central medallion of a tea table in garden. Reve...
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1860s Japanese Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Chinese Hand-Painted Vase, 1960s
Located in Manzano, IT
Vaso cinese in ceramica anni ‘60 dipinti a mano
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1960s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Important Japanese Arita 'Imari' Porcelain Dish Decorated with Birds, Japan Edo
Located in Saverne, Grand Est
Important Arita porcelain dish, polychrome decoration with gilt highlights, of two birds among peonies. The reverse is signed "Zoshuntei Sanpo Zu". Japan, Mid-19th Century.
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

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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