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Ceramics For Sale
Style: Neoclassical
Style: Chinoiserie
Pair Italian Chinoiserie Porcelain Nodding Head Figures, Mid 20th Century, Italy
Located in Austin, TX
A fine pair of Italian porcelain chinoiserie nodding head figures of a Chinese Mandarin couple, made for the Marbo Lamp Company, circa 1960's, Inl...
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1960s Italian Chinoiserie Vintage Ceramics

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Porcelain

Carlton Ware England 'Temple' Pattern Octagonal Vase, circa 1925
Located in Pymble, NSW
A superbly hand decorated 'Temple' pattern vase from circa 1925 in near perfect condition having been in only the one collection since purchase in the 1930s. Oriental scene of figure...
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1920s English Chinoiserie Vintage Ceramics

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Ceramic

Antique French Creamware Lions 18th Century
Located in Katonah, NY
We are thrilled to offer this exceptional pair of creamware lions, each elegantly resting on a tall base adorned with sumptuous swags of dark blue "curtains" with gleaming yellow tassels and trim. Crafted in France, these figures are unparalleled and truly a masterpiece of 18th-century creamware. They date back to the late 18th century, circa 1790. Each lion's head and mane is exquisitely painted with vibrant yellow and lined in striking midnight brown. Their mouths are painted in delicate pink, adding an extra touch of charm. Not only are these lions a sight to behold, but they will also bring a touch of humor to your home. Their jovial expressions make it impossible not to laugh along with them. Leisurely resting on cushions draped with rich fabric and tassels, these friendly lions exude a very French attitude, seamlessly blending formality and friendliness. Placed on a mantel, they would undoubtedly be the focal point of any room, commanding attention, and admiration from all who see them. These lions are genuinely a one-of-a-kind treasure that is not to be missed. Dimensions: 6.5 inches tall x 6.75 inches long x 4.5 inches wide Condition: Excellent Price: $3200 Background of creamware Creamware is the name given to a type of earthenware pottery initially made from white clays from Dorset and Devonshire combined with an amount of calcined flint. Creamware was first produced in England sometime before 1740. Foremost of the pioneers of creamware in the Staffordshire Potteries was Thomas Whieldon. The young Josiah Wedgwood partnered with Thomas Whieldon from 1754-1759. When Wedgwood left to set up his own business, he immediately directed his efforts to developing creamware. Around the same time, in the mid-18th century, French potters developed their creamware known in France as "Faience Fine...
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Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Antique Ceramics

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Creamware

Georgian Spode Ironstone Shell Dish or Plate Bang Up Pattern No. 2886, Ca 1820
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is an early 19th century stone china (Ironstone pottery) desert dish with a fluted shell shape, produced by Spode and dating from the George 111...
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Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Ceramics

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Ironstone

Creamware Pair of English Flower Holders, 18th Century circa 1780
Located in Katonah, NY
WHY WE LOVE IT: One of our absolute favorites! A pair of 18th-century creamware flower holders complete with stands and covers made in England by Neale & Co. was one of the finest 18...
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Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Ceramics

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Creamware

Gold and Pink Floral Painted Ceramic Plate with Scalloped Edges
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Beautiful floral plate with scalloped edges. The piece features roses and other flora throughout and gold designs around the rim and in center. The bottom reads: Gold Castle made in Occupied Japan...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese American Classical Ceramics

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Ceramic, Porcelain

19th Century Porcelain Huqqa with Bird Paintings
Located in London, GB
This huqqa (or hookah) is a wonderful item which is crafted from porcelain and finely hand painted and parcel gilt. The huqqa was created in the late 19th century, most likely in Rus...
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Late 19th Century Russian Neoclassical Antique Ceramics

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Porcelain

Pair of Early 20th Century Rudolfstadt Vases
Located in London, GB
A pair of Rudolfstadt Porcelain vases, very much in the Royal Worcester style, hand painted with floral subjects on a duck-egg background; the neck and foot of the vases decorated with bisque and gilt scrolls the necks enhanced by a gilt Florentine scroll.
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Early 20th Century German Neoclassical Ceramics

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Porcelain

Ceramic Drug Jar or Syrup Jar, Possibly Italy, 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
The decoration of ceramics in blue tones on a white background was common in Europe as far back as the 17th century (Dutch and English pieces, works in Talavera de la Reina in Spain,...
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18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Ceramics

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Ceramic

Antique B&G "Bing & Grondahl" Bisque Plate after Thorvaldsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Antique B&G (Bing & Grondahl) bisque plate after Thorvaldsen. In perfect condition, 1st. factory quality. Measures: 32 cm. Late 19 century.
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19th Century Danish Neoclassical Antique Ceramics

Porcelain Famille Rose Tea Cup or Soup Set
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful vintage porcelain famille rose three-piece hand-decorated teacup and saucer or soup set with lid, in the Chinoiserie style, circa mid-20th century. The three (3) pieces m...
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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Chinoiserie Ceramics

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Porcelain

Enamel Ceramic Vase Signed Eugène Victor Collinot Toujours, France, circa 1870
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Enamel ceramic vase signed Eugène Victor Collinot Toujours. France, circa 1870.
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Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Carlton Ware Mandarin Tree Vase England, circa 1935
Located in Pymble, NSW
A large Carlton Ware vase from, circa1935 with the Mandarin Tree pattern with the green/black color way variation. Superbly hand painted and gilded in near excellent condition. A cou...
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1930s English Chinoiserie Vintage Ceramics

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Pottery

Pair Antique Plates Showing an Elephant in an Imaginary Asian Setting
Located in Katonah, NY
This pair of antique English dishes show a fabulous bird's eye view of an elephant in an imaginary Asian setting. Two figures ride an Indian el...
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Early 1800s English Chinoiserie Antique Ceramics

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Pearlware

Pair of 19th Century Meissen Busts
Located in London, GB
A fine pair of Meissen porcelain busts modelled as fine ladies in Elizabethan and late 18 century costume, Marie Antoinette and Elisabeth I, circa 1870 (crossed sword in blue undergl...
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Mid-19th Century German Neoclassical Antique Ceramics

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Porcelain

Three Oriental Style English Vases
Located in London, GB
A trio of Oriental style English vases, on a blue background, hand painted with embossed chinoiseries style urns and flowers in the Mason style.
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Mid-19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique B&G 'Bing & Grondahl' Rare Biscuit Figure, Late 19th Century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Antique B&G (Bing & Grondahl) Rare biscuit figure. Measures: 20 cm. x 11 cm. 1st. factory quality, in perfect condition. Marked, late 19th century.
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Late 19th Century Danish Neoclassical Antique Ceramics

Villafeliche Jug, Aragon, Spain, 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Late Baroque pottery jug made and decorated with high temperature glazes over a white slip of tin. These motifs are combined with enameled decorations in relief obtained mold. The typology of the piece combines Italian jug with handle ovoid belly and vertical bow, with the peak jug typically Spanish, characterized by the outgoing peak of the mouth. Decorations reveal the oriental influence, with large floral bouquets arranged asymmetrically and complex landscapes with architecture and palm trees, which remove some figures, such as totally Western. The reasons appear pincelados in manganese black, and colored with ocher, blue, green and red, mainly enamels. Aragon ceramic least a century old will be characterized by a strong own, combined with the influences of personality Talavera and Catalonia. You will have three main centers: Teruel, Muel and Villafeliche, the first two with tradition since the 16th century, and the third created in the late 17th century. The Villafeliche will generally be very popular ceramics...
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18th Century Spanish Neoclassical Antique Ceramics

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Ceramic

J. Bromley for B&G "American Drummer Boy, 1st Maryland, circa 1776"
Located in Copenhagen, DK
J. Bromley for B&G "American Drummer Boy, 1st Maryland, circa 1776". A B&G bisquit figurine. No. 698/750. Measures: Height 38 c...
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20th Century Danish Neoclassical Ceramics

19th Century Sevres Style Trio Jardinieres
Located in London, GB
An unusual trio of jardinière and cache-pots, in the Sevres style, hand-painted with love scenes after Watteau on one side whilst the other side is decorated with flower panels. Each...
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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Ceramics

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Porcelain

Pair Creamware Dishes 18th Century England Painted in Pink & Purple Made c-1785
Located in Katonah, NY
This is a pair of English creamware dishes from the 18th century, created around 1785. The plates display a lovely chinoiserie scene with women selecting accessories. The scene depic...
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Late 18th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Ceramics

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Creamware

B&G / Bing & Grondahl Bisque Figure after Thorvaldsen, circa 1870
Located in Copenhagen, DK
B&G / Bing & Grondahl Bisque figure after Thorvaldsen, circa 1870. In good condition. Stamped: B & G Eneret (indistinct) Measures: 19 x 15.5 cm.
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1870s Danish Neoclassical Antique Ceramics

19th Century, French Clock in the Chinoiserie Style
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century, French clock In the Chinoiserie style. An 8 day pendulum movement that bell strikes on the hour and half hour. Chinese porcelain body in the Kang His style by Samson. T...
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Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Ceramics

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Bronze

Antique Large Biscuit Figure of Semi-Nude Woman in Classical Style
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Antique large biscuit figure of semi-nude woman in classical style. Measures: 37 x 11 cm. Unstamped. In very good condition.
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Ceramics

Copeland Spode Stone China Dinner Plate Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, Ca 1880
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a good stone China (Ironstone) large Dinner Plate, hand painted in the tobacco leaf pattern, number 2061, made by the Copeland (Spode) factory in the 19th century, English Vi...
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19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Ceramics

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Ironstone

1960s French Ceramic Celadon and Ochre Elephant
Located in High Point, NC
A ceramic decoration from 1960s France in the shape of an elephant. A saddle seat and blanket are glazed with celadon hues, laced with powder blue and a was...
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1960s French Chinoiserie Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Antique and Vintage Ceramics

Whether you’re adding an eye-catching mid-century modern glazed stoneware bowl to your dining table or grouping a collection of decorative plates by color for the shelving in your living room, decorating and entertaining with antique and vintage ceramics is a great way to introduce provocative pops of colors and textures to a space or family meals.

Ceramics, which includes pottery such as earthenware and stoneware, has had meaningful functional value in civilizations all over the world for thousands of years. When people began to populate permanent settlements during the Neolithic era, which saw the rapid growth of agriculture and farming, clay-based ceramics were fired in underground kilns and played a greater role as important containers for dry goods, water, art objects and more.

Today, if an Art Deco floor vase, adorned in bright polychrome glazed colors with flowers and geometric patterns, isn’t your speed, maybe minimalist ceramics can help you design a room that’s both timeless and of the moment. Mixing and matching can invite conversation and bring spirited contrasts to your outdoor dining area. The natural-world details enameled on an Art Nouveau vase might pair well with the sleek simplicity of a modern serving bowl, for example.

In your kitchen, your cabinets are likely filled with ceramic dinner plates. You’re probably serving daily meals on stoneware dishes or durable sets of porcelain or bone china, while decorative ceramic dishes may be on display in your dining room. Perhaps you’ve anchored a group of smaller pottery pieces on your mantelpiece with some taller vases and vessels, or a console table in your living room is home to an earthenware bowl with a decorative seasonal collection of leaves, greenery and acorns.

Regardless of your tastes, however, it’s possible that ceramics are already in use all over your home and outdoor space. If not, why? Whatever your needs may be, find a wide range of antique and vintage ceramics on 1stDibs.

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