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Porcelain For Sale
11 Royal Copenhagen Christmas Plates from 1990-2000
Located in Copenhagen, DK
11 Royal Copenhagen Christmas plates from 1990-2000. Measure: Diameter: 18.5 cm. In excellent condition. Stamped. 1st factory quality.
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1990s Danish Porcelain

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Porcelain

Contemporary Set of 2 Dessert Plates Gold Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware
Located in Roma, RM
Hand painted in Italy from the finest porcelain, this Scipione dessert plate has the rim sprinkled with a light decor of golden dots and thin circles all around; all around the edge,...
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2010s Italian Modern Porcelain

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Porcelain

Set of Six Japanese Contemporary Gilded Blue Red Porcelain Cup and Saucers
Located in Takarazuka, JP
Exquisite set of six Japanese contemporary gilded hand-painted porcelain cups and saucers in vivid red, blue and green generously decorated with gold. The pattern of this stunning set, scalloped around the rim of the cup and saucer, is inspired by a beloved pattern by Meissen in Germany. Imari-Arita region of Japan has a history of more than 400 years of exporting the finest porcelain produced in that region. There was a fascination for Arita ware...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Porcelain

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Gold

Thomas Rosenthal, Germany, Medallion Onyx Grey large serving bowl with lid 1970s
Located in London, GB
Medallion ‘Onyx Grey’ large serving bowl with lid Produced c 1970s by Thomas, a subsidiary/division of Rosenthal, Germany Ceramic Excellent condition L 25 cm, Diam 21 cm, H 13 cm, W...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Porcelain

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Ceramic

Wedgwood Black Basalt Arabesques Pitcher Jug 19th Century
Located in Nottingham, GB
Wedgwood Black Basalt Arabesques Pitcher Jug 19th Century Good condition, as seen. From a private collection. Wedgwood Black Basalt is a type of stoneware developed by the renowned ...
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19th Century Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Hortense Richard (1858-1940) “Marguerite of Faust” Painting on Porcelain, c.1890
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A Universal Exhibition Painting on Plaque after the painter James Bertrand Hand-painted Polychromed Painting on Porcelain Plaque Representing The Marguerite of Faust Signed Lower Left Titled on the reverse: “Marguerite Folle d’Après James Bertrand, Exposition Universelle 1889” After the painting by James Bertrand "The Marguerite of Faust" In its original frame Circa 1890 Faust and Marguerite Faust is tired of his old life and wants to kill himself. In a final burst of bitter anger, he invokes the devil. The devil appears in the guise of Mephistopheles and offers him a pact: he will grant him what he desires most in the world in exchange for his servitude. Faust asks him for youth and his help in seducing Marguerite. When he achieves his goal, bound by his contract with the devil, Faust abandons the latter who is waiting for her child. Filled with remorse, he returns to her, but kills Valentin, Marguerite's brother who tries to stop him, during a duel. He then tries to save the life of Marguerite who is imprisoned for infanticide, but he fails. Like this multifaceted character, the vocal treat-ment chosen by Gounod is differentiated: sometimes very lyrical with touching flights, sometimes very cold and repetitive to evoke her detachment from the world of men. Marguerite is young and naive. She lets herself be seduced by the charming and mysterious character of Faust and thus causes her own downfall as well as that of her family (her brother and her child will die). Hortense Richard (1858-1940) Marie Sophie Hortense Jeanne Schrenk was born in Charonne in 1858, the natural daughter of Louise Christine Frederika Schrenk and an unnamed father. Her mother, a German born in Stuttgart, officially recognized her in August 1879. A few days later, Hortense married his fellow painter Désiré Alfred Magne...
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1890s French Napoleon III Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain, Wood

19th Century French Sevres Style Cobalt Porcelain Lidded “Courting” Dish
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning 19th century french Sevres style porcelain “Courting” Scene covered dish and under plate.
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Late 19th Century Antique Porcelain

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Enamel

Meissen Three-Tiered Porcelain Dessert Stand with Figural Finial
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This wonderful three-tiered Meissen dessert stand is decorated with hand-painted floral reserves and pierced graduated plates with magenta borders. Per...
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Early 20th Century German Porcelain

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Porcelain, Paste

Theodor Madsen for Royal Copenhagen, Rare Porcelain Figurine, Colossal Elephant
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Theodor Madsen for Royal Copenhagen. Rare porcelain figurine. Colossal elephant. Dated circa 1910. Model number 447. Measures: 42 x 30 cm. In very good condition. Stamped.   
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1910s Danish Vintage Porcelain

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Porcelain

Porcelain gravy boat with gold powder, hand painted, Vista Alegre
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Porcelain gravy boat, Vista Alegre, Portugal, 1960/1970s Superb porcelain gravy boat, hand painted and covered with gold powder. It consists of its lid and a small plate. In excellen...
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1970s Portuguese Regency Vintage Porcelain

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Gold

A Sèvres Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Bonbonnière, 19th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A Sèvres porcelain and gilt bronze bonbonnière, 19th century. A Sèvres porcelain and gilt bronze bonbonniere, 19th century, Napoleon III period. H: 27cm, W: 21cm, D: 18cm
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Porcelain

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Bronze

Small Royal Copenhagen Blue Flower Salt and Pepper Bowl, Model Number 10/8150
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Small Royal Copenhagen blue flower salt and pepper bowl. Model number 10/8150. Measures: 10 x 7.5 cm. In excellent condition. Stamped. 1st fa...
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20th Century Danish Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Bing & Grøndahl Porcelain Figurine, Sitting German Shepherd
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Antique Bing & Grøndahl porcelain figurine. Sitting German Shepherd. Model number 2197. Early 20th century. Measures: 9.5 x 7 cm. In excellent condition. Stamped. 1st factory q...
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Early 20th Century Danish Porcelain

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Porcelain

18th Century, Lowestoft English Porcelain Trinket Box
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
18th century, English porcelain trinket box hand decorated in polychrome glazes and inscribed: "A Trifle from Lowestoft 1795".
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18th Century English George III Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Samuel Alcock Plate, Inverted Shell, Flowers, Provenance G.A.Godden Regency 1822
Located in London, GB
This is a very striking and rare square dessert serving dish made by Samuel Alcock, circa 1822. The dish has a hand painted flower landscape in an unusual style. The dish has provena...
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1820s English Regency Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Royal Copenhagen "Blue Flowers" Gold Rimmed Porcelain Compote or Cake Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
Royal Copenhagen (Danish, founded 1775), circa 1970. A vintage Royal Copenhagen porcelain compote or cake stand. The piece features...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Porcelain

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Porcelain

Royal Copenhagen Blue Flower Curved. Set of six coffee cups with saucers.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Royal Copenhagen Blue Flower Curved. A set of six coffee cups with saucers. Model 10/1546. Dating: 1950s. First factory quality. Perfect condition. Marked. Cup: H 6.0 cm x D 6.5 cm w...
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1950s Danish Vintage Porcelain

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Porcelain

Sultan's Journey Valide Porcelain Plate by Patch NYC for Les-Ottomans
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
The Sultan's Journey is an inspiring collection created by Patch NYC for Les-Ottomans that recreates, through characters, the magic world of the Sultans and Ottoman Empire. This Val...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Porcelain

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Porcelain

Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica sauce boat on a pedestal with a leaf-shaped handle
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica sauce boat on a pedestal with a leaf-shaped handle. 24-karat gold decoration. Dating: 1967. Model 20/3556. Perfect condition. First factory quality. Mar...
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1960s Danish Neoclassical Vintage Porcelain

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Porcelain

Pair of Antique German or Austrian Porcelain Female Figurines Harvesting Grapes
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of antique porcelain figurines are marked on their respective bases, but the specific maker cannot be identified. It is presumed this pair of figurines was made in either G...
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Late 19th Century German Late Victorian Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Meissen, Large Round Tureen with Lid, Hand Painted with Flowers, Late 19th C.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Meissen, large round tureen with lid. hand painted with flowers. Late 19th century. In perfect condition. Third factory quality. Marked. Dimensions: L 33.0 x H 17.0 cm.  
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Late 19th Century German Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Richard Ginori 33-Piece Gilt Demitasse Service
Located in Vista, CA
33-piece white and green porcelain Richard Ginori demitasse service for 8, with gilt trim, scalloped rims and brand stamp at undersides. Includes 12 d...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Porcelain

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Porcelain

Year Plate by Eduardo Paolozzi for Rosenthal, 1978
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing bisque porcelain year plate, designed by Eduardo Paolozzi for Rosenthal, 1978, number 1620 from a limited series of 3000, complete with certificate and original box.
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Porcelain

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Porcelain

Piero Fornasetti Eva / Eve Porcelain Plate # 3, Signed
Located in Kansas City, MO
Piero Fornasetti Eva / Eve porcelain dinner plate number 3. Signed. Never used as a dinner plate.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Porcelain

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Porcelain

Ikat Porcelain Dessert Plates - Set of 6, Made in Italy
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Ikat patterns are an integral part of our colorful world, celebrating the beauty of this timeless design. Inspired by its rich heritage, we’ve transformed some of our most iconic Ikat designs into a vibrant porcelain plate collection. Handmade in Italy, this set of 6 plates is perfect for adding a joyful, playful touch to your tableware collection or as stunning decorative wall pieces. These plates are designed to bring elegance and delight to every dining experience. Made in Italy 100% Porcelain Hand-applied decal Set of 6 Ikat Plates...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Porcelain

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Porcelain

Teapot, Creamer, Sugar Nantgarw Porcelain, circa 1815
By Nantgarw Pottery, Moses Webster
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
An exceptionally rare teapot, sugar and creamer in Nantgarw’s superb soft-paste porcelain. Each piece is gilded and decorated in one of the London workshops with superb flower painti...
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1810s Welsh Regency Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Rare and Special Palatial Pair of Late 19th Century Sèvres Porcelain Mirrors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A very rare and special palatial pair of late 19th century Sèvres style porcelain mirrors Each mirror is made up of over 20 fantastic individually handcrafted pieces of porcelain....
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Porcelain

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Glass, Giltwood, Porcelain

B&G, Bing and Grondahl Saxon Flower, Six Dinner Plates Decorated with Flowers
Located in Copenhagen, DK
B&G, Bing & Grondahl Saxon flower. Six dinner plates decorated with flowers and gold rim. Approximately 1920s. In perfect condition. Marked. First factory quality. Dimensions: ...
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1920s Danish Vintage Porcelain

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Porcelain

Set of 7 Vintage Oyster Plates
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A set of 7 swimmingly darling vintage oyster plates in cream and taupe.
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1940s North American Vintage Porcelain

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Porcelain

Royal Crown Derby Ceramic Pheasant Bird Saucer or Vide Poche, England
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A lovely Royal Crown Derby saucer plate with a bird pattern and gold rim. Great for use at a dinner table, or as a small vide poche. Marked at bottom: Royal Crown Derby Made i...
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20th Century English American Classical Porcelain

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Porcelain

Royal Copenhagen Blue Flower. Set of six coffee cups with saucers.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Royal Copenhagen Blue Flower. A set of six coffee cups with saucers. Model 10/1546. Dating: 1950s. First factory quality. In perfect condition. Marked. Cup: Height 6.0 cm x Diameter ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Porcelain

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Porcelain

Pair Large Art Nouveau Sevres Style Pseudo-Cloisonne Enameled Vases
Located in New York, NY
Our pair of ormolu bronze-mounted Sevres style vases are distinguished by their extraordinary pseudo-cloisonne enamel designs and exquisitely painted portraits of maidens and neoclas...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Bronze

18th Century Worcester Tea Saucer
Located in Toledo, OH
18th century Worcester tea saucer in a Chinese design with a seated woman and child in front of urns filled with flowers and fruit, and a tea set in front. 5" diameter. Marked on the...
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Late 18th Century Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Contemporary Charger Plate Gold Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware
Located in Roma, RM
Hand painted in Italy from the finest porcelain, this Scipione charger plate has the rim sprinkled with a light decor of golden dots and thin circles all around, all around the edge, a narrow, African red rim, punctuated with golden dots; at the center very delicate splotches of pink and light blue with sprinkles of golden dots. Charger rim plate, measures: Ø31cm - 12.2in Villa Borghese, Scipione collection Hand painted porcelain Hand painted 24-karat gold Made in Italy First introduced at Milan Design Week 2018, the Scipione line is named after a hall of the Borghese Gallery in Rome and evokes ancient Roman military...
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2010s Italian Modern Porcelain

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Porcelain

Augarten Vienna Porcelain Figurine Nude
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Lovely porcelain figurine of a nude by the Augarten Porcelain Manufacture of Vienna, Austria. Marked with the company logo on the base. In excellent condition. Some museum wax and st...
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20th Century Austrian Porcelain

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Porcelain

Set of Twelve Meissen Porcelain Plates with Putti and Heavenly Scenes
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous and pristine set of twelve neoclassical style 19th century Meissen Porcelain plates hand painted with putti, fruit, garland, and heavenly scenes. The center of each plate ...
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1860s German Neoclassical Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Meissen Splendour Clock With Gardener Figures On Pedestal by Leuteritz, Ca 1880
Located in Vienna, AT
The clock and the pedestal were designed by Leuteritz using old forms in the Rococo style: The clock case rises on a rock base with gold heightened rocailles, richly decorated with d...
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1880s German Rococo Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Ginori Luke Edward Hall's "Il Viaggio Di Nettuno" Set of Two Tea Cups, 2023
Located in Cagliari, IT
The "Il Viaggi di Nettuno" pattern is inspired by Luke Edward Hall’s love of Greco-Roman mythology, and particularly Neptune, the Roman god of the sea, and...
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2010s Italian Modern Porcelain

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Porcelain

Large, Rare, Antique Meissen Pogade in Hand Painted Porcelain, Late 19th Century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Large, rare and antique Meissen figure in hand painted porcelain with mobile head, tongue and hands. Museum quality, late 19th century. In very good condition Measures: 30 x 26.5 ...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Porcelain

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Metal

Royal Copenhagen, six Saxon Flower deep plates in porcelain.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Royal Copenhagen, six Saxon Flower deep plates in porcelain. Hand-painted with various polychrome flower motifs. Model number 493/1616. Approximately 1950. Marked. First factory qual...
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1950s Danish Vintage Porcelain

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Porcelain

Meissen, Germany, Pink Indian. Porcelain mocha (demitasse) pot.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Meissen, Germany, Pink Indian. Porcelain mocha (demitasse) pot. Hand-painted. Approximately from the 1930s. Marked. Perfect condition. Third factory quality. Dimensions: H 16.0 cm x...
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1930s German Vintage Porcelain

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Porcelain

Vintage French Porcelain Asparagus Tray, Removable Cork Acorns for Draining
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage French Porcelain Asparagus Tray, Removable Cork Acorns for Draining Offered for sale is a lovely French porcelain asparagus tray from an important New York estate. The tray...
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Mid-20th Century French Porcelain

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Porcelain, Cork

Louisbourg, Germany, 18th-Century Large Sugar Bowl, with Landscape Scenes
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Louisbourg, Germany. 18th-century large sugar bowl, hand painted with landscape scenes, lid with flowers in relief. Measuring: Ø 14.0 cm. x H 12.0 cm. In good condition with insi...
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18th Century German Rococo Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Meissen Dish or Bowl in Hand Painted Porcelain, 19th Century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Antique Meissen dish or bowl in hand painted porcelain. Romantic scenery with noble couple, butterflies and flowers, 19th century. Measures: 24 x 24 x 4...
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19th Century German Rococo Revival Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Rare Bing & Grøndahl Porcelain Figurine, Lying Cat, Model Number 2236
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare Bing & Grøndahl porcelain figurine. Lying cat. Model number 2236. Early 20th century. Measures: 18 x 9.5 cm. In excellent condition. Stamped. 2n...
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Early 20th Century Danish Porcelain

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Porcelain

Th. Karlinder for Bing & Grondahl, Six Dinner Plates with Fish Motifs
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Th. Karlinder for Bing & Grondahl. Six hand painted porcelain dinner plates with fish motifs. 1956. In excellent condition. First factory quality. Marked. Dimensions: D 23.5 cm.
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1950s Danish Vintage Porcelain

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Porcelain

19th Century Worcester Hand-Painted Turquoise Partial Dessert Set
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This unusual dessert service consists of six plates and two matching footed compotes with amazingly intricate pierced borders. Each piece is uniquely hand painted with flowers and shells and embellished in gold. The reserves are painted with a soft turquoise ground creating a dramatic contrast to the polychrome enamels and each piece is highlighted with an finely painted "M" monogram. The two matching footed compotes are a brilliant addition to the grouping for serving and display. They were made by Worcester...
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19th Century English Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Meissen Deep Plate in Hand Painted Porcelain with Peach and Flowers
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Antique Meissen deep plate in hand painted porcelain with peach and flowers, 19th century. Measures: 23.5 x 5 cm. In very good condition. Stamped...
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19th Century German Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Porcelain Coffee Cup and Saucer "Sirenas" Designed by Dalí, N°520/1000
Located in Paris, FR
Wonderful Porcelain Coffee cup and saucer "Sirenas peinadas con coral and hormiga" by Salvador Dalí. The famous surrealist artist created this model in 1977 with mermaids, red vivid corals and small ants on a white background. Each piece has a gold rim on the edges giving a very luxurious aspect. Limited edition made of German porcelain produced by the Manufactory Schirnding...
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Late 20th Century German Porcelain

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Porcelain

Porcelaine De Paris Clam Shell Bowl
Located in Palm Springs, CA
French hand painted floral porcelain clam or shell shape bowl by Porcelaine De Paris of France.
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1950s French Vintage Porcelain

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Porcelain

Royal Copenhagen, set of seven Christmas plates in porcelain, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Royal Copenhagen, a set of seven Christmas plates. Years: 1962-1966, 1968, and 1969. Marked. In perfect condition. First factory quality. The plate from 1964 is fourth factory qualit...
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1960s Danish Vintage Porcelain

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Porcelain

Three "Kakiemon" Meissen Plates Decorated with Japanese Motifs, circa 1900
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Three "Kakiemon" Meissen plates decorated with Japanese motifs, circa 1900. Measures: 20 cm. In very good condition. Stamped. 1st factory quality.
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Early 1900s German Japonisme Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Bing and Grondahl, ”Milky Way”. Five teacups with saucers. Approx. 1930s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Bing and Grondahl, ”Mælkevej” (“Milky Way”). Five teacups with saucers. Gold decoration. Ca. 1930s. Perfect condition. Marked. First factory quality. Cup: Diameter 10,4 cm. without ...
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1930s Danish Vintage Porcelain

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Porcelain

19th C. Ashworth Soup Tureen and Stand/Underplate
Located in Great Barrington, MA
Stunning Ashworth soup tureen with lid and underplate in deep cobalt with floral decoration and gilded accents. This pattern is both classic yet ...
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19th Century English Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Meissen, Germany. Rectangular porcelain dish decorated with blue floral motif
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Meissen, Germany. Rectangular porcelain dish hand-decorated with blue floral motifs, gold rim. Mid-20th century. Signed. Perfect condition. First...
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Mid-20th Century German Porcelain

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Porcelain

Raija Uosikkinen for Arabia, Finland, a set of six porcelain Christmas plates.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Raija Uosikkinen for Arabia, Finland, a set of six porcelain Christmas plates. Finnish Christmas landscapes. Vintage 1978-1983. Marked. First factory quality. In perfect condition. D...
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Porcelain

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Porcelain

Swansea Porcelain Dessert Plate By Henry Morris, c1816
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Swansea Porcelain Dessert Plate By Henry Morris, c1816 Additional information: Date : 1815-1817 Period : George III Marks : Faint impressed trident mark Origin : Swansea, South Wale...
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19th Century English George III Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Unique Effie Hegermann-Lindencrone Vase Porcelain by Bing & Grondahl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Unique Effie Hegermann-Lindencrone: Vase porcelain, B& G Bing & Grondahl, modeled in light relief. Number 1998/28. Measures: Height 35.5 cm. 1st. fa...
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20th Century Art Deco Porcelain

C. LE TALLEC - "Chinese Circus" - 1 Salad serving Bowl - Tiffany & Co.
Located in LYON, FR
Rare and superb Limoges porcelain salad serving bowl by Camille Le Tallec in the "Chinese Circus" model Hand painted and gilded with fine gold Signed under the base "Designed and painted entirely by hand by Le Tallec in Paris" RR date letters for 1987 Very good condition, no chips, no nicks, no cracks and no repairs. Diameter: 25.5 cm Height: 9 cm Model kept and taken over by Tiffany & Co. in the 2000s for its famous "Private Stock" series. The Cirque Chinois pattern is an exquisite pattern with intricate, colorful and delightful scenes. The pattern is made in a "Chinoiserie" style that evokes scenes from 18th century China. The template features whimsical 18th century depictions of Chinese circus performers with fantastical animals, structures, jugglers, trees and flowers... Camille Le Tallec's workshop operated independently from 1930 to 1990 when it was taken over by the American jeweler Tiffany & Co. Le Tallec extended its reputation to the most prestigious tables, notably with orders made for Queen Elizabeth II of England, Kings Mohammed V and Hassan II of Morocco, Queen Juliana of Holland, Prince of Qatar Abdelaziz bin Ahmed Al Thani, Shah of Iran Mohammad Reza...
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1980s French Vintage Porcelain

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Porcelain

A Pair of Mintons Pâte-sur-pâte Peacock Blue Moon Flasks
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Pair of Mintons Pâte-sur-pâte Peacock Blue Moon Flasks, Decorated by Marc-Louis-Emmanuel Solon (1835–1913). Date cypher for 1890. Recorded as shape no. 1819. Each signed 'L(ouis) Salon'. With gilt Mintons globe mark, impressed uppercase mark and retailer's mark for Phillips, Oxford Street, London, Faint impressed marks ‘1819’. Each tinted and glazed parian vase of moon flask or pilgrim bottle...
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19th Century English Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique and Vintage Porcelain Dinner Plates, Platters and Serveware for Sale

Today you’re likely to bring out your antique and vintage porcelain in order to dress up your dining table for a special meal.

Porcelain, a durable and nonporous kind of pottery made from clay and stone, was first made in China and spread across the world owing to the trade routes to the Far East established by Dutch and Portuguese merchants. Given its origin, English speakers called porcelain “fine china,” an expression you still might hear today. "Fine" indeed — for over a thousand years, it has been a highly sought-after material.

Meissen Porcelain, one of the first factories to create real porcelain outside Asia, popularized figurine centerpieces during the 18th century in Germany, while works by Capodimonte, a porcelain factory in Italy, are synonymous with flowers and notoriously hard to come by. Modern porcelain houses such as Maison Fragile of Limoges, France — long a hub of private porcelain manufacturing — keep the city’s long tradition alive while collaborating with venturesome contemporary artists such as illustrator Jean-Michel Tixier.

Porcelain is not totally clumsy-guest-proof, but it is surprisingly durable and easy to clean. Its low permeability and hardness have rendered porcelain wares a staple in kitchens and dining rooms as well as a common material for bathroom sinks and dental veneers. While it is tempting to store your porcelain behind closed glass cabinet doors and reserve it only for display, your porcelain dinner plates and serving platters can safely weather the “dangers” of the dining room and be used during meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is stronger than ceramic because it is denser. 

On 1stDibs, browse an expansive collection of antique and vintage porcelain made in a variety of styles, including Regency, Scandinavian modern and other examples produced during the mid-century era, plus Rococo, which found its inspiration in nature and saw potters crafting animal figurines and integrating organic motifs such as floral patterns in their work.

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