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Royal Doulton Flambe Sitting Fox Hn130 Bone China Porcelain Figurine
By Royal Doulton
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
This adorable Figurine is made out of bone china / porcelain. This lovely little piece was issued
Category
Early 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
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
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics
Materials
Enamel
H 2.96 in W 2.76 in D 1.97 in
Ivan Olinsky, Still Life w/ Chinese Porcelain Figurine & Fruits, O/C Painting, C
By Ivan Grigorievich Olinsky
Located in New York, NY
porcelain figurine & fruits
Period: 1920’s
Medium: Oil on canvas, framed
Signature: Signed 'Ivan Olinsky
Category
Vintage 1920s American Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 16 in W 19.75 in D 2 in
Chinese Taoist Han Elder Man Longevity God Porcelain Figurine
Located in Queens, NY
Chinese porcelain figurine with a long beard and raised forehead, clad in yellow and blue robes and
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Porcelain Figurine
Located in Chorzów, PL
Porcelain figurine.
Dimensions: height 20 cm / width 11 cm / depth 8 cm.
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Porcelain Figurine
Located in Chorzów, PL
Porcelain figure.
Damaged right side.
Dimensions: height: 21 cm, width: 12.5 cm.
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Porcelain Qing Emperor Decorative Figure
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elevate your collection with this exquisite Chinese porcelain figurine inspired by the illustrious
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
Chinese Porcelain Qing Emperor Decorative Figure
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elevate your collection with this exquisite Chinese porcelain figurine inspired by the illustrious
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
Chinese Porcelain Qing Emperor Decorative Figure
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elevate your collection with this exquisite Chinese porcelain figurine inspired by the illustrious
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
19th Century/Qing Dinasty Glazed Hand-Painted Porcelain Man and Dog Figurine
Located in North Miami, FL
This 19th century chinese porcelain figurine depicts a tender moment between man and his pet dog. An
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain, Paint
Pair of Antique Chinese Tall Blue White Porcelain Happiness Vases
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of antique Chinese blue and white porcelain happiness vases, circa the 19th-20th centuries
Category
20th Century Figurines and Sculptures
Chinese Export Porcelain Miniature Elephant Figurine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Chinese Export porcelain figurine.
In the form of a recumbent elephant resting atop an oval
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Chinese Lidded Porcelain Elephant Figurines
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Antique Chinese olive green elephant figurines, decorated with carved detailing and pierced
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Chinese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Figurine
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Arnel’s old Chinese man blue turquoise ceramic figurine.
Chinese blue turquoise glazed
Category
Mid-20th Century Asian Chinoiserie Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Blue and White Chinese Porcelain Turtle Tortoise Figurine 1970s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage 20th Century Blue & White Chinese Porcelain Turtle, Tortoise Figurine.
Vintage Blue and
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Dining Room of Ann Getty, 2880 Broadway, San Francisco
By Pierre Bergian
Located in New York, NY
Poland; Chinese porcelain figurines stand atop golden brackets.
Pierre Bergian (Bruges, Belgium, b. 1965
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Interior Paintings
Materials
Wood Panel, Pencil, Oil
Antique Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Immortal Figurine Sculpture 19th Century
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An antique Chinese "Famille Rose Immortal Figurine" sculpture. Circa 19th Century. Hand painted
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
H 18.5 in W 6.5 in D 5 in
Rare Pair of Lladro Chinese Farmer Porcelain Figurines
By Lladro
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING a GORGEOUS PAIR of extremely rare and important Lladro, long retired porcelain figurine
Category
Late 20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
"Blanc de Chine" Porcelain figurine of flutist musicians - China - Qing 19th
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
porcelain is better known in the West under the name of Blanc de Chine.
It is a type of white Chinese
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
H 6.3 in W 4.53 in D 2.17 in
Chinese Treacle Glazed Porcelain Tang Style Horse Figurines c 1970s
By Tang Dynasty
Located in Glasgow, GB
A matching pair of treacle-glazed porcelain horse figurines. Crafted to a 'Tang Dynasty' style in
Category
Vintage 1970s Chinese Tang Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Chinese Porcelain Saddled Horse Figurine Blue and White 1960s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Highly detailed vintage figurine of a saddled horse in motion is hand decorated with abstract
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Hutschenreuther-Selb German Porcelain Figurine Karl Tutter Chinese Pheasant
By Hutschenreuther
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Chinese Pheasant beautifully render with rich oranges, reds, and yellows is a creation of the
Category
Vintage 1950s Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
H 8.75 in W 14 in D 3.5 in
Chinese Green and Red Lu Xing Wealth and Prosperity Deific Porcelain Figurine
Located in Queens, NY
"Antique Chinese (Early 20th Century) glazed porcelain statue of Lu Xing, one of the deities of the
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
H 17.5 in W 6.25 in D 2 in
Chinese Green and Orange Lu Xing Wealth and Prosperity Deific Porcelain Figurine
Located in Queens, NY
"Antique Chinese (Early 20th Century) glazed porcelain statue of Lu Xing, one of the deities of the
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
H 17.5 in W 6.25 in D 2 in
Mid-Century Modern Chinese Brown Glazed Lion Figurine
Located in Grythyttan, SE
, a symbol of strength, protection, and power in Chinese culture, comes to life in this stunning piece
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Mid 20th Century Chinese Set of Shiwan Pottery Bonsai Display Figurines
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Description
Lovely Chinese set of Shiwan figurines. middel of 20th century.
Condition
Category
20th Century Chinese Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Chinese Fu Lu Shou Feng Shui Trio Gods Figurines Statues
Located in Pomona, CA
This beautiful vintage set of three porcelain statues features the Chinese deities Fu, Lu, Shou
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Porcelain
Coalport Ladies Of Fasion Bone China Figurine - Flair
Located in London, GB
Coalport Ladies Of Fasion Bone China Figurine - Flair
You are purchasing Coalport Ladies Of Fasion
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Other Art Style Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Elegant Handcrafted Porcelain Beauty Figurine – Perfect Gift for Art Lovers
Located in 景德镇市, CN
Lady Figurine
Add a touch of sophistication to your space with this finely crafted Chinese porcelain
Category
2010s Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Porcelain
H 14.38 in W 4.73 in D 7.49 in
Pair Antique Gold Bastet Goddess of Women Cat Figurines Porcelain Sculptures
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Impressive antique Asian pair of sphinx Bastet goddess of women sculptures. Cat like figurines
Category
Antique Early 1900s Macanese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Unusual Chinese Turquoise Pair of Large Headed Cat Figurines
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Unusual pair of 1930s Chinese pair of vibrant Turquoise glazed cats with unusually large heads
Category
Early 20th Century Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Chinese Fu Lu Shou Feng Shui Trio Gods Figurines with Marks
Located in Pomona, CA
This beautiful set of three antique porcelain statues features the Chinese deities Fu, Lu, Shou
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
H 10.5 in W 4 in D 3 in
Vintage Chinese Fencai Porcelain Figure Playful Sitting Child/Boy c.1926 ROC
Located in Richmond, CA
Near antique Chinese famille rose porcelain figurine of a playful, smiling child in a sitting pose
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
H 3.55 in W 2.76 in D 2.17 in
Spectacular Copeland Spode Chelsea Fantasy Bird Bone China Figurine c 1915-20
By Copeland Spode
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
A magnificent and eccentric bone china Chelsea Fantasy Bird by Copeland, Spode, inspired by Meissen
Category
Early 20th Century British Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Crouching Hunting Ceramic Cat Figurine, Hand-painted
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage porcelain or ceramic figurine depicts a cat in a crouching position, hunting and ready to
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Lanvin "120th Anniversary" Porcelain Figurines
By Lanvin Paris
Located in London, GB
In celebration of Lanvin's 120th anniversary, Alber Elbaz has designed seven limited porcelain
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Orange Gold Dresden Porcelain Figurines Chinese Musicians, 20th Century
By Dresden Figurine
Located in Monza, IT
Pair of figurines "Chinese musicians" in Dresden from the 20th century
Two objects of high
Category
20th Century German Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Porcelain Cultural Revolution Period Figurine
Located in Hudson, NY
This porcelain Cultural Revolution period figurine features the three branches of the People's Army
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Materials
Porcelain
ANDREA by SADEK Porcelain Chinese Figurines - Male & Female - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Asian style figurines depicting a traditional Chinese couple by Andrea by Sadek. Hand
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
Augarten Wien Porcelain Figurine of a Chinese Man with Flute
By Augarten Porzellanmanufaktur
Located in Hilversum, Noord Holland
Delicate fine porcelain figurine depicting a Chinese man plating the flute
This figurine was
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Romantic Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Augarten Wien Porcelain Figurine Depicting a Chinese Woman by Mathilde Jaksch
By Augarten Porzellanmanufaktur
Located in Hilversum, Noord Holland
Delicate fine porcelain figurine depicting a Chinese woman.
This figurine was (like the other
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Romantic Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
H 3.55 in W 5.12 in D 2.76 in
Porcelain Cultural Revolution Period Figurine
Located in Hudson, NY
movement that took place in the People's Republic of China from 1966 until 1976. Set into motion by Mao
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Early to Mid-20th Century Chinese Porcelain Figurines with Cats
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of early to mid-20th century Chinese Porcelain figurines with cats
Fantastic pair of
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Large Pair of Glazed Famille Rose Porcelain Phoenix Birds as Table Lamps
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
Chinese porcelain figurines of phoenix birds standing on a rocky outcrop. The pair are mounted on
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Chinese Porcelain Qing Emperor Decorative Figure
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elevate your collection with this exquisite Chinese porcelain figurine inspired by the illustrious
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
Chinese Porcelain Qing Emperor Decorative Figure
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elevate your collection with this exquisite Chinese porcelain figurine inspired by the illustrious
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
Chinese Porcelain Qing Emperor Decorative Figure
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elevate your collection with this exquisite Chinese porcelain figurine inspired by the illustrious
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
Chinese Porcelain Butterfly Matching Pair of Fish Bowl
Located in Boca Raton, FL
These colorful matching fishbowls were created in Hong Kong, China around 1960. Both fish bowls are
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Figurines and Sculptures
Midcentury Italian Exotic Mottahedeh Bird Figurines, a Pair
By Mottahedeh
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of hand painted Italian porcelain exotic bird figurines by Mottahedeh. They have
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Chinese Export Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
German Porcelain Chinoiserie Nodder Figure of a Chinese Man by Dresden
By Dresden Porcelain, Dresden Figurine
Located in Houston, TX
Porcelain figure called a "Nodder" made and signed by Dresden depicting a seated Chinese man with a
Category
Vintage 1960s German Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Vintage Blue Glazed Chinese Porcelain Cat Figurines- Signed
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Beautiful pair of turquoise blue ceramic cat figurines. This is a left and right matching pair of
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Porcelain
4 Vintage Chinese Shiwan Shinwa Porcelain Figurines Maiden Concubines Geisha
Located in Dayton, OH
"Set of four vintage Shiwan / Shi Wan / Shinwa signed Chinese ceramic maiden figurines in a variety
Category
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
1985 Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Imari 1st Edition Snail Figurine Paperweight
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Dayton, OH
"Vintage 1st edition Royal Crown Derby English Bone China porcelain snail figurine / paperweight
Category
Vintage 1980s Japonisme Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
H 2.75 in W 5 in D 2.75 in
A Pair Of Porcelain Figurines Of A Couple
Located in Greenwich, CT
A pair of beautiful porcelain figurines of a couple with fine details. View our website at: www
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
1990 Royal Crown Derby Imari 1st Edition Gourami Fish Figurine Paperweight
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Dayton, OH
"Vintage 1st edition Royal Crown Derby English Bone China porcelain Tropical Fish – Gourami
Category
1990s Japonisme Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
H 4.375 in W 5.5 in D 3.5 in
Maitland Smith Figurines
By Maitland Smith
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of Chinese blanc de chine porcelain figurines of a man and woman on a water buffalo designed
Category
20th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency Sculptures
Set of Six Chinese Immortals Ceramic Fugures
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chinese blue and white porcelain figurines of Daoist Immortals. Each depicted standing on waves or
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Royal Worcester England Bone China Porcelain Figurine "Le Panier" by A.Azori
By Royal Worcester
Located in Cheltenham, GB
English Hollywood Regency Royal Worcester Bone China Porcelain Figurine Le Panier 3585 Modelled by
Category
20th Century British Hollywood Regency Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
H 12.21 in W 4.73 in D 4.73 in
Two Antique Chinese Blue & White Porcelain Double Happiness Jars
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A set of two antique Chinese Qing Dynasty blue-white covered porcelain ginger-style jars, circa
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Figurines and Sculptures
Antique Chinese Longquan Celadon Glazed Porcelain Snuff Bottle Carved 19c Qing
Located in Richmond, CA
Antique Chinese Longquan celadon glazed porcelain snuff bottle with carved medallions of blooms and
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Figurines and Sculptures
H 3.27 in W 1.97 in D 0.75 in
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Chinese Porcelain Figurines For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of Chinese porcelain figurines available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and canvas, all Chinese porcelain figurines available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of Chinese porcelain figurines available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Chinese porcelain figurines bearing Mid-Century Modern hallmark is very popular at 1stDibs. Chinese porcelain figurines have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Augarten Porzellanmanufaktur, Lladro and Dresden Figurine are consistently popular.
How Much are Chinese Porcelain Figurines?
Prices for Chinese porcelain figurines start at $195 and top out at $5,600 with the average selling for $1,340.
Questions About Chinese Porcelain Figurines
- What are Chinese figurines?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2020
Chinese figurative sculptures vary widely depending on the medium and intended use. Ornate Buddhist figures assisted ritual meditation, wooden ancestor figures embodied the lingering spirit of a relative, ceramic mingqi burial figures accompanied one’s spirit in the afterlife, and decorative export sculptures presented an idealized version of Chinese culture and beauty.
Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020Most figurines just need a light dusting every once in a while. For a deeper cleaning to remove residue (such as nicotine or adhesives), try soaking in warm soapy water and gently washing with a soft cloth.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One type of Chinese figurines that is quite popular is shekwan or mudware. These small handmade figurines are often called mudmen and are, not surprisingly, crafted out of mud. In the early 1950s, a new era of mudman figurines began but these are not made individually and by hand. On 1stDibs, find authentic shekwan pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The difference between porcelain and ceramic figurines is the materials used to produce them. Porcelain is a delicate white material, while ceramic tends to be heavier and varies in color depending on the type of clay used to produce it. Shop a wide range of antique and vintage figurines on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One thing to look for in an antique porcelain figure is to look for the maker’s mark, usually found on the bottom of the piece. The porcelain figure will also have a delicate fragile quality to it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique porcelain figures from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The term ceramic is a generic term that refers to something that is made of clay and solidified through heat. Porcelain falls under the ceramic umbrella, but it incorporates kaolin as an ingredient, creating a white clay. To determine if a figurine is porcelain or stoneware or earthenware, it’s best to examine it. Porcelain is somewhat translucent with a glasslike surface where there is no glaze. Shop a range of antique and vintage porcelain figurines on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell vintage porcelain figurines apart from other pieces, look on the bottom for a maker's mark. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine the approximate time when the manufacturer produced pieces similar to yours. It is vintage if your figurine was manufactured between 20 and 99 years ago. Older figurines are antique, while newer ones are contemporary. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can also assist with the dating and identification process. Shop a wide range of vintage figurines on 1stDibs.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Chinese figurines come in all shapes and sizes. Most figures measure between 4” and 18” tall, with some being as small as 1” in height or as large as 36” (or more) in height
- Lotus GallerySeptember 15, 2020
Chinese porcelain can usually be dated by form and decoration. However, copies and forgeries abound, so you should have an expert such as an appraiser, reputable dealer or auction house, or museum examine your porcelain to accurately date it.
- What is Chinese porcelain called?2 Answers
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020True porcelain ware was developed in the 11th century at the imperial kilns of Jingdezhen, Jiangxi province, China. These early porcelains of the Song and Yuan dynasties are known as Qingbai or Yingqing ware, defined by a light blue-grey glaze. Later forms of Chinese porcelain include blue and white underglaze ware, Celadon ware, Jun ware, Famille Verte ware, Wucai (Five Color) ware, and Dehua ware, also known as Blanc de Chine.
Lotus GalleryMarch 17, 2021In China, porcelain is referred to a "cíqì" 瓷器. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Chinese porcelain pillow is a type of ceramic object produced by Chinese artisans. They normally have highly decorative rectangular designs and feature curved tops. Historically, they functioned as headrests, but today they normally serve purely as decorations. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Chinese porcelain ware.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chinese Canton porcelain is a type of decorative hand-painted ceramic ware produced during the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries in China. Its name comes from the region where it originated. You will sometimes see it referred to as Cantonese porcelain. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Chinese Canton porcelain.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022No, every Fornasetti porcelain figurine is handmade. In fact, the brand produces all of their home decorative items by hand at their workshop in Milan, Italy. If you see indications that a figurine came from a factory, it is likely not an authentic Fornasetti. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Fornasetti on 1stDibs.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
The best way to know is to take it to an expert, such as an appraiser, reputable dealer or auction house, or museum
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chinese blue and white porcelain is the most common type of decorated porcelain. Its name in Chinese is qinghua. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern Chinese blue and white porcelain from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chinese Kangxi porcelain was popular because of its particular blue colorings. The blue was made using cobalt ore which was imported from Persia. As cobalt ore was a scarce ingredient, the rarity made the porcelain items highly sought after. Shop a collection of Chinese Kangxi porcelain from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify Chinese export porcelain, first look for a mark. Most pieces made after 1891 feature a maker's mark that you can research using authoritative online resources. Identifying older porcelain ware is more difficult. A licensed appraiser can provide assistance. You'll find a range of expertly vetted Chinese export porcelain on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can sell old Chinese porcelain in a few ways. You can advertise the piece locally or work with an antique shop or auction house. There are also reputable online platforms available for selling online. Shop a collection of Chinese porcelain on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To identify Chinese porcelain marks, consult trusted online resources. Most markings on Chinese porcelain consist of four to six characters, and the last two often represent when a piece was produced. Since there is a lot of variation in the markings, looking at images shared on trustworthy websites is the best way to make an identification. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Chinese porcelain.
- PAGODA REDOctober 21, 2020
For thousands of years, China’s court-sponsored porcelain industry has been at the forefront of technical innovation and aesthetic refinement. Exquisite finishes and precision of form gave China an international reputation for fine ceramic wares. Age, shape, glaze, motif, and reign mark are all factors contributing to the value of a ceramic piece, indicative of the maker and the dynastic reign under which the object was created.