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Chinese 19th Century Porcelain Cizhou-Ware Cat "Pillow"
Located in Miami, FL
Chinese 19th Century Porcelain Cizhou-Ware Cat "Pillow" Offered for sale is a Chinese 19th
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Ceramics

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Porcelain

Chinese 19th Century Porcelain Cizhou-Ware Cat "Pillow"
Chinese 19th Century Porcelain Cizhou-Ware Cat "Pillow"

Chinese 19th Century Porcelain Cizhou-Ware Cat "Pillow"

H 7.5 in W 14 in D 6 in
Chinese White Porcelain Pillow Ho Ho Boy Headrest c. 1950
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Chinese White Porcelain Ho Ho Boy Headrest c. 1950. A white blanc de Chine ceramic headrest in the
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

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Porcelain

Chinese White Porcelain Pillow Ho Ho Boy Headrest c. 1950
Chinese White Porcelain Pillow Ho Ho Boy Headrest c. 1950

Chinese White Porcelain Pillow Ho Ho Boy Headrest c. 1950

H 7.75 in W 10 in D 5 in
Pair of Chinese Export Famille Verte Pillows
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Chinese Export Famille Verte pillows, Rare to find a pair, each one decorated with figures
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

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Porcelain

Pair of Chinese Export Famille Verte Pillows
Pair of Chinese Export Famille Verte Pillows

Pair of Chinese Export Famille Verte Pillows

H 5 in W 6 in D 2.5 in
Pair of Qing Dynasty Period Porcelain Tong'zi Pillows Depicting Kneeling Boys
Located in Yonkers, NY
A pair of Qing Dynasty period porcelain Tong'zi pillows from the 19th century, in the form of
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

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Porcelain

Pair of Qing Dynasty Period Porcelain Tong'zi Pillows Depicting Kneeling Boys
Pair of Qing Dynasty Period Porcelain Tong'zi Pillows Depicting Kneeling Boys

Pair of Qing Dynasty Period Porcelain Tong'zi Pillows Depicting Kneeling Boys

H 7.5 in W 14 in D 7 in
"Meng" Pillow by Xie Dong
By Xie Dong
Located in Chicago, IL
Capturing the ephemeral beauty of a pillow recently dimpled with use, Xie Dong’s porcelain pillow
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

"Meng" Pillow by Xie Dong
"Meng" Pillow by Xie Dong

"Meng" Pillow by Xie Dong

H 2 in W 9.5 in D 5.5 in

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Antique Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Pillow
Located in Corona Del Mar, CA
Beautiful antique chinese porcelain pillow in the Ching Style of rectangular shape handpainted with
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20th Century Chinese Decorative Objects

Antique Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Pillow
Antique Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Pillow

Antique Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Pillow

H 6 in W 11 in D 5 in
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Chinese Porcelain Pillow
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century Chinese porcelain pillow in the form of a serpent boy on all fours. A rich cream color
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Chinese Porcelain Pillow
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Chinese Porcelain Pillow

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Chinese Porcelain Pillow

H 7.5 in W 12.5 in D 5 in
Chinese Porcelain Cat Pillow, Mid-19th Century
Located in London, GB
Chinese Folk Art in the old Cizhou Kiln style. In good condition, with minor original kiln flaws - to
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Porcelain Cat Pillow, Mid-19th Century
Chinese Porcelain Cat Pillow, Mid-19th Century

Chinese Porcelain Cat Pillow, Mid-19th Century

H 7.09 in W 5.32 in D 13.78 in
Chinese Polychrome Porcelain Girl Pillow
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Colorful Chinese polychrome decorated porcelain kneeling girl pillow. Features an expressive face
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Polychrome Porcelain Girl Pillow
Chinese Polychrome Porcelain Girl Pillow

Chinese Polychrome Porcelain Girl Pillow

H 8 in W 11 in D 5 in
Porcelain Cat Pillow Head Rest with Black Glaze, China, Early 1900s
Located in Nantucket, MA
A reclining porcelain cat pillow head rest from the early 1900s, China. These were actually used to
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Porcelain Cat Pillow Head Rest with Black Glaze, China, Early 1900s
Porcelain Cat Pillow Head Rest with Black Glaze, China, Early 1900s

Porcelain Cat Pillow Head Rest with Black Glaze, China, Early 1900s

H 5.5 in W 10 in D 4.5 in
19th Century Chinese Cat Pillow
Located in Chicago, IL
A 19th century Chinese porcelain cat-form pillow with brown painted decoration. Pagoda Red
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Chinese Cat Pillow
19th Century Chinese Cat Pillow

19th Century Chinese Cat Pillow

H 7 in W 13 in D 5 in
Pair of Chinese Porcelain Blue and White Pillows as Lamps
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of Chinese porcelain blue and white pillows with overall calligraphy and foliate decoration
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Early 20th Century Chinese Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Chinese Porcelain Blue and White Pillows as Lamps
Pair of Chinese Porcelain Blue and White Pillows as Lamps

Pair of Chinese Porcelain Blue and White Pillows as Lamps

H 10.5 in Dm 7.5 in
"Broken Dreams" 19th Century Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Neck Pillow
Located in Chicago, IL
in the Classic blue-and-white style, the porcelain pillow is painted with finely rendered
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

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Iron

"Broken Dreams" 19th Century Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Neck Pillow
"Broken Dreams" 19th Century Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Neck Pillow

"Broken Dreams" 19th Century Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Neck Pillow

H 6 in W 13 in D 5.25 in
Porcelain Cat Pillow Head Rest with White, Brown & Blue Glaze, Early 1900s China
Located in Nantucket, MA
A reclining porcelain cat pillow head rest from the early 1900s, China. These were actually used to
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

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Porcelain

Porcelain Cat Pillow Head Rest with White, Brown & Blue Glaze, Early 1900s China
Porcelain Cat Pillow Head Rest with White, Brown & Blue Glaze, Early 1900s China

Porcelain Cat Pillow Head Rest with White, Brown & Blue Glaze, Early 1900s China

H 5.5 in W 10 in L 5.5 in
"Mung" Pillow by Xie Dong
By Xie Dong
Located in Chicago, IL
Capturing the ephemeral beauty of a pillow recently dimpled with use, Xie Dong’s porcelain pillow
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

"Mung" Pillow by Xie Dong
"Mung" Pillow by Xie Dong

"Mung" Pillow by Xie Dong

H 1.25 in W 6 in D 6 in
Artist Made Porcelain Pillow
Located in Chicago, IL
THE MONG PILLOW is the poetic result of capturing all that is flowing, floating, weightless, and
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Artist Made Porcelain Pillow
Artist Made Porcelain Pillow

Artist Made Porcelain Pillow

H 2 in W 9.5 in D 5.25 in
Pair of Chinese Boy and Girl Porcelain Ceramic Pillows Headrests
Located in Studio City, CA
across anything quite like them. These hard "pillows" were often used by high ranking Qing dynasty
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20th Century Chinese Ceramics

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Porcelain, Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Boy and Girl Porcelain Ceramic Pillows Headrests
Pair of Chinese Boy and Girl Porcelain Ceramic Pillows Headrests

Pair of Chinese Boy and Girl Porcelain Ceramic Pillows Headrests

H 8.5 in W 13.5 in D 8 in
Celadon Pillow, House Model, Song Dynasty Style Long Quan Kiln
Located in Somis, CA
A song dynasty style porcelain pillow of the Long Quan kiln. The Long Quan kiln is one of the most
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20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Celadon Pillow, House Model, Song Dynasty Style Long Quan Kiln
Celadon Pillow, House Model, Song Dynasty Style Long Quan Kiln

Celadon Pillow, House Model, Song Dynasty Style Long Quan Kiln

H 5.5 in W 8 in D 5.5 in
Chinese Porcelain Pillow in the form of a Cat
Located in Seattle, WA
A Chinese porcelain cat-form headrest or pillow. The cat is decorated in iron oxide spots
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Ceramics

Chinese Porcelain Pillow in the form of a Cat
Chinese Porcelain Pillow in the form of a Cat

Chinese Porcelain Pillow in the form of a Cat

H 7.5 in W 13.5 in D 5.5 in
Pair of Bronze Mounted Oriental Porcelian Figures
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Stunning Pair of famille verte Chinese Porcelains mounted as chenets in pillow form bronzes. The
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Antique 19th Century Furniture

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Bronze

Pair of Bronze Mounted Oriental Porcelian Figures
Pair of Bronze Mounted Oriental Porcelian Figures

Pair of Bronze Mounted Oriental Porcelian Figures

H 17 in W 10 in D 10 in
Pair of Chinese Porcelain Pillows Converted to Lamps
Located in Quechee, VT
Pair of Chinese blue and white porcelain pillows converted into lamps without drilling, and mounted
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20th Century Chinese Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Chinese Porcelain Pillows Converted to Lamps
Pair of Chinese Porcelain Pillows Converted to Lamps

Pair of Chinese Porcelain Pillows Converted to Lamps

H 10 in W 5.25 in D 4.25 in

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Chinese Export Porcelain Soup Tureen
Located in Essex, MA
With domed cover with gilt lemon finial on a conforming base with two handles.
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Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Soup Tureens

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Porcelain

Chinese Export Porcelain Soup Tureen
Chinese Export Porcelain Soup Tureen

Chinese Export Porcelain Soup Tureen

H 10.5 in W 12.25 in D 8.75 in
Sir Anthony Van Dyck 17th Century Oil Painting Study of a Head of a Man
By Anthony van Dyck
Located in London, GB
Sir Anthony Van Dyck (1599-1641, Flemish) Study of a Head of Man Circa 1627-32, Van Dyck’s second Antwerp period Oil on paper, laid down on canvas Dimensions 15 x 14 inches (38.1 x 3...
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Sir Anthony Van Dyck 17th Century Oil Painting Study of a Head of a Man
Sir Anthony Van Dyck 17th Century Oil Painting Study of a Head of a Man

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Sir Anthony Van Dyck 17th Century Oil Painting Study of a Head of a Man, 1630

H 15 in W 14 in
Meissen Hand Painted Gilded Porcelain Plate/Tray
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vilnius, LT
Meissen Porcelain plate/tray with hand painted floral motives and rich gold decor.
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Mid-20th Century German Porcelain

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Porcelain

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Meissen Hand Painted Gilded Porcelain Plate/Tray

Meissen Hand Painted Gilded Porcelain Plate/Tray

H 0.6 in W 11.03 in D 5.71 in
Hand Painted Victorian Distressed Green Dresser Bookcase or Kitchen Cupboard
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very well made hand painted distressed Victorian kitchen cupboard with bookcase top, cupboard base and single cutlery drawer A beautiful ex...
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Hand Painted Victorian Distressed Green Dresser Bookcase or Kitchen Cupboard
Hand Painted Victorian Distressed Green Dresser Bookcase or Kitchen Cupboard

Hand Painted Victorian Distressed Green Dresser Bookcase or Kitchen Cupboard

H 81.89 in W 41.74 in D 26.58 in
Meissen Porcelain Deep Cabinet Plate with Handles
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vilnius, LT
Meissen Porcelain deep cabinet plate with handles. This piece is hand painted in cobalt blue with floral motive in the center and richly decorated gold edge. Signed on the bottom.
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Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain Deep Cabinet Plate with Handles
Meissen Porcelain Deep Cabinet Plate with Handles

Meissen Porcelain Deep Cabinet Plate with Handles

H 2.96 in W 13.98 in D 8.27 in
Large Meissen Hand Painted Gilded Porcelain Serving Plate/Tray
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vilnius, LT
Large Meissen Porcelain serving plate/tray with hand painted floral motives and rich gold decor.
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20th Century German Porcelain

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Porcelain

Large Meissen Hand Painted Gilded Porcelain Serving Plate/Tray
Large Meissen Hand Painted Gilded Porcelain Serving Plate/Tray

Large Meissen Hand Painted Gilded Porcelain Serving Plate/Tray

H 1.58 in W 16.34 in D 16.34 in
Antique Meissen Braided Porcelain Basket with Handles, Late 19th C
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Antique Meissen braided porcelain basket with handles. Hand-painted flowers and golden border. Late 19th century. Measures: 22.5 x 16.5 x 7.5 cm. In excellent condition. Stamp...
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Antique Late 19th Century German Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Meissen Braided Porcelain Basket with Handles, Late 19th C
Antique Meissen Braided Porcelain Basket with Handles, Late 19th C

Antique Meissen Braided Porcelain Basket with Handles, Late 19th C

H 2.76 in W 8.67 in D 6.3 in
Large Antique Meissen Serving Dish in Hand-Painted Porcelain, with Floral Motifs
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Large antique Meissen serving dish in hand painted porcelain, with floral motifs, late 19th century. In very good condition. Measures: 55 x 26 cm. Stamped.
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Antique Late 19th Century German Porcelain

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Porcelain

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Large Antique Meissen Serving Dish in Hand-Painted Porcelain, with Floral Motifs

Large Antique Meissen Serving Dish in Hand-Painted Porcelain, with Floral Motifs

H 1.19 in W 21.66 in D 10.24 in
19th Century Chinese Gilt Lacquer Fan with Mother of Pearl Faces and Lacquer Box
Located in Brea, CA
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19th Century Chinese Gilt Lacquer Fan with Mother of Pearl Faces and Lacquer Box

19th Century Chinese Gilt Lacquer Fan with Mother of Pearl Faces and Lacquer Box

H 1.5 in W 16 in D 8.5 in
Rare Chinese Porcelain Ming Period Kosometsuke Incense Burner, ca 1600
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
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Rare Chinese Porcelain Ming Period Kosometsuke Incense Burner, ca 1600
Rare Chinese Porcelain Ming Period Kosometsuke Incense Burner, ca 1600

Rare Chinese Porcelain Ming Period Kosometsuke Incense Burner, ca 1600

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18th Century Dutch Delft Dore Chinoiserie Teapot & Cover
Located in Downingtown, PA
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Delft, Faience

18th Century Dutch Delft Dore Chinoiserie Teapot & Cover
18th Century Dutch Delft Dore Chinoiserie Teapot & Cover

18th Century Dutch Delft Dore Chinoiserie Teapot & Cover

H 5.5 in W 8.25 in D 4.75 in
Pair of Ring Holders in Mother of Pearl and Gilt Bronze, Palais Royal Work
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Pair of Ring Holders in Mother of Pearl and Gilt Bronze, Palais Royal Work

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Flora Danica Lidded Ginger Jar by Royal Copenhagen

Flora Danica Lidded Ginger Jar by Royal Copenhagen

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Chinese Porcelain Blue and White Recumbent Cat, circa 1900

Chinese Porcelain Blue and White Recumbent Cat, circa 1900

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Blue And White Flower Pattern Tea Set, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Era

Blue And White Flower Pattern Tea Set, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Era

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Chinese Porcelain Pillow For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Chinese porcelain pillow you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and metal, every Chinese porcelain pillow was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Chinese porcelain pillow — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each Chinese porcelain pillow bearing hallmarks is very popular.

How Much is a Chinese Porcelain Pillow?

A Chinese porcelain pillow can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $500, while the lowest priced sells for $299 and the highest can go for as much as $1,880.
Questions About Chinese Porcelain Pillow
  • What is a Chinese porcelain pillow?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • How do you date Chinese porcelain?
    1 Answer
    Lotus Gallery
    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 RED
    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    True 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 Gallery
    Lotus GalleryMarch 17, 2021
    In China, porcelain is referred to a "cíqì" 瓷器.
  • What is Chinese Canton porcelain?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese 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.
  • How to know if my Chinese porcelain is antique?
    1 Answer
    Lotus Gallery
    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

  • How do I identify Chinese export porcelain?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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.
  • How do I sell old Chinese porcelain?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You 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.
  • How do I identify Chinese porcelain marks?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To 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.
  • What makes Chinese porcelain valuable?
    1 Answer
    PAGODA RED
    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.

  • Why was Chinese Kangxi porcelain popular?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese 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.
  • What is Chinese blue and white porcelain?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese 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.
  • What is Chinese blue and white porcelain called?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Chinese blue and white porcelain is called qinghua, pronounced “CHING-hwa.” Artisans first began producing the porcelain during the Tang and Song dynasties ranging from 609 to 1279. However, the techniques the pottery is most well known for weren't developed until the subsequent Ming era, which lasted until 1644. You'll find a collection of Chinese porcelain on 1stDibs.

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