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Aladdin Porcelain Plate by Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal
Aladdin Porcelain Plate by Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal

Aladdin Porcelain Plate by Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal

By Bjorn Wiinblad, Rosenthal

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

The Genie of the Lamp appears before Aladin's Mother is number 7 in a series of 12 Aladin plates produced by Rosenthal, designed by Bjørn Wiinblad. In his 12 Aladin plates, Bjorn Wiinblad virtuously depicts the tale of Aladin from the well known fairy tale The Thousand and One Nights...

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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Porcelain

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Porcelain

14-Piece Japanese Gilt and Painted Tea and Dessert Serving Set with Peacock
14-Piece Japanese Gilt and Painted Tea and Dessert Serving Set with Peacock

14-Piece Japanese Gilt and Painted Tea and Dessert Serving Set with Peacock

Located in Norwood, NJ

14-piece Kutani Japanese gilt and painted tea and dessert serving set with Peacock. Hand painted gilt and painted Peacock tea and serving set. Features floral and peacock design. Lidded tea and coffee pots, lidded creamer, sugar bowl, and five snack sets...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Porcelain

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Gold

19th Century French Painted Porcelain Cache Pot with Snake Handles from Gien
19th Century French Painted Porcelain Cache Pot with Snake Handles from Gien

19th Century French Painted Porcelain Cache Pot with Snake Handles from Gien

By Gien

Located in Dallas, TX

This round and colorful antique planter was created in “Faïencerie de Gien," France, circa 1890. The large porcelain flower pot has intertwined snake handles, and features traditional Greek style motifs throughout. The sculptural, ceramic vase is decorated with hand painted traditional allegory motifs, including the Horn of plenty and lambrequin mantling decor. The elegant porcelain piece is in excellent condition with rich painted colors in the blue, white and yellow palette inside and out. Stamped Gien France underfoot for further authentication. The Faïencerie de Gien is a ceramic factory in the Loire Valley, founded in 1821 by Thomas Edme Hulm. Amongst the many faience manufacturers in the 19th century, the reputation of Gien is equal to those of the factories of Creil, Longwy or Sarreguemines. Gien further developed the technique of emaux cloisonné...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

French Porcelain Compote Basket
French Porcelain Compote Basket

French Porcelain Compote Basket

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful French oval white and gold pierced Paris Porcelain compote basket tazza bowl in the Empire style, circa late 19th century, France...

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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Hutschenreuther Hans Achtziger Porcelain Figurine "White Tailed Eagle"
Hutschenreuther Hans Achtziger Porcelain Figurine "White Tailed Eagle"

Hutschenreuther Hans Achtziger Porcelain Figurine "White Tailed Eagle"

By Hutschenreuther

Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI

To observe an White-Tailed Eagle in full flight is always a breathtaking experience. This Eagle, above water, open talons, about to seizes its prey captures the energy and intense concentration of a bird in the midst of violent action giving full recognition of the creature's incredible speed and beauty. The sweep...

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1970s German Vintage Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Piero Fornasetti for Rosenthal Themes & Variation Motiv 3, Indian Beauty, 1980s
Piero Fornasetti for Rosenthal Themes & Variation Motiv 3, Indian Beauty, 1980s

Piero Fornasetti for Rosenthal Themes & Variation Motiv 3, Indian Beauty, 1980s

By Piero Fornasetti

Located in Downingtown, PA

Gilded Glamour: Rosenthal Fornasetti "The Indian Beauty" Plate This striking porcelain plate, produced by Rosenthal in the 1980s, features one of the most exotic interpretations fro...

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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Porcelain

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Porcelain

6 Antique French Bloch & Bourdois Reticulated Dresden Style Porcelain Plates
6 Antique French Bloch & Bourdois Reticulated Dresden Style Porcelain Plates

6 Antique French Bloch & Bourdois Reticulated Dresden Style Porcelain Plates

By Bloch & Bourdois

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A set of 6 fine French reticulated porcelain plates. By Bloch & Bourdois. Decorated throughout with floral sprays, raised gold, gilt highlights, and a reticulated rim. Simpl...

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Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Johannes Hedegaard for Royal Copenhagen, Rare Rimmon Jug / Vase in Porcelain
Johannes Hedegaard for Royal Copenhagen, Rare Rimmon Jug / Vase in Porcelain

Johannes Hedegaard for Royal Copenhagen, Rare Rimmon Jug / Vase in Porcelain

Located in København, Copenhagen

Johannes Hedegaard for Royal Copenhagen. Rare Rimmon jug / vase in hand-painted porcelain. Dated 1967. Model number 46/14816. Measures: 12 x 9 cm. In excellent condition. Stam...

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1960s Danish Vintage Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

13-Piece Vintage Japanese Tea Set
13-Piece Vintage Japanese Tea Set

13-Piece Vintage Japanese Tea Set

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage sumatsu serving set hand painted with maple leaves and birds / Made in Japan circa 1960s 1 tea pot, width 7 inches, height 4 inches, depth 6 inches 4 plates, diameter 6.75 in...

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20th Century Japanese Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Export Porcelain Crested Blue Fitzhugh Tazzas- The Kiddell or Alexander
Chinese Export Porcelain Crested Blue Fitzhugh Tazzas- The Kiddell or Alexander

Chinese Export Porcelain Crested Blue Fitzhugh Tazzas- The Kiddell or Alexander

Located in Downingtown, PA

Armorial Elegance: Pair of Chinese Export Blue Fitzhugh Crested Compotes Circa 1805 This exquisite pair of Chinese Export porcelain compotes is a superb example of the beloved blue ...

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Late 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Paris Porcelain Botanical Set of Plates, Flamen-Fleury
Antique Paris Porcelain Botanical Set of Plates, Flamen-Fleury

Antique Paris Porcelain Botanical Set of Plates, Flamen-Fleury

By Old Paris

Located in Downingtown, PA

French Garden on Porcelain: Flamen-Fleury’s Gilded Botanical Plates This elegant set of Paris Porcelain botanical plates is a prime example of the refined dinnerware produced by the...

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1830s French Regency Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Dresden Floral Encrusted & Pierced Porcelain Compote
Antique Dresden Floral Encrusted & Pierced Porcelain Compote

Antique Dresden Floral Encrusted & Pierced Porcelain Compote

By Dresden Porcelain

Located in Atlanta, GA

This early 20th-century Dresden floral encrusted and pierced porcelain compote retains the timeless elegance and sophisticated craftsmanship associated with the legendary Dresden por...

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Early 20th Century German Porcelain

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Porcelain

1755 Meissen Porcelain Soup Bowl or Center Piece with Flower Decor
1755 Meissen Porcelain Soup Bowl or Center Piece with Flower Decor

1755 Meissen Porcelain Soup Bowl or Center Piece with Flower Decor

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Brescia, IT

This is a spectacular lidded tureen made by Meissen circa 1755. The white porcelain is decorated with multicolored flower branches and bouquet leaves. At the top of the lid there is ...

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Mid-18th Century German Baroque Antique Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 24 Pieces German Meissen Porcelain Dinner Service with Floral Decor
Set of 24 Pieces German Meissen Porcelain Dinner Service with Floral Decor

Set of 24 Pieces German Meissen Porcelain Dinner Service with Floral Decor

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Atlanta, GA

A 24-piece set of German Meissen porcelain service from the 19th century, with floral decor. Born in Eastern Germany during the 19th century, each of this 24 pieces service features a lovely floral décor made of purple, pink, orange or yellow flowers with their green foliage, standing out beautifully on the white porcelain ground. Presenting large plates (9.75" D), small plates (8.5" D), bowls (9" D x 1.75" H) and a crescent dish...

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19th Century German Antique Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Rare Bing & Grøndahl Porcelain Figure, Two Birds, Model Number 1778
Rare Bing & Grøndahl Porcelain Figure, Two Birds, Model Number 1778

Rare Bing & Grøndahl Porcelain Figure, Two Birds, Model Number 1778

Located in København, Copenhagen

Rare Bing & Grøndahl porcelain figure. Two birds. Model number 1778. Early 20th century. Measures: 10 x 9 cm. In excellent condition. Stamped. 1st Factory quality.

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Early 20th Century Danish Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

First Period Worcester Plate by Dr. Wall, Porcelain, Scarlet Japan ptn, Ca 1770
First Period Worcester Plate by Dr. Wall, Porcelain, Scarlet Japan ptn, Ca 1770

First Period Worcester Plate by Dr. Wall, Porcelain, Scarlet Japan ptn, Ca 1770

By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a rare first period (or Dr. Wall) Worcester Plate, with a distinctive hand painted pattern called Scarlet Japan, made of porcelain and dating to the 18th century, circa 1770....

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18th Century English George III Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Meissen Porcelain Vases with Serpent Handles, 19th Century
Antique Meissen Porcelain Vases with Serpent Handles, 19th Century

Antique Meissen Porcelain Vases with Serpent Handles, 19th Century

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Hudson, NY

A large and decorative pair of Meissen porcelain vases, of ancient Roman krater form, with handles shaped as entwined serpents. Highly ornamental, these vases represent an interesti...

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Early 19th Century German Louis Philippe Antique Porcelain

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Gold Leaf

Pair Antique 18C Meissen Porcelain Neuozier Marcolini Period Plates with Flowers
Pair Antique 18C Meissen Porcelain Neuozier Marcolini Period Plates with Flowers

Pair Antique 18C Meissen Porcelain Neuozier Marcolini Period Plates with Flowers

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine pair of antique Neuozier pattern plates. By the Royal Meissen Porcelain Manufactory. Decorated with Deutsche Blumen floral sprays to the center and sides including roses...

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Late 18th Century German Rococo Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Haviland Limoges Set of 6 Porcelain Plates with Flower Decor Gold and Moss Green
Haviland Limoges Set of 6 Porcelain Plates with Flower Decor Gold and Moss Green

Haviland Limoges Set of 6 Porcelain Plates with Flower Decor Gold and Moss Green

By Edouard Dammouse, Haviland & Co.

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Set of 6 antique luncheon or salad plates features an abstract flower decor in gold and moss green colors. The decor appears to be a variation of the iconic Dammouse pattern that wa...

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Late 19th Century French Art Deco Antique Porcelain

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Gold

French Limoges Floral Decorated Porcelain Luncheon Plates c1900
French Limoges Floral Decorated Porcelain Luncheon Plates c1900

French Limoges Floral Decorated Porcelain Luncheon Plates c1900

Located in Big Flats, NY

A set of twelve French Limoges porcelain luncheon plates by G. Ahrenfeldt, dating to approximately 1900. Each plate features a central hand-painted floral bouquet, signed 'Mireille'....

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Early 20th Century Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Cup of Sake 1970s Showa Porcelain poem and landscape Kutani ware
Japanese Cup of Sake 1970s Showa Porcelain poem and landscape Kutani ware

Japanese Cup of Sake 1970s Showa Porcelain poem and landscape Kutani ware

Located in Paris, FR

This is a small cup for drinking sake. It is called Ochoko in Japanese. It was made in showa era around 1970s. It is made with porcelain and all hand painted. This is Kutani ware f...

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1970s Japanese Showa Vintage Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Plain, set of seven cake plates in porcelain.
Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Plain, set of seven cake plates in porcelain.

Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Plain, set of seven cake plates in porcelain.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Plain, set of seven cake plates in hand-painted porcelain. Model number 1/181. Dating: Circa 1930. In perfect condition. Signed. First factory quality. D...

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1930s Danish Vintage Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Circa 1880 Chinese Pair of Covered Porcelain Jars
Circa 1880 Chinese Pair of Covered Porcelain Jars

Circa 1880 Chinese Pair of Covered Porcelain Jars

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1880 pair of covered porcelain jars, Chinese. Celadon with blue & white pate-sur-pate motifs of a scholar's table, vase of peonies & good fortune bats. Late Qing dynasty. 8.5" ...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Pair Chamberlains Worcester Dragon in Compartments Porcelain Compotes c1820
Pair Chamberlains Worcester Dragon in Compartments Porcelain Compotes c1820

Pair Chamberlains Worcester Dragon in Compartments Porcelain Compotes c1820

By Chamberlains Worcester

Located in Katonah, NY

This impressive pair of standing compotes by Chamberlain’s Worcester, made in England circa 1820, is decorated in the celebrated Dragons in Compartments pattern, sometimes also known...

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Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Early 19th Century English Derby Porcelain Dessert Service
Set of Early 19th Century English Derby Porcelain Dessert Service

Set of Early 19th Century English Derby Porcelain Dessert Service

Located in Atlanta, GA

Set of Early 19th Century English Derby Porcelain Dessert Service. 18 plates, 7 shaped dishes, 1 sauce tureen with lid and underplate.

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Early 19th Century English Antique Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Porcelain Constantinople 12 Plate
Porcelain Constantinople 12 Plate

Porcelain Constantinople 12 Plate

By Les Ottomans

Located in Milan, IT

Unique and elegant, this superb dinner plate, part of the Constantinopoli collection, will enrich the decor of any table, either used with identical pieces or combined with other des...

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2010s Italian Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

KPM Germany Friederike 6 cobalt gold side plates
KPM Germany Friederike 6 cobalt gold side plates

KPM Germany Friederike 6 cobalt gold side plates

By KPM Porcelain

Located in Uppsala , SE

KPM Germany Cobalt Blue Fine China plates. This set of 6 side plates produced by the world famous KMP (Krister Porzellan-Manufaktur) factory in Germany . This set is part of the hi...

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Mid-20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Contemporary Charger Plate Gold Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware
Contemporary Charger Plate Gold Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware

Contemporary Charger Plate Gold Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware

By Coralla Maiuri

Located in Roma, RM

Handcrafted in Italy from the finest porcelain, this Apollo Bianco charger leads us into a magic world. Shades of blue lapis lazuli evoke the magic of oriental novellas. A fairytale ...

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2010s Italian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Porcelain Coffee Cup and Saucer "Sirenas" Designed by Dalí, N°520/1000
Porcelain Coffee Cup and Saucer "Sirenas" Designed by Dalí, N°520/1000

Porcelain Coffee Cup and Saucer "Sirenas" Designed by Dalí, N°520/1000

By Salvador Dalí­

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

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Large Bowl
19th Century Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Large Bowl

19th Century Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Large Bowl

Located in Brea, CA

19th century Chinese famille rose porcelain large bowl from the Qing Dynasty. Very unique and hard to find, with a 40 cm diameter. Decorated all over beautifully with ancient Chinese...

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

English Porcelain Blue Scale Part Dessert Service, Worcester
English Porcelain Blue Scale Part Dessert Service, Worcester

English Porcelain Blue Scale Part Dessert Service, Worcester

Located in New York, NY

Blue open crescent marks, probably painted by George Davis. Richly painted with 'Fancy Birds' within whimsical landscape vignettes, the blue border gilt with half-flowerheads and hus...

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1780s Antique Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Diner Set for 12 Guests "Las Sirenas" by Salvador Dali 1977, N°378/1000
Diner Set for 12 Guests "Las Sirenas" by Salvador Dali 1977, N°378/1000

Diner Set for 12 Guests "Las Sirenas" by Salvador Dali 1977, N°378/1000

By Salvador Dalí­

Located in Paris, FR

This porcelain set was created by Salvador Dalí (1904-1989), a very talented artist and one of the most world-famous surrealist painters. Bavarian high-quality porcelain with gold rim, composed of 108 pièces, this service is for 12 people. Limited edition, numbered 378 / 1000. Manufactor Schirnding Porzellan Ac. Each piece is decorated by mermaids dressed hatted with red coral and surrounded by small charming patterns: a fisherman, ants, a snail-shaped shell, a sailboat, a young girl enjoying the sun, a seagull... Such a delicate sea item...

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20th Century German Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Queen Victoria Hand Painted Serving Plate by Herend
Vintage Queen Victoria Hand Painted Serving Plate by Herend

Vintage Queen Victoria Hand Painted Serving Plate by Herend

By Herend

Located in Sofia, BG

Vintage Herend Queen Victoria serving plate made in hand painted fine porcelain. Excellent condition. Hungary, circa 1970

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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Handcrafted Round Porcelain Serving Tray Leather Handles
Handcrafted Round Porcelain Serving Tray Leather Handles

Handcrafted Round Porcelain Serving Tray Leather Handles

By DBO Home

Located in Sharon, CT

The porcelain Remo tray features stitched leather handles with snaps you can easily remove for cleaning then snap right back on. The perfect tray for all of your entertaining needs, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Porcelain

Materials

Leather, Porcelain

Derby Porcelain May Blossom Schneeballen Vase and Cover, England, 1770s
Derby Porcelain May Blossom Schneeballen Vase and Cover, England, 1770s

Derby Porcelain May Blossom Schneeballen Vase and Cover, England, 1770s

By Derby

Located in Downingtown, PA

This striking Derby porcelain vase and cover is executed in the rare and elaborate Schneeballen (snowball) or May blossom style. The four-sided baluster body, with square neck and fo...

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1770s English Georgian Antique Porcelain

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Porcelain

Aladdin Porcelain Plate by Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal
Aladdin Porcelain Plate by Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal

Aladdin Porcelain Plate by Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal

By Bjorn Wiinblad, Rosenthal

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Aladin and the magical lamp is the first Aladin plate in a series of 12 plates produced by Rosenthal and designed by Bjorn Wiinblad. In his 12 Aladin plates, Bjørn Wiinblad virtuously depicts the tale of Aladin from the well known fairy tale The Thousand and One Nights...

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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

FORNASETTI Grande Antico Gold Cocktail Plate by Fornasetti
FORNASETTI Grande Antico Gold Cocktail Plate by Fornasetti

FORNASETTI Grande Antico Gold Cocktail Plate by Fornasetti

By Fornasetti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage gilt decorated GRANDE ANTICO porcelain plate by Piero Fornasetti / made in Milano Italy circa 1950s Original mark on the back Diameter 9.5 inches, height 1 inch 1 available i...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Nymphenburg Porcelain Pearl King's Service for 12 Königsservice Perl 70 pieces
Nymphenburg Porcelain Pearl King's Service for 12 Königsservice Perl 70 pieces

Nymphenburg Porcelain Pearl King's Service for 12 Königsservice Perl 70 pieces

By Nymphenburg Porcelain, Dominikus Auliczek

Located in Lausanne, CH

Pearl Service also known as Bavarian Royal Service. A dinner service for 12 people, by the Royal Nymphenburg porcelain factory, designed circa 1792 by court sculptor Dominik Aulicze...

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20th Century German Louis XVI Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Late 18th-Early 19th Century Japanese Lobed Arita Plate
Late 18th-Early 19th Century Japanese Lobed Arita Plate

Late 18th-Early 19th Century Japanese Lobed Arita Plate

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Late 18th-early 19th century lobed Arita plate, Japan. Decorated with grape clusters, vines & a butterfly. 8.25" dia. x 1 1/8". We are a family business that has been a major source...

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Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Very fine 19th Century Royal Vienna Vase with Cover
Very fine 19th Century Royal Vienna Vase with Cover

Very fine 19th Century Royal Vienna Vase with Cover

By Royal Vienna Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

Large antique (19th to early 20th century) Royal Vienna porcelain vase with cover (urn) of oval shape is finely gilt and hand-painted painted, depicting interior family scenes on eac...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Neoclassical Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Chinese Export Blue and White Platter
19th Century Chinese Export Blue and White Platter

19th Century Chinese Export Blue and White Platter

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Qing Dynasty style under-glazed platter featuring a basket of flowers Beautifully hand painted Chinese porcelain with varying shades of cobalt blue Excellent condition.

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Country Style Easter Bowl Porcelain with Hare Figure Sofina Boutique Kitzbuehel
Country Style Easter Bowl Porcelain with Hare Figure Sofina Boutique Kitzbuehel

Country Style Easter Bowl Porcelain with Hare Figure Sofina Boutique Kitzbuehel

By Sofina Boutique Kitzbühel

Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol

Completely handmade porcelain bowl with a hands-free naturalistic painted hare figure with grey spots. The Easter bunny is sitting in the middle of the bowl for decorating nuts or sw...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Country Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Art Nouveau Style Royal Vienna Porcelain Portrait Plate
Art Nouveau Style Royal Vienna Porcelain Portrait Plate

Art Nouveau Style Royal Vienna Porcelain Portrait Plate

By Royal Vienna Porcelain

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is an Art Nouveau Royal Vienna Porcelain Portrait Plate. It depicts a round porcelain plate hand painted royal and light blue in its background. At the center of the plate there...

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20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

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.