Antique China and Porcelain

This Antique China and Porcelain section includes faience, stoneware, earthenware, transferware, hand-painted flow blue, classic blue & white, Barbotine and Majolica, all showcased here.  Antique china and porcelain has been both collectible and essential to everyday life for thousands of years.  Our antique china ranges from French and Italian Faience to Chinese porcelain.  We offer beautiful Imari and Satsuma urns and jardinieres as well as monumental blue and white urns, all of which are designed to beautify your decor.

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19th Century Imari Jardiniere with Bronze Mounts

19th Century Imari Jardiniere with Bronze Mounts was produced for the lucrative European market that burgeoned during the 1800s.  Using copper and cobalt-derived colors for their complex glazes, each vessel was hand-painted then fired and finally fitted with intricate cast bronze furniture that includes in this example, handles shaped like dragons and...
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Grand Floral Design Porcelain China with 58 Piece set...

This grand Floral Design Porcelain China with 58 Piece set by Habsburg, Austria is perfect for buffet serving with 29 dinner plates! Service for your family and guests with additional service pieces is all here, rendered in fine China. This grand china set is embellished with embossed and beaded scrollwork around the rim and base, and is delicately...
$1,386   $1,980
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19th Century Black Forest Wall Shrine with Porcelain...

19th Century Black Forest Wall Shrine with Porcelain St. Anthony of Padua & Jesus will make a splendid devotional for any room, and features sculpted wood combining the Renaissance and Classical styles in a lovely oval form upon which has been placed burgundy velvet, making the painted porcelain figurine of St. Anthony cradling the infant Jesus in his...
$588   $980
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Antique Old Paris Porcelain Coffee Service Set

This fantastic Antique Old Paris Porcelain Coffee Service Set. Original hand painted gold, elegant neoclassical French style. This set would display beautifully in a vitrine or on an enfilade. Circa 1830s. Measurements: Coffee Pot 10 x 8 x 5 Creamer 7.5 x 4.5 x 3.5 Sugar Bowl 7 x 4.5 diameter Saucers (11) 1 x 5 diameter Cups (9) 2.5 x 2.5 diameter.
$750   $1,250
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Set Of Six French White Ironstone Asparagus Plates

Set Of Six French White Ironstone Asparagus Plates Measures 9.5 in diameter Circa 1900-1910.
$149   $298
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Antique Country French Alsatian Hand Painted Pitcher

The region in France around Elzas is noted for its Country French pottery, and these antique pitchers survive as one of its most popular products. Hand-thrown then fitted with a handle and "fingered" for a spout, each has been hand-painted with local charming wildflowers design then glazed to provide decade after decade of daily use. Circa 1840 Measures...
$134   $298
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Antique Country French Alsatian Hand Painted Pitcher

The region in France around Elzas is noted for its Country French pottery, and these antique pitchers survive as one of its most popular products. Hand-thrown then fitted with a handle and "fingered" for a spout, each has been hand-painted with local charming wildflowers design then glazed to provide decade after decade of daily use. Circa 1880s. Measures...
$134   $298
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Set of 4 Mid-Century Chinese Vases ~ Garniture

Set of 4 Mid-Century Chinese Vases ~ Garniture will provide a variety of decorating possibilities!  Consisting of a pair of lidded urns mated with a pair of open vases, all designed and painted to match, they can be used together or as separate pairs.  Hand-painted in lively copper red, sky blue, goldenrod and emerald green, each features a graceful shape...
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Pair Antique Cloissone Vases

Pair Antique Cloissone Vases is a timeless example of the genre, displaying a well-preserved, rich coloration and exhibiting a floral design theme celebrating the beauty of nature.  Decorated in the round, brass wire was carefully affixed to the brass vase, then the spaces created were filled with various colors of enamel, with the final product being...
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19th Century Oriental Style Delft Vase with Lid

19th Century Oriental Style Delft Vase with Lid is a splendid example of Western European porcelain makers trying to keep up with the craze for Oriental Fine China that started in the 18th Century and continues until this day!  This example, rendered by the master artisans of Delft, features hand-painted adornment with a proprietary glaze that has kept...
$597   $995
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19th Century Chinese Import Vase

Imported to Europe during the craze for such exotic items from the Far East, this 19th Century Chinese Porcelain Vase, hand-painted to perfection and glazed to protect the vibrant colors for centuries, is a wonderful example of the art of ceramics that has been continually perfected in the Orient for over a millenium! Circa 1880s Measures 10.5H x 9 in...
$347   $495
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Pair Antique Blue & White Delft Lidded Urns by Boch of...

Pair Antique Blue & White Delft Lidded Urns by Boch of Belgium are a splendid example of fine ceramic porcelains from the region that encompassed northern France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and Holland.  The storied company was founded by Francois Boch in 1748 and evolved through many permutations over the decades, witnessing the revolution in Belgium, the...

Pair Antique Chinese Porcelain Lidded Urns with Wood...

Pair Antique Chinese Porcelain Lidded Urns with Wood Bases are a delightful design, with classic form and exquisite jewel tones expressed with talented artistry to depict a variety of characters set in intriguing landscapes, seeming to appear to illustrate ancient myths and legends.  The domed caps can be removed so the urns function as handsome vases,...
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Pair 19th Century Hand-Painted Chinese Vases

Pair 19th Century Hand-Painted Chinese Vases are stunning works of art, rendered on fine Kaolin clay and illustrative of the mastery of the art attained by master artisans with hundreds of years of history behind their craft!  The graceful shapes include hand-painted artistry which although the themes may be the same, each is unique due to the...
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Pair Antique Chinese Hand-Painted Porcelain Bud Vases

Pair Antique Chinese Hand-Painted Porcelain Bud Vases are brilliantly painted to an amazingly realistic degree of artistry, depicting various species of garden plants and flowers.  Perfect for single stems or a small number of stems, they were designed to brighten up the room and provide visual enjoyment year round, even when flowers are not blooming. ...
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Pair 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Imari Lidded Urns

Pair 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Imari Lidded Urns are extraordinarily well preserved, retaining their vivid coloration derived from copper and cobalt based pigments even after over a century of enjoyment!  Charming Foo Dogs on the tops of the lids guard the vases below, and even the lids boast amazing hand-painted artistry depicting various...
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Antique Glazed Terra Cotta Bean Pot

Antique Glazed Terra Cotta Bean Pot is perfect for adding a homey touch to your decor, both inside and out!  Hand-thrown terra cotta clay has been glazed on the top 3/4 of the vessel which allows the bottom portion to "breathe".  Such vessels were stored in the basement, usually on an earthen floor, which kept the contents both cool and at a constant...
$419   $598
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Pair 19th Century Oriental Satsuma Vases ca. 1880

Pair 19th Century Oriental Satsuma Vases were hand-painted on the finest Japanese porcelain then set on cast bronze bases for the ultimate in Oriental Opulence!  An intricate "pie crust" shaped rim was also added to prevent chipping and ensure longevity.  The hand-painted scenery extends all around each vase, unlike some that have unpainted back sides. ...
$990   $1,650
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Set of Five 18th Century Hand-Painted Delft Vases...

Set of Five 18th Century Hand-Painted Delft Vases including 3 Lidded Urns, also known as a garniture, elevate the blue & white art form to a special place, all having been hand-painted by one artist with matching themes of the persistent angler!  The set includes three lidded urns, with birds feeding on fruit adorning the lids, and a shield shaped urn...
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Set of Seven 19th Century Dutch Transferware Plates by...

Set of Seven 19th Century Dutch Transferware Plates by P. Regout of Maastricht features charming images of rural life derived from line etchings in a technique that has remained popular for many centuries.  The transferware process was developed to increase productivity in the process of porcelain manufacturing, and allowed ease in duplication as well as...

Antique Blue and White Transferware Platter "Blue Willow"

Antique English Blue and White Transferware Platter "Blue Willow"Circa 1880s. Measures 12H x 15W

Pair 19th Century French Hand-Painted Opaline Glass...

Pair 19th Century French Hand-Painted Opaline Glass Flower Vases will make perfect vessels to make a delightful fresh display in any room, and with their beautifully and artfully painted cherry blossom motifs, a decorative accent all year long!  The first opaline glass was made in Murano in the sixteenth century, with the addition of calcium phosphate,...

19th Century French Old Paris Porcelain Bon-Bon Dish

19th Century French Old Paris Porcelain Bon-Bon Dish is a charming serving piece you'll be proud to display and use for special occasions!  Old Paris (Vieux Paris) is a generic term for porcelain objects made from the mid-18th century through approximately 1870 by more than 30 French ceramic manufacturers located in and around Paris.  Cast with two...

19th Century Porcelain Candy Dish by P. Regout & Co....

19th Century Porcelain Candy Dish by P. Regout & Co. of Maastrickt is a charming serving piece you'll be proud to display and use for special occasions!  The maker was capitalizing on the demand for Old Paris (Vieux Paris) porcelain objects popular beginning in the mid-19th century.  Cast with two distinct bowls for serving bites of candy, it features...

Antique Hand-Painted Vanity Tray by Limoges of France

Antique Hand-Painted Vanity Tray by Limoges of France is a work of the ceramicist's art!  The shaded edge with gold trim follows a unique naturalistic contour, and frames the exquisite floral spray painted in rich jewel tones that captivates the eye.  Designed to rest atop the vanity, it is a great repository for jewelry and what nots, or to serve as a...

Pair Antique Hand-Painted Porcelain Candlesticks

Pair Antique Hand-Painted Porcelain Candlesticks will add a splash of color to your decorating scheme, and hold standard tapered candles for adding a romantic accent to your entertaining!  Hand-painted with floral sprays in a variety of rich jewel tones, each features a capital accented with gold, and a flared base also accented with gold plus embellished...

85 Piece Antique Staffordshire Dinnerware Set

85 Piece Antique Staffordshire Dinnerware Set is an amazing collection that will add charm and color to your dining and entertaining experience!  With multiple scenes hand-engraved then reproduced in the transfer process in rich earth tone colors, the pattern is aptly named "Myotts Country Life".  Scenes include steeple chasing, fox hunting, and various...
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Antique Rustic Earthenware Centerpiece Bowl in Green...

Antique Rustic Earthenware Centerpiece Bowl in Green Glaze makes the perfect choice for entertaining or just adding a decorative touch to your casual or rustic decor.  Hand-thrown and designed with a raised shallow bowl, each glazing adds a unique look to every individual piece for a charming effect.Limited Selection ~ matching bowls available as of this...

Antique Rustic Earthenware Centerpiece Bowl in Green...

Antique Rustic Earthenware Centerpiece Bowl in Green Glaze makes the perfect choice for entertaining or just adding a decorative touch to your casual or rustic decor.  Hand-thrown and designed with a raised shallow bowl, each glazing adds a unique look to every individual piece for a charming effect.Limited Selection ~ matching bowls available as of this...

Antique Rustic Earthenware Centerpiece Bowl in Green...

Antique Rustic Earthenware Centerpiece Bowl in Green Glaze makes the perfect choice for entertaining or just adding a decorative touch to your casual or rustic decor.  Hand-thrown and designed with a raised shallow bowl, each glazing adds a unique look to every individual piece for a charming effect.Limited Selection ~ matching bowls available as of this...

Vintage Flow Blue Ironstone Fruit Chiller by Victoria...

Vintage Flow Blue Ironstone Fruit Chiller by Victoria Ware is a wonderful find!  This particular design was intended to keep fresh fruit chilled and ready to eat right on the table.  Ice water would be placed in the vessel, and the fruit could sit in the upper bowl designed with drain holes to keep the fruit dry while keeping it chilled.  The upper insert...
$640   $1,280
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Pair 19th Century Petite Hand-Painted Rose Medallion...

Pair 19th Century Petite Hand-Painted Rose Medallion Vases are stunning works of art, rendered on fine Kaolin clay and illustrative of the mastery of the art attained by master artisans with hundreds of years of history behind their craft!  The graceful shapes include three dimensional relief and handles incorporated into the tailored urn form. ...
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50 Piece Set of Antique Limoges China by JBT & Cie

50 Piece Set of Antique Limoges China by JBT & Cie features multiple pieces of assorted sizes.  Great for a starter set!  Crafted by master ceramicists, each piece has been carefully hand-painted and highlighted with gold which accentuates the rich blue, olive green and touch of cinnamon colors painted in an interesting stylized naturalistic pattern...

Vieux Brussels Gold & White Lidded Urns

Vieux Brussels Gold & White Lidded Urns were designed to provide symmetry in neoclassical elegant style atop a mantel, buffet, or any surface needing classical decoration!  Made by the skilled artisans of De Beaudour in Belgium. Circa early 1900s Each measures 12H x 7 in diameter

Cache Pot, Antique Italian Neoclassical Florentine

Cache Pot, Antique Italian Neoclassical Florentine, crafted by the master ceramicists of the fabled city of Florence, Italy.  Revered by the art community long before Italy became a country, Florence has deep cultural roots and is home to countless masters, not the least of which was Leonardo DaVinci.  This work recreates the classical motifs that date...

Antique 51 Piece Set of German Transferware by Geschutzt

Antique 51 Piece Set of German Transferware by Geschutzt is an elegant set that features naturalistic colors in a lovely floral pattern perfect for entertaining in style!Circa early 1900sMeasurements & specifics available upon request

19th Century Oriental Porcelain Lidded Vase

19th Century Oriental Porcelain Lidded Vase was shipped by arduous voyage around the Cape of Good Hope to feed the craze for all things from the Exotic Far East during the 18th & 19th Centuries in Europe.  This example of Japanese craftsmanship depicts a formal encounter, depicted in a colorful rendition entirely by hand. Circa 1880s Measures 7H x 6...

19th Century Blue & White Vase

19th Century Blue & White Vase features the vivid blues so desirable with the makers of such goods since the 15th century.  The blues were derived from cobalt oxide, which interestingly was imported all the way from Persia (today's Iran) across the Asian continent on the Old Silk Road, or just as perilously, by sea around India and Southeast Asian...
$920   $1,150
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19th Century Blue & White Vase

19th Century Blue & White Vase features the vivid blues so desirable with the makers of such goods since the 15th century.  The blues were derived from cobalt oxide, which interestingly was imported all the way from Persia (today's Iran) across the Asian continent on the Old Silk Road, or just as perilously, by sea around India and Southeast Asian...
$784   $980
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Pair 19th Century Oriental Import Porcelain Vases

Pair 19th Century Oriental Import Porcelain Vases was shipped by arduous voyage around the Cape of Good Hope to feed the craze for all things from the Exotic Far East during the 18th & 19th Centuries in Europe.  This example of Japanese craftsmanship depicts a formal encounter, depicted in a colorful rendition entirely by hand.Circa 1880sEach...
$690   $1,150
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Antique English Brown Transferware Pitcher

NOW 50% OFF! Antique Brown Transferware Pitcher Circa early 1900s Measures 12H x 9W x 7D
$99   $198
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Antique Hand-Painted Platter from Hutschenreuther of...

Antique Hand-Painted Platter from Hutschenreuther of Bavaria is a delightful rose pattern, intricately painted around the entire perimeter with the foliate edges highlighted in gold, and centered with lovely rose bouquets in lively jewel tones at the centers.  Perfect for display or for livening up your entertaining!As of this writing a matching footed...

Antique Hand-Painted Oval Platter from Germany

Antique Hand-Painted Oval Platter from Germany, probably around the region of Dresden, is a delightful rose pattern, intricately painted around the entire perimeter with the edges highlighted in gold, and pierced with slots following the contours of the edge, which is difficult to master but creates an unforgettable result!  Designed for serving in style...

Set of 3 Antique Hand-Painted Decorative Plates from...

Set of 3 Antique Hand-Painted Decorative Plates from Bavaria are perfect for decorative accents on the wall, in a case, or for serving to special guests.  Each one has been exquisitely and artistically hand-painted with different floral themes in lovely natural and jewel tones to liven up your decor.Circa early 1900sEach measures 6 in diameter

19th Century French Napoleon III Period Barbotine Vase

19th Century French Napoleon III Period Barbotine Vase features rich, natural coloration combined with a cobalt blue vessel and cluster of plums motif for a rustic yet sophisticated effect.  Hand-crafted by master ceramicists, the handles are formed into vine shapes with texture to make them seem more realistic, with the vines intertwining on the front...

19th Century French Old Paris - Vieux Paris Porcelain...

19th Century French Old Paris - Vieux Paris Porcelain Neoclassical Coffee PotWhat is known as Vieux Paris porcelain has been created by over 30 different artisan factories in Paris and the area surrounding the city, beginning in the 1700’s and continuing through the 1870s. Remarkably, this porcelain usually has no identifiable marks, but the delicate...

Set of Four 19th Century Black and White Transferware...

Set of Four 19th Century Black and White Transferware Plates are perfect for creating a little vignette in your decorating scheme.  Made in Jemmapes (which is now in Belgium) by J. B. Cappellemans, affiliated with Willems Smith & Company, four scenes are depicted: The Governor of Bombay's residence, the Chateau of the Governor of Madras, The House of...

18th Century French Faience Hand-Painted Plate

18th Century French Faience Hand-Painted Plate commemorates the Battle of Valmy when Prussian troops attempted to take Paris.  A field cannon with cannon balls, spears and a parade drum accompany a boldly represented French flag, with the exhortation "To Arms!" and the date of 1792 clearly placed.  The border consists of three lattice panels separated by...

18th Century French Faience Hand-Painted Plate

18th Century French Faience Hand-Painted Plate is a charming reminder of a simpler time, when rural life was the norm, not like today.  This scene was painted in a single wine color of varying shades and intensities, and depicts a threesome taking a break during the day for lunch and refreshments.  Note the simple milking bench and cut out wine barrel,...

19th Century French Neoclassical Vieux Paris 33 pc....

19th Century French Neoclassical Vieux Paris 33 pc. Tea Set is a wonderful example of fine French porcelains produced during the Belle Epoque!  Crafted in classic designs that date back many centuries, each possesses a dignified elegance that will refine your entertaining experience.  Hand-painted gold accents include spouts, horzintal border trim, and...
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19th Century Chinese Blue & White Vase

19th Century Chinese Blue & White Vase features a timeless scene in the round, all executed in luscious cobalt blue on a classic shape formed from pure white Kaolin clay.  Such examples were produced in China for the lucrative European and Middle Eastern market, and continue to be revered today around the world!Circa 1880sMeasures 16.5H x 7.5 in diameter

Pair Antique Delft Hand-Painted Blue & White Vases

Pair Antique Delft Hand-Painted Blue & White Vases are a splendid collectible that was created for the lucrative European market where the clay was treated with a tin solution before glazing resulting in a unique and highly desirable finish that lasts for centuries!  This pair features a charming transferware pattern that emphasizes the classic...

Pair Antique Delft Lidded Urns by Boch of Belgium

Pair Antique Delft Lidded Urns by Boch of Belgium are a splendid example of fine ceramic porcelains from the region that encompassed northern France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and Holland.  The storied company was founded by Francois Boch in 1748 and evolved through many permutations over the decades, witnessing the revolution in Belgium, the rise and fall of...

Pair Antique Delft Lidded Urns by Boch of Belgium

Pair Antique Delft Lidded Urns by Boch of Belgium are a splendid example of fine ceramic porcelains from the region that encompassed northern France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and Holland.  The storied company was founded by Francois Boch in 1748 and evolved through many permutations over the decades, witnessing the revolution in Belgium, the rise and fall of...

Antique Blue & White Chinese Vase

Antique Blue & White Chinese Vase is a great choice for adding timeless color and form to your collection, and perfect for displaying fresh or permanent flowers and foliage.  The intricate nature-inspired patterns dominate the entire exterior, executed in rich cobalt blue that blurred slightly during the glazing process and firing, creating a soft...

Antique Blue & White Chinese Vase

Antique Blue & White Chinese Vase is a great choice for adding timeless color and form to your collection, and perfect for displaying fresh or permanent flowers and foliage.  The intricate nature-inspired patterns dominate the entire exterior, executed in rich cobalt blue that blurred slightly during the glazing process and firing, creating a soft...

Antique Blue & White Chinese Vase

Antique Blue & White Chinese Vase is a great choice for adding timeless color and form to your collection, and perfect for displaying fresh or permanent flowers and foliage.  The intricate nature-inspired patterns dominate the entire exterior, executed in rich cobalt blue that blurred slightly during the glazing process and firing, creating a soft...

Antique Blue & White Chinese Vase

Antique Blue & White Chinese Vase is a great choice for adding timeless color and form to your collection, and perfect for displaying fresh or permanent flowers and foliage.  The intricate nature-inspired patterns dominate the facade, executed in rich cobalt blue that blurred slightly during the glazing process and firing, creating a soft effect...

Antique Blue & White Chinese Vase

Antique Blue & White Chinese Vase is a great choice for adding timeless color and form to your collection, and perfect for displaying fresh or permanent flowers and foliage.  The intricate nature-inspired patterns encircle the entire vase, executed in rich cobalt blue that blurred slightly during the glazing process and firing, creating a soft effect...

Antique Chinese Porcelain Bud Vase

Antique Chinese Porcelain Bud Vase will make an attractive and colorful addition to your collection, and is perfect for displaying one or two blossoms, or a bud ready to blossom!  Hand-painted in jewel tones of green, white, brown and rose colors, it features both a classic shape and a beautiful presence.Circa early to mid-1900sMeasures 9H x 4.5 in diameter

19th Century Chinese Blue & White Lidded Urn

19th Century Chinese Blue & White Lidded Urn was designed for shelf, sideboard or mantel display, with an elaborate flora and fauna scene hand-painted in rich cobalt blue on the facade, but with a blank opposite side.  The teardrop shape of the design provides lots of storage, accessed with the original lid, also accented with painted designs and a...

Pair Antique Delft Hand-Painted Blue & White Vases

Pair Antique Delft Hand-Painted Blue & White Vases are a splendid collectible that was created for the lucrative European market where the clay was treated with a tin solution before glazing resulting in a unique and highly desirable finish that lasts for centuries!  This pair features a charming transferware pattern that emphasizes the classic...

Antique French Palissy Majolica Serving Platter

Antique French Palissy Majolica Serving Platter is an exquisite example of the genre, very well preserved and resplendent with jewel tones on a rich background creating a very decorative effect.  Resting upon various aquatic and water-loving plants, one can see crawfish, frogs, escargots and at the center, a serpent intertwined in a complex figure eight...
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19th Century French Barbotine Covered Asparagus Server...

19th Century French Barbotine Covered Asparagus Server with Matching Platter by Keller & Guerin is another rare find, to be sure!  Surviving together for over a century, each still displays rich coloration thanks to the proprietary painting and glazing methods by the well-known French ceramic masters at Keller & Guerin.  Note the server bottom for...
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Antique French Majolica Asparagus Plate by Salins...

Antique French Majolica Asparagus Plate by Salins will make a splendid addition to your collection!  Depicting green and lavender-colored tips of white asparagus on a foliate leaf with a berry, the hand-painted colorations add a special visual touch, enriched by the final glaze.The earthenware producer Salins was established in 1857 in Salins-les-Bains in...

19th Century French Longchamp Barbotine Asparagus Dish...

19th Century French Longchamp Barbotine Asparagus Dish with Matching Platter is a rare find, indeed!  Surviving together for over a century, each still displays rich coloration thanks to the proprietary painting and glazing methods by the well-known French ceramic masters at Longchamp.  Note the cradle for the vegetables has holes to allow excess water to...

19th Century American Salt Glaze Stoneware Pot

19th Century American Salt Glaze Stoneware Pot will make an excellent addition to your rustic decor!  Use for permanent or fresh flowers and greenery, or perhaps a more artistic base for your creation.  Suitable for indoor or outdoor use.  Makes a great place to park wet umbrellas, too.  Salt-glaze or salt glaze pottery is usually stoneware, with a glaze...

19th Century Japanese Satsuma Vase ~ Jardiniere with...

19th Century Japanese Satsuma Vase ~ Jardiniere with Bronze Mounts is an amazing work of art with scenes hand-painted around the entire circle of the base creating a slightly different presentation as one views the piece from all angles.  Such vases were produced in Japan by talented artisans, then shipped to one of their primary markets in France for the...
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Antique Delft Lidded Urn by Boch of Belgium

Antique Delft Lidded Urn by Boch of Belgium is a splendid example of fine ceramic porcelains from the region that encompassed northern France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and Holland.  The storied company was founded by Francois Boch in 1748 and evolved through many permutations over the decades, witnessing the revolution in Belgium, the rise and fall of...

19th Century Hand-Painted French Plate signed by Marie...

19th Century Hand-Painted French Plate signed by Marie Branne is a remarkable work of the ceramicist's art!  Ever so slightly impressionistic in form, it features a scene played out thousand of times a day in meadows across the continent depicting a bird eyeing its next meal.  Thorns, thistles and wildflowers combine with the naturalistic greenery for a...

19th Century Hand-Painted French Plate by Louis Martin...

19th Century Hand-Painted French Plate by Louis Martin Lebeuf & Co. is an example of porcelains and ceramics identified as Criel-Montereau which is a generic term used to describe French faience produced in the French towns of Criel, Osse, and Montereau, Seine-deMarne.  Robert Bray O’Reilly, a Paris glass merchant, founded a ceramic factory in Criel...

Mid-Century Hand-Painted Porcelain Platter by Boch ~...

Mid-Century Hand-Painted Porcelain Platter by Boch ~ La Louviere is a wonderful example of traditional craftsmanship produced by talented artisans who painstakingly hand-painted the background and foliate motifs in the circular pattern around the perimeter of this lovely platter.  The two handles were accented in gold as well for a finishing touch. ...