Antiques

Sevres porcelain was originally created during the early- to mid-part of the 18th century when a man began making pieces that mimicked the look of Saxon pieces. These pieces were popular because...

Ironstone is a sturdy, durable form of china that is usually undecorated. It was first produced in the 19th century by British potters who exported it to the U.S.

It's been 4,000 years since Chinese potters experimenting with locally mined white clay fired their wares at a temperature of 1,280 degrees Centigrade to produce the first true porcelain. The...

Bone china is a kind of porcelain that contains bone ash. Its making was first developed in Britain and was borne out of the need to compete with the quality of imported ceramic products from...

Founded in 1974, the Royal Bayreuth factory created the Rose Tapestry pattern. By pressing fabric against the damp surface of the porcelain, the company imprinted the china with the textured look...

"Limoges" porcelain ware is a generic term, because various factories and different studio artists manufactured and decorated a wide range of these wares during the 19th and 20th centuries. The...

China is a term used in the pottery and ceramics world to identify high-quality porcelain originally made only in China. Antique china includes all porcelain ware 100 years of age or older....

Many treasure hunters regularly visit antique stores, flea markets, garage sales and auctions trying to find a collectible that is not only beautiful, but also authentic. Many porcelain pieces are...

Before porcelain was used for their heads, hands and feet, dolls often were made of wood, paper mache or wax. Porcelain, though, proved more durable. While the earliest porcelain dolls were made...

In classic stories from the early 1900's, a boy could prove to a girl that he liked her by winning her a Kewpie doll at the county fair. Although these chubby little dolls with pointed little...

Believe it or not, china dolls do not come from China. Collectors use the term china doll to describe usually antique dolls with a porcelain head, although the term has been used to describe any...

Antique china, whether from America, Britain, the European continent or China itself, is highly collectible. There are a number of ways of identifying and finding out about the origins, maker or...

From the 1850's through to the early 20th century, China made items exclusively for export. Among the silks, furniture, teas, firecrackers and spices were pieces of porcelain. Chinese porcelain...

The Ansoina Clock Company imported china clock cases from Germany. Learn what qualities to look for in porcelain and china clocks in this free video on collecting antique Connecticut clocks from...

True bone China is made from bone ash. Bone ash does contain remnants of calcified bone through the process of intense burning. The remaining ash is further crushed and mixed with water.

Many people collect antique porcelain dolls, be it for investment purposes or simply for the love of these treasures. Whether you want to display the doll in your home or sell it for a profit,...

The main ingredients in Limoges are feldspar, kaolin and quartz. Until the first discovery of kaolin, porcelain was considered a "soft paste porcelain" mixture. It was in Limoges, France, that a...

A collection of antique dishes or china is a great addition to any kitchen or dining room. Displayed in a china cabinet or hutch, the dishes add beauty and interest to any decor. As with any area...

Porcelain identification markings are manufacturers' ways of showcasing that particular vessels were made or decorated in their workshops. Mass-manufactured porcelain--such as it is sold...

Antique porcelain encompasses a wide range of styles and manufacturers. It takes an expert to determine the real value of a piece, but the collector can learn the basics and know enough to help...

Antique female figurines are popular collectibles. They come from virtually every country in the world, and some are very reasonable, making it possible for more people to become collectors. Pick...

Originally designed for use at a high tea, vintage tea cups were made in another era of time. These cups are usually made over fifty years from the current date. Most tea cups are also considered...

Valuing fine porcelain is usually best left to the professionals but there are a number of things you can look for to try and date and value a piece yourself. Look carefully at your piece and...

You can date antique porcelain collectibles if you can decipher the clues, such as the markings of a piece. You just have to know what to look for and where to find it.

Dolls have been made for hundreds of years, all over the world. As a child, they were your playmates, your confidantes. Now they can be just as precious and just as much fun. There are many, many...

Porcelain and ceramics are often referred to as "china," as such items were originally made in China centuries ago. The term is normally associated with dinnerware such as plates, teacups and...

Antique china or porcelain place settings can be very valuable depending on the age and design. In general, patterns considered to be rare are highly sought after, while more common patterns tend...