Like Nippon, Occupied Japanese objects are increasingly growing in value and collectibles, and more dealers are scrambling to provide these items to their buyers. Identification is simple of course the...
ANTIQUE VICTORIAN MAJOLICA A Collector's Guide to Authentication Spotting Reproductions and Fakes What it is, what it isn't, where it came from, and how to recognize it. Where it came from: Majolica...
This guide will introduce you to the first hard paste porcelain produced in Europe. We will explore the porcelain manufactory's history, introduce key periods, and briefly discuss marks. Meissen Note:The links...
English Registry Marks - Signs of the Times Part I - 1842 to 1884 One of the most frequently asked questions about antiques is: How old is it? And often, the answer can be right there on the object in...
A1patina If you decide to collect ceramics and would want to pay more, it is worth knowing what you are buying. The first thing you should know is who made it? The most popular and valuable ceramics are made...
On a daily basis ebay, internet sellers and shops are offering figurines and other small porcelain objects as made by Camille Naudot and bearing an N over C mark matching that as shown for Naudot by several...
In general, decorative ceramics are more valuable than tableware ceramics. Decorative ceramics are items you display like vases, figurines, figures, tiles, bowls and etc. Tableware ceramics are objects we use...
To see some Original Guaranteed Clarice Cliff Pottery click on Decodance to visit our E Bay Store To the newcomer, the world of Clarice Cliff can appear very confusing:- How come, one piece can sell for £20,...
THE FACTORY -WMF ( Wurttembergische Metallwaren Fabrik ) The firm WMF were producing metal ware in different styles: * Classical * Art Nouveau ( Jugendstil ) * Art Deco * Celtic / Viking revival * Bauhaus *...
Whether you collect Art Deco as a hobby, investment, or way of life; or you have heard about this two words, I believe this information might help you. The Art Deco is a design and decor movement...