How do you date antique Chinese porcelain?

To evaluate the age of Chinese porcelain, and thus the era it was manufactured within, the following must be assessed – in this order:

Shape of the item.
Colour palette.
Decorative style.
Base and foot of the item.
Glazed finish.
Clay.
Signs of ageing.
Any marks on the item.

What is clobbered porcelain?

Clobbered, Clobber ware A traditionally derogative name referring to Chinese export porcelain that has got its original underglaze blue and white decoration added onto in Europe with a later colored enamel decoration.

What is clobber painted?

‘Clobbered’ means in this case not to physically hit or strike but enhance or over-decorate an existing piece with additional colours fired over the glaze in a second firing and gilding added and fired on in yet another firing.

How old are the marks on Chinese porcelain?

Some porcelain I have found in Singapore marked in such way, the dealers have been very adamant that it dated to the 1970s.

Is it interesting to look at vintage porcelain?

The more you discover about vintage porcelain, the more interesting it is. Even if you do not want to get into collecting, looking at the pretty pieces is enjoyable and relaxing. My collection is mostly inherited. The family pieces have memories attached to them. When porcelain is held to the light it is translucent. Pottery is opaque.

How much is a 1970s CorningWare dish worth?

Many households still have and utilize the 1970s CorningWare dishes, including my own. Well, the classic style Porcelain CorningWare dishes are fetching up to $10,000 on eBay. This means that if you own some currently, you could really be investing in a fortune!

When did the Chinese porcelain industry go down?

During the cultural revolution in China from 1965 to the early 1970s the porcelain export industry in China took a downturn and much trade moved out to Hong Kong and as it seems, Macau.

What was the market for porcelain in the 19th century?

The primary market for this porcelain was in the swelling population of late 19th and early 20th century America where most of the RS porcelain was sold. The Suhl factories fortunes rose and fell with the American economy, trade tariffs and tastes.

What kind of floor tile was used in the 70s?

The entire Essence series is a colorful tribute to 70s decor. The 4×4 inch square tiles are available in few bold colors but also a selection of more subdued, timeless creams and beiges. The Sea Blue is especially appealing because a truly retro blue can be difficult to find, but this shows the depth and range of bold colors from the time.

What kind of porcelain is on sale at 1stdibs?

On offer is a beautiful porcelain vase made by Samuel Alcock in about 1840 during the Rococo Revival era. The vase has griffin-shaped handles, a cobalt blue ground, lavish gilt and a…