How do you identify Capodimonte?
How to Identify a Capodimonte
- Check if the details are created with intricacy and precision by looking closely at the piece.
- Inspect the Capodimonte by looking at all sides and checking if it has a seal that bears a crown and the signature letter “N” below it.
- Look for the artist’s mark or signature.
How much does a Capodimonte ceramic piece cost?
Values for Capodimonte pieces range from a few hundred dollars for a small piece with only a few ornamental sculptural additions to several tens of thousands of dollars for a large scale piece with many highly decorated intricate sculptural ornaments found overall. Get an online appraisal of your Capodimonte ceramic from Dr. Lori.
How much does a Capodimonte Christmas tree cost?
Values for Capodimonte pieces range from a few hundred dollars for a small piece with only a few ornamental sculptural additions to several tens of thousands of dollars for a large scale piece with many highly decorated intricate sculptural ornaments found overall.
How much is a capo di Monte figurine worth?
The value of Capo Di Monte collectible figurines vary on the individual piece in question. These antique porcelain pieces sell from as little as $20 to hundreds of dollars per figurine. Part of the allure of Capo Di Monte figurines is the history behind them.
How big is the base of the Capodimonte?
An early 19th Century antique Italian Naples Capodimonte porcelain ceramic figure of a Classical Grecian Lady in gilded dress hands raised above head holding ribbon. Raised on gilded pedestal base decorated with rocks, flowers and scrolls. Naples Blue crown mark to underside of base with gilt 27 painted. Measures: 19cm tall.
What kind of marks are on Capodimonte figurines?
Prior to this mark being stamped on wares ranging from figurines to tableware, pieces made by Capodimonte were all unmarked. This marking was usually stamped in either blue or gold on the bottom of pieces made during this era.
How much does it cost for a Capodimonte?
Capodimonte has a certificate of authenticity tag attached to each piece. This tag usually features a yellow-brown scroll icon where the text, “Certificate of Authenticity” is written. Note the price. Small figurines that can be placed on a desk and contain one character usually costs from $250 to $500.
When did Capodimonte start stamping their wares?
This is the first mark used by Capodimonte in the mid-1700s at the Royal Factory in Naples established by King Charles VII. Prior to this mark being stamped on wares ranging from figurines to tableware, pieces made by Capodimonte were all unmarked. This marking was usually stamped in either blue or gold on the bottom of pieces made during this era.
What kind of porcelain is a Capodimonte made of?
Since the 1920s, other companies have made and marketed items as Capodimonte. Some of these are indeed fine porcelain and marked Capodimonte made in Italy somewhere on the piece. Many of them have some variation of the crown over Neopolitan N mark in their stamps; others more fully identify the factory where they were made or their designer.
