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The Wemyss Ware Buyer’s Guide: 5 Classic Pieces You Need in Your Collection

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The iconic line of ceramics – envisioned by a pottery owner and decorator in 1882 – counts Elton John as a fan, with the Queen Mother also said to have been a collecting devotee. Its penchant for pigs was influenced by original painter Karel Nekola, who convinced Robert Heron to start producing the ceramic animals in different sizes.

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Types of Chinese Art: A Guide to Valuing & Collecting Chinese Art

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In our experience, items with the most provenance are most sought after.” Poetic script can be found on everything from paper and canvas to porcelain and ceramic pottery. Sold for $6,000,000 HKD via Poly Auction Hong Kong (July 2022). Sold for $1,300 USD via Rapid Estate Liquidators and Auction Gallery (July 2018).

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Antique Porcelain Dolls: How Much Are Porcelain Dolls Worth?

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With this Chinese ceramic material, doll makers could finally create intricately painted faces, lifelike features, and beautifully constructed clothing. Today, porcelain dolls’ worth depend on a variety of factors including age, condition, provenance, manufacturer and type, and the artistry of the creation. Auctioneers.