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Troika Pottery Buyer’s Guide: The Artistry of British Ceramics

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Even with this in mind, the pottery’s unique double egg cup ceramics, homeware and tiles became some of its greatest successes. The modernist movement, marrying abstraction and experimentalism, was certainly an influence on even the more traditionally-oriented ceramics makers. Sold for £1,400 GBP via Bearne’s (July 2006).

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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. If the doll comes with a certificate of authenticity or other identifying provenance documents, this information can help. How Can You Tell if a Doll Is Ceramic or Porcelain?

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How to Collect Pfaltzgraff Pottery in an Uncertain Market

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Nearly 70 percent of sales came from the Gourmet, Heritage, and Yorktowne lines. In the mid-2000s, the company introduced miniature replicas of authentic Pfaltzgraff pieces for its 2011 Bicentennial Celebration. The Pfaltzgraff America collection remains popular. This set sold for $1,000 in 2018.

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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. The big figure sales haven’t faltered, with rare Wemyss pieces selling in excess of $2,000 at auction. FAQ: Where Can I Find Authentic Wemyss Ware Pieces?

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

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The destruction of many historic artifacts in the 1960s and 1970s paired with the overall delicacy of the materials means that well-preserved, authentic Chinese antiques are increasingly difficult to find. Poetic script can be found on everything from paper and canvas to porcelain and ceramic pottery. How will the item be shipped?

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Rae Dunn Pottery: Love It or Leave It?

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I’m talking about Rae Dunn, the California ceramic artist whose work has provoked reactions as black and white as her deceptively uncomplicated collections. By the time Dunn was amassing thousands of handmade sales in her Etsy shop, she had licensed with Magenta, Inc., in January 2024. Who Is Rae Dunn?

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Insights on Auction Sales: Circus Calliope Wagon, Gaming Magazines

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We thought it would be a great idea for him to select some of his favorite sold items and explain why those sales stood out to him. Take a look at his thoughts on a few of our partners’ recent sales. The average sale price for these items is $61.90. We want to empower you to buy and sell with confidence.

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