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Porcelain (/'p??rs?l?n/) is a ceramic material made by heating materials, generally including a material like kaolin, in a kiln to temperatures between 1,200 and 1,400 °C (2,200 and 2,600 °F). The strength, and translucence of porcelain, relative to other types of pottery, arises mainly from vitrification and the formation of the mineral mullite within the body at these high temperatures. Though definitions vary, porcelain can be divided into three main categories: hard-paste, soft-paste and bone china. The category that an object belongs to depends on the composition of the paste used to make the body of the porcelain object and the firing conditions.

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  Ashtray Monkey. Kuznetsov factory. 19th century.

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  Ashtray Monkey. Kuznetsov factory. 19th century. It is a comic mask of a monkey with an open mouth. Painted biscuit. Number in the test on the back of the base: 838. Dimensions: 6x14x11cm. Width: 14cm, Height: 6cm, Depth: 11cm, Weight: 0.3kg, Condition: Good, Material: Porcelain, Hand Painted, ID: 8723

  £388.43

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  Hand painted porcelain hookah. Kuznetsov factory in Dulevo. Russia. 19th century

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  A unique Russian porcelain hookah made at the Kuznetsov factory in Dulevo. Hand-painted porcelain hookah with a wooden pipe, consists of a central water chamber, a stem with a mouthpiece and a bowl for flavored tobacco, decorated with medallions and a portrait of a nobleman. Bright colors and careful detailing of the painting demonstrate the artistic skill of the artist from the Kuznetsov factory. Hallmark: Kuznetsov Factory in Dulevo, Arabic script for items made for export. Late 19th century. Width: 12cm, Height: 58cm, Depth: 40cm, Weight: 3kg, Condition: Good, with traces of use, Material: Porcelain, Hand Painted, ID: 8303

  £1,294.78

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• Russian porcelain saucer from private factories of the 1820s. Persan (Persian).

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  Russian porcelain saucer from private factories of the 1820s. Persan (Persian). A deep, funnel-shaped saucer with a pattern and gilded edges, at the bottom bears an exotic image of a young, well-dressed Persian in a southern landscape. Exotics of distant countries and tea - combined in meaning. On the back, an explanation in red underglaze Persan. Saucer diameter 12.5 cm. Width: 12.5cm, Height: 12.5cm, Depth: 2.8cm, Weight: 0.121kg, Condition: Good, with traces of use, Material: Porcelain, Hand Painted, Gilding, ID: 6949

  £431.59

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• Gardner porcelain teapot. Russia, 1820-1830s

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  Cylindrical porcelain teapot from the Gardner factory. Russia 1820-30s. Made in the classical spirit and proportions. With scenes of Italian life on the body. The lid and beveled edge of the cylinder are decorated with plant shoots. Porcelain, gilding, painting. Height: 17 cm. Width: 19cm, Height: 17cm, Depth: 12cm, Weight: 0.684kg, Condition: Good, Material: Porcelain, Hand Painted, Gilding, ID: 6942

  £1,381.10

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• Four-piece set, Gardner Porcelain Factory.

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  Four-piece set, Gardner Porcelain Factory. A peculiar ladies corner of the late 19th century, in the style of early modern. Includes: box and vase on a tray and freestanding candlestick. Combines historicist forms and dynamic Art Nouveau decor. All items are marked by the Gardner factory. There is still a stamp in the dough on the tray. Candlestick height: 14 cm. Tray length: 23 cm. Width: 23cm, Height: 14cm, Depth: 10cm, Weight: 0.576kg, Condition: Good, Material: Porcelain, ID: 6533

  £949.50

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• Kuznetsovs porcelain teapot.

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  Porcelain teapot from the Kuznetsov factory in Riga, with oriental motives. Width: 16cm, Height: 8cm, Depth: 11cm, Weight: 0.1kg, Condition: Good, with traces of use, Material: Porcelain, ID: 4968

  £276.22

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• Tea pair from the Kuznetsov factory in Volkhov. 1880s.

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  Tea pair from the Kuznetsov factory in Volkhov. A lovely merchant item with painting, gilding, and floral motifs on fine porcelain. 1880s. Width: 14cm, Height: 10cm, Depth: 14cm, Weight: 0.2kg, Condition: Condition of use, Material: Porcelain, ID: 4967

  £258.96

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• Porcelain vase-basket with molded flowers.

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  Romantic porcelain vase-basket of delicate silhouette and color, on gilded garlands, decorated with stucco flowers. The romantic program is provided by: slender curved lines of the silhouette, the bend of the handle and flowers laid out along the edges of the basket. The nodes of the composition are decorated with bright buds of wildflowers, carnations and roses, given as three-dimensional porcelain plastic, with an extraordinary richness of textures and colors. Consolidation blue maintains compact product integrity. The second quarter is the middle of the 19th century. Possibly the Imperial Porcelain Factory. Width: 24cm, Height: 19cm, Depth: 19cm, Weight: 1kg, Condition: Some lacks, Material: Porcelain, ID: 4946

  £172.64

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• Porcelain owl from Gardner factory.

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  Biscuit Owl of the Gardner Factory. End of the 19th century. The figure of an owl is given in profile, and the head is unfolded to the front. The eyes are colored and glazed. Width: 10cm, Height: 16cm, Depth: 7cm, Weight: 0.150kg, Condition: Scuff marks, Material: Biscuit (porcelain), ID: 4818

  £345.27

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• Faience figurine "Scotch Terrier". Factory Kuznetsov. Russia

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  Faience figurine - Scotch Terrier business card holder. Model of the Kuznetsov factory. Width: 14cm, Height: 8cm, Depth: 7cm, Weight: 0.3kg, Condition: Very good, Material: Faience, ID: 3044

  £172.64

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• Decorative dish Flowers. Gardner factory, Russia, 19th century.

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  Decorative dish Flowers . Mark of the manufacturer. Gardner Factory. Width: 38.5cm, Height: 38.5cm, Depth: 4.5cm, Weight: 2kg, Condition: As is, Material: Faience, ID: 2709

  £69.05

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• The figure "Once in the cold winter season" Konakovo

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  Unique composition "Once, in the icy winter season" according to the work of the same name by N. Nekrasov. The author of "Tulenkova". Hallmarks: "Konakovo faience factory", Authors signature in the Tulenkov test. Konakovo faience factory is one of the oldest manufacturers of tableware, decorative vessels and sculptures in Russia. In the first quarter of the 19th century, the landowner in Kuznetsovo was transferred to a porcelain factory founded in 1809 by Frederick Christian Brinner in the village of Domkino. The plants products - empire faience dishes with printed patterns and hand-painted by famous masters - were in great demand both in Russia and abroad. N-25cm. Width: 40cm, Height: 25cm, Depth: 25cm, Weight: 3kg, Condition: Very good, Material: Polychrome painting, ID: 1516

  £820.03

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• Set of Two Hand-Pair of Italian Renaissance Style Platters by N. Tapolini, 1970s

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  Set of Two Hand-Painted Italian Majolica Plates by N. Tapolini, Castelli, 1977–1978. A beautiful pair of hand-painted decorative majolica plates signed by N. Tapolini, crafted in Castelli. Each plate features intricate, Renaissance-inspired figural scenes, painted in vivid, earthy tones typical of the Castelli maiolica style.These plates represent the fine artistry of Castelli ceramics, combining historical motifs with masterful technique.Ideal for collectors or as striking wall décor.Technique: Tin-glazed earthenware, hand-painted. Width: 38cm, Height: 2cm, Depth: 38cm, Weight: 5kg, Condition: Condition of use, Material: Metal, ceramics, ID: 15374

  £543.81

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• Paris Porcelain centerpiece with putti, 19th Century

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  An opulent and finely crafted 19th-century French centerpiece, this piece epitomizes the elegance and artistic sophistication of the Louis XVI revival period. The openwork basket is fashioned from porcelain, delicately hand-painted and adorned with rich gilding, supported by a neoclassical stem featuring an intricately sculpted group of three cherubs in bisque porcelain. The cherubs—representing playful innocence and love—are rendered with extraordinary detail, their flowing forms lending a sense of movement and grace.The piece rests on a rounded, black porcelain base with elegant gilded decoration and scalloped edges, adding dramatic contrast and visual weight to the composition.Perfect as a centerpiece or decorative object on a mantel or console, this work embodies the refined taste of 19th-century French decorative arts, seamlessly blending porcelain artistry with the sculptural beauty of gilt bronze. Width: 29cm, Height: 34cm, Depth: 18cm, Weight: 5kg, Condition: Condition of use, Material: Porcelain, ID: 15373

  £2,399.65

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• Decorative dish "Flowers" PFF

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  Decorative dish "Flowers" - PFF - Riga porcelain and faience factory Width: 25cm, Height: 25cm, Depth: 1cm, Weight: 0.6kg, Condition: Scuff marks, Material: Faience, ID: 3411

  £43.16

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• Porcelain penguins

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  Porcelain penguins.Size: Height 29cm; 25x15cm Width: 15cm, Height: 29cm, Depth: 25cm, Weight: 1kg, Condition: , Material: Porcelain, Hand Painted, Gilding, ID: 13057

  £144.15

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• A pair of chickens

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  A pair of chickens.Ceramics.Italy.Second half of the 20th century.Dimensions: height 54cm; 42x23cm Width: 23cm, Height: 54cm, Depth: 42cm, Weight: 15kg, Condition: , Material: Porcelain, Hand Painted, Gilding, ID: 13312

  £345.27

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• Porcelain clown

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  Porcelain clown.Italy.Capodimonte.1980s.Author: Vittorio SabadinSize: Height 45cm; diameter 21cm Width: 45cm, Height: 21cm, Depth: 21cm, Weight: 3kg, Condition: , Material: Porcelain, Hand Painted, Gilding, ID: 13063

  £177.82

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• Porcelain clown

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  Porcelain clown.Italy.Capodimonte.1980s.Author: Vittorio SabadinSize: Height 45cm; diameter 21cm Width: 45cm, Height: 21cm, Depth: 21cm, Weight: 2kg, Condition: , Material: Porcelain, Hand Painted, Gilding, ID: 13062

  £172.64

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• A pair of chickens

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  A pair of chickens.Ceramics.Italy.Second half of the 20th century.Dimensions: height 54cm; 42x23cm Width: 23cm, Height: 54cm, Depth: 42cm, Weight: 15kg, Condition: Condition of use, Material: Porcelain, Hand Painted, Gilding, ID: 12568

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• Porcelain clown

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  Porcelain clown.Italy.Capodimonte.1980s.Author: Vittorio SabadinSize: Height 45cm; diameter 21cm Width: 45cm, Height: 21cm, Depth: 21cm, Weight: 3kg, Condition: Condition of use, Material: Porcelain, Hand Painted, Gilding, ID: 12567

  £181.27

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• Porcelain clown

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  Porcelain clown.Italy.Capodimonte.1980s.Author: Vittorio SabadinSize: Height 45cm; diameter 21cm Width: 45cm, Height: 21cm, Depth: 21cm, Weight: 2kg, Condition: Condition of use, Material: Porcelain, Hand Painted, Gilding, ID: 12566

  £172.64

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• Porcelain penguins

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  Porcelain penguins.Size: Height 29cm; 25x15cm Width: 15cm, Height: 29cm, Depth: 25cm, Weight: 1kg, Condition: Condition of use, Material: Porcelain, Hand Painted, Gilding, ID: 12540

  £146.74

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• LARGE SERVING TRAY. MEISSEN, 20TH CENTURY

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  A large serving tray by the Meissen manufactory — a distinguished example of German porcelain art from the late 19th to early 20th century. The tray features pierced rococo handles, cobalt blue cartouches, rich gilding, and a finely hand-painted central floral bouquet in the Blumenbukett style, depicting asters, morning glory, daffodils, and wildflowers. Additional miniature floral vignettes are framed within the borders.Marks: Blue crossed swords mark of Meissen, underglaze, 1st choice. Dimensions: Height 3.5 cm × Length 41 cm × Width 41 cm. Condition: Good condition, minor signs of age. Width: 41cm, Height: 41cm, Depth: 3.5cm, Weight: 2.060kg, Condition: Good, Material: Porcelain, Hand Painted, Gilding, ID: 12193

  £1,467.41

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• Dish for small items. Bogatyr Svyatogor. 1909.

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  A perfect dish for small items, in linen, from the Svyatogor Imperial Porcelain Factory. 1909. To a certain extent, it illustrates the text of Ruslan and Lyudmila and demonstrates the epic keeper of treasures and hearth. It is a dish with the head of a hero in a helmet growing out of it, his beard and hair rooted in porcelain. Appears in the form of an ancient amulet for the house. On the back of the base there is a green overglaze stamp of Nicholas II of 1909, crossed out by two stripes in the paste. Length: 18 cm. Height: 11 cm. Width: 18cm, Height: 11cm, Depth: 16cm, Weight: 0.675kg, Condition: Good, with traces of use, Material: Porcelain, ID: 8527

  £517.91

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