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ApplyIn this category you will find a selection of antique ceramics for sale, featuring objects from the Italian and European antiques and vintage markets: decorative maiolica, vintage porcelain, plates, vases and antique figurines. This collection is designed both for collectors and for those who want to enrich their home with Italian art ceramics and authentic period ceramic objects. When choosing an antique ceramic, always consider:
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Each ceramic piece is carefully selected by our experts. Enrico Sala, our antiques expert, is an appraiser at the Lombard College.
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Antique ceramics include a wide variety of decorative and collectible objects: from Renaissance maiolica to 20th-century porcelain and mid-century decorative ceramics. Knowing a few key differences helps you choose authentic pieces that suit your collection.
If you are just starting out as a collector, you may also find it useful to read the guide on how to identify antique porcelain, where we explain the differences between ceramics, maiolica and porcelain.
The first element to consider is the material.
This is the broadest term and includes many decorative techniques, often linked to artisanal and artistic production.
This is glazed and painted ceramic, widely used in Italian workshops and appreciated for its vivid colours and rich decoration.
Finer and more durable, often hand-decorated, it is used for table services, figurines and ornamental objects.
To better distinguish these materials, you can read the guide on ceramic or porcelain: differences and identification.
Many collectible ceramics date from the 20th century, a period rich in artistic production. Among the most sought-after types are:
Floral decorations, elegant lines and refined taste make these pieces highly appreciated by collectors.
Geometric shapes, stylised motifs and a strong decorative character define one of the most iconic styles of the 20th century.
Vibrant and original productions, now highly sought after on the vintage and mid-century market.
Objects with essential and modern design, often produced by Italian manufacturers active in the post-war period.
Vintage ceramics from this period were often produced by Italian manufacturers and represent a very active area of collecting. To better understand the different styles, you can read the guide dedicated to 1950s ceramics and mid-century collecting.
The value of a ceramic piece often depends on the manufacturer. In Italy, some of the best-known productions come from historic centres such as:
One of the most famous traditions of Italian maiolica, known for the quality of its decoration and continuity of production.
A historic centre of Italian art ceramics, renowned for the variety of workshops and high level of craftsmanship.
A key reference point for 20th-century ceramics, also linked to contemporary artists and designers.
A broad and recognisable production, very present in 20th-century decorative and collectible ceramics.
Many objects bear factory marks or artists’ signatures, useful for identifying period, origin and authenticity.
You can learn more about these productions in the guide dedicated to the most important Italian ceramic marks.
Within the catalogue you can find different types of vintage ceramic and antique objects.
Antique Italian maiolica is among the most decorative and collectible ceramics. It includes:
Decorative objects much appreciated for their painterly quality and their ability to enrich walls and interiors.
Often hand-painted, they combine decorative function and collectible value.
Productions characterised by coloured glazes and ornamental motifs with strong visual impact.
A highly sought-after category for its style, originality and connection to post-war design.
Period porcelain includes both decorative and tableware objects. Among the most common are:
Elegant and refined, they are appreciated both for use and for their decorative value.
Objects very common in collections, often produced by European or Italian manufacturers.
It reflects 20th-century taste and represents a category strongly present in mid-century collecting.
Hand decoration adds uniqueness and can affect the overall value of the piece.
Decorative ceramics from the 20th century also include artistic productions linked to Italian design. These objects may belong to the mid-century field and are now increasingly sought after by collectors and vintage interior design enthusiasts.
The value of an antique or vintage ceramic depends on several factors:
Attribution to a recognised manufacturer or a well-known artist can significantly affect the valuation.
The age of the object, together with its historical context, contributes to determining its interest and rarity.
Less common variants or pieces produced in limited quantities are generally more sought after.
Integrity, absence of obvious restorations and good preservation of the decoration all affect value.
The presence of factory marks or signatures allows more precise identification and can increase collector interest.
Many 1950s ceramics or 20th-century maiolica pieces can have good value on the collectors’ market.
To explore this subject further, you can read the complete guide on how much a vintage ceramic is worth and how to have it appraised.