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What is a ceramic made up of?
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A ceramic is made up of several materials. They’re generally understood to be nonmetallic and inorganic solids, and their composition includes elements like silicon, aluminum, clay and water. Once a potter has shaped and worked the material into a desired form, a ceramic piece undergoes a firing process at a high temperature. Decorating and entertaining with antique and vintage ceramics is a great way to introduce provocative pops of colors and textures to a space or family meals. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of ceramic ware from some of the world's top dealers.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
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Delft, Blue and white ewer with floral decor Delft, 1680-1700
By Delft
Located in ROSSUM, GE
Blue and white ewer with floral decor
Delft, 1680-1700
The ewer has a cylindrical, helmet-shaped body with a cantilevered neck that opens into a wide pouring lip. It sta...
Category
Antique Late 17th Century Dutch Baroque Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Delft Pair of blue and white plates with flower vases dated 1760
By Delft
Located in ROSSUM, GE
Pair of blue and white plates with flower vases
Delft, dated 1760
Mark: LV
A pair of blue and white plates with a wide flange, painted in the center with an opulent bouquet of flo...
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Baroque Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Sconces Palm Wall Lamp by Olivia Cognet
Located in Geneve, CH
Sconces Palm Wall Lamp by Olivia Cognet
Dimensions: W 20 x D 20 x H 50 cm
Materials: Ceramic.
Each of Olivia’s handmade creations is a unique work of art, the snapshot of a precious...
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Ceramic Vase by Bitossi
By Bitossi
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Italian Mid-Century Modern Glaze ceramic red vase by Bitossi 1960s.
Stamp on the bottom made in Italy, original ceramic in typical Bitossi red colour.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Stoneware ARO bowl by Gunnar Nylund
Located in San Francisco, CA
ARO stoneware bowl in shade of tan and brown. Inscribed with artist signature and Rorstand studio mark.
Excellent condition with no chips, cracks, or crazing.
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Set of Two 19th Century Hand Painted Rustic Popular Traditional Ceramic
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of two 19th century hand painted rustic popular traditional ceramic.
By unknown artisan, France.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving ...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Rustic Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic