
The Ceramic Plate - Why a Popular Collectors Item
Collectors of ceramic plates truly enjoy their hobby. They have good reason to. Ceramic plates are beautiful, somewhat easy to accumulate, often very affordable, and if you have a good eye for a bargain, they very often increase in value. Ceramic Plate collectors are an active breed. Many will go so far as to cross multiple state lines to purchase, or sometimes just inspect, a collection or particular piece they are looking to acquire. It is worth the trip too. Some pieces can be worth a nice chunk of change. Some collectors will pay for a particular piece to be shipped internationally just for an appraisal. While this is the exception to the rule, if you‘re a collector of ceramic plates and a key piece for your collection becomes available, it can be worth the effort. If you have ever attended an estate sale held for someone recently deceased, you might notice that some of the items are those held by that individual most, if not all, of their lives.
Some pieces that can be found at an estate sale can be very valuable and available for pennies on the dollar of their market value to other collectors. However, it is not always the monetary value to many collectors. Those who are into collecting ceramic plates just for the money are usually dealers instead of a collector. There is nothing wrong with dealers in and of themselves. It is a legitimate business like any other. Collectors of ceramic plates usually seem to take an affinity to the artwork of the era. Different phases of world history can often be marked by the popular art styles of the time. Speaking of different phases of human history, some collectors enjoy collecting ceramic plates for their historical significance, as their main motivation. A piece that has ever been used at the White House would certainly be welcome in any home.
Some folks enjoy studying the Victorian era and collect their favorite ceramic plates as a way of holding onto something from the era. The mere thought that folks long gone had used a certain piece for dinnerware in their homes can fill some with awe and wonder about the past. Knowing that someone might share some sort of a connection with the past has a definite romance to it. History just has that appeal. Still, others are just quite taken back by ceramic plates in general. They enjoy the decorative look, feel, and heft of a nice set of ceramic plates. They most certainly are excellent dinnerware due to the durable nature of ceramics themselves.
Whatever reasons you have to become a collector of ceramic plates, whether its financial motivation, historic appreciation, or an appreciation of the quality of the artisanship, is a good enough reason for you to enjoy the hobby. You will always look so good when you bring an Italian gifts like some Italian Mosaics, Ceramics bowl, Ceramic Tile, etc; because their beauty is no compared with other Italian Decor, it is very known for their fine figures hand painted, which it make it different than the other kind of ceramics therefore you will have a treasure at home. Villaggio ceramics brings you a lot of items about Italian Ceramics for all those gifts that you want to give in a special day, or some kind of ceramic that you want for your home decorating. You will find beautiful ceramics from Deruta, Maiolica and the best masters from Italy, the best quality and the best ceramic in your hands to U.S.A. from Italy exclusively for the décor of your home.
Antique English Victorian Majolica porcelain monkey figure
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Victorian Majolica book George Jones Minton Wedgwood $39.95 |
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ANTIQUE CHARMING VICTORIAN MAJOLICA 'BEGONIA LEAF' DISH $75.00 |
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BEAUTIFUL OLD AND RARE VICTORIAN ALHAMBRIAN MAJOLICA BASKET CIRCA 1890 – 1910 $49.99 |
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**Relisted** 1 x Green MAJOLICA Berry & Leaf PLATE - MINTON - Victorian c.1860 $1.56 |
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MAJOLICA LEAF DISH, OLD , VICTORIAN POTTERIE , Etruscan ???? $19.99 |
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Antique victorian majolica pitcher blue and pink with cherubs and flowers $29.99 |
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MONUMENTAL VICTORIAN FRENCH MAJOLICA VASE / DRAGONS /FLORAL/RELIEF/HUGE PRESENCE $6,000.00 |
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VINTAGE ANTIQUE MAJOLICA STORK PITCHER PRIMITIVE VICTORIAN ERA? - NY ESTATE FIND $9.99 |
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Minton Majolica Glaze Antique Blue Tit Nut Dish Victorian c1872 $942.96 |
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VICTORIAN PAIR MAJOLICA and BRASS CANDLESTICKS circa 1890 SUPERB QUALITY 32 CMS $1.63 |
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BEAUTIFUL ANTIQUE METTLACH MAJOLICA GERMAN VICTORIAN LARGE EWER URN 11NY089 $750.00 |
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Victorian Majolica Suspension Ferner Hanging Pot France Porcelain Pink Floral $195.00 |
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Victorian Majolica Suspension Ferner Hanging Pot France $195.00 |
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VICTORIAN GREEN MAJOLICA WALL PLATE c.1900 ** NO RESERVE ** [4727] $6.27 |
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VICTORIAN GREEN MAJOLICA WALL PLATE c.1900 ** NO RESERVE ** [4731] $6.27 |
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VICTORIAN GREEN MAJOLICA WALL PLATE c.1900 ** NO RESERVE ** [4730] $6.27 |
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VICTORIAN GREEN MAJOLICA WALL PLATE c.1900 ** NO RESERVE ** [4729] $6.27 |
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VICTORIAN GREEN MAJOLICA WALL PLATE c.1900 ** NO RESERVE ** [4735] $6.27 |
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VICTORIAN GREEN MAJOLICA WALL PLATE c.1900 ** NO RESERVE ** [4734] $6.27 |
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VICTORIAN GREEN MAJOLICA WALL PLATE c.1900 ** NO RESERVE ** [4733] $6.27 |
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VICTORIAN GREEN MAJOLICA WALL PLATE c.1900 ** NO RESERVE ** [4728] $6.27 |
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VICTORIAN GREEN MAJOLICA WALL PLATE c.1900 ** NO RESERVE ** [4732] $6.27 |
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Antique Victorian Majolica Garden Seat/Plant Stand $1,000.00 |
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Victorian Style Majolica Florentine Cushion Garden Seat $500.00 |
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Antique Beautiful Victorian Very LARGE Vase Majolica Dark Blue Sevres. $170.00 |
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ANTIQUE VICTORIAN 1880s MAJOLICA POTTERY BEGONIA BASKET $280.00 |
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Antique Majolica Trinket Box / Powder Pot / Victorian $28.29 |
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Rare Antique Victorian White Albino Majolica Flowers & Ribbon Pitcher $9.99 |
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19thc VICTORIAN Blended MAJOLICA 10" PLATE With DOG DESIGN In Center $9.95 |
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Victorian French or German Majolica Vase - Girl Gathering Flowers - Adorable!! $49.99 |
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Antique Victorian Jones Strawberry&Leaves Shell Serving Plate Majolica Pottery $89.99 |
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Antique Victorian Majolica Pottery Sarreguemines Face Jug Figural Pitcher $99.99 |
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Antique Victorian majolica plate. Foliage, strawberries and grapes. Irredecent. $7.84 |
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Victorian Large Majolica Centerpiece $2,121.66 |
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Victorian Majolica POSY BOWL/VASE on Metal Stand Textured Surface $12.56 |
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Antique Albino Majolica Art Pottery Pinch Vase Applied Flowers England Victorian $59.99 |
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Victorian Majolica Monkey Spill Vase $345.75 |
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Antique Majolica Victorian Lady Fan Figurine Vase $175.00 |
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Victorian Era 19thC Morning Glory Majolica Pottery open handled Compote $500.00 |
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Victorian Era c1870's Fielding English Majolica Pottery Compote Butterfly & Fan $550.00 |
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Pair of majolica vases with victorian figures - floral $864.00 |
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Antique Small Victorian Majolica Vase - 6 1/4 inches tall $105.00 |
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SUPERB VICTORIAN MAJOLICA SARDINE DISH & COVER/BOX Ca.1870 $495.00 |
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English 19th c Antique Victorian Majolica Tray Eat Thy Bread With Thankfulness $498.00 |
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Majolica Art Pottery Art Nouveau Antique Victorian Nudism Table Lamp Hand Paint $116.79 |
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MAJOLICA * Victorian Figurines * Figural Bookends circa 1800's German Porcelain $99.99 |
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Gorgeous Antique Victorian Continental Majolica Pitcher $79.99 |
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VTG MAJOLICA WOMAN & MAN UMBRELLA TREES LAKE SPIDER WEB BROWN VICTORIAN PITCHER $148.74 |
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Victorian Majolica Suspension Ferner Hanging Pot France Floral Design Chain $195.00 |
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Victorian Majolica Suspension Ferner Hanging Pot Planter France Brown Floral $175.00 |
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Antique Victorian Majolica Pitcher with Cherubs 19th Century $540.00 |
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Antique Victorian Majolica Dish 19th century $135.00 |
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Victorian Majolica Suspension Ferner Hanging Pot France Planter Macrame Large $225.00 |
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Victorian Majolica Suspension Ferner Hanging Pot Planter France Black Red Floral $195.00 |
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Majolica Vintage Gilded Victorian Jardiniere $199.00 |
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Elaborate Victorian Footed MAJOLICA Jardinaire - Excel. $89.00 |
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ART NOUVEAU MAJOLICA VICTORIAN SCENE FEMALE NUDE TRAY $190.00 |
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Old Victorian Majolica Two Handle Vase Or Pot $360.00 |
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ANTIQUE VICTORIAN MAJOLICA TEAPOT~CRANE~WATER BIRD~CATTAILS~FOR REPAIR~DAMAGED $29.99 |
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VICTORIAN MAJOLICA OWL PITCHER JUG c1880 $149.30 |
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Victorian Majolica Cucumber Dish $15.70 |
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UNUSUAL VICTORIAN PERIOD RARE MAJOLICA ASPARAGUS DISH $299.00 |
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Majolica Victorian FISH Game Pie Tureen ESTATE PIECE HP ROSES Artist signed $180.00 |
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Estate Victorian Germany Majolica Applied Blue Bird Vine Handled Spill Vase EXC $68.00 |
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Antique Peters and Reed Art Pottery Victorian Handle Tall Vase Majolica Style $395.00 |
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Victorian Majolica Compote White Roses Navy Blue Lavender Pedestal Bowl Basket $395.00 |
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ANTIQUE VICTORIAN MAJOLICA VASE MOULDED DESIGN WITH ANGELS CHERUBS $275.03 |
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ANTIQUE VICTORIAN MAJOLICA POTTERY GREEN & BROWN LEAF PLATE $149.30 |
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ANTIQUE VICTORIAN MINTON'S MAJOLICA POTTERY SQUIRREL NUT DISH $306.46 |
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Majolica Compote Centerpiece 14" tall Victorian Characters and Flowers $250.00 |
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ANTIQUE VICTORIAN OIL LAMP BRASS CEILING CHANDELIER FIXTURE WITH MAJOLICA FONT $845.75 |
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ANTIQUE AMERICAN & ENGLISH VICTORIAN MAJOLICA POTTERY -Flaxman Collection $25.00 |
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Rare Delicate Antique Victorian Hampshire Pottery Majolica Shell Berry Bowl Set $545.00 |
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Antique Green Majolica Pottery Victorian Fan Architectural Art Tile Candy Mold ? $65.00 |
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Collectors Encyclopedia of Majolica Pottery, An Identification & Value Guide $12.65 Over 500 beautiful color photos and a value guide to reflect the latest trends. Loaded with information, this book is recommended for all collectors of this whimsical Victorian pottery. 2004 values. AUTHORBIO: Mariann Katz-Marks lives with her husband and their three children in rural Pennsylvania . For years she pursued a career selling English and American Majolica through an at-home mail order ... |
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Antique Majolica Around The House: Around The House (Schiffer Book for Collectors) $37.96 From grand jardinieres to diminutive butter pats, this book features ceramic majolica that added vibrant color to every room of the home in over 450 brilliant color photographs. Majolica wares are organized here by the rooms (library, conservatory, drawing room, boudoir ...) in which they were used, including cake stands, comports, game pie dishes, oyster plates, platters, and strawberry servers, ... |
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Figural Humidors - Mostly Victorian $64.99 This highly illustrated review is the first authoritative work to reveal the variety and scope of almost every latter XIXth century man's chairside companion, his pipe tobacco storage container. Aside from basically boxy and cylindrical forms, an astounding range of figures from modest terra-cotta heads to elegant porcelain figures were created to suit every taste and purse. These figures are the ... |

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