Question: How do I know if my Chinese vase is valuable?

Valuable Chinese vases can be distinguished by the quality and finesse of their decoration. The work done on them is much more precise than on an ordinary object. The subject matter is also important (the taste for certain themes can be influenced by cultural events highlighting a specific period).

How can I find out if my vase is worth anything?

Coarseness along the mold mark, crackling or bubbles in glass, asymmetry of shape and a strong luster or iridescence are a few telltale signs that your vase is the real deal instead of a reproduction or forgery.

What is Qianlong mark?

A reign mark records the name of the Chinese dynasty and the reign of the emperor during which the piece was made. It comprises four or six Chinese characters, and is usually found on the base of a work of art commissioned for the Emperor or his imperial household.

How much is a Chinese vase worth?

When the word Ming vase is mentioned to the general public most will automatically think of something worth millions but this is not necessarily the case, a non imperial (Minyao) genuine Ming period vase can be picked up for as little as $100, whereas a genuine imperial Ming vase could be worth many millions depending

What is the most expensive clay in the world?

Porcelain Porcelain. This is by far the strongest type of clay. It is also the rarest and most expensive. When fired, porcelain turns a translucent white.

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