Value of Vase Set?

Hello,  would you help me please?  I have a set of vases purchased from China during WWII, so don’t know exact age of the porcelain vase.  The movers broke one of the vases.  I don’t know what to claim on the broken vase.  Each of the vases are 9 ½ inches tall.  I need a realistic  ball park number to put down.  Thank you.

 

 

What can you tell me about these Bone and Ivory Pieces?

Question: Hello, can you describe anything about the date and worth of the first piece, which is bone with (I believe), a copper base and carved on both sides.  For the second, a Chinese family name seal, could you tell me a possible date, worth, and translation of the Chinese characters?  Neither have signatures. Thank you! Kyera

RD Langer answers: Kyera, the first piece, whether it is bone or ivory, must be examined for an accurate appraisal. The stones on the lower portion of the piece may be authentic or fake turquoise, or coral. I cannot give an evaluation unless I examine it.

The second piece is modern day chinese soapstone, made to look old. It is worth about $50.

What can you tell me about this Japanese vase?

Question: I picked this up at a yard sale because I thought it was pretty. Anything you could tell me about it would be greatly appreciated. This vase is just over 12 inches tall. Thank you! Jenny

RD Langer answers: Interesting. Japanese, worth around $50-75.

Can you give me any information on this Satsuma Japanese vase?

Question: I was wondering if you can give me any information on this vase? I had it sitting on my shelf for years. Thanks, Deborah

RD Langer answers: Deborah, it's Japanese/poor Satsuma; worth around $50.

What is this Drawing Worth?

Question: I would like to know any info about this drawing and what it is worth please. Thank You, Debbie

RD Langer answers: Debbie, I cannot tell from photo. This has to be examined to determine:1) size, 2) paper, 3) medium used. If you can provide more information, I'm glad to assist.

When Was this Porcelain Vase made and what is it worth?

Question: Hi, I would love any info you can give me on my vase. When it was made, what's it worth, etc. I have tried looking it up on ebay and all over the internet and I can't find anything. All I know is that it has the name Walter Tozzini on the bottom which is how I tried searching for it. I would appreciate anything you can tell me about it. Thank you, April

RD Langer answers: April, this is 20th c porcelain. Probably tourist stuff. Worth $75-100.

 

Black Vase - Is It Chinese or Japanese?

Question: Hello I just came across your website as I was looking for information about a vase I have. Usually I am pretty good at finding information about objects on line. I can find no information about this vase online and I was wondering if you could help me. The vase stands about 5" and  the the lighter green decorations on the vase are indentations. It has two marks on the bottom. I am not sure if the marks are Chinese or Japanese. Thank you.

RD Langer Answwers: The vase appears to have a celadone underglaze which would make it Chinese.

RD Langer on Ballen Isles Television

Here is a link to a recent RD Langer AntiqueSmart program on Ballen Isles Television

It is on the Norton Museum of Art. Enjoy.

 

 

Is this Vase Worth Anything?

Question: is this Vase worth anything? Thank you.

 

RD Langer Answers: Senada, the mark appears to be of the Republic period.  (around 1940) I would estimate a value of around $150. However, I suggest you e-mail Dessa Goddard at Bonhams, and see if she has a different view. There isa mark on the outside of the bowl, with a Chinese poem, which may add some value. 

Great list of books on appraising your objects.

 

Chinese Pewter Tea Pot

Question: Hi can you give me any info on my chinese pewter/metal tea pot???? It is decorative glass panels with figures. If a mark on the spout and the bottom of the vase. Do you know the marking might be??? The age and if its of any value. it’s 6.5 “ high.Thanks Sheila

 

RD Langer Answers: Sheila, I have seen these in Hong Kong along Hollywood Road. Value $125-150.