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Mottahedeh Pink Lace $45 - $250
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Made in Portugal, this versatile pattern with its delicate border was inspired by Ch'ing Dynasty (1644 -1911) porcelain from China. Highlighted by bands of 22K gold, this elegant design makes for a stunning presentation and coordinates beautifully with other patterns.
$45 - $250Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Emmeline $35 - $185
Emmeline is a blend of modern and old world design. The blue and white floral motifs were reproduced from Chinese Export porcelain circa 1755, a new look for the factories at that time. Drawings were sent to China to instruct artists there accommodate the changing tastes of the West. One French merchant wrote "Send no more dragons, but let us have flowers instead." Emmeline's plate shapes are contemporary, while the styling is on French white body, a departure from the classic Chinese grey body porcelain.
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Mottahedeh Sylvanae $45 - $195
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Sylvanae, Latin for Goddesses of the Forest is adapted from a Zsolnay design, a distinguished Hungarian manufacturer of porcelain, tile, and stoneware since 1853. Intriguing and highly detailed forest scenes transport the dinnerware to a magical place full of colors and life. Handmade in Portugal.
$45 - $195Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Stag Servers $250 - $625
Assorted Sizes
Designed in conjunction with Hutton Wilkinson (creative director and president of Tony Duquette Inc.), the Stag Servers by Mottahedeh add drama and style to any table. The matte black glaze dramatically transforms the porcelain and emulates black basalt, enhanced with cast brass antlers and 22k gold accents. The small size is ideal for condiments, while the large can be used as a tureen. Handmade and handpainted porcelain from Portugal.
$250 - $625Assorted Sizes
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Mottahedeh Bassett Hall Punch Bowl $1,155
Reproduced from a Chinese export porcelain punchbowl, circa 1760 - 1775 with exacting detail, high fire cobalt and 22k gold. The bowl is large and is dramatic on a sideboard or as the centerpiece of a grand table. The original hails from the Bassett Hall house, formerly a Rockefeller residence at Colonial Williamsburg. Perfect for a glorious floral arrangement or by itself.
$1,155
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Mottahedeh Figure Square Tea Jar with Cover $450
This straight sided vessel was historically used to store dried loose leaf tea, keeping it cool and dry. Now, such jars make gorgeous flower arrangers, or hold any manner of treats. Each side of the tea jar features a pastoral Chinese scene. Handmade of fine porcelain by master artisans in Portugal.
$450
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Mottahedeh Dupaquier $230 - $340
Assorted Pieces
Reproductions of DuPaquir factory porcelain, c. 1730-1740, from the collections of the Prince of Liechtenstein are produced for the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
$230 - $340Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Matte Black & Gold Round Large Cachepot $285
This large black matte cachepot has a gold painted French Empire motif with Fleur de Lys and Lion head detailing. It is suitable for a plant or topiary and is a statement piece.
$285
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Mottahedeh Chelsea Bird $105 - $400
Assorted Pieces
Porcelain produced at Chelsea in London in the eighteenth century is regarded by many as the apex of English ceramic art. Among the most treasured pieces of Chelsea are those decorated in the workshop of James Giles with his birds of “distinctly disheveled appearance.” Our Chelsea Bird pattern has been adapted from Giles’ originals in the Colonial Williamsburg collection.
$105 - $400Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Blue Lace Petite Cake Stand $120
This lovely Blue Lace petite cake stand is perfect to show off your fine baking skills. The cobalt blue will match both Blue Lace and Imperial Blue. We will introduce this cake stand in pink, cornflower, apple, and green later this year.
$120
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Mottahedeh Creamware Rose Tureen & Stand $615
This lovely creamware tureen and stand, reproduced from the eighteenth-century French original made by the renowned Pot-aux-Choux factory, makes a handsome centerpiece for any setting. Exact in every detail, this remarkable reproduction is made from molds taken from the antique original in the Muse des Arts Decoratifs, The Louvre collection in Paris.
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Mottahedeh 'In Golf, as in Life...' Ring Tray $40
Success in life, as in any game, goes to the one who carries on despite challenges. Hand decorated porcelain makes a wondeful ring tray or catch. Handmade in Portugal.
$40
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Mottahedeh Hong Bowl with Stand $2,100
This extraordinary Mottahedeh Hong Bowl with Stand is a reproduction of a Chinese export piece circa 1800 in the Collection of the Winterthur Museum. The bowl depicts the thirteen ‘’Hong’’ merchants who handled trade between China and the West. This trading system was established in 1757 by the Manchu Dynasty to eliminate contact between the Chinese people and ‘’foreign devils’’ It is suitable for a large table or sideboard or as a presentation piece. Handmade and painted in Portugal.
$2,100
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Mottahedeh Corail Dinner Plate $60
Fabulous pure white porcelain is crafted into an embossed and scalloped design reminiscent of the bountiful shelled sealife. Each piece is handpainted with 24k gold rims. Handmade in Portugal.
$60
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Mottahedeh Blue Canton $25 - $1,400
Assorted Pieces
The most fashionable tables in the early American Republic were set with blue and white "Canton" ware, so called for the great Chinese trading port from which it came. Chinese blue and white porcelain was in demand well into the 19th century and has been part of the heritage of many American families. Blue Canton faithfully recaptures this centuries old tradition and taste. Made in Portugal.
$25 - $1,400Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Blue Dragon $35 - $205
Assorted Pieces
In ancient China the dragon became the symbol for the emperor, bestowing good fortune and protection to the righteous. The period of Emperor K’ang Hsi (1622-1722) was one of the high points in the development of blue and white wares. This period inspired this classic design. Handmade and decorated in Portugal.
$35 - $205Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Imperial Blue $60 - $640
Assorted Pieces
Since the Ming Dynasty, imperial blue and white porcelains have been prized by collectors and connoisseurs around the world. Edged in 22K gold, this underglaze blue dinner service is based on a Chinese export porcelain pattern, circa 1730. The elegant design features a central flowered medallion, continuous collar and floral sprays.
$60 - $640Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Blue Shou $35 - $215
Assorted Pieces
Blue Shòu features design elements adapted from Mottahedeh's iconic and historic Blue Canton pattern and applied to newer contemporary shapes that echo the lines of the earlier pattern. The word Shòu (pronounced "show") is the Chinese word for long life. The evergreen tree appears as the key design element throughout, symbolizing longevity and endurance. The design uses classic cobalt on bright white high fire porcelain. Blue Shòu is dishwasher safe and microwave safe.
$35 - $215Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Virginia Blue $30 - $220
Assorted Pieces
Inspired by a Chinese export plate in Colonial Williamsburg's collection, in its day this pattern was called "china of the most fashionable sort" by Robert Beverly. Similar wares were in use on a Tidewater Virginia plantation at the time of the American Revolution. This version is refreshed with a pearlized ecru background and the original cobalt blue has been updated to brilliant periwinkle blue, giving a lacy and gentle effect. Microwave and dishwasher safe.
$30 - $220Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Indigo Wave $75 - $1,900
Assorted Pieces
Merchant sailors from the English East India Company dominated trade with the Orient in the 17th and 18th centuries. Their sailing ships carried cargo from the fabled East including rare porcelains sought after by kings and connoisseurs in Europe. One such piece, an exquisite porcelain plate made for a Portuguese nobleman, inspired our Indigo Wave. Enriched with 22 k gold, the design in deep cobalt blue is typical of the most prized of Chinese export porcelains.
$75 - $1,900Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Mandarin Bouquet $80 - $950
Assorted Pieces
A charming bouquet in a basket, adapted from an 18th century Chinese export Hong bowl, is surrounded by the classic blue and white Fitzhugh border. The elements combine to create an exuberant, shapely, and elegant dinner service. Produced from the collection of Winterthur Museum and Garden.
$80 - $950Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Merian $75 - $475
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Maria Sibylla Merian's widely known 1685 volume of botanical illustrations inspired the center motif on an original (circa 1725) Chinese export plate in Mildred Mottahedeh's personal collection. The Merian Service is based on these floral motifs. Raised enamels in 23 rich colors accented in gold filigree make this a timeless classic.
$75 - $475Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Cincinnati $45 - $450
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This is an exact reproduction of George Washington's most famous set of china, produced and decorated in Canton in 1784. It was brought to America on the first U.S. ship to enter the China Trade. Washington was the first President General of the Society of Cincinnatus, which was founded in 1783 to recognize the honorable service of French and American officers during the American Revolution.
$45 - $450Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Lapis $38 - $295
Assorted Pieces
Tony Duquette, "American Design Icon", designed these plates featuring panel cut stone, which have been painted in a playful way. The powerful colors make a bold statement and the gold, a serious touch of elegance.
$38 - $295Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Blue Lace $60 - $405
Assorted Styles
Made in Portugal, this versatile pattern with its delicate border was inspired by Ch'ing Dynasty (1644 -1911) porcelain from China. Highlighted by bands of 22K gold, this elegant design makes for a stunning presentation and coordinates beautifully with other patterns.
$60 - $405Assorted Styles
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Mottahedeh Duke of Gloucester $45 - $1,840
Assorted Pieces
This extraordinary pattern, featuring twenty colors and 22K gold, is one of the finest manifestations of the Rococo style. The design incorporates colorful fruit and imaginary insects within a rim of green enamel and gold flecking. The dinner service was originally made for William Henry, Duke of Gloucester, circa 1770.
$45 - $1,840Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Famille Verte $40 - $795
Assorted Pieces
This graceful design, with its leaves, berries and butterflies, was inspired by a piece of Chinese imperial palace porcelain of the early 18th century. Much porcelain produced in China during the reign of the Kang His emperor (1662-1722) had "famille verte" decoration - painted in transparent enamels predominantly in shades of green. Mottahedeh has artfully adapted the decoration from the original antique and applied it to the varied and elegant forms of authentic 18th century export porcelain. Handmade porcelain from Portugal.
$40 - $795Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Peacock $45 - $400
Assorted Pieces
From early Christian times, the peacock has symbolized immortality and has long been associated with royalty. Detailed with 22k gold, these pieces are sure to dazzle your guests.
$45 - $400Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Ching Garden $85 - $500
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18th century Chinese hand painted wallpaper in the dining room of the Lightfoot House in Colonial Williamsburg was the inspiration for this exquisite pattern. The decoration incorporates blossoming trees, hanging baskets of flowers and exotic birds. Chinese decorative arts, known as Chinoiserie, were popular in the 18th century and continue to be today.
$85 - $500Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Lace Charger / Presentation Plates $135 - $170
Assorted Colors
The delicate teardrop border was inspired by Ch’ing Dynasty (1644 - 1911) porcelain from China and is highlighted by handpainted bands of 22 karat gold.
$135 - $170
Measures 12" diameter.Assorted Colors
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Mottahedeh Fitzhugh Cinnabar $35 - $170
Assorted Pieces
The original (circa 1785) of this design was named for the founder of the East India Company which was the first company to export porcelain from China. It features the traditional Chinese design elements: butterflies, honeycombs and flowers. Handmade porcelain from Portugal.
$35 - $170Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Sacred Bird & Butterfly $25 - $815
Assorted Pieces
Sacred Bird and Butterfly is true to the original antique. The original Chinese export sets the dining room of the famed Nathaniel Russell House. The Chinese word for butterfly, “tieh”, is a pun which expresses the wish that the owner might live to a ripe old age.
$25 - $815Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Barriera Corallina, Red $135 - $770
Assorted Pieces
This uniquely beautiful pattern features ten-faceted plates with a necklace of raised hand painted red coral on the shoulder. The design was adapted from Tony Duquette's idea sketchbook in which he designed many pieces for a coral dinner service. All the items in this service are hand painted. Perfect for every-day use, and are oven- and dishwasher-safe. Made in Portugal.
$135 - $770Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Barriera Corallina, Platinum $175 - $1,070
Assorted Pieces
This uniquely beautiful pattern features ten-faceted plates with a necklace of raised hand painted platinum coral on the shoulder. The design was adapted from Tony Duquette's idea sketch book in which he designed many pieces for a coral dinner service. All the items in this service are hand painted. Perfect for every-day use, and are oven- and dishwasher-safe. Made in Portugal.
$175 - $1,070Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Barriera Corallina, Gold $270 - $1,605
Assorted Pieces
This uniquely beautiful pattern features ten-faceted plates with a necklace of raised hand painted gold coral on the shoulder. The design was adapted from Tony Duquette's idea sketch book in which he designed many pieces for a coral dinner service. All the items in this service are hand painted. Perfect for every-day use, and are oven- and dishwasher-safe. Made in Portugual.
$270 - $1,605Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedah Chinoise Blue $55 - $1,980
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This pattern is derived from 18th century Chinese Export porcelain. The simple leaf and ribbon borders in gold, cobalt and rust create a subtle yet elegant effect.
$55 - $1,980Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Dallas Museum Carp $185 - $540
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To the Chinese, the carp is a symbol of success and plenty. This stylized goldfish seems to swim toward us, providing a splash of color in the center of ornately painted gold borders. The lively carp with its rose tail, the vigorous twist of its body, the delicate pectoral fins and the endearing wide-eyed innocence of its whiskered head, is a delightful tour-de-force. Perhaps inspired by a Baroque silver or faience shape, this platter was probably made for the Portuguese market. Portuguese sailed the high seas back and forth from China and had developed a taste for brightly painted Chinese designs.The platter was originally reproduced by permission of the Dallas Museum of Art, Wendy Reeves Collection. (China, c. 1750-60)
$185 - $540Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Tobacco Leaf $95 - $1,875
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Tobacco Leaf, one of the most prized of Chinese Export patterns, was developed circa 1780, probably for the Portuguese and Brazilian markets - though examples have also been found in other European countries and in North America. The design shows the leaves of the flowering Nicotiana (Tobacco) plant upon which a small phoenix perches bearing a flowering twig in its beak. This exact reproduction requires twenty-eight colors including 22K gold and five firings to manufacture. The joyous exuberance of the Tobacco Leaf pattern is undiminished by time. Tobacco Leaf is an authorized reproduction for the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Handmade porcelain from Portugal.
$95 - $1,875Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Prosperity $35 - $485
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Mount Vernon, George and Martha Washington's family estate, licensed this lovely design. The Washingtons had a deep affinity for stoneware and creamware and used it extensively. Salt -glazed fragments excavated from the grounds were replicated in great detail for this pattern. The most well known style of the period, English Staffordshire stoneware was popular by 1765. Our design is made of pure white hard porcelain and is guaranteed stain-proof, microwavable and dishwasher safe.
$35 - $485Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Apple Lace $45 - $340
Assorted Pieces
Made in Portugal, this versatile pattern with its delicate border was inspired by Ch'ing Dynasty (1644 -1911) porcelain from China. Highlighted by bands of 22K gold, this elegant design makes for a stunning presentation and coordinates beautifully with other patterns.
$45 - $340Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Green Lace $45 - $220
Assorted Pieces
Made in Portugal, this versatile pattern with its delicate border was inspired by Ch'ing Dynasty (1644 -1911) porcelain from China. Highlighted by bands of 22K gold, this elegant design makes for a stunning presentation and coordinates beautifully with other patterns.
$45 - $220Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Cornflower Lace $45 - $340
Assorted Pieces
The Cornflower Blue Lace pattern mixes well with other Lace colorways and also with decorative patterns. The cheerful hue is both modern and traditional. The delicate teardrop border was inspired by Ch’ing Dynasty (1644 - 1911) porcelain from China and is highlighted by bands of 22 karat gold. Assorted pieces available. Handmade in Portugal.
$45 - $340Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Gabriel, Green $50 - $85
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When the ancient Roman city of Pompeii was unearthed in the early eighteenth century, designers at the time revived classical motifs such as angels and laurel wreaths. Our trumpeting Archangel Gabriel is adapted in porcelain from a rare pattern book dated 1777, now in the collection of Colonial Williamsburg. Made in Portugal.
$50 - $85Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh Longton $50 - $125
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Mottahedeh’s creamware features the ''delightful rococo forms'' and crisp strawberry leaf design which Longton Hall, the first porcelain factory in Staffordshire, England, produced between 1754 and 1757.
$50 - $125Assorted Pieces
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Mottahedeh National Trust Blue and White Punch Bowl with Stand $1,090
This magnificent large punch bowl was adapted from a Chinese high fire blue bowl, circa 1797, at Cliveden, a property of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, near Philadelphia. Made of fine porcelain. Bowls of this type were considered essential to a household to entertain in a gracious manner. Made in Portugal.
$1,090
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Mottahedeh Monteith Bowl, Blue and White $645
A reproduction of a Metropolitan Museum of Art original, this unusual shape was one designed to hold wine glasses but today functions as a decorative accessory or punch bowl. Handmade of fine porcelain by master artisans in Portugal.
$645
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Mottahedeh Blue Canton Monteith Cachepot $390
The most fashionable tables in the early American Republic were set with blue and white “Canton” or “Nanking” wares, named for the great Chinese trading ports from which they came. Chinese blue and white porcelain was in demand in this country well into the nineteenth century and has become a part of the heritage of many American families. Blue Canton faithfully recaptures this centuries-old tradition and taste.
$390
Measures 10½" diameter x 6" h.
