Commenting is deactivated.

Please post all new topics and queries to the
Discussion Forum

Is it possible to access manufacturer of Blanc de Chine Porcelain?

by Annette
(Sydney, Australia)

Hi,
I have a lovely Blanc de Chine vintage table lamp of Quan Yin, which stands about 35", overall if I include the beautifully shaped lotus flower shade.
Bought at auction, the porcelain seemingly was in perfect condition. What I had not noticed was she lacked a right hand. It has not been broken off, but rather seems to have 'slipped out' of the sleeve.
I seek to replace the hand if at all possible. Please does anyone know of any factories or outlets of 'body parts'of ancient Chiness goddesses?
Any help would be much appreciated.

(The photo shows her with a right hand - how she should look - from a picture I have managed to find.)
Many thanks.
Annette

Comments for Is it possible to access manufacturer of Blanc de Chine Porcelain?

Click here to add your own comments

Jan 26, 2012
 Guanyin
by: peter

The only I can tell you is that this probably is a figurine from Dehua.
Unless this was made in mass production, you are unlikely to find any "parts". Porcelain figurines usually aren't assembled in factories. You say it is vintage...but even if you could find the factory, they would probably tell you to buy a new one.

The recommended way to replace missing parts of porcelain figurines would normally be to ask a restorer for help, I would think.

Click here to add your own comments

Return to Ask a Question or Contribute - archived 2012.

search by keyword