Vintage view: Meissen 18th century group with bronze mounts

Kya deLongchamps takes a look at the very collectible and very beautiful Meissen porcelain.

There are a few classical families of materials and things you should ground yourself in before exploring the cornucopia of objects that come up for sale on the antique scene.

Wandering around auctions, vintage markets and fairs, you can build on your experience, learning what’s good and what’s not, have the chance to handle these beautiful pieces and learn more from equally enchanted dealers — here and on holiday overseas.