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How Do I Collect Bordallo Pinheiro Pottery?

The Bordallo Pinheiro Pottery company was founded by Portuguese artist, Rafael Bordallo Pinheiro in 1884, according to the company's Website. Many of Bordallo Pinheiro Pottery pieces feature brightly colored patterns and designs that are based on nature, typically leaves, flowers, insects, animals, fruits and vegetables. Bordallo Pinheiro Pottery is sold in Europe, Japan, Australia and Canada. Antique or vintage Bordallo Pinheiro art pottery pieces and tableware may be purchased at online auction sites and at estate sales and antique stores.

Things You'll Need

Display cabinet (optional)

Instructions

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  Find used or vintage Bordallo Pinheiro pottery by registering the pattern at Replacements.com. While some patterns may be in stock, the company will contact you by email when your pattern becomes available.
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  Visit the Museum of Modern Art in New York City or the museum's online retail store to purchase new Bordallo Pinheiro pottery in the United States. As of 2010, the Museum of Modern Art is the only museum store that is listed as a reseller on the the official Bordallo Pinheiro Website.
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  Look for new Bordallo Pinheiro pottery for sale on Mud on Fire.com. This Website lists pottery by country.

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