Take some time to carefully examine examples of several different marks used by the original factory, along with others from the numerous companies that rekindled the Capodimonte tradition in the 20th century. More information on these new makers, which manufactured most of the Capodimonte discovered by collectors today, can be found in Capodimonte Collectibles by Catherine P. Bloom (out of print, but available online through used booksellers). These are the marks collectors will encounter most often when shopping for Capodimonte today. These pieces were not made at the Royal Factory prior to its closing in the early 1800s, but a select number are still highly valued by collectors if the craftsmanship is of high caliber. Others more commonly found are poorly decorated and worth far less. These range from fine figurines to beautiful flowers. Less desirable home shopping channel items and those made of resin also fall into this category, and their value is usually quite low. Of course, these were easily removed or wore away with use over time. The label shown here identifying Napoleon as the maker of a finely crafted flower made in the Capodimonte tradition exemplifies this type of label. Once the labels are removed, the item is then deemed “unmarked” although it may still be recognizable as a late Capodimonte piece.
