Antique Chinese Figurines
Early 20th Century British Antique Chinese Figurines
Porcelain
17th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Sandstone
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
1920s European Art Deco Antique Chinese Figurines
1920s European Art Deco Antique Chinese Figurines
19th Century Antique Chinese Figurines
19th Century Antique Chinese Figurines
Jade
19th Century Antique Chinese Figurines
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Early 20th Century Chinese Arts and Crafts Antique Chinese Figurines
Late 19th Century Chinese Arts and Crafts Antique Chinese Figurines
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Jade
19th Century Mongolian Antique Chinese Figurines
Jade, Silver
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Antique Chinese Figurines For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much are Antique Chinese Figurines?
- What are Chinese figurines?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2020
Chinese figurative sculptures vary widely depending on the medium and intended use. Ornate Buddhist figures assisted ritual meditation, wooden ancestor figures embodied the lingering spirit of a relative, ceramic mingqi burial figures accompanied one’s spirit in the afterlife, and decorative export sculptures presented an idealized version of Chinese culture and beauty.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One type of Chinese figurines that is quite popular is shekwan or mudware. These small handmade figurines are often called mudmen and are, not surprisingly, crafted out of mud. In the early 1950s, a new era of mudman figurines began but these are not made individually and by hand. On 1stDibs, find authentic shekwan pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Most figurines just need a light dusting every once in a while. For a deeper cleaning to remove residue (such as nicotine or adhesives), try soaking in warm soapy water and gently washing with a soft cloth.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Chinese figurines come in all shapes and sizes. Most figures measure between 4” and 18” tall, with some being as small as 1” in height or as large as 36” (or more) in height
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One thing to look for in an antique porcelain figure is to look for the maker’s mark, usually found on the bottom of the piece. The porcelain figure will also have a delicate fragile quality to it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique porcelain figures from some of the world’s top sellers.
- PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020
To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
The best way to know is to take it to an expert, such as an appraiser, reputable dealer or auction house, or museum