Ming Tables
MING STYLE
In what’s considered a golden age of Chinese furniture, Ming dynasty artisans produced expertly made designs that married elegance and function. Ming furniture was versatile, such as tables that doubled as writing desks and dining spaces. But it was also beautiful, enhancing a room with clean lines, soft curves and sophisticated decoration.
Dating from 1368 to 1644, the Ming dynasty was a vibrant time for international trade and culture. Especially for scholars and the wealthy, there was an emphasis on a home’s design to promote a good life. From large wardrobes to angular sofas, Ming-style furniture was defined by its joinery, which, instead of nails, involved meticulously designed interlocking elements of wood. This material was carefully selected and positioned to make the grain part of the design. The slow-growing huanghuali, a yellowish rosewood, was particularly valued for its bright color.
Although ornamentation was minimal, Ming dynasty furniture often featured carved or painted details of flowers, insects, dragons, fruits and other motifs. Chairs crafted for scholars could include calligraphic brush writing. As overseas trade expanded, techniques from the West, like cloisonné enamel painting, adorned table screens and other pieces.
Ming furniture influenced styles abroad such as Queen Anne in England and Hollywood Regency in the United States. The curved shape of Ming armchairs had a profound impact on legendary Scandinavian modernist furniture designer Hans Wegner. The Danish cabinetmaker shared the Ming artisans’ interest in creating streamlined, functional furnishings, and his China chair, Round chair and Wishbone chair are inspired by Ming dynasty seating. Today, the Ming-style horseshoe chair is a graceful and sought-after type of seat, and contemporary Chinese designers such as Jerry Chen and Gan Erke are also drawing on this heritage for a new era of style.
Find a collection of Ming cabinets, decorative objects, lounge chairs and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Style: Ming
1970s Ming Style Michel Taylor For Baker Furn. Console Alter Table
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is such a good size! This is burl wood console table design by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture as part of his Far East Collection. It is marked and in very good condition.
M...
Category
Late 20th Century American Ming Tables
Materials
Burl
Black Lacquer Ming Console Table in the Style of James Mont
By James Mont
Located in Dallas, TX
Very handsome console or sofa table in the style of James Mont. Black lacquer Asian style base with brass trim and glass top. Beveled glass top sits on round brass corner finials. Ve...
Category
1970s North American Vintage Ming Tables
Materials
Brass
Ming Style Asian Hardwood Coffee Table
Located in Fulton, CA
Ming style rectangular coffee table made entirely of a hardwood, appears to be rosewood. Warm glow to original finish. Excellent original condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Pair Mid Century Henredon Ming Style Walnut Side Tables
By Henredon
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Mid Century Henrendon Furniture Ming Style Walnut Side Tables. Measure 26" in width, 26" in depth and 25.5" in height.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Ming Tables
Materials
Walnut
Fine Jumu Console Table with Drawers
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine Jumu wood console table with four drawers and brass fitting. Simple and elegant form. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has been appeared many times in "...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Wood
Black Lacquer Console Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Simple black lacquer console table with waterfall legs, elegant color and lines
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Lacquer
Michael Taylor for Henredon Asian Modern Ming Style Nightstands Side Tables -S/2
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a handsome pair of mahogany side tables designed by Michael Taylor for Henredon. They are in very good condition and are marked.
Category
Late 20th Century American Ming Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Teak Ming Style Whitewash Coffee Table with Chow Legs and Carved Apron
Located in Yonkers, NY
A teak wood Ming style whitewash coffee table from the 20th century with chow legs and weathered patina. This vintage teak wood coffee table, styled in the Ming tradition and finishe...
Category
20th Century Thai Ming Tables
Materials
Wood
Fine Black Lacquer Console Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine black lacquer console table with four drawers, waterfall legs, brass fitting, elegant and simple form, beautiful lines. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Lacquer
Fine Jumu Console Table with Drawers
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine Jumu console table with three drawers. Very elegant and fine quality. Beautiful color and simple form. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has been appeare...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Wood
20th Century Chinese Ming Style Teak Square Side Table Sculpture Stand Stool 18"
Located in Dayton, OH
Chinese Ming style accent table. Make from teak with a square frame over contoured apron and traditional form legs.
Dimensions:
19.5" x 19.5" x 18"h
Category
20th Century Ming Tables
Materials
Teak
Fine Black Lacquer Console Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Elegant black lacquer console table with five drawers, brass fitting. Simple form and beautiful color. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has been appeared man...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Lacquer
1970s Baker Furniture Raffia Wrapped Ming Style Black Square Coffee Table
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a chic coffee table, by Baker Furniture, circa the 1970s. This exquisite table showcases a textured, patterned raffia wrap in an elegant black finish, ec...
Category
1970s American Vintage Ming Tables
Materials
Raffia, Hardwood
Fine Jumu Console Table with Drawers
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine Jumu wood console table with four drawers and brass fitting. Simple and elegant form. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has been appeared many times in "ARCHITECTURE DIGEST...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Wood
Pair of Fine Black Lacquer End Tables
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pair of fine black lacquer end tables with one drawer with shelf, brass ring pull. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has been appeared many times in " ARCHITECTURE DIGEST...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Lacquer
Chow Leg Low Kang Coffee Table with Distressed Black Finish, Midcentury
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chow leg low Kang coffee table from the mid 20th century with custom black distressed finish. Elevate your living space with the timeless sophistication of this mid-20th century Ch...
Category
Mid-20th Century Ming Tables
Materials
Wood
A Ming Style Yellow Lacquer Console Table
Located in New York, NY
A Ming Style Yellow Lacquer Console Table
Category
20th Century Ming Tables
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Fine Black Lacquer Console Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine black lacquer console table with four drawers, waterfall legs, brass fitting, elegant and simple form, beautiful lines. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Lacquer
Fine Black Lacquer Console Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Elegant black lacquer console table with five drawers, brass fitting. Simple form and beautiful color. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has been appeared man...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Lacquer
Late 20th Century Burlwood Asian Ming Style Narrow Console Cabinet
Located in Charlotte, NC
An Asian Ming style narrow console cabinet, unbranded. Burlwood with smooth surface top, brass hardware & accents, and Ming style black lacquered feet. Features two doors revealing i...
Category
Late 20th Century American Ming Tables
Materials
Brass
Chinese Ming Dynasty Style Side / Lamp Table
Located in Kastrup, DK
A Chinese antique ming style side lamp table from the late 19th century. Elm wood with original dark lacquer with natural age-related patina.
Features a square top with central board...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Tables
Materials
Elm
Fine Black Lacquer Console Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Elegant black lacquer console table with five drawers, brass fitting. Simple form and beautiful color. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has been appeared man...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Lacquer
Late 20th Century Vintage Boho Travertine Top Ming Coffee Table
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic vintage Boho coffee table. A chic travertine top on a classic washed wood Ming frame. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category
Late 20th Century American Ming Tables
Materials
Travertine
A Pair of Chinoiserie Dark Brown Coromandel Lacquer Square Low Tables
Located in New York, NY
Each top incised with dragon and phoenix decoration; on Ming style legs.
Category
Late 20th Century French Ming Tables
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Paint
Pair of Ming Style Red Chinoiserie Console Tables or Center Table
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Pair of Ming Style Red Chinoiserie Console Tables or Center Table
Category
1980s Chinese Vintage Ming Tables
Materials
Wood
Fine Black Lacquer Console Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine black lacquer console table, very elegant, simple form and beautiful color. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has been appeared many times in "Architecture Digest...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Lacquer
Vintage Chow Legs Distressed Black Coffee Table with Crackle Orange Finish
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Chinese Ming Dynasty style distressed black chow legs coffee table with crackle orange finish. Step into a world where ancient elegance meets modern restoration with this v...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Wood
Set of Vintage Rosewood Ming Dynasty Style Nesting Tables
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of four vintage rosewood Ming style nesting tables. A very simple and elegant design.
Category
20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Rosewood
A Ming Style Cinnabar Lacquer and Brass Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
The rectangular top with attractive craquelure, raised on shaped legs; with brass trimming to edges.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ming Tables
Materials
Brass
Gold Lacquered Ming Dynasty Style Chow Leg Coffee Table with Carved Apron
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Ming Dynasty style gold lacquered chow leg coffee table with carved apron. This vintage Ming Dynasty style coffee table, exquisitely refinished to highlight its historic charm, is ...
Category
20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Wood
Black Lacquer Console Table with Drawers
Located in Greenwich, CT
Black lacquer console table with two drawers and brass fitting with hoof feet. Simple and elegant form.
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Lacquer
Chinese Ming Hongmu Kang Table, c. 1650
Located in Chicago, IL
During winter in the colder provinces of China, life revolved around the kang, a heated brick platform that household members would sit or recline upon. Placed on top of the kang, lo...
Category
17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Large Low Chinese Ming Style Coffee Table in Black Lacquer
Located in Kastrup, DK
A large antique Chinese Ming Dynasty style coffee table, 193 x 122 cm.
Was originally an opium bed but has been converted into a table. Crafted in elm wood with black lacquer present...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Tables
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Chinese Black Lacquered Ming Style Coffee Table
Located in Kastrup, DK
A Chinese Ming style coffee table crafted in elm wood with original black lacquer and natural patina, enhanced with a clear lacquer surface finish.
Jiangsu Province, China 1860-1870
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Tables
Materials
Elm
Vintage Regency Baker Ming Burl Side Tables - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Regency drinks tables. Made by the iconic Baker Furniture group and tagged on the bottom. A chic Burl wood construction with the classic Ming shape. Acquir...
Category
Late 20th Century American Ming Tables
Materials
Wood
Fine Black Lacquer Console Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine black lacquer console table with four drawers, waterfall legs, brass fitting, elegant and simple form, beautiful lines. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Lacquer
Fine Black Lacquer Console Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine black lacquer console table with drawers, very elegant, simple and beautiful color. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has been appeared many times in "Ar...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Lacquer
Round/Oval Chinese Ming Style Rosewood Extendable Dining Table
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Dimensions: W 46" / D 46" / H 30.7"
Extended: W 64.5" / D 46"
Width of the extension leaf: 18"
Full of Character Ming Style Large Round/Oval Extending Solid Dining Table made of sol...
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Ming Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Chinese Altar Table in Tortoise Shell in the manner of Baker, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A stunning Chinese Altar Table in the manner of Baker Furniture Company, 20th Century. This Tortoise Shell Finished Console has great scale and is impressive in person. The altar tab...
Category
1980s American Vintage Ming Tables
Materials
Wood
Rare 19th Century Chinese Altar Table
Located in Mjöhult, SE
Rare and unusually wide 19th century Chinese altar table in elm with an beautiful patinated surface with remaining traces of the old lacquer. Ca 1800 China.
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Tables
Materials
Elm
Fine Jumu Console Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
A simple and elegant fine jumu wood console table, simple plain apron with four straight legs.
We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Wood
Rustic Antique Chinese Altar Or Console Table
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine Asian table with aged raised graining which adds texture to the Rustic presentation. Traditional form with upraised ends, scrolled decoration to the apron and sides, good weig...
Category
19th Century Asian Antique Ming Tables
Materials
Wood
Fine Jumu Console Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine Jumu console table with waterfall legs, elegant color and lines. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has been appeared many times ...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Wood
19th Century Asian Antique Leather Drum Stool Table
By Mingyu Xu Studio
Located in Burbank, CA
Beautiful antique drum for sale. From Asia, and well cared for. Has leather tops on both end, and still has the original rings on both ends. It's made of solid oak with a walnut fini...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Tables
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Fine Black Lacquer End Tables with Gilt Motif
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pair of elegant black lacquer square end tables with gilt motif, beautiful form and color, We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has been appeared many times in "...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Lacquer
Vintage Asian Elmwood Coffee Table
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A super chic and beautiful vintage Asian elmwood coffee table with scalloped apron.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Ming Tables
Materials
Elm
Fine Black Lacquer Console Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine black lacquer console table with four drawers and pair of doors. Very elegant and fine quality. Beautiful color and simple form. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant fin...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Lacquer
Late 20th Century Ming Style Solid Rosewood Square Coffee Table w/ Chow Legs
Located in Topeka, KS
Stunning vintage Ming Cow leg style solid rosewood square coffee table. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. We f...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Ming Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Peach wood & Hard Cane Coffee Table
Located in Kastrup, DK
Chinese 19th century daybed / coffee table / end of bed bench.
Crafted in peach wood with a central woven rattan top panel insert mounted on a wooden board, making it sturdy enough ...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Tables
Materials
Rattan, Fruitwood
Original 19th C Chinese Partly Red Lacquered Three Drawer Storage Console Table
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
This is a rarely seen authentic 19th century Chinese console table with three drawers under which there is a storage compartment. The top and the front is red lacquered, the ends are...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Tables
Materials
Brass
Fine Black Lacquer Console Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Elegant black lacquer console table with five drawers, brass fitting. Simple form and beautiful color. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has been appeared man...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Lacquer
DREXEL HERITAGE Ming Treasures Mahogany Carved Chinoiserie Dining Table
By Drexel
Located in Charlotte, NC
An Asian Ming style rectangular dining table by Drexel Heritage, from the Ming Treasures Collection. Mahogany & veneers, carved & painted Chinoiserie sc...
Category
Late 20th Century American Ming Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Paint
Fine Black Lacquer Console Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine black lacquer console table with four drawers, waterfall legs, brass fitting, elegant and simple form, beautiful lines. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Lacquer
Vintage Chinese Ming Style Rosewood Chinoiserie Coffee Cocktail Table Square 42"
Located in Dayton, OH
A beautiful Chinoiserie coffee table. Made from rosewood in classic Ming form with a square top over straight legs with inward flared feet. Brass plate along underside Marked NW.
...
Category
Late 20th Century Ming Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Baker Historic Charleston Collection Asian Style Cocktail Table w/ Glass Top
Located in Germantown, MD
Baker Furniture Company Historic Charleston Reproductions Collection Asian Style Cocktail / Coffee Table with protective Glass Top. Good vintage condition. Proudly made in America. M...
Category
Late 20th Century American Ming Tables
Materials
Glass, Hardwood, Mahogany
Ming Style Side Table, USA 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our exquisite Ming Style Side Table, a true gem from the USA dating back to the 1960s. This stunning piece of furniture effortlessly captures the essence of Ming Dynasty ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Ming Tables
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Fine Jumu Console Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine Jumu console table with waterfall legs, elegant color and lines. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has been appeared many times ...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables
Materials
Wood
Chinese Chinoiserie Ming Style Tea Side Accent Table W/ Pull Out Tray Shelf 30"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Chinese side accent table featuring Chinoiserie styling with gold accents, pull out trays, and painted scene with pagoda, mountains, and a fisherman in a boat.
Dimensions:
...
Category
Late 20th Century Ming Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Ming tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Ming tables for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, asian art and furniture, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, lacquer and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Ming tables made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and China pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original tables, popular names associated with this style include Baker Furniture Company, Drexel, George Zee and Co, and George Zee. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $450 and tops out at $48,000 while the average work can sell for $3,200.
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