Qing Planters and Jardinieres
QING STYLE
The last imperial dynasty from 1644 to 1912 was a time of change in China, beginning with the invasion by Manchurian forces that ended the Ming dynasty and established the Shunzhi Emperor. The expansion of exportation and trade that had bolstered the arts during the Ming era continued, as Qing dynasty furniture involved the same attention to craftsmanship with expert construction techniques in hardwood pieces that were assembled with mortise and tenon joints rather than nails or glue. Together, these eras comprise a golden age of Chinese furniture design.
Ming-style furniture is simple and elegant with clean lines. Chairs of the period and other Ming furniture made an impression on Scandinavian modernist Hans Wegner and his streamlined seating, for example. Whereas Qing-style furniture is elaborate, with an increasing influence from the West leading to lavish carving inspired by the European Baroque and Rococo styles. And while many of the forms that define examples of the latter are common within classical Chinese furniture, such as curving and folding chairs as well as large screens, Qing designs are laden with ornamentation. Frequently, the carved motifs and inlaid designs in mother-of-pearl were auspicious, such as peonies for wealth or dragons for luck. Bats were symbols of happiness in the design of Qing furniture, with one of the characters in the word for bat, bianfu, being a homophone for fu, or “fortune.”
While several types of wood were used in the construction of Qing beds, tables, storage pieces and seating, today’s collectors know that the most prized were the rare rosewoods zitan and huanghuali. They were both sourced from Hainan, China’s largest island, and are marked by a rich luster that occurs naturally, without the application of lacquer or other decorative materials. Many of the most popular woods were imported from southeast Asia, adding to their value. Red sandalwood was also sought after for its durability and connection with Chinese medicine, with some chairs being made for health benefits.
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Style: Qing
Petite Chinese Stone Trough, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Once used on a provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this early 20th-century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity. Hand-carved from solid limestone, the trough has a shallow, rectangular form with slight asymmetry. The surface of the stone still maintains its raw organic...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Limestone
Chinese Stone Water Trough, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Once used on a provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this early 20th century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity. The trough...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Limestone
Chinese Stone Farm Trough, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Once used on a Provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this turn-of-the-century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity. hand carv...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Limestone
Full Moon Chinese Stone Trough, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Once used on a provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this early 19th-century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity. Hand-carve...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Limestone
Chinese Glazed Magpie Pickling Jar, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Unlike ceramics decorated with underglazing, this monumental vessel was painted after it was fired. This technique enabled the artist to build up areas and experiment with texture, v...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Ceramic
Chinese Half Moon Stone Trough, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Once used on a provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this early 19th-century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity. Hand-carve...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Limestone
18th Century Chinese Low Iron Basin
Located in Chicago, IL
China was the earliest known civilization create works with cast iron, first appearing thousands of years ago during the illustrious Zhou dynasty. This early 18th century iron vessel was once used for collecting rain water...
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Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Iron
Footed Chinese Stone Water Trough, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Once used on a provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this early 20th-century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity. The footed...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Limestone
Monumental Chinese Glazed Relief Jar, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This grandly scaled ceramic vessel was made by hand in northern China in the early 20th century, patterned in high relief with medallions framing floral motifs. Rimmed with texture, the vase is expressively coated inside and out with an ochre glaze, streaked with dark brown, and makes for the perfect a dramatic, large planter, water feature, or stoic sculpture.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Ceramic
Petite Chinese Stone Trough, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Once used on a provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this early 19th-century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity. Hand-carve...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Limestone
Very Rare 19th Century Hand Carved Qing Dynasty Chinese Hongmu Jardinière Stand
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning and very rare 19th century hand carved Chinese Qing Dynasty Hongmu stand
A very good looking well mad...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Wood
18th Century Limestone Bowl Mortar Planter 7 Lbs
Located in Somis, CA
From Northern China a piece of great antiquity. The 18th century bowl of limestone, hand cut and carved, in conical form with a round base. Of white grey sto...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Limestone
Chinese Footed Stone Basin, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite footed basin carved of solid limestone was likely once used in the courtyard of a wealthy Qing-dynasty home. Unusual decorative elements elevate...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Limestone
18th Century Blue Granite Bowl Mortar Planter 5 Lbs
Located in Somis, CA
From Northern China a piece of great antiquity. The 18th century bowl of blue granite, hand cut and carved, in conical form with spiral cuts ending on a roun...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Limestone
Chinese Late Qing Dynasty Period South Sea Blue Glazed Ceramic Planter
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Chinese late Qing Dynasty period ceramic planter circa 1900 with south sea blue glaze, tapering lines and kiln marks. Immerse yourself in the timeless allure of Chinese artistry with this ceramic planter from the late Qing Dynasty period, circa 1900. This piece echoes the grace and charm of traditional Chinese ceramics, offering a historical slice of China's illustrious past and a striking addition to any antique collection or living space.
This planter mesmerizes with its alluring south sea blue glaze, a hue that embodies the tranquil depths of the ocean and the expansive sky. The captivating color palette, combined with its tapering lines, grants this piece an air of aesthetic tranquility and classic elegance.
The planter's form is an ode to the traditional Chinese design ethos. Its gently curving silhouette exudes an organic feel, an echo of the natural world. Notably, the kiln marks visible on the planter speak volumes of its authentic origin and age, while also adding a dash of rustic charm.
Crafted during the late Qing Dynasty, this ceramic planter is not merely a decorative piece but a tangible link to China's rich ceramic heritage. If you are someone seeking to add a touch of historic charm to your decor, this south sea blue glazed planter is a perfect choice.
With its tranquil color palette and timeless design, this antique Chinese planter...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Ceramic
Chinese Chiseled Stone Trough, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Once used on a Provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this early 20th century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity. hand carved from solid limestone, this shallow rectangular trough exists on a slight tilt, exaggerated by its asymmetrical form. The trough has a rectangular form, carved with a shallow basin, rounded underside, and chiseled surface texture.
The rim of the trough curves up and down in a wave-like pattern, softened by the touch of many hands over the years. The surface of the stone has weathered with time, resulting in natural erosion and neutral color variation. A drainage hole is carved into one side, making the large trough...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Limestone
Chinese Antique Large Qing Hand Carved Stone Drum Stool Display Pedestal, 19c.
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare and Hard To Find 19th Century
From China's Qing dynasty (1644-1912) a hard to find solid limestone finely carved "drum" pedestal - perfect for displaying your indoor or outdoor...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Stone, Limestone
Chinese Hammered & Engraved Brass Jardinière Planter, Late 19th Century
Located in Germantown, MD
Late 19th century, Qing style Chinese hammered and engraved brass jardinière planter. Heavy duty and weigh about 10lbs. Measures 13" wide, 9.5...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Brass
China Pair Antique Hand Carved Stone Pedestals 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
Hard to Find Pair from the 19th Century
From China's Qing dynasty (1644-1912) a hard to find pair (2) of limestone finely carved pedestals - perfect for displaying your indoor or o...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Limestone, Stone
Chinese Limestone Chrysanthemum Trough, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Prized mounts once took refreshment from this stone trough, carved from a solid block of limestone more than one hundred years ago. Once purely functional, the trough is celebrated t...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Limestone
Qing Dynasty Chinese Bronze Oversized Planter with Calligraphy and Handles
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Chinese bronze oversized planter from the 19th century, with mythical animal handles. Crafted in China during the Qing Dynasty, this overs...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Bronze
Large Chinese Floral Relief Jar, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Rendered in high relief, this ceramic jar’s dimensional bands, hobnail motifs and flower-filled medallions add visual interest and texture. Glazed on the interior, the jar was likely...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Ceramic
Chinese Grand Floral Relief Urn, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This large glazed jar was handcrafted in China's Shanxi province over a century ago. Masterfully crafted, the jar is patterned in high relief, featuring medallion portraits of chrysa...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Ceramic
Chinese Etched Limestone Trough, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Prized mounts once took refreshment from this stone trough, carved from a solid block of limestone more than hundred years ago. Once purely functional, the trough is celebrated today...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Limestone
Monumental Chinese Terracotta Vessel, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Made of unglazed terracotta this Chinese storage jar bears the marks of its creation in the smoky clouds that coat its exterior. The vessel was likely pit fired, a process that dates back thousands of years. Essentially a baking technique, clay objects were put in a pit, covered with combustibles and burned. At high heat, vapors swirl around the objects staining the clay with haphazard swirls of color. With its distinctive coloration and wide, open profile, this monumental vessel...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Terracotta
Chinese Glazed Pickling Pot, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This 19th century eight-sided glazed urn from Southern China was finely painted with auspicious animals, including a crane, representing divine communication and immortality. The mon...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Ceramic
Chinese Floral Relief Urn, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Leaving this grandly scaled urn unglazed, the Qing-dynasty craftsman who crafted it chose instead to draw attention to the surface decoration. Skilfully modeled floral motifs stand i...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Ceramic
Monumental Chinese Medallion Relief Urn, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This late 19th century monumental glazed ceramic urn from southern China was originally used for pickling food. Its sculpted high-relief surface depicts floral medallions and abstract dragons...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Ceramic
Low Round Chinese Mill Stone, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautifully textured by a pattern of hand carved grooves, this early 20th century millstone was created northern China from a single block of limestone. The stone was once used in a ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Limestone
Chinese Celestial Cloud Column Base, c. 1750
Located in Chicago, IL
This 18th century architectural object, hand-carved out of a single block of white marble, is intricately finished with an all-over celestial cloud motif—an ancient and auspicious Bu...
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Marble
Chinese Etched Stone Mortar, circa 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Essentially a utilitarian vessel, this mortar is textured with etched line work to facilitate the task of removing the outer husks from grains of rice. Yet it seems as if the Qing-dy...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Limestone
Early 20th Century Chinese Grain Tub
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand carved from a single piece of wood, this oblong basin has fantastic character. Once used to hold grain as a part of the threshing process, the early 20th century tub displays the warmth of oakwood, now beautifully aged with a rich patina. The tub's unusual shape offers a rustic charm and fits seamlessly into modern interiors as a shallow planter...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Elm
Chinese Stone Farm Trough, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Once used on a provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this early 20th-century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity. Hand-carve...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Limestone
Round Chinese Stone Basin, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Once used on a provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this early 20th-century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity. Hand-carve...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Limestone
Large Chinese Pickling Jar, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Originally used for pickling and storing various foods, this tall ceramic jar features a strikingly dark glaze. Set in high contrast by an unglazed lip and speckled with imperfection...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Ceramic
Chinese White Marble Gnarled Root Tub, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Like a Ming-dynasty scholars' sculptural root objects, this marble basin carved with a gnarled root pattern embraces Daoist affinities with nature and spo...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Marble
Qing planters and jardinieres for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Qing planters and jardinieres for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Early 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage planters and jardinieres created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, decorative objects, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with stone, limestone and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Qing planters and jardinieres made in a specific country, there are Asia, China, and East Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 planters and jardinieres differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $199 and tops out at $16,800 while the average work can sell for $2,500.
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