Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
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
Monumental 19th Century Chinese Wedding Dowry Chest
Located in Forney, TX
A phenomenal hand carved and painted wooden antique wedding dowry stacked drawer carriage chest from China. Commissioned in the 19th century to commemora...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
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Lacquer, Paint, Wood
Circa 1880 Chinese Carved Wardrobe Cabinet, Qing Dynasty
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1880 Chinese carved wardrobe cabinet, Qing dynasty. Red stain on panelled sides. Extensively carved front. Perhaps for a marriage gift. Note the mythical figures on the roof an...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
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Wood
Chinese Painted Red Lacquer Cabinet, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th century red lacquer cabinet is lavishly decorated with gilt accents and intricate, hand-painted line work. The tall cabinet has a clean-lined form, designed with stra...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
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Elm
Chinese Antique Cabinet with Carved Birds in the Apron
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period armoire from the early 20th century with dark brown rubbed patina, brass hardware and carved apron. Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of this Chinese late Qing Dynasty period armoire from the early 20th century. Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, this armoire showcases a dark brown rubbed patina, brass hardware, and a beautifully carved apron.
The armoire's linear silhouette exudes a sense of elegance and sophistication, making it a stunning focal point in any space. Its two doors are adorned with a traditional brass medallion, featuring teardrop pulls that add a touch of antique charm. Opening the doors reveals inner shelves and two hidden drawers, providing ample storage space for your belongings.
The lower section boasts a captivating carved apron, featuring a central flower motif surrounded by scrolling foliage and birds. This intricate carving showcases the craftsmanship and artistry of the period. The armoire is raised on four short tapered feet, adding a touch of stability.
With its dark brown rubbed patina, brass hardware, and carved apron, this Chinese late Qing Dynasty armoire...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Large Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Red Lacquer Armoire with Gilt Décor
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period large armoire from the 19th century with red lacquer, gilt décor, two doors and front apron. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty period in the 19th century, this large armoire features a linear silhouette perfectly complimented by a red lacquer accented by a gilt hand painted décor. The piece showcases a rectangular top overhanging a stunning façade. Chinese figures attending to their business are walking in landscapes or standing under pagodas while children are playing with flags or kites. Two doors, fitted with ornate pulls...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
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Wood
Chinese Qing Dynasty Period Early 19th Century Dark Brown Lacquer Wardrobe
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period wardrobe from the early 19th century with dark brown lacquer, brass hardware, doors, drawers and shelves. Created in Chin...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
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Brass
Chinese Qing Dynasty Armoire with Brass Medallion and Reconfigured Pocket Doors
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period brown armoire from the 19th century, with brass round medallion, reconfigured pocket doors, two drawers and carved apron. Created in China during the Qi...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
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Brass
Chinese Wedding Cabinet Black on Red Lacquer with Circular Brass Medallion
Located in Hanover, MA
Chinese Qing Dynasty wedding cabinet in black lacquer with red accents featuring large circular brass medallion hardware on two 45 inch high doors above two drawers.
The interior is...
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Early 20th Century Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
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Brass
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Armoire with Carved Skirt and Large Medallion
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period armoire from the 19th century with natural wood finish, carved skirt, hidden drawers and medallion hardware. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty pe...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Pair of Chinese Red Gilded Lacquered Bookcase Cabinets from the 18th Century
Located in Brescia, IT
A beautiful and rare pair of 18th century Qing Dynasty bookcase furniture, in fine Chinese elm wood.
Each sturdy piece of furniture has an original thick lacquer and a slightly trap...
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Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Elm, Giltwood
Red Lacquer Armoire with Relief Carving & Gilt Motif
Located in Greenwich, CT
Red lacquer armoire with relief carving & gilt motif doors.
Bi-fold open doors, inside with three shelves, two of three shelves are removable with...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood
Chinese Qing Dynasty Period Armoire Cabinet with 14 Drawers and Two Doors, 1900s
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large Chinese Qing Dynasty period armoire cabinet from the early 20th century with 14 drawers and two accordion doors. Created in China during Qing Dynasty in the early years of the 20th century, this cabinet attracts our attention with its numerous drawers and dark patina. 14 Drawers of various sizes (three over four in the upper section, echoed in reverse order in the lower one), surround two accordion doors opening to reveal a convenient hanging storage...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood
19th Century Chinese Vermillion Red Gilt Silvered Carved Armoire
Located in Somis, CA
An extraordinary 19th century Qing dynasty 4-door vermillion cabinet with fine works of carving, painting, gilding and silvering. The solid wood construction consists of four frame members joined by tenons and mortises. The top and the main body connects through a decorative waist with carved begonias. Two center doors on dowels carved with the He-He Harmony Gods on the caps and two side doors operated by wood pegs on the frames. The top section of the doors feature three-dimensional carvings of noblewomen enjoying a garden. Fine depiction of architectural elements such as columns, fences, pavilion and stone flooring, as well as furniture, plants, and decorative objects. Both gilding and silvering are used to highlight the figures and to give more depth to the surroundings. Below the carvings are four oval medallions with carved poems, expressing joy in the spring season for renewed good fortune and prosperity. The beaded ovals are surrounded by elaborate scrolls of relief carvings in the "longevity" motif. Immediately under the oval sections are a set of 4 carved panels featuring birds on peonies and chrysanthemums. Further down, four octagonal panels with paintings of cranes...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood
Large Chinese Late Qing Dynasty Period Elmwood Armoire with Medallion Hardware
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large antique Chinese late Qing Dynasty period elmwood armoire from the early 20th century, with two doors, bronze medallion hardware, hidden drawers and carved apron. Created in China during the later years of the Qing Dynasty in the 20th century, this large armoire is made of elmwood, with the grain enhanced by a natural color varnish. The armoire showcases a linear silhouette and stands on four straight legs connected to one another through a carved apron in the front. The doors are fitted with a traditional Chinese lock...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Bronze
Tall Chinese Square Corner Cabinet, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Unusual riveted hinge plates and a full-moon sliding door latch made of solid brass lend texture and metallic contrast to this simply styled, tall elm cab...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Cabinet with Guanyin and Daoist Immortals
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing dynasty period cabinet from the 19th century, with carved panels depicting Guanyin and Daoist immortals. Created in China during the Qing dynasty, this 19th century cabinet attracts our attention with its beautifully contrasting colors and carved motifs. Depicting the bodhisattva Guanyin as well as Daoist immortals, the façade presents small doors in the upper section followed by two larger ones creating a focal point with their black ground highlighting their decorative motifs to perfection. The doors open to reveal inner shelves and hidden drawers while the lower section completes the ensemble with its two drawers fitted with hardware. Resting on straight legs accented with carved spandrels, this Qing dynasty carved cabinet...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood
19th Century Chinese Tapered Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
19th century painted tapered Chinese cabinet. Having elaborate panels with gilt painting and raised moldings. Warm red lacquer adorned with black lacquer and gilt painting. Framing the panels recessed into the molding are remnants of crushed seashell used...
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1880s Chinese Antique Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Cypress, Fir
18th Century Ming Chinese Two-Door Cabinet
Located in Pasadena, CA
A lacquer finished 18th century Chinese two-door cabinet with a set of small round legs. This simple and Classic piece comes from Henan Province and contains al original hardware and...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
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Lacquer
Large Chinese Qing Elm Armoire with Carved Motifs and Red Lacquered Accents
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large Chinese Qing Dynasty elmwood armoire from the 19th century, with hand carved panels, red lacquered accents and bronze hardware. Created in China during the 19th century, this...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Gilt Painted Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
19th century gilt painted wardrobe cabinet. A very special Qing dynasty wedding cabinet elaborately decorated with fine and exceptional gilt painting. The lacquer can be referred to ...
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1880s Chinese Antique Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
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Hardwood
Chinese Crackled Lacquer Tapered Cabinet, c. 1750
Located in Chicago, IL
The essence of traditional Chinese furniture is fully expressed in the simplicity and graceful presence of this 18th century two-door cabinet. Crafted of southern elmwood with tradit...
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Chinese Two-Piece Stacking Cabinet, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Classic Chinese furniture design is characterized by the flawless construction, purity of line, and dedication to detail you see here in this beautiful two-piece stacking cabinet...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
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Cedar
Chinese Fine Ironwood Cabinet, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This very fine 19th century cabinet from Northern China is made of ironwood. Iron wood, known in Mandarin as Tieli and prized by collectors, comes from the tallest Chinese hardwood tree and is very durable with a coarse texture and distinctive open grain. This substantial cabinet projects quiet harmony and balanced tension among its austere construction, rich timber, and thoughtfully placed handmade white brass hardware...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
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Brass
Chinese Four-Panel Cabinet, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
The Qing-dynasty cabinetmaker who designed this handsome two-door cabinet was a master of their craft, and elevated the joinery to a new artistic level. This monumental Chinese cabin...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
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Elm
Chinese Black Lacquer Lattice Cabinet, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
With clean lines and a darkly lacquered finish, this square corner cabinet celebrates the restraint of classic Chinese furniture forms. Dated to the mid-19th century, the tall cabine...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Elm
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Find a broad range of unique Qing wardrobes and armoires 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 wardrobes and armoires created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Qing wardrobes and armoires 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 wardrobes and armoires differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2,225 and tops out at $35,580 while the average work can sell for $5,800.
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