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How do you identify Ming dynasty furniture?
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To identify Ming dynasty furniture, first check the legs, back, undersides and other inconspicuous areas to see if you can locate any maker's markings. If you do, snap a photo with your phone and perform a reverse image search. You may be able to determine the maker and year of production. The Ming dynasty lasted from 1368 to 1644 in China. Furniture from this time period often features natural woods and shows off simple lines. Because artisans working during the era typically used mortise and tenon joinery, authentic Ming Dynasty furnishings will usually not have any visible nails or screws. However, there are many convincing reproductions on the market, so experts generally recommend having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer perform the identification process for you. Shop a collection of Ming dynasty furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
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Brass Bowl Planter Cachepot Jardinière Enamel Cloisonné, Late 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and substantial brass and enamel Cloisonné bowl planter cachepot jardinière, in the Ming style, late 19th century to circa early-20th century, Asia, China. With authentic...
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Antique Late 19th Century Asian Ming Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Enamel
19th C. Chinese Ming Style Elm Coffer / Low Cabinet / Bench
Located in Germantown, MD
19th Century Chinese Ming Style Elm Coffer / Low Cabinet / Bench
Measures 45" in width, 15" in depth and 17" tall.
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Ming Cabinets
Materials
Hardwood, Elm
Chinese Celadon Glazed Small Circular Porcelain Bowl
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A fine antique Chinese small celadon glazed porcelain bowl dating from the early Ming dynasty or earlier. The finely made bowl, of slight irregular shape, stands on a small round ung...
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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Very Large Vintage Asian Dragon Water Jar
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A very large and striking Asian Water Jar with deep brown background field and having Ochre colored entwined dragons. An excellent focal point object f...
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20th Century Asian Ming Vases
Materials
Pottery
Chinese Ming Dynasty Emperor Yellow Imperial Robe Hand Painted & Framed on Silk
Located in Topeka, KS
Magnificent vintage Chinese Ming Dynasty Emperor portrait wearing a yellow Imperial robe w/ dragons & phoenix, & symbols hand painted on silk matted & framed in black lacquered wood frame. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. Specifically, there is some waviness to the silk I assume from being rolled at some point in its life. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 19th-20th Century.
ALL HAIL… HIS MAGESTY… THE EMPEROR!!!! WOW!!! Take a bow folks!!! This is a magnificent hand painted on silk ancestral portrait depicting an emperor (likely of the Ming Dynasty) sitting in his Royal throne… Let’s take a dive into some FACINATING facts… The Emperor’s robes...
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Ming Paintings and Screens
Materials
Silk, Glass, Wood
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.
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Late 20th Century American Ming Console Tables
Materials
Burl
