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What is Chinese cinnabar?
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Chinese cinnabar is the art of carving lacquer. The lacquer is the sap that comes from a family of trees found in southern China. It is red in color, and was the base on which intricate designs were carved. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Chinese cinnabar pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Chinese Cinnabar Lacquer Vase
Located in New York, NY
and craftsmanship. The octagon shape vase is adorned of intricate flowers and patterns Dragons, as
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Vases
Materials
Wood
Chinese Cinnabar Lacquered Lidded Vase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Well crafted Chinese cinnabar lacquered lidded vase with brass lining.
Category
Vintage 1960s Chinese Vases
Materials
Brass
Large Chinese Cinnabar Lacquered Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
A very large, well crafted Chinese cinnabar lacquered vase with copper / brass lining, circa 1950's
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Vases
Materials
Brass, Copper
Large Chinese Cinnabar Lacquered with Handles Vase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Large well crafted Chinese cinnabar lacquered vase with handles and brass lining.
Category
Vintage 1960s Chinese Vases
Materials
Brass
Mid-20th Century Chinese Hand Carved Cinnabar Vase
Located in Pomona, CA
This vase was made during the Mid-20th Century in Beijing. It is very unique with intricate carving
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases
Materials
Lacquer
Pair of Large Chinese Cinnabar Lacquered Vases White & Red
Located in Chonburi, TH
This pair of large Chinese cinnabar lacquered vases is a magnificent example of traditional Chinese
Category
Vintage 1950s Chinese Vases
Materials
Brass, Copper
