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Chinese style blue & gold ceramic inkwell
Located in London, GB
A Chinese style blue and gold ceramic inkwell, with a hinged brass lid, mounted on a reticulated
Category

Late 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Brass

Antique Chinese style blue & gold ceramic inkwell
Chinese style blue & gold ceramic inkwell

Chinese style blue & gold ceramic inkwell

H 4.25 in W 6.25 in D 6.25 in
Bronze Chinese Dragon Boat Inkwell 19th Century
Located in Rochester, NY
Chinese dragon boat double inkwell. Original glass inserts. Circa 1870's bronze. The Dragon Boat
Category

19th Century European Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Antique Bronze Chinese Dragon Boat Inkwell 19th Century
Bronze Chinese Dragon Boat Inkwell 19th Century

Bronze Chinese Dragon Boat Inkwell 19th Century

H 3 in W 14.75 in D 2.25 in
Chinese Art Deco Enameled Bronze Inkwell w/ Bird and Flower Motif, ca. 1920
Located in New York, NY
Chinese Art Deco Enameled Bronze Inkwell w/ Bird and Flower Motif ca. 1920 Dimensions
Category

1920s Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Brass

Antique Chinese Art Deco Enameled Bronze Inkwell w/ Bird and Flower Motif, ca. 1920
Chinese Art Deco Enameled Bronze Inkwell w/ Bird and Flower Motif, ca. 1920

Chinese Art Deco Enameled Bronze Inkwell w/ Bird and Flower Motif, ca. 1920

H 2.5 in W 6.75 in D 3.5 in
Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Large Bronze Inkwell, Circa 1910
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period "Chinese" pattern gilt bronze inkwell By Tiffany Studios (signed
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Bronze

Antique Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Large Bronze Inkwell, Circa 1910
Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Large Bronze Inkwell, Circa 1910

Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Large Bronze Inkwell, Circa 1910

H 3.13 in W 5 in D 5 in
Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Large Bronze Inkwell, Circa 1910
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period "Chinese" pattern gilt bronze inkwell By Tiffany Studios (signed
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Bronze

Antique Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Large Bronze Inkwell, Circa 1910
Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Large Bronze Inkwell, Circa 1910

Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Large Bronze Inkwell, Circa 1910

H 4.38 in W 6.25 in D 6.25 in
19th C. Antique Writing Stand Desk Office Inkwell Center Piece Chinese Porcelain
Located in West Hollywood, CA
19th C. Antique writing stand desk Office Inkwell Center Piece Chinese Porcelain . This beautiful
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19th Century French Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Bronze

19th C. Antique Writing Stand Desk Office Inkwell Center Piece Chinese Porcelain
19th C. Antique Writing Stand Desk Office Inkwell Center Piece Chinese Porcelain

19th C. Antique Writing Stand Desk Office Inkwell Center Piece Chinese Porcelain

H 6.5 in W 10.7 in D 6.5 in
Blue and Gold Porcelain Inkwell By Crown Stafforshire
By Crown Staffordshire
Located in Vienna, AT
quality inkwell gold gilt Chinese scenes Printed mark and of the dealer T Goode & Co. In very good
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Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Blue and Gold Porcelain Inkwell By Crown Stafforshire
Blue and Gold Porcelain Inkwell By Crown Stafforshire

Blue and Gold Porcelain Inkwell By Crown Stafforshire

H 2.25 in Dm 2.52 in
Late 19th Century, Blue White Ceramic Pocket Inkwell
Located in Marseille, FR
Chinese ceramic pocket inkwell white blue late 19th century in its inlaid box. Dimension height 7
Category

Late 19th Century Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Late 19th Century, Blue White Ceramic Pocket Inkwell

Late 19th Century, Blue White Ceramic Pocket Inkwell

H 2.76 in W 8.27 in D 3.55 in
Small Antique Calligrapher's Quill Pot, Chinese, Soapstone, Carved, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique calligrapher's quill pot. A Chinese, rouge soapstone carved pen holder
Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Soapstone

Small Antique Calligrapher's Quill Pot, Chinese, Soapstone, Carved, Victorian
Small Antique Calligrapher's Quill Pot, Chinese, Soapstone, Carved, Victorian

Small Antique Calligrapher's Quill Pot, Chinese, Soapstone, Carved, Victorian

H 3.94 in W 1.78 in D 1.78 in
Chinese Ink Box Crafted from Bronze with Character Engravings C. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A Chinese Ink Box crafted from bronze, with engraved Chinese characters from the early 20th century
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Ink Box Crafted from Bronze with Character Engravings C. 1900
Chinese Ink Box Crafted from Bronze with Character Engravings C. 1900

Chinese Ink Box Crafted from Bronze with Character Engravings C. 1900

H 1.58 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in
Pair of Chinese Ink Boxes crafted from Bronze with Character Engravings, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A pair of Chinese ink boxes crafted from bronze, with engraved Chinese characters from the early
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Chinese Ink Boxes crafted from Bronze with Character Engravings, c. 1900
Pair of Chinese Ink Boxes crafted from Bronze with Character Engravings, c. 1900

Pair of Chinese Ink Boxes crafted from Bronze with Character Engravings, c. 1900

H 0.99 in W 1.97 in D 1.58 in
A Louis XV Style Lacquer Porcelain and Giltded Bronze Mounted Encrier
Located in Dallas, TX
a Louis XV-style lacquer, porcelain and gilt bronze-mounted encrier (inkwell / inkstand), Chinese
Category

19th Century French Louis XV Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Bronze

A Louis XV Style Lacquer Porcelain and Giltded Bronze Mounted Encrier
A Louis XV Style Lacquer Porcelain and Giltded Bronze Mounted Encrier

A Louis XV Style Lacquer Porcelain and Giltded Bronze Mounted Encrier

H 7.5 in W 22.25 in D 13.25 in
Chinese Lacquer Porcelain and Silver Inkwell
Located in New York, US
Our charming inkwell features a finely sculpted porcelain foo dog standing on lacquered wooden
Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Silver

Chinese Lacquer Porcelain and Silver Inkwell
Chinese Lacquer Porcelain and Silver Inkwell

Chinese Lacquer Porcelain and Silver Inkwell

H 5 in W 15 in D 9 in
Tiffany Studios Chinese Pattern Bronze Inkwell
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period "Chinese" pattern bronze inkwell By Tiffany Studios (signed to the
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios Chinese Pattern Bronze Inkwell
Tiffany Studios Chinese Pattern Bronze Inkwell

Tiffany Studios Chinese Pattern Bronze Inkwell

H 4.5 in W 6.25 in D 6.25 in
Antique Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Inkwell Qing Dynasty 19th Century
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Antique Chinese Famille Rose inkwell with Hand-Painted Enamels Qing Dynasty This lovely small
Category

1880s Chinese Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Enamel

Antique Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Inkwell Qing Dynasty 19th Century
Antique Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Inkwell Qing Dynasty 19th Century

Antique Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Inkwell Qing Dynasty 19th Century

H 2.37 in Dm 2.76 in
Antique Chinese Japanese Bronze Inkwell Male Bust Pair French Ormolu Desk Set
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Very stylish patinated bronze desk inkwell modelled as a bust of a Chinese or Japanese figure
Category

19th Century Chinese Regency Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Antique Chinese Japanese Bronze Inkwell Male Bust Pair French Ormolu Desk Set
Antique Chinese Japanese Bronze Inkwell Male Bust Pair French Ormolu Desk Set

Antique Chinese Japanese Bronze Inkwell Male Bust Pair French Ormolu Desk Set

H 3.75 in W 4.5 in D 5 in
Antique Chinese Subject KPM Royal Porcelain Manufactory Figural Inkwell
By KPM Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
Chinese characters. The head of the figure acts as the inkwell top. Fully hallmarked on the base KPM with
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19th Century German Antique Chinese Inkwell

Antique Chinese Subject KPM Royal Porcelain Manufactory Figural Inkwell
Antique Chinese Subject KPM Royal Porcelain Manufactory Figural Inkwell

Antique Chinese Subject KPM Royal Porcelain Manufactory Figural Inkwell

H 3.55 in W 1.97 in
Antique Chinese Japanese Bronze Inkwell Male Bust Pair French Ormolu Desk Set
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Very stylish patinated bronze desk inkwell modelled as a bust of a Chinese or Japanese figure
Category

19th Century Chinese Regency Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Antique Chinese Japanese Bronze Inkwell Male Bust Pair French Ormolu Desk Set
Antique Chinese Japanese Bronze Inkwell Male Bust Pair French Ormolu Desk Set

Antique Chinese Japanese Bronze Inkwell Male Bust Pair French Ormolu Desk Set

H 3.75 in W 4.5 in D 5 in
Gilt Bronze Inkwell with Chinese Style Lacquer,  Late 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Chiselled and gilt bronze inkwell made of with a scalloped red lacquer tray with a moulded gilt
Category

Late 19th Century European Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Bronze

Gilt Bronze Inkwell with Chinese Style Lacquer,  Late 19th Century
Gilt Bronze Inkwell with Chinese Style Lacquer,  Late 19th Century

Gilt Bronze Inkwell with Chinese Style Lacquer,  Late 19th Century

H 5.91 in W 14.97 in D 9.85 in
Ink-stone, Chinese Green Jadeite
Located in Summerland, CA
Very large Jadeite carved for Inkstone. Beautiful green stone with white mottling, carvings of Fish Design and round scoop well for ink. Size approximately 4 x 6", Qing Dynasty, circ...
Category

1850s Chinese Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Jade

Ink-stone, Chinese Green Jadeite
Ink-stone, Chinese Green Jadeite

Ink-stone, Chinese Green Jadeite

H 0.438 in W 6.125 in D 3.875 in
Chinese Porcelain Lacquer and Gilt Bronze Mounted Inkstand, 19th Century
Located in Redding, CA
Chinese porcelain painted with flowers within gilt framing. All amazingly complete with every single
Category

Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Porcelain Lacquer and Gilt Bronze Mounted Inkstand, 19th Century
Chinese Porcelain Lacquer and Gilt Bronze Mounted Inkstand, 19th Century

Chinese Porcelain Lacquer and Gilt Bronze Mounted Inkstand, 19th Century

H 3 in W 9.75 in D 7.5 in
Early 19th Century Chinese Porcelain and Bronze Inkwell
Located in Milan, IT
Inkwell. Period: First half of the 19th century. Chinese porcelain inkwell family green mounted
Category

1820s Chinese Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Ormolu

Early 19th Century Chinese Porcelain and Bronze Inkwell
Early 19th Century Chinese Porcelain and Bronze Inkwell

Early 19th Century Chinese Porcelain and Bronze Inkwell

H 5.12 in W 6.11 in D 6.11 in
Edward Farmer Chinese Carved Jade & Agate Dragon Inkwell W/ Gold Gilt Filigree
By Edward Farmer
Located in Atlanta, GA
Edward Farmer Chinese Carved Jade & Agate Dragon Inkwell W/ Gold Gilt Filigree. Edward I. Farmer
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Agate, Jade, Metal, Bronze

Edward Farmer Chinese Carved Jade & Agate Dragon Inkwell W/ Gold Gilt Filigree
Edward Farmer Chinese Carved Jade & Agate Dragon Inkwell W/ Gold Gilt Filigree

Edward Farmer Chinese Carved Jade & Agate Dragon Inkwell W/ Gold Gilt Filigree

H 4.375 in W 8.375 in D 4.5 in
Boin-Taburet Paris Soapstone Inkwell, Ormolu and Chinese Lacquer, circa 1880
By Boin-Taburet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Open-Worked Carved Monkey Design Soapstone Inkwell (Steatite) Resting on a Red and Gold China
Category

1880s French Louis XVI Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Soapstone, Ormolu

Boin-Taburet Paris Soapstone Inkwell, Ormolu and Chinese Lacquer, circa 1880
Boin-Taburet Paris Soapstone Inkwell, Ormolu and Chinese Lacquer, circa 1880

Boin-Taburet Paris Soapstone Inkwell, Ormolu and Chinese Lacquer, circa 1880

H 5.52 in W 13.78 in D 9.85 in
Very Large Ink Stone, China, Early 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
. Decorated with two Fô dogs. China, early 19th century Measures: H: 5.5 cm, W: 31 cm, D: 22 cm.
Category

Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Stone

Very Large Ink Stone, China, Early 19th Century
Very Large Ink Stone, China, Early 19th Century

Very Large Ink Stone, China, Early 19th Century

H 2.17 in W 12.21 in D 8.67 in
1890s Antique Chinese Export Silver Inkstand and Pen Rack by Woshing
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese Export silver inkstand and pen stand made by
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1890s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Silver

1890s Antique Chinese Export Silver Inkstand and Pen Rack by Woshing
1890s Antique Chinese Export Silver Inkstand and Pen Rack by Woshing

1890s Antique Chinese Export Silver Inkstand and Pen Rack by Woshing

H 7.4 in W 4.8 in D 0.01 in
Antique Chinese Aesthetic Movement Cloisonne and Onyx Ink Well, circa 1870
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Chinese Aesthetic Movement inkwell offers cube form with spherical hinged lid having
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Onyx, Metal

Antique Chinese Aesthetic Movement Cloisonne and Onyx Ink Well, circa 1870
Antique Chinese Aesthetic Movement Cloisonne and Onyx Ink Well, circa 1870

Antique Chinese Aesthetic Movement Cloisonne and Onyx Ink Well, circa 1870

H 6.75 in Dm 8.75 in
Ink well Collection
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Ink pot collection ranging in sizes from 1" to 2 1/2" tall and 1" to 2" wide
Category

19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Brass

Ink well Collection
Ink well Collection

Ink well Collection

H 2.5 in D 2 in
Image- Porcelain Inkwell - Original China Ink and Watercolor - 1890s
Located in Roma, IT
Porcelain inkwell is an original artwork realized by a French Unknown Artist in 1890s. China ink
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1890s Modern Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Ink, Watercolor

Image- Porcelain Inkwell - Original China Ink and Watercolor - 1890s
Image- Porcelain Inkwell - Original China Ink and Watercolor - 1890s

Image- Porcelain Inkwell - Original China Ink and Watercolor - 1890s, 1890s

H 13.39 in W 19.3 in D 0.04 in
Antique Painted Blue White Japanese Chinese Reticulated Hexagonal Porcelain Vase
Located in Dublin, Ireland
with a very unusual Chinese lidded inkwell with similar decoration. Circa first half of the Twentieth
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Antique Painted Blue White Japanese Chinese Reticulated Hexagonal Porcelain Vase
Antique Painted Blue White Japanese Chinese Reticulated Hexagonal Porcelain Vase

Antique Painted Blue White Japanese Chinese Reticulated Hexagonal Porcelain Vase

H 4.75 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in
Edmé Samson Et Cie Paris Porcelain Hand Painted Chinese Floral Inkwell
By Edmé Samson
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very finely made antique French Paris porcelain inkwell made in the Chinese style by Edmé Samson
Category

1880s European Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Porcelain

Edmé Samson Et Cie Paris Porcelain Hand Painted Chinese Floral Inkwell
Edmé Samson Et Cie Paris Porcelain Hand Painted Chinese Floral Inkwell

Edmé Samson Et Cie Paris Porcelain Hand Painted Chinese Floral Inkwell

H 1.78 in W 1.97 in D 1.97 in
Antique Chinese Qing Enamel Mille Fleur Cloisonné Desk Writing Set Inkwell, 1900
Located in Portland, OR
A good quality antique six piece Chinese cloisonne desk set, circa 1900. The desk set made of
Category

Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Antique Chinese Qing Enamel Mille Fleur Cloisonné Desk Writing Set Inkwell, 1900
Antique Chinese Qing Enamel Mille Fleur Cloisonné Desk Writing Set Inkwell, 1900

Antique Chinese Qing Enamel Mille Fleur Cloisonné Desk Writing Set Inkwell, 1900

H 3.5 in W 4 in D 2.75 in
Chinoiserie Lacquer, Blanc de Chine Buddha and Ormolu Inkwell, 18th Century
Located in New York, NY
French Louis XV Chinoiserie Ormolu mounted, Black Lacquer, and Chinese Blanc de Chine Porcelain
Category

18th Century and Earlier French Rococo Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Ormolu

Chinoiserie Lacquer, Blanc de Chine Buddha and Ormolu Inkwell, 18th Century
Chinoiserie Lacquer, Blanc de Chine Buddha and Ormolu Inkwell, 18th Century

Chinoiserie Lacquer, Blanc de Chine Buddha and Ormolu Inkwell, 18th Century

H 9 in W 13 in D 9 in
Antique Painted Blue White Japanese Chinese Reticulated Hexagonal Porcelain Vase
Located in Dublin, Ireland
with a very unusual Chinese lidded inkwell with similar decoration. Circa first half of the Twentieth
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Antique Painted Blue White Japanese Chinese Reticulated Hexagonal Porcelain Vase
Antique Painted Blue White Japanese Chinese Reticulated Hexagonal Porcelain Vase

Antique Painted Blue White Japanese Chinese Reticulated Hexagonal Porcelain Vase

H 5.75 in W 2.5 in D 2.25 in
Rare 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Chinese Lacquered Inkwell
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
A rare 19th century gilt bronze and Chinese lacquered inkwell. The three porcelain containers of
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Inkwell

Rare 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Chinese Lacquered Inkwell
Rare 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Chinese Lacquered Inkwell

Rare 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Chinese Lacquered Inkwell

H 7 in W 15 in D 10 in
French Ormolu Inkwell With Chinese Budda. Late 19th C
Located in New York, NY
A French ormolu inkwell mounted with a Chinese Budda. This superb example demonstrates the graceful
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Chinese Inkwell

French Ormolu Inkwell With Chinese Budda. Late 19th C
French Ormolu Inkwell With Chinese Budda. Late 19th C

French Ormolu Inkwell With Chinese Budda. Late 19th C

H 8 in W 6 in D 5 in
Chinese Porcelain Brush Pot Now Mounted as an Inkwell, circa 1661-1722
Located in Lake Forest, IL
Chinese porcelain peach bloom water receptacle mounted in silver gilt as an inkwell. The surface
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Early 18th Century Asian Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Jade, Silver

Chinese Porcelain Brush Pot Now Mounted as an Inkwell, circa 1661-1722
Chinese Porcelain Brush Pot Now Mounted as an Inkwell, circa 1661-1722

Chinese Porcelain Brush Pot Now Mounted as an Inkwell, circa 1661-1722

H 3.5 in Dm 5 in
Unusual 19th Century Chinese Inkstone
Located in New York, NY
A large, unusual and beautifully carved 19th century or possibly earlier Chinese inkstone. Pieces
Category

Mid-18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Stone

Unusual 19th Century Chinese Inkstone
Unusual 19th Century Chinese Inkstone

Unusual 19th Century Chinese Inkstone

H 4 in W 4.5 in D 7 in
Late 18th Century Chinese Ink Stone
Located in New York, NY
An extraordinarily beautiful Chinese ink stone from the late 18th Century. Beautifully carved and
Category

18th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Inkwell

Materials

Stone

Late 18th Century Chinese Ink Stone
Late 18th Century Chinese Ink Stone

Late 18th Century Chinese Ink Stone

H 2 in W 8 in D 11 in
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Antique Chinese Inkwell For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique Chinese inkwell for your home. Frequently made of metal, ceramic and lacquer, every antique Chinese inkwell was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the antique Chinese inkwell you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 19th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique Chinese inkwell, those designed in Louis XVI, Louis XV and Regency styles are of considerable interest. Boin-Taburet, Edmé Samson and Woshing each produced at least one beautiful antique Chinese inkwell that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Chinese Inkwell?

An antique Chinese inkwell can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,250, while the lowest priced sells for $400 and the highest can go for as much as $8,650.
Questions About Antique Chinese Inkwell
  • How do you identify antique Chinese furniture?
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    1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.

    When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.

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  • How can I tell if my Chinese furniture is antique?
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    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.

  • How to know if my Chinese porcelain is antique?
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    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    The best way to know is to take it to an expert, such as an appraiser, reputable dealer or auction house, or museum

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