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Chinese lion sculpture , WEI DYNASTY PROBABLY
Chinese lion sculpture , WEI DYNASTY PROBABLY

Chinese lion sculpture , WEI DYNASTY PROBABLY

Located in Milano, IT

its proud back. But it is the lion's head that really catches the eye. Its face is a study in fierce

Category

15th Century and Earlier Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Stone

Antique Chinese 16/17C Chinese Porcelain Dish Swatow Phoenix Chinese Lion
Antique Chinese 16/17C Chinese Porcelain Dish Swatow Phoenix Chinese Lion

Antique Chinese 16/17C Chinese Porcelain Dish Swatow Phoenix Chinese Lion

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description A very nicely decorated large dish from around 1600-1630. Heavy and larger sized piece with beautiful decoration in red and green Storage box included. Similar piece in ...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Peking Rug, Wool on Cotton, Lion Dogs, 19th Century
Antique Chinese Peking Rug, Wool on Cotton, Lion Dogs, 19th Century

Antique Chinese Peking Rug, Wool on Cotton, Lion Dogs, 19th Century

Located in Barrington, IL

the composition is a large medallion adorned with lion dogs, traditional guardians in Chinese culture

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Wool, Cotton

18th Century Imperial Ningxia Chinese Throne Back Cover with Lion Dog
18th Century Imperial Ningxia Chinese Throne Back Cover with Lion Dog

18th Century Imperial Ningxia Chinese Throne Back Cover with Lion Dog

Located in Milan, IT

, distinguished by an exquisitely drawn lion dog, which is an auspicious symbol of protection and power

Category

1750s Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Wool

Mint Antique Imperial Chinese Ningxia Throne Back Cover with Lion Dogs
Mint Antique Imperial Chinese Ningxia Throne Back Cover with Lion Dogs

Mint Antique Imperial Chinese Ningxia Throne Back Cover with Lion Dogs

Located in Milan, IT

A rare example of Ningxia Chinese throne back cover of Imperial quality in pristine condition. A

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Early 19th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Wool

Antique Oversize Chinese Peking Rug, Near Square Size, Pale Yellow, Lion Dogs
Antique Oversize Chinese Peking Rug, Near Square Size, Pale Yellow, Lion Dogs

Antique Oversize Chinese Peking Rug, Near Square Size, Pale Yellow, Lion Dogs

Located in Barrington, IL

A truly beautiful and rare oversized Chinese Peking rug in a near square size from the late 19th

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Lion Censers
Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Lion Censers

Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Lion Censers

Located in Norwood, NJ

Beautiful fine pair of Chinese cloisonne enamel foo lion censers, in a standing pose. Yellow enamel

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Throne Back Cover with Lion Dogs
Throne Back Cover with Lion Dogs

Throne Back Cover with Lion Dogs

Located in Milan, IT

A rare example of Ningxia Chinese throne back cover of Imperial quality in pristine condition. A

Category

Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Bronze Cloisonne Enamel Censer Insence Burner 1900
Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Bronze Cloisonne Enamel Censer Insence Burner 1900

Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Bronze Cloisonne Enamel Censer Insence Burner 1900

Located in Portland, OR

censer having a Chinese lion (Shi) to the lid, the body and lid inlaid with floral cloisonne motifs, the

Category

Early 1900s Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Early 20th Century Handmade East Turkestan Pictorial Lion Khotan Accent Rug
Early 20th Century Handmade East Turkestan Pictorial Lion Khotan Accent Rug

Early 20th Century Handmade East Turkestan Pictorial Lion Khotan Accent Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique East Turkestan pictorial lion Khotan accent rug handmade during the early 20th century

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Early 20th Century East Turkestani Rustic Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Wool

Great Wood Carving Lion Figurine / 1868-1920 / Rare Item
Great Wood Carving Lion Figurine / 1868-1920 / Rare Item

Great Wood Carving Lion Figurine / 1868-1920 / Rare Item

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Chinese lions, a ball is attached to the left hand, but this is missing. However, it is a work that is

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Wood

Old Chinese stone carved lion typeB /Early 20th century/Garden ornament
Old Chinese stone carved lion typeB /Early 20th century/Garden ornament

Old Chinese stone carved lion typeB /Early 20th century/Garden ornament

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a stone lion statue made in China, presumably in the 20th century or later, during the

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Early 20th Century Japanese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Sandstone

Chinese Turquoise Buddhist Lion
Chinese Turquoise Buddhist Lion

Chinese Turquoise Buddhist Lion

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A Large Chinese Turquoise Ceramic Buddhist Lion Sculpture 17.5"H x 6.5"W x 5"D

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Antique Japanese Paintings of Karashishi, Edo Period, 18th Century
Pair of Antique Japanese Paintings of Karashishi, Edo Period, 18th Century

Pair of Antique Japanese Paintings of Karashishi, Edo Period, 18th Century

Located in Prahran, Victoria

gold leaf ground in fine handmade frames, Edo period, early 18th century. The Karashishi (Chinese lion

Category

Early 18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Gold Leaf

Pair Of Chinese Hardstone Guardian Lions
Pair Of Chinese Hardstone Guardian Lions

Pair Of Chinese Hardstone Guardian Lions

Located in Norwood, NJ

Pair of hand carved Chinese Jade hardstone Foo Lions or Fu Dogs. This pair of Chinese spinach jade

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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Jade

Chinese Soapstone Guardian Lion, 19th Century
Chinese Soapstone Guardian Lion, 19th Century

Chinese Soapstone Guardian Lion, 19th Century

Located in Savannah, GA

A Chinese soapstone guardian lion, 19th century. 5 ½ inches wide by 2 ½ inches deep by 4 ½ inches

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Soapstone

Chinese Blue and White Fu Lion Headrest
Chinese Blue and White Fu Lion Headrest

Chinese Blue and White Fu Lion Headrest

Located in Chicago, IL

This square ceramic block is actually a form of Chinese headrest or neck pillow. Popular during the

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions
Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions

Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions

$16,900Sale Price / set|35% Off

Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions

Located in Chicago, IL

gatekeepers seen throughout China and elsewhere in Asia. Traditional symbols of protection, they are made from

Category

19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Limestone

Chinese Fu Lion Candle Stand, c. 1850
Chinese Fu Lion Candle Stand, c. 1850

Chinese Fu Lion Candle Stand, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Richly aged with wabi-sabi texture, this petite ceramic sculpture is a 19th-century Chinese candle

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Fu Lion Candle Stand, c. 1850
Chinese Fu Lion Candle Stand, c. 1850

Chinese Fu Lion Candle Stand, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Richly aged with wabi-sabi texture, this petite ceramic sculpture is a 19th-century Chinese candle

Category

Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Carved Stone Garden Guardian Lion
Chinese Carved Stone Garden Guardian Lion

Chinese Carved Stone Garden Guardian Lion

Located in Sheffield, MA

The features of this stone Foo lion has been softened by being exposed to the elements for many

Category

18th Century Chinese Archaistic Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Stone

Chinese Fu Lion Fantail Vase, c. 1920
Chinese Fu Lion Fantail Vase, c. 1920

Chinese Fu Lion Fantail Vase, c. 1920

Located in Chicago, IL

and decorated on all sides with mythical fu lions. Also known as shizi or foo dogs, fu lions are

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Chinese Guardian Lions in Original Condition
19th Century Chinese Guardian Lions in Original Condition

19th Century Chinese Guardian Lions in Original Condition

Located in Kramfors, SE

Chinese guardian lions in original condition. The lions are made from wood and were handmade

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Wood

Chinese Ancient Hand Carved Wood Lion Guardian
Chinese Ancient Hand Carved Wood Lion Guardian

Chinese Ancient Hand Carved Wood Lion Guardian

Located in South Burlington, VT

A Chinese hand carved and hand painted wooden effigy of a fantastic Bixie dating to before Song

Category

15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Wood

Chinese bronze foo lion form paperweight, 19th c.
Chinese bronze foo lion form paperweight, 19th c.

Chinese bronze foo lion form paperweight, 19th c.

Located in New York, NY

foo lion decorated with a pleasant facial expression

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Dark Stone Fu Lion Protector, c. 1800
Chinese Dark Stone Fu Lion Protector, c. 1800

Chinese Dark Stone Fu Lion Protector, c. 1800

Located in Chicago, IL

Believed to be powerful protectors against malevolent spirits, fu lion dogs have stood guard at the

Category

Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Stone

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Carved Stone Lions
Pair of 19th Century Chinese Carved Stone Lions

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Carved Stone Lions

Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB

An unusual pair of Chinese carved Stone models of lions, each depicted with opposing heads and

Category

1880s Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Stone

Antique Pair Chinese 5 Lions Famille Rose Vases
Antique Pair Chinese 5 Lions Famille Rose Vases

Antique Pair Chinese 5 Lions Famille Rose Vases

Located in Norton, MA

Antique Pair Chinese 5 Lions Famille Rose Vases 19th Century, marked on the bases.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Iron

Pair of Antique Hand Molded Chinese Foo Lions
Pair of Antique Hand Molded Chinese Foo Lions

Pair of Antique Hand Molded Chinese Foo Lions

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Terrific Pair of Hand Molded 19th Century Chinese Foo Lions Foodog, Aubergine, Chinese, 19th

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Other

Pair of Chinese Guardian Lion Dogs, c. 1850
Pair of Chinese Guardian Lion Dogs, c. 1850

Pair of Chinese Guardian Lion Dogs, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Qing-dynasty home in China’s Shanxi province. One has a pearl under its foot, and the other has a lion

Category

Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Limestone

Chinese Blue and White Fu Lion Headrest, c. 1900
Chinese Blue and White Fu Lion Headrest, c. 1900

Chinese Blue and White Fu Lion Headrest, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This large ceramic block is actually a form of Chinese headrest or neck pillow. Popular during the

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Porcelain

pair of Chinese porcelain foo dogs/lions, 18th c.
pair of Chinese porcelain foo dogs/lions, 18th c.

pair of Chinese porcelain foo dogs/lions, 18th c.

Located in New York, NY

one dog/lion is clutching onto a ball-like object, and the other dog/lion is clutching onto her cub

Category

Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Kangxi Biscuit Porcelain Fu Lions, Sancai Glaze, 1700-1710
Chinese Kangxi Biscuit Porcelain Fu Lions, Sancai Glaze, 1700-1710

Chinese Kangxi Biscuit Porcelain Fu Lions, Sancai Glaze, 1700-1710

Located in Downingtown, PA

Sancai Guardians: Pair of Chinese Kangxi Biscuit Porcelain Fu Lions 1700-1710 A vibrant and

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Early 1700s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Carved Stone Chinese Guardian Lion Statues
Pair of Carved Stone Chinese Guardian Lion Statues

Pair of Carved Stone Chinese Guardian Lion Statues

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

In Asian culture, the lion-like guardian lion or foo dog is a symbol of protection and guardianship

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Sandstone

Pair of Chinese Marble Lions from the 19th Century
Pair of Chinese Marble Lions from the 19th Century

Pair of Chinese Marble Lions from the 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Pair of Chinese Marble Lions from the XIX century Elegant lions of the Quing Dynasty carved in

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Marble

Pair of Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians, c. 1800
Pair of Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians, c. 1800

Pair of Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians, c. 1800

Located in Chicago, IL

This pair of limestone fu lion-dogs once protected a grand courtyard home in 19th-century China

Category

Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Limestone

Antique Chinese Glazed Guardian Lion Foo Dogs, a Pair
Antique Chinese Glazed Guardian Lion Foo Dogs, a Pair

Antique Chinese Glazed Guardian Lion Foo Dogs, a Pair

Located in Forney, TX

A magnificent pair of large antique Chinese porcelain temple Guardian Lions - Foo Dogs. The near

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Vintage Chinese Red and Gilt Buddhistic Lions
Pair of Vintage Chinese Red and Gilt Buddhistic Lions

Pair of Vintage Chinese Red and Gilt Buddhistic Lions

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Regal pair of carved wooden Chinese red painted and gilt Buddhistic lions. Each lion is seated atop

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1920s Chinese Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Wood

Late 19th Century Chinese Etched Brass Jardiniere with Lion Heads
Late 19th Century Chinese Etched Brass Jardiniere with Lion Heads

Late 19th Century Chinese Etched Brass Jardiniere with Lion Heads

Located in Germantown, MD

A late 19th Century Chinese Etched Brass Jardiniere with lion heads and measuring 14" in width, 11

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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Brass

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians
Pair of 19th Century Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians

Located in Chicago, IL

guarded the entrance to one of provincial China's grand homes. One peers up and the other down, both

Category

Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Limestone

Chinese Rock Crystal Carving of a Lion, 19th Century
Chinese Rock Crystal Carving of a Lion, 19th Century

Chinese Rock Crystal Carving of a Lion, 19th Century

Located in New York, NY

wooden base shown in pictures is included with this item; approximate measurements of carving only: 4in(L) x 2.5in(H) x 2.5in(D), approximate measurements of carving with wooden base...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Rock Crystal

Chinese Silk Brocade Chair Panel with Fu Lion, c. 1850
Chinese Silk Brocade Chair Panel with Fu Lion, c. 1850

Chinese Silk Brocade Chair Panel with Fu Lion, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

strip. Because traditional Chinese seating was not upholstered, fine textiles were draped across the

Category

Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Silk

Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions
Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions

Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions

Located in Atlanta, GA

Lions of extraordinary quality and casting. Procured from an important New York Collection. "Chinese

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17th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Chinese Guardian Fu Lions with Riders, c. 1850
Pair of Chinese Guardian Fu Lions with Riders, c. 1850

Pair of Chinese Guardian Fu Lions with Riders, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

This pair of intricately carved limestone fu lions once protected the entry of a grand courtyard

Category

Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Limestone

A highly decorative pair of Chinese pottery Buddhist lions circa 1900.
A highly decorative pair of Chinese pottery Buddhist lions circa 1900.

A highly decorative pair of Chinese pottery Buddhist lions circa 1900.

Located in Central England, GB

An unusual pair of 19th century Chinese hand painted and richly glazed pottery seated Buddhist

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Pottery

Old Chinese stone carved lion typeA /Early 20th century/Garden ornament
Old Chinese stone carved lion typeA /Early 20th century/Garden ornament

Old Chinese stone carved lion typeA /Early 20th century/Garden ornament

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a small but very presentable stone lion statue believed to have been made in China. It was

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Sandstone

pair of Chinese egg, spinach glazed foo lions/dogs, 19th c.
pair of Chinese egg, spinach glazed foo lions/dogs, 19th c.

pair of Chinese egg, spinach glazed foo lions/dogs, 19th c.

Located in New York, NY

1.6in(D) x 2.8in(W) x 5.8in(H) are the dimensions of the taller foo lion/dog; the paw of one lion

Category

Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Very Large Chinese or Japanese Carved Wooden Fu Lions
Pair Very Large Chinese or Japanese Carved Wooden Fu Lions

Pair Very Large Chinese or Japanese Carved Wooden Fu Lions

Located in New York, NY

Pair highly stylized large Chinese or Japanese carved wooden guardian lions (fu lions or foo dogs

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Wood

Pair Antique Chinese Carved Celadon Jade Guardian Lions ROC Early 20th Century
Pair Antique Chinese Carved Celadon Jade Guardian Lions ROC Early 20th Century

Pair Antique Chinese Carved Celadon Jade Guardian Lions ROC Early 20th Century

Located in Richmond, CA

This exquisite pair of celadon jade guardian lions hails from the early Republic of China period, a

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Jade

Large Late Qing Dynasty Chinese Cast Bronze Buddhistic Foo Lion Censer
Large Late Qing Dynasty Chinese Cast Bronze Buddhistic Foo Lion Censer

Large Late Qing Dynasty Chinese Cast Bronze Buddhistic Foo Lion Censer

Located in Austin, TX

A large and powerfully cast Chinese bronze censer in the form of two Buddhistic lions, Qing dynasty

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions in Red and Gold Lacquer
19th Century Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions in Red and Gold Lacquer

19th Century Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions in Red and Gold Lacquer

Located in NICE, FR

We present you with this stunning pair of statues representing Chinese guardian lions, also known

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Lions

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

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Antique Chinese Lions For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique Chinese lions for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique Chinese lions was constructed with extraordinary care, often using stone, ceramic and metal. Antique Chinese lions have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Many antique Chinese lions are appealing in their simplicity, but Europa Antiques produced popular antique Chinese lions that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique Chinese Lions?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,025, while they’re typically $295 on the low end and $19,500 highest priced.
Questions About Antique Chinese Lions
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese guardian lions are called shishi or stone lions. In English, they are colloquially referred to as lion dogs or foo dogs. Shishi are typically made out of stone. On 1stDibs, find your own stone lions from top sellers around the world.
  • 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.

    Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture.
  • Lotus Gallery
    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

  • PAGODA RED
    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.