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Antique Chinese Swords

Chinese Sword Leg Offering Table, circa 1800
Chinese Sword Leg Offering Table, circa 1800

Chinese Sword Leg Offering Table, circa 1800

$5,780

H 31.5 in W 36.25 in D 20.5 in

Chinese Sword Leg Offering Table, circa 1800

Located in Chicago, IL

This elegant table would have originally been used in a traditional Chinese home as an incense stand, for serving wine, or for displaying potted landscapes or other collectibles.

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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Elm

Pair of Chinese Sword Leg Wine Tables, c. 1850
Pair of Chinese Sword Leg Wine Tables, c. 1850

Pair of Chinese Sword Leg Wine Tables, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Originally used as incense stands, game tables, or as gathering spot for food & drink, these 19th-century Chinese wine tables demonstrate the timeless appeal of traditional furniture...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Elm

"Couple in the Field, " James Brade Sword, Hunter on Farm Landscape
"Couple in the Field, " James Brade Sword, Hunter on Farm Landscape

"Couple in the Field, " James Brade Sword, Hunter on Farm Landscape

By James Brade Sword

Located in New York, NY

James Brade Sword (1839 - 1915) Couple in the Field Oil on canvas 16 x 20 inches Signed lower left After a childhood in Macao, China, James Brade Sword started out in life, after hi...

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Late 19th Century Hudson River School Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Intricate Sword Hilt Designs – Audsley’s Decorative Heliographic Art, 1884
Intricate Sword Hilt Designs – Audsley’s Decorative Heliographic Art, 1884

Intricate Sword Hilt Designs – Audsley’s Decorative Heliographic Art, 1884

Located in Langweer, NL

The designs reflect a rich fusion of Eastern influences, capturing the beauty and symbolism found in traditional Japanese and Chinese sword craftsmanship. Rendered in monochrome ton...

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1880s Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Paper

Vintage Chinese Traditional Tai Ji Jian, Sword with Dragon Motif.
Vintage Chinese Traditional Tai Ji Jian, Sword with Dragon Motif.

Vintage Chinese Traditional Tai Ji Jian, Sword with Dragon Motif.

Located in Pomona, CA

This Chinese Tai ji Sword is made from high quality steel and powerfully infuse with fittings devoted to the dragon, this great Totem is highly regarded in ancient Chinese culture, S...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Copper, Steel

Silver Sword – Stibnite
Silver Sword – Stibnite

Silver Sword – Stibnite

$2,100

H 9.26 in W 1.38 in D 1.38 in

Silver Sword – Stibnite

Located in London, GB

An extraordinary stibnite specimen from China, with a tall, elongated crystal formation that evokes the shape of a silver sword.

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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal

Natural Rock Crystal Sphere on a Neoclassical Polished and Patinated Bronze Base
Natural Rock Crystal Sphere on a Neoclassical Polished and Patinated Bronze Base

Natural Rock Crystal Sphere on a Neoclassical Polished and Patinated Bronze Base

Located in Hudson, NY

Rock crystal has been a gem of fascination for humanity for thousands of years. Fashioned into swords in ancient china, used as jewelry by the Romans and to make small statutes by th...

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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Rock Crystal, Bronze

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19th Century Landscape Watercolor with River and Smokestack by James Sword
19th Century Landscape Watercolor with River and Smokestack by James Sword

19th Century Landscape Watercolor with River and Smokestack by James Sword

By James Sword

Located in Graton, CA

After a childhood in Macao, China, James Brade Sword started out in life, after high school in Philadelphia, employed by a civil engineer on various surveys and earth-moving projects.

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Mid-19th Century Impressionist Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Watercolor

19th Century Chinese Sword Leg Altar Table
19th Century Chinese Sword Leg Altar Table

19th Century Chinese Sword Leg Altar Table

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H 33 in W 47 in D 15.5 in

19th Century Chinese Sword Leg Altar Table

Located in Chicago, IL

A c. 1850 table from Shanxi Province, China with a sword leg motif, stretchers on all sides, and a decorative apron made of Chinese Northern Elmwood.

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Elm

Chinese Archaistic Style Patinated Metal Sword
Chinese Archaistic Style Patinated Metal Sword

Chinese Archaistic Style Patinated Metal Sword

Located in Astoria, NY

Chinese archaistic manner patinated metal sword with taotie form handle.

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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Export Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Metal

An Antique Chinese Hui Dao Sword
An Antique Chinese Hui Dao Sword

An Antique Chinese Hui Dao Sword

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H 11.42 in W 22.45 in

An Antique Chinese Hui Dao Sword

Located in Baambrugge, NL

Coming of the sea floor, encrusted with calcified sea life, making it a remarkable object. Sea sculpture on modern iron base.

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Iron

Chinese Low Sword Table, circ 1850
Chinese Low Sword Table, circ 1850

Chinese Low Sword Table, circ 1850

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H 15 in W 40.5 in D 11.5 in

Chinese Low Sword Table, circ 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

With no stretchers or spandrels to interrupt its clean lines, this 19th century sword table forms one beautiful, continuous ribbon.

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Chinese Walking Stick and Sword
19th Century Chinese Walking Stick and Sword

19th Century Chinese Walking Stick and Sword

Located in Chicago, IL

A wonderful 19th century Chinese iron walking stick with hidden sword with steel blade.

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Iron, Steel

Chinese Cinnabar Sword Leg Table, c. 1900
Chinese Cinnabar Sword Leg Table, c. 1900

Chinese Cinnabar Sword Leg Table, c. 1900

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H 34.25 in W 44 in D 20 in

Chinese Cinnabar Sword Leg Table, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

The sculptural form of this early 20th century side table is elevated by a brilliant cinnabar-red lacquer finish. The waisted table features a floating panel top, straight legs, and ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Elm

Antique Asian Sword Rifle Samurai Weapon, China, circa 1800
Antique Asian Sword Rifle Samurai Weapon, China, circa 1800

Antique Asian Sword Rifle Samurai Weapon, China, circa 1800

Located in Sofia, BG

Antique Asian Sword Rifle Samurai weapon, circa 1800 Complimentary shipping.

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1880s Chinese Arts and Crafts Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Wood

Chinese Archaic Bronze Sword from the Warring States Period
Chinese Archaic Bronze Sword from the Warring States Period

Chinese Archaic Bronze Sword from the Warring States Period

Located in Astoria, NY

Original bronze cast archaic (traditional) sword made during the warring states period. Intact with more recent pommel (still quite old). This antique's beauty and age is evident thr...

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18th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Bronze

Very Rare Chinese Eastern Zhou Archaic Bronze Sword / Knife / Dagger / Weapon
Very Rare Chinese Eastern Zhou Archaic Bronze Sword / Knife / Dagger / Weapon

Very Rare Chinese Eastern Zhou Archaic Bronze Sword / Knife / Dagger / Weapon

Located in Sampantawong, TH

Very rare Chinese Eastern Zhou archaic bronze sword. Age: China, Eastern Zhou Dynasty, 771 - 221 B.C.

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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Bronze

Ancient Antique Chinese Eastern Zhou Bronze Sword / Knife / Dagger with Stand
Ancient Antique Chinese Eastern Zhou Bronze Sword / Knife / Dagger with Stand

Ancient Antique Chinese Eastern Zhou Bronze Sword / Knife / Dagger with Stand

Located in Sampantawong, TH

Ancient Chinese bronze sword with nice green patina. Age: China, Eastern Zhou Dynasty, 771 - 221 B.C.

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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Chinese Shallow Sword Foot Altar Table with Ruyi Medallion
19th Century Chinese Shallow Sword Foot Altar Table with Ruyi Medallion

19th Century Chinese Shallow Sword Foot Altar Table with Ruyi Medallion

Located in Chicago, IL

A black lacquer finish brings out the beautiful Silhouette of this elegant Qing-dynasty altar table once used to hold incense, offerings and portraits honoring ancestors. Skillfully ...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Elm

Han Dynasty, A Pair of Antique Chinese Bronze Sword Hilt with Stand
Han Dynasty, A Pair of Antique Chinese Bronze Sword Hilt with Stand

Han Dynasty, A Pair of Antique Chinese Bronze Sword Hilt with Stand

Located in Sampantawong, TH

A pair of antique Chinese bronze sword hilt with stand. Age: China, Han Dynasty, 206 B.C. - A.D. 220 Size of hilt only: Length 18.5 - 18.8 C.M. / Width 6.3 C.M.

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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Bronze

Raised Sword Leg Side Table
Raised Sword Leg Side Table

Raised Sword Leg Side Table

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H 33 in W 71 in D 15 in

Raised Sword Leg Side Table

Located in Chicago, IL

This exquisitely crafted shallow side table was made over a century ago in the Shanxi region of China. It is made out of Northern elmwood with Classic mortise and tenon joinery, carv...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Elm

36 Pc Antique Meissen Flow Blue Onion China Set X Sword Mark Germany Platters
36 Pc Antique Meissen Flow Blue Onion China Set X Sword Mark Germany Platters

36 Pc Antique Meissen Flow Blue Onion China Set X Sword Mark Germany Platters

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique 36 piece set of Meissen flow blue porcelain dinnerware in the Blue Onion pattern with the crossed swords makers mark. Large Oval Platter - 20.25” x 15.25” x 2.5” / Medium ...

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19th Century Victorian Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Porcelain

Important Ancient Chinese Military Ming Army Collection, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644
Important Ancient Chinese Military Ming Army Collection, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644

Important Ancient Chinese Military Ming Army Collection, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644

Located in South Burlington, VT

They all clutch an impressive array of advanced Chinese weapons: maces, swords, lances, halberds, shields, and GE a type of Chinese pole weapon.

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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Pottery

Antique 12 Pc Meissen B-Form Teacups & Saucers Floral Crossed Sword Tea Set B154
Antique 12 Pc Meissen B-Form Teacups & Saucers Floral Crossed Sword Tea Set B154

Antique 12 Pc Meissen B-Form Teacups & Saucers Floral Crossed Sword Tea Set B154

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Dayton, OH

Twelve piece set of antique Meissen China. Porcelain, blue swords marks 1st and 2nd choice, form number B-154, B-form purple with scattered flowers Features six settings with Baroqu...

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Late 19th Century Baroque Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Porcelain

Farmhouse by a Stream

James SwordFarmhouse by a Stream

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H 20 in W 36 in D 3 in

Farmhouse by a Stream

By James Sword

Located in Saratoga Springs, NY

After a childhood in Macao, China, James Brade Sword started out in life, after high school in Philadelphia, employed by a civil engineer on various surveys and earth-moving projects.

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Late 19th Century Hudson River School Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Oil

Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Gilt Bronze Sword
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Gilt Bronze Sword

Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Gilt Bronze Sword

Located in Pomona, CA

It can be kept in homes or displayed in businesses for protection and warding off evil spirits. The original Bronze swords can be dated back to 1700BC. This one is replica made at ab...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Bronze

Mid-19th Century Chinese Plank Top Sword Leg Side Table
Mid-19th Century Chinese Plank Top Sword Leg Side Table

Mid-19th Century Chinese Plank Top Sword Leg Side Table

Located in Chicago, IL

This solid plank top table, known in colloquial Mandarin as "dubar," is a truly thrilling find. Unlike the top surface of many Qing-dynasty tables, constructed of a frame with a floa...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Elm

Ancient Antique Chinese Eastern Zhou Bronze Sword / Knife / Dagger with Stand
Ancient Antique Chinese Eastern Zhou Bronze Sword / Knife / Dagger with Stand

Ancient Antique Chinese Eastern Zhou Bronze Sword / Knife / Dagger with Stand

Located in Sampantawong, TH

Ancient Chinese bronze sword with nice green patina. Age: China, Eastern Zhou Dynasty, 771 - 221 B.C.

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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Chinese Jian Sword with a Double-Edged Metal Blade and Scabbard
19th Century Chinese Jian Sword with a Double-Edged Metal Blade and Scabbard

19th Century Chinese Jian Sword with a Double-Edged Metal Blade and Scabbard

Located in North Miami, FL

19th century chinese decorative Jian medium sword with a double-edged metal blade and scabbard By: unknown Material: iron, metal, paint, brass, copper, wood, animal skin, zinc Techn...

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Metal, Copper, Iron, Brass, Zinc

Early 20C The Queen Playing with Sword Camphor Dowry Chest
Early 20C The Queen Playing with Sword Camphor Dowry Chest

Early 20C The Queen Playing with Sword Camphor Dowry Chest

Located in Dallas, TX

Presenting a beautiful Early 20C The Queen Playing with Sword Camphor Dowry Chest. Made in Hong Kong circa 1920 by the You On & Co. furniture makers of Hong Kong for the China Gif...

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Early 20th Century Hong Kong Chinese Export Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Hardwood

"Quilting" by James Sword
"Quilting" by James Sword

"Quilting" by James Sword

By James Sword

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

After a childhood in Macao, China, James Brade Sword started out in life, after high school in Philadelphia, employed by a civil engineer on various surveys and earth-moving projects.

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18th Century Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Oil

18th Century Chinese Low Sword Leg Bench or Table
18th Century Chinese Low Sword Leg Bench or Table

18th Century Chinese Low Sword Leg Bench or Table

Located in San Marino, CA

An 18th century Chinese low sword leg bench or table with intricate carvings all along the legs.

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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Elm

Chinese Han Dynasty Bronze Dagger & Handles
Chinese Han Dynasty Bronze Dagger & Handles

Chinese Han Dynasty Bronze Dagger & Handles

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H 16.5 in W 8.5 in D 4 in

Chinese Han Dynasty Bronze Dagger & Handles

Located in Seattle, WA

A group of three Chinese cast bronze sword or dagger hilts, one with iron blade.

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18th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Iron, Bronze

Stone Guardian
Stone Guardian

Stone Guardian

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H 41.5 in W 14.5 in D 11.5 in

Stone Guardian

Located in San Francisco, CA

Unusual looking southern Chinese stone guardian with sword. c1900s.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Stone

Old Chinese Bronze Sword with Old Patterns
Old Chinese Bronze Sword with Old Patterns

Old Chinese Bronze Sword with Old Patterns

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H 24.41 in W 1.58 in D 2.37 in

Old Chinese Bronze Sword with Old Patterns

Located in 景德镇市, CN

In ancient China, swords were not only weapons but also symbols of power and status.

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19th Century Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Black Lacquer Altar Table with Sword Legs
Chinese Black Lacquer Altar Table with Sword Legs

Chinese Black Lacquer Altar Table with Sword Legs

Located in San Marino, CA

A Chinese black lacquer wood altar table with sword legs complemented by elaborate curves and two simple curves on each end of the tabletop.

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Swords

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Chinese Antique Wine Console Table

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$700Sale Price|50% Off

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Chinese Antique Wine Console Table

Located in Somis, CA

A beautiful late 19th century wine table from Northern China. The tabletop is constructed of four members joined by mitered tenons surrounding a floating panel made of a prized, soli...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Wood

Oil Sunset titled "Virginia Sunset"
Oil Sunset titled "Virginia Sunset"

Oil Sunset titled "Virginia Sunset"

Located in Fredericksburg, VA

William H. Langworthy (1836–1900) was an American painter known for his contributions to landscape and genre painting during the late 19th century. Little is known about Langworthy's...

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Mid-19th Century Hudson River School Antique Chinese Swords

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Canvas, Oil

Dusk Forest Scene, Catskills by Lockwood DeForest (American, 1850-1932)
Dusk Forest Scene, Catskills by Lockwood DeForest (American, 1850-1932)

Dusk Forest Scene, Catskills by Lockwood DeForest (American, 1850-1932)

Located in New York, NY

"Dusk Forest Scene, Catskills," 1875 by Hudson River School painter Lockwood DeForest (American, 1850-1932) is oil on artists card-stock and measures 9.5 x 7 inches. The work is sign...

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19th Century Hudson River School Antique Chinese Swords

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Oil, Board

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elm Wine Table with Humpback Stretchers
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elm Wine Table with Humpback Stretchers

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elm Wine Table with Humpback Stretchers

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period Elmwood wine tasting console table from the 19th century, with humpback stretcher and horse hoof feet. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty, this El...

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Elm

19th century English portrait of a White/grey hunter in a stable
19th century English portrait of a White/grey hunter in a stable

19th century English portrait of a White/grey hunter in a stable

By Charles Towne

Located in Woodbury, CT

English 19th century portrait of a White / Grey hunter in a stable. Charles Towne was born in Wigan in 1763. He was trained as a coach painter, and by the age of 17 was set up in t...

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1820s Old Masters Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"Landscape with Farm"

"Landscape with Farm"

By John Francis Murphy

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Jim’s of Lambertville is proud to offer this artwork by: John Francis Murphy (1853 - 1921) John Francis Murphy is increasingly recognized today as one of the leading American Tona...

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1890s Tonalist Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Altar Console Table with Carved Apron
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Altar Console Table with Carved Apron

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Altar Console Table with Carved Apron

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period altar console table from the 19th century, with carved apron and side stretchers. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty, this altar console table fea...

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Wood

Sunset Boating Landscape
Sunset Boating Landscape

Sunset Boating Landscape

Located in Fredericksburg, VA

Paul Weber was a German born artist that painted beautiful American Landscapes. He exhibited his works in New England, specifically Philadelphia and Boston. After his famed period of...

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Mid-19th Century Hudson River School Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique American Hudson River School Scalp Level Pennsylvania Landscape Painting
Antique American Hudson River School Scalp Level Pennsylvania Landscape Painting

Antique American Hudson River School Scalp Level Pennsylvania Landscape Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Impressive early American Hudson River School landscape oil painting by Jasper Holman Lawman (1825 - 1906). Framed. Oil on board. Signed. Image size, 10H by 16L.

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1870s Hudson River School Antique Chinese Swords

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Oil, Board

Chinese Lacquered Console Table with Scroll Spandrels, c. 1900
Chinese Lacquered Console Table with Scroll Spandrels, c. 1900

Chinese Lacquered Console Table with Scroll Spandrels, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This early 20th-century console table has clean lines and minimalist appeal, simply decorated with relief-carved accents and an allover dark lacquer finish. Crafted with mortise-and-...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Elm

Chinese Walnut Console Table, Hand-Carved, Ming Style, c. 1850, China
Chinese Walnut Console Table, Hand-Carved, Ming Style, c. 1850, China

Chinese Walnut Console Table, Hand-Carved, Ming Style, c. 1850, China

Located in New York, NY

A graceful 19th century Chinese hardwood altar table, with a carved apron. The table features for decorative carved elements, one on each side, between the top and stretcher . Table...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Swords

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Walnut

Fine Jumu Console Table with Drawers
Fine Jumu Console Table with Drawers

Fine Jumu Console Table with Drawers

$2,400Sale Price|31% Off

H 32 in W 46 in D 14 in

Fine Jumu Console Table with Drawers

Located in Greenwich, CT

Fine Jumu console table with three drawers. Very elegant and fine quality. Beautiful color and simple form. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has been appeare...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Wood

Mid-19th Century Hand-Crafted Elmwood Console Table, Qing Style, China
Mid-19th Century Hand-Crafted Elmwood Console Table, Qing Style, China

Mid-19th Century Hand-Crafted Elmwood Console Table, Qing Style, China

$2,336Sale Price|35% Off

H 34 in W 38.5 in D 19.5 in

Mid-19th Century Hand-Crafted Elmwood Console Table, Qing Style, China

Located in New York, NY

A Northern elm wood console table with high stretchers and long cornered legs, from China, circa 1860. This table displays the features of traditional Asian carpentry where no nails ...

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1860s Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Swords

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Elm

Venice Landscape Italian Oil on Canvas Painting in Gilt Wood Frame, Belle Epoque
Venice Landscape Italian Oil on Canvas Painting in Gilt Wood Frame, Belle Epoque

Venice Landscape Italian Oil on Canvas Painting in Gilt Wood Frame, Belle Epoque

Located in Firenze, IT

This delightful turn of the century (early 20th century) oil on canvas painting represents an Italian landscape with one of the most famous squares in the world: Piazza San Marco in ...

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Early 20th Century Impressionist Antique Chinese Swords

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Canvas, Oil

Hudson River Landscape by American Artist Johann Hermann Carmiencke (1810-1867)
Hudson River Landscape by American Artist Johann Hermann Carmiencke (1810-1867)

Hudson River Landscape by American Artist Johann Hermann Carmiencke (1810-1867)

By Johann Hermann Carmiencke

Located in New York, NY

Painted by Hudson River School artist Johann Hermann Carmiencke, "Hudson River Landscape" is oil on canvas and measures 12 x 18 inches. The painting is signed and dated 1865 at the l...

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19th Century Hudson River School Antique Chinese Swords

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Canvas, Oil

Chinese Square Display Table with Scroll Corners, circa 1850
Chinese Square Display Table with Scroll Corners, circa 1850

Chinese Square Display Table with Scroll Corners, circa 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

A flourish of curves adds graceful counterpoint to this table’s square profile, each straight leg topped by decorative scroll corners. Crafted in the mid-19th century, the table is m...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Swords

Materials

Elm

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Antique Chinese Swords For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique Chinese swords for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique Chinese swords was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and elm. Antique Chinese swords have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique Chinese swords bearing Arts and Crafts or Victorian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Meissen Porcelain produced beautiful antique Chinese swords that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Chinese Swords?

Prices for antique Chinese swords start at $334 and top out at $5,880 with the average selling for $2,465.
Questions About Antique Chinese Swords
  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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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