Antique Dzi Bead
19th Century Tibetan Artisan Antique Dzi Bead
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
19th Century Antique Dzi Bead
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19th Century Antique Dzi Bead
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Dzi Bead
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19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Dzi Bead
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Dzi Bead
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Dzi Bead
Agate
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Dzi Bead
Agate
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Dzi Bead
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Dzi Bead
Agate
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Dzi Bead
Agate
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Dzi Bead
Agate
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Dzi Bead
Agate
Early 20th Century Tibetan Chinese Export Antique Dzi Bead
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Dzi Bead
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Chinese Export Antique Dzi Bead
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Dzi Bead
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20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Dzi Bead
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Dzi Bead
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Dzi Bead
Copper
20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Dzi Bead
Agate
Early 1900s Anglo-Indian Antique Dzi Bead
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Dzi Bead
Brass
Mid-19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Dzi Bead
Brass
15th Century and Earlier Asian Antique Dzi Bead
Agate, Carnelian
1950s Italian Retro Antique Dzi Bead
Coral
17th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Dzi Bead
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20th Century Asian Retro Antique Dzi Bead
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20th Century Asian Retro Antique Dzi Bead
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15th Century and Earlier European Antique Dzi Bead
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Finding the Right Asian-art-furniture for You
From Japanese handmade earthenware pottery, originating circa 14,500 B.C. and adorned with elaborate corded patterns known as jōmon, to natural elm case pieces and storage cabinets built in Qing dynasty–era China to mid-century Thai rice-paper charcoal rubbings, antique and vintage Asian art and furniture make for wonderful additions to all kinds of contemporary interiors.
Eastern elements elevate any home’s decor. Introduce zen sensibility to your living room, dining room and bedroom with the neutral color palettes and the natural materials such as rattan, bamboo and elm that we typically associate with traditional Asian furniture. Decorative handwoven embroideries and textiles originating from India and elsewhere on the continent, which can be draped over a bed or sofa or used as a wall hanging, can be as practical as they are functional, just as you wouldn’t seek out Japanese room-divider screens — often decorated with paintings but constructed to be lightweight and mobile — merely for privacy.
With everything from blanket chests to lighting fixtures to sculptures and carvings, it’s easy to tastefully bring serenity to your living space by looking to the treasures for which the East has long been known.
For British-born furniture designer Andrianna Shamaris, the Japanese concept of beauty in imperfection isn’t limited to her Wabi Sabi collection. She embraces it in her New York City apartment as well. In the living area, for instance, she retained the fireplace’s original black marble while swathing its frame and the rest of the room in bright white.
“We left the fireplace very clean and wabi-sabi, so that it blended into the wall,” says Shamaris, who further appointed the space with a hand-carved antique daybed whose plush pillows are upholstered in antique textiles from the Indonesian island of Sumba.
In the growing antique and vintage Asian art and furniture collection on 1stDibs, find ceramics from China, antiquities from Cambodia and a vast range of tables, seating, dining chairs and other items from Japan, India and other countries.
- Are dzi beads natural?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, dzi beads come from natural materials. Often, artisans produce them out of agate and other types of stone. However, some modern replicas may feature resin construction. You'll find a range of dzi beads from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Where do dzi beads come from?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Made from dzi agate or carnelian, dzi beads can be found in Central Asia, specifically Nepal, Tibet and India. The beads were worn by Tibetan chiefs, who were often cremated with them after death. You’ll find a variety of dzi bead products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if dzi beads are real, inspect the surface of the bead. The pattern on real dzi beads is not surface level and should not look like it was painted on, nor can it be scratched off. Shop a selection of expertly vetted dzi beads on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Identifying an antique bead is a careful art. First inspect the bead for any seams that could indicate it was molded in a contemporary fashion. Antique beads tend to have a larger center hole. Inspect the bead for signs of natural age. An expert can help you confirm the approximate age of your bead. Shop a range of antique beads from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell if a beaded purse is an antique, first look at the frame. Antiques will usually have die-stamped frames, so you should be able to see the pattern on both sides of the metal. The frame is typically cast with newer bags, resulting in the pattern only being on one side. Next, examine the clasps. If your bag is antique, you should be able to detect a gap or seam where the maker soldered on the clasp, while a newer reproduction will frequently have a one-piece clasp and frame with no seams. Finally, look at the interior lining. Antique purses often have a ribbon sewn onto the seam where the lining meets the frame, but this detail will usually not be present on a reproduction. If you have doubts about your bag's age, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of beaded bags.
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