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Chinese Figurines Depicting a Sage and Attendant, Japanese Art by Audsley, 1884
Chinese Figurines Depicting a Sage and Attendant, Japanese Art by Audsley, 1884

Chinese Figurines Depicting a Sage and Attendant, Japanese Art by Audsley, 1884

Located in Langweer, NL

Title: Chinese Figurines Depicting a Sage and Attendant – Plate I, Section VIII Description: This captivating lithograph from Plate I of Section VIII depicts two intricately detaile...

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1880s Antique Chinese Figurines

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Paper

Large Carved and Polychrome Chinese Figurines, Emperor and Empress
Large Carved and Polychrome Chinese Figurines, Emperor and Empress

Large Carved and Polychrome Chinese Figurines, Emperor and Empress

Located in Bradenton, FL

Impressive pair of large Chinese Carved and Polychromed Figurines that depict an elegant Emperor and Emperess in refined idealization and ceremonial presence.

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Figurines

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Bone

Spectacular Copeland Spode Chelsea Fantasy Bird Bone China Figurine c 1915-20
Spectacular Copeland Spode Chelsea Fantasy Bird Bone China Figurine c 1915-20

Spectacular Copeland Spode Chelsea Fantasy Bird Bone China Figurine c 1915-20

By Copeland Spode

Located in Rothley, Leicestershire

A magnificent and eccentric bone china Chelsea Fantasy Bird by Copeland, Spode, inspired by Meissen originals The artist had free range regarding colours - resulting in this fantasti...

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Early 20th Century British Antique Chinese Figurines

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Carved Jade Foo Dog Figurine, 19th Century Qing
Antique Chinese Carved Jade Foo Dog Figurine, 19th Century Qing

Antique Chinese Carved Jade Foo Dog Figurine, 19th Century Qing

Located in Chesterland, OH

Antique Jade Carving of a Chinese Foo Dog – A Powerful Talisman of Protection & Prosperity This exquisite jade carving depicts a majestic Foo Lion (Shi) in a gracefully coiled p...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines

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Jade

Antique Nephrite Jade Hound Dog Figurine Grey-Green with Russet Highlights
Antique Nephrite Jade Hound Dog Figurine Grey-Green with Russet Highlights

Antique Nephrite Jade Hound Dog Figurine Grey-Green with Russet Highlights

Located in Chesterland, OH

A cute hand-carved hound dog in fine nephrite jade, depicted with front paws resting upon a naturalistic rock, its gaze fixed intently forward in poised anticipation. The figure’s se...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Artisan Antique Chinese Figurines

Materials

Jade

Superb Museum-Quality Late 19th Century Chinese Carved Coral Ship
Superb Museum-Quality Late 19th Century Chinese Carved Coral Ship

Superb Museum-Quality Late 19th Century Chinese Carved Coral Ship

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Superb Museum-Quality Late 19th Century Chinese Carved Coral Ship. A breathtaking masterpiece of Qing Dynasty craftsmanship, this late 19th-century Chinese carved coral ship is an ex...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines

Antique Chinese Double Overlay Glass Snuff Bottle 19c Qing
Antique Chinese Double Overlay Glass Snuff Bottle 19c Qing

Antique Chinese Double Overlay Glass Snuff Bottle 19c Qing

Located in Richmond, CA

A very fine antique double color overlay glass snuff bottle, finely carved with a qilin gazing at books and a playful foo dog with a ball, among flowing pink ribbons and clouds, rais...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines

Chinese Nephrite Jade “Buddha’s Hand” Citron Scholar’s Vessel, Late Qing Dynasty
Chinese Nephrite Jade “Buddha’s Hand” Citron Scholar’s Vessel, Late Qing Dynasty

Chinese Nephrite Jade “Buddha’s Hand” Citron Scholar’s Vessel, Late Qing Dynasty

Located in Chesterland, OH

A finely carved Chinese nephrite jade scholar’s vessel in the form of the auspicious “Buddha’s Hand” citron (佛手), dating to the Late Qing dynasty, circa 1880–1910. The elegant natur...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines

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Jade

Antique Chinese Inside Painted Glass Snuff Bottle "Yong Shoutian" Republic IPSB
Antique Chinese Inside Painted Glass Snuff Bottle "Yong Shoutian" Republic IPSB

Antique Chinese Inside Painted Glass Snuff Bottle "Yong Shoutian" Republic IPSB

Located in Richmond, CA

A large antique Chinese inside painted glass snuff bottle, finely decorated with a continuous battle scene with mounted warriors in golden armour, signed Yong Shoutian with a red sea...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines

Antique Chinese Enameled White Glass Snuff Bottle Guyuexuan Mark 20c Republic
Antique Chinese Enameled White Glass Snuff Bottle Guyuexuan Mark 20c Republic

Antique Chinese Enameled White Glass Snuff Bottle Guyuexuan Mark 20c Republic

Located in Richmond, CA

Antique Chinese enameled "wood cutter and fisherman" milk white glass snuff bottle, finely painted with a wood cutter reading a book on one side, and a fisherman on the other, with e...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines

Antique Chinese Carved Court Lady Figure Snuff Bottle 18th-19th Century Qing
Antique Chinese Carved Court Lady Figure Snuff Bottle 18th-19th Century Qing

Antique Chinese Carved Court Lady Figure Snuff Bottle 18th-19th Century Qing

Located in Richmond, CA

Antique and tastefully carved natural material Chinese snuff bottle in the form of a well dressed court lady holding a fan. The lady figure holds a peaceful and meditative smile, wit...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines

Chinese Antique Ruby Snuff Bottle, late 18th to early 19th Century
Chinese Antique Ruby Snuff Bottle, late 18th to early 19th Century

Chinese Antique Ruby Snuff Bottle, late 18th to early 19th Century

Located in Chesterland, OH

This exceptional snuff bottle exemplifies the refined lapidary art of Qing dynasty China, dating to the late 18th – early 19th century (circa 1780–1850). Carved from a single monolit...

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Late 18th Century Chinese Artisan Antique Chinese Figurines

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Ruby

Antique Chinese Inside Painted Yellow Glass Mini Snuff Bottle Republic 20c IPSB
Antique Chinese Inside Painted Yellow Glass Mini Snuff Bottle Republic 20c IPSB

Antique Chinese Inside Painted Yellow Glass Mini Snuff Bottle Republic 20c IPSB

Located in Richmond, CA

An antique Chinese inside painted yellow glass mini snuff bottle with a translucent hardstone stopper. This wonderful little bottle is inside painted with a resting bird in a tree to...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines

Antique Chinese Ruby Red Carved Glass Overlay Snuff Bottle 12 Zodiacs 19c Qing
Antique Chinese Ruby Red Carved Glass Overlay Snuff Bottle 12 Zodiacs 19c Qing

Antique Chinese Ruby Red Carved Glass Overlay Snuff Bottle 12 Zodiacs 19c Qing

Located in Richmond, CA

Antique Chinese ruby red carved glass overlay snuff bottle with 12 zodiac animals on snowstorm ground. Old repair to neck, green cabochon jade stopper and spoon 19th Century, Qing ...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines

Antique Chinese 5 Color Glass Overlay Carved Snuff Bottle 8 Treasures 19c Qing
Antique Chinese 5 Color Glass Overlay Carved Snuff Bottle 8 Treasures 19c Qing

Antique Chinese 5 Color Glass Overlay Carved Snuff Bottle 8 Treasures 19c Qing

Located in Richmond, CA

Antique Chinese multi-color (5) glass overlay snuff bottle with eight treasures finely carved in low relief in 4 colors on pale white ground 19th Century, Qing Dynasty

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines

Antique Chinese Carved Agate Cicada Pendant 19c Qing
Antique Chinese Carved Agate Cicada Pendant 19c Qing

Antique Chinese Carved Agate Cicada Pendant 19c Qing

Located in Richmond, CA

An almost life like antique Chinese carved agate cicada, with a loop between the bulging black eyes to wear as a pendant, and translucent life like wings. This bug looks like its rea...

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19th Century Antique Chinese Figurines

Antique Chinese Jadeite Recumbent Cat Pendant Turquoise Inlaid Eyes 19c Qing
Antique Chinese Jadeite Recumbent Cat Pendant Turquoise Inlaid Eyes 19c Qing

Antique Chinese Jadeite Recumbent Cat Pendant Turquoise Inlaid Eyes 19c Qing

Located in Richmond, CA

A wonderful and cute antique Chinese carved jadeite recumbent cat, comfortably nested in a matching hardwood stand. The almost fluffy looking cat's intense greenish blue eyes are inl...

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19th Century Antique Chinese Figurines

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Jade

Antique Chinese Carved Amethyst Lady Wooden Stand Early 20c ROC Republic Period
Antique Chinese Carved Amethyst Lady Wooden Stand Early 20c ROC Republic Period

Antique Chinese Carved Amethyst Lady Wooden Stand Early 20c ROC Republic Period

Located in Richmond, CA

An antique Chinese well carved amethyst lady, kneeling and holding bouquets of flowers, on a 2 tone wooden stand with carved border early 20th century, ROC Republic period

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19th Century Antique Chinese Figurines

Superb Celadon Jade Boulder Mountain
Superb Celadon Jade Boulder Mountain

Superb Celadon Jade Boulder Mountain

By Artistian Made

Located in San Diego, CA

This elongated triangular jade mountain stands on a wooden lacquer base. On the mountain, there are a total of five monkeys: two playing, one resting, and two others at the mountain’...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines

Xuejin Su 蘇學金 (b. 1869) A Dehua Guanyin - Blanc de Chine 德化音坐像 Qing Dynasty
Xuejin Su 蘇學金 (b. 1869) A Dehua Guanyin - Blanc de Chine 德化音坐像 Qing Dynasty

Xuejin Su 蘇學金 (b. 1869) A Dehua Guanyin - Blanc de Chine 德化音坐像 Qing Dynasty

Located in Galveston, TX

Su, Xuejin (1869 - 1919) A Dehua Guanyin, 19th Century Late Qing Dynasty, Guangxu Reign (1875-1908) Guanyin is modeled in lalitasana pose atop tidal rocks, carrying the legendary Pe...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Artist Antique Chinese Figurines

Green Jade Paperweight with Water Dropper, 19th Century
Green Jade Paperweight with Water Dropper, 19th Century

Green Jade Paperweight with Water Dropper, 19th Century

By Artistian Made

Located in San Diego, CA

This 19th Century green jade paperweight with a water dropper, 碧玉元宝水盂镇纸, features a yuanbao 元宝 shaped water dropper at the center, with rectangular spiral 回纹 patterns decorating the ...

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19th Century Chinese Artisan Antique Chinese Figurines

White Jade Three-Legged Toad with Leaves and Fruit
White Jade Three-Legged Toad with Leaves and Fruit

White Jade Three-Legged Toad with Leaves and Fruit

By Artistian Made

Located in San Diego, CA

A pale, greyish-white jade three-legged toad is depicted in a crouching position on leaves and fruits. The toad has bulging eyes, finely-detailed eyebrow hair, a small nose, and a wi...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines

Jade sculpture depicting a Fo Dog
Jade sculpture depicting a Fo Dog

Jade sculpture depicting a Fo Dog

Located in BARI, IT

Undergrowth green color jade sculpture depicting a Fo dog. It rests on a shaped wooden base. The sculpture consists of only two jade blocks, the head and body, with a total weight of...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines

Materials

Jade

Chinese Unusual Song Dynasty Style Cizhou Pottery Figure, 18th Century
Chinese Unusual Song Dynasty Style Cizhou Pottery Figure, 18th Century

Chinese Unusual Song Dynasty Style Cizhou Pottery Figure, 18th Century

Located in Beograd, RS

Estimated to be made in the 18th century in China. Figurine is in good antique condition. When purchased the figurine will be carefully wrapped up and packed in a way to avoid any ...

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18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Figurines

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Ceramic

Chinese Unusual Song Dynasty Style Cizhou Pottery Figure, 18th Century
Chinese Unusual Song Dynasty Style Cizhou Pottery Figure, 18th Century

Chinese Unusual Song Dynasty Style Cizhou Pottery Figure, 18th Century

Located in Beograd, RS

Estimated to be made in the 18th century in China. Figurine is in good antique condition. When purchased the figurine will be carefully wrapped up and packed in a way to avoid any ...

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18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Figurines

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Ceramic

Early 20th century Pair of Chinese Porcelain Sculpture, 1900s
Early 20th century Pair of Chinese Porcelain Sculpture, 1900s

Early 20th century Pair of Chinese Porcelain Sculpture, 1900s

Located in LEGNY, FR

Elegant pair of Emperor and Empress porcelain figures from the Qing Dynasty, dating from the early 20th century. These two large Chinese figurines depict an imperial dignitary and h...

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Early 1900s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Figurines

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Porcelain

Early 20th century Chinese Porcelain Figurine, 1920s
Early 20th century Chinese Porcelain Figurine, 1920s

Early 20th century Chinese Porcelain Figurine, 1920s

Located in LEGNY, FR

Elegant Chinese porcelain figurine depicting an imperial dignitary, dating from the early 20th century.

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1920s Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines

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Porcelain

Antique Porcelain Figurine of Guanyin, China 19th Century
Antique Porcelain Figurine of Guanyin, China 19th Century

Antique Porcelain Figurine of Guanyin, China 19th Century

Located in Beograd, RS

It is estimated to have been made in the 19th century. In China. The figurine is in a very good condition.

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Figurines

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Porcelain

Early 20th-Century Antique Chinese Erotic Porcelain Figurine
Early 20th-Century Antique Chinese Erotic Porcelain Figurine

Early 20th-Century Antique Chinese Erotic Porcelain Figurine

Located in Pomona, CA

These "spring palace paintings" (春宫畫), Chinese erotic porcelain figurine were historically given to brides and young couples, sometimes as a form of "sex education" in a culture wher...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Figurines

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Porcelain

Early 20th-Century Antique Chinese Erotic Porcelain Figurine
Early 20th-Century Antique Chinese Erotic Porcelain Figurine

Early 20th-Century Antique Chinese Erotic Porcelain Figurine

Located in Pomona, CA

These "spring palace paintings" (春宫畫), Chinese erotic porcelain figurine were historically given to brides and young couples, sometimes as a form of "sex education" in a culture wher...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Figurines

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Porcelain

Han Dynasty, Antique Chinese Pottery Attendant Figurine
Han Dynasty, Antique Chinese Pottery Attendant Figurine

Han Dynasty, Antique Chinese Pottery Attendant Figurine

Located in Sampantawong, TH

Chinese pottery attendant figurine. Age: China, Han Dynasty, 206 B.C. - A.D. 220 Size: Height 22 C.M. / Width 12 C.M.

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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines

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Pottery

Early 20th Century Turquoise Chinese Porcelain Goose Figurine
Early 20th Century Turquoise Chinese Porcelain Goose Figurine

Early 20th Century Turquoise Chinese Porcelain Goose Figurine

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Early 20th century Chinese porcelain goose figure. Late Qing dynasty. Very well modeled turquoise goose on integral aubergine base - note the webbing and feather ends. Impressed Chin...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Figurines

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Porcelain

c. 1891-1911 Chinese Fisherman Mud Man Pottery Figurine
c. 1891-1911 Chinese Fisherman Mud Man Pottery Figurine

c. 1891-1911 Chinese Fisherman Mud Man Pottery Figurine

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Chinese old fisherman mud man pottery figure, circa 1891-1911. Impressed "China" on the bottom. Likely a World's Fair souvenir era piece. He is seated with a fish in his lap in yello...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Figurines

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Pottery

Antique Chinese Cloisonné Enameled Guanyin Sculpture Figurine, Strong Museum
Antique Chinese Cloisonné Enameled Guanyin Sculpture Figurine, Strong Museum

Antique Chinese Cloisonné Enameled Guanyin Sculpture Figurine, Strong Museum

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Antique Chinese cloisonné enameled and carved Guanyin, or Quan Yin, sculpture or figurine features carved face and hair and finely detailed multi-colored enameled dress.

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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Figurines

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Brass, Bronze

Monumental Pair of Chinese Qing Cloisonne Enamel Cranes Figurines
Monumental Pair of Chinese Qing Cloisonne Enamel Cranes Figurines

Monumental Pair of Chinese Qing Cloisonne Enamel Cranes Figurines

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of large antique Chinese cloisonne enamel crane figurines with long necks and legs.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines

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Enamel

Antique hand-carved deer figurine in agate stone, China 19th Century
Antique hand-carved deer figurine in agate stone, China 19th Century

Antique hand-carved deer figurine in agate stone, China 19th Century

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find an antique hand-carved figurine in agate, depicting a deer or a similar animal. These types of mixed-tone agate carvings were especially popular in the ...

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Figurines

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Agate

Antique Early 20th Century Chinese Carved Lapis Lazuli Horse Figurine
Antique Early 20th Century Chinese Carved Lapis Lazuli Horse Figurine

Antique Early 20th Century Chinese Carved Lapis Lazuli Horse Figurine

Located in Braintree, GB

Antique early 20th century Chinese carved lapis lazuli figurine, featuring a recumbent pose with a wood base stand.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines

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Lapis Lazuli

"Blanc de Chine" Porcelain figurine of flutist musicians - China - Qing 19th
"Blanc de Chine" Porcelain figurine of flutist musicians - China - Qing 19th

"Blanc de Chine" Porcelain figurine of flutist musicians - China - Qing 19th

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Very beautiful statuette in white Dehua porcelain, called "blanc de Chine" representing a master, an ancient sage, probably a music teacher, and his pupil flutist, on an oval base. ...

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Figurines

Materials

Porcelain

Unusual Chinese Turquoise Pair of Large Headed Cat Figurines
Unusual Chinese Turquoise Pair of Large Headed Cat Figurines

Unusual Chinese Turquoise Pair of Large Headed Cat Figurines

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

What sets this pair apart is their distinctively oversized heads, a rare variation not commonly seen compared to the more typical proportions of similar feline figurines from the per...

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Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Figurines

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Porcelain

Pair of Mid-19th Century/Qing Dinasty of Enameled Chinese Porcelain Figurines
Pair of Mid-19th Century/Qing Dinasty of Enameled Chinese Porcelain Figurines

Pair of Mid-19th Century/Qing Dinasty of Enameled Chinese Porcelain Figurines

Located in North Miami, FL

Pair of Mid-19th century/Qing dinasty enameled chinese porcelain figurines depicting a laughing boy kneeling and another lying down By: unknown Material: porcelain, ceramic, enamel...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Figurines

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Enamel

Antique Famille Rose Porcelain Immortal Figurine Sculpture, 19th Century
Antique Famille Rose Porcelain Immortal Figurine Sculpture, 19th Century

Antique Famille Rose Porcelain Immortal Figurine Sculpture, 19th Century

Located in Beograd, RS

This and similar figures are often identified as one of the Eight Immortals (Ba Xian) from Chinese mythology. Made in China in the 19th Century.

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Figurines

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Ceramic

Ivan Olinsky, Still Life w/ Chinese Porcelain Figurine & Fruits, O/C Painting, C
Ivan Olinsky, Still Life w/ Chinese Porcelain Figurine & Fruits, O/C Painting, C

Ivan Olinsky, Still Life w/ Chinese Porcelain Figurine & Fruits, O/C Painting, C

By Ivan Grigorievich Olinsky

Located in New York, NY

Artist: Ivan Grigorewitch Olinsky (Russian-American, 1878 1962) Subject: Still life w/ Chinese porcelain figurine & fruits Period: 1920’s Medium: Oil on canvas, framed Signature:...

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1920s American Expressionist Antique Chinese Figurines

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Canvas

Tomb Lady in Waiting Figurine Han Dynasty
Tomb Lady in Waiting Figurine Han Dynasty

Tomb Lady in Waiting Figurine Han Dynasty

Located in Atlanta, GA

On offer is a pottery figurine of lady in waiting, found in the tombs as funeral objects in Han dynasty of China.

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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Antique Chinese Figurines

Materials

Pottery

Asian Male and Female Lounging Figurines, a Pair
Asian Male and Female Lounging Figurines, a Pair

Asian Male and Female Lounging Figurines, a Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of antique Asian male and female figurines laying on their beds. Nice ceramic with beautiful colors. Add them to your Asian inspired interiors and table tops.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Other Antique Chinese Figurines

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Ceramic

Asian Hand Carved Buddha Coral Figurine from the Qinq Dynasty
Asian Hand Carved Buddha Coral Figurine from the Qinq Dynasty

Asian Hand Carved Buddha Coral Figurine from the Qinq Dynasty

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Qing Dynasty Hand Carved Asian Buddha Coral Figurine Beautiful coral carving of Buddha reclining on a trunk, with perfectly executed details. Measures: Height: 9.5 centimeters Length...

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Figurines

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Coral

Chinese Export Porcelain Turquoise Cats
Chinese Export Porcelain Turquoise Cats

Chinese Export Porcelain Turquoise Cats

Located in Downingtown, PA

Historical Context: The Export of Chinese Animal Figurines (Early 20th Century) Turquoise Glaze and Decorative Wares: The use of bright, single-color glazes, particularly turquoise,...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Figurines

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Porcelain

Early 20th-C. Asian Bronze Food Dogs or Lions Figurines, Pair
Early 20th-C. Asian Bronze Food Dogs or Lions Figurines, Pair

Early 20th-C. Asian Bronze Food Dogs or Lions Figurines, Pair

Located in Kennesaw, GA

These are a pair of early 20th century Chinese bronze foo dogs. They are a heavy casting and in very good condition.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Figurines

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Bronze

19th Century/Qing Dinasty Glazed Hand-Painted Porcelain Man and Dog Figurine
19th Century/Qing Dinasty Glazed Hand-Painted Porcelain Man and Dog Figurine

19th Century/Qing Dinasty Glazed Hand-Painted Porcelain Man and Dog Figurine

Located in North Miami, FL

19th Century/Qing Dinasty hand-painted glazed porcelain sitting man with scarf and dog figurine By: unknown Material: ceramic, porcelain, paint Technique: pressed, molded, painted, ...

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Figurines

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Ceramic, Porcelain, Paint

Chinese Ming Dynasty Terracotta Court Official Statuette, Original Polychromy
Chinese Ming Dynasty Terracotta Court Official Statuette, Original Polychromy

Chinese Ming Dynasty Terracotta Court Official Statuette, Original Polychromy

Located in Yonkers, NY

A petite Chinese Ming dynasty green glazed terracotta court official figurine from the 15th or 16th century, with original polychromy.

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16th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Figurines

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Terracotta

Collection of Three Pig in Pot Lucky Charm Figurines Antique German 1900s
Collection of Three Pig in Pot Lucky Charm Figurines Antique German 1900s

Collection of Three Pig in Pot Lucky Charm Figurines Antique German 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A beautiful collection of golden pig lucky charm figurines. Made from china porcelain. Such items are given away as good luck charms on New Year's Eve.

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Early 20th Century Austrian Folk Art Antique Chinese Figurines

Materials

Composition, Metal

Late Ming Era Documented Glazed Pottery Horse
Late Ming Era Documented Glazed Pottery Horse

Late Ming Era Documented Glazed Pottery Horse

Located in Kastrup, DK

An elegant Chinese Ming dynasty pottery figurine depicting a horse in a standing pose with polychrome finish (aubergine, light brown and green).

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17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Figurines

Materials

Pottery

Two Large Seated Meissen Porcelain Wiggling Pagodas, By J.J. Kaendler, Ca 1840
Two Large Seated Meissen Porcelain Wiggling Pagodas, By J.J. Kaendler, Ca 1840

Two Large Seated Meissen Porcelain Wiggling Pagodas, By J.J. Kaendler, Ca 1840

By Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kaendler

Located in Vienna, AT

The Meissen manufactory's fondness for Chinese art is particularly evident in its extraordinary porcelain figurines of seated Chinese figures.

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1840s German Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Figurines

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Porcelain

Antique Old Paris / Vieux Porcelain Figural Chinoiserie Centerpiece
Antique Old Paris / Vieux Porcelain Figural Chinoiserie Centerpiece

Antique Old Paris / Vieux Porcelain Figural Chinoiserie Centerpiece

By Paul Hannong, Jacob Petit, Herend

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Cast with numerous open sockets throughout that hold figurines depicting various Chinese characters and a pagoda.

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19th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Figurines

Materials

Porcelain

Gerhard Schliepstein for Rosenthal, Lady with Dog
Gerhard Schliepstein for Rosenthal, Lady with Dog

Gerhard Schliepstein for Rosenthal, Lady with Dog

By Gerhard Schliepstein, Rosenthal

Located in Brussels, BE

White china figurine designed by the German sculptor Gerhard Schliepstein (1886-1963) for Rosenthal, Germany.

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1920s German Art Deco Antique Chinese Figurines

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Pair of Carved Emerald Parrots
Antique Pair of Carved Emerald Parrots

Antique Pair of Carved Emerald Parrots

Located in Sale, Cheshire

An astounding pair of carved emerald birds dating from the turn of the 20th Century, circa 1900. They weigh 167 carats in total, and quality of the carving is quite remarkable. Each ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Victorian Antique Chinese Figurines

Materials

Emerald

Early to Mid-20th Century Chinese Bronze Figurine of Mounted Warrior Guan Yu
Early to Mid-20th Century Chinese Bronze Figurine of Mounted Warrior Guan Yu

Early to Mid-20th Century Chinese Bronze Figurine of Mounted Warrior Guan Yu

Located in Tonbridge, Kent

Early to Mid-20th Century Chinese Bronze Figurine of Mounted Warrior Guan Yu on Bespoke Wooden Stand Description: Presenting an exquisite early to mid-20th century Chinese bronze fi...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Figurines

Materials

Bronze

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There is a range of antique Chinese figurines for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique Chinese figurines was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, porcelain and wood. Antique Chinese figurines have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century.

How Much are Antique Chinese Figurines?

Prices for antique Chinese figurines start at $428 and top out at $7,731 with the average selling for $1,850.
Questions About Antique Chinese Figurines
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2020

    Chinese figurative sculptures vary widely depending on the medium and intended use. Ornate Buddhist figures assisted ritual meditation, wooden ancestor figures embodied the lingering spirit of a relative, ceramic mingqi burial figures accompanied one’s spirit in the afterlife, and decorative export sculptures presented an idealized version of Chinese culture and beauty.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    One type of Chinese figurines that is quite popular is shekwan or mudware. These small handmade figurines are often called mudmen and are, not surprisingly, crafted out of mud. In the early 1950s, a new era of mudman figurines began but these are not made individually and by hand. On 1stDibs, find authentic shekwan pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    Most figurines just need a light dusting every once in a while. For a deeper cleaning to remove residue (such as nicotine or adhesives), try soaking in warm soapy water and gently washing with a soft cloth.

  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    Chinese figurines come in all shapes and sizes. Most figures measure between 4” and 18” tall, with some being as small as 1” in height or as large as 36” (or more) in height

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell if a figurine is antique, look on the base, bottom or back for maker's markings. You can cross-reference these marks with information published by trusted online resources to determine who made your piece. Then, you can conduct additional research to determine when the maker produced similar figurines. If your figurine is 100 or more years old, it is considered an antique. For assistance with dating, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a wide range of antique figurines on 1stDibs.
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    One thing to look for in an antique porcelain figure is to look for the maker’s mark, usually found on the bottom of the piece. The porcelain figure will also have a delicate fragile quality to it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique porcelain figures from some of the world’s top sellers.
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    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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    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
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    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.