Chinese Antique Figurines
Early 20th Century British Chinese Antique Figurines
Porcelain
17th Century Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
Sandstone
19th Century Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
19th Century Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
19th Century Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
19th Century Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
1920s European Art Deco Chinese Antique Figurines
1920s European Art Deco Chinese Antique Figurines
19th Century Chinese Antique Figurines
19th Century Chinese Antique Figurines
Jade
19th Century Chinese Antique Figurines
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
Jade
19th Century Mongolian Chinese Antique Figurines
Jade, Silver
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
Pottery
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Chinese Antique Figurines
Clay
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Chinese Antique Figurines
Porcelain
1920s Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
1920s Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
1720s Chinese Chinoiserie Chinese Antique Figurines
Pottery
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
Lapis Lazuli
18th Century Chinese Export Chinese Antique Figurines
Pottery
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Chinese Antique Figurines
Enamel
Early 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Chinese Antique Figurines
Porcelain
1920s American Expressionist Chinese Antique Figurines
Canvas
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Chinese Antique Figurines
Pottery
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Chinese Antique Figurines
Celadon
1720s Chinese Chinese Export Chinese Antique Figurines
Ceramic, Porcelain
Early 20th Century Chinese Other Chinese Antique Figurines
Ceramic
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Chinese Antique Figurines
Stoneware
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
Porcelain
Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Chinese Antique Figurines
Stone, Jade
1920s Chinese Chinese Export Chinese Antique Figurines
Porcelain
16th Century Chinese Ming Chinese Antique Figurines
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Chinese Antique Figurines
Bronze
1720s Chinese Chinoiserie Chinese Antique Figurines
Ceramic
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Chinese Export Chinese Antique Figurines
Ceramic
19th Century Chinese Qing Chinese Antique Figurines
Ceramic, Porcelain, Paint
Early 1900s Chinese Export Chinese Antique Figurines
Ceramic
Early 20th Century German Chinese Antique Figurines
Porcelain, Paint
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Chinese Export Chinese Antique Figurines
Ceramic
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
Ceramic
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
Ceramic
Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
Wood
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
Ceramic
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Chinese Antique Figurines
Pottery
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
Ceramic
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
Ceramic
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
Earthenware
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
Earthenware
16th Century Chinese Ming Chinese Antique Figurines
Wood
19th Century Chinese Chinese Antique Figurines
Gold Leaf
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Chinese Antique Figurines
Pottery
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Chinese Antique Figurines
Pottery
1890s Chinese Chinese Export Chinese Antique Figurines
Porcelain
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Chinese Antique Figurines For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much are Chinese Antique Figurines?
- What are Chinese figurines?1 Answer1stDibs 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, 2022One 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 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022One 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.
- 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 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