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Early 20th Century Chinese Red Lacquer Decorated Box
Early 20th Century Chinese Red Lacquer Decorated Box

Early 20th Century Chinese Red Lacquer Decorated Box

Located in San Francisco, CA

Inside top of the lid having Chinese characters, probably a merchants name. Great as a small jewelry box or for a collection, (Watches?).

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Chinese Export Silver Bowl
Chinese Export Silver Bowl

Chinese Export Silver Bowl

$5,399

H 3.7 in Dm 7.24 in

Chinese Export Silver Bowl

By Wang Hing & Co.

Located in London, GB

The bowl is marked WH for the retailer Wang Hing; a 90 which is sometimes used as an indication of the purity of the silver; and a Chinese character mark of ‘巧珍’ showing the name of ...

Category

Antique 1890s Chinese Chinese Export Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Large and Impressive  Chinese Export Reverse Painting of Women in Exotic Setting
Large and Impressive  Chinese Export Reverse Painting of Women in Exotic Setting

Large and Impressive Chinese Export Reverse Painting of Women in Exotic Setting

Located in San Francisco, CA

The subjects are a group of women in a dreamlike interior and exterior environment. Signed with Chinese characters lower left. Circa 1900.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass, Paint

Mid-Century Chinese Black & Gold Cloisonné 'Good Luck' Circular Table Box
Mid-Century Chinese Black & Gold Cloisonné 'Good Luck' Circular Table Box

Mid-Century Chinese Black & Gold Cloisonné 'Good Luck' Circular Table Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The tall circular box of exceptional quality, The conforming removable lid enameled with the Chinese character for 'Happiness' A stately piece, its an unusual example in black cloiso...

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Small Chinese Export Silver Dessert Fork, Marked KH, Early 20th Century, China
Small Chinese Export Silver Dessert Fork, Marked KH, Early 20th Century, China

Small Chinese Export Silver Dessert Fork, Marked KH, Early 20th Century, China

Located in Austin, TX

The handle crafted with a bamboo pattern terminating in a round medallion with a "Fu" character, meaning fortune. The back marked "KH" and with the Chinese characters "Bai Xi".

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

Materials

Silver

Chinese Tobacco Water Pipe, c. 1900
Chinese Tobacco Water Pipe, c. 1900

Chinese Tobacco Water Pipe, c. 1900

$400

H 27 in W 8 in D 4 in

Chinese Tobacco Water Pipe, c. 1900

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

The hinged compartment is where the tobacco would be placed for smoking. This pipe features Chinese character engravings on the lid. This pipe works in much the same way as a Shisha ...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Metalwork

Materials

Brass

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

Very well modeled turquoise goose on integral aubergine base - note the webbing and feather ends. Impressed China mark with Chinese characters above it. Tiniest chip on the underside...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

14k MCM Round Chinese "Longevity" Cufflinks Circle Cut Men's Cufflinks, Pair
14k MCM Round Chinese "Longevity" Cufflinks Circle Cut Men's Cufflinks, Pair

14k MCM Round Chinese "Longevity" Cufflinks Circle Cut Men's Cufflinks, Pair

$870Sale Price / set|40% Off

H 0.75 in W 0.75 in D 0.75 in

14k MCM Round Chinese "Longevity" Cufflinks Circle Cut Men's Cufflinks, Pair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

A pair of vintage 14Kt yellow gold circular cuff-links cut out with the Chinese character symbol for longevity. Measurements: .75" Tall X .75" Wide X .75" Deep 6.65g 14K Gold Unit...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Red on White Chinese Teacup
Red on White Chinese Teacup

Red on White Chinese Teacup

$148

H 2.5 in Dm 3.25 in

Red on White Chinese Teacup

Located in Chicago, IL

Wrapped around the center of the bowl are various stamped patterns of Chinese characters atop a white glaze. The underside of the tea cup is finished with a stamped maker’s mark.

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

14k Yellow Gold Jade Chinese Fu Good Luck Happiness Fortune Cufflinks 8.2g
14k Yellow Gold Jade Chinese Fu Good Luck Happiness Fortune Cufflinks 8.2g

14k Yellow Gold Jade Chinese Fu Good Luck Happiness Fortune Cufflinks 8.2g

$1,050Sale Price|30% Off

H 0.5 in W 0.5 in D 0.875 in

14k Yellow Gold Jade Chinese Fu Good Luck Happiness Fortune Cufflinks 8.2g

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage pair of oval 14k gold cufflinks featuring green jade cabochons and the Chinese character for "Fu" (福), which symbolizes good luck, happiness, and fortune.

Category

20th Century Chinoiserie Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Large Chinese Blue Grey Pottery Table Lamps
Large Chinese Blue Grey Pottery Table Lamps

Large Chinese Blue Grey Pottery Table Lamps

Located in Sheffield, MA

Highly decorative over-size stunning blue and white Asian style ginger jar lamp featuring a blue and white body with Chinese characters and decorative fish details. Including blue Be...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Signboard with Gold Coloured Calligraphy & Hanging Hook from Hardwood
Chinese Signboard with Gold Coloured Calligraphy & Hanging Hook from Hardwood

Chinese Signboard with Gold Coloured Calligraphy & Hanging Hook from Hardwood

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

With a wood coloured base this signboard (crafted entirely from wood) highlights 3 large gold coloured Chinese Characters. The signboard dates to the Mid-20th Century and has aged be...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Signs

Materials

Wood, Paint

Chinese Antique Carved "Long Life" Wedding Marriage Chest, 19thc.
Chinese Antique Carved "Long Life" Wedding Marriage Chest, 19thc.

Chinese Antique Carved "Long Life" Wedding Marriage Chest, 19thc.

Located in South Burlington, VT

A long life wedding marriage chest In Chinese Mandaran, the symbol "Shou" a Chinese character ,signifies longevity and may frequently be found as decoration. it is this character...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Runner
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Runner

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Runner

Located in Chicago, IL

In China, the Shou character and Bats symbolize Good Fortune.

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Asian Cast Character Sliding Box
Vintage Asian Cast Character Sliding Box

Vintage Asian Cast Character Sliding Box

$295

H 6 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in

Vintage Asian Cast Character Sliding Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The piece features a heavy, cast metal sculpture of a seated Asian scholar or merchant, holding a small chest adorned with the Chinese character for "Good Fortune" (Fu). The metal bo...

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Brutalist Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Chinese Porcelain Hand Painted Goldfish Motif Vases
Pair of Chinese Porcelain Hand Painted Goldfish Motif Vases

Pair of Chinese Porcelain Hand Painted Goldfish Motif Vases

$1,480Sale Price|20% Off

H 12 in Dm 5.5 in

Pair of Chinese Porcelain Hand Painted Goldfish Motif Vases

Located in Chicago, IL

The bottoms are adorned with Chinese characters that signify the reign and region that these were made.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Study of Pomegranate Branch Signed Watercolour Painting
Chinese Study of Pomegranate Branch Signed Watercolour Painting

Chinese Study of Pomegranate Branch Signed Watercolour Painting

Located in New York, NY

This symbolism is a pun on the Chinese character ? (zi) which, as well as meaning seed, also means "offspring", thus a fruit containing so many seeds is a sign of fecundity.  

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings

Materials

Paper

Chinese Signboard with Red Coloured Calligraphy from Hardwood, C. 1900
Chinese Signboard with Red Coloured Calligraphy from Hardwood, C. 1900

Chinese Signboard with Red Coloured Calligraphy from Hardwood, C. 1900

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

With a wood coloured base this signboard (crafted entirely from wood) highlights two large red coloured Chinese Characters. The signboard dates to the early 20th Century and has aged...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Signs

Materials

Wood, Paint

Chinese Green Glazed Condiment Pot, c. 1800
Chinese Green Glazed Condiment Pot, c. 1800

Chinese Green Glazed Condiment Pot, c. 1800

$480

H 5.5 in W 5.75 in D 3.75 in

Chinese Green Glazed Condiment Pot, c. 1800

Located in Chicago, IL

Intended for everyday use, the small pot has been engraved with small Chinese characters the owner's name or place of business.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware

Antique Korean Trunk Chest or Box circa 1920s with Luck and Longevity Characters
Antique Korean Trunk Chest or Box circa 1920s with Luck and Longevity Characters

Antique Korean Trunk Chest or Box circa 1920s with Luck and Longevity Characters

Located in Topeka, KS

Handsome antique Korean trunk or chest with beautiful brass details and the auspicious Chinese characters for luck and longevity carved into the front.

Category

Early 20th Century Korean Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Rug Doris Leslie Blau
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Rug Doris Leslie Blau

Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Rug Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

Faint patina and gentle wear evoke its near-century-long journey while enhancing its vintage character. This Chinese Art Deco rug offers a rare balance between cultural heritage and...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Chinese Export Silver Openwork Dragon Bowl by Wang Hing & Co, Hong Kong, 1890
Chinese Export Silver Openwork Dragon Bowl by Wang Hing & Co, Hong Kong, 1890

Chinese Export Silver Openwork Dragon Bowl by Wang Hing & Co, Hong Kong, 1890

By Wang Hing & Co.

Located in Sarasota, FL

The bowl is marked on the bottom with a Chinese character, "90" for silver purity, and "WH" for Wang Hing and Co.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

Materials

Silver

XIANG TIAN - 'Relaxing' - Vintage Watercolor Painting - Signed - China - 20th C.
XIANG TIAN - 'Relaxing' - Vintage Watercolor Painting - Signed - China - 20th C.

XIANG TIAN - 'Relaxing' - Vintage Watercolor Painting - Signed - China - 20th C.

Located in Chatham, ON

XIANG TIAN - 'Relaxing' - Vintage watercolor painting on paper - nice quality and composition - signed with a single red chop mark and Chinese characters (upper left) - signed and ti...

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paint, Paper

Large Antique Chinese Export Silver Enamel Peacock Buckle Floral Motifs Signed
Large Antique Chinese Export Silver Enamel Peacock Buckle Floral Motifs Signed

Large Antique Chinese Export Silver Enamel Peacock Buckle Floral Motifs Signed

Located in Monroe Township, NJ

The reverse bears what appears to be a Chinese character mark or workshop mark. The buckle retains its original two-prong fastening mechanism.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Chinese Wooden Screen with Reverse Glass Painted Panels
Chinese Wooden Screen with Reverse Glass Painted Panels

Chinese Wooden Screen with Reverse Glass Painted Panels

$10,124

H 36.62 in W 59.06 in D 0.79 in

Chinese Wooden Screen with Reverse Glass Painted Panels

Located in London, GB

In the lower sections, these vines have bird-like heads, and are centered on Chinese characters. The upper section of the screen features six beautiful reverse glass paintings, t...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Wood, Glass

Antique Chinese Tabriz Rug Hotel Lobby Size Carpet
Antique Chinese Tabriz Rug Hotel Lobby Size Carpet

Antique Chinese Tabriz Rug Hotel Lobby Size Carpet

$66,000Sale Price|20% Off

W 162 in L 348 in

Antique Chinese Tabriz Rug Hotel Lobby Size Carpet

Located in Dallas, TX

With its rich architectural details and Persian-inspired charm, this antique Chinese rug emanates so much character and will boost the coziness factor in nearly any space.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Tabriz Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Chinese Export Silver Openwork Bowl by Wan Hing & Co, Hong Kong, 1890
Chinese Export Silver Openwork Bowl by Wan Hing & Co, Hong Kong, 1890

Chinese Export Silver Openwork Bowl by Wan Hing & Co, Hong Kong, 1890

By Wang Hing & Co.

Located in Sarasota, FL

The bowl is marked on the bottom with a Chinese character, "90" for silver purity, and " WH" for Wang Hing and Co.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

Materials

Silver

Lacquer and Gilding Painting with Chinese Decors. French work. Circa 1970
Lacquer and Gilding Painting with Chinese Decors. French work. Circa 1970

Lacquer and Gilding Painting with Chinese Decors. French work. Circa 1970

$3,729Sale Price|33% Off

H 24.02 in W 51.78 in D 1.11 in

Lacquer and Gilding Painting with Chinese Decors. French work. Circa 1970

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

The painting represents Chinese characters, one of them riding a dragon. The scene is surrounded by stylized floral motifs and Chinese inscriptions.

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Lacquer

Antique Chinese Ormolu Bowl Produced for Export to Islamic Market
Antique Chinese Ormolu Bowl Produced for Export to Islamic Market

Antique Chinese Ormolu Bowl Produced for Export to Islamic Market

Located in London, GB

The bowl is adorned to the front and back with embossed cartouches containing Arabic script, demonstrating that the piece was produced in China for export to an Islamic market. The b...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

Materials

Ormolu

Vintage Chinese Silver and Enamel Bell Necklace
Vintage Chinese Silver and Enamel Bell Necklace

Vintage Chinese Silver and Enamel Bell Necklace

Located in New York, NY

The back of the pendant bears Chinese character marks. A beautifully detailed vintage example of Chinese enamel work combining symbolic imagery, colorful craftsmanship, and dramatic ...

Category

Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Chinese Export Chinoiserie Blue & White Foo Dog Tea Caddy 9"
Chinese Export Chinoiserie Blue & White Foo Dog Tea Caddy 9"

Chinese Export Chinoiserie Blue & White Foo Dog Tea Caddy 9"

$199Sale Price|30% Off

H 8.75 in W 6 in D 3.25 in

Chinese Export Chinoiserie Blue & White Foo Dog Tea Caddy 9"

Located in Dayton, OH

Chinese character translation: 天仙配婚 Tiānxiān Pèihūn which refers to the famous Chinese folktale The Celestial Fairy's Marriage or The Fairy Couple & 七女送子 Seven Daughters Sending Off ...

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Jars

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Rug, 8.7 x 6 ft, 1920s, Beige and Navy
Antique Chinese Rug, 8.7 x 6 ft, 1920s, Beige and Navy

Antique Chinese Rug, 8.7 x 6 ft, 1920s, Beige and Navy

Located in North Bergen, NJ

The open composition is decorated with delicate floral elements and traditional vase motifs, creating a calm and balanced design typical of early Chinese carpets. The restrained use ...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Chinese Porcelain Insect Vase with Red Leaves
Antique Chinese Porcelain Insect Vase with Red Leaves

Antique Chinese Porcelain Insect Vase with Red Leaves

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Chinese characters tell a store on the side and bottom Additional information: Materials: Paint, Porcelain Color: Red Period: 19th Century Styles: Chinese Item Type: Vintage...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Export Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Early 20th Century Handmade Chinese Ningxia Square Throw Rug
Early 20th Century Handmade Chinese Ningxia Square Throw Rug

Early 20th Century Handmade Chinese Ningxia Square Throw Rug

Located in New York, NY

The Art Deco period between the two World Wars saw a distinctive carpet industry developing in Tientsin (Tianjin) in northeastern China. These are highly prized for their transitiona...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Chinese Cast Iron Longevity Mortar
Chinese Cast Iron Longevity Mortar

Chinese Cast Iron Longevity Mortar

Located in Chicago, IL

The swelling shape allowed free movement of a pestle to effectively grind, mash, and macerate herbs and seeds in preparation of healing remedies. Among the Chinese characters cast in...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Iron

Handheld Chinese Mooncake Mold, c. 1900
Handheld Chinese Mooncake Mold, c. 1900

Handheld Chinese Mooncake Mold, c. 1900

$48

H 1.5 in W 6.75 in D 3 in

Handheld Chinese Mooncake Mold, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

The mold is carved in relief with the Chinese character for "double happiness," a traditional symbol of marriage and conjugal bliss.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Wood

Chinese Footed Stone Basin, c. 1900
Chinese Footed Stone Basin, c. 1900

Chinese Footed Stone Basin, c. 1900

$980

H 11 in W 18.5 in D 11.5 in

Chinese Footed Stone Basin, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

We love the gentle curve of the basin's top edge and the central panel of faintly etched Chinese characters. The basin has aged beautifully over time and today could be used as an el...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Limestone

Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Kiddush Goblet
Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Kiddush Goblet

Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Kiddush Goblet

Located in New York, NY

Bearing cartouche in the middle of the cup. Hallmarked with Chinese characters. Kiddush Goblet is a ceremonial vessel to hold wine for the blessing said at Shabbat and Jewish holiday...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Religious Items

Materials

Silver

1890s Red Medallion Shou Antique Chinese Mongolia Carpet 8'x13' Knotted Wool Rug
1890s Red Medallion Shou Antique Chinese Mongolia Carpet 8'x13' Knotted Wool Rug

1890s Red Medallion Shou Antique Chinese Mongolia Carpet 8'x13' Knotted Wool Rug

Located in New York, NY

The outer border further reinforces the traditional Chinese symbolism, featuring repeated Shou characters—icons of longevity and good fortune—set against a deep, near-black ground.

Category

Antique 1890s Chinese Qing Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Chinese Export Rose Medallion Platter, Hand-Painted Ceramic, 1840
Chinese Export Rose Medallion Platter, Hand-Painted Ceramic, 1840

Chinese Export Rose Medallion Platter, Hand-Painted Ceramic, 1840

Located in Savannah, GA

Very colorful and detailed. Note Chinese characters written on the bottom of the platter in the last image.

Category

Antique 1840s Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool Pile, Floral Motifs, 9' x 12'
Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool Pile, Floral Motifs, 9' x 12'

Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool Pile, Floral Motifs, 9' x 12'

Located in Barrington, IL

Although the rug displays areas of wear consistent with its age, it retains its timeless charm and character. Chinese Art Deco rugs, produced primarily in the 1920s and 1930s for the...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Deco Throw Rug
Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Deco Throw Rug

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Deco Throw Rug

Located in New York, NY

The Art Deco period between the two World Wars saw a distinctive carpet industry developing in Tientsin (Tianjin) in northeastern China. These are highly prized for their transitiona...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-20th Century Handmade Chinese Art Deco Pictorial Dragon Throw Rug
Mid-20th Century Handmade Chinese Art Deco Pictorial Dragon Throw Rug

Mid-20th Century Handmade Chinese Art Deco Pictorial Dragon Throw Rug

Located in New York, NY

The Art Deco period between the two World Wars saw a distinctive carpet industry developing in Tientsin (Tianjin) in northeastern China. These are highly prized for their transitiona...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Pair of Chinese Celadon Ginger Jars, 1960s
Pair of Chinese Celadon Ginger Jars, 1960s

Pair of Chinese Celadon Ginger Jars, 1960s

Located in Doylestown, PA

Great fun to decorate with whether lending symmetry to a vignette, adorning a bookcase or adding to your collection. Incised Chinese character mark on bottom.

Category

Mid-20th Century Jars

Materials

Ceramic

Pair Chinese Porcelain Urns Temple Jars Ginger
Pair Chinese Porcelain Urns Temple Jars Ginger

Pair Chinese Porcelain Urns Temple Jars Ginger

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Eye catching pair of Chinese porcelain temple vases Good size at just under four feet tall - 116 CM Very colourful with blue colour theme Hand painted designs show Chinese characters...

Category

Vintage 1980s Urns

Materials

Porcelain

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Deco Room Size Carpet
Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Deco Room Size Carpet

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Deco Room Size Carpet

Located in New York, NY

The Art Deco period between the two World Wars saw a distinctive carpet industry developing in Tientsin (Tianjin) in northeastern China. These are highly prized for their transitiona...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Wooden Sign Board with Calligraphy from the 19th Century
Antique Chinese Wooden Sign Board with Calligraphy from the 19th Century

Antique Chinese Wooden Sign Board with Calligraphy from the 19th Century

Located in Yonkers, NY

This antique Chinese horizontal sign board made during the 19th century displays Chinese characters carved in wood in a splendid calligraphic style.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Set of two 19th Century Chinese porcelain vases
Set of two 19th Century Chinese porcelain vases

Set of two 19th Century Chinese porcelain vases

Located in London, GB

The bodies are florally decorated all over on a cream ground, and each is set to the widest section with eight rectangular segments depicting children playing with Chinese characters...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Original Vintage Drink Poster Scarlet Flemish Wine Chinese T Shape Design Red X
Original Vintage Drink Poster Scarlet Flemish Wine Chinese T Shape Design Red X

Original Vintage Drink Poster Scarlet Flemish Wine Chinese T Shape Design Red X

Located in London, GB

featuring the bold blue text in Chinese characters across and down from a red X to form a T shape within the black line border.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Posters

Materials

Paper

Mid-20th Century Handmade Chinese Peking Throw Rug in Cream and Light Blue
Mid-20th Century Handmade Chinese Peking Throw Rug in Cream and Light Blue

Mid-20th Century Handmade Chinese Peking Throw Rug in Cream and Light Blue

Located in New York, NY

The Art Deco period between the two World Wars saw a distinctive carpet industry developing in Tientsin (Tianjin) in northeastern China. These are highly prized for their transitiona...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Chinese Yellow Glazed Brush Rest, c. 1850
Chinese Yellow Glazed Brush Rest, c. 1850

Chinese Yellow Glazed Brush Rest, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

The front of the brush holder is stamped with the Chinese character for longevity (壽 shòu), beckoning a long life of abundance.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Export Silver Teaset
Chinese Export Silver Teaset

Chinese Export Silver Teaset

$12,823

H 3.94 in W 8.85 in

Chinese Export Silver Teaset

Located in London, GB

The retailer's mark is struck with both LC, for Lain Chang, and the same name in Chinese characters ‘琏璋’ ;and the silversmith's mark is '厚祥' (Hou Xiang).

Category

Antique Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Han Dynasty Style Bronze Covered Pot
Han Dynasty Style Bronze Covered Pot

Han Dynasty Style Bronze Covered Pot

$2,800

H 8.75 in Dm 8.25 in

Han Dynasty Style Bronze Covered Pot

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Patinated cast bronze pot features Chinese characters.  Pot sits on 3 legs.  Ringed top and rings on side.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Han Jars

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Asian Antique Qing Water Bottle Vessel Bed Warmer With Floral Design
Chinese Asian Antique Qing Water Bottle Vessel Bed Warmer With Floral Design

Chinese Asian Antique Qing Water Bottle Vessel Bed Warmer With Floral Design

Located in Studio City, CA

The piece is decorated with a flower design and Chinese characters. From a Los Angeles collection of Chinese and Asian artifacts.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Vintage brown leather suitcase with copper details, China 1900s
Vintage brown leather suitcase with copper details, China 1900s

Vintage brown leather suitcase with copper details, China 1900s

Located in Meulebeke, BE

A nice detail is the label with Chinese characters attached to the interior. In good condition with wear commensurate with age and use.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Copper

Hand-Painted Large Chinese Porcelain Vases, Early 20th Century
Hand-Painted Large Chinese Porcelain Vases, Early 20th Century

Hand-Painted Large Chinese Porcelain Vases, Early 20th Century

$1,800Sale Price / set|63% Off

H 18.12 in Dm 9.45 in

Hand-Painted Large Chinese Porcelain Vases, Early 20th Century

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

Dating from the early 20th century, these statuesque crackle glaze vases also feature a fantastical relief design of foo dogs and other traditional chinese characters on their upper ...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

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