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Anglo-Chinese Large Elmwood Cabinet with Accordion Doors, Turn of the Century
Anglo-Chinese Large Elmwood Cabinet with Accordion Doors, Turn of the Century

Anglo-Chinese Large Elmwood Cabinet with Accordion Doors, Turn of the Century

Located in Yonkers, NY

The doors are simply adorned with recessed panels, and have brass locks reflecting traditional Chinese hardware. Inside, the four shelves and two drawers allow for significant storage.

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

19th Century Chinese Hardwood Armoire, Bronze Hardware, Export Style
19th Century Chinese Hardwood Armoire, Bronze Hardware, Export Style

19th Century Chinese Hardwood Armoire, Bronze Hardware, Export Style

Located in Queens, NY

Chinese (19th Century) hardwood cabinet / armoire with large bronze barrel pin closure on the front 2 doors which have 2 interior pull drawers with 2 additional drawers beneath the a...

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19th Century Chinese Export Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Chinese Provincial Elmwood Cabinet with Iron Hardware
Antique Chinese Provincial Elmwood Cabinet with Iron Hardware

Antique Chinese Provincial Elmwood Cabinet with Iron Hardware

Located in Trenton, NJ

The 19.5-inch depth makes this piece well suited to hallway, bedroom, or dining room placement where wall clearance is a consideration. The iron hardware defines the front face. The...

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Early 20th Century Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Berlin Iron, Iron

Antique Chinese Brown Lacquered Dressing Case Jewelry Box with Brass Hardware
Antique Chinese Brown Lacquered Dressing Case Jewelry Box with Brass Hardware

Antique Chinese Brown Lacquered Dressing Case Jewelry Box with Brass Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

Likely from the early 20th century, the case opens from the top to reveal a shallow compartment, while a pair of paneled doors below secure with traditional Chinese pin-and-lock hard...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

Chinese Early 20th Century Elmwood Side Chest with Bronze Medallion Hardware
Chinese Early 20th Century Elmwood Side Chest with Bronze Medallion Hardware

Chinese Early 20th Century Elmwood Side Chest with Bronze Medallion Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese elmwood side chest from the early 20th century, with round bronze medallion hardware, two drawers over two doors.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Brown Lacquer Cabinet with Brass Hardware
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Brown Lacquer Cabinet with Brass Hardware

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Brown Lacquer Cabinet with Brass Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period compound cabinet from the 19th century, with two drawers and brass medallion. We currently have two available, priced and sold $6,500 each. Created in C...

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Wood

Chinese Early 20th Century Red Lacquer Jewelry Box with Bronze Hardware
Chinese Early 20th Century Red Lacquer Jewelry Box with Bronze Hardware

Chinese Early 20th Century Red Lacquer Jewelry Box with Bronze Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

Created in China during the early years of the 20th century, this jewelry box attracts our attention with its red lacquer and large bronze hardware.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Chinese 19th Century Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Cabinet with Medallion Hardware
Chinese 19th Century Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Cabinet with Medallion Hardware

Chinese 19th Century Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Cabinet with Medallion Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period red lacquered cabinet from the 19th century, with round medallion hardware and drawers.

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Metal

Chinese Antique Elm Wood Sideboard with Carved Spandrels and Bronze Hardware
Chinese Antique Elm Wood Sideboard with Carved Spandrels and Bronze Hardware

Chinese Antique Elm Wood Sideboard with Carved Spandrels and Bronze Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique Chinese elmwood sideboard from the early 20th century, with carved spandrels and bronze hardware.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Chinese Basswood Blanket Chest with Round Brass Medallion Hardware
19th Century Chinese Basswood Blanket Chest with Round Brass Medallion Hardware

19th Century Chinese Basswood Blanket Chest with Round Brass Medallion Hardware

Located in Kastrup, DK

A Chinese antique brasswood (also called Linden or Lime wood) blanket chest from the late 19th century. Fitted with a brass lock in the front set on a round medallion plate and two ...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

19th Century Red and Black Chinese Armoire with Calligraphy and Brass Hardware
19th Century Red and Black Chinese Armoire with Calligraphy and Brass Hardware

19th Century Red and Black Chinese Armoire with Calligraphy and Brass Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A red and black armoire with calligraphy and brass hardware from 1800s, China. This Chinese armoire is made of red and black painted wood with brass hardware, and its doors are adorn...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

19th Century Chinese Antique Armoire with Burl Wood Panels and Brass Hardware
19th Century Chinese Antique Armoire with Burl Wood Panels and Brass Hardware

19th Century Chinese Antique Armoire with Burl Wood Panels and Brass Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique armoire with burl wood panels and original brass hardware from 19th century China. This Chinese antique armoire was made with inset burl wood panels and brass hardware.

Category

19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

Antique 18th Century Chinese Tea Cabinet with Bronze Hardware C1790
Antique 18th Century Chinese Tea Cabinet with Bronze Hardware C1790

Antique 18th Century Chinese Tea Cabinet with Bronze Hardware C1790

Located in Big Flats, NY

This exquisite antique Chinese tea cabinet dates back to the late 18th century, around 1790.

Category

18th Century Asian Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Bronze

Qing Dynasty Ningbo Red Lacquered Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware
Qing Dynasty Ningbo Red Lacquered Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware

Qing Dynasty Ningbo Red Lacquered Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing Dynasty Ningbo red lacquered four-door wedding cabinet from the 19th century, with butterfly hardware.

Category

19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Wood

Large 19th Century Wooden Wedding Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware
Large 19th Century Wooden Wedding Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware

Large 19th Century Wooden Wedding Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A large wedding cabinet from the 19th century, with two pairs of double doors and large butterfly hardware. This armoire cabinet features two pairs of double doors, each fitted with ...

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Compound Cabinet with Brass Hardware
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Compound Cabinet with Brass Hardware

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Compound Cabinet with Brass Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period compound cabinet from the 19th century, with four doors, hidden drawers and brass medallions. Created in China during the Qing dynasty, this compound ca...

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

Late Qing Dynasty  Red Lacquer Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware
Late Qing Dynasty  Red Lacquer Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware

Late Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period red lacquered cabinet from the early 20th century, with butterfly hardware, two drawers, four doors, carved and gilt décor.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Wood

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Ningbo Cypress Cabinet with Brass Hardware
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Ningbo Cypress Cabinet with Brass Hardware

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Ningbo Cypress Cabinet with Brass Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing dynasty period ningbo cypress cabinet from the 19th century with brass hardware.

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

Large Late Qing Dynasty Period Elmwood Armoire with Medallion Hardware
Large Late Qing Dynasty Period Elmwood Armoire with Medallion Hardware

Large Late Qing Dynasty Period Elmwood Armoire with Medallion Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A large antique Chinese late Qing Dynasty period elmwood armoire from the early 20th century, with two doors, bronze medallion hardware, hidden drawers and carved apron.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Bronze

Qing Dynasty Ningbo Cypress and Rosewood Cabinet with Brass Hardware
Qing Dynasty Ningbo Cypress and Rosewood Cabinet with Brass Hardware

Qing Dynasty Ningbo Cypress and Rosewood Cabinet with Brass Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period two-toned ningbo cypress and rosewood cabinet from the 19th century, with brass hardware.

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

19th Century Elmwood Bookcase with Doors, Drawers and Brass Hardware
19th Century Elmwood Bookcase with Doors, Drawers and Brass Hardware

19th Century Elmwood Bookcase with Doors, Drawers and Brass Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese antique elmwood bookcase cabinet from the 19th century, with two drawers, two doors and brass accents. Crafted in China from elm wood, this bookcase captures our eyes with ...

Category

19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Brown Lacquered Coffer with Brass Hardware
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Brown Lacquered Coffer with Brass Hardware

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Brown Lacquered Coffer with Brass Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese antique Qing Dynasty period coffer from the 19th century, with brown lacquer, brass hardware, horse hoof feet and rustic appeal.

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Two-Toned Wooden Cabinet with Brass Hardware
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Two-Toned Wooden Cabinet with Brass Hardware

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Two-Toned Wooden Cabinet with Brass Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period two-toned wooden cabinet from the 19th century, with brass hardware.

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

Qing Dynasty Hinged Box with Brass Hardware and Weathered Patina
Qing Dynasty Hinged Box with Brass Hardware and Weathered Patina

Qing Dynasty Hinged Box with Brass Hardware and Weathered Patina

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Qing Dynasty period hinged wooden box from the 19th century with brass hardware and nicely weathered patina. Crafted during the Qing Dynasty in the 19th century, this wooden box ca...

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

Red Lacquer Early 20th Century Two Drawer Desk with Brass Hardware
Red Lacquer Early 20th Century Two Drawer Desk with Brass Hardware

Red Lacquer Early 20th Century Two Drawer Desk with Brass Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese red lacquer desk from the early 20th century, with two drawers and brass hardware.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Two-Drawer Desk with Bronze Butterfly Hardware
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Two-Drawer Desk with Bronze Butterfly Hardware

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Two-Drawer Desk with Bronze Butterfly Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period wooden desk from the 19th century with two drawers, horse hoof legs, carved spandrels and butterfly bronze hardware.

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Bronze

Antique Elm Two-Toned Cabinet with Cut Bronze Hardware and Yellow Patina
Antique Elm Two-Toned Cabinet with Cut Bronze Hardware and Yellow Patina

Antique Elm Two-Toned Cabinet with Cut Bronze Hardware and Yellow Patina

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique Chinese elmwood two-toned cabinet from the early 20th century, with cut bronze hardware and brushed yellow hued patina.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Bronze

Large Brown Lacquer Elmwood Cabinet with Carved Skirt and Brass Hardware
Large Brown Lacquer Elmwood Cabinet with Carved Skirt and Brass Hardware

Large Brown Lacquer Elmwood Cabinet with Carved Skirt and Brass Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period large elwood cabinet from the 19th century with brown lacquer, carved fretwork skirt, round medallion hardware, two exterior drawers, interior shelves w...

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

1920s Camphor Wood Blanket Chest with Brass Hardware and Natural Patina
1920s Camphor Wood Blanket Chest with Brass Hardware and Natural Patina

1920s Camphor Wood Blanket Chest with Brass Hardware and Natural Patina

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique Chinese camphor wood blanket chest from the early 20th century, with brass hardware, natural patina and dovetail construction.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

Shanxi Style Elmwood Bedside Cabinet With Traditional Brass Hardware Circa 1900
Shanxi Style Elmwood Bedside Cabinet With Traditional Brass Hardware Circa 1900

Shanxi Style Elmwood Bedside Cabinet With Traditional Brass Hardware Circa 1900

Located in Yonkers, NY

A small Shanxi style elmwood bedside cabinet with two doors, single drawer and patinated brass hardware from the turn of the century. This bedside cabinet was hand made with elmwood ...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Red Lacquer Blanket Chest with Brass Hardware
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Red Lacquer Blanket Chest with Brass Hardware

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Red Lacquer Blanket Chest with Brass Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period red lacquered trunk from the 19th century, with round metal hardware.

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Metal

1900s Wooden Treasure Chest with Rattan Accents and Dark Brass Hardware
1900s Wooden Treasure Chest with Rattan Accents and Dark Brass Hardware

1900s Wooden Treasure Chest with Rattan Accents and Dark Brass Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese antique wooden treasure chest from the early 20th century with rattan accents and dark brass handles. This charming Chinese wooden chest features a black lacquered structur...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

19th Century Qing Dynasty Red Lacquered Blanket Chest with Iron Hardware
19th Century Qing Dynasty Red Lacquered Blanket Chest with Iron Hardware

19th Century Qing Dynasty Red Lacquered Blanket Chest with Iron Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing dynasty period red lacquered blanket chest from the 19th century, with iron hardware.

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Iron

Late Qing Dynasty Pine Chest with Brass Hardware and Bracket Feet
Late Qing Dynasty Pine Chest with Brass Hardware and Bracket Feet

Late Qing Dynasty Pine Chest with Brass Hardware and Bracket Feet

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period refinished pine chest from the early 20th century, with carved feet and brass hardware.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

Elm Brown Lacquer Cabinet with Bronze Hardware and Shelves, Late Qing Dynasty
Elm Brown Lacquer Cabinet with Bronze Hardware and Shelves, Late Qing Dynasty

Elm Brown Lacquer Cabinet with Bronze Hardware and Shelves, Late Qing Dynasty

Located in Yonkers, NY

A late Qing Dynasty elm wood cabinet with brown lacquer and bronze hardware. This antique Chinese cabinet, crafted from elm wood during the late Qing dynasty (circa late 19th to earl...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Bronze

Late Qing Dynasty Elm Desk with Two Drawers and Ornate Brass Hardware
Late Qing Dynasty Elm Desk with Two Drawers and Ornate Brass Hardware

Late Qing Dynasty Elm Desk with Two Drawers and Ornate Brass Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A late Qing Dynasty period Chinese elm wood desk from the early 20th century, with two drawers, brass hardware and carved spandrels.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

19 Century Antique Chinese Carved Shan Xi Console Table/Sideboard
19 Century Antique Chinese Carved Shan Xi Console Table/Sideboard

19 Century Antique Chinese Carved Shan Xi Console Table/Sideboard

Located in Pomona, CA

All drawers have beautiful deep/raise carving works of Chinese traditional floral with antique hardware on it.

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Elm

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Red Lacquered Treasure Chest Box with Brass Hardware
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Red Lacquered Treasure Chest Box with Brass Hardware

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Red Lacquered Treasure Chest Box with Brass Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Qing Dynasty period red lacquered treasure chest box from the 19th century, with brass hardware. Born during the 19th century, this exquisite Qing Dynasty red lacquered treasure ch...

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

Reddish Brown Leather Bound Trunk or Coffee Table with Brass Hardware
Reddish Brown Leather Bound Trunk or Coffee Table with Brass Hardware

Reddish Brown Leather Bound Trunk or Coffee Table with Brass Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A reddish brown leather bound trunk with lateral c-scroll handles, brass lock, maker's mark and distressed fabric on the inside. This reddish-brown leather bound trunk exudes an air ...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

Hebei Two-Toned Elm Cabinet with Burlwood Panels and Brass Hardware, circa 1920
Hebei Two-Toned Elm Cabinet with Burlwood Panels and Brass Hardware, circa 1920

Hebei Two-Toned Elm Cabinet with Burlwood Panels and Brass Hardware, circa 1920

Located in Yonkers, NY

A elm and burl wood cabinet from the early 20th century, with newer brass hardware, two doors and drawers. Created in the Hebei province during the early 20th century, this exquisite...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

Qing Dynasty Elm Sideboard in Honey Lacquer with Four Doors and Brass Hardware
Qing Dynasty Elm Sideboard in Honey Lacquer with Four Doors and Brass Hardware

Qing Dynasty Elm Sideboard in Honey Lacquer with Four Doors and Brass Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

The generous proportions and clean lines reflect classic Chinese furniture design, while the four-panel configuration—double doors at the center flanked by single doors—offers easy a...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

Late 19th Century Antique Chinese Red Lacquered Cabinet, Armoire, Wardrobe
Late 19th Century Antique Chinese Red Lacquered Cabinet, Armoire, Wardrobe

Late 19th Century Antique Chinese Red Lacquered Cabinet, Armoire, Wardrobe

Located in Pomona, CA

Very well constructed with two open doors and shelf, cloth hanger inside cabinet, Wood armoire with red lacquer finish and have coordinated antiqued hardware. This beautiful Chinese ...

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Wood

19th Century Qing Dynasty Elm Brown Cabinet with Brass Hardware and Carved Apron
19th Century Qing Dynasty Elm Brown Cabinet with Brass Hardware and Carved Apron

19th Century Qing Dynasty Elm Brown Cabinet with Brass Hardware and Carved Apron

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Qing dynasty period elm cabinet from the 19th century, with two doors, four drawers and carved apron. This striking 19th century Qing dynasty period elm cabinet captivates with its...

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

19th Century Antique Chinese Carved Shan xi Console Table/Sideboard
19th Century Antique Chinese Carved Shan xi Console Table/Sideboard

19th Century Antique Chinese Carved Shan xi Console Table/Sideboard

Located in Pomona, CA

All drawers have beautiful deep/raise carving works of Chinese traditional floral with antique hardware on it.

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Elm

Large Late Qing Dynasty Elm Blanket Chest with Brass Hardware and Warm Patina
Large Late Qing Dynasty Elm Blanket Chest with Brass Hardware and Warm Patina

Large Late Qing Dynasty Elm Blanket Chest with Brass Hardware and Warm Patina

Located in Yonkers, NY

The intricate dovetail joinery highlights the craftsmanship, while the aged brass hardware, including a circular lock plate and side handles, adds a refined, authentic touch.

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

19th Century Chinese Elmwood Box with Canted Corners
19th Century Chinese Elmwood Box with Canted Corners

19th Century Chinese Elmwood Box with Canted Corners

Located in Dallas, TX

A 19th century Chinese elmwood box with brass hardware with canted corners.

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Brass

19th Qing Dynasty Period Chinese Elm Wood Carved Butterfly Sideboard
19th Qing Dynasty Period Chinese Elm Wood Carved Butterfly Sideboard

19th Qing Dynasty Period Chinese Elm Wood Carved Butterfly Sideboard

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period elm wood butterfly sideboard from the 19th century, with carved grapevines and meander motifs, natural finish and bronze hardware.

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Hardware

Materials

Bronze

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Antique Chinese Hardware For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of antique Chinese hardware available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, every item from our selection of antique Chinese hardware was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of antique Chinese hardware — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An object in our assortment of antique Chinese hardware is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in styles are sought with frequency.

How Much is a Antique Chinese Hardware?

A piece of antique Chinese hardware can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,853, while the lowest priced sells for $190 and the highest can go for as much as $15,000.
Questions About Antique Chinese Hardware
  • 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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