Chinese Ming Dynasty Bronze Nanhai Guanyin, 16th/17th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A decidingly charming Chinese polychromed and gilt cast bronze figure of Nanhai Guanyin, Guanyin of the South Sea, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th century, China.
Bronze
A Large and Rare Chinese 18th C. or earlier Patinated Bronze Bust of Guanyin
Located in New York, NY
A Large and Rare Chinese 18th-Century or possibly earlier Patinated Bronze Bust of Guanyin This large Patinated Bronze Bust represents Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, portra...
Bronze
Ming Dynasty Gilt Lacquered Bronze Songzi Guanyin
Located in Dallas, TX
A early Ming dynasty lacquered bronze statue of the feminine Buddha figure; Guanyin with child, circa 15th-16th century China.
Bronze
Ming Dynasty Gilt Lacquered Bronze Figure of Guanyin Buddha
Located in Dallas, TX
A Ming Dynasty Gilt Lacquered Bronze Figure of Guanyin.
Bronze
Chinese Period Ming Dynasty Gilded Bronze Figure of Guanyin
Located in Hudson, NY
This very finely cast figure seated in Vajrasana posture shows many detailed refinements such as the jewelry, crown, lovely almond shaped downcast eyes, engraved rob patterns and the...
Bronze
Ming Bronze Figure of Guanyin
Located in Fossano, IT
A bronze figure of seated Guanyin holding a Ruyi. Traces of gilding, China, Ming dynasty 17th century.
Bronze
Chinese Gilt Bronze Guanyin, 17th Century, Ming Dynasty
Located in Gargrave, North Yorkshire
Chinese gilt bronze figure of Guanyin, 17th Century, Ming Dynasty.
Bronze
Chinese Bronze Guanyin, circa 1600, Ming Dynasty
Located in Gargrave, North Yorkshire
Chinese bronze figure of Guanyin, circa 1600, Ming dynasty.
Bronze
Vintage Southeast Asian Bronze Buddha Head Mounted
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Southeast Asian Bronze Buddha Head Mounted on Rectangular Wood Base Large decorative bronze Buddha head sculpture from Southeast Asia mounted on a rectangular wooden stand. ...
Bronze
$2,553
H 13.78 in W 5.52 in D 6.3 in
Antique Hand-Carved Guanyin Sculpture in Stone and Metal, Circa 1900
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Impressive carved stone head depicting a Buddhist deity, attributed to Guanyin, the Chinese form of Avalokiteshvara, the bodhisattva of compassion. The harmoniously proportioned fac...
Stone, Granite, Metal, Steel
$783
H 7.09 in W 2.56 in D 2.56 in
19th Century Bronze Buddha Head, Southeast Asian Sculpture, circa 1850
Located in Glasgow, GB
This mid-19th-century bronze Buddha head is a finely cast Southeast Asian sculpture, probably Thai, distinguished by its elaborate ceremonial headdress and serene expression. The Bu...
Bronze
$1,100
H 18.5 in W 11 in D 8 in
Chinese Vintage Carved Stone Bust of Guanyin, Bodhisattva of Compassion
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large Chinese vintage carved stone bust of Guanyin from the mid 20th century. Found in southern China, this large carved stone bust captivates us with its calm depiction of Guanyin...
Stone
$4,200
H 14 in W 6.75 in D 5 in
Chinese Carved Wood Bodhisattva Guanyin, Late Ming Dynasty, 17th Century
Located in Austin, TX
An attractive carved wood figure of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, known as Guanyin in China, late Ming Dynasty, early 17th century, China. Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion,...
Gesso, Wood
$600Sale Price|20% Off
H 10.75 in W 5.5 in D 5.25 in
Antique Cast Bronze Crowned Tibetan Buddha Head 18thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Cast Bronze Crowned Tibetan Buddha Head 18thC Measures - 10.75"H x 5.5"W x 5.25"D
Bronze
$1,750
H 13.6 in W 5 in D 6 in
Antique Asian Cast Bronze Buddha Head Fragment Bust Sculpture Thai, 18th Century
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Antique Asian and extremely detailed cast bronze fragment of the head of Buddha, dating from the 18 century and presumably having Thai or Tibetan origins. The sculpture fragment is s...
Bronze
$3,225
H 17.5 in W 8.25 in D 7.75 in
Vintage Chinese Carved Stone Bust of Guanyin the Bodhisattva of Compassion
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese vintage carved stone bust of Guanyin from the mid 20th century, with ornate headdress. Created in China during the midcentury period, this carved stone bust captivates us w...
Stone
$6,500
H 11.5 in W 6.25 in D 4.25 in
Chinese Ming Dynasty Lacquered and Gilt Bronze Bodhisattva, 17th Century
Located in Austin, TX
Chinese late Ming dynasty bronze figure of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, also known as Guanyin (Quan Yin, Kwan Yin, Kuan Yin), 17th century, China The figure well cast in two ...
Bronze
Antique Chinese Bronze Guanyin Statue 19th/20th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Bronze top level Chinese statue Qing period, 19th century. Additional information: Material: Bronze, Metal & Cloisonne Type: Statues Region of Origin: China Period: 19th century C...
Porcelain
$23,992Sale Price|20% Off
H 43.31 in W 20.48 in D 16.93 in
An Important Chinese Carved Wood Figure of Guanyin, Ming Dynasty, 17th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
An Important Chinese Carved Wood Figure of Guanyin, Ming Dynasty, 17th Century Description: A dignified portrayal of the bodhisattva, resplendent with blue-black pigment detailing t...
Wood
Chinese Carved Zitan Figure of a Bodhisattva, Qing Dynasty
Located in Austin, TX
A finely carved Chinese zitan wood figure of an unidentified bodhisattva, possibly Guanyin, late Qing Dynasty, circa 1900, China. The androgynous figure has a plump, almost matronly ...
Lapis Lazuli
Monumental Chinese Stone Guanyin Head, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
As the embodiment of compassion, Guanyin is the most beloved enlightened being in China. Known as the Goddess of Mercy, she is the female bodhisattva form taken by Avalokitesvara in ...
Stone
An Exquisite Antique Buddha Head Statue Southeast Asian
Located in Atlanta, GA
An gilt and lacquered wood Buddha head with displayed on a metal and Lucite stand. stunning presence with its refined features and amazing details. The carving is of exquisite qualit...
Gold Leaf
$2,950
H 6.6 in W 2.75 in D 2.5 in
9thC or Later Korean Bronze Buddha Bodhisattva. Solid Cast, Stones. Finely Cast.
Located in Ukiah, CA
Early solid cast Korean bronze Buddha/Bodhisattva.. In a very early style. Hard to take with confidence, could be as early as ninth century, possibly several centuries later. Several...
Stone, Bronze
Small Antique Bronze Buddha Head Sculpture with Verdigris on Stand
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Small antique Southeast Asian cast bronze buddha head sculpture with verdigris patina mounted on a black base wood stand. Bronze Sukhothai style Buddha bronze head with green patina,...
Bronze
Chinese Qianlong Mark Chinese Famille Rose Vase with Bats
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning antique Chinese Qing porcelain famille rose vase decorated with bats with Qianlong mark and possibly of the period. The impressive vase of lobed form is painted with shou ...
Porcelain
$48,000
H 14.5 in W 8 in D 8.25 in
Chinese Painted Stucco Head of a Luohan, Song Dynasty, 11th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A remarkable Chinese life sized painted stucco head of a luohan, Song, Liao or Jin Dynasty, circa 11th century, China. The amazingly life-like figure depicts a luohan (sometime spe...
Glass, Stucco
Framed Chinese Qing Dynasty Embroidered First Rank Badge
Located in Atlanta, GA
A finely embroidered silk civil rank badge panel presented with elaborate lattice mat and a wood frame circa mid to late 19th century (late Qing dynasty). The square rank badge is kn...
Silk
$15,991
H 37.01 in W 13.78 in D 31.5 in
Antique Pair of Late Ming Dynasty Silk Road Carved Stone Guardian Lions
Located in Kastrup, DK
Rare pair of large Chinese carved stone foo dog guardian lions. Originated from a house of a mandarin (a public official in the Chinese Empire), located on The Silk Road. Here they ...
Stone
Sold|$2,800
H 1.78 in Dm 6.78 in
A Museum Quality Chinese Longquan Twin Fish Celadon Glazed Bowl, Song Dynasty
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Museum Quality Chinese Longquan Twin Fish Celadon Glazed Bowl, Song Dynasty Description: Celadon, 2 fish design at the center, scroll design on the cavetto. Provenance: Private A...
Ceramic
$800
H 6.03 in W 6.89 in D 2.76 in
Japanese antique wall-hanging wooden Buddha statue/Edo period/1603-1868/Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a wooden Buddha statue made around the Edo period in Japan. Although it is a small Buddha statue, it has a strong presence and is beautiful. Originally, there was a wooden pe...
Cypress
Antique Lopburi Buddha Statue from Thailand
Located in Atlanta, GA
The Buddha statue was made from a copper alloy in a standing position with hands in double Abhaya mudra. This mudra symbolizes the act of dispelling fear in the face of adversity. In...
Metal
Small Song Dynasty Carved Wood Bodhisattva, 13th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A small and very fine Chinese carved sandalwood figure of a bodhisattva, possibly Avalokiteshvara (Guan Yin), Song Dynasty (960 to 1276), circa 13th century, China. Carved from a si...
Hardwood
$24,500
H 32 in W 22.25 in D 16 in
Large Chinese Carved and Lacquered Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A large and magnificent near life-sized Chinese carved and lacquered wood figure of a Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th century or earlier, southern China. The figure likely represents ...
Wood
$27,500
H 48.75 in W 26.25 in D 12 in
Pair Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed Buddhist Lions and Attendants, 17th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A fantastic pair of large Chinese tileworks sancai glazed Buddhistic lions and attendants, late Ming Dynasty, first half of the 17th century, Shanxi, China. Presented on custom 20th ...
Ceramic, Wood
$25,530
H 14.97 in W 8.67 in D 6.7 in
Gilt Bronze Figure of Xi-Wang-Mu, Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Kingdom
Located in Torino, IT
The queen mother of the west is cast in a seated position with her hands held before her chest holding a "gui". She is dressed in long-sleeved robes. Her face is framed by an elabora...
Bronze
Chinese Gilt Guan Yin Buddha Bronze Sculpture
Located in Bradenton, FL
Chinese Gilt Guan Yin Buddha Bronze Sculpture. This piece features delicate facial features, serene expression, and flowing robes, embodying the peaceful and compassionate nature of ...
Bronze
$1,943Sale Price|35% Off
H 10.08 in Dm 7.88 in
Green-glazed pottery tripod 'hill' jar, Han Dynasty, 206 BC - 220 AD
Located in seoul, KR
The modelled animal figures and landscapes of this piece represent the Daoist ideology of the Han dynasty. The mountain-shaped lid refers to the sacred dwellings of the immortals, th...
Stoneware
$895
H 12 in W 9 in D 6 in
Tibetan Bronze and Gilt Temple Shrine Sculpture of Deity Bodhisattva White Tara
Located in Studio City, CA
This is a fantastic piece. Perhaps part of a Tibetan temple shrine at one time. Beautiful faded gilt coloring and patina. We believe this is the Tibeat figure of the white Tara, the ...
Bronze
Japanese Zushi Traveling Shrine of Jizō Bosatsu, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
The simple exterior of black lacquer encasing this 19th-century Japanese traveling shrine (zushi) belies the splendor within. The hinged doors open to reveal a lustrous gold interior...
Wood
17th Century Chinese Ming Bronze Figure of a Boy
Located in Chicago, IL
Fine cast bronze figures created over 400 years ago during China's Ming dynasty are rare and highly appreciated. In this exceptional example, a spirited young boy stands on a lotus b...
Bronze
In what’s considered a golden age of Chinese furniture, Ming dynasty artisans produced expertly made designs that married elegance and function. Ming furniture was versatile, such as tables that doubled as writing desks and dining spaces. But it was also beautiful, enhancing a room with clean lines, soft curves and sophisticated decoration.
Dating from 1368 to 1644, the Ming dynasty was a vibrant time for international trade and culture. Especially for scholars and the wealthy, there was an emphasis on a home’s design to promote a good life. From large wardrobes to angular sofas, Ming-style furniture was defined by its joinery, which, instead of nails, involved meticulously designed interlocking elements of wood. This material was carefully selected and positioned to make the grain part of the design. The slow-growing huanghuali, a yellowish rosewood, was particularly valued for its bright color.
Although ornamentation was minimal, Ming dynasty furniture often featured carved or painted details of flowers, insects, dragons, fruits and other motifs. Chairs crafted for scholars could include calligraphic brush writing. As overseas trade expanded, techniques from the West, like cloisonné enamel painting, adorned table screens and other pieces.
Ming furniture influenced styles abroad such as Queen Anne in England and Hollywood Regency in the United States. The curved shape of Ming armchairs had a profound impact on legendary Scandinavian modernist furniture designer Hans Wegner. The Danish cabinetmaker shared the Ming artisans’ interest in creating streamlined, functional furnishings, and his China chair, Round chair and Wishbone chair are inspired by Ming dynasty seating. Today, the Ming-style horseshoe chair is a graceful and sought-after type of seat, and contemporary Chinese designers such as Jerry Chen and Gan Erke are also drawing on this heritage for a new era of style.
Find a collection of Ming cabinets, decorative objects, lounge chairs and other furniture on 1stDibs.