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Ming Bronze

17th Century Chinese Ming Bronze Figure of a Boy
17th Century Chinese Ming Bronze Figure of a Boy

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.

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Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Ming Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Ming" Bronze Painting 1960s 'Signed'
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Ming" Bronze Painting 1960s 'Signed'

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Ming" Bronze Painting 1960s 'Signed'

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

The traditional Ming warrior holding the invincible sword is carved of bronze and pewter.”

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Vintage 1960s American Chinoiserie Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Pewter

Pair Chinese 18th Century Late Ming Bronze Archaistic Gu Vases
Pair Chinese 18th Century Late Ming Bronze Archaistic Gu Vases

Pair Chinese 18th Century Late Ming Bronze Archaistic Gu Vases

Located in Dallas, TX

Near Pair of Chinese Archaic bronze Gu vases. 18th century Late Ming Period, Measures: Height: 11.4 inches.

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Antique Mid-18th Century Chinese Archaistic Vases

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Bronze

1960s California Bronze Dish Horse Design by Wah Ming Chang
1960s California Bronze Dish Horse Design by Wah Ming Chang

1960s California Bronze Dish Horse Design by Wah Ming Chang

By Wah Ming Chang

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a Beautiful Bronze Tray Dish designed by California Artist Sculptor Wah Ming Chang (1917-2003).

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Ming Style Bronze Metal Seated Buddha
Chinese Ming Style Bronze Metal Seated Buddha

Chinese Ming Style Bronze Metal Seated Buddha

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Diminutive Chinese bronze metal Buddha sculpture depicted sitting. Beautifully crafted in the Ming style with intricate details.

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20th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Assembled Chinese Late Yuan / Early Ming Dynasty Bronze Garniture
Assembled Chinese Late Yuan / Early Ming Dynasty Bronze Garniture

Assembled Chinese Late Yuan / Early Ming Dynasty Bronze Garniture

Located in Austin, TX

Consisting of a large baluster vase (H: 14.25") with arrow handles and a near pair of smaller baluster vases with mythical beast loop handles. The large vase, of yuhuchunping form, ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Scholar's Objects

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Bronze

Ming Dynasty Bronze Gu Beaker Vase
Ming Dynasty Bronze Gu Beaker Vase

Ming Dynasty Bronze Gu Beaker Vase

Located in Dallas, TX

Chinese bronze vase, Gu, the trumpet-shaped upper section cast with four blades filled with archaic designs.

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Vases

Materials

Bronze

Ming Dynasty Bronze Figure of the Infant Buddha
Ming Dynasty Bronze Figure of the Infant Buddha

Ming Dynasty Bronze Figure of the Infant Buddha

Located in Austin, TX

A rare and unusual Chinese Ming Dynasty bronze figure of the Buddha as an infant.

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Taoist bronze figure China, Ming dynasty, 16th century
Taoist bronze figure China, Ming dynasty, 16th century

Taoist bronze figure China, Ming dynasty, 16th century

Located in Milano, IT

In the heart of ancient China, within the resplendent Ming dynasty, a masterpiece was cast in bronze, a testament to a culture steeped in mysticism and spirituality.

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Signed Ming Statue in Bronze
Signed Ming Statue in Bronze

Signed Ming Statue in Bronze

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Bronze sculpture of musician on a marble base. Beautiful detail, signed Ming.

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20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Bixia Yuanjun Figure of Bronze Dated Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644
Bixia Yuanjun Figure of Bronze Dated Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644

Bixia Yuanjun Figure of Bronze Dated Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644

Located in London, GB

Bixia Yuanjun figure of bronze dated Ming Dynasty 1368-1644. Base of hardwood.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Antique Chinese Bronze Foo Dog Sculptures, Ming Style, Circa 1920 Pair
Antique Chinese Bronze Foo Dog Sculptures, Ming Style, Circa 1920 Pair

Antique Chinese Bronze Foo Dog Sculptures, Ming Style, Circa 1920 Pair

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

These are a very good pair of antique Ming style Chinese foo or lion dog sculptures, sometimes called temple lions, made of bronze, with good detail, which we date to the late Qing o...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Ming Dynasty Bronze Nanhai Guanyin, 16th/17th Century, China
Chinese Ming Dynasty Bronze Nanhai Guanyin, 16th/17th Century, China

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.

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Antique Early 1600s Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Cloisonné Enamel Vase, Ming-Qing Dynasty
Cloisonné Enamel Vase, Ming-Qing Dynasty

Cloisonné Enamel Vase, Ming-Qing Dynasty

Located in seoul, KR

This cylindrical cloisonné vessel is made with a brass body filled with turquoise-toned enamels that are fired to create a vivid, multi-colored surface. The exterior is densely decor...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier East Asian Ming Antiquities

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Bronze, Enamel

Chinese Ming Dynasty Lacquered and Gilt Bronze Bodhisattva, 17th Century
Chinese Ming Dynasty Lacquered and Gilt Bronze Bodhisattva, 17th Century

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 ...

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Antique Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Bronze Figure of a Seated Luohan, Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644
Bronze Figure of a Seated Luohan, Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644

Bronze Figure of a Seated Luohan, Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644

Located in Torino, IT

Cast seated wearing a simple robe with his right hand resting on the hilt of a snake-entwined sword, the left hand held aloft, his face with meditative expression.

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Antique Early 1600s Chinese Ming Sculptures

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Bronze

Chinese Ming Dynasty Bronze Luan Chariot Bell
Chinese Ming Dynasty Bronze Luan Chariot Bell

Chinese Ming Dynasty Bronze Luan Chariot Bell

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Cast with a globular top with a central aperture on both sides, pierced with radiating petals to one side, supported on a tall spreading foot of rectangular section cast with raised ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Medieval Metalwork

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Bronze

Ming Dynasty Period Cast Bronze Hue Shaped Urn in an Archaist Style
Ming Dynasty Period Cast Bronze Hue Shaped Urn in an Archaist Style

Ming Dynasty Period Cast Bronze Hue Shaped Urn in an Archaist Style

Located in Hudson, NY

This fine old urn cast as an honorific nod to the ancient past of China was made circa 1600-1650. The shape or Hue was a common and well-represented form in the Han dynasty in potter...

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Antique Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Metalwork

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Bronze

Antique Chinese Ming Style Scholar's Cabinet
Antique Chinese Ming Style Scholar's Cabinet

Antique Chinese Ming Style Scholar's Cabinet

Located in Somis, CA

A beautiful, Ming dynasty style scholar's cabinet. The doors and side panels are all solid single boards set with mitered, tenon and mortise construction. Two exterior and interior d...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

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Bronze

Rare Chinese Parcel-Gilt Bronze Figure of Lu Dongbin, Ming ca. 1600
Rare Chinese Parcel-Gilt Bronze Figure of Lu Dongbin, Ming ca. 1600

Rare Chinese Parcel-Gilt Bronze Figure of Lu Dongbin, Ming ca. 1600

Located in Nottingham, GB

From the Ming dynasty onwards, bronze figures of Daoist deities and immortals occupied an important place within the domestic interior.

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Antique Early 1600s Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Ming Coffee Table by Laverne, Bronze & Pewter, 1965
Mid-Century Modern Ming Coffee Table by Laverne, Bronze & Pewter, 1965

Mid-Century Modern Ming Coffee Table by Laverne, Bronze & Pewter, 1965

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful 'Ming' coffee table in patinated bronze and pewter with hand painted polychrome enamels by the iconic father & son duo Philip and Kelvin Laverne.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Pewter

Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions
Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions

Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions

Located in Atlanta, GA

Chinese, Ming Dynasty. Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions of extraordinary quality and casting.

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Five Chinese Bronze Lohan Heads (Ming/Early Qing), Expressive and Well Cast
Five Chinese Bronze Lohan Heads (Ming/Early Qing), Expressive and Well Cast

Five Chinese Bronze Lohan Heads (Ming/Early Qing), Expressive and Well Cast

Located in Ukiah, CA

This rare and visually powerful set of five bronze Lohan (Arhat) heads dates to the 17th–18th century or possibly earlier and represents an exceptional survival from an original larg...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Ming Dynasty Cast Iron Buddha Head on a Bronze Base
Ming Dynasty Cast Iron Buddha Head on a Bronze Base

Ming Dynasty Cast Iron Buddha Head on a Bronze Base

Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL

Ming Dynasty cast iron Buddha head on a bronze base.

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Antique Early 17th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Chinese Bronze Scholar Vase with Taotie, Ming/Qing Dynasty, 17th century, China
Chinese Bronze Scholar Vase with Taotie, Ming/Qing Dynasty, 17th century, China

Chinese Bronze Scholar Vase with Taotie, Ming/Qing Dynasty, 17th century, China

Located in Austin, TX

A small and interesting cast bronze archaistic scholar vase with loose ring handles and taotie mask design, late Ming or early Qing Dynasty, mid 17th century, China.

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Antique Mid-17th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

Materials

Bronze

Ming Dynasty Style 19th Century Red Rose Console Cabinet with Everted Flanges
Ming Dynasty Style 19th Century Red Rose Console Cabinet with Everted Flanges

Ming Dynasty Style 19th Century Red Rose Console Cabinet with Everted Flanges

Located in Yonkers, NY

This console features a thin rectangular top with a recessed panel and everted flanges, a distinctive design element of the Ming Dynasty style. The top rests above a harmoniously org...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Ming Credenzas

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Bronze

Philip and Kelvin Laverne Ming side table
Philip and Kelvin Laverne Ming side table

Philip and Kelvin Laverne Ming side table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An exceptional Ming, low table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne in pewter and bronze circa 1960s . nicely patinated, and engraved with hand painted enamel in red and green… Signed PK Lav...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Bronze, Pewter

Patinated Bronze Tripod Censer with Double Handles
Patinated Bronze Tripod Censer with Double Handles

Patinated Bronze Tripod Censer with Double Handles

Located in San Francisco, CA

Patinated Bronze Tripod Censer with Double Handles Round bronze censer with three legs and upright double handles at the rim.

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20th Century Chinese Ming Metalwork

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Bronze

Phillip and Kelvin Lavern "Ming" Side Tables, Set of Two
Phillip and Kelvin Lavern "Ming" Side Tables, Set of Two

Phillip and Kelvin Lavern "Ming" Side Tables, Set of Two

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Bradenton, FL

Phillip and Kelvin Lavern "Ming" Side Tables, Set of Two. Philip LaVerne (American, 1908-1988), Kelvin LaVerne (American, 1937-2020).

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Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Side Tables

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Bronze, Enamel

Bronze Patinated Polychromed Buddhist Lion Incense Burner! Tongshi Sculpture Art
Bronze Patinated Polychromed Buddhist Lion Incense Burner! Tongshi Sculpture Art

Bronze Patinated Polychromed Buddhist Lion Incense Burner! Tongshi Sculpture Art

Located in Peoria, AZ

MAGNIFICENT! BRONZE LION INCENSE BURNER! EXTREMELY RARE! APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS: 7" Tall x 7" Wide Well cast, standing on all four legs (very rare pose!) while twisting its sin...

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20th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Sherle Wagner Chinoiserie Ming Blossom Blue Wash Basin & Faucet Spout Italy
Sherle Wagner Chinoiserie Ming Blossom Blue Wash Basin & Faucet Spout Italy

Sherle Wagner Chinoiserie Ming Blossom Blue Wash Basin & Faucet Spout Italy

By Sherle Wagner

Located in St. Louis, MO

1970s Sherle Wagner Hollywood Regency hand painted porcelain Chinoiserie Ming Blossom Blue powder room / bathroom wash basin sink, nickel plated bronze spout & handles with matching ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Bathroom Fixtures

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Brass, Bronze

Smiling Young Buddha Shakyamuni Statue Bronze Antique
Smiling Young Buddha Shakyamuni Statue Bronze Antique

Smiling Young Buddha Shakyamuni Statue Bronze Antique

Located in Somis, CA

An unique bronze figure of Young Buddha Shakyamuni, with a wonderful smile and youthful visage. Seated in the full lotus position (padmasana) atop a double-lotus throne, Buddha is in...

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20th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Antique Bronze Buddha Shakyamuni Statue High Crown 12.5"
Antique Bronze Buddha Shakyamuni Statue High Crown 12.5"

Antique Bronze Buddha Shakyamuni Statue High Crown 12.5"

Located in Somis, CA

A large, heavy-weight, beautifully sculpted Tibetan-style bronze Buddha, seated in the traditional lotus posture upon an ornate double-lotus pedestal. Richly patinated with warm bron...

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20th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Incense Holder / Jardiniere
Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Incense Holder / Jardiniere

Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Incense Holder / Jardiniere

Located in San Francisco, CA

Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Incense Holder / Jardiniere. A substantial incense holder in the Chinese Ming style.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Ming Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Bronze

Large Gilt Bronze Buddha Young Shakyimuni Statue 31 Lb
Large Gilt Bronze Buddha Young Shakyimuni Statue 31 Lb

Large Gilt Bronze Buddha Young Shakyimuni Statue 31 Lb

Located in Somis, CA

The magnificent 31 lb bronze Buddha statue, crafted in the Ming dynasty style, captivates with its timeless beauty and serene presence.

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20th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

A Large and Rare Chinese 18th C. or earlier Patinated Bronze Bust of Guanyin
A Large and Rare Chinese 18th C. or earlier Patinated Bronze Bust of Guanyin

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...

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Antique 1730s Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Large Antique Bronze Buddha Shakyamuni Statue on Double Lotus Throne Heavy
Large Antique Bronze Buddha Shakyamuni Statue on Double Lotus Throne Heavy

Large Antique Bronze Buddha Shakyamuni Statue on Double Lotus Throne Heavy

Located in Somis, CA

A large, heavy-weight, exceptional antique bronze sculpture depicting Buddha Shakyamuni. Buddha is seated in the full lotus position (padmasana) atop a beautifully rendered, double-l...

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20th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Large Vintage Chinese Bronze Gong On Stand
Large Vintage Chinese Bronze Gong On Stand

Large Vintage Chinese Bronze Gong On Stand

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A fine Gong Set including Bronze Gong (27.5” diameter by 1.5” deep) , Padded Mallet and Stand. The Stand is very well made with excellent traditional Asian form and intricate base ...

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20th Century Chinese Ming Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Other

Enamel Bronze Mask Censer in the Shape of a Bell Bird, Japan, Edo or Meiji
Enamel Bronze Mask Censer in the Shape of a Bell Bird, Japan, Edo or Meiji

Enamel Bronze Mask Censer in the Shape of a Bell Bird, Japan, Edo or Meiji

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A tripod polychrome cloisonné incense burner, decorated with characters and masks. Unmarked, Japan, 19th century. Provenance: collection Nieuwenhove. Condition Overall ...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Ming Ceramics

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Bronze

Pair of Circa 1820 Chinese Patinated Bronze Deity Sculptures, 5" Tall
Pair of Circa 1820 Chinese Patinated Bronze Deity Sculptures, 5" Tall

Pair of Circa 1820 Chinese Patinated Bronze Deity Sculptures, 5" Tall

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A pair of exceptional small patinated bronze castings of a male and female Chinese Deities or Gods possibly representing Shouxing God of Longevity Immortality and Good Fortune, and G...

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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Ayutthaya Lacquered And Gilt Bronze Buddha Head 15th Century
Ayutthaya Lacquered And Gilt Bronze Buddha Head 15th Century

Ayutthaya Lacquered And Gilt Bronze Buddha Head 15th Century

Located in Dallas, TX

Ayutthaya Lacquered and Gilt Copper Bronze Buddha Head Circa 15th Century A beautifully lacquered and gilt bronze Buddha head from the Kingdom of Ayutthaya, Thailand, circa 15th ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Thai Ming Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Catalog Gerard Hawthorn Oriental Art Chinese Art Porcelain Bronze Statue, 17/18c
Catalog Gerard Hawthorn Oriental Art Chinese Art Porcelain Bronze Statue, 17/18c

Catalog Gerard Hawthorn Oriental Art Chinese Art Porcelain Bronze Statue, 17/18c

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Hawthorn oriental art catalogue. Great research catalog. Additional information: Material: Paper Type: Statues Region of Origin: China Period: 17th century, 18th century China Dynas...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Statues

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Paper

Antique Chinese Han Dynasty Bronze Urn with Patinated Pierced Design
Antique Chinese Han Dynasty Bronze Urn with Patinated Pierced Design

Antique Chinese Han Dynasty Bronze Urn with Patinated Pierced Design

Located in Queens, NY

Antique Chinese Han Dynasty-style copy of a bronze urn bearing a green and black patina, decorated with pierced sides forming patterns that wrap the form, and accented with one small...

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20th Century Chinese Ming Urns

Materials

Metal

Burmese Arakan Bronze Crowned Buddha, 17th Century
Burmese Arakan Bronze Crowned Buddha, 17th Century

Burmese Arakan Bronze Crowned Buddha, 17th Century

Located in Austin, TX

This sculpture is reminiscent of Ming Dynasty Sino-Tibetan prototypes. The Buddha’s rounded, cherubic face is a direct reflection of Ming Dynasty images, while the double lotus base,...

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Antique 17th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

A Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Tripod Censer with Mark, 20th Century
A Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Tripod Censer with Mark, 20th Century

A Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Tripod Censer with Mark, 20th Century

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

A Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Tripod Censer with Mark, 20th Century Description: Featured with a tripod form, standing on three feet. The body is decorated with vibrant enamel floral a...

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20th Century Chinese Ming Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Large Pair of Chinese Candle Holders in a Patinated Verdagris Finish
Large Pair of Chinese Candle Holders in a Patinated Verdagris Finish

Large Pair of Chinese Candle Holders in a Patinated Verdagris Finish

Located in Dallas, TX

A large pair of Chinese bronze candle stands candlesticks in a patinated and verdigris finish. These large and impressive candle holders have three foo dog legs and a dragon wrappe...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

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Chinese Ming Bronze Incense Burner
Chinese Ming Bronze Incense Burner

Chinese Ming Bronze Incense Burner

Unavailable

H 6 in Dm 6 in

Chinese Ming Bronze Incense Burner

Located in SOMIS, CA

Solid bronze. Handmade. Made in the 18th century, of a Classic design dating 15th century Xuande period, Ming dynasty.

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Ming Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Chinese bronze Monkey, 17th Century, Ming Dynasty.
Chinese bronze Monkey, 17th Century, Ming Dynasty.

Chinese bronze Monkey, 17th Century, Ming Dynasty.

Unavailable

H 4.02 in W 4.02 in D 2.17 in

Chinese bronze Monkey, 17th Century, Ming Dynasty.

Located in Gargrave, North Yorkshire

Chinese bronze figure of a Monkey, 17th Century, Ming Dynasty.

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Metalwork

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Bronze

Ming Dignitary Patinated Bronze, 17th Century
Ming Dignitary Patinated Bronze, 17th Century

Ming Dignitary Patinated Bronze, 17th Century

Unavailable

H 13 in W 4.34 in D 3.55 in

Ming Dignitary Patinated Bronze, 17th Century

Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur

Standing in robe hands clasped, head wearing a crown.

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Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Ming Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Ming Dynasty Chinese Gilt Bronze Guardian Figures
Ming Dynasty Chinese Gilt Bronze Guardian Figures

Ming Dynasty Chinese Gilt Bronze Guardian Figures

Unavailable

H 13.78 in W 7.88 in D 5.12 in

Ming Dynasty Chinese Gilt Bronze Guardian Figures

Located in Brisbane, Queensland

A pair of Chinese gilt and polychrome bronze Buddhist guardians (Tienhuang) of the North and the South. Each one has been finely cast in full armor on a rock work platform. This pair...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Lacquered Bronze Sculptor of Dignitary, Ming 1600s
Chinese Lacquered Bronze Sculptor of Dignitary, Ming 1600s

Chinese Lacquered Bronze Sculptor of Dignitary, Ming 1600s

Unavailable

H 7.09 in W 2.37 in D 2.17 in

Chinese Lacquered Bronze Sculptor of Dignitary, Ming 1600s

Located in Niella Tanaro, IT

A bronze figure of dignitary with policromy and gilding.

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Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Laquered Bronze Sculpture of Dignitary, Ming, 1600s
Chinese Laquered Bronze Sculpture of Dignitary, Ming, 1600s

Chinese Laquered Bronze Sculpture of Dignitary, Ming, 1600s

Unavailable

H 7.49 in W 2.37 in D 2.17 in

Chinese Laquered Bronze Sculpture of Dignitary, Ming, 1600s

Located in Niella Tanaro, IT

A bronze figure of dignitary with trace of polychromy and gilding.

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Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

14th-15th Century China Bronze Vase Late Yuan / Early Ming Dynasty
14th-15th Century China Bronze Vase Late Yuan / Early Ming Dynasty

14th-15th Century China Bronze Vase Late Yuan / Early Ming Dynasty

Located in Liverpool, GB

14th-15th century China bronze vase late Yuan / early Ming Dynasty The vase has a round belly tapering upwards into a rather wide neck, based on a high foot.

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

15th Century Ming Dynasty Small Chinese Gilt Bronze and Cloisonné Round Box
15th Century Ming Dynasty Small Chinese Gilt Bronze and Cloisonné Round Box

15th Century Ming Dynasty Small Chinese Gilt Bronze and Cloisonné Round Box

Located in Paris, FR

The circular-shaped box, decorated with red, blue, yellow, green and white cloisonné enamels. The lid decorated with a stylized lotus pattern and floral scrolls. The base and the ins...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antiquities

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Pair of Ming Dynasty Bronze Candlesticks
Pair of Ming Dynasty Bronze Candlesticks

Pair of Ming Dynasty Bronze Candlesticks

Unavailable

H 10 in W 5 in D 5 in

Pair of Ming Dynasty Bronze Candlesticks

Located in Washington, DC

Rare and unique bronze candlesticks with handles crafted in the traditional dragon motif.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Metalwork

16th-17th Century Chinese Ming Dynasty Fu Dog Censer Incense Vase
16th-17th Century Chinese Ming Dynasty Fu Dog Censer Incense Vase

16th-17th Century Chinese Ming Dynasty Fu Dog Censer Incense Vase

Located in Hampstead, QC

This is a rare Chinese Ming Dynasty bronze Fu Dog figural bronze tripod lidded censer used for incense.

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Farewell My Concubine - Man carrying woman he loves
Farewell My Concubine - Man carrying woman he loves

Farewell My Concubine - Man carrying woman he loves

Located in Kuala Lumpur, MY

"The Han soldiers have captured the territory, and the enemy is in trouble from all sides. The king is exhausted, and how can I live with my humble concubine?". Turning around is bo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

17th Century, Important Bronze Chinese Vase
17th Century, Important Bronze Chinese Vase

17th Century, Important Bronze Chinese Vase

Unavailable

H 21.66 in W 9.45 in D 8.67 in

17th Century, Important Bronze Chinese Vase

Located in Madrid, ES

Important vase. Bronze with wood stand, china, 17th century. High: 55 cm. Baluster vase with lobed cut is which has a pair of chilong dragon handles to the sides. They are separate...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Large Black Lacquered Bronze Figure of Guandi
Large Black Lacquered Bronze Figure of Guandi

Large Black Lacquered Bronze Figure of Guandi

Unavailable

H 14.97 in W 7.88 in D 3.94 in

Large Black Lacquered Bronze Figure of Guandi

Located in Amsterdam, NL

A large black lacquered bronze figure of Guandi Ming dynasty, China Measure: Height 38 cm.

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Antique 1610s Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Mid-20th Century Chinese Bronze Box
Mid-20th Century Chinese Bronze Box

Mid-20th Century Chinese Bronze Box

Unavailable

H 4.73 in W 11.03 in D 11.03 in

Mid-20th Century Chinese Bronze Box

Located in CILAVEGNA, IT

Unique mid 20th century Chinese bronze box entirely hand-carved. The recurring motif in the details and in the final shape is the floral one: the box, seen from above, looks like a ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Ming Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Magnificent, Antique, Large, Gilt Bronze Buddha with Halo
Magnificent, Antique, Large, Gilt Bronze Buddha with Halo

Magnificent, Antique, Large, Gilt Bronze Buddha with Halo

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

This is just a spectacular, large gilt bronze Buddha with a headdress or halo that contains an incredible amount of detail. Buddha is standing on a lotus flower that rests on a stand...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Ming Style Coffee Table in Cashew Lacquer Finish with Metal Edge
Ming Style Coffee Table in Cashew Lacquer Finish with Metal Edge

Ming Style Coffee Table in Cashew Lacquer Finish with Metal Edge

By Gracie

Located in New York, NY

Coffee table in the style of a Chinese Ming dynasty table once owned by Gracie. The base of the legs have a slight curve. The wooden base is finished with many coats of hand rubb...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

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 Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

20th Century Chinese Cast Bronze Statue of Guan Yu with Guandao on Bespoke Stand
20th Century Chinese Cast Bronze Statue of Guan Yu with Guandao on Bespoke Stand

20th Century Chinese Cast Bronze Statue of Guan Yu with Guandao on Bespoke Stand

Located in Tonbridge, Kent

20th Century Chinese Cast Bronze Statue of Guan Yu with Guandao on Bespoke Wooden Stand Description: Presenting a captivating 20th-century Chinese cast bronze statue of Guan Yu, the...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Ming Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

A Mid 20th Century Chinese Cast Bronze Statue of Guan Yu with Guandao on Stand
A Mid 20th Century Chinese Cast Bronze Statue of Guan Yu with Guandao on Stand

A Mid 20th Century Chinese Cast Bronze Statue of Guan Yu with Guandao on Stand

Located in Tonbridge, Kent

20th Century Chinese Cast Bronze Statue of Guan Yu with Guandao on Bespoke Wooden Stand Description: Presenting a captivating 20th-century Chinese cast bronze statue of Guan Yu, the...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Ming Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Cantonese Polychromed Porcelain Lamp Monted on Gilt Bronze Base
19th Century Cantonese Polychromed Porcelain Lamp Monted on Gilt Bronze Base

19th Century Cantonese Polychromed Porcelain Lamp Monted on Gilt Bronze Base

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

19th polychromed enameled Chinese porcelain lamp base mounted on a LXVI style finely chassed gilt bronze base and top, decorated with rubans, floral wreatht, roses, buterflys, fruit...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Gem Side Table in Cast Bronze and Cast Glass
Gem Side Table in Cast Bronze and Cast Glass

Gem Side Table in Cast Bronze and Cast Glass

Unavailable

H 21 in W 12 in D 11.5 in

Gem Side Table in Cast Bronze and Cast Glass

By Gary Lee

Located in Chicago, IL

Drawing upon traditional bronze casting techniques, molten bronze is transformed and refined into its unique five-side base.

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

Store closing March 31.  Buddhist Monk Votive Figure 19th C Patina
Store closing March 31.  Buddhist Monk Votive Figure 19th C Patina

Store closing March 31. Buddhist Monk Votive Figure 19th C Patina

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Store closing March 31. A profoundly beautiful standing Buddhist monk with begging bowl. Myanmar (Burma), 19th century or earlier. Bronze with layered patina of gold and lacquer. Pla...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Burmese Ming Antiquities

Materials

Bronze, Gold Leaf

Alter Occasional Table in Metal and Cast Glass
Alter Occasional Table in Metal and Cast Glass

Alter Occasional Table in Metal and Cast Glass

Unavailable

H 22.25 in W 14.75 in D 14.75 in

Alter Occasional Table in Metal and Cast Glass

By Gary Lee

Located in Chicago, IL

Offering the ability to select the perfect combination, the frame is available in Brushed Bronze, Oiled Bronze or Dark Bronze finishes. The cast glass top is available in Clear Cast ...

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Bronze, Metal

Bond Cocktail Table in Metal, Stone and Glass
Bond Cocktail Table in Metal, Stone and Glass

Bond Cocktail Table in Metal, Stone and Glass

Unavailable

H 12.75 in W 60 in D 60 in

Bond Cocktail Table in Metal, Stone and Glass

By Gary Lee

Located in Chicago, IL

The metal frame is expertly crafted and is available in Brushed Bronze, Oiled Bronze and Dark Bronze finishes. The stone shelf, perfect for displaying your favorite objects or covete...

Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Limestone, Granite, Metal, Bronze, Stainless Steel

Monterrey Credenza in Wood and Metal
Monterrey Credenza in Wood and Metal

Monterrey Credenza in Wood and Metal

Unavailable

H 32.75 in W 96 in D 18 in

Monterrey Credenza in Wood and Metal

By Gary Lee

Located in Chicago, IL

The clean, crisp Light Oak finish as shown complements the Hand-Rubbed bronze metal top. Also available in Walnut finishes: Anthracite, Dark Cocoa, Dark Cocoa Ceruse, Mocha Ceruse, N...

Category

2010s American Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Paris Cocktail Table in Metal, Stone and Glass
Paris Cocktail Table in Metal, Stone and Glass

Paris Cocktail Table in Metal, Stone and Glass

Unavailable

H 17 in W 60 in D 30 in

Paris Cocktail Table in Metal, Stone and Glass

By Gary Lee

Located in Chicago, IL

The handcrafted metal frame is available in Brushed Bronze, Oiled Bronze or Dark Bronze finishes. Pair with Patera Limestone, Nordic Black Antique Granite, Nordic Black Polished Gran...

Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stone, Limestone, Granite, Metal

Fin Cocktail Table in Metal and Stone
Fin Cocktail Table in Metal and Stone

Fin Cocktail Table in Metal and Stone

Unavailable

H 14 in W 60 in D 60 in

Fin Cocktail Table in Metal and Stone

By Gary Lee

Located in Chicago, IL

The steel frame is available in Lacquered Black, Bronzed powder coat and Statuary Bronze powder coat finishes offering endless stone top and metal base finish options.

Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stone, Limestone, Granite, Metal, Steel

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Ming Bronze For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of ming bronze you’re looking for. An item from our selection of ming bronze — often made from metal, bronze and wood — can elevate any home. There are 93 variations of the antique or vintage choice in our collection of ming bronze you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the object in our assortment of ming bronze you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An option in this array of ming bronze is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one piece of ming bronze that is appealing in its simplicity, but Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, Wah Ming Chang and Karl Springer produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Ming Bronze?

The average selling price for a piece of ming bronze at 1stDibs is $3,000, while they’re typically $225 on the low end and $45,000 for the highest priced.