Ming Dynasty Art

peasant named Zhu Yuanzhang seized control of China and founded the Ming Dynasty in 1368. As emperor, he

Ming Horse on Plinth. Sancai Glaze. Court Attendant horse.

the end of the Song Dynasty (1279) this trend was reversed and by the Ming period such images are

A Ming dynasty white and blue globular vessel, portraying six figures in a fenced garden underneath

characteristics, but this tradition subsequently became less rigid. By the end of the Yuan Dynasty (AD 1367/8

examples tend to be male. From the end of the Song dynasty (1279) this trend was reversed and by the Ming

Blue and white wine jar with painted flower motif.

Rare and important pair of wucai enamels hexagonal porcelain vases decorated in underglazed cobalt blue, polychrome yellow and green enamels on an all-over iron-red geometric pattern...

Large Ming Dynasty seated sculpture of Maitreya

Chinese bronze figure of a Monkey, 17th Century, Ming Dynasty. The amusing study, cast as a seated

Chinese Hitching Post carved from ancient Limestone, used in Imperial China during the Ming Dynasty

Ming Dynasty Pottery Pot with Cream & Green Flower Decoration " Jane has a lovely collection

A Ming style Chinese pottery figure of an attendant, partially glazed on an attached hexagonal base.

Guan Yu was a historical figure who lived during the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty and the Three

is illustrated in "Ming Ceramics in the British Museum," Jessica Harrison-Hall. P411. plate 13:5

peasant named Zhu Yuanzhang seized control of China and founded the Ming dynasty in 1368. As emperor, he

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...

***SUMMER SALE*** This Ming dynasty scholar’s document box was skillfully crafted from wood

This large, Ming Dynasty style painting is a faithful yet nuanced reproduction of "Contemplation

not until the rise of the Ming Dynasty that glazed sculptural tiles became a popular decorative device

, Jiangxi province, China, Ming dynasty, circa 1573-1620. Similar vase is illustrated in "Ming Ceramic

Pair of suantouping (garlic head) vases in white-covered sandstone. Some frittings otherwise in very good condition ! China, 17th century or earlier.

A fine green-glazed Chinese Ming Dynasty earthenware figure, depicting a official. The statue has

Offered is this authentic Chinese antique Ming dynasty (1368-1644) iron figure depicting the deity

Ming Dynasty tomb statue depicting a seated Scholar. Terracotta glazed and painted in green, yellow

Large scalloped dish called "Swatow" in porcelain with flared rim, with underglaze blue decoration : the basin decorated with deers in a landscape, the descent decorated with prunus ...

Ming dynasty Chinese Porcelain celadon bowl. Purchased from a NYC collector. Measures: 12.5 inches

Large porcelain charger in the style of the Ming dynasty. Hand-painted in a traditional figural

during the mid-Ming dynasty when hardwood imports were banned and the material was very scarce. The

forged in the late Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Minor repair to one of the legs at base of candlestick.

impressive piece is enhanced by a scalloped edge in the Ming style.

Pair of Chinese green glazed pottery statues, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Comprising two male

A Wucai porcelain square dish, decorated in cobalt underglazed blue and polychrome enamels with the rare feiyu winged dragon pattern in the centre. The borders with carps and aquatic...

dates to the transitional period between the end of the Yuan Dynasty and the start of the Ming Dynasty

for person ordering this piece. A great example demonstrating the simplicity and elegance Ming style

14th-15th century China bronze vase late Yuan / early Ming Dynasty The vase has a round belly

A porcelain 16th century Swatow gendi

Lovely pair of mounted courtiers. Much of the original paint is still in evidence. Beautiful detail of costume and features. Heads are detached with pleasant expressions.

the mid Ming dynasty. Huanghuali was the most precious Chinese hardwood used during the Ming dynasty

A fine green-glazed Chinese Ming Dynasty earthenware figure, depicting a official. The statue has

a Kiri Japanese wooden box. Jingdezhen, Jiangxi province, China, Ming Dynasty, circa 1540-1600.     

A fine green-glazed Chinese Ming Dynasty earthenware figure. In form of a female funeral guide

based on Chinese paintings masterpieces dating from the Tang through the Qing Dynasty. Yang pushes the

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

dynasty (618-906 A.D.). While lions are not native to China, works of art with lion imagery from other

chairs dates to the transitorial period between the late Ming and early Qing dynasties. These iconic

A green and ochre antique Chinese glazed earthenware wedding bed roof tile from the Ming dynasty in

This elegantly shaped Northern elm table is a great example of Shanxi province’s vernacular furniture. Shape and style suggest it was used as an offering table in front of a long al...

A fine green-glazed Chinese Ming Dynasty earthenware figure, depicting a knight or officer at horse

Ceramic is so well made, it feels and sounds like a metal. The script and the ornaments are egged in to the surface.

based on Chinese paintings masterpieces dating from the Tang through the Qing Dynasty. Yang pushes the

stylistically similar box in the Mc Laren collection. (A Search for the earliest Ming; in. Transactions of the

incised details such as eyes and mane. Ming Dynasty 17th century.

This outstanding fossilised skeleton is that of the ancestral crocodile species Steneosaurus bollensis that lived during the early Jurassic period. The skeleton, complete with armour...

Figure of a Chanting Warrior Ceramic with bitumen highlights 300-600 CE (Classic Period) Mexico, Veracruz, possibly Nopiloa Veracruz Culture Pre-Columbian, Mexico, Vera Cruz culture...

French portrait of a nobleman, 17th Century, great condition. With a beautiful carved wooden frame.

This double-spouted vessel originates from the Peru and is distinguished by its sculptural anthropomorphic design. One of the chambers is shaped as a human figure with a triangular f...

The vase is raised on a slightly splayed foot and flanked on the tall cylindrical neck by a pair of mask handles. The body is molded with lotus scroll pattern between a floral scroll...

Provenance: with Leo Blumenreich and Julius Böhler, Munich, 1924 Dr. Frederic Goldstein Oppenheimer (1881-1963), San Antonio, Texas; by whom given to: Abraham M. Adler, New York, un...

Spirally moulded and painted with bands of overlapping petal panels of figured riverscapes Period : Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period Production Date : 1690-1699 Made in : Jingdezhen Dest...

Cloisonné enamel vase of baluster form and lobed sides decorated with foliage and flowers on a black background, gilt copper neck and base. Around 1900 Period: Qing Dynasty Type: Va...

Beautiful late 15th-century Burgundian Netherlandish portrait of a woman. Carved walnut. Original polychrome has been removed with traces at base and lower portions of figure. Minor ...

A three-quarter length portrait of Anne, Lady Russell, later Countess of Bedford (1615-1684), in a blue dress. Attributed to Sir Anthony Van Dyck.  Anne Carr, Lady Russell, an estee...

Each teabowl is delicately painted with blue pigments, showcasing scenes of mountains, trees, boats, figures, and animals. The graceful brushstrokes and gentle curves evoke tradition...

Marinus van Reymerswaele c.1490 – c.1546 Dutch The Tax Collectors 16th century Oil on wood panel Marinus van Reymerswaele stands among the greatest and most beloved artists of 16t...