Ming Dynasty Glazed
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures
Pottery
Antique 19th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Antiquities
Terracotta
Antique Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
Ceramic, Wood
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
Pottery
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Antiquities
Ceramic
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics
Terracotta
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures
Pottery
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Ming Antiquities
Pottery
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Ming Antiquities
Pottery
Antique 16th Century Chinese Jars
Sandstone
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Ming Antiquities
Pottery
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Ming Antiquities
Pottery
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Ming Antiquities
Pottery
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Ming Antiquities
Pottery
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Ming Antiquities
Pottery
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Ming Antiquities
Pottery
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Ming Antiquities
Pottery
Antique Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics
Ceramic
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Ming Antiquities
Pottery
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antiquities
Pottery
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics
Ceramic
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics
Stoneware
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures
Pottery
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Ming Antiquities
Celadon
Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
Ceramic, Wood
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ceramics
Pottery
Antique 15th Century and Earlier East Asian Ming Antiquities
Celadon
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Ming Antiquities
Pottery
Antique 15th Century and Earlier East Asian Ming Antiquities
Celadon
Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics
Terracotta
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics
Stoneware
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Antiquities
Terracotta
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
Pottery
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
Ceramic, Earthenware
Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Jars
Ceramic
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antiquities
Terracotta
Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Jars
Stoneware
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Ming Antiquities
Pottery
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
Stoneware
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Ming Antiquities
Celadon
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics
Stoneware
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics
Stoneware
Antique 16th Century Indonesian Ming Antiquities
Ceramic
Antique 17th Century Indonesian Ming Antiquities
Ceramic, Porcelain
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
Terracotta
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics
Pottery
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Ming Antiquities
Celadon
Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Jars
Stoneware
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
Ceramic, Pottery
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics
Stoneware
Antique 16th Century Vietnamese Ming Antiquities
Ceramic
Antique 16th Century Hong Kong Ming Antiquities
Pottery
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Antiquities
Pottery
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Ceramics
Ceramic
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antiquities
Terracotta
Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics
Terracotta
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A Close Look at Ming Furniture
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify Ming dynasty furniture, first check the legs, back, undersides and other inconspicuous areas to see if you can locate any maker's markings. If you do, snap a photo with your phone and perform a reverse image search. You may be able to determine the maker and year of production. The Ming dynasty lasted from 1368 to 1644 in China. Furniture from this time period often features natural woods and shows off simple lines. Because artisans working during the era typically used mortise and tenon joinery, authentic Ming Dynasty furnishings will usually not have any visible nails or screws. However, there are many convincing reproductions on the market, so experts generally recommend having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer perform the identification process for you. Shop a collection of Ming dynasty furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A Ming dynasty vase is going to be worth a lot. In 2021, a blue and white Chinese bowl was bought at a yard sale in Connecticut that turned out to be a rare Ming dynasty-era ceramic work. It is estimated to be valued at between $300,000 and $500,000. Shop a range of antique and vintage vases on 1stDibs.








