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Ming Dynasty Jade

Chinese Yellow and Russet Jade Mythical Beast, Ming Dynasty or Earlier
Chinese Yellow and Russet Jade Mythical Beast, Ming Dynasty or Earlier

Chinese Yellow and Russet Jade Mythical Beast, Ming Dynasty or Earlier

Located in Austin, TX

A superb Chinese yellow and russet nephrite jade carving of a mythical beast, Ming Dynasty (1368 to 1644) or earlier, China The mythical beast is portrayed with feline features, i...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Chinese Carved Celadon and Russet Jade Mythical Animal, Ming Dynasty or Earlier
Chinese Carved Celadon and Russet Jade Mythical Animal, Ming Dynasty or Earlier

Chinese Carved Celadon and Russet Jade Mythical Animal, Ming Dynasty or Earlier

Located in Austin, TX

A fine and unusual carving of a mythical animal, possibly a pixiu, of celadon and russet nephrite jade, Ming Dynasty or earlier, China. The mythical animal masterfully carved as a...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

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17th Century, Jade Disc 'Bi', Ming Dynasty, Art of China
17th Century, Jade Disc 'Bi', Ming Dynasty, Art of China

17th Century, Jade Disc 'Bi', Ming Dynasty, Art of China

Located in Central Hong-Kong, HK

Art of China 17th century, Ming Dynasty ? Jade.  

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Other Antiquities

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Jade

17th Century, Jade Disc 'Bi', Ming Dynasty, Art of China
17th Century, Jade Disc 'Bi', Ming Dynasty, Art of China

17th Century, Jade Disc 'Bi', Ming Dynasty, Art of China

Located in Central Hong-Kong, HK

Art of China 17th century, Ming Dynasty ? Jade.  

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Other Antiquities

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Jade

China Fine Antique Jade Celadon Entertainer for after Life, Ming Dynasty
China Fine Antique Jade Celadon Entertainer for after Life, Ming Dynasty

China Fine Antique Jade Celadon Entertainer for after Life, Ming Dynasty

Located in South Burlington, VT

China, a finely carved antique celadon round form jade of an entertainer for after life These are often referred to as foreigners in China. Would make an exquisite pendant. T...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

China Fine Antique Jade Celadon Lion and Tiger Pair, Ming Dynasty
China Fine Antique Jade Celadon Lion and Tiger Pair, Ming Dynasty

China Fine Antique Jade Celadon Lion and Tiger Pair, Ming Dynasty

Located in South Burlington, VT

China, a finely carved antique celadon jade of a cat kingdom pair: lion with mounted tiger - a significant jade ornament with a classic rich celadon colors picked out with dark accen...

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Chinese Ming Dynasty Jade Monkey Necklace
Chinese Ming Dynasty Jade Monkey Necklace

Chinese Ming Dynasty Jade Monkey Necklace

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

This fine Chinese Ming dynasty jade monkey of rust color has been well preserved and is presented on a more recent but still old necklace for display.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Asian Ming Antiquities

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Chinese Ming Dynasty Carved and Pierced Jade Plaque
Chinese Ming Dynasty Carved and Pierced Jade Plaque

Chinese Ming Dynasty Carved and Pierced Jade Plaque

Located in Bridgeport, CT

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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A Rare Chinese Antique Nephrite Jade Bead Amulet.Ming Dynasty
A Rare Chinese Antique Nephrite Jade Bead Amulet.Ming Dynasty

A Rare Chinese Antique Nephrite Jade Bead Amulet.Ming Dynasty

Located in London, GB

A very rare Chinese Nephrite Jade Bead-Amulet. Ming Dynasty or earlier. In good condition commensurate with age.

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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A Fine Archaistic Chinese jade gui (ritual sceptre) Ming dynasty.
A Fine Archaistic Chinese jade gui (ritual sceptre) Ming dynasty.

A Fine Archaistic Chinese jade gui (ritual sceptre) Ming dynasty.

Located in London, GB

Archaistic jade gui (ritual sceptre). China Ming or Qing dynasty, 16th-17th century AD A gui, a rectangular tablet with a pointed end, was an emblem of office that was held uprig...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

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Ming Dynasty Jade For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the ming dynasty jade you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, stone and steel, every ming dynasty jade was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a ming dynasty jade, we have 12 options in-stock, while there are 5 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a ming dynasty jade — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A ming dynasty jade, designed in the industrial style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made ming dynasty jade over the years, but those crafted by Jim Rose and Charlotte Horstmann are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Ming Dynasty Jade?

Prices for a ming dynasty jade start at $125 and top out at $18,500 with the average selling for $4,650.

Finding the Right Asian Art And Furniture for You

From Japanese handmade earthenware pottery, originating circa 14,500 B.C. and adorned with elaborate corded patterns known as jōmon, to natural elm case pieces and storage cabinets built in Qing dynasty–era China to mid-century Thai rice-paper charcoal rubbings, antique and vintage Asian art and furniture make for wonderful additions to all kinds of contemporary interiors.

Eastern elements elevate any home’s decor. Introduce zen sensibility to your living room, dining room and bedroom with the neutral color palettes and the natural materials such as rattan, bamboo and elm that we typically associate with traditional Asian furniture. Decorative handwoven embroideries and textiles originating from India and elsewhere on the continent, which can be draped over a bed or sofa or used as a wall hanging, can be as practical as they are functional, just as you wouldn’t seek out Japanese room-divider screens — often decorated with paintings but constructed to be lightweight and mobile — merely for privacy.

With everything from blanket chests to lighting fixtures to sculptures and carvings, it’s easy to tastefully bring serenity to your living space by looking to the treasures for which the East has long been known.

For British-born furniture designer Andrianna Shamaris, the Japanese concept of beauty in imperfection isn’t limited to her Wabi Sabi collection. She embraces it in her New York City apartment as well. In the living area, for instance, she retained the fireplace’s original black marble while swathing its frame and the rest of the room in bright white.

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Questions About Ming Dynasty Jade

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To 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, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A number of dynasties were known for creating bi discs of jade. They include the Shang Dynasty from 1600 to 1046 BC, the Zhou Dynasty from 1046 to 256 BC and the Han dynasty from 202 BC to 220 AD. Find a collection of jade jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.