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Procession, China, Ming Dynasty
Procession, China, Ming Dynasty

Procession, China, Ming Dynasty, Ming Dynasty

$19,000

H 19 in W 36 in D 12 in

Procession, China, Ming Dynasty

Located in Palm Desert, CA

The piece is from the Ming Dynasty and is unsigned.

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15th Century and Earlier Ming Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Large Wood Sculpture of Boddhisatva Head Ming Dynasty
Large Wood Sculpture of Boddhisatva Head Ming Dynasty

Large Wood Sculpture of Boddhisatva Head Ming Dynasty

Located in Atlanta, GA

Large antique Chinese carved wood sculpture of a Boddhisattva head circa 16-17th century from Ming Dynasty.

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Chinese Ming Dynasty Sancai Glazed Pottery Architectural Model, 16th Century
Chinese Ming Dynasty Sancai Glazed Pottery Architectural Model, 16th Century

Chinese Ming Dynasty Sancai Glazed Pottery Architectural Model, 16th Century

Located in Austin, TX

An unusually large Chinese Ming Dynasty glazed pottery architectural model of a shrine or cabinet, Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644), circa 16th century, China. The shrine model crafted o...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

Chinese Ming Dynasty Iron Standing Guanyin Sculpture
Chinese Ming Dynasty Iron Standing Guanyin Sculpture

Chinese Ming Dynasty Iron Standing Guanyin Sculpture

Located in Dallas, TX

This Ming Dynasty iron-standing Guanyin sculpture from China in the 16th century is a masterpiece of cast iron with a rustic patina wear and a faded washed gold leaf finish.

Category

Antique 16th Century Asian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron, Gold Leaf

Ming Dynasty Carved Ancestor Figure
Ming Dynasty Carved Ancestor Figure

Ming Dynasty Carved Ancestor Figure

$4,500

H 16 in W 9 in D 7 in

Ming Dynasty Carved Ancestor Figure

Located in Chicago, IL

Marvel at the exquisite artistry of this carved wood Chinese Ming Dynasty (1368 to 1644) ancestor figure—a captivating depiction of a seated man adorned in the distinguished attire o...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Ming Dynasty-inspired Guanyin Wooden Sculpture
Early 20th Century Ming Dynasty-inspired Guanyin Wooden Sculpture

Early 20th Century Ming Dynasty-inspired Guanyin Wooden Sculpture

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Inspired by the Ming Dynasty, this elegant statue of Guanyin, Goddess of Compassion, was hand carved in the 20th century. The artist captures the timeless and spiritual aura of Guany...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique Ming Dynasty Chinese Earthenware Horse Sculpture Míngqì Tomb Figure
Antique Ming Dynasty Chinese Earthenware Horse Sculpture Míngqì Tomb Figure

Antique Ming Dynasty Chinese Earthenware Horse Sculpture Míngqì Tomb Figure

Located in Forney, TX

A scarce 600 year old (approx) Chinese pottery Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) large glazed earthenware míngqì tomb figure, modeled as horse sculpture with saddle, stirrups, and integral ba...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Earthenware

Ming Dynasty Period Male Foo Dog Guardian Lion Hand-Carved Sculpture
Ming Dynasty Period Male Foo Dog Guardian Lion Hand-Carved Sculpture

Ming Dynasty Period Male Foo Dog Guardian Lion Hand-Carved Sculpture

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Ming Dynasty period (1368 - 1644) hand-carved stone Foo Dog guardian lion sculpture depicting a male placing his paw atop a ball.

Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Ming Dynasty Songzi Guanyin with Child
Ming Dynasty Songzi Guanyin with Child

Ming Dynasty Songzi Guanyin with Child

$1,200

H 10 in W 5.25 in D 3 in

Ming Dynasty Songzi Guanyin with Child

Located in Dallas, TX

A Chinese Fahua glazed pottery figure of Songzi Guanyin with child. A rare yellow, turquoise and green glazed statue of Guanyin with downward gaze holding a baby on her left knee wit...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

Chinese Ming Dynasty Carved Wood Budda
Chinese Ming Dynasty Carved Wood Budda

Chinese Ming Dynasty Carved Wood Budda

$4,500

H 40 in W 14 in D 9 in

Chinese Ming Dynasty Carved Wood Budda

Located in Dallas, TX

A carved wood Budda from the Shanxi region, made during the Ming Dynasty. The carved figure has an ancient polychrome finish.

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Antique Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Ming Dynasty Blue Glazed Terra Cotta Bird
Ming Dynasty Blue Glazed Terra Cotta Bird

Ming Dynasty Blue Glazed Terra Cotta Bird

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ming Dynasty Blue Glazed Terra Cotta Bird. Very rare early Ming Dynasty Blue Glazed Terra Cotta sourced from our Paris Offices at Chateau de Vitray. Beautiful blue tone glazing.

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Antique Late 17th Century Chinese Ming Animal Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Pair Ming Dynasty Glazed Pottery Dignitary Figures
Pair Ming Dynasty Glazed Pottery Dignitary Figures

Pair Ming Dynasty Glazed Pottery Dignitary Figures

Located in Dallas, TX

A pair of Ming dynasty sancai blue glazed pottery figures. Circa 1500 AD Ming Dynasty I have owned over 250 ming tomb figures including over 80 dignitary figures and these are ra...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed Wood Horseman
Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed Wood Horseman

Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed Wood Horseman

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, an antique Chinese Ming Dynasty hand carved glazed wood horse with rider. Dimensions: 22' H x 22" W x 5.5" D Delivery within 200 miles from San Diego CA is...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Guan Yin Figure Early Ming Dynasty
Chinese Guan Yin Figure Early Ming Dynasty

Chinese Guan Yin Figure Early Ming Dynasty

$16,057

H 22.84 in W 12.21 in D 9.06 in

Chinese Guan Yin Figure Early Ming Dynasty

Located in Lymington, GB

A rare Chinese Guan Yin figure, early Ming dynasty (1368-1644). Beautifully painted carved wood retaining a significant amount of its apparently original polychrome decoration.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Tall Ming Dynasty Sancai Glazed Dignitary Tomb Figures
Tall Ming Dynasty Sancai Glazed Dignitary Tomb Figures

Tall Ming Dynasty Sancai Glazed Dignitary Tomb Figures

Located in Dallas, TX

A Pair of Chinese Enameled Sancai Glazed Pottery Attendant Figures Representing Dignitaries. Ming Dynasty Period. Circa 1600AD Dimensions; 23 x 5.5 x 5.25 inches (58.4 x 13.7 x 13.3 ...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

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

Taoist bronze figure China, Ming dynasty, 16th century

$7,645

H 12.01 in W 6.89 in D 3.15 in

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. This Taoist bron...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Ming Dynasty Porcelain Shou Lau Figure
Ming Dynasty Porcelain Shou Lau Figure

Ming Dynasty Porcelain Shou Lau Figure

$90,000

H 32 in W 17.25 in D 11.25 in

Ming Dynasty Porcelain Shou Lau Figure

Located in Queens, NY

Asian Chinese (Ming Dynasty-Circa 1500) blue & green porcelain Shou Lau seated figure with oversize head (symbolism of longevity & luck) on a base supported with 4 figures.

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

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. The young Prince Siddhartha, who would grow up to become the Buddha, is portrayed standing, one hand...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Ming Dynasty Terracotta Courtsman Statuette with Original Polychromy
Chinese Ming Dynasty Terracotta Courtsman Statuette with Original Polychromy

Chinese Ming Dynasty Terracotta Courtsman Statuette with Original Polychromy

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Ming Dynasty painted terracotta courtsman figure with original polychromy. Attracting our eye with its weathered appearance and subtle polychromy, this Ming Dynasty terraco...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Terracotta

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

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Ming Dynasty Terracotta Court Official Statuette, Original Polychromy
Chinese Ming Dynasty Terracotta Court Official Statuette, Original Polychromy

Chinese Ming Dynasty Terracotta Court Official Statuette, Original Polychromy

Located in Yonkers, NY

A petite Chinese Ming dynasty green glazed terracotta court official figurine from the 15th or 16th century, with original polychromy. Attracting our eye with its vibrant polychromy,...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Terracotta

Song to Ming Dynasty Cast Iron Daoist Buddhist Head
Song to Ming Dynasty Cast Iron Daoist Buddhist Head

Song to Ming Dynasty Cast Iron Daoist Buddhist Head

Located in Dallas, TX

Please also consider Avantique’s antique and ancient Asian Art Collection of Han Dynasty, Tang Dynasty, Ming Dynasty, Qing, and Republic period items to complete your home and office...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Busts

Materials

Iron

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty Provenance: Private Old Australian Collection Acquired in Beijing Market in 1980s. Description: The cavity in the back...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Early Ming Dynasty Chinese Buddha Statue, circa 14th Century
Early Ming Dynasty Chinese Buddha Statue, circa 14th Century

Early Ming Dynasty Chinese Buddha Statue, circa 14th Century

Located in Dallas, TX

A very fine late Yuan to early Ming Chinese terracotta gilt and polychrome painted Buddha figure, he is dressed in thick robes, his hair arranged in typical early song or Yuan dynast...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Chinese Sancai Glazed Buddhist Arhat, Ming Dynasty, c. 1600
Chinese Sancai Glazed Buddhist Arhat, Ming Dynasty, c. 1600

Chinese Sancai Glazed Buddhist Arhat, Ming Dynasty, c. 1600

Located in Chicago, IL

This exquisitely formed monumental ceramic Arhat dates to the Ming dynasty (1368-1644) and has likely been separated from its original full body sculpture.

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Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty Provenance: Private Australian Collection Acquired in the Beijing Market in 1980s. Description: The cavity in the ba...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Chinese Ancient Acrobat Entertainers Collection, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644
Chinese Ancient Acrobat Entertainers Collection, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644

Chinese Ancient Acrobat Entertainers Collection, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644

$4,800Sale Price / set|26% Off

H 9 in W 7 in D 1.5 in

Chinese Ancient Acrobat Entertainers Collection, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644

Located in South Burlington, VT

Ancient Chinese collection of twelve (12) acrobatic entertainers each performing a unique twisting profile , some with with cymbal and drum attributes, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644. Unmi...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Chinese Ming Dynasty Carved, Painted and Giltwood Amitayus Buddha
Chinese Ming Dynasty Carved, Painted and Giltwood Amitayus Buddha

Chinese Ming Dynasty Carved, Painted and Giltwood Amitayus Buddha

Located in Austin, TX

A beautiful and serene Chinese Ming dynasty carved wood figure of the Buddha Amitayus, the Buddha of long life, and a form of Amitabha Buddha. He is seated in dhyanassana, dressed in...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Chinese Ming Dynasty Antique Sancai Glazed Attendants Tomb Figure Pair
Chinese Ming Dynasty Antique Sancai Glazed Attendants Tomb Figure Pair

Chinese Ming Dynasty Antique Sancai Glazed Attendants Tomb Figure Pair

Located in Forney, TX

The production of mingqi was a significant industry during the Ming Dynasty, and many skilled artisans were employed to create these objects.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Important Ancient Chinese Effigy  Pug Dog, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644
Important Ancient Chinese Effigy  Pug Dog, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644

Important Ancient Chinese Effigy Pug Dog, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644

$6,650Sale Price|21% Off

H 15 in W 7 in D 8 in

Important Ancient Chinese Effigy Pug Dog, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644

Located in South Burlington, VT

China, a carving of a canine “Pug”, Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644 CE Dimensions: 38 cm, 15” High Photographs taken indoors and out of doors for your viewing pleasure. The hand carved...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

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. Guanyin, the bodhisattva...

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Antique Early 1600s Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

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

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Carved Wood Bodhisattva Guanyin, Late Ming Dynasty, 17th Century
Chinese Carved Wood Bodhisattva Guanyin, Late Ming Dynasty, 17th Century

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,...

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Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Gesso, Wood

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty Provenance: Private Old Australian Collection Acquired in Beijing Market in 1980s. Description: The cavity in...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty Provenance: Private Old Australian Collection Acquired in Beijing Market in 1980s. Description: The cavity ...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

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

Materials

Jade

Ming Dynasty Polychrome Lacquer and Gilt Iron Figure of Ananda
Ming Dynasty Polychrome Lacquer and Gilt Iron Figure of Ananda

Ming Dynasty Polychrome Lacquer and Gilt Iron Figure of Ananda

Located in Austin, TX

Ananda is portrayed in a typical fashion, as a youthful monk with a shaved head and dressed in simple robes. He stands upon a double lotus pedestal with hands clasped in front of him...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

18th Century Polychrome Wood Statue of A Mongo Warrior Guard Ming Dynasty
18th Century Polychrome Wood Statue of A Mongo Warrior Guard Ming Dynasty

18th Century Polychrome Wood Statue of A Mongo Warrior Guard Ming Dynasty

Located in Somis, CA

This all-original example represents a rare and significant survival of Ming dynasty polychrome sculpture, remarkable both for its imposing presence and for the depth of history it e...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

An Important Chinese Carved Wood Figure of Guanyin, Ming Dynasty, 17th Century
An Important Chinese Carved Wood Figure of Guanyin, Ming Dynasty, 17th Century

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...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Pair Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed Buddhist Lions and Attendants, 17th Century
Pair Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed Buddhist Lions and Attendants, 17th Century

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.

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Antique Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Set of Refine Ming Dynasty Green Glazed Attendants and a Sedan Chair
Set of Refine Ming Dynasty Green Glazed Attendants and a Sedan Chair

Set of Refine Ming Dynasty Green Glazed Attendants and a Sedan Chair

$3,300Sale Price / set|31% Off

H 16 in W 5 in D 4 in

Set of Refine Ming Dynasty Green Glazed Attendants and a Sedan Chair

Located in Greenwich, CT

A set of very refined green glazed attendants and one sedan chair, each with benevolent facial expression, beautiful colors and lines, Ming dynasty 1368-1644. Three glazed attendants...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Pottery

Pair of Ming Dynasty Fish Roof Tiles, circa 1600
Pair of Ming Dynasty Fish Roof Tiles, circa 1600

Pair of Ming Dynasty Fish Roof Tiles, circa 1600

$17,500

H 13 in W 6.25 in D 5.5 in

Pair of Ming Dynasty Fish Roof Tiles, circa 1600

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Ming dynasty fish roof tiles, circa 1600.

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Chinese Ming Dynasty Architectural Terracotta Roof Tile Figure Qilin Foo Dog pr
Chinese Ming Dynasty Architectural Terracotta Roof Tile Figure Qilin Foo Dog pr

Chinese Ming Dynasty Architectural Terracotta Roof Tile Figure Qilin Foo Dog pr

Located in Forney, TX

A remarkable pair of large Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) earthenware Imperial roof decorations - ornamental architectural terracotta roof tile beasts. 15th/16th century or earlier, North...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Earthenware, Terracotta

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

Materials

Jade

Pair Large Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed and Painted Pottery Figures, 16th Century
Pair Large Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed and Painted Pottery Figures, 16th Century

Pair Large Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed and Painted Pottery Figures, 16th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A striking pair of large Chinese glazed and painted pottery figures, Ming Dynasty (1368 to 1644), circa 16th century, China. The impressive and realistically modeled figures each ...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Pottery

Ming Dynasty Hand-Painted Porcelain Plate on Stand, 16th Century
Ming Dynasty Hand-Painted Porcelain Plate on Stand, 16th Century

Ming Dynasty Hand-Painted Porcelain Plate on Stand, 16th Century

Located in New York, NY

16th century China Ming Dynasty hand painted porcelain plate on stand. Dragon motif.

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Mounted Objects

Materials

Porcelain

A large wood Buddha/Guanyin with traces of pigments Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
A large wood Buddha/Guanyin with traces of pigments Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)

A large wood Buddha/Guanyin with traces of pigments Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)

By Master

Located in Vienna, AT

A LARGE WOOD FIGURE OF GUANYIN WITH TRACES OF PIGMENTS MING DYNASTY (1368-1644) The bodhisattva is shown seated in padmasana, wearing long flowing robes, a bejewelled necklace and a ...

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Antique Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

16th Century Ming Dynasty Ceramic Submerged Cup on Stand, China
16th Century Ming Dynasty Ceramic Submerged Cup on Stand, China

16th Century Ming Dynasty Ceramic Submerged Cup on Stand, China

Located in New York, NY

16thc China ceramic cup discovered from ship wreck on stand. From the Ming dynasty. Beautiful natural weathered patina. Stand measure 5" x 3.5"

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Mounted Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Small Cizhou Glazed Figure of a Daoist Deity, Song to Ming Dynasty
Chinese Small Cizhou Glazed Figure of a Daoist Deity, Song to Ming Dynasty

Chinese Small Cizhou Glazed Figure of a Daoist Deity, Song to Ming Dynasty

Located in Austin, TX

A small and charming Chinese cizhou ware glazed pottery figure of a Taoist deity or official, Song to Ming Dynasty, 13th - 15th century, China, ex. Christie's NY. The small figur...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stoneware

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

$14,703

H 13 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in

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

Materials

Iron

Chinese Ming Dynasty Gilt Iron Head of Buddha, Ca. 17th Century
Chinese Ming Dynasty Gilt Iron Head of Buddha, Ca. 17th Century

Chinese Ming Dynasty Gilt Iron Head of Buddha, Ca. 17th Century

Located in New York, NY

Chinese Ming Dynasty Gilt Iron Head of Buddha, Ca. 17th Century DETAILS Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) DIMENSIONS: Width: 10 inches Wid...

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Antique 17th Century Japanese Japonisme Busts

Materials

Iron

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

$5,596Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 4 in W 3.25 in D 2.5 in

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. Procured from an important New York Collect...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Carved Wood Standing Figure of Guanyin in the Ming Dynasty Style
Chinese Carved Wood Standing Figure of Guanyin in the Ming Dynasty Style

Chinese Carved Wood Standing Figure of Guanyin in the Ming Dynasty Style

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

A Chinese carved wood standing figure of Guanyin in the Ming dynasty style, with polychrome application, the hair tied back into an elaborate high chignon, with her left hand raised,...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Rare 16th century Chinese wooden Buddha statue from China
Rare 16th century Chinese wooden Buddha statue from China

Rare 16th century Chinese wooden Buddha statue from China

$28,137

H 16.82 in W 11.26 in D 8.55 in

Rare 16th century Chinese wooden Buddha statue from China

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This rare 16th century Chinese wooden Buddha statue is an exceptional example of Ming dynasty devotional sculpture, originating from China and distinguished by its historical authent...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

China Antique Pair "Spirit Path" Horse Sculptures, Ming Dynasty 500 Years Old
China Antique Pair "Spirit Path" Horse Sculptures, Ming Dynasty 500 Years Old

China Antique Pair "Spirit Path" Horse Sculptures, Ming Dynasty 500 Years Old

Located in South Burlington, VT

China, a monumental pair (2) of 500 year old lime stone “Spirit Path” Equine horse head sculptures. Ming dynasty, (1368-1644 CE). Please view our video.

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Statues

Materials

Limestone

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Ming Dynasty Seated Sculpture of Maitreya
Ming Dynasty Seated Sculpture of Maitreya

Ming Dynasty Seated Sculpture of Maitreya

Unavailable

H 48 in W 28 in D 20 in

Ming Dynasty Seated Sculpture of Maitreya

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Large Ming Dynasty seated sculpture of Maitreya

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Ming Dynasty Stone Sculpture of Guan Yu
Ming Dynasty Stone Sculpture of Guan Yu

Ming Dynasty Stone Sculpture of Guan Yu

Unavailable

H 24 in W 18.5 in D 16 in

Ming Dynasty Stone Sculpture of Guan Yu

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This remarkable stone sculpture is a testament to the popularity of Guan Yu during the Ming era.

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Ming Dynasty Lacquered Wood Sculpture of Guanyin
Ming Dynasty Lacquered Wood Sculpture of Guanyin

Ming Dynasty Lacquered Wood Sculpture of Guanyin

Unavailable

H 40 in W 12 in D 12 in

Ming Dynasty Lacquered Wood Sculpture of Guanyin

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Upon leading a victorious rebellion against the foreign Mongol rulers of the Yuan Dynasty, a peasant named Zhu Yuanzhang seized control of China and founded the Ming dynasty in 1368.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Ming Dynasty Wooden Guanyin
Ming Dynasty Wooden Guanyin

Ming Dynasty Wooden Guanyin

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H 48 in W 23 in D 24 in

Ming Dynasty Wooden Guanyin

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Upon leading a victorious rebellion against the foreign Mongul rulers of the Yuan Dynasty, a peasant named Zhu Yuanzhang seized control of China and founded the Ming Dynasty in 1368....

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Ming Dynasty Wooden Polychromed Bodhisattva
Ming Dynasty Wooden Polychromed Bodhisattva

Ming Dynasty Wooden Polychromed Bodhisattva

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H 40 in W 17 in D 15 in

Ming Dynasty Wooden Polychromed Bodhisattva

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

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

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Ming Dynasty Wooden Polychromed Guanyin
Ming Dynasty Wooden Polychromed Guanyin

Ming Dynasty Wooden Polychromed Guanyin

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H 40 in W 24 in D 20 in

Ming Dynasty Wooden Polychromed Guanyin

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

From the end of the Song dynasty (1279) this trend was reversed and by the Ming period such images are clearly feminine.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Ming Dynasty Lacquered Wood Guanyin
Ming Dynasty Lacquered Wood Guanyin

Ming Dynasty Lacquered Wood Guanyin

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H 33 in W 19.5 in D 16 in

Ming Dynasty Lacquered Wood Guanyin

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Bodhisattvas are enlightened beings who have put off entering paradise in order to help others attain enlightenment. There are many different Bodhisattvas, but the most famous in Chi...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Painted Wooden sculpture of Admiral Cheng Ho of Ming Dynasty
Painted Wooden sculpture of Admiral Cheng Ho of Ming Dynasty

Painted Wooden sculpture of Admiral Cheng Ho of Ming Dynasty

Located in Westport, CT

Wooden sculpture of Zheng Ho who led a fleet of 100 ships circumnavigated the globe March 1421 to October 1423 - about 70 years before Columbus. He explored the coasts of Africa, Sou...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures

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Wood

A LATE MING DYNASTY IVORY FIGURE OF AN IMMORTAL
A LATE MING DYNASTY IVORY FIGURE OF AN IMMORTAL

A LATE MING DYNASTY IVORY FIGURE OF AN IMMORTAL

Located in New York, NY

Most likely representing Shoulao, the figure well carved with a gentle expression, exaggerated domed head, and long incised beard, holding a gnarled staff in the right hand and a pea...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Sculptures

Chinese Antique Ming Dynasty Iron Figure of Guandi
Chinese Antique Ming Dynasty Iron Figure of Guandi

Chinese Antique Ming Dynasty Iron Figure of Guandi

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Offered is this authentic Chinese antique Ming dynasty (1368-1644) iron figure depicting the deity, Guandi, standing in armored robes and donning his helmet while stroking his beard ...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Large Cast Iron Censor from Ming Dynasty
Large Cast Iron Censor from Ming Dynasty

Large Cast Iron Censor from Ming Dynasty

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H 29 in Dm 34 in

Large Cast Iron Censor from Ming Dynasty

Located in Westport, CT

A relic of significance from Ming Dynasty Extraordinary condition and provenance. Names of casting master, location, date of casting and weight of the item itself were all a part t...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Sculptures

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Iron

Chinese Ming Dynasty Wooden Sculpture of Arhat 'Luohan', 16th Century
Chinese Ming Dynasty Wooden Sculpture of Arhat 'Luohan', 16th Century

Chinese Ming Dynasty Wooden Sculpture of Arhat 'Luohan', 16th Century

Located in London, GB

An impressive Chinese wooden figure of a Luohan dating circa 1550. The carving of the face is particularly fine and expressive, the paintwork on the body is the original one and in ...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty-Style Equestrian Roof Tile, 18th C.
Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty-Style Equestrian Roof Tile, 18th C.

Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty-Style Equestrian Roof Tile, 18th C.

Located in San Francisco, CA

A circa 18th century Chinese Ming dynasty-style equestrian form glazed pottery roof tile. Classic figural depiction of a proud celestial warrior on horseback, hand-crafted of eart...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Earthenware, Terracotta, Pottery

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. It has a Fu Dog or Qilin figural top lid with superbly carved details. The Fu ...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Chinese Ming Dynasty Pottery Official Figure, 17th Century
Chinese Ming Dynasty Pottery Official Figure, 17th Century

Chinese Ming Dynasty Pottery Official Figure, 17th Century

Located in Geelong, Victoria

Chinese pottery official, the partially glazed figure standing with bundle of goods beneath one arm, wearing a black painted overcoat with red buttons and sash over a green glazed tu...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Ming Dynasty Stone Sculpture
Ming Dynasty Stone Sculpture

Ming Dynasty Stone Sculpture

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H 52 in W 10 in D 10 in

Ming Dynasty Stone Sculpture

Located in Washington, DC

Chinese Hitching Post carved from ancient Limestone, used in Imperial China during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Depicts a mythological figure riding a Fu Dog.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Antiquities

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Limestone, Iron

17th Century Terracotta Sculpture of a Ming Dynasty Warrior
17th Century Terracotta Sculpture of a Ming Dynasty Warrior

17th Century Terracotta Sculpture of a Ming Dynasty Warrior

Located in Chicago, IL

This Ming dynasty sculpture of a warrior is from China and made from terra cotta, circa 17th Century.

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Busts

Materials

Terracotta

Ming Dynasty Temple Figures
Ming Dynasty Temple Figures

Ming Dynasty Temple Figures

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H 16 in D 9 in

Ming Dynasty Temple Figures

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Beautiful Pair of Male & Female Glazed and Terracotta Finished, Temple Figures with Fitted Heads, and Proportioned Dressed in Long Tunics with Spinach Green Glazed Overcoats, Holdin...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Sculptures

Ancient Chinese Cobalt Blue Glazed Attendant, Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644
Ancient Chinese Cobalt Blue Glazed Attendant, Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644

Ancient Chinese Cobalt Blue Glazed Attendant, Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644

Located in South Burlington, VT

Lifetime Guarantee: Our figures are guaranteed to be crafted during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). A thermoluminescence TL report sampling accurately confirms age of these sculptures...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics

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Ceramic, Pottery

Ancient Chinese Pair of Cobalt Blue Glazed Attendants Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644
Ancient Chinese Pair of Cobalt Blue Glazed Attendants Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644

Ancient Chinese Pair of Cobalt Blue Glazed Attendants Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644

Located in South Burlington, VT

Lifetime Guarantee: Our figures are guaranteed to be crafted during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). A thermoluminescence TL report sampling accurately confirms age of these sculpture...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics

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Ceramic, Pottery

Important Ancient Chinese Tea Attendant Hand Glazed, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644
Important Ancient Chinese Tea Attendant Hand Glazed, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644

Important Ancient Chinese Tea Attendant Hand Glazed, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644

Located in South Burlington, VT

Guarantee: Our figures are guaranteed to be crafted during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). A thermoluminescence TL report sampling accurately confirms age of these sculptures from 500-...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Large Ming Dynasty Wooden Sculpture of a Taoist Figure
Large Ming Dynasty Wooden Sculpture of a Taoist Figure

Large Ming Dynasty Wooden Sculpture of a Taoist Figure

Located in Astoria, NY

A large carved wood sculpture of a Taoist guardian figure with inset eyes from the Ming Dynasty.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Ming Dynasty Polychrome Wooden Sculpture of Xi Wang Mu
Ming Dynasty Polychrome Wooden Sculpture of Xi Wang Mu

Ming Dynasty Polychrome Wooden Sculpture of Xi Wang Mu

Located in Torino, IT

The Queen Mother of the West is carved in a seated position with her hands held before her chest holding a "gui" (missing). She is dressed in long-sleeved robes.Beautiful and detaile...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Sculptures

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Wood

Large Ming Dynasty Terracotta Tomb Procession Attendees
Large Ming Dynasty Terracotta Tomb Procession Attendees

Large Ming Dynasty Terracotta Tomb Procession Attendees

Located in Dallas, TX

These two Sancai glazed figures in particular are distinguished by their dress, for each wears a unique robe and hat, and by the objects they carry in their arms (one holds a box, th...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Lacquered Wood Figure of Amitãbha, Yüan/Early Ming Dynasty
Lacquered Wood Figure of Amitãbha, Yüan/Early Ming Dynasty

Lacquered Wood Figure of Amitãbha, Yüan/Early Ming Dynasty

Located in valatie, NY

Lacquered Wood Figure of Amitãbha, Yüan/Early Ming Dynasty (late 14th C), with hands resting in his lap in dhyana mundra, a contemplative expression on his face with heavily-lidded e...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Sculptures

Ming Dynasty Blue Glazed Figures with TL Test
Ming Dynasty Blue Glazed Figures with TL Test

Ming Dynasty Blue Glazed Figures with TL Test

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of gorgeous statues with impeccable detail. This duo will be sure to stand out whether they are in your home or office.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures

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Terracotta

China Ancient Pair of "Spirit Path" Horse Sculptures, Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644
China Ancient Pair of "Spirit Path" Horse Sculptures, Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644

China Ancient Pair of "Spirit Path" Horse Sculptures, Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644

Located in South Burlington, VT

Life size “spirit path” stone horse sculptures are known and can be viewed from Ming dynasty tombs including thirteen imperial tombs of the Ming Dynasty scattered over an area of for...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Important Ancient Chinese Four Women Cobalt Blue Glazed Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644
Important Ancient Chinese Four Women Cobalt Blue Glazed Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644

Important Ancient Chinese Four Women Cobalt Blue Glazed Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644

Located in South Burlington, VT

Guarantee: Our figures are guaranteed to be crafted during the Ming dynasty (1368-1644). A thermoluminescence TL report sampling accurately confirms age of these sculptures from 500-...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Ceramics

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Ceramic, Pottery

Yuan, Ming Dynasty Buddha, circa 14th Century
Yuan, Ming Dynasty Buddha, circa 14th Century

Yuan, Ming Dynasty Buddha, circa 14th Century

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H 10 in W 5.75 in D 2.3 in

Yuan, Ming Dynasty Buddha, circa 14th Century

Located in Dallas, TX

A very fine late Yuan to early Ming Chinese terracotta gilt and polychrome painted Buddha figure, he is dressed in thick robes, his hair arranged in typical early song or Yuan dynast...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Pair of Ming Dynasty Tomb Figures
Pair of Ming Dynasty Tomb Figures

Pair of Ming Dynasty Tomb Figures

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair of painted stucco tomb figures on carved wood bases, Ming Dynasty

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Sculptures

Materials

Stucco

Ming Dynasty Gilt Lacquered Bronze Songzi Guanyin
Ming Dynasty Gilt Lacquered Bronze Songzi Guanyin

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. The Buddha cast seated with the right leg raised and...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Rare, Ming-Dynasty, Terracotta Figural Procession
Rare, Ming-Dynasty, Terracotta Figural Procession

Rare, Ming-Dynasty, Terracotta Figural Procession

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful and unusual, hand-molded, painted and glazed, eight-person procession of robed attendants both surrounding, and bearing a litter born on poles. The central figures and litt...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Terracotta

Ming Dynasty Sancai Glazed Horse and Tomb Figures
Ming Dynasty Sancai Glazed Horse and Tomb Figures

Ming Dynasty Sancai Glazed Horse and Tomb Figures

Located in Dallas, TX

From the Yongle Emperor onwards, 13 Ming dynasty emperors were buried in the same area.

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Ming Dynasty Green Glazed Figure of an Attendant
Ming Dynasty Green Glazed Figure of an Attendant

Ming Dynasty Green Glazed Figure of an Attendant

Located in Chicago, IL

This green glazed terra cotta figure of an attendant is from the Ming Dynasty (1368 – 1644). The piece features an excellent iridescent patina with repair to neck.

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Chinese Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Buddha
Chinese Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Buddha

Chinese Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Buddha

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H 16 in W 12 in D 7 in

Chinese Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Buddha

Located in Astoria, NY

A sculpture of Buddha in gilt bronze. The piece sits with legs crossed and holds a censer.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Sculptures

Materials

Ormolu

17th Century Chinese Bronze Ming Dynasty Statue
17th Century Chinese Bronze Ming Dynasty Statue

17th Century Chinese Bronze Ming Dynasty Statue

Located in San Francisco, CA

17th century Chinese bronze dignitary figure, Ming dynasty, circa 1600. Lacquer and gilt surface remain in unrestored condition with fine details on the robe. Old losses and wear to ...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Ming Dynasty Gilt Lacquered Bronze Figure of Guanyin Buddha
Ming Dynasty Gilt Lacquered Bronze Figure of Guanyin Buddha

Ming Dynasty Gilt Lacquered Bronze Figure of Guanyin Buddha

Located in Dallas, TX

A Ming Dynasty Gilt Lacquered Bronze Figure of Guanyin. The Goddess of Mercy is shown seated in dhyanasana with her hands held in her lap, supporting a ewer. Her long robes are open ...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Chinese Ming Dynasty Seated Bronze Figure of an Official
Chinese Ming Dynasty Seated Bronze Figure of an Official

Chinese Ming Dynasty Seated Bronze Figure of an Official

Located in Tarzana, CA

A Chinese Ming Dynasty seated bronze figure of an official. Having some original gold leaf areas still visible. Measures: Height: 5".

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Ming Dynasty Bronze Figure of Guandi or Guan Yu
Ming Dynasty Bronze Figure of Guandi or Guan Yu

Ming Dynasty Bronze Figure of Guandi or Guan Yu

Located in Dallas, TX

A Chinese Ming dynasty two-piece bronze incense censer or cache in the Form of Guandi or Guan Yu holding a sword in his right hand sitting on a natural boulder.

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Antique Late 17th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Ming Dynasty Bronze Mythical Xiezhi Censer, circa 1368-1644
Ming Dynasty Bronze Mythical Xiezhi Censer, circa 1368-1644

Ming Dynasty Bronze Mythical Xiezhi Censer, circa 1368-1644

Located in Dallas, TX

A large Chinese Ming bronze kyrin shape incense burner. Beautiful and decorative period Ming dynasty cast bronze of a scaled foo dog or mythical beast with horn, whiskers and teeth. ...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Chinese Daoist Buddha Figure Late Ming Early Qing Dynasty
Chinese Daoist Buddha Figure Late Ming Early Qing Dynasty

Chinese Daoist Buddha Figure Late Ming Early Qing Dynasty

Located in Dallas, TX

A beautifully wood carved figure of a seated Buddha. Seated with slowing robe with traces of white polychrome mostly on head and neck. Prayer compartment in back. Figures done in thi...

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Antique Early 18th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

A Large Carved Wooden Figure Of Buddha, Ming Dynasty
A Large Carved Wooden Figure Of Buddha, Ming Dynasty

A Large Carved Wooden Figure Of Buddha, Ming Dynasty

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H 28.35 in W 23.63 in D 20.48 in

A Large Carved Wooden Figure Of Buddha, Ming Dynasty

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

A LARGE CARVED WOODEN FIGURE OF BUDDHA, MING DYNASTY (1368-1644) China, 1368-1644. Seated in dhyanasana, the arms lowered in dhyanamudra, holding an alms bowl, wearing long robes fa...

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Antique Late 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Hardwood

White Stone Head of Buddha, Chinese, Ming Dynasty, '1368-1644'
White Stone Head of Buddha, Chinese, Ming Dynasty, '1368-1644'

White Stone Head of Buddha, Chinese, Ming Dynasty, '1368-1644'

Located in New York, NY

A Chinese white stone head bust of Buddha, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) The round face is very finely carved with a serene meditative expression with half closed eyes above a small full...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone, Marble

Ancient Chinese Ming Dynasty Gilt Lacquered Seated Guanyin Buddha, 1450 AD
Ancient Chinese Ming Dynasty Gilt Lacquered Seated Guanyin Buddha, 1450 AD

Ancient Chinese Ming Dynasty Gilt Lacquered Seated Guanyin Buddha, 1450 AD

Located in London, GB

A beautiful Ming dynasty gilt lacquered bronze figure of Guanyin, dating to the Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Sitting in serene manner on an elaborate lotus throne, in typical padmasan...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

16th Century Ming Dynasty Carved Wood Buddhist Deity
16th Century Ming Dynasty Carved Wood Buddhist Deity

16th Century Ming Dynasty Carved Wood Buddhist Deity

Located in Dallas, TX

Remarkable 16th century Ming dynasty hand carved wood sculpture of a Buddhist deity donning a crown and dressed in loose robe with heavy folds about the legs, arms, and body.

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Important Ancient Chinese Antique Banquet Food Table, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644
Important Ancient Chinese Antique Banquet Food Table, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644

Important Ancient Chinese Antique Banquet Food Table, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644

Located in South Burlington, VT

This is a lovely hand-painted and hand glazed single sculpture of a large Ming dynasty banquet table replete with a platter containing an abundance of foods, a boars head, rice bowl...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Ceramic, Pottery

Set of Very Refined Ming Dynasty Green Glazed Wedding Procession
Set of Very Refined Ming Dynasty Green Glazed Wedding Procession

Set of Very Refined Ming Dynasty Green Glazed Wedding Procession

Located in Greenwich, CT

A set of very refined green glazed wedding procession, eight attendants each with benevolent facial expression, beautiful colors and lines, one horse and one sedan chair, Ming dynast...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

Ancient Chinese Ming Dynasty Buddha, 1275 AD
Ancient Chinese Ming Dynasty Buddha, 1275 AD

Ancient Chinese Ming Dynasty Buddha, 1275 AD

Located in London, GB

A Chinese Yuan - early Ming dynasty parcel gilt painted terracotta figure of Buddha, dating to approximately 1275 – 1400 AD. This beautiful and elaborate figure of Buddha is a re...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings

Stucco Portrait of a Lohan China, Yuan/Ming Dynasty, circa 14th Century
Stucco Portrait of a Lohan China, Yuan/Ming Dynasty, circa 14th Century

Stucco Portrait of a Lohan China, Yuan/Ming Dynasty, circa 14th Century

Located in SANTA FE, NM

Stucco Portrait of a Lohan China Yuan/Ming Dynasty, circa 14th Century Lohans are saints that have reached the first stage of Nirvana who may show others the way. They were discipl...

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15th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Plaster, Pigment

Stucco Portrait of a Lohan China Yuan/Ming Dynasty, circa 14th Century
Stucco Portrait of a Lohan China Yuan/Ming Dynasty, circa 14th Century

Stucco Portrait of a Lohan China Yuan/Ming Dynasty, circa 14th Century

Located in SANTA FE, NM

Stucco Portrait of a Lohan China Yuan/Ming Dynasty, circa 14th Century Lohans are saints that have reached the first stage of Nirvana who may show others the way. They were discipl...

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15th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Glass, Plaster, Pigment

Important Ancient Chinese Figural Group Three GARDENERS, Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644
Important Ancient Chinese Figural Group Three GARDENERS, Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644

Important Ancient Chinese Figural Group Three GARDENERS, Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644

Located in South Burlington, VT

Guarantee: Our figures are guaranteed to be crafted during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). A thermoluminescence TL report -sampling- accurately confirms age of these sculptures from 50...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Ceramic, Pottery

17th Century Chinese Late Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Duck form Censer
17th Century Chinese Late Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Duck form Censer

17th Century Chinese Late Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Duck form Censer

Located in Austin, TX

A fine and rare Chinese gilt bronze duck form censer, late Ming dynasty, 17th century. The noble duck portrayed in a standing position upon a separately cast and parcel gilt bron...

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Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Gold, Bronze

Ming Dynasty 17th Century Glazed Terracotta Statue of an Official Holding a Box
Ming Dynasty 17th Century Glazed Terracotta Statue of an Official Holding a Box

Ming Dynasty 17th Century Glazed Terracotta Statue of an Official Holding a Box

Located in Yonkers, NY

With its complementary colors and nice history, this Chinese Ming Dynasty terracotta sculpture will be an excellent decorative choice for any home, whether placed on a commode, side ...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Terracotta

Ancient Antique 14th Century Chinese Ming Dynasty Cast Iron Taoist Buddha Statue
Ancient Antique 14th Century Chinese Ming Dynasty Cast Iron Taoist Buddha Statue

Ancient Antique 14th Century Chinese Ming Dynasty Cast Iron Taoist Buddha Statue

Located in Portland, OR

A rare & large ancient Chinese Ming Dynasty cast iron Buddha statue, 14th century. The Buddha seated in a meditative dhyanasana pose with downcast eyes and with hands in dhyana mudra...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

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

Materials

Jade

Important Ancient China Amber Glazed Horse and Rider Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644
Important Ancient China Amber Glazed Horse and Rider Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644

Important Ancient China Amber Glazed Horse and Rider Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644

Located in South Burlington, VT

Guarantee: Our figure is guaranteed to be crafted during the Ming dynasty (1368-1644). A thermoluminescence TL report 02G180113 accurately confirms age of this sculpture from 500 yea...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

17th Century Chinese Late Ming Dynasty Stone Lions
17th Century Chinese Late Ming Dynasty Stone Lions

17th Century Chinese Late Ming Dynasty Stone Lions

Located in Chicago, IL

Stone lions have been used by the Chinese as guardians against bad elements since the Han dynasty. Through different dynasties, the shape, form and decorative motives change and evol...

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Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Sandstone

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Library of Antique Leatherbound Books
Library of Antique Leatherbound Books

Library of Antique Leatherbound Books

$3,176 / set

H 61.03 in W 31.5 in D 47.25 in

Library of Antique Leatherbound Books

Located in Brønshøj, DK

This collection consists of 400 antique decorative books, mainly dating from 1850–1950, with most published before 1920. The books are bound in leather, many with fine gold leaf embo...

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20th Century Danish Victorian Books

Materials

Gold Leaf

Pre-Columbian Colima Shaman terracotta figure vessel Mexican sculpture
Pre-Columbian Colima Shaman terracotta figure vessel Mexican sculpture

Pre-Columbian Colima Shaman terracotta figure vessel Mexican sculpture

Located in Wilton Manors, FL

Seated Shaman Colima culture Mexico ca. 300 BCE - 300 CE Pre-Columbian, West Mexico, Colima, ca. 300 BCE to 300 CE. A hollow-cast and highly-burnished terracotta hunchback shaman fi...

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15th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

The Tax Collectors attributed to Marinus van Reymerswaele
The Tax Collectors attributed to Marinus van Reymerswaele

The Tax Collectors attributed to Marinus van Reymerswaele

Located in New Orleans, LA

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...

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16th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Veracruz Mexico Pre-Columbian ceramic Warrior figure sculpture
Veracruz Mexico Pre-Columbian ceramic Warrior figure sculpture

Veracruz Mexico Pre-Columbian ceramic Warrior figure sculpture

Located in Wilton Manors, FL

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...

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15th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

ANTINOUS Magnificent Italian Neoclassical Carrara Marble Sculpture
ANTINOUS Magnificent Italian Neoclassical Carrara Marble Sculpture

ANTINOUS Magnificent Italian Neoclassical Carrara Marble Sculpture

Located in Rome, IT

Outstanding 19th century Italian finely carved Carrara "Statuario" marble sculpture of Antinoo , after the Antique The Capitoline 'Antinous'. Antinous, a young Bithinius favorite...

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19th Century Academic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Chinese Woven Top Canopy Bed, c. 1800
Chinese Woven Top Canopy Bed, c. 1800

Chinese Woven Top Canopy Bed, c. 1800

$22,800

H 90 in W 85 in D 50 in

Chinese Woven Top Canopy Bed, c. 1800

Located in Chicago, IL

A Chinese canopy bed was typically part of a bride's dowry or a gift to a courtesan. It grew to be an important household status symbol, and the subject of rivalry among wives and co...

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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Daybeds

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Rattan, Elm

ANCIENT ROMAN ALABASTER BUST OF THE GOD SERAPIS, ROME CIRCA 1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.

ANCIENT ROMAN ALABASTER BUST OF THE GOD SERAPIS, ROME CIRCA 1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.

Located in Milan, IT

Wearing a chiton with a himation draped at the left shoulder, and a modius on the crown of his head, the god's characteristic luxuriant wavy hair falling in ringlets onto his forehea...

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15th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Alabaster

Chinese Money Chest in Black Lacquer and Gilt Decoration
Chinese Money Chest in Black Lacquer and Gilt Decoration

Chinese Money Chest in Black Lacquer and Gilt Decoration

Located in Dallas, TX

A Chinese black lacqured chest with gilt decoration was originally used to hold gold coins. This highly decorative cabinet is beautiflly decorated with multible children in various s...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Portrait of Lady Caroline Price
Portrait of Lady Caroline Price

Portrait of Lady Caroline Price

By George Romney

Located in Miami, FL

DESCRIPTION: Perhaps the best Romney in private hands. If Vogue Magazine existed in the late 18th century, this image of Lady Caroline Price would be on one of its covers. The e...

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1970s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Copy of "Portrait of Beatrice dʼEste" by Leonardo da Vinci created 15th Century
Copy of "Portrait of Beatrice dʼEste" by Leonardo da Vinci created 15th Century

Copy of "Portrait of Beatrice dʼEste" by Leonardo da Vinci created 15th Century

Located in New York, NY

A masterful copy by an unknown artist, after the portrait of "Beatrice d'Este" by Leonardo Da Vinci also known as ‘Portrait of a Lady’ or ‘La Dama con la reticella di perle (The Lady...

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18th Century Northern Renaissance Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Rare and Beautiful Architectural Pagode Display Cabinet, China
Rare and Beautiful Architectural Pagode Display Cabinet, China

Rare and Beautiful Architectural Pagode Display Cabinet, China

Located in Antwerp, BE

Made of carved wood with transparent fences and scrollwork panels, two dragons at the front and pagoda roofs on top. A beautiful realization by the Chinese woodcarver and furniture m...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

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Sapele Wood, Ivory

Antique Chinese Carved Canopy Bed with Alcove
Antique Chinese Carved Canopy Bed with Alcove

Antique Chinese Carved Canopy Bed with Alcove

$12,500

H 80 in W 81 in D 92 in

Antique Chinese Carved Canopy Bed with Alcove

Located in Buffalo, NY

Mid to late 19th century, elaborately carved, antique Chinese bed Chambers was used to greet visitors and usually was furnished with two chairs and a center table: from which tea, wi...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Beds and Bed Frames

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Lacquer, Wood

Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet
Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet

Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet

Located in Houston, TX

Large-scale 19th century English display cabinet executed in the Chinoiserie tradition. Constructed in carved mahogany and conceived as a tripartite architectural façade, each glazed...

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Antique 19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Vitrines

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Glass, Mahogany

Grand Tour Bronze Sculpture of Dionysus, 19th Century Italian School
Grand Tour Bronze Sculpture of Dionysus, 19th Century Italian School

Grand Tour Bronze Sculpture of Dionysus, 19th Century Italian School

Located in Beachwood, OH

19th Century Italian School Grand Tour Bronze Sculpture of Dionysus, 19th Century Bronze with black-green patination 24 x 10 x 10 inches Dionysus, in Greco-Roman religion, a nature ...

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19th Century Italian School Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Chinese Antique Monumental Buddhist Wooden Pagoda Tower, 70 Inches
Chinese Antique Monumental Buddhist Wooden Pagoda Tower, 70 Inches

Chinese Antique Monumental Buddhist Wooden Pagoda Tower, 70 Inches

$1,024Sale Price|20% Off

H 70 in W 21 in D 21 in

Chinese Antique Monumental Buddhist Wooden Pagoda Tower, 70 Inches

Located in South Burlington, VT

China antique monumental Wooden Pagoda, total height is 70 inches, hand carved and hand painted wood, seven hexagonal sections plus finial, late Qing dynasty (1644-1911) This is a m...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th Century Chinese Canopy Wedding Bed
19th Century Chinese Canopy Wedding Bed

19th Century Chinese Canopy Wedding Bed

$16,468Sale Price|50% Off

H 102.37 in W 99.61 in D 72.84 in

19th Century Chinese Canopy Wedding Bed

Located in Marbella, ES

This is a wonderful example of a canopy bed from Shanghai Province, China. Made of Chinese Northern Elm, this bed features hoofed feet and multiple floral carvings. The exterior ...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Beds and Bed Frames

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Gold Leaf

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Ming Dynasty Sculpture For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of ming dynasty sculpture you’re looking for. Frequently made of ceramic, terracotta and metal, every item from our selection of ming dynasty sculpture was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of ming dynasty sculpture, designed in the style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made object in our assortment of ming dynasty sculpture over the years, but those crafted by Reginald K. Gee are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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The average selling price for a piece of ming dynasty sculpture at 1stDibs is $4,650, while they’re typically $495 on the low end and $81,500 for the highest priced.