The Chinese Vase
Mid-20th Century Still-life Paintings
Oil
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Porcelain
Porcelain
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases
Porcelain
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Porcelain
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Wool, Silk
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Vases
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Wool, Cotton
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Wool, Cotton
Antique Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Vases
Antique 1780s Chinese George III Vases
Porcelain
Antique Early 1800s Chinese Vases
Mid-20th Century Chinese Vases
Brass
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Wool
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Wool
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Wool
2010s Dutch Vases
Porcelain
Antique 17th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases
Porcelain
Antique Early 1900s Chinese Qing Vases
Porcelain
Late 20th Century Asian Vases
Lacquer, Mother-of-Pearl
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s Chinese Qing Vases
Brass, Pewter
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Vases
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Vases
Ceramic
Antique 1770s Chinese Chinese Export Vases
Porcelain
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases
Ormolu
Late 20th Century Chinese Vases
Multi-gemstone, Brass
Antique Early 1900s Chinese Vases
Porcelain
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases
Porcelain
Vintage 1920s Chinese Qing Vases
Glass
Antique 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases
Ormolu
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Vases
Ceramic
20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Vases
Ceramic, Paint
Antique Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Vases
Copper, Enamel
Late 20th Century Chinese Vases
Multi-gemstone, Brass
Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Vases
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases
Brass
20th Century Vases
Porcelain
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases
Crystal
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Vases
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases
Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Vases
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Chinese Vases
Multi-gemstone, Brass
Late 20th Century Chinese Vases
Multi-gemstone, Brass
Vintage 1960s Chinese Vases
Glass
Vintage 1980s Chinese Qing Vases
Enamel
Early 20th Century Chinese Vases
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Chinese Vases
Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Vases
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Vases
Ceramic
Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinoiserie Vases
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Vases
Ceramic
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Vases
Bronze
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Vases
Pottery, Ironstone
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Vases
Ceramic
Antique 19th Century Chinese Vases
Bronze
Vintage 1910s Chinese Vases
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Vases
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases
Porcelain
20th Century Italian Vases
Porcelain
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Chinese vase with a dragon typically means good fortune and prosperity. Throughout East Asia, the dragon is a symbol of luck. In China, the mythical beast is a common motif used in the designs of pottery, furniture and art. On 1stDibs, find a range of Chinese vases.
- What is Chinese lacquer?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chinese lacquer refers to the specific lacquering styles used in Chinese wares. Chinese lacquerware has a tradition stretching back thousands of years, and vintage examples are highly sought after by collectors. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted Chinese lacquerware from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is Chinese famille?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chinese famille is Chinese porcelain characterized by opaque rose colors, in shades of pink and carmine. The colors were introduced to Chinese potters around the time of the Kangxi reign by Western Jesuits. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Chinese famille pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is Chinese cinnabar?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chinese cinnabar is the art of carving lacquer. The lacquer is the sap that comes from a family of trees found in southern China. It is red in color, and was the base on which intricate designs were carved. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Chinese cinnabar pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is a Chinese gong?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A Chinese gong is a musical percussion instrument in the shape of a circular, flat metal disk. A gong is hit with a mallet to produce a range of sounds. In China, gongs are commonly made of bronze and have long been part of a variety of ceremonial functions. Shop a collection of antique and vintage Chinese gongs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a Chinese brush?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A Chinese brush is an ink brush or paintbrush. It was invented in China around 3,000 B.C. and was predominantly used by Chinese calligraphy artists and later on by Japanese and Korean artists. Find Chinese brushes from different periods on 1stDibs.
- What are Chinese bronzes?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chinese bronzes refer to bronze objects that were cast in China before 1500 BCE. These bronze items were most likely used as ritual pieces for worship of the user’s ancestors, whose names were often inscribed on the bronze. You’ll find a variety of Chinese bronzes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What are Chinese figurines?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2020
Chinese figurative sculptures vary widely depending on the medium and intended use. Ornate Buddhist figures assisted ritual meditation, wooden ancestor figures embodied the lingering spirit of a relative, ceramic mingqi burial figures accompanied one’s spirit in the afterlife, and decorative export sculptures presented an idealized version of Chinese culture and beauty.
- What is a Chinese screen?1 AnswerLotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
A Chinese screen can refer to a number or things, including standing folding room dividers, architectural window or door screen panels, or even decorative latticework hangings.
- What is a Chinese scroll?1 AnswerLotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
A Chinese scroll is a painting or calligraphy painted on silk or rice paper that has been mounted onto a heavier paper or silk with wooden rollers at both ends. They can be rolled up for easy storage, and can be viewed hung on the wall, or unrolled along a long table.
- What is Chinese rosewood?1 AnswerLotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Chinese rosewood, known as hongmu (红木), is a general term used for a variety of tropical fine grained fragrant hardwoods of deep reddish brown color that is prized for furniture making.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few ways to initially check if a vase is a Tiffany vase. Check the base of a vase for a mark or initials from the maker. The iridescent quality of Tiffany glass is crafted into the glass, rather than sprayed or painted on, so any marks where the iridescence has rubbed off would indicate that a vase is not an authentic Tiffany piece. To be sure if a vase is a Tiffany vase, it is best to have a professional evaluate it. Shop a range of expertly vetted Tiffany vases on 1stDibs.
- What is a Nippon vase?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Nippon vase refers to a ceramic vase stamped with “Nippon”. In 1891, the USA forbade items that weren’t plainly marked or stamped, so Japan began stamping its porcelain exports with “Nippon”, which translates to “Japan”. You’ll find a variety of Nippon ceramics from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a porcelain vase?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A porcelain vase is a vessel made out of vitrified pottery. Porcelain is a semi-translucent white color and has a smooth, sleek texture. Traditionally, people use porcelain vases to hold fresh, dried and silk flower arrangements, but you can also display them empty as decorative accents. Find a range of antique and vintage porcelain vases on 1stDibs.
- What is a baluster vase?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A baluster vase is a decorative vase that is shaped in the form of a vertical molded shaft or square. It is generally made of porcelain or other ceramic material. Shop a range of antique and vintage baluster vases on 1stDibs.
- What is a face vase?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A face vase is a type of decorative object with an open top and a design that resembles a human face. In some cases, the facial features extend outwards from the vase. Other pieces feature carved, engraved or painted faces. On 1stDibs, find a selection of face vases.
- What is cloisonne vase?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cloisonné is a process for decorating objects by using metal strips or wire to create a design that is then filled in with enamel. Gemstones and colored glass can also be used in the design work, but would have to be cut down to size. This process produced vibrant intricate designs, which would especially be seen on vases. You’ll find a variety of cloisonné pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What are the types of vases?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Vases can be categorized in a variety of different ways, from purpose to shape to era and what materials they’re made of. Classifying them by what materials they’re made of gives you the categories of crystal, clay, beaded, metal and glass. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary vases from top sellers around the world.
- What are vases made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Vases are made out of a variety of materials. Glass vases are very common, as are ones produced out of pottery, such as ceramic and porcelain. Artisans also craft vases out of wood, stone and rust-resistant metals like brass, aluminum and stainless steel. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vases.
- What is a bubble vase?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bubble vase is a vessel with an open top and a curvy body. Depending on the design, a bubble vase may have a simple round shape or a more complex silhouette with two or more round sections stacked one atop the other. Most bubble vases are glass, and people frequently use them to hold fresh, silk or dried flowers. Find a variety of bubble vases on 1stDibs.