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Mid-20th Century Chinese Hand embroidered Jacket, Gua Zi
Mid-20th Century Chinese Hand embroidered Jacket, Gua Zi

Mid-20th Century Chinese Hand embroidered Jacket, Gua Zi

$775Sale Price|50% Off

H 34.5 in W 59 in D 1 in

Mid-20th Century Chinese Hand embroidered Jacket, Gua Zi

Located in Pomona, CA

Buttons and close to the right hand side which is typical Chinese Women Gua Zi style. The embroidery

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vintage China Buttons

Materials

Silk

COMME DES GARCONS Vintage grey houndstooth bell button foldover boxy vest
COMME DES GARCONS Vintage grey houndstooth bell button foldover boxy vest

COMME DES GARCONS Vintage grey houndstooth bell button foldover boxy vest

By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo

Located in Hong Kong, NT

Closure: Button Extra Details: Chinese knot buttons with bell buttons. Foldover front. Boxy fit. Made in

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1990s Japanese Vintage China Buttons

YVES SAINT LAURENT Brocade Jacket Skirt Red Suit "Les Chinoises" Collection 1990
YVES SAINT LAURENT Brocade Jacket Skirt Red Suit "Les Chinoises" Collection 1990

YVES SAINT LAURENT Brocade Jacket Skirt Red Suit "Les Chinoises" Collection 1990

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in London, GB

” collection, which corresponded with the launch of Yves Saint Laurent’s new fragrance Opium. China served as

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1990s French Vintage China Buttons

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Gianfranco Ferre Top Jewel Chinese Red Blouse Unique Buttons 42 / 6
Gianfranco Ferre Top Jewel Chinese Red Blouse Unique Buttons 42 / 6

Gianfranco Ferre Top Jewel Chinese Red Blouse Unique Buttons 42 / 6

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic GIANFRANCO FERRE beautiful red blouse. Beautiful and timeless Chinese red

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1990s Italian Vintage China Buttons

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Blouse Chinese Collection, Circa 1980
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Blouse Chinese Collection, Circa 1980

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Blouse Chinese Collection, Circa 1980

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1980 France Black net nylon blouse with details of black and gold buttons and Chinese

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1980s French Vintage China Buttons

Carved Lavender Jade Shield Earrings
Carved Lavender Jade Shield Earrings

Carved Lavender Jade Shield Earrings

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H 0.2 in W 0.91 in L 0.91 in

Carved Lavender Jade Shield Earrings

Located in Santa Barbara, CA

push back earring settings. The holes were drilled to allow wearing as buttons for Chinese aristocrats

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1960s Retro Vintage China Buttons

Materials

Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chinese Antique Handbell Cast Bronze Buddhist Meditation Prayer Ghanta Bell
Chinese Antique Handbell Cast Bronze Buddhist Meditation Prayer Ghanta Bell

Chinese Antique Handbell Cast Bronze Buddhist Meditation Prayer Ghanta Bell

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

bottle neck form and a Chinese Tao-tie face motif and striker buttons suggest Chinese creation. With its

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Late 20th Century Chinese Tibetan Vintage China Buttons

Materials

Bronze

Dolce & Gabbana Vintage Chinese Advertising D&G Pencil Skirt
Dolce & Gabbana Vintage Chinese Advertising D&G Pencil Skirt

Dolce & Gabbana Vintage Chinese Advertising D&G Pencil Skirt

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Atlanta, GA

the colorful graphics of vintage Chinese advertising girls interspersed with Chinese currency. It

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1990s Italian Vintage China Buttons

Rare Vintage Lanvin Chinese Oriental Themed Belted Logo Dress
Rare Vintage Lanvin Chinese Oriental Themed Belted Logo Dress

Rare Vintage Lanvin Chinese Oriental Themed Belted Logo Dress

By Lanvin Paris

Located in San Diego, CA

red, black and white in an Oriental/Chinese theme. Buttons all the way down, so can be worn in a

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1970s Italian Vintage China Buttons

Gianni Versace Couture Marco Polo Peacock Silk Shirt 1992
Gianni Versace Couture Marco Polo Peacock Silk Shirt 1992

Gianni Versace Couture Marco Polo Peacock Silk Shirt 1992

By Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Concord, NC

. Representing the journey of Marco Polo to China. Medusa couture buttons. This print was also shown for South

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1990s Italian Vintage China Buttons

80s Saint Laurent Green Velvet Ethnic Style Jacket
80s Saint Laurent Green Velvet Ethnic Style Jacket

80s Saint Laurent Green Velvet Ethnic Style Jacket

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic YSL look. Olive green cotton velvet trimmed in gold with Chinese buttons. Mandarin collar

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1980s French Vintage China Buttons

1980s Mario Borsato Red Sheepskin Coat
1980s Mario Borsato Red Sheepskin Coat

1980s Mario Borsato Red Sheepskin Coat

Located in Lugo (RA), IT

closure with Chinese knot buttons. Long sleeves and two welt pockets. Years: 80s Size: 40 IT Flat

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1980s Vintage China Buttons

Shangai Tang iridescent red shantung silk outfit
Shangai Tang iridescent red shantung silk outfit

Shangai Tang iridescent red shantung silk outfit

By Shanghai Tang

Located in Milano, IT

closure with Chinese buttons, matching straight trousers with zip closure. SIZE IT: S/M SIZE USA: S/M

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1990s Hong Kong Vintage China Buttons

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Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"

Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Vintage China Buttons

Materials

Linen, Velvet

Giorgio di Sant Angelo 1970s Orange White Keyhole Vintage 70s Boho Maxi Dress
Giorgio di Sant Angelo 1970s Orange White Keyhole Vintage 70s Boho Maxi Dress

Giorgio di Sant Angelo 1970s Orange White Keyhole Vintage 70s Boho Maxi Dress

By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing GIORGIO DI SANT ANGELO 1970s orange and white jersey color block maxi dress! Features a bright orange jersey, with a panel of white down the center, and a white caplet. Keyho...

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1970s Vintage China Buttons

1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat
1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat

1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Chic 1980's unmarked Canadian brown mink reversible long coat. One side is brown leather patchwork pattern with a fur collar and cuffs. The textured pattern is created by piecing the...

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1980s Canadian Vintage China Buttons

Dove Gray A-Line Shift Dress with Bead-Crusted Neckline and Pockets - M, 1960s
Dove Gray A-Line Shift Dress with Bead-Crusted Neckline and Pockets - M, 1960s

Dove Gray A-Line Shift Dress with Bead-Crusted Neckline and Pockets - M, 1960s

Located in Tucson, AZ

Perfect for brunch, weddings and cocktail parties, this heavyweight linen dress combines crisp geometry with masterful but discrete beading. Its Mod fingertip pockets and gentle A-li...

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1960s Hong Kong Vintage China Buttons

Vintage Four-Panel Polychrome Floral Folding Screen with Scalloped Accents
Vintage Four-Panel Polychrome Floral Folding Screen with Scalloped Accents

Vintage Four-Panel Polychrome Floral Folding Screen with Scalloped Accents

Located in Yonkers, NY

This four-panel folding screen is a vivid celebration of botanical artistry rendered in delicate polychrome paint over a finely crackled ground. Each of the four slender panels stand...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Vintage China Buttons

Materials

Brass

Iron strong box or safe. 19th century
Iron strong box or safe. 19th century

Iron strong box or safe. 19th century

$1,633

H 13 in W 18.9 in D 11.82 in

Iron strong box or safe. 19th century

Located in Madrid, ES

Safe box. Iron. XIX century. Rectangular safe made of iron, with a rectangular base, two handles on the sides and classicist-influenced molding decorations on the fronts and top. It...

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19th Century European Neoclassical Revival Vintage China Buttons

Materials

Other, Iron

JUNYA WATANABE COMME DES GARÇONS Linen Knee-Length Dress
JUNYA WATANABE COMME DES GARÇONS Linen Knee-Length Dress

JUNYA WATANABE COMME DES GARÇONS Linen Knee-Length Dress

By Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons

Located in New York, NY

JUNYA WATANABE COMME DES GARÇONS Linen Knee-Length Dress Bust: 46" Waist: 42" Hip: 38" Length: 37.5" Fabric: 100% Linen FINAL SALE

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Vintage China Buttons

Antique Large Victorian Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Dressing Screen - Fine Quality
Antique Large Victorian Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Dressing Screen - Fine Quality

Antique Large Victorian Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Dressing Screen - Fine Quality

Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

Antique Large Victorian Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Papier Mâché Dressing Screen or Room Divider C1900 This fine quality large Victorian Chinoiserie dressing screen, crafted around 19...

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Early 1900s Chinese Vintage China Buttons

Materials

Wood

Beautiful 1960s Extra Small XS Couture Black Silk Chiffon Vintage 60s Gown Dress
Beautiful 1960s Extra Small XS Couture Black Silk Chiffon Vintage 60s Gown Dress

Beautiful 1960s Extra Small XS Couture Black Silk Chiffon Vintage 60s Gown Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful 1960s demi couture black silk chiffon sequin evening gown! Features thousands of hand-sewn black sequins throughout the sleeves and skirt. Thin spaghetti strap underlay wit...

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1960s Vintage China Buttons

Regency Style Red Lacquer Chinoiserie Cabinet W/ Faux Bamboo Accents
Regency Style Red Lacquer Chinoiserie Cabinet W/ Faux Bamboo Accents

Regency Style Red Lacquer Chinoiserie Cabinet W/ Faux Bamboo Accents

Located in Kennesaw, GA

Perfect for that powder bath! This is a red lacquer chinoiserie cabinet with gold faux bamboo accents. The cabinet opens to a single shelf. It is in very good condition and unmarked.

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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Vintage China Buttons

Materials

Wood

1960s Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Silk Satin Beaded Vintage 60s Turban Hat
1960s Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Silk Satin Beaded Vintage 60s Turban Hat

1960s Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Silk Satin Beaded Vintage 60s Turban Hat

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1960s YVES SAINT LAURENT black silk / satin beaded turban hat ! Features hand-sewn black beads around the brim, and on the band on the back. Couture quality, with exceptional at...

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1960s French Vintage China Buttons

1980's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Lace Dress with Hanky Hem
1980's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Lace Dress with Hanky Hem

1980's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Lace Dress with Hanky Hem

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Unique YSL hanky hem cocktail/evening dress from the early 1980's. The lace trim along the hem and all over the bodice has a touch of sparkle with jet black beading. Full flare to th...

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1980s French Vintage China Buttons

Chinese Mother of Pearl and Hardstone Decorated Lacquered Side Cabinet
Chinese Mother of Pearl and Hardstone Decorated Lacquered Side Cabinet

Chinese Mother of Pearl and Hardstone Decorated Lacquered Side Cabinet

Located in Germantown, MD

A Chinese Mother of Pearl and Hardstone Decorated Lacquered Side Cabinet. Protective glass top. Adjustable shelf. Measure 24" in width, 12" in width and 32 in height.

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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Vintage China Buttons

Materials

Stone

Vivienne Westwood cow print nude silk corseted off shoulder dress, ss 1999
Vivienne Westwood cow print nude silk corseted off shoulder dress, ss 1999

Vivienne Westwood cow print nude silk corseted off shoulder dress, ss 1999

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, GB

Vivienne Westwood cow print nude and black silk mid-length evening dress with built-in corset and draped off-shoulder neckline Spring-Summer 1999

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1990s British Vintage China Buttons

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Vintage China Buttons For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an extraordinary variety of vintage China buttons available on 1stDibs. Many people prefer black vintage China buttons, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find gray, red and more options on these pages. The ideal items for you are waiting among the distinctive accessories we have available, which include versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many classic iterations of vintage China buttons over the years, but those made by Yves Saint Laurent, Chanel and Helen Bond Carruthers are often thought to be among the most stylish. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much are Vintage China Buttons?

The prices for vintage China buttons start at $82 and top out at $35,000 with these items, on average, selling for $950.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

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