Decorative Figurine Chinese
Vintage 1940s Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain, Paint
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain, Paint
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain, Paint
Mid-20th Century Chinese Abstract Sculptures
Soapstone
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Metal
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Metal
Vintage 1950s Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures
Jade
Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Porcelain
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Pottery
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures
Pottery
Early 20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures
Lapis Lazuli
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures
Pottery
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic, Paint
Vintage 1950s Animal Sculptures
Porcelain, Paint
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories
Brass
20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century British Animal Sculptures
Porcelain
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Jade
Mid-20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures
Wicker
Late 20th Century English Japonisme Paperweights
Porcelain
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Jade, Metal
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures
Rose Quartz
Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century English Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures
Bronze
Vintage 1950s English Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Animal Sculptures
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century English Animal Sculptures
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century English Animal Sculptures
Porcelain
Antique 1720s Chinese Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Antique Early 1900s Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Vintage 1950s Chinese Chinese Export Vases
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Animal Sculptures
Porcelain
20th Century German Victorian Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic, Porcelain, Paint
Vintage 1960s Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Lapis Lazuli
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures
Jade
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Figurative Sculptures
Earthenware
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Figurative Sculptures
Earthenware
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures
Wood
Antique 1860s German Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Vintage 1950s Czech Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Antique 1860s German Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Animal Sculptures
Pottery
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Figurative Sculptures
Cypress
Antique 1880s German Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Chinese Vases
Jade
Mid-20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
20th Century Chinese Ming Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
Antique 19th Century British Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
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Decorative Figurine Chinese For Sale on 1stDibs
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Finding the Right Decorative Objects for You
Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style.
Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.
Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation. Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?
Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”
To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One type of Chinese figurines that is quite popular is shekwan or mudware. These small handmade figurines are often called mudmen and are, not surprisingly, crafted out of mud. In the early 1950s, a new era of mudman figurines began but these are not made individually and by hand. On 1stDibs, find authentic shekwan pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Most figurines just need a light dusting every once in a while. For a deeper cleaning to remove residue (such as nicotine or adhesives), try soaking in warm soapy water and gently washing with a soft cloth.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Chinese figurines come in all shapes and sizes. Most figures measure between 4” and 18” tall, with some being as small as 1” in height or as large as 36” (or more) in height
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
No. Antique Chinese garden stools should be hand painted. Some antique English garden stools will have blue and white transfer decoration as do many modern and reproduction garden stools.
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