Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
CHINESE EXPORT STYLE
Expanded trade between Europe and East Asia, starting in the 16th century, led to a booming market for exported goods, particularly furniture. This was bolstered by the establishment of the Dutch and English East India Companies at the beginning of the 17th century. From folding screens and chairs to lacquer tables and silver, Chinese Export furniture was in demand and regularly copied and imitated, leading to styles like chinoiserie and Chinese Chippendale.
The expansion of exporting that had strengthened the arts during the Ming dynasty continued into the Qing dynasty era — Chinese designers made many furniture pieces specifically for export, resulting in distinctive designs that mixed traditional techniques with forms appealing to foreign buyers. For instance, cabinetmakers in Canton (modern-day Guangzhou) were prolific in crafting hardwood furniture for export in European styles that involved the expert joinery techniques of Chinese furniture. Designs for Chinese Export porcelain, cabinets, decorative objects and other furniture were often more ornately adorned than they would be for a local audience, such as with mother-of-pearl overlays or surfaces featuring lavish pictorial scenes or gold on black motifs. Some were even commissioned by wealthy European families to be adorned with their coat of arms.
Because lacquer furniture was especially prized, and the resin used to create it was difficult to import as it would harden during the long voyage, artisans in China and Japan exported numerous lacquer pieces. Long before lacquer made its way to Japan, the Chinese treated the material differently. They used it to create smooth, glossy surfaces, but also for carving, an art that began in the 12th century and is exclusively Chinese. These pieces are called cinnabar lacquer after the powdered mercury sulfide (cinnabar) employed to produce their characteristic red hue. A popular form for export was a compact cabinet with drawers, usually displayed on a small table. Undecorated furniture built in Europe was also shipped to China to be lacquered. The international exchange of design would influence furniture into the 19th century and later, informing styles such as Art Deco and Art Nouveau.
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Style: Chinese Export
Small Antique Chinese Red Elm Ancestral Shrine
Located in Chicago, IL
Small Antique Chinese Red Elm Ancestral Shrine
This hand carved and crafted antique Chinese shrine is used to place fruits and flowers offerings, usually use...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Elm, Lacquer
Chinese Export Silver Mug with Bamboo Decoration
Located in London, GB
A Chinese Export silver mug with a bamboo handle, and decorated with a bird and moth amongst profuse bamboo decoration on a matte background. T...
Category
1860s Chinese Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Silver
Antique Chinese circa 1900-1920 Export Folding Occasional Chair Nice Carvings
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Wimbledon-Furniture
Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this lovely original Chinese red lacquered fret work carved folding chair with woven seat
Please note...
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Elm
$899 Sale Price
30% Off
LARGE ANTIQUE CIRCA 1920 CHiNESE DRAGON CHINOISERIE EXPORT COFFEE TABLE DRAWERS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Chinese Export Chinoiserie Dragon extra large coffee table for four full sized drawer...
Category
1920s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Chinese Export Lamp
Located in Stockton, NJ
A blue and white motif Chinese export vase, now as lamp. Interesting raised dragon detail. Distress painted base. Two sockets. Shade for display purposes only. Vase measures 19"H.
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$2,200
Pair of Chinese Export Silver Candlesticks
Located in London, GB
Pair of Chinese Export silver candlesticks with the character for "Luck" on one and "Longevity" on the other. They are attached to round wood stands.
Marked with SW, for Shing Wo, “...
Category
1890s Chinese Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Silver
$5,049 / set
ANTIiQUE DECORATIVE HAND HAMMERED CHINESE RICE MEASURE MASKET GREAT FRUIT BOWL!
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely antique Chinese rice bowl measure which can be used as ...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Iron
Pair of Chinese Export Silver Vases
Located in London, GB
A Pair of Chinese Export Silver Flower Vases of trumpet form, each with circular base and rising to a flared, shaped top. The vases, which are decorated with applied prunus, were ret...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Silver
$3,381 / set
Chinese Ormolu and Cloisonné Enamel Vase for the Islamic Market
Located in London, GB
Chinese Ormolu and Cloisonné enamel vase for the Islamic Market.
Chinese, early 20th century
Dimensions: Height 18cm, diameter 26cm
Crafted in Chin...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu
Antique Shanxi Province Elmwood Nightstand Sideboard
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Shanxi province elmwood nightstand / sideboard
This nightstand / sideboard has 3 drawers and 2 shelves.
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Elm
Pair of Chinese Export Silver Candlesticks
Located in London, GB
A pair of Chinese Export silver candlesticks, marked with TC, for Tuck Chang, 德祥 公记(DeXiangGongJi), a Shanghai retailer from 1901-1934, and with the maker's mark of 培记 (PeiJi).
230gm...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Silver
$2,962 / set
Chinese Antique Export circa 1900 Lacquered & Painted Ming Style Armchair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning highly decorative Chinese Export circa 1900-1920 hand painted and lacquered Ming style armchair.
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Category
Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair Antique 19th Century 1880 Chinese Gouaches on Rice Paper Geisha Girl & Lord
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of antique circa 1880’s Chinese hand painted Gouache paintings depicting a Geisha girl and Lord
A very good looking and beautifully painted pairing, they were made for the export market during the British colonialism...
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1880s Chinese Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Paper
Two Chinese Export Silver Vases
Located in London, GB
Two Chinese silver vases of cornucopia form, both decorated with applied bamboo and chrysanthemum and on a circular base. The vases are similar yet were made by different silversmith...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
$3,381 / set
Antique Chinese Ormolu and Cloisonné Enamel Vase for the Islamic Market
Located in London, GB
Antique Chinese ormolu and cloisonné enamel vase for the Islamic Market
Chinese, early 20th century
Dimensions: Height 10cm...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu
Chinese Export Silver Beaker, circ 1890's
Located in Sarasota, FL
Chinese export repousse beaker, circ 1890. Wieght 3.3 oz., 4 3/8" tall
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Silver
Antique Shanxi Province Elm Low Bed Bench / Coffee Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Shanxi Province elm low bed bench / coffee table.
This antique elm low bed bench can also be used as a coffee table or a display table. It has a rich ...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Elm, Lacquer
Chinese Tang Dynasty Dignatory
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Highly decorated Tang Dynasty Chinese Magristrate figure. This large 25" H ceramic sculpture is an impressive piece with a serious expression. It is in excellent condition. The me...
Category
1680s Asian Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Shanxi Province Elm Square Side Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Shanxi province elm square side table.
This antique Shanxi Province elm square side table from China, has its original color and patina.
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Wood, Elm
Antique Shanxi Province Elm Small Side Table with Carved Apron
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Shanxi Province Elm small side table with Carved Apron
This antique side table from the Shanxi Province of China has its original...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Elm
Large Chinese Export Famille Rose Round Plate
Located in Dallas, TX
Large Chinese export famille rose plate, painted in famille rose enamels. In the center is a chrysanthemum and peony growing from a weathered rock.
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Jadeite Pair of Brush Pots on Stands, Qing Dynasty
Located in Sarasota, FL
Pair of Chinese jadeite hand carved brush pots o the stands, mid 19th century.
Each brush pot 3 1/8" x 2 7/8" X 5/16" and comes on 1" wooden carved st...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Jade
Lovely Vintage Chinese Wine Side Table Cabinet with Bottle & Glass Storage
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely decorative wine / drinks chest with top space for glasses.
A very nice and decorative piece, it seems to...
Category
20th Century Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Wood
Chinese Porcelain Peach Altar Tribute Sculpture
Located in Queens, NY
Chinese porcelain sculpture of ripe, red peaches - symbolizing immortality - each crafted with great detail, stacked high in a green dish as an abundant tri...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Shanxi Province Black Lacquer Elm Side Table, Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Shanxi province black lacquer elm side table - pair.
These beautiful black lacquered elm side tables have all its original color and patina.
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Wood, Elm, Lacquer
Gilt Bronze Mounted Chinese Canton Famille Rose Porcelain Lamps
Located in London, GB
These elegant lamps are crafted from Chinese Canton famille rose porcelain and mounted with French gilt bronze (ormolu). The lamps featur...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ormolu, Bronze
Set of 4 Chinese Red Porcelain Catchalls
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 4 Chinese red glazed porcelain catchalls with organic forms decorated in raised depictions of frogs around the exteriors (priced as set).
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$1,440 / set
Antique Shanxi Province Winged Red Lacquer Painted Small Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Shanxi Province Winged Red Lacquer Painted Small Cabinet
The Antique Shanxi Province Winged Red Lacquer Painted Small Cabinet is a captivating piece showcasing the exquisite...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Paint
Chinese Floral Islamic Style Cloisonné Enamel and Ormolu Vase
Located in London, GB
Chinese floral Islamic style cloisonné enamel and ormolu vase
Chinese, early 20th century
Dimensions: Height 13cm, diameter 13cm
This beautiful bowl...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu
Pair of Stunning circa 1800 Chinese Bamboo Primitive Occasional Chairs His & Her
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this lovely original pair of circa 1800 primitive Chinese bamboo framed occasional chairs
A very rare and highly decorative pair of bamboo framed chairs,...
Category
Early 1800s Chinese Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Bamboo
$1,514 Sale Price / set
25% Off
ANTiQUE CIRCA 1940'S HAND CARVED CHINESE BUREAU WRITING DESK & MATCHING ARMCHAIR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning circa 1940's Chinese Export hand carved Bureau desk with matching...
Category
1940s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Antique Shanxi Province Geometric Frieze Elm Side Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Shanxi province geometric frieze elm side table.
This antique elm side table from the Shanxi Province of China has a unique geometric f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Wood, Elm
Antique Shanxi Province Elm Tea Table with Display Shelf
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Shanxi province elm tea table with display shelf.
This antique elm tea table from the Shanxi Province of China has a display shelf and its original color and patina.
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Elm
Vintage Chinese Elm Tall Tea / Side Table with Decorative Feet
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Chinese Elm tall tea / side table with Decorative Feet
This Vintage tall tea table/side table ia made of elm and has unique decorative feet. This table has its original colo...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Elm, Lacquer
Antique Shanxi Province Hand Woven Rattan Top Elm Coffee Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Shanxi province hand woven rattan top elm coffee table
This elm wood round leghed coffee table and hand woven rattan top is backed with solid elm wood beneath for durability...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Elm
Antique Shanxi Province Winged Elmwood Sideboard
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Shanxi province winged elmwood sideboard
This elmwood winged sideboard with original brown lacquer and patina has 4 drawers, 4 shelves, and ...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Wood, Elm, Lacquer
Vintage Shanxi Province Elmwood Side Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage shanxi province elmwood side table
Chinese elmwood side table having a rectangular top. Beautifully aged patina.
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Wood, Elm
Antique Shanxi Province Rare Top Hat Court Official Elm Bench
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Shanxi Province Rare Top Hat Court Official Elm Bench
The Antique Shanxi Province Rare Top Hat Court Official Elm Bench is a stunning piece of furnit...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Wood, Elm, Lacquer
19th Century Pair of Imari Porcelaine Lamp Mounted Gilt Bronze
Located in Marseille, FR
19th century pair of porcelain lamp from Imari. Frame gilt bronze decorations of metal polychrome flowers.
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Chinese Export Footed Dishes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
No breaks, cracks or fractures. Beautifully detailed.
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$1,295 / set
VINTAGE CHINESE OIL PAiNTING OF A BEAUTIFUL VASE & GHASIA GIRL STATUE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely decorative vintage Chinese oil panting of a Geisha girl statue standi...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Canvas
19th Century Chinese Box, Black Lacquered Rectangular Double Handled Box
Located in Buchanan, MI
A 19th century Chinese box. Black lacquered rectangular double handled box with gilt decoration throughout 7" x 25" x 21". Would make a great ...
Category
19th Century Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Wood
Chinese Export Dishes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully painted. The second dish is 10" x 7.5" x 2" No breaks, cracks or fractures.
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
$695 / set
19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Bowl, Wing Cheong, Hong Kong c.1890
By Wing Cheong
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique late 19th century Chinese solid silver decorative fruit bowl, of traditional round form, applied with a shaped arched and pierced rim w...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Silver
Chinese Ormolu and Cloisonné Enamel Vase for the Islamic Market
Located in London, GB
Chinese Ormolu and Cloisonné enamel vase for the Islamic Market
Chinese, early 20th century
Dimensions: Height 19cm, diameter 23cm
Crafted in China...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu
Chinese Export Silver Openwork Dragon Bowl by Wang Hing & Co, Hong Kong, 1890
Located in Sarasota, FL
Chinese silver repousse and openwork bowl, decorated with dragons and flaming pearl. The bowl is marked on the bottom with a Chinese character, "90" for silver purity, and "WH" for W...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Silver
Chinese Marbel Topped Tea or Coffee Table Using Vintage Carved Giltwood Panels
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage marble topped Chinese tea table constructed with vintage circa 1940 hand carved giltwood panels
A very good looking and well...
Category
1940s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Marble
$1,837 Sale Price
30% Off
Pair of 1900 Chinese Blanc de Chine Roosters
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Could be late 19th Century. No cracks, repairs or damage to these.
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$3,250 / set
18th Century Chinese Export Famille Rose Vases, circa 1750
Located in London, GB
A pair of 18th century famille rose vases painted and applied decoration of squirrels flowers and leaves.
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Shanxi Province Elm Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Shanxi Province Elm Stool
Antique Shanxi Province Elm Seat with Original Color and Patina
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Wood, Elm
Chinese Export asian art and furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Chinese Export asian art and furniture for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage asian art and furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include asian art and furniture, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinese Export asian art and furniture made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and China pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original asian art and furniture, popular names associated with this style include Wang Hing & Co., Europa Antiques, Luen Wo, and Hung Chong & Co.. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for asian art and furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $59 and tops out at $145,000 while the average work can sell for $2,132.
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