Qing Textiles
QING STYLE
The last imperial dynasty from 1644 to 1912 was a time of change in China, beginning with the invasion by Manchurian forces that ended the Ming dynasty and established the Shunzhi Emperor. The expansion of exportation and trade that had bolstered the arts during the Ming era continued, as Qing dynasty furniture involved the same attention to craftsmanship with expert construction techniques in hardwood pieces that were assembled with mortise and tenon joints rather than nails or glue. Together, these eras comprise a golden age of Chinese furniture design.
Ming-style furniture is simple and elegant with clean lines. Chairs of the period and other Ming furniture made an impression on Scandinavian modernist Hans Wegner and his streamlined seating, for example. Whereas Qing-style furniture is elaborate, with an increasing influence from the West leading to lavish carving inspired by the European Baroque and Rococo styles. And while many of the forms that define examples of the latter are common within classical Chinese furniture, such as curving and folding chairs as well as large screens, Qing designs are laden with ornamentation. Frequently, the carved motifs and inlaid designs in mother-of-pearl were auspicious, such as peonies for wealth or dragons for luck. Bats were symbols of happiness in the design of Qing furniture, with one of the characters in the word for bat, bianfu, being a homophone for fu, or “fortune.”
While several types of wood were used in the construction of Qing beds, tables, storage pieces and seating, today’s collectors know that the most prized were the rare rosewoods zitan and huanghuali. They were both sourced from Hainan, China’s largest island, and are marked by a rich luster that occurs naturally, without the application of lacquer or other decorative materials. Many of the most popular woods were imported from southeast Asia, adding to their value. Red sandalwood was also sought after for its durability and connection with Chinese medicine, with some chairs being made for health benefits.
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Style: Qing
Chinese Kesi Panel, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
A Chinese silk embroidered kesi panel, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century.
12 inches wide by 40 inches tall
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk, Glass, Wood
Rare Chinese Yun Jian Embroidered Silk Cloud Collar, circa 1880
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An exceptional and rare antique Chinese Yun Jian embroidered silk cloud collar dating from circa 1880. The collar is beautifully hand embroidered on colored s...
Category
1880s Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Pair of Framed Fine Chinese Antique Embroidery Panels with Forbidden Knots
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of framed antique Chinese embroidery textile panels circa 19th century of Qing Dynasty. Each piece features two mirror-matchin...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Brocade, Silk, Giltwood
Chinese "Golden Dragon" Imperial Silk Robe, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Exquisite embroidery creates a fantastical backdrop for the mystical dragons that adorn this 19th-century Chinese robe. Depicted with great detail and fancy, golden dragons twist and...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Fine Asian Silk Embroidery of Floral Motif
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fined silk hand embroidery with floral motif in seed stitch, couching stitch with gold leaf thread, 19th century
Conservation framed
Overall size: 26.5" height 11.5" width
Embroid...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Fine Asian Silk Embroidery of Floral and Vases Motif
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine silk hand embroidery, floral and vases motif in seed stitches and chain stitches, excellent colors and detail, 19th century
Conservation framed
Overall size: 26.5 height 8" w...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Chinese 19c. Fifth Rank Badge
Located in Sharon, CT
Late 19c Fifth Rank Badge with Silver Pheasant. Embroidered in 'Satin Stich' with gold and multicolored threads on a rich blue silk background. Framed:
17 1/4" x 17 1/4" x 1 5/8".
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Exceptional Antique Chinese Silk Table Cover Qing Period 100 Objects Subject
Located in Media, PA
This antique Chinese silk table cover from the Qing period is a rare and exceptional piece that will elevate the aesthetic of any room. The intricate design and fine craftsmanship sh...
Category
1850s Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Chinese Quadrilobe Fabric Pillow with Embroidery
Located in Chicago, IL
This Chinese pillow was hand crafted by an artisan of the Republic Era (1912–1949). Constructed in the style of traditional ceramic or wood headrest, this pillow has an hour glass fo...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Framed Chinese Embroidered Silk Collar Qing Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A silk collar from China dated to late Qing Dynasty circa 19th century. Known as Yunjian (Cloud Shoulder or Cloud Collar), this two-tiered, five-lobed textile piece was a detachable collar worn around the shoulders as part of the traditional Chinese garment...
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Pair of Qing Dynasty Embroidered Imperial Civil Officer Rank Badges
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pair of Qing Dynasty Embroidered Imperial civil officer rank badges with pheasant alighting astop a rock emerging from cloud and waves surrounding with auspicious symbols.
Each singl...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Pair of Qing Dynasty Kesi Imperial Civil Officer Rank Badges
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pair of Qing Dynasty Kesi Imperial civil officer rank badges with pheasant alighting astop a rock emerging from cloud and waves surrounding with auspicious symbols.
Overall in very ...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Framed Pair of Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Ancestor Paintings on Silk
Located in Morristown, NJ
Antique pair of Qing dynasty ancestor portraits depicting a male and a female. Hand painted on silk and framed under glass within a large te...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk, Glass, Wood, Paint
Framed Chinese Qing Dynasty Embroidered Sixth Rank Badge
Located in Atlanta, GA
A finely embroidered silk civil rank badge panel framed in a wood frame circa late Qing dynasty 19th century. The square rank badge is known in Chinese as ...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Framed Chinese Qing Dynasty Embroidered Ninth Military Rank Badge
Located in Atlanta, GA
A finely embroidered silk military rank badge panel framed in a wood frame circa late Qing dynasty 19th century. The square rank badge is known in Chinese as Buzi which was displayed...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Vintage Chinese Theatre Opera Headdress, Chartreuse with Blue and Siver Details
Located in New York, NY
Captivating piece of cultural heritage, this Vintage Chinese Opera Theatre Headdress in Chartreuse, adorned with exquisite Blue and Silver Details and faux white pearls. Dating back ...
Category
20th Century Chinese Qing Textiles
Materials
Fabric, Paper
Antique Chinese Silk Embroidered Tiger Hat, 19th Century Textile Cap
Located in Bristol, GB
Antique Chinese Handmade Textiles
Probably made as a children’s hat, although it does fit on my head.
Silk tiger hats were made for children, especially boys to help ward off evil ...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk, Textile
Framed Chinese Embroidered Silk Collar Qing Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
An embroidered silk collar from China dated to late Qing Dynasty circa 19th century. Known as Yunjian (Cloud Shoulder or Cloud Collar).
This striking example features a two-tiered design with eleven inner and outer lobes radiating in a circular fashion. The red inner lobes feature floral embroidery design in satin stitches, the border with twisted chain stitches. The outer lobes are in the shape of auspicious "ruyi", which represents the head of Lingzhi mushroom, a symbol of longevity. Each showcases fine needlework of butterfly with spread wings and various floral motif. A small ball clasp remains on the front. This textile art is beautifully presented in a giltwood frame floating within a double mat of conforming shape.
Detachable collars such as this were worn around the shoulders as part of the traditional Chinese garment...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Pair Chinese Embroidered Fourth Rank Badges Qing Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine matching pair of embroidered silk civil rank badge panels (known in Chinese as Buzi) unframed. The panels feature borders of fret archaic key a...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk, Giltwood
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Cinnabar Leather Pillow with Calligraphy
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing dynasty period 19th century cinnabar and black lacquer rectangular shaped leather pillow from an antique opium bed, with hand painted ...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Leather
Framed Chinese Embroidered Silk Collar Qing Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A silk collar from China dated to late Qing Dynasty circa 19th century. Known as Yunjian (Cloud Shoulder or Cloud Collar), this multi-lobed textile piece was a detachable collar worn around the shoulders as part of the traditional Chinese garment accessory. With its origin dated back to the Han Dynasty and being used until the end of Qing Dynasty, the form evolves with time, but much of the ornamentation and fundamental symbolism remains the same.
This striking example features a two-tiered design with seven lobes on each circle, all of which are variations of the shape of auspicious "ruyi", which represents the head of Lingzhi mushroom, a symbol of longevity. The inner lobes feature elaborate embroidery floral design with long and short satin stitches. Notably, one panel has a double gourd design, the symbol of fortune. The outer lobes show a simpler but bolder vision with the outlines of the designs lineated with metallic threads buddled in chain stitches. Small jade beads were used to link the piece together and most of them still remain. The piece as a whole has a very pleasant lilac purple color, delicate with the jade beads.
In Qing Dynasty, the silk collar with high quality was worn by noble or aristocratic women. The red color and the lotus boy symbol indicate that it was most likely part of the fashion accouterment worn during wedding ceremony.
The collar is beautifully float mounted within a double conforming mat in a giltwood frame and wood backing. A stunningly presented period piece with story to tell.
Reference: For a collection of Chinese embroidered collars...
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Framed Chinese Embroidered Silk Collar Qing Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
An embroidered silk collar from China dated to late Qing Dynasty circa 19th century. Known as Yunjian (Cloud Shoulder or Cloud Collar), this multi-lobed t...
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Framed Chinese Embroidered and Appliqued Silk Collar Qing Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A silk collar from China dated to late Qing Dynasty circa 19th century. Known as Yunjian (Cloud Shoulder or Cloud Collar), this multi-lobed textile piece was a detachable collar worn around the shoulders as part of the traditional Chinese garment accessory. With its origin dated back to the Han Dynasty and being used until the end of Qing Dynasty, the form evolves with time, but much of the ornamentation and fundamental symbolism remains the same.
This striking example features a two-tiered design with eight lobes on each circle, all of which are variations of the shape of auspicious "ruyi", which represents the head of Lingzhi mushroom, a symbol of longevity. The inner lobes were made with appliqued patchwork of colorful silk. The outer lobes feature elaborate embroidery of assortment of colorful flowers, scrolling ribbons and butterfly, using mostly long and short satin stitches. The borders and outlines of the designs were lineated with metallic threads buddled in chain stitches. Small black pearls were used to link the piece together and most of them still remain.
In Qing Dynasty, the silk collar with high quality was worn by noble or aristocratic women. The red color and the lotus boy symbol indicate that it was most likely part of the fashion accouterment worn during wedding ceremony.
The collar is beautifully float mounted within a double conforming mat in a giltwood frame and wood backing. A stunningly presented period piece with story to tell.
Reference: For a collection of Chinese embroidered collars...
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
2 Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Silk Court Rank Military Duck Buzi Badges
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of antique Chinese Qing Dynasty silk textile / tapestry court rank military buzi badges or panels embroidered with a scene Mandarin Ducks and blue fl...
Category
Early 20th Century Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk, Faux Bamboo
Antique Chinese Embroidered Silk Skirt
Located in Sharon, CT
A late 19th century Qing Dynasty embroidered silk wedding skirt. Total waistband measures 44", length of skirt 37".
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Large Antique Chinese Export Painting, Gouache on Silk, 19th Century
Located in Bristol, GB
Antique Painting Depicting a Military Carriage
Depicting a Western military leader in a Bicorn hat, possibly a general, or perhaps even Napoleon riding past in a horse-drawn carriag...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Exhibited Framed Chinese Qing Dynasty Embroidered Fifth Rank Badge
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine embroidered silk civil rank badge panel (known in Chinese as Buzi) in giltwood frame originally from the Annette Martin Collection and exhibite...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk, Giltwood
Chinese Dragon, Framed Silk Textile Surcoat Embroidery
Located in Soquel, CA
Late 19th century Chinese silk embroidery rank badge textile, with a finely detailed dragon along with other various symbols embro...
Category
1890s Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Chinese Silk Embroidered Screen or Room Divider Believed to Be Late Qing Dynasty
Located in Nova Scotia, NS
What a magnificent one-of-a-kind Valentine's Day gift this would be! Wow!!
Four panel Chinese silk embroidered screen or room divider believed to be created during the late Qing Dynasty. Four ivory silk embroidered panels housed in a wooden frame form the screen or room divider. The 100 bird...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk, Wood, Leather, Fabric, Textile, Tapestry, Thread, Natural Fiber, G...
19th Century Chinese Silk Embroidery Panel
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exquisite piece of antique embroidery from the 19th century with supporting documents from Hong Kong. Two sleeves of high officials combined to create an intricate panel. The art tel...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Plexiglass, Wood, Silk
Pair of 19th Century Chinese Textile Qing Dynasty Embroidered Sleeve Panels
Located in London, GB
A Pair Of Chinese Embroidered Sleeve Panels.
China, 19th Century, Qing Dynasty.
Antique textile ff rectangular form, with a central seam, one decora...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
19th Century Chinese Embroidered Silk Ladies Butterfly Short Robe
Located in Chicago, IL
When the Qing-dynasty woman who wore this lovely jacket entered a room, people would instantly have recognized her status and rank based on the materials and decoration of her garmen...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Pair of Framed Chinese Silk Brocade Chair Panels, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
These framed silk brocade tapestries are two halves of a magnificent Qing-dynasty chair panel, or chair strip. Because traditional Chinese seating was n...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Antique Rattan Woven Qing Dynasty Pillow
Located in Yonkers, NY
A 19th century Qing Dynasty rattan woven opium pillow from an antique opium bed created in China. This small decorative antique accent piece has two ...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Rattan
Late 19th Century Pair of Chinese Kesi Textile
Located in New York, NY
Mid 19th century pair of Chinese Kesi Textile ( 2' x 3'8" - 61 x 111 cm).
Category
1890s Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Chinese Embroidered Blue Silk Robe in a Plexiglass Box, Qing Dynasty
Located in New York, NY
Chinese embroidered blue silk robe in a plexiglass box, Qing dynasty. Late 19th century, beautifully custom framed in Plexy glass frame to keep it in ex...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Chinese Silk Embroidered Panel of a Female Immortal, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A large framed and glazed Chinese Qing dynasty silk embroidered tapestry panel of a female immortal, most likely Magu, late 19th century, China.
The large Chinese silk panel beautifully embroidered with an image of the Taoist female immortal Magu.
Magu wears luxurious, long, flowing robes, with scarf billowing around her and a gourd drinking vessel hanging tied around her waist. She holds aloft in one hand an archaic ritual wine vessel...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk, Glass
Pair of 19th Century Framed Chinese Silk Embroideries
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Pair of framed Chinese silk embroideries from the 19th century with supporting documents from Hong Kong. Each piece is approximately 15 ...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Brass
Framed Fine Embroidered Second Rank Badge Chinese Qing Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A finely embroidered silk civil rank badge panel presented in a double giltwood frame with glass surround circa mid-late 19th century Qing Dynasty. The square rank badge is known in ...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Framed Chinese Qing Dynasty Embroidered Fifth Rank Badge
Located in Atlanta, GA
A finely embroidered silk civil rank badge panel (known in Chinese as Buzi) in giltwood circa late 19th century Qing dynasty,
The square panel is centered by a silver peasant, the sy...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Framed Chinese Qing Dynasty Embroidered Third Rank Badge
Located in Atlanta, GA
A finely embroidered silk civil rank badge panel framed in a back carved wood frame circa late Qing dynasty 19th century. The square rank badge is known in Chinese as Buzi which was ...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Qing Chinese Imperial Court Kesi Dragon Robe
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Beautifully crafted and sewn Chinese robe. Complete with dragons and other symbolism, this blue robe has been framed out in an acrylic shadow box.
...
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk
Chinese Woman Quasi-Official Imperial Dragon Robe Qing Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A blue silk embroidered dragon robe known in Chinese as Jifu (Auspicious Dress) circa mid-late 19th century from the Imperial Qing dynasty of China. The ...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Textiles
Materials
Silk, Plastic
Qing textiles for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Qing textiles for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Early 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage textiles created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include asian art and furniture, wall decorations, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, silk and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Qing textiles made in a specific country, there are Asia, China, and East Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 textiles differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $309 and tops out at $22,800 while the average work can sell for $3,000.
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