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Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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.

Find a collection of antique Chinese Export tables, beds, cupboards, table lamps and more furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Chinese Export
Pair of Small Vintage Baluster Form Vases, Oriental, Cloisonne, Posy Urn, C.1970
Pair of Small Vintage Baluster Form Vases, Oriental, Cloisonne, Posy Urn, C.1970

Pair of Small Vintage Baluster Form Vases, Oriental, Cloisonne, Posy Urn, C.1970

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a pair of small vintage baluster form vases. An Oriental, cloisonné posy urn, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1970. Delightfully colourful examples, with eye-catching...

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1970s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Metal, Enamel

Vintage Chinese Export Porcelain Vase, Chine, 20th century
Vintage Chinese Export Porcelain Vase, Chine, 20th century

Vintage Chinese Export Porcelain Vase, Chine, 20th century

Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI

Vintage Chinese porcelain vase with koi fish decoration in famille rose style. The red seal mark is a decorative imitation of a Qianlong mark and does not indicate age. 20th century ...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Vintage Goat Figurine in Jade Stone - The Devils Pet
Vintage Goat Figurine in Jade Stone - The Devils Pet

Vintage Goat Figurine in Jade Stone - The Devils Pet

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A small hand-carved/tooled figurine or paperweight of a goat. The devils Pet executed in pale light green jade gemstone. Made in Asia during the 1970s or earlier. Measurements: 6.5...

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20th Century Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Jade

Pair of Chinese Export Hardstone Horses and Stands
Pair of Chinese Export Hardstone Horses and Stands

Pair of Chinese Export Hardstone Horses and Stands

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of Chinese export hardstone horses and stands, each one finely carved of a standing horse with one leg up, facing left and right. Removable from the associated lacquered stands....

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

Materials

Precious Stone, Lacquer

Monumental Fish and Flora Blue and White Gooseneck Vase
Monumental Fish and Flora Blue and White Gooseneck Vase

Monumental Fish and Flora Blue and White Gooseneck Vase

Located in Chicago, IL

Revered for centuries for its elegant designs and rich cobalt blue and pure white colors, traditional Chinese blue-and-white porcelain lives on in this hand-painted bottleneck vase. Delicately rendered with fish and flora beneath fanciful waves, the vase's whimsical motif draws from these traditional Chinese symbols...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Tobacco Leaf Bowl with Gilt Rim
Chinese Tobacco Leaf Bowl with Gilt Rim

Chinese Tobacco Leaf Bowl with Gilt Rim

Located in Bradenton, FL

Vintage 20th Century Chinese Export Hand-Painted Tobacco Leaf Bowl with Gold Rim. Bowl. Bowl features richly enameled, multicolored overlapping leave...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Punch Bowl
18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Punch Bowl

18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Punch Bowl

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

A mid-18th century Chinese export porcelain punch bowl, hand-painted with "The Judgement of Paris" after Rubens. European ceramicists borrowed motifs from Chinese porcelains through...

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1760s Chinese Antique Chinese Export Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Stained and Carved Bone Ancestral Figures, A Pair
Chinese Stained and Carved Bone Ancestral Figures, A Pair

Chinese Stained and Carved Bone Ancestral Figures, A Pair

Located in Bradenton, FL

Hand-Carved Bone Chinese Ancestral Figures, a Man and a Woman. The matched figures stand elegantly on a custom acrylic bases. They are rendered in a vertically elongated format, emph...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Bone

Mid 20th Century Chinese Famille Noire Porcelain Fish Bawl/Planter
Mid 20th Century Chinese Famille Noire Porcelain Fish Bawl/Planter

Mid 20th Century Chinese Famille Noire Porcelain Fish Bawl/Planter

Located in Pomona, CA

This gorgeous vintage Chinese porcelain fish bowl having striking black background on the exterior decorated with elaborate floral,lotus and lotus pods as well as dragon flies and bu...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Large 19th Century Cast Bronze Buddha Hand on Black Stand
Large 19th Century Cast Bronze Buddha Hand on Black Stand

Large 19th Century Cast Bronze Buddha Hand on Black Stand

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Impressive cast bronze Buddha hand on black steel base. Abhaya Mudra: Gesture of Reassurance, Blessing and Protection. Do not Fear. Would be wonderful displayed on a console or coff...

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19th Century Thai Antique Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Bronze

19th Century Chinese Bronze Incense Vessel
19th Century Chinese Bronze Incense Vessel

19th Century Chinese Bronze Incense Vessel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautifully chased 19th century bronze. In three parts. Great as just a table sculpture.

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Vases
Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Vases

Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Vases

Located in Germantown, MD

A Pair of Mid Century Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Measures 5.5" in width, 5.5" in depth and 9" in height.

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Brass, Enamel

Pair of Chinese Marble Lions from the 19th Century
Pair of Chinese Marble Lions from the 19th Century

Pair of Chinese Marble Lions from the 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Pair of Chinese Marble Lions from the XIX century Elegant lions of the Quing Dynasty carved in white marble with chisel. They are in good conditio...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Marble

Antique Chinese Cinnabar Lacquered Rectangular Box and Cover, China, circa 1880,
Antique Chinese Cinnabar Lacquered Rectangular Box and Cover, China, circa 1880,

Antique Chinese Cinnabar Lacquered Rectangular Box and Cover, China, circa 1880,

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Red lacquer box with the lid representing a scholar and children playing in a mountainous garden, the outer sides covered with repeated geometric patterns. This box was made in China...

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Late 19th Century Asian Antique Chinese Export Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Chinese Export Porcelain Famille Rose Snuff Box- European subjects
Chinese Export Porcelain Famille Rose Snuff Box- European subjects

Chinese Export Porcelain Famille Rose Snuff Box- European subjects

Located in Downingtown, PA

East Meets West: Rare Chinese Export "European Subject" Porcelain Snuff Box Circa 1750–1760 A superb mid-18th century Chinese Export porcelain snuff box, finely painted in famille rose and puce enamels, featuring rare "European Subject" decoration. The rectangular box, after a European silver form, features a slightly domed cover and is fitted with its contemporary chased gilt-metal (ormolu) mounts and hinge. The exterior walls are painted with a continuous frieze of European figures—gentlemen in 18th-century frock coats...

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Mid-18th Century Antique Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Fine Antique Collectable Chinese Table Top Cabinet Jewellery Collectors Storage
Fine Antique Collectable Chinese Table Top Cabinet Jewellery Collectors Storage

Fine Antique Collectable Chinese Table Top Cabinet Jewellery Collectors Storage

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage circa 1920's hand painted and lacquered oriental Chinese table chest or jewellery box. A very good looking and well made pie...

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1920s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Hardwood

Canton Famille Rose Large Baluster Vase, Qing Dynasty, Ca. 1840
Canton Famille Rose Large Baluster Vase, Qing Dynasty, Ca. 1840

Canton Famille Rose Large Baluster Vase, Qing Dynasty, Ca. 1840

Located in Banner Elk, NC

A large Canton Famille rose baluster vase, of baluster form, with a tall waisted neck, an everted scalloped rim, the neck and shoulders with applied paired confronting Foo lions and ...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese multicolored decorated porcelain jardiniere
Chinese multicolored decorated porcelain jardiniere

Chinese multicolored decorated porcelain jardiniere

Located in Queens, NY

2 Asian Chinese style (20th Century) multicolored jardinieres decorated with similar floral designs resting in shallow drip bowls (PRICED EACH)

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

Mid-20th Century Vintage Chinese Hand Made Cloisonne Vases - Pair
Mid-20th Century Vintage Chinese Hand Made Cloisonne Vases - Pair

Mid-20th Century Vintage Chinese Hand Made Cloisonne Vases - Pair

Located in Pomona, CA

This pair of magnificent Chinese Cloisonné Vases are the perfect decor piece. With beautiful floral design, it is a majestically hand crafted work of art that is sure to capture ever...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Copper

Large Chinese Vases
Large Chinese Vases

Large Chinese Vases

Located in Dallas, TX

Set of two beautiful asian style large vases/urns.  

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

19th Century Bronze-Mounted Rose Medallion Center Piece
19th Century Bronze-Mounted Rose Medallion Center Piece

19th Century Bronze-Mounted Rose Medallion Center Piece

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dore bronze mounts. Nicely cast. Bowl has no breaks, cracks or damages.

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of Chinese Polychrome Porcelain Roosters
Pair of Chinese Polychrome Porcelain Roosters

Pair of Chinese Polychrome Porcelain Roosters

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of Chinese export style polychrome glazed porcelain figures of roosters (20th Century)

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Chrome

Pair of Chinese Porcelain Vases, Satsuma, 1970's.
Pair of Chinese Porcelain Vases, Satsuma, 1970's.

Pair of Chinese Porcelain Vases, Satsuma, 1970's.

Located in Praha, CZ

The vases are hand-decorated with painted scenes, figures in kimonos. In the background you can see landscapes, mountains, trees. The decoration is richly interwoven with gold color ...

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1970s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Chinese Speckle Glazed Onion Shape Bottle Shaped Vase
Chinese Speckle Glazed Onion Shape Bottle Shaped Vase

Chinese Speckle Glazed Onion Shape Bottle Shaped Vase

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A fine quality Chinese onion shape bottle vase decorated in mottled glazes dating from the latter 19th or 20th century. The stoneware vase stands raised on a narrow round foot and ha...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Antique French Porcelain, Gilt and Silvered Brass Clock Set
Antique French Porcelain, Gilt and Silvered Brass Clock Set

Antique French Porcelain, Gilt and Silvered Brass Clock Set

Located in London, GB

This wonderful clock set, which is comprised of a mantel clock and pair of flanking vases, is designed in a fanciful French ‘Oriental’ style. The set is crafted from brass which has been silvered, parcel gilt and painted. The clock is also mounted with porcelain plaques which are beautifully painted with colourful depictions of birds and flowers. The mantel clock is composed of a tall rectangular body with a break arch top which is crowned by a covered twin-handled urn. The urn features a parcel gilt pointed finial on its cover and a silvered body painted with pink cherry blossoms. The urn stands on the arched top of the clock, which is decorated with a sculptural gilt scrollwork band and a gilt foliate border. The arch contains a circular porcelain dial which features a central painting of a pair of birds, encircled by black Roman Numerals within white cartouches. This dial is framed by a gilt beaded bezel. The shoulders of the clock body are mounted with parcel gilt and silvered elephant heads holding ring handles. Porcelain panels decorate the front and sides of the silvered clock body. These panels are beautifully decorated with paintings of colourful birds, butterflies and cherry blossom trees, set within gilt stiff-leaf frames. The clock body is set on a silvered rectangular base which is edged with a parcel gilt foliate band. The front of the base is mounted with a silvered and parcel gilt lion's head mask and flanking painted porcelain plaques. The clock stands on four parcel gilt silvered feet, which are geometric and scrolled in form. The pair of silvered vases...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Brass

Antique Vietnamese Silver Treasure Box with Guardian Dragons
Antique Vietnamese Silver Treasure Box with Guardian Dragons

Antique Vietnamese Silver Treasure Box with Guardian Dragons

Located in New York, NY

Vietnamese silver box, late 19th century. Rectangular with straight sides. Cover flat and hinged. Box sides have embossed blossoming branches, bamboo...

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Late 19th Century Vietnamese Antique Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Silver

Tibetan Bronze Standing Gilt Bronze Buddha Offering Protection
Tibetan Bronze Standing Gilt Bronze Buddha Offering Protection

Tibetan Bronze Standing Gilt Bronze Buddha Offering Protection

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Tibetan bronze standing gilt bronze buddha offering protection China, 20th century A fine example, the Buddha standing on lotus base with the "no fear" abhaya mudra, the figure is ...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Table Lamp, Chinese, Porcelaine, Hand Painted, in a Vase Shape, China circa 1940
Table Lamp, Chinese, Porcelaine, Hand Painted, in a Vase Shape, China circa 1940

Table Lamp, Chinese, Porcelaine, Hand Painted, in a Vase Shape, China circa 1940

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Vase, table lamp, in porcelain. It has been made in china, circa 1940. The decorative pattern are flowers and leaves.

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1940s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Canton Porcelain Famille Rose Qianlong Tureen 18 Ct
Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Canton Porcelain Famille Rose Qianlong Tureen 18 Ct

Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Canton Porcelain Famille Rose Qianlong Tureen 18 Ct

Located in Dublin, Ireland

An Imposing Hand Painted Chinese Export Porcelain Twin Handle Enameled Soup Tureen or Centerpiece of large proportions and traditional form, made during last quarter of the Eighteent...

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Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Double Happiness Blue & White Ceramic Ginger Jar
Double Happiness Blue & White Ceramic Ginger Jar

Double Happiness Blue & White Ceramic Ginger Jar

Located in Bradenton, FL

A blue and white Chinese ceramic ginger jar with lid. Hand-painted with the double happiness symbol framed with a floral motif in bold cobalt blue. Marked underneath “Made in China”.

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Small Chinese Export Cloisonné Lidded Box decorated with peaches, Circa 1930
Small Chinese Export Cloisonné Lidded Box decorated with peaches, Circa 1930

Small Chinese Export Cloisonné Lidded Box decorated with peaches, Circa 1930

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a very decorative Chinese Export cloisonné lidded box which we date to the 20th century, Circa 1930. The box has a cylindrical shape, with its original lid and is all beauti...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Petite Chinese Blue & White Jar, c. 1920
Petite Chinese Blue & White Jar, c. 1920

Petite Chinese Blue & White Jar, c. 1920

Located in Chicago, IL

Hand-painted in cobalt blue atop a cool white field, this petite tea leaf jar beautifully exemplifies the timeless allure of Chinese blue-and-white porcelain. The small jar dates to ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Circa 1850 Chinese Export Papier Mache Footed Tray
Circa 1850 Chinese Export Papier Mache Footed Tray

Circa 1850 Chinese Export Papier Mache Footed Tray

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1850 Chinese export papier mache footed tray. Exquisitely hand painted & gilded. Minor rubbing & darkening commensurate with age, material & use. 11 3/8" dia., 1.75" h. We are...

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1850s Chinese Antique Chinese Export Decorative Objects

Materials

Paint, Paper

20th Century Wooden Carved Eight Immortals Statues
20th Century Wooden Carved Eight Immortals Statues

20th Century Wooden Carved Eight Immortals Statues

Located in Pomona, CA

The Eight Immortals are the eight immortals in Taoism, representing eight different groups of people, men, women, old and young, poor, lowly, rich and noble. Since the Eight Immortals are mortals who have attained Taoism, their personalities are closer to those of the common people. Recently, they have become very important representatives of the immortals in Taoism. The Eight Immortals are Tieguai Li, Zhong Liquan, Lan Caihe, Zhang Guolao, He Xiangu, Lu Dongbin, Han Xiangzi, Cao Guojiu. They are well known in Chinese folks. Size: 11in H x 4in W x 3.5in D each Origin: China Circa: 1950's Material: Boxwood Condition: Original condition, hand made and hand carved, normal age wear. Disclaimer: Due to differences in monitor/screen settings, product colors may differ slightly between product photos...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Boxwood

Cloisonne and Enameled Filligree Peacock Sculpture
Cloisonne and Enameled Filligree Peacock Sculpture

Cloisonne and Enameled Filligree Peacock Sculpture

Located in Pasadena, TX

This peacock is made of cloisonne with colored enameling. It's has a brass frame and it rest on a jade base.

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Jade, Brass

Chinese Blue & White 'Prunus & Birds' Jar/Vase & Cover Earlier Qing Dynasty
Chinese Blue & White 'Prunus & Birds' Jar/Vase & Cover Earlier Qing Dynasty

Chinese Blue & White 'Prunus & Birds' Jar/Vase & Cover Earlier Qing Dynasty

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Chinese Blue & White 'Prunus' Jar/Vase & Cover Early Qing Dynasty (1644–1911) This impressive Chinese Blue & White 'Prunus' Jar/Vase and Cover, dating to the Early Qing Dynasty, is...

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18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Huge Pair of Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Cloisonne Pots/Vases
Huge Pair of Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Cloisonne Pots/Vases

Huge Pair of Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Cloisonne Pots/Vases

Located in Pomona, CA

Look at this pair of magnificent Antique Chinese Cloisonne Pots. It shows very detailed hand craft works of cloisonne art - a lot of Chinese traditional folks art like Buddhas flower...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Metal, Copper

Chinese Export Porcelain oval Lidded Box Hand Painted, circa 1920
Chinese Export Porcelain oval Lidded Box Hand Painted, circa 1920

Chinese Export Porcelain oval Lidded Box Hand Painted, circa 1920

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a Chinese Export porcelain Lidded Box, hand painted with a figural decoration, made in China, circa 1920 The box is well potted in an oval shape, the lid having a domed top...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Green and Cherry Blossom Cloissone Bowl
Chinese Green and Cherry Blossom Cloissone Bowl

Chinese Green and Cherry Blossom Cloissone Bowl

Located in Queens, NY

Vintage Chinese green cloisonne bowl with cherry blossoms and birds on the interior and exterior, and a yellow and blue pattern around the rim.  

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Metal, Enamel

Miniature Jadite Elephant on Wooden Stand
Miniature Jadite Elephant on Wooden Stand

Miniature Jadite Elephant on Wooden Stand

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is a miniature Jadite Elephant on a wood stand. It was crafted in China after 1920. It has an indiscernible inscription on the bottom.

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Jade

Petite Famille Verte Canton Vase, c. 1920
Petite Famille Verte Canton Vase, c. 1920

Petite Famille Verte Canton Vase, c. 1920

Located in Chicago, IL

Dated to the 1920s during China's Republic Period, this petite vase is decorated in a style known as Canton enamel, so named for the long-standing industry of export enamels based in...

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1920s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Copper

Chinese Pewter Picture Frame

Chinese Pewter Picture Frame

Located in Queens, NY

Asian Chinese-style (19/20th Century) pewter double easel picture frame with dragon motif.

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Pewter

Blue and White Porcelain Asian Cache Pot
Blue and White Porcelain Asian Cache Pot

Blue and White Porcelain Asian Cache Pot

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful Blue and White Porcelain Asian Cache Pot. Very large pot with amazing hand painted details. Add this gorgeous pot to your Collection. Perfect...

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1950s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Carved Soapstone Lamp
Chinese Carved Soapstone Lamp

Chinese Carved Soapstone Lamp

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A carved soapstone lamp base, unusual because of the color of the stone; reddish, brown and black. The carving is in the shape of a vase which i...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Sandstone

Chinese Tang Dynasty-Style Terra Cotta Horse and Rider Tomb Figure
Chinese Tang Dynasty-Style Terra Cotta Horse and Rider Tomb Figure

Chinese Tang Dynasty-Style Terra Cotta Horse and Rider Tomb Figure

Located in Queens, NY

Antique Chinese Tang Dynasty-style terracotta tomb figure of a rider wearing robes sitting on a horse with a bowed head, on a square base.       

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20th Century Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

Pair of Kerosene Lamps with Birds in Chinese Style
Pair of Kerosene Lamps with Birds in Chinese Style

Pair of Kerosene Lamps with Birds in Chinese Style

Located in Paris, FR

Pair of French antique kerosene lamps. The bronze paunch is decorated with birds on branches and flowers in Chinese style. What makes these lamps stun...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of 1930s Vintage Bronze Jug Vase Urns with Little Cherub Angles Nice Find
Pair of 1930s Vintage Bronze Jug Vase Urns with Little Cherub Angles Nice Find

Pair of 1930s Vintage Bronze Jug Vase Urns with Little Cherub Angles Nice Find

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original pair of 1930s bronze jug vases with cherubs A good looking and well made pair, the Cherubs have t...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Chinese Decorative or Jewelry Box, in Carved Wood, Trees and Birds Decor, China
Chinese Decorative or Jewelry Box, in Carved Wood, Trees and Birds Decor, China

Chinese Decorative or Jewelry Box, in Carved Wood, Trees and Birds Decor, China

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

It is a carved wooden box, brown and black. One part is hand carved, the other Painted lacquered. It was made in China during the 1930s and 1940s, so it is from the Republic period.

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1930s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Wood

20th Century Chinese Ceramic Tang SanCai (tri color)Horse
20th Century Chinese Ceramic Tang SanCai (tri color)Horse

20th Century Chinese Ceramic Tang SanCai (tri color)Horse

Located in Pomona, CA

A large vintage Tang style Sancai glazed terracotta horse. This exquisite piece features a striking green and brown color glazed finish, infusing it with a touch of classic allure. T...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Chinese Export Rose Mandarin Lidded Bottle Vase, Early 19th Century
Chinese Export Rose Mandarin Lidded Bottle Vase, Early 19th Century

Chinese Export Rose Mandarin Lidded Bottle Vase, Early 19th Century

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

Early 19th century rose mandarin lidded bottle vase, typically decorated in the 'Rose Medallion' pattern. Two panels depicting Chinese garden and interior scenes and two panels with ...

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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair of Red Asian Cinnabar Boxes with Lid and Blue Lacquer Interior
Pair of Red Asian Cinnabar Boxes with Lid and Blue Lacquer Interior

Pair of Red Asian Cinnabar Boxes with Lid and Blue Lacquer Interior

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A pair of lovely Boxes in the style of Cinnabar. Intricately Carved small boxes with a removable lid, revealing a blue lacquer inside. Perfectly suited for decorative purposes or ...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Wood

Large Pair of 19th Chinese Yellow and Green Ground Vases/ lamps
Large Pair of 19th Chinese Yellow and Green Ground Vases/ lamps

Large Pair of 19th Chinese Yellow and Green Ground Vases/ lamps

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A large, good quality pair of 19th century Chinese green and yellow ground vases, each with classical motif decoration, scrolling flowers, leaves an...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair of Chinese Carved Foo Dogs
Pair of Chinese Carved Foo Dogs

Pair of Chinese Carved Foo Dogs

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of Asian Chinese style (19/20th Cent) carved and painted monumental seated foo dogs with colored glass trim

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Vintage Hand Painted Famille Rose Porcelain Ginger Jar - China - Mid 20th C.
Vintage Hand Painted Famille Rose Porcelain Ginger Jar - China - Mid 20th C.

Vintage Hand Painted Famille Rose Porcelain Ginger Jar - China - Mid 20th C.

Located in Chatham, ON

Vintage porcelain ginger jar with lid - famille rose decoration with hand painted scenic panels to the front and back - turquoise bands to the top and bottom of the jar - unsigned - ...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Export decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Chinese Export decorative objects 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 decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, asian art and furniture, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, porcelain and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinese Export decorative objects 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 decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Europa Antiques, Hung Chong & Co., Mottahedeh, and Samson & Cie. 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 decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $68 and tops out at $216,780 while the average work can sell for $1,500.