Qing Decorative Objects

Tracing its roots back into the Han dynasty, this early 20th-century vessel emulates the full-bodied shapes and unusual glazing found in ancient ceramics...

One of the primary functions of the Chinese garden was to provide a setting for literary gatherings, places where poets and scholars convened with nature and commemorated the affair ...

The phoenix tail vase form dates back as far as the bronze age and has remained a popular shape for its clean lines and graceful curves. Created in the early 20th century, this parti...

This unusual squat vessel would have been kept near a kang platform to warm one's blankets before bed. Much like a hot water bottle, the ceramic vessel was filled with hot water thro...

Made of Chinese northern elmwood, this smooth block of wood was once used by an upper-class woman as a headrest. The soft curve and height of the block not only supported her head an...

This 19th century weight originally used its heft domestically to protect a child. A simple yet ingenious concept, the stone anchored the baby’s swaddling cloth to the bed so the chi...

Painted with yellow, brown and green glazes against the straw-glazed ground, the cavettos with a broad brown-glazed band, the exteriors green-glazed. Period : Qing Dynasty, Yongzhen...

A work of art in itself, this finely woven Qing-dynasty trunk likely once stored prized painted scrolls. Framed in elmwood, the trunk’s panels are lined with thin reeds that were pai...

This ceramic vessel was handcrafted in the Jiangxi region of China in the spirit of ancient temple jars. The style and glaze is reminiscent of Han dynasty burial vessels designed to ...

Hand carved and vibrantly painted, this 19th century figure of a mythical spirit was once placed upon a traditional altar table to pay tribute to ancestors past. The figure is carved...

The queen mother of the west is cast in a seated position with her hands held before her chest holding a "gui". She is dressed in long-sleeved robes. Her face is framed by an elabora...

Tea set decorated with beautiful floral(Saucer) and oriental pattern(Tea Bowl) Period : Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Period Production Date : C 1725 Made in : Jingdezhen Destination : Ne...

A Fine hand-carved and Lacquered wood figure of a Luohan Arhat, Buddha' disciple. Seated in royal ease on a standing lion, wearing long flowing robes. China, Kangxi Kingdom 1661-17...

Large decorative oriental ginger or spice jar on stand A delightful piece, tall, very bright with fine decorative detail The vase is 16” tall, and 8” in ...

This antique Chinese headrest was crafted from elmwood and has a wonderfully smooth texture and elongated shape. It likely belonged to an uppe...

The bottle shaped body decorated with foliate & geometric motifs within petal shaped panels, rising to a slender tapering neck to a flaring rim, raised overall upon a circular foot.

A Fine Pair of Chinese Hardwood Figures of Immortals Qing Dynasty, 19th Century A superb pair of Chinese scholar or Daoist immortal figures, each finely carved from dense, lustrous ...

Sharing with you this lovely pair of antique Chinese porcelain dishes from the 19th century. These dishes belong to the Kitchen Qing family and feature a charming scene of fruits, ba...

A very nicely decorated dish. Made into a dish for serving sweets. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Decoration Type / Colour: Imari Empe...

The finely carved full length figure of 'The Goddess of Compassion, Kindness & Mercy' shown attired in flowing robes, her hair worn in high chignon with her face effecting a serene a...

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning and very rare 19th century hand carved Chinese Qing Dynasty Hongmu stand A very good looking well mad...

Nice and Beautifully painted pair of Cantonese Cups and dishes. Painted with different kind of figural scenes. Very good quality Cantonese ware. Country of origin: China Period: 19t...

An exceptional and quite rare pair of antique 19th century canton enameled single light candle/ pricket sticks, on a pair of fine original carved hardwood stands. Canton China, 19th ...

A Chinese Qing Dynasty blue and white blue porcelain "rose water" sprinkler, fitted with silvered metal filigree work, the stopper decorate...

Introducing our "Vintage Brass and Enamel Foo Dog Incense Burner from the Qing Dynasty." This exquisite piece showcases the intricate craftsmanship of the era, featuring a detailed F...

Early 18th century Chinese Qing period carved Lohan figure in draped robes. Very finely carved heavy dark rosewood. The aged surface patina with tight gra...

Early 19th to mid 19th century Chinese, Iron, water bath. With the patina of decades, this cast-iron sarcophagus-shaped bath has its original handles and exudes a timeless floral dec...

Statue of flying Apsara playing the pipa, finely sculpted from white marble, measuring 51 by 23 by 25 inches. Apparenlty unsigned. In good condition with surface dirt, scratches and...

This petite glazed jar from China's Shanxi province exemplifies the timeless appeal of handcrafted pottery. Once used in an apothecary to hold ground herbs and oils for traditional m...

These green ceramic Chinese candlestick holders come in a pair. They are glazed and include several interesting handmade designs and patterns...

These petite glazed jars from China's Shanxi province exemplify the timeless appeal of handcrafted pottery. Once used in an apothecary to hold ground herbs and oils for traditional m...

This petite glazed jar from China's Shanxi province exemplifies the timeless appeal of handcrafted pottery. Once used in an apothecary to hold ground herbs and oils for traditional m...

A boat with two figures standing on it, seemingly engaged in fishing with a net. Below the boat, on the shore, there are two more figures involved in a different activity, possibly c...

Chinese Qing Dynasty pair of baluster vases of hexagonal form, the everted scalloped rim of white ground raised over tapering neck with pair of recumbent tigers in green glaze cast i...

This early 20th-century vessel emulates the full-bodied shapes and unusual glazing found in ancient ceramics. A thick brown glaze clings to the upper half of the jar, dripping to a s...

A GILT-BRONZE ‘COURTLY SCENE’ BOWL Bearing a Qianlong Reign Mark 19th Century, in the Qianlong Taste Of compressed globular form, the rounded body rising to a gently incurved rim, cast in high relief with figural panels depicting courtly scenes of attendants and noblewomen within architectural terraces, reserved against dense scrolling cloud and foliate grounds. One side centered with a circular shou (longevity) medallion, framed by stylized vegetal scrolls. The shoulder applied with a pair of finely cast beast-mask handles issuing loose ring pendants, the masks rendered with pronounced brows, curling manes, and open jaws, in keeping with Qing revival archaistic vocabulary. The surface retains extensive areas of original gilt over bronze, now mellowed to a warm, time-softened tone, with natural oxidation settled into recessed detailing. The base cast with a recessed square seal mark reading Da Qing Qianlong Nian Zhi (Made in the Qianlong period...

A rich, dark brown glaze coats the gently tapered form of this late 19th-century kitchen jar. As evidenced by the glazed interior, the jar was once used d...

To keep her elaborate hairstyle intact while sleeping, a well-to-do Qing-dynasty woman would use a rigid headrest or neck pillow to keep her head elevated. Whether functional or purely decorative, such headrests were crafted from a variety of materials and were often decorated with elaborate patterns or symbolic motifs. This porcelain headrest...

A Chinese Peking glass charger on new stand, late 19th century.

This unusual squat vessel would have been kept near a Kang platform to warm one's blankets before bed. Much like a hot water bottle, the ceramic vessel was filled with hot water thro...

At once ancient and contemporary, this beautiful urn speaks to the timelessness of Chinese ceramic design. Made in northern China in the early 20th century, the urn pays respect to m...

Given the beauty and thoughtful design of traditional Chinese furniture, it’s no wonder that Qing-dynasty carpenter’s tools were accorded the same att...

This ceramic vessel was handcrafted in the Jiangxi region of China in the spirit of ancient temple jars. The style and glaze is reminiscent of Han dynasty burial vessels designed to ...

Carved from a solid piece of stone, this weight was originally used by a Shoemaker to press down large pieces of leather. Surrounded by intricate scrollwork and peony blossoms, a gua...

Sculpted in a traditional Chinese phoenix tail vase form, this elegant early 20th century vase is adorned with a scene of magpies flitting between branches covered in cherry blossoms...

At the center, it features five elegant cranes depicted against a pond setting, each portrayed in varying postures. The background harmoniously incorporates lotus flowers and other aquatic plants. Cranes in East Asian culture symbolize purity, longevity, and loyalty, and their depiction here enhances the themes of peace and harmony. The outer rim of the plate is encircled by a continuous lattice border, within which are alternately placed floral and geometric patterns, delicately executed. Period : Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period Production Date : 1690-1699 Made in : Jingdezhen Destination : Netherland Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Vung Tau ship Size : 20cm (Diameter) x 3.5cm (Height) Condition : Excellent Reference : Double checked with reference to the original catalogues 1) Christies Amsterdam 1992 - Vung Tau Cargo / Christies 2) Qing Dynasty Export Blue and White(淸代外销靑花瓷) - Vung Tau Cargo Catalogue / Guangxi Fine Art Publishing House 3) Asian Ceramic Found along Maritime Silk Route / National Maritime Museum of Korea * Vung Tau Cargo Porcelain...

Modelled as a yellow bird, green deer, and yellow monkey grouped together on a brown-glazed stand. These brush rest with a bird, a monkey and a deer probably refers to the rebus 'may you receive high rank and emolument' or 'general long life, happiness and wealth' A ceramic tray shaped as a lotus leaf with finely detailed veining. Accented by a lotus pod–form vessel and soft green glaze, it evokes a tranquil waterside scene. Period : Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Period Production Date : C 1725 Made in : Jingdezhen Destination : Netherland Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Ca Mau...

Sharing with you this very nicely Dutch decorated Chinese Porcelain Kangxi bowl. What you see is a Jingdezhen made porcelain bowl from around 1710-1730. Later decorated in Holland ...

Sharing with you this very nicely decorated plate. What you see is a Jingdezhen made porcelain dish from around 1720-1730. Later decorated with a Rare type of decoration in Red, Gree...

A lovely Kangxi/Yongzheng period Plate dating to around 1720-1730. This is a Famille Everything piece. Late Kangxi early Yongzheng. From the period that the producer in Jingdezhen co...

A lovely Kangxi period Plate dating to around 1690-1710. Landscape scenes at the base also. Marked at base with an incense burner mark. Additional information: Material: Porcelain &...

Lovely Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Charger with nice green enamels. We think it could be a pre Bencharong / Pre Nyonya plate/charger. We call this style Pre Bencharong because it...

Lovely Chinese porcelain 18th c dish from the late 18th c. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China, South East Asia Period: 18th century Empero...

Sharing with you this very nicely decorated plate. What you see is a Jingdezhen made porcelain dish from around 1710-1730. Later decorated in Holland Additional information: Materia...

Sharing with you this very nicely decorated set. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Plates Region of Origin: China Period: 18th century China Dynasty Perio...

A very nicely decorated plate with a landscape Scene. Kangxi period. Great decoration in semi kraak style with a typical sketchy Ming landscape deriving from Ming. Lacking any figur...