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Qing Decorative Objects

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.

Find a collection of antique Qing tea tables, stools, benches, decorative objects and more furniture on 1stDibs.

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XL Calligraphy Brush Jade Archer's Rings 17" Engraved
XL Calligraphy Brush Jade Archer's Rings 17" Engraved

XL Calligraphy Brush Jade Archer's Rings 17" Engraved

Located in Somis, CA

The extra large, extraordinary 17" Chinese calligraphy brush captivates with its fusion of history, symbolism, and artistic finesse. Comprising a collection of seven jade Archer's ri...

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2010s Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Jade

Antique Qing Dynasty Chinese Porcelain Amsterdams Bont Plate
Antique Qing Dynasty Chinese Porcelain Amsterdams Bont Plate

Antique Qing Dynasty Chinese Porcelain Amsterdams Bont Plate

Located in Amsterdam, Noord 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...

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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Vintage Famille Verte Temple Jar, Hand-Painted Porcelain, China, 1970s
Vintage Famille Verte Temple Jar, Hand-Painted Porcelain, China, 1970s

Vintage Famille Verte Temple Jar, Hand-Painted Porcelain, China, 1970s

Located in Glasgow, GB

Famille Verte style porcelain temple jar. Crafted in China towards the end of the 20th century in the 1970s. This piece is made from white undergl...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Enamel

A Chinese Carved Red Lacquer Cinnabar Box, 19th Century
A Chinese Carved Red Lacquer Cinnabar Box, 19th Century

A Chinese Carved Red Lacquer Cinnabar Box, 19th Century

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

A Chinese Carved Red Lacquer Cinnabar Box, 19th Century Provenance: Private Australian Collection. Description: Cinnabar is a red mineral compos...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Wood, Lacquer

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Red Lacquered Treasure Chest Box with Brass Hardware
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Red Lacquered Treasure Chest Box with Brass Hardware

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Red Lacquered Treasure Chest Box with Brass Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Qing Dynasty period red lacquered treasure chest box from the 19th century, with brass hardware. Born during the 19th century, this exquisite Qing Dynasty red lacquered treasure ch...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Brass

Set of Chinese Red Lacquered Wedding Presentation Boxes, Carved, Parcel Gilt
Set of Chinese Red Lacquered Wedding Presentation Boxes, Carved, Parcel Gilt

Set of Chinese Red Lacquered Wedding Presentation Boxes, Carved, Parcel Gilt

Located in Doylestown, PA

Near pair set of large Chinese carved and embossed red lacquered wooden rectangular presentation boxes with gilt decoration, circa 1910. Beautiful boxes crafted with dovetail joiner...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Lacquer, Wood

Chinese Blue & White Floral Plate, 19th Century
Chinese Blue & White Floral Plate, 19th Century

Chinese Blue & White Floral Plate, 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

This 19th-century porcelain plate is hand-painted with cobalt underglaze in the blue-and-white manner, loosely brushed with deep pigmentation against a blue-grey field. Shaped with g...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Shiwan Green Glazed Ceramic Jar / Planter, c. 1900
Chinese Shiwan Green Glazed Ceramic Jar / Planter, c. 1900

Chinese Shiwan Green Glazed Ceramic Jar / Planter, c. 1900

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A wonderful green glaze typical of Chinese "Shiwan" pottery adorns this early 20th Century Chinese storage jar. The jar likely occupied a private home to store grains or other househ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Large Chinese Qing Dynasty Wucai Porcelain Dragon Bowl, 19th Century
Large Chinese Qing Dynasty Wucai Porcelain Dragon Bowl, 19th Century

Large Chinese Qing Dynasty Wucai Porcelain Dragon Bowl, 19th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A large Chinese Qing dynasty porcelain wucai (five color) glazed bowl painted in underglaze blue and overglaze red, green, and yellow upon a pure white ground, and featuring a design...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Monumental Pair Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Famille Rose Porcelain Vases 1900
Monumental Pair Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Famille Rose Porcelain Vases 1900

Monumental Pair Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Famille Rose Porcelain Vases 1900

Located in Portland, OR

A fine pair of Monumental antique Chinese late Qing dynasty period Famille Rose Porcelain vases. The vases of baluster form with applied handles modeled as dragons, each vase is very finely a hand-painted with polychrome scenes of immortal figures in a garden setting. Each vase having a red Qianlong six character mark to the base. Excellent condition, no damage or retoration. This monumental pair of antique...

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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

18th Century Wooden Phoenix Bird
18th Century Wooden Phoenix Bird

18th Century Wooden Phoenix Bird

Located in Kastrup, DK

Decorative 18th century wooden Phoenix bird with polychrome lacquer. From Henan Province, China. Untouched original condition. Measures: Height bird 21...

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Mid-18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Bottle Vase Floral Decoration
Early 20th Century Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Bottle Vase Floral Decoration

Early 20th Century Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Bottle Vase Floral Decoration

Located in Epfach, DE

A beautiful cloisonné enamel vase, China, early 19th century, likely dating to the Jiaqing or Daoguang period, its production continuing the imperial cloisonné tradition established ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Antique Plate Chinese Porcelain Blue and White Plate Kangxi Period, 18th Century
Antique Plate Chinese Porcelain Blue and White Plate Kangxi Period, 18th Century

Antique Plate Chinese Porcelain Blue and White Plate Kangxi Period, 18th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Antique Plate 18th Century Chinese Porcelain Blue and White Plate Kangxi Period. A very nicely decorated plate with flowers. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery D...

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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Monochrome Cornflower Blue Spill Vase with Crystalline Glaze, circa 1970
Chinese Monochrome Cornflower Blue Spill Vase with Crystalline Glaze, circa 1970

Chinese Monochrome Cornflower Blue Spill Vase with Crystalline Glaze, circa 1970

Located in Glasgow, GB

A tall, cylindrical Chinese monochrome porcelain vase, made in the 1970s and finished in a refined cornflower blue glaze. The simple vertical form, often described as a spill vase, i...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Blue & White Condiment Pot, c. 1875
Chinese Blue & White Condiment Pot, c. 1875

Chinese Blue & White Condiment Pot, c. 1875

Located in Chicago, IL

This small, blue-and-white ewer is a charming example of antique Chinese kitchenwares, originally used for dispensing rice wine or condiments such as soy sauce or vinegar. Dating to ...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Dragon Wedding Basket
Antique Chinese Dragon Wedding Basket

Antique Chinese Dragon Wedding Basket

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Antique Chinese Dragon Wedding Basket, bamboo, rattan, wood and brass, 19th century. A 3-tier round form with magnificently carved bamboo overh...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Bamboo

Chinese Blue-and-White Vase
Chinese Blue-and-White Vase

Chinese Blue-and-White Vase

Located in Norton, MA

A Chinese blue-and-white vase with covered, with "Reverse" cloud designs surrounding figural scenes in reserve.   

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20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Jade Green Glazed Jar, 19th Century
Chinese Jade Green Glazed Jar, 19th Century

Chinese Jade Green Glazed Jar, 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

Luminous, blue-green glaze sheets, pools, and drips over the surface of this round Chinese jar, lingering beautifully on every imperfection. Potted in the late-19th century, the eart...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Chinese Bronze Ram and Gazelle Sculpture with Intertwined Horns and Coin Base
Chinese Bronze Ram and Gazelle Sculpture with Intertwined Horns and Coin Base

Chinese Bronze Ram and Gazelle Sculpture with Intertwined Horns and Coin Base

Located in San Diego, CA

Sculptural Chinese bronze depicting a ram and gazelle intertwined, their elongated, ribbed horns forming a continuous, sinuous vertical composition. The two animals are rendered in d...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Vintage Chinese Green Glazed Ceramic Soy Sauce Jar
Vintage Chinese Green Glazed Ceramic Soy Sauce Jar

Vintage Chinese Green Glazed Ceramic Soy Sauce Jar

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This vintage Chinese soy sauce jar showcases a stunning green glaze with beautiful natural variations that flow organically across its surface. The ribbed upper body adds subtle text...

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1950s Chinese Vintage Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Antique Qing Dynasty Famille Rose Chinese Porcelain Vase with Qianlong Marking
Antique Qing Dynasty Famille Rose Chinese Porcelain Vase with Qianlong Marking

Antique Qing Dynasty Famille Rose Chinese Porcelain Vase with Qianlong Marking

Located in Westfield, MA

This antique Qing Dynasty famille rose porcelain vase represents the elegance and artistry of Chinese decorative traditions. The form features a rounded body that rises gracefully in...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

18th/19th Century Chinese Cinnabar Circular Box with Multiple Cartouches
18th/19th Century Chinese Cinnabar Circular Box with Multiple Cartouches

18th/19th Century Chinese Cinnabar Circular Box with Multiple Cartouches

Located in New York, NY

An 18th/19th Century Chinese cinnabar circular box with multiple cartouches of Families. This is a marvelous piece with very fine details on the main top panel of the box. The top pa...

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1790s Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Lacquer

A Pair Of Rare And Fine Ceramic San-cai Guardian Lions
A Pair Of Rare And Fine Ceramic San-cai Guardian Lions

A Pair Of Rare And Fine Ceramic San-cai Guardian Lions

Located in Greenwich, CT

A pair rare and fine ceramic with san-cai guardian lions, lively modeled with intricate details, lively modeled, beautiful colors.

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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Chinese Hardwood Opium Bowl Stand, c. 1900
Chinese Hardwood Opium Bowl Stand, c. 1900

Chinese Hardwood Opium Bowl Stand, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Designed to resemble a scroll-form altar table, this narrow footed box has an elegant silhouette with waterfall sides and minimal ornamentation. Dated to the late 19th century, the b...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Hardwood

Antique Chinese Ceramic Pickling Jar Jade Green, c. 1900
Antique Chinese Ceramic Pickling Jar Jade Green, c. 1900

Antique Chinese Ceramic Pickling Jar Jade Green, c. 1900

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This glazed Chinese ceramic jar from the turn of the 19th Century was once used for pickling foods. It features a jade green finish and outer surface that features a ribbed texture. ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Baluster Vases
Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Baluster Vases

Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Baluster Vases

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Fine pair of early 20th century Chinese enamel cloisonné vases. The baluster form bodies are decorated with intricate foliate and vine patterns almost in an arabesque style design wi...

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20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Antique Chinese Glazed Porcelain Roof Tile of a Warrior Figure, 19th Century
Antique Chinese Glazed Porcelain Roof Tile of a Warrior Figure, 19th Century

Antique Chinese Glazed Porcelain Roof Tile of a Warrior Figure, 19th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Chinese glazed porcelain roof tile of a warrior. The manufacture of glazed tiles was standardized in the Ming Dynasty and during the Qing Dynasty into the Republican Era, glazed tile...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Large Chinese Carved Nephrite Jade Double Buddha's Hand Vase, Late Qing Dynasty
Large Chinese Carved Nephrite Jade Double Buddha's Hand Vase, Late Qing Dynasty

Large Chinese Carved Nephrite Jade Double Buddha's Hand Vase, Late Qing Dynasty

Located in Austin, TX

A large and graceful carved nephrite jade conjoined double vase in the form of a pair of Buddha's hands fruit (finger citron), late Qing Dynasty, circa 1900, China. The large and heavy vase carved from a single piece of celadon nephrite jade, with areas of lighter brown "sugar" skin. The vase ingeniously carved as a pair of Buddha's hand fruit, also known as finger citron, rising from a gnarled, leafy branch. The smaller Buddha's hand with a pair of bats. The Buddha's hands fruit with elegant and naturalistic curved "fingers". The "fingers wonderfully shaped and reticulated. The body of the fruit with simple stippling, in imitation of the textured surface of the real fruit. The interior of each fruit well hollowed and able to hold water. Buddha's hands fruit are auspicious in Chinese culture. Their name in Chinese "Fo Shou" is a homophone for "Happiness and Longevity. They are often placed as offerings on Buddhist altars...

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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Jade

Antique Chinese Ceramic Pickling Jar Set Jade Green, c. 1900
Antique Chinese Ceramic Pickling Jar Set Jade Green, c. 1900

Antique Chinese Ceramic Pickling Jar Set Jade Green, c. 1900

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

These glazed Chinese ceramic jars from the turn of the 19th century were once used for pickling foods. They feature a jade green finish and outer surface that features a ribbed textu...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Antique Chinese Porcelain Plate in Blue and White Yongzheng Everything, 18th C.
Antique Chinese Porcelain Plate in Blue and White Yongzheng Everything, 18th C.

Antique Chinese Porcelain Plate in Blue and White Yongzheng Everything, 18th C.

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely decorated plate. Part of the late Kangxi/ early Yongzheng Famille Everything. At this point in time the potter is Jingdezhen used all techniques and colors on export pl...

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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

19th Century Chinese Lacquer Sewing Box
19th Century Chinese Lacquer Sewing Box

19th Century Chinese Lacquer Sewing Box

Located in Brea, CA

19th century Chinese lacquer sewing box from the Qing Dynasty. Decorated all over beautifully with intricate designs and images of ancient C...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Lacquer

Chinese Famille Verte Porcelain Vase, Qing Style, Early 20th Century
Chinese Famille Verte Porcelain Vase, Qing Style, Early 20th Century

Chinese Famille Verte Porcelain Vase, Qing Style, Early 20th Century

Located in Astoria, NY

Chinese Famille Verte Glazed Porcelain Vase, globular form hand-painted with lotus flower motif, together with carved wood stand. Vase: 5.25" H x 4.5" Diameter. Provenance: From th...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Huge Antique Vietnamese Bronze Brass Incense Burner Marked
Huge Antique Vietnamese Bronze Brass Incense Burner Marked

Huge Antique Vietnamese Bronze Brass Incense Burner Marked

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very large and NICE VIETNAMESE Incense burner Condition No damages, just some usual ware. Size: 40CM high Period 19th century

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19th Century Asian Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

19th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Vase, Sang-de-Boeuf Glaze
19th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Vase, Sang-de-Boeuf Glaze

19th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Vase, Sang-de-Boeuf Glaze

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a very decorative porcelain Large Chinese Export Bottle Vase or jar with a monochrome ox blood red "Sang-de-bouef" glaze, having a very light green glaze at the top rim, whic...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Triple-Gourd 'Taotie' Vases, Qing 19th C.
Pair Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Triple-Gourd 'Taotie' Vases, Qing 19th C.

Pair Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Triple-Gourd 'Taotie' Vases, Qing 19th C.

Located in New York, NY

A pair of blue and white triple-gourd 'Taotie' vases, Qing Dynasty, 19th century. A pair of blue and white triple-gourd 'taotie' vases. The base of each with an apocryphal Kangxi six...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Qianlong Fencai Famille Rose Floral Dish, ca 1750
Antique Chinese Porcelain Qianlong Fencai Famille Rose Floral Dish, ca 1750

Antique Chinese Porcelain Qianlong Fencai Famille Rose Floral Dish, ca 1750

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely decorated dish in unusual palette, flowers in overglaze blue. Qianlong/Jiaqing. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Decoration Type / Colour: Polychr...

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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Glass Chinese Snuff Bottle Qing Dynasty Qianlong Famille Rose Imperial Yellow
Glass Chinese Snuff Bottle Qing Dynasty Qianlong Famille Rose Imperial Yellow

Glass Chinese Snuff Bottle Qing Dynasty Qianlong Famille Rose Imperial Yellow

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A very rare and exquisite asian glass Chinese snuff bottle from the late Qing Dynasty. This exceptional snuff bottle bears a later Qianlong mark and is designed in the iconic famille...

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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Milk Glass, Paint

Antique Chinese Ceramic Pickling Jar Jade Green, c. 1900
Antique Chinese Ceramic Pickling Jar Jade Green, c. 1900

Antique Chinese Ceramic Pickling Jar Jade Green, c. 1900

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This glazed Chinese ceramic jar from the turn of the 19th Century was once used for pickling foods. It features a jade green finish and outer surface that features a ribbed texture. ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Chinese Earth Coloured Ceramic Jar / Planter with Tiger Medallions, c. 1900
Chinese Earth Coloured Ceramic Jar / Planter with Tiger Medallions, c. 1900

Chinese Earth Coloured Ceramic Jar / Planter with Tiger Medallions, c. 1900

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A wonderful example of Chinese Ceramics this Jar, with hints of the original glazing on the exterior features tiger medallions and engravings. In the modern-day, this would make for ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Chinese Qing Dynasty Censer with Foo Dog
Chinese Qing Dynasty Censer with Foo Dog

Chinese Qing Dynasty Censer with Foo Dog

Located in Somis, CA

This beautiful antique white brass incense burner has a traditional round body, a high neck and dramatic handles. The lid features a pierced scroll pattern with a lively foo dog finial. The style originated from the imperial court where use of such long handles indicate a certain social status. 3-foot design ensures stability. Foo Dog being the beloved Chinese mythical animal is used to "guard" family wealth. An embossed stamp reads Qing dynasty Qian long...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Brass

Matched Pair Chinese Porcelain Jingdezhen Zhi Mark Famille Rose Export Vases
Matched Pair Chinese Porcelain Jingdezhen Zhi Mark Famille Rose Export Vases

Matched Pair Chinese Porcelain Jingdezhen Zhi Mark Famille Rose Export Vases

Located in Wilton, CT

Matched pair Chinese export porcelain famille rose vases, circa late 20th century. Hand turned with nice quality painting. Decorated with birds amongst blossoms on front, poems on re...

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1980s Chinese Vintage Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Qing Peach-Bloom Bottle Neck Vase, Six Character Mark, China, 19th Century
Qing Peach-Bloom Bottle Neck Vase, Six Character Mark, China, 19th Century

Qing Peach-Bloom Bottle Neck Vase, Six Character Mark, China, 19th Century

Located in Chatham, ON

Antique Qing peach-bloom glazed ceramic bottle neck vase - featuring an elegant form with a single string to the elongated neck - mottled glaze with red splashed over a pinkish beige...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Chinese Polychrome Seated Ancestor Figure, C. 1800
Chinese Polychrome Seated Ancestor Figure, C. 1800

Chinese Polychrome Seated Ancestor Figure, C. 1800

Located in Chicago, IL

An integral part of traditional Chinese home life, ancestor worship before a domestic altar often featured painted ancestral portraits or tabletop ancestor figure...

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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Wood

Large Chinese Carved and Lacquered Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Large Chinese Carved and Lacquered Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century

Large Chinese Carved and Lacquered Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A large and magnificent near life-sized Chinese carved and lacquered wood figure of a Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th century or earlier, southern China. The figure likely represents one of the Five Tathagatas, also known as Dhyani Buddhas or Wisdom Buddhas. More specifically, either Amitabha or Amoghasiddhi. Amitabha is the Buddha of infinite light, and represents the wisdom of observation and recognition. Amoghasiddhi is the Buddha of accomplishment, and represents the wisdom of perfected practices. The size and scale of the Buddha indicates it was made for temple worship. The large Buddha is portrayed seated in vajrasana, or full lotus position, with the soles of both feet facing up. His elegant hands, with impossibly long and slender fingers, perform shuni mudra, the gesture of bestowing patience. His right arm is bent at the elbow, the right hand raised to heart level. The left arm resting gently in his lap, the left hand at navel level. The Buddha is dressed in voluminous robes that wrap around his shoulders and body, and tied at the waist. The heavy fabric draping and pooling elegantly all around his robust body. His broad chest and right arm exposed. The Buddha's face is both solemn and beatific - his expression seeming to change depending on the angle of view. The most notable feature of his face is the large urna to the center of his forehead, set between a pair of painted, high arching brows over heavily lidded almond shaped eyes. A strong nose is set above a small mouth pursed in an ever so slight smile. Long pendulous earlobes touch his shoulders. The Buddha's hair arranged in the typical fashion, with "spikes" representing tight curls. A prominent ushnisha rises from the crown of his head, covered by more hair, and topped with a rounded protuberance. The Buddha is constructed from several blocks of wood, joined, carved and lacquered a deep red-brown with gold flecks...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Wood

Pair of Chinese Phoenix Tail Vases with Birds & Flowers, c. 1924
Pair of Chinese Phoenix Tail Vases with Birds & Flowers, c. 1924

Pair of Chinese Phoenix Tail Vases with Birds & Flowers, c. 1924

Located in Chicago, IL

Sculpted to a traditional Chinese phoenix tail vase form, these elegant early 20th-century vases are adorned with charming scenes of birds & flowers. Brushed with famille rose enamel...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Porcelain Saucer Dish Hand Painted Famille Rose, Qing Qianlong, Ca 1750
Chinese Porcelain Saucer Dish Hand Painted Famille Rose, Qing Qianlong, Ca 1750

Chinese Porcelain Saucer Dish Hand Painted Famille Rose, Qing Qianlong, Ca 1750

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a finely hand painted Chinese Export porcelain saucer dish from the 18th century, Qing dynasty, Qianlong period, 1736-1795, probably closer to 1750. The dish is beautifully ...

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Mid-18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Brown Glazed Water Basin, Late 19th Century
Chinese Brown Glazed Water Basin, Late 19th Century

Chinese Brown Glazed Water Basin, Late 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

Originally used as a small fish pond, this low ceramic pot from the late 19th century is cloaked in a rich, chocolate-brown glaze with an intriguing, mottled texture. A darker shade ...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Rare Kangxi Period Chinese Porcelain Bowl Shou with Silver Handle Marked
Rare Kangxi Period Chinese Porcelain Bowl Shou with Silver Handle Marked

Rare Kangxi Period Chinese Porcelain Bowl Shou with Silver Handle Marked

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Fabulous quality blue and white porcelain bowl, Kangxi period. Wonderful deep Kangxi blue colour, decorated all around with archaist Shou characters. Silver addition with mark. Bott...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Kangxi Period Tea Creamer and Pattipan Dish Blood and Milk China
Antique Kangxi Period Tea Creamer and Pattipan Dish Blood and Milk China

Antique Kangxi Period Tea Creamer and Pattipan Dish Blood and Milk China

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Sharing with you this fantastic Chinese Blood and Milk or rouge-de-fer Creamer and Pattipan from the Kangxi period (1662-1722). Decorated with iron-red e...

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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Export Famille Rose Porcelain Punch Bowl with Birds and Peonies c. 1950s
Chinese Export Famille Rose Porcelain Punch Bowl with Birds and Peonies c. 1950s

Chinese Export Famille Rose Porcelain Punch Bowl with Birds and Peonies c. 1950s

Located in Glasgow, GB

This mid-20th century Chinese export Famille Rose punch bowl is a finely hand-painted example of porcelain artistry rooted in the decorative traditions of Qing dynasty aesthetics. Cr...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Chinese Red Lacquer Hide Box, c. 1880
Chinese Red Lacquer Hide Box, c. 1880

Chinese Red Lacquer Hide Box, c. 1880

Located in Chicago, IL

This small treasure box from the late 19th century exemplifies the lavish splendor of the Qing-dynasty (1644-1911) decorative arts, finished with intricate surface embellishment and ...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Chinese Shiwan Green Glazed Ceramic Jar / Planter, c. 1900
Chinese Shiwan Green Glazed Ceramic Jar / Planter, c. 1900

Chinese Shiwan Green Glazed Ceramic Jar / Planter, c. 1900

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A wonderful green glaze typical of Chinese "Shiwan" pottery adorns this early 20th Century Chinese storage jar. This pot also has a wonderful turquoise hue. Shiwan ware is a style of...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Qing decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Qing 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 Qing 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 Satsuma, He Chaozong, and Henri Picard. 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 $48 and tops out at $58,800 while the average work can sell for $1,277.