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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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Style: Qing
Qianlong Imari Gold Garden Export Chine de Commande Plate Qing, 18C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Qianlong Imari Gold Garden Export Chine de Commande Plate Qing, 18C Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Plates Region of Origin: China Period: 18 Century Ag...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

19th Century Buddhist Statue Monk Tang
Located in New York, NY
A Buddhist statue of Monk Tang. Xuanzang referred to as Tang, was a Chinese Buddhist monk, scholar, traveler, and translator who traveled to India in the sixth century and described ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Wood

Green Glazed Antique Chinese Late Qing Dynasty Period Hunan Ceramic Jar
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese antique late Qing Dynasty period green glaze Hunan jar from the early 20th century with petite swan neck loop handles, subtle wave effects and tapering lines. This late Qin...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Set of 3 Antique Chinese Porcelain Blue & White Dinner Plates, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated Set of 3 dishes in Blue and white with a lovely and high quality floral scene Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Color: Blue & White Regio...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Yellow Cloisonne Dragon Box, Republic Period, circa 1920, China
Located in Austin, TX
A charming Chinese yellow cloisonne small trinket box with dragons, Republic Period, circa 1920, China. The small box sets on four bun feet and designed ...
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1920s Chinese Vintage Qing Decorative Objects

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Copper, Enamel

Pair Chinese Cloisonne Tapir Candlesticks, Qing Dynasty, circa 1900, China
Located in Austin, TX
A delightful pair of Chinese cloisonne candlesticks in the form of tapirs, Late Qing Dynasty, circa 1900, China. The charming pair of candlesticks each crafted as a tapir seated upo...
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Copper, Enamel

Qianlong Period Chinese Porcelain Dish River Landscape Imperial Quality, 18 C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Deep blue and white porcelain plate, Qianlong period (1736-1795), decorated with pagoda's in a river landscape, the rim with geometric design, landscapes, scrolls and butterflies. H...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Set of 6 Large Antique Kangxi Chinese Porcelain Imari Dinner Plates, 18th Cen
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Large Size and Lovely and high Quality Kangxi dinner set in Imari palette. The plates all depict a Floral design in the border and part of central plate. Additional information: Mat...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Set of 11 Plates Antique Chinese Porcelain Qianlong Period Famille Rose, 18th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated SET of 11 dishes in Famille Rose with a lovely and high quality flower scene. Dating to circa 1740-1760 Unmarked at the base. Additional information: Materi...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Blue and White Cat Headrest, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
To keep her elaborate hairstyle intact while sleeping, a well-to-do Qing-dynasty woman once used this ceramic headrest as a pillow. The headrest is shaped as a crouching house cat, w...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Small Dark Green Antique Glazed Ceramic Jar
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese antique late Qing Dynasty period dark green glaze Hunan jar from the early 20th century with petite swan neck loop handles and tapering lines. Embrace the distinct charm an...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Chinese Green Glazed Foo Lions, Near Pair, Late 19th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A charming near pair of Chinese green glazed foo lion joss stick holders, late 19th century, China. The delightful foo lions, also referred to as foo dogs, crafted as joss (incens...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

An Unusual Chinese Famille Vert Porcelain Vase with Bamboo Handles
Located in New York, NY
An Unusual Chinese Famille Vert Porcelain Vase with Bamboo Handles The white stylized cloud-like section on the main body of the vase features a stunni...
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Early 1900s Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Set of 13 Antique Chinese Porcelain Qing Period Blue White Set Dinner Plates
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated Set of 13 dishes in Blue and white with a lovely and high quality floral scene Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Color: Blue & White Regi...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Enameled Hat Stand with Two Women, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Brilliantly colored with bold enamels, this porcelain hat stand was once used by a Qing-dynasty gentleman to display his caps while they weren't in use. This stand is decorated in th...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Qing Dynasty Cloisonne Bowl, circa 1900 Late
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Qing dynasty cloisonné bowl, circa 1900 late Chinese. Brass cloisons and enamel on brass. Chrysanthemums & spider chrysanthemum decoration; good...
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Early 1900s Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Brass, Enamel

Chinese Enameled Hat Stand with Two Women, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Brilliantly colored with bold enamels, this porcelain hat stand was once used by a Qing-dynasty gentleman to display his caps while they weren't in use. This stand is decorated in th...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Huanghuali Document Box
Located in Kastrup, DK
A Chinese Huanghuali document box with original brass mounts. Features a rectangular lid with ornate cut-out brass corners, brass bound down a...
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17th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Brass

Rare Chinese Porcleain Kangxi Plate with Red Cliff Scene, Marked Base
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Very unusual high quality piece of larger size. Lovely example of the Kangxi period. With a scene of the red cliff story. Moulded. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pott...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Rare Kangxi Chinese Porcelain Famille Noir Dish Birds Flower, ca 1700 Early
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Kangxi period and amazing quality dish with different kind of flowers, trees and birds in verte palette on a black ground. Base with bamboo sprouts on yellow ground and a shop mark. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Period: ca 1700 Qing (1661 - 1912) Age: Pre...
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17th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Enameled Hat Stand with Two Women, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Brilliantly colored with bold enamels, this porcelain hat stand was once used by a Qing-dynasty gentleman to display his caps while they weren't in use. This stand is decorated in th...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Export Porcelain Blue White Platter Plate Qianlong Period 1760
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An Exceptionally Fine Quality Hand Decorated in underglaze blue and white ground Chinese Export Large Deep Dish of Centerpiece of Octagonal outline with canted corners, of exceptiona...
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Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Porcelain

Chinese Blue & White Tea Leaf Jar, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Lidded jars like these were used in tea shops throughout China, where tea drinking was a symbol of taste and upper-class refinement. This tea leaf jar dates to the early 20th century...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Export Porcelain Imari Bowl finely hand painted, Qing Kangxi Circa 1710
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a beautiful Chinese Export porcelain footed Bowl with fine Imari hand painted decoration, which we date to the turn of the 17th to 18th century, circa 1710, Qing period, Kang...
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Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Porcelain Bowl Western Tribute Bearers Camel Marked, 18 Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Fantastic and rare piece of very high quality. Dark cobalt blue colors. 'Shop' type mark to base within a double ring. Pictures in natural light have been added. The exterior is dec...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Cinnabar Lacquer Vase
Located in New York, NY
Late Qing Dynasty (1644-1911/12) – Late 19th/Early 20th C. - Ca. 1910 18” high x 8.5" D Fine Condition (Exquisite work of art made during the Qing Dynasty which was known for its ...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Wood

Chinese antique pottery dyed vase/19th century/Qing dynasty/Dragon pattern
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a white porcelain vase made in the late Qing Dynasty of China. Made around the 19th century. It has an interesting shape with four ears and a spout. The pattern drawn on the...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

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

Chinese Export Hardstone and Gilt Silver Filigree Peacock Box, 1920's, China
Located in Austin, TX
An exquisite Chinese export peacock from hardstone and gilt silver filigree canister box, Republic Period, circa 1920's, China. The graceful and elegant hardstone container of cyli...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Stone, Silver, Enamel

Silver Bronze Censer with Pheasants Incense Burner
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful 4-lb silver bronze tripod censer. The vessel is decorated to the bulbous sides with three regal pheasants set against a textured feath...
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20th Century Qing Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Chinese Glazed Kitchen Jar, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
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...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

Large 19thC Chinese Export Porcelain Vase "Sang-de-boeuf" Ox Blood Red, Qing
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

Chinese Turquoise Cloisonne Trinket Box, Republic Period, c 1920, China
Located in Austin, TX
A lovely Chinese turquoise cloisonne trinket box with images of the Hundred Antiques, Republic Period, circa 1920, China. The rectangular box de...
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1920s Chinese Vintage Qing Decorative Objects

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Copper, Enamel

Chinese Early Qing Pair Blanc de Chine Porcelain Hawk Figures
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very finely made pair antique Chinese porcelain blanc de chine figures of hawks dating from the early qing period and from the 18th century, possibly from the Kangxi reign. The fig...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Glazed Ceramic Kitchen Jar c. 1950
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Chinese ceramic jar dates to the mid 20th century and would've once served the purpose of storing food in the kitchen. The jars high shoulders and narrow base add to its charm. ...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Provincial Chinese Blue and White Plate, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This mid-19th century footed plate is cloaked in a cool, off-white glaze and brushed with calligraphic sweeps of blue, bringing life and character to its simple ceramic form. Once used as an everyday serving dish, this expressive example of Chinese blue-and-white ceramics can today be used as a decorative tabletop centerpiece...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Chinese Export Porcelain Imari Bowl with Wood Stand, Qing Kangxi, Circa 1700
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a beautiful Chinese Export porcelain footed Bowl with fine Imari hand painted decoration, dating to the Qing, Kangxi period, circa 1700. The bowl comes with a Chinese hardwoo...
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Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese 19th Century Wood and Metal Grain Basket with Carrying Handle
Located in Yonkers, NY
A rustic Chinese Qing Dynasty period wooden grain basket from the 19th century, with large carrying handle and metal braces. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty period in the 19...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Metal

Chinese Glazed Kitchen Jar, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
A lustrous, dark glaze clings to the squat form of this petite kitchen jar. The glazed vessel dates to the early 20th Century and was used for storing foo...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

19th century Chinese lacquered child's bed
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Chinese carved hardwood bed circa 1890. Chinese export which we believe may have been made as a childs bed. Carved pierced sides decorated wit...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Hardwood

Chinese Blue and White Snuff Bottle, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
A mixture of finely powdered tobacco, herbs, and spices, snuff was introduced to China in the 17th century by Western diplomats. Initially reserved for ranking members of Qing-dynast...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Flambe-Glazed Hu Porcelain Vase, 1850
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique Chinese flambe-glazed Qing dynasty Hu shaped porcelain vase, circa 1850. The Hu shaped vase having a reddy aubergine colored flambe-glazed body, the rim and foot havin...
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1850s Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Provincial Chinese Blue and White Plate, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This mid-19th century footed plate is decorated in the blue-and-white style with a pattern of stamped geometric and curvilinear motifs. At the center of the plate is a starburst meda...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

19th Century Chinese Famille Rose Enamelled Porcelain Basin, Qing Period
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A very attractive 19th century Chinese 'famille rose' porcelain basin, the deep welled interior decorated with hand painted enamels depicting flowering vines & fowl, rising up to a f...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Late Qing Dynasty Wood and Brass Lidded Box with Lateral Handles
Located in Yonkers, NY
A late Qing Dynasty Chinese wooden box from the early 20th century with brass hardware and lateral handles. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural hi...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Brass

Chinese Porcelain Bowl Hand Painted Famille Rose, Qing Qianlong, circa 1760
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a finely hand painted Chinese Export porcelain bowl from the 18th century, Qing dynasty, Qianlong period, 1736-1795. The bowl is beautifully decorated with two panels of f...
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Dark Glaze Kitchen Jar, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
A cool, blue-black glaze coats the stout body of this early 20th-century terra cotta kitchen jar. As evidenced by the glazed interior, this wide-mouth jar was once used daily in a pr...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

Chinese Glazed Magpie Pickling Jar, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Unlike ceramics decorated with underglazing, this monumental vessel was painted after it was fired. This technique enabled the artist to build up areas and experiment with texture, v...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Chinese Canton Enamel Round Stacking Boxes and Cover, circa 1900, China
Located in Austin, TX
An absolutely lovely Chinese export pink Canton enamel round stacking box and cover, late Qing Dynasty, circa 1900, China. The circular stacking box consists of a bowl form base, ...
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Copper

Four Green Antique Ceramic Jars, Sold Each
Located in Yonkers, NY
Four small Chinese Qing Dynasty period green glazed ceramic rice wine jug vessels from the Hunan Province, priced and sold individually. Beckoning from the depths of Chinese history,...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

19th Century Pair of Thai Bronze Hands of the Buddha, Abhaya and Vitarka Mudras
Located in Stamford, CT
Elegant pair of bronze hands of the Buddha displaying two ritual gestures, the Abhaya mudra, which represents protection, peace, benevolence, and t...
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Late 19th Century Thai Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Bronze

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

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Porcelain

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

Orange & Brown Antique Jar with Green Drips
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period green glaze jar from the 19th century with dripping effects and petite loop handles. Discover the captivating allure of this Chinese Qing Dynasty period green glaze jar from the 19th century. Hand crafted, this piece showcases a vibrant green glaze that cascades down the generous circular body, creating mesmerizing dripping effects. The jar features a round opening measuring 7 inches in diameter, allowing for easy access and versatile use. Its unique design and vibrant color make it a standout addition to any collection or decor. Adding to its visual appeal, the neck of the jar is adorned with four petite loop handles, providing both aesthetic charm and practical functionality. These handles allow for a rope to be passed through, enabling the secure closure of the jar's top. With its rich history and distinctive characteristics, this Qing Dynasty green...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Chinese Polychrome Jade Emperor Altar Figure, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
This 18th-century carved wooden figure likely depicts the Jade Emperor, the supreme monarch of heaven and earth in Chinese folklore and Taoist mythology. Ruler of all deities and ben...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Wood

Chinese Antique Lacquered Gift Delivering Basket with Hand Painted Floral Décor
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period antique lacquered octagonal basket from the early 20th century with hand painted floral décor, large handle and made to deliver gifts. Created in C...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Brass

Vintage Wedding Chinese Basket Red Lacquer with Floral Frieze and Bird Motifs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Chinese wedding red, brown and black lacquer basket hand painted with floral frieze. Decorative octagonal Chinese basket often known as a...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Bamboo

Pair of Chinese Porcelain Vases on French Gilt Bronze Bases
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful pair of Chinese porcelain vases mounted on elaborate French gilt bronze bases. The vases with a blue background have raised white floral bouquets in center and various tr...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

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.

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