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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
Midnight Glazed Kitchen Jar, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
A dark blue-black glaze coats the body of this small kitchen jar, sheeting down the sides and pooling at the sharp angle drawn by its high shoulders. The glazed vessel dates to the e...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

Red and Black Lacquered Tiered Lunch Box with Handle and Calligraphy
Located in Yonkers, NY
A late Qing Dynasty period red and black lacquered tiered lunch box from the early 20th century, with large handle and calligraphy. Crafted during the early years of the 20th century...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Bamboo, Rattan

Qing Dynasty Cloisonné Enamel Chinese Vase with Arabic Inscriptions
Located in London, GB
Qing dynasty cloisonné enamel Chinese vase with Arabic inscriptions. Chinese, 19th century Measures: height 11cm, diameter 17cm. Crafted fo...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Chinese Dark Glaze Kitchen Jar, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
A dark brown glaze clings to the tapered form of this 19th-century jar, once used daily in a Qing-dynasty kitchen as evidenced by the glazed interior. The wide-mouth jar is shaped wi...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

Chinese Mother of Pearl Mounted Box with Four Boxes and Counters, 18th Century
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An exceptional and rare Chinese mother of pearl mounted games box with four matching interior boxes containing gaming counters and dating from the 18th century. The rectangular shape...
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1770s Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Mother-of-Pearl

White Agate Chinese Snuff Bottle, c. 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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20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Agate

Chinese Etched Limestone Trough, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Prized mounts once took refreshment from this stone trough, carved from a solid block of limestone more than hundred years ago. Once purely functional, the trough is celebrated today...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Limestone

Chinese Floral Relief Urn, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Leaving this grandly scaled urn unglazed, the Qing-dynasty craftsman who crafted it chose instead to draw attention to the surface decoration. Skilfully modeled floral motifs stand i...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Chinese Famille Rose Baluster Jar with Ancient Censers, C. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautifully commemorated on this lidded baluster jar, censers have been used for thousands of years in Chinese culture as a part of funeral rites or prayer offerings. Filled with dried aromatic plants and essential oils, the censer issued fragrant smoke that forged a connection to the spiritual realm. This late Qing-dynasty jar...
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20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Porcelain

Miniature Chinese Etagere Bookcase
Located in Chicago, IL
A full size bookcase with this level of workmanship and detail would be an incredible find, but this beautiful piece of furniture—at only eight inches tall—is perfectly constructed d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Hardwood

Antique Chinese Gilt Painted Fruit Tray Basket w Maker's Mark
Located in Somis, CA
This stunning octagonal 19th-century Chinese basket tray is hand-crafted from solid elm wood. It is on raised feet that elevate it both physically and aesthetically. The surface show...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Wood

Chinese Guardian's Tail Inkstone, circa 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Scholarly pursuits such as painting, calligraphy, and poetry were a highly respected and revered subculture in ancient China, and demanded their own set of tools that were not only functional, but also beautiful. One of the "Four Treasures of the Study," inkstones such as this were used to mix dry ink with water for use in calligraphy painting. This 19th century inkstone is guarded by a mythical fu dog, or shizi, depicted with open jaws and a long mane of flowing curls. Resembling a Buddhist fly whisk...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Stone

Chinese Yongzheng Rouge De Fer Porcelain Rooster Vase, 1723-1735
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An exceptionally fine and rare Chinese Yongzheng period vase of quatrefoil form decorated with a pair of roosters perched on rocks, surrounded by a pair of large butterflies, insects and sprays of flowers in rouge de fer...
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1740s Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Rose Medallion Umbrella Stand, 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Unusual Rose Medallion Export porcelain umbrella stand, China, 19th century, with corrugated outer edges, Measures: height 24, diameter 9 in.  
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Flora and Fauna Inkstone, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Scholarly pursuits such as painting, calligraphy, and poetry were a highly respected and revered subculture in ancient China, and demanded their own set of tools that were not only f...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Chinese Polychrome Altar Spirit, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
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...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

Materials

Paint, Wood

Chinese Qing Dynasty Blue and White Blue Porcelain "Rose Water" Sprinkler
Located in Montreal, QC
A Chinese Qing Dynasty blue and white blue porcelain "rose water" sprinkler, fitted with silvered metal filigree work, the stopper decorate...
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Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Provincial Glazed Kitchen Jar, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
As evidenced by the interior glaze, this wide-mouth jar was once used in a provincial Qing-dynasty kitchen for storing food and condiments. The large vessel has a gently tapered form...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

Chinese Glazed Kitchen Jar, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
A thick black glaze softly covers the tapered form of this early 20th-century jar, once used daily in a Qing-dynasty kitchen. The petite jar is shaped with gently sloping sides and h...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

Chinese Miniature Noodle Cabinet, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
A treasure of a chest, this charming miniature cabinet is named for the narrow, rounded molding that surrounds the frame and resembles noodles. Lacquered rich red, the small cabinet exhibits the same high level of craftsmanship found in larger such cabinets made in the Qing dynasty with exquisitely painted floral decorations and handcrafted hardware. The cabinet opens to a single shelf, making it just the place to stow jewelry...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Brass

Antique Chinese Brown Lacquered Dressing Case Jewelry Box with Brass Hardware
Located in Yonkers, NY
This antique Chinese dressing case features a warm brown lacquer finish over softwood, with a rich grain pattern and a compact, rectangular form. Likely from the early 20th century, ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Brass

Mid-19th Century Chinese Export Papier Mache Round Tea Canister Box
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid-19th century Chinese Export papier mache round tea canister box. Qing dynasty. Scarlet ground with a surround of exquisitely hand gilded & painted tea scenes. Some scuffs & inner...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Paper

Chinese Famille Rose Oval Jar with Domestic Scenes, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
During the 18th century, Europeans provided an eager market for Chinese export porcelain, especially the colorful and fanciful ware known as “famille rose.” Named for a palette of op...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair of Large Canton Style Famille Rose Porcelain Vases and Covers
Located in London, GB
Pair of large Canton style famille rose porcelain vases. Chinese, Late 19th century. Measures: Height 64cm, diameter 25cm. Crafted in Qing dynasty China in the late nineteenth century for the export market, these fine porcelain vases...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Hand Embroidered Silk Miao Minority Tribe Child's Headdress
Located in New York, NY
Hand embroidered silk Miao Minority tribe child's headdress with beads and tassels from the early 20th century on a custom black painted metal mount.  
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1920s Chinese Vintage Qing Decorative Objects

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Metal

Chinese Export Rose Medallion Vase with Flared Rim, 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Rose Medallion Export porcelain vase with flared rim, China, 19th century. Paint re-touched on the rime.  
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Porcelain Foo Dog Hand Enameled Polychrome, circa 1920
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a good Chinese porcelain foo dog, sometimes called a temple lion all hand painted in polychrome coloured enamels, that we date to the early 20th Century period, circa 1920. ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

19th Century Chinese Famille Verte Porcelain Garlic Mouth Vase, Kangxi Marks
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The globular body finely decorated with hand applied enamels depicting nobles taking tea surrounded by attendants and small children. The slender neck rising to a bulbous mouth (seemingly ground), the underside of the base showing small firing cracks and blue under-glaze double ring Kangxi marks...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

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 19th Century Large Chinese Pigskin Storage Box
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Late 19th century large pigskin storage box, Chinese. Late Qing dynasty. Burnt red color & silvered brass or paktong fittings; the handles & their back plates of good quality. Label ...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Brass

Antique 19c Fantastic Chinese Lacquer Tea Box Canton China Antique ca 1850 China
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A fantastic richly decorated Cantonese lacquer box. With original engraved metal inside box. Condition Soem damage and chipping to the lacquer work. Especially aound the edges. Size ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Guan Type Vases
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of 19th century Chinese Guan type vases in bottle form with gentle broad fluting.
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

18th Century Qianlong Jade Bowl On 19th Century Gilt Bronze Stand
Located in London, by appointment only
Magnificent Grand Scale Late 18th Century Qianlong Period Spinach Green Jade Bowl On 19th Century Gilt Bronze Stand By Henri Picard. To have created a sculptural bowl of this excepti...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Jade, 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

Antique Chinese Qianlong Period Famille Rose Bowl Qing Lowestoft, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated bowl. Dating to around 1730/1740 10-10-19-2-1 Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Decoration Type / Colour: Polychrome Region of Origin: ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Qing Period Huanghuali Wood and Bronze Box
Located in Kastrup, DK
Chinese Huanghuali wood box decorated with bronze mountings and motifs of bats, fish and moths. The top features a classic Chinese medallion mounted to the centre of the lid. In un...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Bronze

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. Shiwan ware is a style of Chinese pottery from the Shiwanzhen district...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Antique Chinese Porcelain Cantonese Figural Plate Figures Qing Daoguang
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nice and Beautifully painted Cantonese dish with lots of highly detailed figures, flowers and animals. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Qing Blue & White Porcelain Box, Unsigned, China, Late 19th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Antique Qing Dynasty Blue & White porcelain box with cover - hand painted with the double happiness symbol to the top and meandering vines ...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

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

Fine Chinese Carved Wood Statue of Man Chinese Antique, ca 1900
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Ca 1900 Fine Chinese Carved Wood Statue of a Man CHinese Antique. China, finely carved wooden statue. Additional information: Material: Wood / Bamboo Region of Origin: China Period...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Wood

Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Period Carved Lohan Figure
Located in San Francisco, CA
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...
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Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Rosewood

Antique Ca 1730 Qing Dynasty Chinese Porcelain Bowl Amsterdams Bont
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this very nicely Dutch decorated Chinese Porcelain Yongzheng bowl. What you see is a Jingdezhen made porcelain bowl from around 1710-1730. Later decorated in Holland...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Fine Chinese Carved Wood Statue of Laughing Buddha Chinese, Ca 1900
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Ca 1900 Fine Chinese Carved Wood Statue of a Laughing Buddha CHinese Antique. China, finely carved wooden statue. Additional information: Material: Wood / Bamboo Region of Origin: ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Wood

Antique Rice Grain Chinese Porcelain Plate in Blue and White Landscape, ca 1800
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Antique Plate ca 1800 Rice Grain Chinese Porcelain Blue and White Landscape. A very nicely decorated plate. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Decoration Type / C...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Bronze Tripod Censer with Strap Handles, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
For many centuries, people in China have burned incense in shallow censers such as this, placed within a shrine or atop a home altar. An essential element o...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Chinese Blue & White Rice Bowl, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This footed porcelain bowl dates to the early 20th century and is hand-painted with expressive brushwork in the blue-and-white style. The small bowl has a dramatic, flared shape, fea...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Foo Dog Hand Carved Bamboo Gilded, 19th Century Qing
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a good Chinese hand carved bamboo Foo or Lion Dog, sometimes called a temple lion that we date to the 19th Century Qing period. T...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Bamboo

Antique Chinese Brown / Black Glazed Pickling Jar, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Antique Jar dating to the early 1900s once served the purpose of pickling foods. The jar features a wonderful mixed brown / black glaze as well as engraved characters near its m...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Chinese Export Rose Medallion Cylinder 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Rose Medallion Export porcelain cylinder vase, China, 19th century.  
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Five Famille Rose Export Porcelain Barrel-Form Covered Boxes, Early 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Five Famille Rose Export porcelain barrel-form covered boxes, China, early 19th century. They are all in good condition with no repair, ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Leaf Passing Blue and White Saucer Circa 1725, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Reign
Located in seoul, KR
The ceramic portrays a tranquil scene set against a backdrop typical of the Shan Shui tradition, which emphasizes the symbiotic relationship between humans and nature. In the center ...
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1720s Vietnamese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Porcelain

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

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 Antique Transitional Dehua Blanc de Chine Figure of Guandi, 17th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A Transitional or Kangxi Blanc de Chine Porcelain Guandi, from Dehua Kilns, 17th century. Blanc de Chine Porcelain : The porcelain known in the West as Blanc de Chine was produced 3...
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17th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Set of 8 Antique Chinese Kangxi Porcelain Blue White Dinner Plates, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated set of 8 dishes in Blue and white with a lovely flower scene. Dating to circa 1720-1750 Unmarked at the base. Additional information: Material: Porcelain &...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Qing Period Chinese Porcelain SE Asia Famille Rose Plate, 18th/19th C.
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nice, rare and beautiful colors in enamel in, Floral design, second half 18th century These wares and their specific characteristics of wild colour and thick enamel have all the cha...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

19th Century Chinese Export Rose Mandarin Wash Bowl
Located in Savannah, GA
Very colorful and intricately patterned Rose Mandarin wash bowl featuring five storied vignettes with incredible detail. The border includes birds, roses and...
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1850s Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Rare Shape Chinese Cloisonne Snuff Bottle Hand Enameled, 19thC Qing
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good example of a small rare shaped triangular Chinese snuff bottle, made from cloisonne´ with hand enamelled decoration depicting various floral designs and complete ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Chinese Ceramic Wine Bottle with Dark Brown Glaze, 18th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A visibly old ceramic wine bottle from 18th century China in a dark brown glaze. This bottle comes from Shanxi Provence and is a wonderful example...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Decorative Objects

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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.

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