Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
CHINESE EXPORT STYLE
Expanded trade between Europe and East Asia, starting in the 16th century, led to a booming market for exported goods, particularly furniture. This was bolstered by the establishment of the Dutch and English East India Companies at the beginning of the 17th century. From folding screens and chairs to lacquer tables and silver, Chinese Export furniture was in demand and regularly copied and imitated, leading to styles like chinoiserie and Chinese Chippendale.
The expansion of exporting that had strengthened the arts during the Ming dynasty continued into the Qing dynasty era — Chinese designers made many furniture pieces specifically for export, resulting in distinctive designs that mixed traditional techniques with forms appealing to foreign buyers. For instance, cabinetmakers in Canton (modern-day Guangzhou) were prolific in crafting hardwood furniture for export in European styles that involved the expert joinery techniques of Chinese furniture. Designs for Chinese Export porcelain, cabinets, decorative objects and other furniture were often more ornately adorned than they would be for a local audience, such as with mother-of-pearl overlays or surfaces featuring lavish pictorial scenes or gold on black motifs. Some were even commissioned by wealthy European families to be adorned with their coat of arms.
Because lacquer furniture was especially prized, and the resin used to create it was difficult to import as it would harden during the long voyage, artisans in China and Japan exported numerous lacquer pieces. Long before lacquer made its way to Japan, the Chinese treated the material differently. They used it to create smooth, glossy surfaces, but also for carving, an art that began in the 12th century and is exclusively Chinese. These pieces are called cinnabar lacquer after the powdered mercury sulfide (cinnabar) employed to produce their characteristic red hue. A popular form for export was a compact cabinet with drawers, usually displayed on a small table. Undecorated furniture built in Europe was also shipped to China to be lacquered. The international exchange of design would influence furniture into the 19th century and later, informing styles such as Art Deco and Art Nouveau.
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Style: Chinese Export
Dramatic Large 8 Panel Coromandel Screen
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Dramatic very large ornate coromandel screen having gold background and meticulously carved and painted figural scenes. Back side is solid color lacquer.
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1950s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Wood, Lacquer
Antique Mahjong Case, Oriental, Teak Gaming Tile Box, Late Victorian, Circa 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a superb antique Mahjong case. An Oriental, teak gaming tile box, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Showcasing fine craftsmanship a...
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Bamboo, Teak
Chinese Chess Set with Immortals & Hardwood Campaign Lacquered Board
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chinese Chess Set with Immortals & Campaign Lacquered Board
Circa 1960s
This exquisite Chinese chess set with immortals and a campaign lacquered board is a striking combination of...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Composition, Brass
Chinese Export Style Gilt & Black Lacquer Decorated Table or Fire Screen
Located in Atlanta, GA
This Chinese export style lacquered table or fire screen exemplifies the refined artistry of Chinese craftsmanship, featuring an intricate gilt-painted scene set against a deep black...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Giltwood, Lacquer
Chinese Export Four Panel Lacquered Coromandel Dressing Screen Room Divider
Located in Doylestown, PA
Chinese export smaller scale four-panel lacquered dressing screen room divider with hand-painted decoration on both sides.
One side depicts a charming continuous pavilion scene with...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Metal
Chinese Export Four Panel Coromandel Screen Cranes on Gold Leaf
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dazzling Chinese export lacquered four-panel coromandel screen featuring a flora and fauna waterscape with stylized cranes. The carved lacquer panels...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass, Gold Leaf
Chinese Export Four Panel Lacquered Coromandel Screen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Celestial Chinese export coromandel four-panel screen depicting figures in colorful robes in a heavenly landscape among the white clouds. Eac...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Six-Panel Double Sided Coromandel Asian Screen on Stand
Located in Germantown, MD
Six-panel double sided Coromandel Asian Screen on stand. Each panel seats in a removable custom wood stand / shoe. Brownish gold color on one side and nature on the other. The subje...
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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Chinese Export Four Panel Carved Soapstone Lacquered Screen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive Chinese export four-panel coromandel screen featuring carved hardstone and soapstone decoration. The screen depicts a group of beauties in colorful flowing robes. The parcel-gilt landscape is decorated with two large carved stone trees...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Soapstone, Brass
Chinese Export Four Panel Coromandel Screen Pastel Beauties
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous Chinese export four-panel coromandel screen featuring a courtyard scene of beauties engaged in leisurely activities. The lacquered panels are incised and painted in soft pas...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Chinese Export Six-Panel Silver Leaf Coromandel Screen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive Chinese export six-panel folding coromandel screen depicting flora and fauna. Constructed from lacquered wooden panels hand carved and painted. Features a rare silver leaf...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass, Silver Leaf
Chinese Lacquer Double Sided Qing Dynasty Drum with Wooden Stand and Drum Sticks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful piece! two sided with leather hand painted snare on two sides trimmed in nail heads. The collapsable wooden stand, while making the piece complete, can be put aside and t...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Chinese Export Lacquered Six Panel Coromandel Landscape Screen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Beautifully weathered patina Chinese export lacquered coromandel screen with six double sided panels. The screen features a mountain landscape on one si...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Brass
19th Century Chinese Cloisonné Fu Dogs
Located in Houston, TX
An exceptional palatial quality pair of 19th century Chinese cloisonné Fu dogs featuring gold gilding over copper.
Chinese cloisonné o...
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1890s Chinese Antique Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Copper, Enamel
Chinese Export Four Panel Coromandel Screen Pearlescent Landscape
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Captivating Chinese export four-panel coromandel screen featuring an idyllic seascape with beauties. The background is comprised of pearlescent crystal sand that shines like glitter ...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Chinese Export Lacquered Four Panel Coromandel Screen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Beautifully weathered Chinese export four-panel coromandel screen decorated on both sides. The screen features a pavilion landscape on one side and a floral and fauna landscape on th...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Brass
Chinese Export Four Panel Carved Soapstone Coromandel Screen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive Chinese export four panel lacquered coromandel screen featuring hand-carved soapstone beauties in a floral landscape with gilt clo...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Soapstone, Brass
Antique Chinese Export Silver Cheroot Case
By Khe Cheong
Located in New York, NY
Chinese export silver cheroot case, ca 1860. Oval with hinged push-button cover. Allover repousse. On front are scenes of daily life with indigenous spear...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Silver
Table Top Chinese Folding Screen Hand Painted
Located in Fulton, CA
Unusual table top folding screen. Four hand painted panels featuring birds, fruit and flowers. Partial hand carving to wood frame. Appears to be rosewood but not confirmed. Beautiful...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Wood
Antique Chinese Export Silver Belt Buckle with Samurais, Woshing Shanghai
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Two-piece belt buckle in sterling silver. Made in Woshing Shanghai circa 1910. It depicts samurais riding on Foo Dogs/Lions on a matte textured background. Very fine details and clea...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Silver
Chinese Silver & Leather Theatre Opera / Wedding Tiered Phoenix Headdress, 1920s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chinese Silver & Leather Theatre Opera / Wedding Tiered Phoenix Headdress, 1920s
Silvered Metal & leather and embroidered Mandarin hat
This Chinese silv...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Metal
Chinese Celadon Porcelain Umbrella Stand
Located in Queens, NY
Asian Chinese-style (19/20th century) celadon porcelain 6 sided umbrella stand with landscape scene.
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20th Century Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Porcelain
Chinese Export Six Panels Lacquered Screen
Located in Madrid, ES
Chinese screen for export with 6 panels decorated on both sides. The front side with various scenes of daily palatial life with relief figures, buildings and landscapes made of pain...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Brass
Antique circa 1900 Hand Carved Chinese Camphor Wood Travelling Trunk
Located in Miami, FL
1900’s Chinese export Camphor wood travelling chest which has been ornately carved throughout A good looking and well made piece, this is a med...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Wood
RARE CHINESE OPIUM BED 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
RARE CHINESE OPIUM BED 19th Century
in lacquered, painted and gilded wood decorated with oriental landscapes and plant elements.
With two drawers simulati...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Wood
Indochina Walking stick , Baston, Silver Wood and Antler
By Gold China
Located in Valladolid, ES
Beautiful and Exotic wooden cane with old -aged silver handle with horn horn auction, from indochina and dated around at the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th cen...
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1890s French Antique Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Silver
Chinese Export Six Panel Cloisonné Soapstone Coromandel Screen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Charming Chinese export six-panel lacquer coromandel screen featuring a blue and white cloisonné style border decorated with scholars objects,...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Soapstone, Brass
19th Century Chinese Export Camphor Wood Trunk Chest
Located in San Francisco, CA
Camphor wood - Late 19th Century Chinese Export trunk with brass hardware.
Recently refinished and cleaned interior.
In overall very good antique condition, some minor blemishes to t...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Brass
Chinese Qing Dynasty Lacquered Six-Panel Screen
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
Chinese hand-painted and lacquered Coromandel 6-Panel Room Divider/Screen dating back to the late Qing dynasty.
A truly stunning example , each panel is created using gesso before b...
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Lacquer
Vintage Needlepoint Pug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
- Dimensions: 13.5" x 15"
- Stitched by hand, this vintage needlepoint pillow offers unexpected flair courtesy of its chic chartreuse groun...
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Late 20th Century American Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Textile
English 19th Century Leather Trunk
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
We absolutely love this decorative trunk from England! Bound in perfectly worn dark leather and adorned with brass studs in swirling patterns. The lock is in working condition and includes one key. A pair of simple handles on each side make it easy to carry even when filled. The interior is lined with a faded red fabric and is fixed with leather cording to support the lid. Both decorative and functional, this unique petite trunk...
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19th Century English Antique Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Metal, Brass
20th Century Chinese Export Six Panel Gold Leaf Coromandel Screen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Late Qing, early republic period style Chinese export six-panel coromandel screen featuring a pavillion with figures engaged in leisurely activities on a dramatic gilt gold leaf back...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass, Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century Chinese Lacquered Ebonized Six-Panel Decorative Screen
Located in Dallas, TX
Divide a room or decorate a living room wall with this elegant antique folding screen. Crafted in China circa 1920, the free standing screen stands on bracket feet dressed with brass...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Chinese Export Wallpaper Six Panel Screen
Located in Bradenton, FL
Chinese export wallpaper six panel screen, each panel depicting Chinese decor. Screen includes blue and white painted vases, urns and furnishings in colors that include blue, burgund...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Wood, Paint, Paper
Pair of Late 19th Century Chinese Carved Panels/ Twin Headboards
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of late 19th century Chinese carved panels/ twin headboards
Each one finely carved with five inset carved giltwood court and landscape scenes, with iron red lacquer surround.
Previously used as twin head boards...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Hardwood, Giltwood, Lacquer
Asian Colored Stone Mounted, Lacquered and Decorated 4-Panel Floor Screen
Located in Germantown, MD
Asian Colored Stone Mounted, Lacquered and Decorated four-Panel Floor Screen. Stands 72" tall. Each panelnis 17.5" width.
Category
Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Stoneware, Wood, Lacquer
Antique Chinese Carved Jade Necklace, Ring & Earring Set in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This necklace, ring and earring set is signed by an unknown maker, and presumed to have originated from China and date to approximately 1920 and done in a period Chinese Export style...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Jade, Gold
Antique Brass Chinese Brazier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique brass Chinese brazier.
Filled with burning coals, this exquisitely crafted brass brazier used to warmed the hands of a wealthy Chinese on a cold...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Chinese Black Leather & Brass Camphor Wood Trunk, 1820-50
Located in Kenilworth, IL
China trade brass bound black leather covered camphor wood trunk. The top and case are framed by brass corner mounts and brass tacking with a reserve of brass tacking on the center o...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Chinese Twelve-Panel Red Lacquer Coromandel Screen of Xiwangmu
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Monumental Chinese export twelve-panel red lacquered Coromandel screen of Chinese mythological Daoist character Xiwangmu (Queen mother of the West). Remarkable large scale screen full of vibrant color on incised lacquer...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Brass
Antique Korean Tansu Bandaji Storage Chest
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Korean Tansu Bandaji Storage Chest
Featuring an antique Korean Tansu Bandaji Chest with iron hardware. Stunning piece of furniture that dates back to the early 1900s. Histor...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Wood
20th C. Century Furniture Chin Hua Collection Ebonized Mahogany Bedside Table
Located in Germantown, MD
A late 20th Century Century Furniture Chin Hua Collection Ebonized Mahogany Bedside Table in great vintage condition.
Measures 25...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Chinese Export Eight Panel Coromandel Screen Six Beauties
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare and unusual Chinese export eight panel lacquered coromandel screen depicting six beauties. The scene is bordered by a walled pavilion with pagodas and trees. The women appear to...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Antique Chinese Embroidered Textile Custom Pillow
Located in Stamford, CT
Antique Chinese embroidered textile made into a custom lumbar pillow. Antique blue woven silk textile featuring center dragon motif.
Pillow is made of Scalamandre iridescent celadon green silk with brushed fringe and gimp trim...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Silk
Six-Panel Teak Asian, early 20th Century Folding Screen / Room Divider
Located in Manhasset, NY
Asian 19th Century Folding Screen / Room Divider, Rosewood, Teak, Six Panel
Six-panel rosewood / teak, Asian, Late 19th Century early 20th century. Folding screen / Room divider. A spectacular six panel work of art depicts Chinese glamour at its peak. The finest carvings abound in the manner of love birds perched onto tree bark and branches. The overall case supported by dovetail and mortise tenons. The color of a deep rich patina that only time and age can give to any work. This item was purchased from a Sands Point Long Island mansion along with several other pieces.
Each panel measures 19 inches in width and stands 93.75 inches high. This is an unparalleled piece and is simply stunning in any setting.
The antique room dividers...
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1890s Antique Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Teak
Antique Korean Coin Chest
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
Charming antique coin box. From the Joseon Dynasty period. Chest is made from hardwood with dovetail joinery.
Has heavy patina and shows it’s age ve...
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19th Century Korean Antique Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Brass
2 Chinese Coromandel 4-Fold Screens
Located in Queens, NY
2 Asian Chinese style (20th Century) black coromandel 4 fold screens with scene with people on one side and floral & bird design on back. (PRICED EACH)
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20th Century Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
Important and Rare Canopy Bed of the Guangxu Reign
Located in Madrid, ES
Important and rare canopy bed.
In 19th century tamarind, of the Guangxu reign (1875-1908).
Decoration with plant motifs.
Dimentions.: 228 x 210 x 165 cm.
Complete and in very g...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Wood
20th Century Chinese Gilt Coromandel Eight-Panel Screen Immortals Sky Gods
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing Chinese export eight-panel lacquered coromandel screen depicting a heavenly scene of immortals and sky gods floating in ruyi clouds. The fascin...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
Mid century ceramic umbrella stand 1950-1970
Located in Herentals, BE
Ceramic umbrella stand A Hand-Painted Conversation Piece
This unique ceramic umbrella holder showcases a traditional Eastern scene, full of charm and craftsmanship. Both functional a...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Chinese Pagoda Towers
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Striking pair of four tiered pagoda towers crafted in composition with a black lacquer finish decorated with gold painted floral designs, brass balconies, and bells.
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Composition
Chinese Export Soapstone Folding Screen Room Divider
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this extremely well-made and highly collectable Chinese Export Soapstone room divider folding screen depicting court beauties
A truly stunning and...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Soapstone
Navy border Chinese Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a 20th-century Chinese rug with zipper closure and poly-fill.
Measures: 15'' x 15''.
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20th Century Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Wool
Vintage Bronze Handmade Singing Bowl or Standing Bowl with Mallet on Pillow
Located in Topeka, KS
Beautiful singing bowl or standing bowl with a mallet and its playing pillow. Handmade of bronze or bell metal and showing the makers hand. It is in wonderful vintage condition with ...
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20th Century Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Bronze
Vintage Asian Low Chess Table
Located in Denton, TX
Mid century Asian style Chess board with carved wood chess pieces and drawer for storage. This would be great on the floor with two big pillows.
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Beech, Mahogany, Walnut
19th Century Asian Hand Carved Screen with Mountains, Trees and Sea Gulls
Located in Lomita, CA
Sea, Sky and Birds populate the hand carving of this screen. The delicate open hand-carving on this screen is distinctive. This is a late 19th, early 20th century Chinese divider screen...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
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Wood
19th Century China Trade Seascape with a Junk, Signed, circa 1870
Located in Nantucket, MA
19th Century China Trade Seascape with a Junk, by Lee Heng, circa 1870, an oil on board seascape with large Chinese Junk under full sail in the fo...
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1870s Chinese Antique Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Other
Rare & Collectable Vintage Chinese Export Hardstone Folding Screen Room Divider
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this extremely well made and highly collectable Chinese Export circa 1940’s Hardstone room divider folding screen.
A truly stunning and exquisit...
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1940s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Stone
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