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Ming Furniture

MING STYLE

In what’s considered a golden age of Chinese furniture, Ming dynasty artisans produced expertly made designs that married elegance and function. Ming furniture was versatile, such as tables that doubled as writing desks and dining spaces. But it was also beautiful, enhancing a room with clean lines, soft curves and sophisticated decoration.

Dating from 1368 to 1644, the Ming dynasty was a vibrant time for international trade and culture. Especially for scholars and the wealthy, there was an emphasis on a home’s design to promote a good life. From large wardrobes to angular sofas, Ming-style furniture was defined by its joinery, which, instead of nails, involved meticulously designed interlocking elements of wood. This material was carefully selected and positioned to make the grain part of the design. The slow-growing huanghuali, a yellowish rosewood, was particularly valued for its bright color.

Although ornamentation was minimal, Ming dynasty furniture often featured carved or painted details of flowers, insects, dragons, fruits and other motifs. Chairs crafted for scholars could include calligraphic brush writing. As overseas trade expanded, techniques from the West, like cloisonné enamel painting, adorned table screens and other pieces.

Ming furniture influenced styles abroad such as Queen Anne in England and Hollywood Regency in the United States. The curved shape of Ming armchairs had a profound impact on legendary Scandinavian modernist furniture designer Hans Wegner. The Danish cabinetmaker shared the Ming artisans’ interest in creating streamlined, functional furnishings, and his China chair, Round chair and Wishbone chair are inspired by Ming dynasty seating. Today, the Ming-style horseshoe chair is a graceful and sought-after type of seat, and contemporary Chinese designers such as Jerry Chen and Gan Erke are also drawing on this heritage for a new era of style.

Find a collection of Ming cabinets, decorative objects, lounge chairs and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Ming
Large Ming Dynasty Imperial Officer Ancestor's Portrait, Painting on Silk Framed
Large Ming Dynasty Imperial Officer Ancestor's Portrait, Painting on Silk Framed

Large Ming Dynasty Imperial Officer Ancestor's Portrait, Painting on Silk Framed

Located in Greenwich, CT

Ming Dynasty period imperial officer portrait, this is a few examples painting existing compare to later Qing Dynasty period. A gentleman with a long, flowing beard sits on brocade,...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Silk

Pair Of 19th Century Antique Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Vases
Pair Of 19th Century Antique Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Vases

Pair Of 19th Century Antique Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Vases

Located in Bridgeport, CT

These are antique Chinese Famille Rose porcelain vases, often referred to as Rose Medallion. They feature hand-painted enamel courtyard scenes with figures, surrounded by floral and...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Enamel

Antique Chinese Bronze Foo Dog Sculptures, Ming Style, Circa 1920 Pair
Antique Chinese Bronze Foo Dog Sculptures, Ming Style, Circa 1920 Pair

Antique Chinese Bronze Foo Dog Sculptures, Ming Style, Circa 1920 Pair

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

These are a very good pair of antique Ming style Chinese foo or lion dog sculptures, sometimes called temple lions, made of bronze, with good detail, which we date to the late Qing or early Republic period of the 20th Century, Circa 1920. These pieces are well cast with very good detail, showing wear and a good natural patination to the high points as expected from use and polishing over a long period, the lustrous copper bronze metal below. The places on the castings where one would not normally polish ( eg. the underside, the back and neck area) are fairly rough to the touch in keeping with their age These are a substantial pair of bronzes, weighing over 900gm unpacked These lovely pair of antique Chinese foo dogs...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Petite Ming Shipwreck Box, c. 1500
Petite Ming Shipwreck Box, c. 1500

Petite Ming Shipwreck Box, c. 1500

Located in Chicago, IL

The soft, matte texture and eroded wear of this petite porcelain box suggest it spent many years submerged in saltwater, likely excavated from a sunken trade ship carrying ceramic ex...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Ming Ceramic Provincial Jar Celadon Glaze, Early 17th Century
Chinese Ming Ceramic Provincial Jar Celadon Glaze, Early 17th Century

Chinese Ming Ceramic Provincial Jar Celadon Glaze, Early 17th Century

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a Chinese hand-thrown ceramic provincial jar with a light celadon glaze which we date to the Ming period of the early 17th century or possibly earlier. The jar is hand potted...

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Early 17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

16th Century Chinese Ming Provincial Porcelain Jar with Floral Design
16th Century Chinese Ming Provincial Porcelain Jar with Floral Design

16th Century Chinese Ming Provincial Porcelain Jar with Floral Design

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a Chinese handcrafted porcelain provincial jar or vase, all hand painted in cobalt blue and dating to the Ming period of the early 16th century or possibly earlier. The jar ...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Vintage 'Ming Style' Temple Jar Blue and White Glazed Porcelain
Vintage 'Ming Style' Temple Jar Blue and White Glazed Porcelain

Vintage 'Ming Style' Temple Jar Blue and White Glazed Porcelain

Located in Glasgow, GB

Vintage porcelain temple jar, handcrafted towards the end of the 20th century, in 1980s China Artistically decorated in a simple yet decorative Ming-era style. Its body features a figural scene perfectly realized in hand-painted cobalt blue enamel. Flying birds and floral motifs are interspersed between bold blue borders and graphic Chinese-style decorations. Coming together and creating a striking contrast against the luminous white underglaze porcelain. The porcelain jar measures 20 cm in height and 15 cm in diameter. It's in good condition for its age and use, bearing only x1 small chip to the lip of the temple jar. And is stamped on its underside with a 'Zhongguo Zhi Zao...

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1980s Chinese Vintage Ming Furniture

Materials

Enamel

Large Rustic Chinese Yumu Plank-top Recessed-leg Painting Table
Large Rustic Chinese Yumu Plank-top Recessed-leg Painting Table

Large Rustic Chinese Yumu Plank-top Recessed-leg Painting Table

Located in Forney, TX

A rare and most impressive size rustic Provincial Chinese recessed-leg painting table (dining table) Early 19th century, crafted of northern elm (yumu) ...

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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Elm

Antique Chinese Ming Style Scholar's Cabinet
Antique Chinese Ming Style Scholar's Cabinet

Antique Chinese Ming Style Scholar's Cabinet

Located in Somis, CA

A beautiful, Ming dynasty style scholar's cabinet. The doors and side panels are all solid single boards set with mitered, tenon and mortise construction. Two exterior and interior d...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Petite Ming Shipwreck Medicine Jar, c. 1500
Petite Ming Shipwreck Medicine Jar, c. 1500

Petite Ming Shipwreck Medicine Jar, c. 1500

Located in Chicago, IL

The eroded surface of this petite, Ming-dynasty medicine jar tells a story of trade, tradition and lost treasure. A matte texture and traces of marine life suggest the jar spent many...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

Pair Antique Ming Style Chinese Qing Carved Hardwood Gilt Lacquer Throne Chairs
Pair Antique Ming Style Chinese Qing Carved Hardwood Gilt Lacquer Throne Chairs

Pair Antique Ming Style Chinese Qing Carved Hardwood Gilt Lacquer Throne Chairs

Located in Portland, OR

A fine pair of antique late 19th/early 20th Century Chinese Ming style carved, lacquered & gilt throne armchairs, Qing dynasty, circa 1900. This very attractive pair of antique carve...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Hardwood, Lacquer

Pair of Fine Horseshoe Back Armchairs
Pair of Fine Horseshoe Back Armchairs

Pair of Fine Horseshoe Back Armchairs

$3,500Sale Price / set|27% Off

Pair of Fine Horseshoe Back Armchairs

Located in Greenwich, CT

A pair of elegant horseshoe back armchairs. Beautiful color, form and lines. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has be...

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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Wood

Rare Early Ming Dynasty Blue-and-White Porcelain Plates
Rare Early Ming Dynasty Blue-and-White Porcelain Plates

Rare Early Ming Dynasty Blue-and-White Porcelain Plates

Located in Fukuoka, JP

A fine group of early Ming dynasty (c. 15th century) porcelain dishes, hand-painted in cobalt blue underglaze with floral and foliate motifs. These plates were found in Japan, where ...

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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

19th Century Chinese Earthenware Vase, Ming Style, Wabi-Sabi Charm
19th Century Chinese Earthenware Vase, Ming Style, Wabi-Sabi Charm

19th Century Chinese Earthenware Vase, Ming Style, Wabi-Sabi Charm

Located in Nijlen, BE

Handmade hand-thrown Chinese pottery vase. A 19th-century version with plenty of character. Large, round vase with a relatively flat top and a narrow opening. Decorated with small,...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

Fine Jumu Console Table
Fine Jumu Console Table

Fine Jumu Console Table

Located in Greenwich, CT

Fine Jumu console table with waterfall legs, elegant color and lines. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has been appeared many times ...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Wood

Black Lacquer Sideboard
Black Lacquer Sideboard

Black Lacquer Sideboard

$3,500Sale Price|36% Off

Black Lacquer Sideboard

Located in Greenwich, CT

Elegant black lacquer sideboard with two pairs of doors, Two pairs of drawers and shelves inside, metal fitting

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Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Lacquer

Asian Well's Wooden Water Bucket
Asian Well's Wooden Water Bucket

Asian Well's Wooden Water Bucket

$1,250Sale Price|30% Off

Asian Well's Wooden Water Bucket

Located in Greenwich, CT

Asian well's water wooden water bucket with handle surrounded with cast iron brackets. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and ha...

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1920s Chinese Vintage Ming Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century Chinese Horseshoe Round Back Chairs All Original a Pair
19th Century Chinese Horseshoe Round Back Chairs All Original a Pair

19th Century Chinese Horseshoe Round Back Chairs All Original a Pair

Located in Somis, CA

A pair of large, sold wood, all original, early 19th century Chinese Provincial Horseshoe Chairs. The solid, 2" thick, rounded crest rail is constructed with one single continuous be...

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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Wood

Fine Red Lacquer Low Table with Fret Work Top
Fine Red Lacquer Low Table with Fret Work Top

Fine Red Lacquer Low Table with Fret Work Top

Located in Greenwich, CT

Fine red lacquer low table / coffee table with fret work top, elegant fine red lacquer finished. Purchase red lacquer low table / coffee table also come with glass top that can place...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Lacquer

Large Pair of Chinese Glazed Earthenware Covered Martaban Storage Jars
Large Pair of Chinese Glazed Earthenware Covered Martaban Storage Jars

Large Pair of Chinese Glazed Earthenware Covered Martaban Storage Jars

Located in Forney, TX

A large and most impressive pair of antique / vintage Chinese glazed earthenware covered Martaban storage jars, having sand and ochre brown glaze palette, incised with auspicious myt...

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20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

Vintage Ming Style Coffee Table
Vintage Ming Style Coffee Table

Vintage Ming Style Coffee Table

Located in Medina, OH

Vintage 1980s Ming Style Coffee or Cocktail Table. Crafted from solid wood construction with gorgeous natural grain and just the right amount of patina. The low, square silhouette i...

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1980s American Vintage Ming Furniture

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Wood, Hardwood

Fine Chinese Four-Panel Carved And Painted Room Divider Screen
Fine Chinese Four-Panel Carved And Painted Room Divider Screen

Fine Chinese Four-Panel Carved And Painted Room Divider Screen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A substantial and impressive Chinese four panel low relief carved and painted room divider screen in pastel tones on black ground. Colorful painted relief decoration on the front fe...

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20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Wood

Ming Dynasty Blue Glazed Terra Cotta Bird
Ming Dynasty Blue Glazed Terra Cotta Bird

Ming Dynasty Blue Glazed Terra Cotta Bird

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ming Dynasty Blue Glazed Terra Cotta Bird. Very rare early Ming Dynasty Blue Glazed Terra Cotta sourced from our Paris Offices at Chateau de Vitray. Beautiful blue tone glazing.

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Late 17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

Tianqi Period 17C Chinese Porcelain Ming Dish Landscape BIRDS IN FLIGHT
Tianqi Period 17C Chinese Porcelain Ming Dish Landscape BIRDS IN FLIGHT

Tianqi Period 17C Chinese Porcelain Ming Dish Landscape BIRDS IN FLIGHT

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description Sharing with you this fantastic Chinese porcelain dish. Tianqi period, Ming dynasty. This piece belongs to the Kosometsuke (Ko-sometsuke) group, produced in Jingdezhen s...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Early 20th Century Signed & Framed Chinese Batik Print
Early 20th Century Signed & Framed Chinese Batik Print

Early 20th Century Signed & Framed Chinese Batik Print

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Early 20th Century framed Chinese batik print depicting a mountain landscape with water, possibly a river or lake and a small boat figures on it. The print is signed to the upper rig...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Glass, Wood

Pair Ming Style Wooden Stools  in Velvet with Fringe Detail
Pair Ming Style Wooden Stools  in Velvet with Fringe Detail

Pair Ming Style Wooden Stools in Velvet with Fringe Detail

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair Ming Style Wooden stools with knife edge upholstered velvet seats and Fringe details. The pair, asian inspired wooden bases, are perfectly suited for many spaces. a nice addit...

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Mid-20th Century Asian Ming Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Velvet, Wood, Upholstery

Ming Treasures Fishbowl Pedestal Base Dining Table Drexel Heritage Round Glass
Ming Treasures Fishbowl Pedestal Base Dining Table Drexel Heritage Round Glass

Ming Treasures Fishbowl Pedestal Base Dining Table Drexel Heritage Round Glass

By Drexel

Located in Topeka, KS

Magnificent vintage Chinoiserie “Ming Treasures” line fishbowl pedestal base dining table by Drexel Heritage Made in Taiwan, hand painted in Hong Kong composed of hand painted & ...

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Late 20th Century Ming Furniture

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

Mid-Century Asian Modern Ming Style Burl Wood  Executive Desk By Lane
Mid-Century Asian Modern Ming Style Burl Wood  Executive Desk By Lane

Mid-Century Asian Modern Ming Style Burl Wood Executive Desk By Lane

By Lane Furniture

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a mid-century burl wood Asian modern desk by Lane Furniture. It has dovetail construction and is marked in the drawer. The drawers include one file drawer. The opening for a ...

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Mid-20th Century American Ming Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Ming Style Rosewood Horse Shoe Lounge Chairs
Pair of Ming Style Rosewood Horse Shoe Lounge Chairs

Pair of Ming Style Rosewood Horse Shoe Lounge Chairs

Located in Germantown, MD

An Exquisite Pair of Ming Style Solid Rosewood Horse Shoe Lounge Chairs Measures 28" in width, 26" in depth and 30" in height. Seat height is 12. Arm height is 24". Seat interior wid...

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Early 20th Century American Ming Furniture

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Rosewood

Pair of Chinese Ming Sancai Chiwen Roof Tiles, c. 1650
Pair of Chinese Ming Sancai Chiwen Roof Tiles, c. 1650

Pair of Chinese Ming Sancai Chiwen Roof Tiles, c. 1650

Located in Chicago, IL

These monumental Chinese roof tiles were once installed as part of the elaborate roof of a Ming-dynasty temple or grand courtyard home. Dated to the 17th century or earlier, the scul...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

Massive And Impressive Chinese Altar Table
Massive And Impressive Chinese Altar Table

Massive And Impressive Chinese Altar Table

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A massive Chinese altar table with open frieze and open ends with a stylized key motif. The top with a center panel and cross banding. The whole resting on straight legs and terminat...

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20th Century Asian Ming Furniture

Materials

Wood

Wanli period Miniature Chinese Blue & White Ewer ca1600 Bird Decor Ming
Wanli period Miniature Chinese Blue & White Ewer ca1600 Bird Decor Ming

Wanli period Miniature Chinese Blue & White Ewer ca1600 Bird Decor Ming

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description Late Wanli Period Miniature Chinese Porcelain Ewer (ca. 1600–1620) A charming and unusual miniature blue and white ewer, beautifully hand-painted with floral bird decora...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Fine Black Lacquer Console Table
Fine Black Lacquer Console Table

Fine Black Lacquer Console Table

Located in Greenwich, CT

Fine black lacquer console table with four drawers, waterfall legs, brass fitting, elegant and simple form, beautiful lines. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Lacquer

29.5CM Large rare Wanli Antique Ming Period Chinese Porcelain Dish top quality
29.5CM Large rare Wanli Antique Ming Period Chinese Porcelain Dish top quality

29.5CM Large rare Wanli Antique Ming Period Chinese Porcelain Dish top quality

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Sharing with you this very nicely potted and painted kraak dish of very high quality/ With unusual scene. With anhua decoration of Ruyi/Clouds. Condition 1 hairline to the rim and v...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

17tth-century Japanese Porcelain Blue & White Kraak-style Dishes
17tth-century Japanese Porcelain Blue & White Kraak-style Dishes

17tth-century Japanese Porcelain Blue & White Kraak-style Dishes

Located in Downingtown, PA

Edo Elegance: Pair of Japanese Arita 'Kraak Style' Porcelain Dishes Edo Period, Circa 1680–1700 This spectacular pair of Japanese Arita porcelain blue and white dishes is a classic ...

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Late 17th Century Japanese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

J.L. George & Co Ming Style Carved Camphor Wood Cocktail Table with Glass Top
J.L. George & Co Ming Style Carved Camphor Wood Cocktail Table with Glass Top

J.L. George & Co Ming Style Carved Camphor Wood Cocktail Table with Glass Top

Located in Germantown, MD

An early 20th Century J.L. George & Co Ming Style Carved Camphor Wood Low Cocktail Table with beveled protective Glass Top and a secret drawer. Measures 38.5" in width, 17" in depth ...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Ming Furniture

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Kraak Chinese Export Porcelain Dish, Blue and White, Ming Wanli, Circa 1600
Kraak Chinese Export Porcelain Dish, Blue and White, Ming Wanli, Circa 1600

Kraak Chinese Export Porcelain Dish, Blue and White, Ming Wanli, Circa 1600

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a Kraak or Kraak-ware Chinese Export porcelain dish or deep plate hand painted in a typical Blue and white pattern, made during the reign of Wanli (1573 to 1620). The dish i...

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Early 17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Ming Dynasty Style Wedding Chair with Carved Medallion and Curving Arms
Ming Dynasty Style Wedding Chair with Carved Medallion and Curving Arms

Ming Dynasty Style Wedding Chair with Carved Medallion and Curving Arms

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique Chinese Ming Dynasty style wooden wedding chair from the early 20th century, with carved medallion, curving armrests and natural wood patina. The chair’s open back is eleg...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century Small Chinese Hardwood Kang Table / Low Table.
19th Century Small Chinese Hardwood Kang Table / Low Table.

19th Century Small Chinese Hardwood Kang Table / Low Table.

Located in Vero Beach, FL

19th Century Small Chinese Hardwood Kang Table / Low Table. Traditional Chinese rectangular kang table or scholar’s table. This sleek, elegant and versatile hardwood stand may have...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Jar, c. 1600
Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Jar, c. 1600

Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Jar, c. 1600

Located in Chicago, IL

This Ming-dynasty (1368-1644) storage jar is attributed to the kilns of Yunnan province, loosely decorated with cobalt underglaze in a manner typical of the region. Dated to the 15th...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

Ornately Carved Chinese Luohan Bed, circa 1550
Ornately Carved Chinese Luohan Bed, circa 1550

Ornately Carved Chinese Luohan Bed, circa 1550

Located in Chicago, IL

This gorgeous luohan daybed anchors its surroundings with its monumental scale and incredible carved decoration. Known as a luohan chuang, or couch bed, this form of low-backed daybe...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Elm

Chinese Yellow and Russet Jade Mythical Beast, Ming Dynasty or Earlier
Chinese Yellow and Russet Jade Mythical Beast, Ming Dynasty or Earlier

Chinese Yellow and Russet Jade Mythical Beast, Ming Dynasty or Earlier

Located in Austin, TX

A superb Chinese yellow and russet nephrite jade carving of a mythical beast, Ming Dynasty (1368 to 1644) or earlier, China The mythical beast is portrayed with feline features, i...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Jade

Walnut and Black Lacquer Chin Hua Console Table with Ming Style Legs
Walnut and Black Lacquer Chin Hua Console Table with Ming Style Legs

Walnut and Black Lacquer Chin Hua Console Table with Ming Style Legs

Located in Pasadena, TX

A beautiful Ming style console table, supporting a walnut top. Classic elegant silhouette with a touch of flair at the top and at the feet. Sides have a very dark brown lacquer that...

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20th Century American Ming Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

Antique Chinese Ming Style Blue and White BW Bunch Of Lotus Charger 19c Qing
Antique Chinese Ming Style Blue and White BW Bunch Of Lotus Charger 19c Qing

Antique Chinese Ming Style Blue and White BW Bunch Of Lotus Charger 19c Qing

Located in Richmond, CA

An antique Chinese porcelain charger, hand decorated in underglaze blue and white, exemplifying the revered Ming style. The focal point, a central medallion within a double circle bo...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Ming Dynasty Lacquered and Gilt Bronze Bodhisattva, 17th Century
Chinese Ming Dynasty Lacquered and Gilt Bronze Bodhisattva, 17th Century

Chinese Ming Dynasty Lacquered and Gilt Bronze Bodhisattva, 17th Century

Located in Austin, TX

Chinese late Ming dynasty bronze figure of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, also known as Guanyin (Quan Yin, Kwan Yin, Kuan Yin), 17th century, China  The figure well cast in two ...

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Mid-17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Carved Back Elmwood Armchairs
Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Carved Back Elmwood Armchairs

Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Carved Back Elmwood Armchairs

Located in Germantown, MD

A Pair of Early 20th century Chinese elmwood armchairs with finely carved back and elongated arms and legs. Measure 30" wide at the legs ends, 25" wide the arms, 27" in depth, 37.5...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Elm

Chinese Ming Dynasty Longquan Celadon Peony Deep Dish, 14th-15th Century
Chinese Ming Dynasty Longquan Celadon Peony Deep Dish, 14th-15th Century

Chinese Ming Dynasty Longquan Celadon Peony Deep Dish, 14th-15th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A beautiful Chinese celadon glazed deep dish with an impressed peony design to the center, Ming Dynasty, circa 1400, Longquan kilns, China. The lovey dish covered in an attractive ...

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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Chinese Calligraphy Scrolls in Mark Humphrey Gallery Frames
Pair of Chinese Calligraphy Scrolls in Mark Humphrey Gallery Frames

Pair of Chinese Calligraphy Scrolls in Mark Humphrey Gallery Frames

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A pair of boldly brushed Rice Paper Calligraphy Panels having a particularly fine Asian presentation. One panel with 10 Calligraphic characters and the other with 4 and both with red...

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20th Century Asian Ming Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paper

Carved Wood Stone Top Table or Stand
Carved Wood Stone Top Table or Stand

Carved Wood Stone Top Table or Stand

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Elaborately carved dark stained wood stand with a purple variegated stone inset top, foliate scrolls and openwork bands with geometric motifs. Raised on tall legs with claw feet. The...

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20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Stone

Pair of Chinese Longquan Ware Vases From The Ming Dynasty
Pair of Chinese Longquan Ware Vases From The Ming Dynasty

Pair of Chinese Longquan Ware Vases From The Ming Dynasty

Located in Essex, MA

Celadon glaze on heavy thick stoneware with incised prunes leaf decoration. Baluster form with long neck. Top of rim unglazed and likely cut down slightly.

Category

16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Stoneware

Fine Black Lacquer Console Table
Fine Black Lacquer Console Table

Fine Black Lacquer Console Table

$3,680Sale Price|20% Off

Fine Black Lacquer Console Table

Located in Greenwich, CT

Simple black lacquer console table with waterfall legs, elegant color and lines. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has been appeared many times in "Architecture Digest...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Lacquer

Top Quality Wanli / Tianqi Antique Ming Period Chinese Porcelain Crane Waves
Top Quality Wanli / Tianqi Antique Ming Period Chinese Porcelain Crane Waves

Top Quality Wanli / Tianqi Antique Ming Period Chinese Porcelain Crane Waves

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description A very nicely potted and painted early 17th century dish of a desirable cobalt blue! Stunning piece with unusal reverse decorated design. Visible are cranes, different k...

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17th Century Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Chinese Painted Compound Cabinets, Late Ming Dynasty
Pair of Chinese Painted Compound Cabinets, Late Ming Dynasty

Pair of Chinese Painted Compound Cabinets, Late Ming Dynasty

Located in Chicago, IL

Seamlessly constructed and lacquered black, this pair of spectacular Ming-dynasty compound cabinets provided the perfect blank canvas for painted scen...

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Early 17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Ming Dynasty Chinese Export Porcelain Swatow Blue & White Bowl
Antique Ming Dynasty Chinese Export Porcelain Swatow Blue & White Bowl

Antique Ming Dynasty Chinese Export Porcelain Swatow Blue & White Bowl

Located in Wilton, CT

Antique Chinese late Ming Dynasty export porcelain Swatow ware blue & white bowl, Wanli period, early 17th century. Circa 1600-1620. Relatively fine decoration for Swatow ware with d...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Rouge Lacquered and Carved Elmwood Kang Table, Circa 1850s
Chinese Rouge Lacquered and Carved Elmwood Kang Table, Circa 1850s

Chinese Rouge Lacquered and Carved Elmwood Kang Table, Circa 1850s

Located in Germantown, MD

A late 19th Century Chinese Rouge Lacquered and carved Elmwood three drawer Kang Table. Measures 48" in width, 14" in depth, 15.5" in height.

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Mid-19th Century American Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Elm

Antique Vases in Southern China / Small Vases / 16th to 17th Centuries
Antique Vases in Southern China / Small Vases / 16th to 17th Centuries

Antique Vases in Southern China / Small Vases / 16th to 17th Centuries

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

It is believed that pottery baked in southern China in the early Ming dynasty was imported into Japan. It is a small size. The upper part is slightly ...

Category

15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Chinese Carved and Painted Wood Sculpture of Guanyin
Chinese Carved and Painted Wood Sculpture of Guanyin

Chinese Carved and Painted Wood Sculpture of Guanyin

Located in Stamford, CT

Beautiful carving of Guanyin, shown standing on a rocky outcrop, mounted on a lobed wooden base. It was once used as a lamp, and can be rewired. Nice faded painted surface. Guany...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Wood

Ming furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Ming furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include asian art and furniture, tables, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Ming furniture 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 furniture, popular names associated with this style include Century Furniture, George Zee, Broyhill, and Baker Furniture Company. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $195 and tops out at $690,000 while the average work can sell for $2,941.