Chinese Export Furniture
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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Item Ships From: USA
Style: Chinese Export
Mid 20th Century Chinese Wood Carved Kwan Yin Statuary
Located in Pomona, CA
This magnificent vintage Chinese Wood Carved Kwan Yin Statuary has intricate carving works. It is all hand made and hand carved Kwan Yin sitting under the tree and holding a flower i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Boxwood
Chinese Gourd Shaped Porcelain Dragon Vase
Located in Bradenton, FL
Chinese Gourd Shaped Porcelain Dragon Vase in rich colors of red, blue, green and yellow on a white background. Features multicolored dragons with flora...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Chinese Carved Rosewood Living Room Chairs Set
Located in Pomona, CA
This set of gorgeous Chinese Rosewood Carved Living room Chairs and table were made during early 20th century and still maintained its original condition, very smooth to touch, full ...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Wood, Rosewood
1980's Solid Brass Chinese Censer Pot Incense Burner
Located in Charlotte, NC
A vintage Chinese table top censer pot incense burner. Unsigned, artisan unknown. Solid brass of two pieces; round pot with serpent-like protrud...
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Brass
Large Chinese Martaban Jar, Ming Dynasty
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a large Chinese 17th Century Stoneware Martaban Jar. Martancan Jars were created to store food items such as grain, tea, oil, etc. The ...
Category
Late 17th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Pair, Chinese Export Cloisonne Enameled Dragon Figurines on Stands
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese, 20th century.
A pair of Chinese export style cloisonne dragon figurines on stands. Each dragon is detailed with brass wiring and hand enamel decorated across the surfaces. ...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Brass, Enamel
20th Century Chinese Elaborate Gilt Cloisonné Foo Dog Censor
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
20th Century Chinese Elaborate Gilt Cloisonné Foo Dog Censor
A stunning 20th Century Chinese Elaborate Gilt Cloisonné Foo Dog Censor, a masterwork of later craftsmanship. This exqu...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Metal
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...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Wood
Vintage Bronze Chinese Pedestal Bowl
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage bronze Chinese pedestal bowl, circa 1950s. The bowl is in good vintage condition and measures 10"D x 3.75"H. The bronze has a great vintage patina and a wonderful look! #3408
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Vtg Oriental Chinese Asian Lacquered Figural Painted Mirrored Cabinet Curio
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Striking & Unique Vintage Oriental Lacquered Storage Cabinet. The piece features lovely relief painted figures, a distress yellow painted finish, a mirrored back interior with 2 glas...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Wood
Chinese Export Style Large Scale Green Teracotta Pottery Jars With Foo Dogs - 2
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of large scale Chinese Export style terracotta green glazed jars. The lids have foo dog finials. Both vessels have a drip majolic...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Antique 19th C Blue and White Chinese Porcelain Footed Incense Burner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique 19th C Blue and White Chinese Porcelain Footed Incense Burner. Item features blue and white scenes with birds and trees, scrolling handles, footed tripod base, pierced lid, v...
Category
19th Century Antique Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Framed Antique Chinese Embroidery Panel Qing Dynasty Provenance
Located in Atlanta, GA
An antique Chinese embroidery panel, originally the sleeve band of a robe from Qing Dynasty, circa 19th century. Nicely presented as a...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Silk, Wood
Chinese Blanc De Chine Head of Buddha
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chinese Blanc De Chine Head of Buddha
China 20th Century
A fine Chinese Blanc De Chine Head of Buddha from the 20th century. This finely made...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Black Lacquer Brass Bound Trunk, Early 20th C.
Located in Harlingen, TX
This striking early 20th century Chinese trunk or blanket chest is bound in brass and features a black lacquer finish, dovetail construction, medallion backplate side handles and dua...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Brass
Blue and White Brush Pot with Shan Shui Landscape
Located in Chicago, IL
Set alongside the four treasures of the study - the calligraphy brush, ink, paper, and inkstone - a brush pot, or bitong, was an essential fixture of the scholars' desk. This porcela...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
18th Century Antique Chinese Export Armorial Blue & White Dinner Plates 11"
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of 18th century Chinese Export porcelain plates featuring slightly scalloped edges, hand painted blue and white borders and armorial crest / coat of arms at the center. Includes...
Category
18th Century Antique Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Dragons Rug
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Hand-knotted wool pile on a cotton foundation.
Circa 1900
Dimensions: 9'3" x 11'7"
Origin: China
Condition: Excellent
Field Color: Brown
Border Color: Brown
Accent Colors: Lig...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Wool
Mid 20th Century Chinese Wooden Carved Pagoda/Nine Dragons Wall
Located in Pomona, CA
The original Nine Dragon Wall was built during the reconstruction of Ningshou Palace in 1772. It is 29.4 meters long, 3.5 meters high and 0.45 meters thick. It is a single-sided glazed screen wall built against the palace wall. Very famous in Chinese history. Up for your consideration is a reproduction of wooden carved nine dragon wall for decoration only. It has very delicate carving works of nine dragons on the front and nine phoenixes on the back. Also, there are four dragon posts to support the roof. Look at the detailed photos, there are some minor wears due to the age. but it still maintained its very good condition.
Size: 17in H x 22in W x 3.75in D
Origin: China
Circa: 1950s
Material: Wood
Condition: Original finish, detailed hand carving works, normal age wear.
Disclaimer: Due to differences in monitor/screen settings, product colors may differ slightly between product photos...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Wood
Chinese Monumental Nephrite Jade Teapot
Located in New York, NY
Monumental Chinese Nephrite Teapot, carved from hardstone in the Zhoupan Hu or compass form.
Dealer: S138XX
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Stone
Chinese Cloisonne Vase on Stand with Floral Motif
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice Chinese cloisonne vase on stand with floral motif, circa 1970s. The vase is in very good condition with no dings or dents and measure 5.75"D x 11.75"H on a beautiful dark blue...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Chinese Blue and White Eight Treasure Gooseneck Jar
Located in Chicago, IL
The eight treasures of a scholar, which celebrate study and success, are hidden among the many symbols on this gooseneck jar, double lozenges for victory, a pearl for granting wishes...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Porcelain Ginger Jar Form Floral / Botanical Table Lamps Att. Chelsea House-Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a lovely pair of porcelain ginger jar form hand painted table lamps attributed to Chelsea House. The vase portion is 12 inches in height. They rest on gilt Asian footed...
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Porcelain, Giltwood
19th Century Chinese Apothecary Cabinet with Drawers
Located in Pasadena, CA
A remarkable 19th century Chinese apothecary cabinet. With 24 drawers and 2 larger lower drawers. Each smaller drawer with Chinese script and brass pull handles.
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair of 20th Century Canton Enamel Mandarin & Bird Motif Vases, Now as Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of 20th Century Canton Enamel Mandarin & Bird Motif Vases, Now as Lamps
An exquisite Pair of 20th Century Canton Enamel Mandarin & Bird Motif Vases, now transformed into lamp...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Copper
Eastern Console Table - Mink Finish
Located in Westwood, NJ
An eastern-influenced long hall table with an unusual form and natural brown classic mink finish. With winged ends and angled supports.
Dimensions: 96" W x 20" D x 42" H
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Wood
Zabihi Collection Vintage Chinese Dragon Rug
Located in New York, NY
A late 20th-century one of a kind hand-knotted Chinese rug with a dragon motif
Measures: 5'2'' x 8'1''
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Wool
Chinese Carved Wood Pedestal Table With Marble Inset Top
Located in Bradenton, FL
20th Century Chinese ornately carved wood pedestal table with marble insert. Table has intricately carved flowers on four curved legs with a...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Wood
Eastern Console Table - Working White
Located in Westwood, NJ
An eastern-influenced long hall table with an unusual form and hand-painted working white finish. With winged ends and angled supports.
Dimensions: 96" W x 20" D x 42" H
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Wood
Eastern Console Table - Whitewash White
Located in Westwood, NJ
An eastern-influenced long hall table with an unusual form and whitewash finish. With winged ends and angled supports.
Dimensions: 96" W x 20" D x 42" H
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Wood
19th Century Antique Chinese Carved Altar Table/Sofa Table/Console More Views
Located in Pomona, CA
This Antique Carved Altar table from China was made in late 19th century and still maintained very good condition. It shows the traditional style of Northern China's cultural. This Chinese antique altar table was made from solid wood with raised carving works of traditional Chinese folks arts design of "Qin, Qi, Shu, Hua" and twig-wrapped patterns on the front and open carved Bats on the legs. Very heavy, solid and sturdy. From the pictures, you can see that there are some of the age wear but still shows your beautiful patina. It is truly a wonderful collection item. Don't miss it.
Size: 35in H x 86.5in W x 15.5in D
Origin: China
Circa: 1850 - 1900
Material: Wood
Condition: Original finish, solid wood construction, hand carved, very heavy, sturdy, normal age wear.
Disclaimer: Due to differences in monitor/screen settings, product colors may differ slightly between product photos...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Chinese Dragon Cloisonné Enamel Round Lidded Box 19th Century CO#02
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Chinese cloisonné enamel round box with lid depicting flying dragons chasing fireballs. Yellow base and dark dragon color are applied, and 3 compartments are inside. From the...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Copper
Pair Chinese Export Antique Carved Agate and Jade Color Serpentine Desk Frames
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful pair of circa 1930's Chinese Export picture frames made of a cabochon / pillow carved jade colored serpentine stone with intricately carved carnelian colored agate medallions of floral and bird motifs. The top of each desk accessory picture frame has a flowing, slightly scalloped shape. Each frame is trimmed in a patterned brass with floral designs in each of the inside corners...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Serpentine, Agate, Stone, Metal
Set of Five Graduated Hand Painted Brass Temple Bells Chinese 19th C.
Located in New York, NY
Set of five graduated hand painted brass temple bells, in good, original, vintage condition, We believe there charming bells are 19th C vintage, made in China, however we are not exp...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Brass
Chinese Sage Porcelain Man Statue Wall Hanging
Located in Bradenton, FL
Large 19th century Chinese sage made of heavy Porcelain. Man draped in traditional robe holding a large walking stick in one hand and a lotus flower in the other. Features superb col...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Large Chinese Export Qing Famille Rose Porcelain Charger
Located in Bradenton, FL
Large Chinese Export Qing Famille Rose Porcelain Platter. White porcelain with birds, flowers, trees and landscape in beautiful reds, pink, green and...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Mid-Century Chinese Export Style Italian Hand Painted Ceramic Asian Figures - 2
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a set of Italian glazed ceramic Asian male and female figures. They are hand painted and signed. Their have vivid colors and gilt accents.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Chinese Export Armorial Soup Plate from Marquis De Almendares Service, 1842
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chinese Export Armorial Soup Plate from Marquis De Almendares Service, 1842
Made for the Cuban Marquis de Almendares Ignacio Herrera in 1842.
A rare example of Chinese Export porc...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Hand Painted Leather Mounted Box with Metal Hardware
Located in Ross, CA
Wooden box covered in leather then hand painted with flowers and birds. The hardware is a black metal, the inside is leather lined and stitched.
Category
Early 2000s Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Leather
Chinese Suzhou Embroidery Table Screen
Located in New York, NY
Chinese Suzhou Embroidery Table Screen, revolving panel depicting cat and praying mantis scene.
Dealer: S138XX
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Thread, Wood, Glass
Antique Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Round Lidded Box 19th Century CO#09
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Chinese cloisonné enamel round box with lid depicting floral patterns. A white base tone and colorful floral all around, from the 19th century.
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Copper
20th Century Chinese Red Painted Distressed Altar Table
Located in Charlotte, NC
An Asian Chinese altar table, unbranded. Solid wood painted red, distressed to give appearance of advanced age, brass hardware, banded plank top with smooth edge, carved angular side...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Pair Thick & Heavy Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Bawls 19th Century CO#10
Located in Norton, MA
Antique pair of Thick and Heavy Chinese cloisonné enamel Bowls depicting floral patterns. A white base tone and colorful floral all around, from the 19th century.
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Copper
1980's Chinese Export Black Lacquer Hand Painted Nesting Tables - Set of 4
Located in Charlotte, NC
A set of four hand painted Chinese Export Asian style nesting tables, unbranded. Solid wood with black lacquer, tops are recessed with painted traditional Chinese ladies, protective ...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Paint
Chinese Carved Rosewood And Marble Inset Pedestal Plant Stand
Located in Germantown, MD
A mid century Chinese Carved Hardwood And Marble Inset Tabourette. Stands 36.5" tall. Great Condition
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Chinese Rose Medallion Porcelain Punch Bowl
Located in New York, NY
Chinese Rose Medallion Porcelain Punch Bowl, hand-painted with figures, birds, flowers, and butterflies.
Dealer: S138XX
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Large Chinese Famille Rose Medallion Palace Size Floor Vase
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese, late 19th century.
A palace size Rose Medallion floor vase. The vase is decorated with polychrome enameled surface, several figura...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Enamel
Chinese Canton Vintage Enamel Gilt Dark-Green-Ground Jardinières
Located in Lomita, CA
The gilt design and gold trim details as well as the deep green ground make this set of Canton Chinese jardinieres unique. This lovely pair of estate sale jardinieres has scenes on b...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Enamel
18th Century Chinese Export Platter With Gold Accent Floral Center
Located in Bradenton, FL
Rare 18th century Chinese Export serving platter. Platter is white with wide green border and gold trim. Gold accent floral design in center. Platter is very large and would continu...
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Chinese Square Corner Locking Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
Perfecting line and proportion, the simple design of this low locking chest celebrates the restraint of classic Chinese furniture forms. Crafted from reclaimed elmwood, the cabinet i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Brass
Chinese Export Porcelain Pseudo Tobacco Leaf With Ducks Large Dish and Drainer
Located in Downingtown, PA
Chinese Export Porcelain Pseudo Tobacco Leaf Large Dish and Drainer,
Circa 1765-75
The oval Chinese Export deep dish is fully painted with a variation of the Tobacco Leaf pattern wi...
Category
Mid-18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Blue & White Jar with Birds & Flowers
Located in Chicago, IL
Loosely brushed with cobalt blue pigments, this round blue-and-white storage jar is adorned with a ribbon-tailed bird perched on a cluster of rocks, a symbol for a long and happy lif...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Dragon in Flight through Clouds on Large Yellow Jar
Located in Lomita, CA
Few scenes are as compelling as a dragon aloft in high relief as it moves through clouds and the atmosphere of a glazed enamel background in yellow.
The Yellow Ceramic Jar adorned wi...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Chinese Bronze Sculpture Of A Lady
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Bronze Sculpture of a Chinese Lady. It depicts a semi nude Chinese lady standing up and wrapped with a robe around one of her shoulders, the back, below the hip and one of ...
Category
20th Century East Asian Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Set of Chinese Figurative Mid Century Watercolor Landscapes
Located in Lomita, CA
These are two paintings depicting figures in a natural landscape setting among trees and other garden settings. The palette is pastel mixed with neutral tones. Based on the hairstyle...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Paint
Chinese Export Silver Repousse Dragon and Landscape Box
Located in Gainesville, FL
Chinese silver box with repousse, chasing and cast applied dragons. Very fine period work. Marked with French import hallmarks.
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Silver
Large Scale Chinese Export Style Blue & Orange Center Table Bowl W/ Dragons
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a late 20th century large scale Chinese Export style bowl. It has vivid blues and oranges with a dragon motif. It is marked and in very good condition.
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Round Lidded Box 19th Century CO#08
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Chinese cloisonné enamel round box with lid depicting floral patterns. A white base tone and colorful floral all around, from the 19th century.
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Copper
Chinese Export furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Chinese Export 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, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, porcelain and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinese Export 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 Europa Antiques, Wang Hing & Co., Luen Wo, and Hung Chong & Co.. 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 $40 and tops out at $216,780 while the average work can sell for $1,998.
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