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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
Pair Of Ming Style Leather Lounge Chairs
Pair Of Ming Style Leather Lounge Chairs

Pair Of Ming Style Leather Lounge Chairs

Located in Hudson, NY

A spectacular and chic pair of Ming Style armchairs with embossed leather seats. Made from extremely hardwood with a gorgeous weathered patina through the ebony glaze. The alligator ...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Ming Furniture

Materials

Wood, Leather

Asian Inspired Oak Flip Top 2 Drawer Desk/Console Table w/ Rattan Front
Asian Inspired Oak Flip Top 2 Drawer Desk/Console Table w/ Rattan Front

Asian Inspired Oak Flip Top 2 Drawer Desk/Console Table w/ Rattan Front

Located in Pasadena, TX

This Table can be used as a console, a desk or open up to serve as a dining table. It's made of oak and has a top that slides over and opens up in a butterfly like fashion. The legs ...

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Late 20th Century American Ming Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Ming Period Kosometsuke Landscape Chinese Porcelain Kaiseki Dish
Antique Ming Period Kosometsuke Landscape Chinese Porcelain Kaiseki Dish

Antique Ming Period Kosometsuke Landscape Chinese Porcelain Kaiseki Dish

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Very happy and delighted with this new arrival. A very nicely potted, shaped and painted blue and white Kosometsuke piece in nice cobalt blue! Visible in the pictures is a lidded box...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Ming Celadon Bottle Vase, c. 1500
Chinese Ming Celadon Bottle Vase, c. 1500

Chinese Ming Celadon Bottle Vase, c. 1500

Located in Chicago, IL

This petite ceramic bottle is a Ming-dynasty (1368-1644) vessel originally used for serving rice wine or spirits. The small round bottle is beautiful in its imperfection, shaped with...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

Extraordinary Pair of Chinese Carved Stone Garden Panels With Branches And Bird
Extraordinary Pair of Chinese Carved Stone Garden Panels With Branches And Bird

Extraordinary Pair of Chinese Carved Stone Garden Panels With Branches And Bird

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Calligraphic inscription upper right. Composition of leafy branches with berries and flowers and with a bird perched on one of them in the center. Dimensions: 15 3/4 x 27", Depth 2...

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19th Century Unknown Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Stone

Rare set of 5 17th c Chinese Porcelain Ming Period Kosometsuke Dishes Reclusion
Rare set of 5 17th c Chinese Porcelain Ming Period Kosometsuke Dishes Reclusion

Rare set of 5 17th c Chinese Porcelain Ming Period Kosometsuke Dishes Reclusion

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Sharing with you this fantastic set of 5 Chinese porcelain serving dishes with underglaze blue. All painted with a fantastic river landscape scene of a scholar contemplating nature. ...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Massive Chinese Tapering Armoire Cabinet
Massive Chinese Tapering Armoire Cabinet

Massive Chinese Tapering Armoire Cabinet

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Chinese one piece wardrobe cabinet with tapering form, solidly constructed with peg joinery. Paneled and trimmed with brass lock as shown. The doors open to reveal vertical slat back...

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20th Century Asian Ming Furniture

Materials

Metal

Bronze Patinated Polychromed Buddhist Lion Incense Burner! Tongshi Sculpture Art
Bronze Patinated Polychromed Buddhist Lion Incense Burner! Tongshi Sculpture Art

Bronze Patinated Polychromed Buddhist Lion Incense Burner! Tongshi Sculpture Art

Located in Peoria, AZ

MAGNIFICENT! BRONZE LION INCENSE BURNER! EXTREMELY RARE! APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS: 7" Tall x 7" Wide Well cast, standing on all four legs (very rare pose!) while twisting its sin...

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20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Jumu Wood Low Table
Jumu Wood Low Table

Jumu Wood Low Table

$2,700Sale Price|22% Off

Jumu Wood Low Table

Located in Greenwich, CT

Simple Jumu wood low table with framed cane top, beautiful wood grain and texture.

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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Wood

Asian hand carved Hexagonal Center Table
Asian hand carved Hexagonal Center Table

Asian hand carved Hexagonal Center Table

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Asian hand carved hexagonal center table distinguished by geometric forms and clean graceful lines featuring picture framed top with carved apro...

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20th Century Asian Ming Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair Antique 18th century Dutch Delft Earthenware Plate Delftware Based On Ch
Pair Antique 18th century Dutch Delft Earthenware Plate Delftware Based On Ch

Pair Antique 18th century Dutch Delft Earthenware Plate Delftware Based On Ch

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Nice Dutch Delft blue plates with nice decoration of the month of august In 18th c chinese style 18th century. Diameter: 23 cm. Condition: Typical rimflaws Condition Good condition...

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17th Century Dutch Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Celedon Porcelain Vase With Wooden Base
Celedon Porcelain Vase With Wooden Base

Celedon Porcelain Vase With Wooden Base

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A celedon vase characterized by its distinctive jade-green glaze and intricate carved decoration. The embossed or carved twisted floral patterns, geometric motifs and Chinese meande...

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20th Century Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

Chinese Ming Dynasty Style Paper and Silk King Portrait Hanging Scrolls
Chinese Ming Dynasty Style Paper and Silk King Portrait Hanging Scrolls

Chinese Ming Dynasty Style Paper and Silk King Portrait Hanging Scrolls

Located in Queens, NY

3 Chinese Ming Dynasty-style scroll wall hangings depicting a king seated on a chair draped in ornate cloth, a mushroom colored background and floral rug beneath him. The rest of th...

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20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Chinese Ming Stone Table, c. 1500-1600
Antique Chinese Ming Stone Table, c. 1500-1600

Antique Chinese Ming Stone Table, c. 1500-1600

Located in Kastrup, DK

A Chinese 16-17th century Ming stone table carved from a solid piece of stone. This table has a traditional scalloped apron and legs ending in scrolled feet. In well-preserved origi...

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Early 17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Stone

Early Ming Dynasty Chinese Buddha Statue, circa 14th Century
Early Ming Dynasty Chinese Buddha Statue, circa 14th Century

Early Ming Dynasty Chinese Buddha Statue, circa 14th Century

Located in Dallas, TX

A very fine late Yuan to early Ming Chinese terracotta gilt and polychrome painted Buddha figure, he is dressed in thick robes, his hair arranged in ty...

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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

Ming Style Side Table, USA 1960s
Ming Style Side Table, USA 1960s

Ming Style Side Table, USA 1960s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Introducing our exquisite Ming Style Side Table, a true gem from the USA dating back to the 1960s. This stunning piece of furniture effortlessly captures the essence of Ming Dynasty ...

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1960s American Vintage Ming Furniture

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Antique Ming Period Kosometsuke Poem Go Players Cricket Box Chinese Porcelain
Antique Ming Period Kosometsuke Poem Go Players Cricket Box Chinese Porcelain

Antique Ming Period Kosometsuke Poem Go Players Cricket Box Chinese Porcelain

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Excited and really happy to share this box. Incense or Cricket Box In the pictures you will see a very nice Cricket box / Incense box with Poem. Typical Literati taste for Scholars ...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

A Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Bowl, Ming Dynasty, 17th Century
A Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Bowl, Ming Dynasty, 17th Century

A Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Bowl, Ming Dynasty, 17th Century

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

A Chinese Blue and White Bowl, Ming Dynasty, 17th Century Description: It was recovered from the Binh Thuan shipwreck off the coast of Vietnam in 2002. The style of decoration is t...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Ming Style Rosewood End or Side Table with Glass Inset Top Made in China
Ming Style Rosewood End or Side Table with Glass Inset Top Made in China

Ming Style Rosewood End or Side Table with Glass Inset Top Made in China

Located in Topeka, KS

Marvelous vintage Ming style rosewood side or end table with square beveled edge glass inset top, made in China. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Glass, Rosewood

Exceptional Pair of Chinese Armchairs in Ming Style
Exceptional Pair of Chinese Armchairs in Ming Style

Exceptional Pair of Chinese Armchairs in Ming Style

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A Pair of very well crafted Chinese Hardwood Armchairs (Probably Stained Teak) with fine Scholar’s Object appeal. Quite comfortable with an all over smooth hand and particularly hand...

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1970s Asian Vintage Ming Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Chinese Ming Dynasty Bronze Nanhai Guanyin, 16th/17th Century, China
Chinese Ming Dynasty Bronze Nanhai Guanyin, 16th/17th Century, China

Chinese Ming Dynasty Bronze Nanhai Guanyin, 16th/17th Century, China

Located in Austin, TX

A decidingly charming Chinese polychromed and gilt cast bronze figure of Nanhai Guanyin, Guanyin of the South Sea, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th century, China. Guanyin, the bodhisattva of compassion, is portrayed here as a beatific figure seated upon a raised lotus pedestal over waves. Guanyin is dressed in heavy robes, and wears an elaborate headdress. The small figure of Amitabha Buddha in the headdress positively identifies this figure as Guanyin. Guanyin rests one hand in his lap, holding a cup of pure water said to be able to alleviate all suffering. His other hand is raised, holding a willow branch which is used to sprinkle the healing waters. The two lotus blossoms to either side of Guanyin would originally have supported figures of the acolytes...

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Early 1600s Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Bronze

An Exceptional French Polished Rosewood Altar Table
An Exceptional French Polished Rosewood Altar Table

An Exceptional French Polished Rosewood Altar Table

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Rosewood Altar Table with a particularly elegant and strong traditional form with upswept ends, fine graining and particularly beautiful graining...

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20th Century Asian Ming Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

Chinese Ming Lotus Petal Vase, c. 1400
Chinese Ming Lotus Petal Vase, c. 1400

Chinese Ming Lotus Petal Vase, c. 1400

Located in Chicago, IL

With its balanced silhouette and subdued color palette, this lotus offering vase from the early Ming dynasty (1368-1644) resonates calm and sophistication. Sculpted centuries ago in ...

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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

Antique Ming Period Chinese Porcelain Landscape Figural Dish Kosometsuke
Antique Ming Period Chinese Porcelain Landscape Figural Dish Kosometsuke

Antique Ming Period Chinese Porcelain Landscape Figural Dish Kosometsuke

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Sharing with you this lovely early 17th century Kosometsuke dish, made for the Japanese market. We simply fell in love with it. The painting style is very typical for this period but...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Ugo Zaccagnini Ming Style Cocoa Banded Off White Glazed Pottery Lamp, C. 1960
Ugo Zaccagnini Ming Style Cocoa Banded Off White Glazed Pottery Lamp, C. 1960

Ugo Zaccagnini Ming Style Cocoa Banded Off White Glazed Pottery Lamp, C. 1960

By Ugo Zaccagnini

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Ugo Zaccagnini Handled Pottery Table Lamp with Far Eastern influence. Featuring a textured squat urn form with matte Dark Brown ring handle, dragons and Greek Key designs in relief, ...

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1950s Italian Vintage Ming Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Ming Period Chinese Porcelain Literatus & Attendant Charger Flies Whisk
Antique Ming Period Chinese Porcelain Literatus & Attendant Charger Flies Whisk

Antique Ming Period Chinese Porcelain Literatus & Attendant Charger Flies Whisk

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Sharing this new arrival. An amazing Blue and white porcelain dish, Kraak porcelain. ⁠ ⁠ China, Ming dynasty Wanli period (1572-1620),⁠ ⁠ Decorated in the centre with a literatus and...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Rare Kosometsuke Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty Plate China Porcelain, 17th C
Rare Kosometsuke Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty Plate China Porcelain, 17th C

Rare Kosometsuke Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty Plate China Porcelain, 17th C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Beautiful dish in blue and white. This is a Jingdezhen made dish made for the Japanese market. Kosometsuke. With a floral and bird decoration. Base with a chenghua mark The base is...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Majestic Zhangzhou Swatow Charger Ko Akae Verte China Ming Dynasty
Majestic Zhangzhou Swatow Charger Ko Akae Verte China Ming Dynasty

Majestic Zhangzhou Swatow Charger Ko Akae Verte China Ming Dynasty

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Majestic and large Chinese Ming period Swatow charger with beautiful and rare scene of two phoenixes in a landscape scene. Other birds flying around. The enamel is not in good condit...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

32CM Antique Chinese 16/17C Chinese Porcelain Dish Swatow Monochrome
32CM Antique Chinese 16/17C Chinese Porcelain Dish Swatow Monochrome

32CM Antique Chinese 16/17C Chinese Porcelain Dish Swatow Monochrome

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely monochrome Swatow/Zhangzhou dish. Brown glaze color. It's quite unusual to see a swatow dish only with craquele, without scene or incised decoration. Great reference p...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

A Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Bowl, Ming Dynasty, 17th Century
A Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Bowl, Ming Dynasty, 17th Century

A Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Bowl, Ming Dynasty, 17th Century

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

A Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Bowl, Ming Dynasty, 17th Century Description: The bowl was part of the cargo of the Binh Thuan shipwreck, which sank off the coast of Vietnam arou...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Elm Wood Children Armchairs
Pair of Elm Wood Children Armchairs

Pair of Elm Wood Children Armchairs

Located in Greenwich, CT

Pair of elmwood children armchairs with relief carving, simple and beautiful form. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has be...

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1920s Chinese Vintage Ming Furniture

Materials

Wood

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 porous, matte surface texture suggests the jar spent many years su...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

Pair of Early 19th Century Chinese 'Lazy Chairs' in Walnut and Black Lacquer
Pair of Early 19th Century Chinese 'Lazy Chairs' in Walnut and Black Lacquer

Pair of Early 19th Century Chinese 'Lazy Chairs' in Walnut and Black Lacquer

Located in Kastrup, DK

Pair of 'Lazy Chairs' in walnut, black lacquer with a natural cracked wear that gives the chairs an exciting and artistic look. Ming style, early 19th century China. The term 'Laz...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Lacquer

A 17th C. Chinese Chongzhen Blue & White Minyao “Peoples Wares” Porcelain Bowl
A 17th C. Chinese Chongzhen Blue & White Minyao “Peoples Wares” Porcelain Bowl

A 17th C. Chinese Chongzhen Blue & White Minyao “Peoples Wares” Porcelain Bowl

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

The central field showing a medallion of overlapping petal motifs, radiating out to auspicious Chou character (twisted peach tree) & lotus blossom designs, segmented by undulating li...

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Mid-17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Annamese Blue and White Ceramic Box, Chu Dau kiln, Vietnam
Annamese Blue and White Ceramic Box, Chu Dau kiln, Vietnam

Annamese Blue and White Ceramic Box, Chu Dau kiln, Vietnam

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Annamese Blue and White Ceramic Box, Chu Dau kiln, Vietnam, circa 1500. A covered flat top circular box with lid decoration in under glaze cobalt blue of a peony blossom with leafy b...

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16th Century Vietnamese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Annamese Molded Blue and White Ceramic Box, Chu Dau kiln, Vietnam
Annamese Molded Blue and White Ceramic Box, Chu Dau kiln, Vietnam

Annamese Molded Blue and White Ceramic Box, Chu Dau kiln, Vietnam

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Annamese Molded Blue and White Ceramic Box, Chu Dau kiln, Vietnam, circa 1500. The cover delicately decorated with a central floral medallion from which radiate six conjoined ruyi la...

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16th Century Vietnamese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

19th C. Asian Wood Storage Cabinet
19th C. Asian Wood Storage Cabinet

19th C. Asian Wood Storage Cabinet

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A classic Chinese two-door cabinet with two short over one long drawer. It opens to a printed paper lining with two shelves. Brass metal mounts. The wood has a warm honey tone and th...

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19th Century Asian Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Brass

Ming Dynasty Style Vintage Elm Waisted Table with Humpbacked Stretcher
Ming Dynasty Style Vintage Elm Waisted Table with Humpbacked Stretcher

Ming Dynasty Style Vintage Elm Waisted Table with Humpbacked Stretcher

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Ming Dynasty style vintage waisted altar console table from the mid-20th century, with horsehoof legs and humpbacked stretcher. Delve into the elegance of classical Chinese design ...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

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Elm

A Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Bowl, Ming Dynasty, 17th Century
A Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Bowl, Ming Dynasty, 17th Century

A Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Bowl, Ming Dynasty, 17th Century

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

A Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Bowl, Ming Dynasty, 17th Century Description: The central motif depicts a figure of a Buddhistic lion, playing with a brocade ball within a double...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Ming Dinasty Style Chair
Ming Dinasty Style Chair

Ming Dinasty Style Chair

Located in Milano, IT

This Chinese chair is a refined example of traditional craftsmanship, with a simple, clean structure that echoes the essential lines typical of the Ming style. The Ming dynasty is kn...

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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Wood

Chinese Early 20th Century Shop Sign Console Table with Carved Calligraphy
Chinese Early 20th Century Shop Sign Console Table with Carved Calligraphy

Chinese Early 20th Century Shop Sign Console Table with Carved Calligraphy

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Ming Dynasty style shop sign console table from the early 20th century, with calligraphy and cylindrical legs. Created in China during the early years of the 20th century, ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

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Wood

Ming Rabbit
Ming Rabbit

Ming Rabbit

Located in London, GB

Marvellous Ming Dynasty period carved marble rabbit. 26cm x 17cm (of good size and weight). Ming period, C1600. Provenance Private Collection, United Kingdom. Acquired in Hong K...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Marble

Antique Ming 1620-1644 Chinese Porcelain Kosometsuke 5 Horses Plate Tianqi
Antique Ming 1620-1644 Chinese Porcelain Kosometsuke 5 Horses Plate Tianqi

Antique Ming 1620-1644 Chinese Porcelain Kosometsuke 5 Horses Plate Tianqi

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A Chinese blue and white porcelain Dish of beautiful shape and design. Central scene of 5 horses. Early 17th century, marked at base. In symbolism a horse is a wish for a Good job. ...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Ming Clouded Celadon Bowl, c. 1400
Chinese Ming Clouded Celadon Bowl, c. 1400

Chinese Ming Clouded Celadon Bowl, c. 1400

Located in Chicago, IL

This lovely earthenware bowl from the early Ming dynasty (1368-1644) is cloaked in an allover celadon glaze with smooth texture and an opaque, clouded finish. Once used daily for foo...

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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

Antique Chinese Rug with Brocade Pattern
Antique Chinese Rug with Brocade Pattern

Antique Chinese Rug with Brocade Pattern

Located in Milan, IT

A rare and unusual red ground Chinese rug decorated by an infinite repeat pattern composed of a network of geometric devices derived from silk brocades of the Ming period. Examples o...

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1920s Chinese Vintage Ming Furniture

Materials

Wool

Blonde Chinese Horseshoe Armchairs Grand Tutor Oriental Country Antique Thrones
Blonde Chinese Horseshoe Armchairs Grand Tutor Oriental Country Antique Thrones

Blonde Chinese Horseshoe Armchairs Grand Tutor Oriental Country Antique Thrones

Located in London, GB

A gorgeous rare pair of large blonde Chinese bent-arm Horseshoe-back armchairs in lovely antique condition. Almost certainly made in Shandong Province in 19th Century China, these ex...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Elm

Chinese Ming Kneeling Man Oil Lamp, c. 1500
Chinese Ming Kneeling Man Oil Lamp, c. 1500

Chinese Ming Kneeling Man Oil Lamp, c. 1500

Located in Chicago, IL

This curious ceramic form is a sculptural Chinese candle stand or oil lamp from the late Ming dynasty (1368-1644). Rustic and highly textured, the sculptural ceramic form is thick wi...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Ming Period Ko Akae Chinese Porcelain Dish Kosometsuke Flowers Poem
Antique Ming Period Ko Akae Chinese Porcelain Dish Kosometsuke Flowers Poem

Antique Ming Period Ko Akae Chinese Porcelain Dish Kosometsuke Flowers Poem

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

One of the coolest pieces I have gotten in the last months. Great decoration with added green and red. This piece has the thing that intrigues me a lot. Green color added to baking f...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

20CM Antique Chinese 17C Chongzhen Transitional Chinese Porcelain Tankard
20CM Antique Chinese 17C Chongzhen Transitional Chinese Porcelain Tankard

20CM Antique Chinese 17C Chongzhen Transitional Chinese Porcelain Tankard

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely decorated and large tankard in underglaze blue. With a figural scene. Visible is a literatus in a garden scene with 2 servants. Similar pieces are sold here: Countr...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

Antiquer 17th C Dehua Blanc de Chine Whistles European figure and Cat Dutchman
Antiquer 17th C Dehua Blanc de Chine Whistles European figure and Cat Dutchman

Antiquer 17th C Dehua Blanc de Chine Whistles European figure and Cat Dutchman

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A Shunzhi or Kangxi Blanc de Chine Porcelain European figure in sitting position. Its also a whistle. Blanc de Chine Statues like these were made in the kilns of Dehua in Fujian pro...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain 17th Century Ming period Boys and Bird dish
Antique Chinese Porcelain 17th Century Ming period Boys and Bird dish

Antique Chinese Porcelain 17th Century Ming period Boys and Bird dish

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Sharing with you this lovely little dish from the Late Ming period. Blue and White Porcelain, Tianqi or Chongzhen Period c.1620-1635. The subject is of two young Chinese boys walking...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

Rare Chinese Porcelain Ming Period Kosometsuke Dish OX, ca 1600-1660
Rare Chinese Porcelain Ming Period Kosometsuke Dish OX, ca 1600-1660

Rare Chinese Porcelain Ming Period Kosometsuke Dish OX, ca 1600-1660

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Porcelain dish with underglaze blue. Scene of a lovely Ox or Cow in a landscape. Ming dynasty, Tianqi or Chongzhen period (1621-1644) Additional information: Material: Porcelain & ...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

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

Huifan Jidnan Art Collection in Chinese Edition Hardcover in Slipcase
Huifan Jidnan Art Collection in Chinese Edition Hardcover in Slipcase

Huifan Jidnan Art Collection in Chinese Edition Hardcover in Slipcase

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Huifan Jidnan Art Collection in Chinese Edition Hardcover in Slipcase. Asian Art Calligraphy collection hardcover book in slipcase. Chinese language edition. Condition: Some stains o...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

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Paper

Chinese Ming Buddhist Oil Lamp, c. 1600
Chinese Ming Buddhist Oil Lamp, c. 1600

Chinese Ming Buddhist Oil Lamp, c. 1600

Located in Chicago, IL

This sculptural ceramic object is a Chinese oil lamp from the late Ming dynasty, originally used in altar displays for Buddhist ceremonies and ritual ...

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Early 17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Ceramic

Kosometsuke Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty Shonzui Porcelain Cup, 17th Century
Kosometsuke Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty Shonzui Porcelain Cup, 17th Century

Kosometsuke Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty Shonzui Porcelain Cup, 17th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Beautiful bowl in blue and white. Shonzui marked and style, but 19th c japanese. With matching storage box Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: C...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

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.