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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.

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Style: Ming
Antique Ming Kosometsuke Chinese Porcelain Dish Literati Hongwu Marked
Antique Ming Kosometsuke Chinese Porcelain Dish Literati Hongwu Marked

Antique Ming Kosometsuke Chinese Porcelain Dish Literati Hongwu Marked

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A chinese Tianqi period, 17th century dish, Jingdezhen Kilns. Diameter: 17 CM This porcelain dish is depicting motif of Coin 洪武通宝 Hong Wu Tong Bao (coin of Emperor Hongwu) and auspi...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

Rare and Unusual Antique Kashgar Rug with Mughal Pattern
Rare and Unusual Antique Kashgar Rug with Mughal Pattern

Rare and Unusual Antique Kashgar Rug with Mughal Pattern

Located in Milan, IT

A very rare small format, very finely knotted antique rug from the oasis of Kashgar, located in eastern Turkestan. Distinguished by a unique soft red background and by an all-over pattern consisting of a trellis containing a directional floral blossom motif characteristic of the Indian Mughal Dynasty...

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Early 19th Century East Turkestani Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Wool

Pair of Ming Dynasty Bowls with Pattern of Interlocking Hexagons
Pair of Ming Dynasty Bowls with Pattern of Interlocking Hexagons

Pair of Ming Dynasty Bowls with Pattern of Interlocking Hexagons

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of Ming Dynasty Bowls with Pattern of Interlocking Hexagons, Wanli period (1572-1620). This handsome pair of bowls with a slightly fluted rim features an outer pattern of hexago...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

Antique 16C Chinese Porcelain Phoenix Fenghuang Dish Cloud Motif Marked
Antique 16C Chinese Porcelain Phoenix Fenghuang Dish Cloud Motif Marked

Antique 16C Chinese Porcelain Phoenix Fenghuang Dish Cloud Motif Marked

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely decorated Plate, 4th quarter 16th century. Small dish on footring, wide flat rim. Decorated in underglaze blue with a striding phoenix in schematically rendered landscape with a cloud motif. The sides and rim are undecorated. On the base a mark in seal script, possibly shou (long life) Pictured in: A Selection from the Collection of Oriental Ceramics...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

Ming Dynasty Bronze Gu Beaker Vase
Ming Dynasty Bronze Gu Beaker Vase

Ming Dynasty Bronze Gu Beaker Vase

Located in Dallas, TX

Chinese bronze vase, Gu, the trumpet-shaped upper section cast with four blades filled with archaic designs. Center and lower sections depicting Toadies with very intricate backgroun...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Bronze

Antique Chinese Porcelain Hatcher Cargo Kraak Ghendi porcelain South China
Antique Chinese Porcelain Hatcher Cargo Kraak Ghendi porcelain South China

Antique Chinese Porcelain Hatcher Cargo Kraak Ghendi porcelain South China

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Sharing with you this very nicely decorated kraak Ghendi with a geometrical decoration. The piece was part of the Hatcher Collection. Auctioned by Christies Amsterdam in 1984. It is in very good condition. The Hatcher Junk...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Late Ming or Transitional Plate Fisherman Turtle
Antique Chinese Porcelain Late Ming or Transitional Plate Fisherman Turtle

Antique Chinese Porcelain Late Ming or Transitional Plate Fisherman Turtle

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A Blue & White Ko-sometsuke plate with a Fisherman trying to catch a turtle. very unusual Ko-Sometsuke plate! Catching a Turttle which was well known to live for a very long time, ha...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

Pair of Armchairs "Official Back", circa 1840
Pair of Armchairs "Official Back", circa 1840

Pair of Armchairs "Official Back", circa 1840

Located in Kastrup, DK

Pair of "Official Back" armchairs. In Chinese "Yoku Back" Untouched made in elm wood, burgundy lacquer and natural age-related patina with clear lacquer as surface finish. Called "...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Elm

Antique Chinese Porcelain Dish Swatow Flower and Fenghuang, 16/17th Century
Antique Chinese Porcelain Dish Swatow Flower and Fenghuang, 16/17th Century

Antique Chinese Porcelain Dish Swatow Flower and Fenghuang, 16/17th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely decorated large dish from around 1600-1630. The robustly potted rounded sides rising from a short tapering foot to an everted rim, brightly decorated in Red and green w...

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17th Century Asian Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

Tianqi Kosometsuke Antique Chinese Porcelain 17c Ming Dynasty Ni Zan
Tianqi Kosometsuke Antique Chinese Porcelain 17c Ming Dynasty Ni Zan

Tianqi Kosometsuke Antique Chinese Porcelain 17c Ming Dynasty Ni Zan

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Sharing with you this beautiful dish Visible is a typically painted scene for this period. Mountain landscape with bamboo and clouds house in the right centre. The shape is very nice...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

Vintage Teak Wood Low Table with Scalloped Apron and Hoof Feet
Vintage Teak Wood Low Table with Scalloped Apron and Hoof Feet

Vintage Teak Wood Low Table with Scalloped Apron and Hoof Feet

Located in Yonkers, NY

This vintage low table exudes quiet elegance through its balanced proportions and time-softened teak wood. Likely crafted in the mid-20th century, the piece features a square top wit...

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Mid-20th Century Thai Ming Furniture

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Teak

Antique Jiajing/Wanli Period Chinese Porcelain Dish Charger Floral Swatow
Antique Jiajing/Wanli Period Chinese Porcelain Dish Charger Floral Swatow

Antique Jiajing/Wanli Period Chinese Porcelain Dish Charger Floral Swatow

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Large and very nice Blue and White Charger/Dish from the Jiajin/Wanli Period. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Emperor: Wanli (1572-1620...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Interlocking Ring Stone Table, c. 1600
Chinese Interlocking Ring Stone Table, c. 1600

Chinese Interlocking Ring Stone Table, c. 1600

Located in Chicago, IL

Created over 400 years ago, this low table from the late Ming/early Qing dynasty was carved by hand from a single block of limestone. The table has aprons carved with interlocking rings...

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Early 17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Limestone

Antique Chinese Porcelain Serving Dish Lotus, 17C Ming Dynasty
Antique Chinese Porcelain Serving Dish Lotus, 17C Ming Dynasty

Antique Chinese Porcelain Serving Dish Lotus, 17C Ming Dynasty

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Beautiful serving dish in blue and white with central a reverse decorated floral lotus scene, the walls with branches and the border with geometric design. The base has a six charact...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed Wood Horseman
Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed Wood Horseman

Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed Wood Horseman

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, an antique Chinese Ming Dynasty hand carved glazed wood horse with rider. Dimensions: 22' H x 22" W x 5.5" D Delivery withi...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Ceramic

Late 20th Ming Style Indonesian Dining Armed Chairs Natural Teak w/ Black Seats
Late 20th Ming Style Indonesian Dining Armed Chairs Natural Teak w/ Black Seats

Late 20th Ming Style Indonesian Dining Armed Chairs Natural Teak w/ Black Seats

Located in Topeka, KS

Lovely vintage Ming style Indonesian dining armed chairs comprised of natural teak frames & upholstered drop in seats. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and...

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Late 20th Century Indonesian Ming Furniture

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Canvas, Teak

Chinese Ming Celadon Lotus Bowl, c. 1550
Chinese Ming Celadon Lotus Bowl, c. 1550

Chinese Ming Celadon Lotus Bowl, c. 1550

Located in Chicago, IL

This earthenware bowl from the late Ming dynasty (1368-1644) is cloaked inside and out in an ashen celadon glaze, fired with cool grey color and fine crazing. Once used daily for foo...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Earthenware

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

Chinese Ming Celadon Oil Bottle, c. 1500

Located in Chicago, IL

This petite ceramic vessel is a Ming-dynasty (1368-1644) bottle originally used for storing cooking oil or condiments. Dated to the 15th/16th century, the bottle has a gracefully cur...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Earthenware

Vintage Chinese Ming Style Side Chair, Handcrafted in Hong Kong, 1950
Vintage Chinese Ming Style Side Chair, Handcrafted in Hong Kong, 1950

Vintage Chinese Ming Style Side Chair, Handcrafted in Hong Kong, 1950

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Asian Chinese Ming style side chair in solid wood. Handcrafted in Hong Kong. Great to use as en entry chair, side chair or office chair. Very g...

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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Ming Furniture

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Wood

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

Chinese Ming Iron 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 iron underglaze in a manner typical of the region. Dated to the 15th/1...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Earthenware

Large Cobalt Blue Serving Hot Water charger Chinese porcelain Arch of Noah
Large Cobalt Blue Serving Hot Water charger Chinese porcelain Arch of Noah

Large Cobalt Blue Serving Hot Water charger Chinese porcelain Arch of Noah

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Ready for dinner guys?⁠ ⁠ We would like to describe this piece as a hot water serving charger. We all know the hot water dishes but a piece of this size is quite unique, even though ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

Pair Of Asian Wooden Abacus Form Table Lamps
Pair Of Asian Wooden Abacus Form Table Lamps

Pair Of Asian Wooden Abacus Form Table Lamps

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Each lamp is constructed of two fine wood abacuses attached in T shapes with brass mounts and repurposed as table lamps. They are mounted on scalloped wood bases with incurved feet. ...

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20th Century Asian Ming Furniture

Materials

Metal

Antique Chinese Hongzhi or Zhengde Dish Fish, 15th/16th Century
Antique Chinese Hongzhi or Zhengde Dish Fish, 15th/16th Century

Antique Chinese Hongzhi or Zhengde Dish Fish, 15th/16th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely decorated and highly unusual dish from the 15th/16th century. The dish is beautifully designed with a beautiful fish in the centre. 9-1-23-1-1 Additional information:...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

Antique Ming Dynasty Style Side Table with Humpback Stretcher and Brown Patina
Antique Ming Dynasty Style Side Table with Humpback Stretcher and Brown Patina

Antique Ming Dynasty Style Side Table with Humpback Stretcher and Brown Patina

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique Ming Dynasty style wooden side table from the early 20th century, with humpbacked stretcher and cylindrical legs. This Ming Dynasty style wooden side table from the early ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

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Wood

Ming Dynasty Style 19th Century Red Rose Console Cabinet with Everted Flanges
Ming Dynasty Style 19th Century Red Rose Console Cabinet with Everted Flanges

Ming Dynasty Style 19th Century Red Rose Console Cabinet with Everted Flanges

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Ming Dynasty style red rose butterfly console cabinet from the 19th century, with everted flanges, double doors and carved panels. Step into the world of ancient elegance with this...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Bronze

1970s American Of Martinsville Burl Queen Anne Style Writing Table
1970s American Of Martinsville Burl Queen Anne Style Writing Table

1970s American Of Martinsville Burl Queen Anne Style Writing Table

By American of Martinsville

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is a burl writing table with Queen Anne styling. It has heavy brass hardware and is marked on the inside. It opens two nice storage drawers. Manufactured by American of Martinsv...

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Late 20th Century American Ming Furniture

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Brass

Antique Chinese Porcelain 17th C Kosometsuke Umbrella Romantic Meeting Plate
Antique Chinese Porcelain 17th C Kosometsuke Umbrella Romantic Meeting Plate

Antique Chinese Porcelain 17th C Kosometsuke Umbrella Romantic Meeting Plate

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely decorated kosometsuke plate with a rare scene suggesting an secret romantic meeting, a lady and umbrella-bearing gentleman closely together beneath a long overhanging p...

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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

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Earthenware

Rare antique Ming Dynasty Period Painting With Flowers
Rare antique Ming Dynasty Period Painting With Flowers

Rare antique Ming Dynasty Period Painting With Flowers

Located in Kastrup, DK

Large Ming dynasty period painting, China 1365-1644. Oil or tempera painted on thin canvas (or silk), mounted on wood. The painting displays a vase of...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Canvas, Wood

Chinese Ming Style Bronze Metal Seated Buddha
Chinese Ming Style Bronze Metal Seated Buddha

Chinese Ming Style Bronze Metal Seated Buddha

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Diminutive Chinese bronze metal Buddha sculpture depicted sitting. Beautifully crafted in the Ming style with intricate details. The bronze has a rich pat...

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20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Rice Bowl, c. 1550
Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Rice Bowl, c. 1550

Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Rice Bowl, c. 1550

Located in Chicago, IL

This Ming-dynasty (1368-1644) bowl is attributed to the kilns of Yunnan province, painted in dark cobalt underglaze with flower blossoms and sweeping brushstrokes. Dated to the 15th/...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Earthenware

Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Wine Vessel, c. 1550
Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Wine Vessel, c. 1550

Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Wine Vessel, c. 1550

Located in Chicago, IL

This delicate ceramic bottle is a Ming-dynasty (1368-1644) vessel originally used for serving rice wine or spirits. The gracefully curved form is known as a yuhuchunping, or pear-sha...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Earthenware

Fine Older Chinese Robe Rack in Cinnabar Paint
Fine Older Chinese Robe Rack in Cinnabar Paint

Fine Older Chinese Robe Rack in Cinnabar Paint

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A fine vintage robe rack with generous proportions having a good traditional form. There are two carved dragon head top elements that are powerfully carved, ...

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20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Wood

Petit Chinese Ming Dynasty 17th Century Terracotta Granary with Verdigris Patina
Petit Chinese Ming Dynasty 17th Century Terracotta Granary with Verdigris Patina

Petit Chinese Ming Dynasty 17th Century Terracotta Granary with Verdigris Patina

Located in Yonkers, NY

A 17th century Chinese Ming Dynasty granary hand made from terracotta with a verdigris patina. This exquisite 17th century Chinese Ming Dynasty granary, meticulously handcrafted from...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Terracotta

Large Wood Sculpture of Boddhisatva Head Ming Dynasty
Large Wood Sculpture of Boddhisatva Head Ming Dynasty

Large Wood Sculpture of Boddhisatva Head Ming Dynasty

Located in Atlanta, GA

Large antique Chinese carved wood sculpture of a Boddhisattva head circa 16-17th century from Ming Dynasty. Likely part of a full body life-size statue, the head was finely carved, p...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Wood

Ming Dynasty Style Red Lacquered Console Table with Gilt Accents, Carved Apron
Ming Dynasty Style Red Lacquered Console Table with Gilt Accents, Carved Apron

Ming Dynasty Style Red Lacquered Console Table with Gilt Accents, Carved Apron

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique Chinese Ming Dynasty style red lacquered altar console table from the 19th century, with everted flanges, carved apron and gilt accents. Born in China during the 19th cent...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Wood

Antique Ming 1600-1644 Chinese Porcelain Wanli / Tianqi Kraak FROG scene Plate
Antique Ming 1600-1644 Chinese Porcelain Wanli / Tianqi Kraak FROG scene Plate

Antique Ming 1600-1644 Chinese Porcelain Wanli / Tianqi Kraak FROG scene Plate

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A Chinese blue and white porcelain Dish of beautiful shape and design. With a stunning frog scene Early 17th century, marked at base. Condition 1 small filled fritspot to rim and ...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

Rare Chinese Porcelain Ming Period Kosometsuke Plates Boat & Fisher, ca1600-1660
Rare Chinese Porcelain Ming Period Kosometsuke Plates Boat & Fisher, ca1600-1660

Rare Chinese Porcelain Ming Period Kosometsuke Plates Boat & Fisher, ca1600-1660

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Porcelain dish with underglaze blue lake scene. Visible is a figure in a boat who seems to be a fisherman but is also playing the flute. Another figure is sitting in pagode which is ...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

A Chinese blue and white porcelain Dish of beautiful shape and design. With a st
A Chinese blue and white porcelain Dish of beautiful shape and design. With a st

A Chinese blue and white porcelain Dish of beautiful shape and design. With a st

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A Chinese blue and white porcelain Dish of beautiful shape and design. With a stunning waterfall scene. Early 17th century, marked at base. Condition kintsugi restored spot at rima...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

Liu Hai Kosometsuke Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty Plate Porcelain, 16/17th C
Liu Hai Kosometsuke Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty Plate Porcelain, 16/17th C

Liu Hai Kosometsuke Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty Plate Porcelain, 16/17th C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Beautiful dish in blue and white. This is a Jingdezhen made dish made for the Japanese market. Kosometsuke. Central scene of Liu Hai and the toad. No mark Ad...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Wine Vessel, c. 1500
Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Wine Vessel, c. 1500

Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Wine Vessel, 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 gracefully curved form is known as a yuhuchunping, or pear-shape...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Earthenware

Ming Dynasty Style Scholar's Lamp-Hanger Chair with Rattan Inset Seat and Back
Ming Dynasty Style Scholar's Lamp-Hanger Chair with Rattan Inset Seat and Back

Ming Dynasty Style Scholar's Lamp-Hanger Chair with Rattan Inset Seat and Back

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Ming Dynasty style antique scholar's chair from the early 20th century, with inset rattan back splat and seat. This Ming Dynasty style scholar's chair from the early 20th century e...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

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Rattan, Wood

Custom Green and White Ming Trail Decorative Linen Throw Pillow Cover
Custom Green and White Ming Trail Decorative Linen Throw Pillow Cover

Custom Green and White Ming Trail Decorative Linen Throw Pillow Cover

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Custom made beautiful modern linen decorative pillow. Ming Trail fabric in green color on white. Ming Trail is a popular pattern in the Dynasty collection. Ming Trail is a modern, ba...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Ming Furniture

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Linen

Unusual 17th C. Chinese Porcelain Ming Period Square Dish Turquoise Bird Flowers
Unusual 17th C. Chinese Porcelain Ming Period Square Dish Turquoise Bird Flowers

Unusual 17th C. Chinese Porcelain Ming Period Square Dish Turquoise Bird Flowers

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Sharing with you this lovely and unusual square serving dish from the late Ming period. Jingdezhen made for the Japanese market, Ming dynasty, Tianqi or Chongzhen period (1621-1644)....

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Oil Bottle, c. 1500
Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Oil Bottle, c. 1500

Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Oil Bottle, c. 1500

Located in Chicago, IL

This elegant ceramic vessel is a Ming-dynasty (1368-1644) bottle originally used for storing oil or sauces. Dated to the 15th/16th century, the small bottle has a gracefully curved f...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Earthenware

Antique Chinese Porcelain 17th C Kosometsuke Literati City Kosometsuke
Antique Chinese Porcelain 17th C Kosometsuke Literati City Kosometsuke

Antique Chinese Porcelain 17th C Kosometsuke Literati City Kosometsuke

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description A very nicely decorated kosometsuke plate with a rare scene of a scholar and attendant reaching a city. The lower boats shows some fishermen in boats and waves. The border has fans and geometric designs. Underglaze blue enamels. Keeping save Box included Symbolism A traveller in a...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

16th Century Pottery Model of a Folding Chair, Ming dynasty
16th Century Pottery Model of a Folding Chair, Ming dynasty

16th Century Pottery Model of a Folding Chair, Ming dynasty

Located in seoul, KR

This piece is an example of Mingqi, items specifically crafted for burial to accompany the deceased into the afterlife. The terracotta army is the most renowned example of such buria...

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16th Century Hong Kong Antique Ming Furniture

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Pottery

Exceptional Lacquered Chinese Console Table
Exceptional Lacquered Chinese Console Table

Exceptional Lacquered Chinese Console Table

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A finely constructed classic Asian console table with peg construction and handsome graining with a particularly brilliant polished lacquer finish. A fine long table with banded top ...

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20th Century Asian Ming Furniture

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Wood

Antique Chinese Porcelain Ming/Transitional Dish Green Glaze Carved, 17th C
Antique Chinese Porcelain Ming/Transitional Dish Green Glaze Carved, 17th C

Antique Chinese Porcelain Ming/Transitional Dish Green Glaze Carved, 17th C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely decorated plate with beautiful Green Glaze and a carved underglaze scene of flowers. Possibly Dated to the late Ming or transitional pe...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

Massive And Magnificent Antique Chinese Basket As Cocktail Table
Massive And Magnificent Antique Chinese Basket As Cocktail Table

Massive And Magnificent Antique Chinese Basket As Cocktail Table

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A rare and extraordinary Antique octagonal Carry Basket thoughtfully re-purposed as a Cocktail Table. Once likely used for linen or clothing storage, the Basket retains its capacity ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

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Brass

Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Oil Bottle, c. 1500
Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Oil Bottle, c. 1500

Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Oil Bottle, c. 1500

Located in Chicago, IL

This elegant ceramic vessel is a Ming-dynasty (1368-1644) bottle originally used for storing oil or sauces. Dated to the 15th/16th century, the bottle has a gracefully curved form kn...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Earthenware

Antique Wanli Ming Chinese Porcelain Kraak Plate 2 Deers Classic Design
Antique Wanli Ming Chinese Porcelain Kraak Plate 2 Deers Classic Design

Antique Wanli Ming Chinese Porcelain Kraak Plate 2 Deers Classic Design

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely potted and painted kraak plate of a desirable quality. Stunning piece with beautiful and classical scene. Absolute top Quality kraak ware Condition some fleebites to ...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Storage Jar, c. 1500
Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Storage Jar, c. 1500

Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Storage Jar, c. 1500

Located in Chicago, IL

Warped by fire and eroded by time, this ceramic storage jar from Yunnan province is a testament to the wabi-sabi beauty of provincial Chinese pottery. Dated to the 15th/16th century,...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Earthenware

Antique Chongzhen / Shunzhi Period Chinese Porcelain Blue & White  TeaPot
Antique Chongzhen / Shunzhi Period Chinese Porcelain Blue & White  TeaPot

Antique Chongzhen / Shunzhi Period Chinese Porcelain Blue & White TeaPot

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Sharing with you this fantastic and large pot from the Transitional period. At first hand we thought it was a teapot but possibly this was also used a a wine pot, not sure. The paint...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

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Porcelain

Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Oil Bottle, c. 1550
Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Oil Bottle, c. 1550

Chinese Ming Cobalt Brushed Oil Bottle, c. 1550

Located in Chicago, IL

This elegant ceramic vessel is a Ming-dynasty (1368-1644) bottle originally used for storing oil or sauces. Dated to the 15th/16th century, the bottle has a gracefully curved form kn...

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16th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

Antique Chinese Porcelain Serving Dish Ming Dynasty, 17C
Antique Chinese Porcelain Serving Dish Ming Dynasty, 17C

Antique Chinese Porcelain Serving Dish Ming Dynasty, 17C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Beautiful serving dish in blue and white with central a reverse decorated floral lotus scene, the walls with branches and the border with geometric design. The base has a six charact...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

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

Antique Ming Period Xieyi Kosometsuke Landscape Chinese Porcelain Kaiseki Dish

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely potted and painted blue and white Kosometsuke Kaiseki dish plate of a desirable cobalt blue! Stunning piece with design of a landscape in the style of the yuan painter ...

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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.