Ming Furniture

Pair of Antique Chinese Shiwan Ware Pottery Statue Lamps

A Chinese vintage Ming Dynasty style red lacquer wooden bench from the mid 20th century with A-form base, carved spandrels and distressed finish. Embrace the timeless allure of this ...

Chinese low rectangular coffee table made in walnut. Ming style. A fine and elegant example of classical Chinese furniture in cabinet-maker quality. Jiangsu Province 1860-1880.

Oriental porcelain - Pair of jugs. Chinese Minguo period (1912-1949); green family with oriental figures. Marked. Height: 41 cm

A Late 20th Century South East Ming Style Asian Rosewood Side Table. Measure 17" in width and 14" in depth and 18" in height.

A remarkable pair of large Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) earthenware Imperial roof decorations - ornamental architectural terracotta roof tile beasts. 15th/16th century or earlier, Northern China, most likely Forbidden City, Dongcheng District, Beijing, figural pottery modeled as mythical qilin (foo dog / guardian lion), the crouching beast with legs back and flaming body depicted ready to pounce. Retaining partial remnants of the red wax export seal, indicating they are authentic and were legally exported out of the country. Dimensions: (approx) Largest: 18" Tall, 19" Wide, 8" Deep History: Chinese roof tiles have been a part of Chinese architecture for over 2,000 years. These unique and beautifully crafted tiles have become an integral part of traditional Chinese culture, and have gained international recognition for their beauty and cultural significance. In this article, we will explore the different types of Chinese roof tiles, their construction, cultural significance, preservation and restoration techniques, and modern uses. Chinese imperial roof decorations or roof charms or roof-figures (Chinese: 檐獸/檐兽; pinyin: yán shòu) or "walking beasts" (Chinese: 走獸/走兽; pinyin: zǒu shòu) or "crouching beasts" (Chinese: 蹲獸/蹲兽; pinyin: Dūn shòu) were statutes placed along the ridge line of official buildings of the Chinese empire. Only official buildings (palaces, government buildings, and some temples) were permitted to use such roof decorations. Occasionally arranged in an outward marching procession with various different examples, the number and type indicating the importance of the duties performed within the building or within the courtyard protected by a gate. With a maximum number of nine, the mythical beast was one of the highest in rank, thus modeled set to pounce upon the man and lower ranking creatures, ready to devour them should they stray from performing their duties with faithfulness and rectitude The Design and Construction of Chinese Roofs: The roof design is an important aspect of Chinese architecture, with each component of the roof playing a specific role. Chinese roof tiles fit into the overall design of the roof and are placed on top of wooden supports called purlins. The interlocking system of Chinese roof tiles ensures that they stay in place and prevent leaks. Ridge tiles...

A Ming Dynasty style elmwood wedding chair from circa 1900, with carved panels on the splat, curved arms, and gooseneck front posts. This early 20th-century Ming Dynasty style weddin...

Magnificent box Imperial jewelry box in black lacquered wood decorated with dragons. This wonderful box is lacquered on a black background with patt...

This piece is a small ceramic vessel with a distinctive silhouette modeled after a pomegranate, notable for its full, well-balanced curves. The mouth, reminiscent of the fruit’s caly...

A Chinese vintage side lamp table from the mid 20th century, with horse hoof feet and humpback stretchers. Created in China during the midcentury pe...

Marvel at the exquisite artistry of this carved wood Chinese Ming Dynasty (1368 to 1644) ancestor figure—a captivating depiction of a seated man adorned in the distinguished attire o...

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

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Chinese Ko Sometsuke Wucai porcelain plate from the Ming dynasty Chongzhen period (1628 to 1644) produced specifically for the Japanese market. The porcelai...

An ebonized wood trunk with painted decoration on the front. The center panel with ladies dressed in fine robes in an interior framed by florals. A visiting figure wearing a headdres...

Chinese Ming Style Fahua Meiping Vase. The vase featuring raised lotus plants, carp and grasses emerging from waves, topped with a garland of beaded chains and precious objects aroun...

Asian style cherry five drawer desk with Asian style brass hardware.

Rare pair of large Chinese carved stone foo dog guardian lions. Originated from a house of a mandarin (a public official in the Chinese Empire), located on The Silk Road. Here they were placed in front of the gate, with the gate doors mounted on the base behind the lions. The pair consist of a male with a ball on his back, and a female holding a puppy. The ball represents the world and the puppy represents nature or a nurturing spirit. One stand lightly carved with a horse, the other with a deer. The front of the stand is carved with camel...

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...

Rare Buddhist alter shrine, made in pine wood. Rich on carved figural sceneries. Original polychrome lacquer, beautiful and untouched condition. From Shanxi Province in China.

Sunning pair of vintage porcelain Caledon glaze ginger jar lamps with original shades. These are LARGE lamps with adjustable shade height. As shown 34" tall. Requires 2 standard ligh...

A Ming Dynasty period glazed ceramic Martaban water jar from the 17th century, with tiger motifs and petite handles. Created in China during the 17th century, this Ming Dynasty perio...

Marvelous vintage “Ming Treasures” line yoke back dining chairs by Drexel Heritage composed of gold & silver leaf or “gliver” finished hardwood frames & square foam filled lo...

Stunning chinoiserie chow leg Ming style sofa table with two beveled glass inserts and burl wood inlays. They are attributed to Schnadig Furniture I...

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...

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

Camphor wood trunk with hinged lid, heavily and intricately carved with raised panels of landscapes, trees, pagodas, foliate motifs set against a background of flowers throughout. Th...

A fantastic pair of large Chinese tileworks sancai glazed Buddhistic lions and attendants, late Ming Dynasty, first half of the 17th century, Shanxi, China. Presented on custom 20th century wood and lacquer table-form stands. This pair of lions and attendants portray Buddhist lions...

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

This earthenware bowl from the early Ming dynasty (1368-1644) is cloaked inside and out in a pale celadon glaze with light blue color. Once used daily for food and drink, the bowl is...

A beautiful Ming style console table made by Tomlinson. Made in the mid 20th century. Supporting a rosewood top. Classic elegant silhouette with a touch of flair at the top and at ...

A rare Ming style tall lighted bar cabinet by Century Furniture of Distinction. Upper bifold doors open to reveal a mirrored back with three a...

An attractive carved wood figure of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, known as Guanyin in China, late Ming Dynasty, early 17th century, China. Guanyi...

A pair of 19th century Chinese painted horseshoe back armchairs. Made from elmwood.

Ming musicians (men) 7.75h A set of glazed musicians with drums and trumpets. The base of the sculpture is 2 inches by 2.25 inches - the stand measures 3 inches by 3 inches. Whi...

Mid 20th Century Ebonized Rosewood Ming Style horseshoe back lounge chair. Measures 29.5" in width, 25" in depth and 29" in height. Seat height is 14" and ATM height is 23.5". Seat ...

Oriental porcelain vase. Made of Chinese porcelain; Minguo period (1912-1949). Decorated in shades of blue with oriental figures and vegetal motifs. Marked on the base with Chinese c...

This 1920s Chinese wedding cabinet is an example of an antique lacquered storage piece, likely originating from Fujian, an eastern coastal city known for the distinctive red and blac...

For your consideration is this fabulous pair of vintage Rosewood carved end tables, by George Zee. Stacked Ming style Chinese side table / end tables - hand crafted with kiln dried...

An antique stone-inlaid Chinese stand with two tiers enhanced by open work and hand carved motifs, indicative to these pieces, such as the scroll, ornamental vines and greek key and ...

A striking pair of large Chinese glazed and painted pottery figures, Ming Dynasty (1368 to 1644), circa 16th century, China. The impressive and realistically modeled figures each portrayed standing upright upon a sancai (three color) glazed pedestal of kang table form. The man is dressed in a short black surcoat over a long robe and pants, a smart cap upon his head. His face is warm and welcoming, with wide eyes and a slight smile on his lips. He holds his hands out in front of him, palms up, almost as if shrugging, though presumably originally holding an object or offering, now lost. The woman of slightly smaller stature, and dressed in a longer surcoat over a long robe and skirt. She wears a fitted cap upon her head. Her hands also held out in front, grasping long lost objects. Her face is slightly more severe, with a somewhat pinched look, and slight frown upon her lips. The size of these figures is remarkable, as is the realism and attention to detail, almost as if they were modeled after real people, as opposed to the more common and generic Ming Dynasty pottery...

Lightweight and open, these elegant nanmu shelves are crafted in the Ming style with simplicity of form and thoughtful detail. Tall bookcases such as this were traditionally given pr...

A Chinese Zhangzhou Round Porcelain Lidded Container, 17th Century Provenance: Binh Thuan Shipwreck, Private Australian Collection. Description: The Binh Thuan shipwreck was first ...

Description A MING-STYLE COPPER-RED 'FISH' BOWL by Tsai Hsiao-Fang （1938-2024） Provenance: Collection of a Dutch Diplomat in Taiwan. As most artists focus on one era only, TSAI Hsiao...

Pair of very interesting horse shoe back armchairs, China, circa 1900. Chinese elm with carved decorations on the back and front. Beautiful patina.

A substantial Chinese blue-and-white glazed ceramic figure depicting a dragon-headed being standing in formal court robes upon an oval rockwork base. Measuring 33 inches high and wei...

Elegant pair of Chinese high-backed armchairs in the classic style of the Ming Dynasty, made around 1920. The chairs are characterized by their slender, upright shape and harmoniousl...

The heavily potted dish is molded in the central roundel below the fluted cavetto and the everted rim with lipped edge, and is covered overall with a glaze of sea-green color, except for the unglazed ring on the base. The wood stand is not included with the item. Period: Ming Dynasty (1368~1644) Region: Longquan, China Medium: Celadon Type: Dish Provenance : Acquired in late 1990s from Hongkong Reference : 1) Christies NEW YORK 22–23 MAR 2018 - Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art - Lot 722 2) Sotheby's Paris 11 December 2020 - Arts d'Asie - Lot 8 (Price realised : 4,032 EUR / Type : Closely related) 3) Christies LONDON 21–28 MAY 2020 - The Art of China - Lot 31 (Price realised : 5,250 GBP / Type : Closely related) * Ming Dynasty Longquan Celadon Longquan celadon from the Ming Dynasty typically exhibits a more robust and heavier stoneware body compared to its Song Dynasty predecessors. The Ming era saw an evolution in celadon glaze, achieving a wider spectrum of green hues, from olive to bluish-greens. Ming celadons...

A very nicely potted and painted kraak plate of a desirable cobalt blue! Stunning piece with beautiful and typical landscape scene. Visible is a grasshopper on a rock Moulded in the ...

A striking pair of chinoiserie-style horseshoe-back armchairs, rich with sculptural presence and timeless elegance. Their glossy black frames curve gracefully from back to armrest in...

An Asian influenced bench by top-quality furniture maker Century Furniture, from their "Chin Hua" line designed by Raymond K Sobota. Clear lacquered hardwood in a classic Ming design...

The Design & Form: This elegant Guanyin zun by Shi Jie Weng takes its name from a classic Chinese vase form known for its graceful silhouette, with a flared mouth, full shoulders...

A Ming dynasty period glazed terracotta funeral table mingqi from 15th-16th century with food and drinks. Created during the Ming Dynasty, this glazed terracotta funeral table, known...

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...

Vintage Chinese Solid Elm Daybed with Handwoven Cane Top A beautifully crafted vintage Chinese daybed showcasing exceptional solid wood construction and timeless Asian design. Exper...

A very nicely decorated large dish from around 1580-1630. Heavy and larger sized piece with beautiful decoration in red and green Similar piece in the literature, see pictures. Cond...

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

Potted in a balanced baluster form with a gently flared mouth and a stable foot, this vase presents a calm and harmonious silhouette. Animal-form handles holding looped rings add scu...

A rare 16-17th cenury Ming Dynasty standing table screen. Untoched original condition. Hand carved wood, the panel is carved with relief details depicting a dragon, cranes, mythical...

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

A Large and Rare Chinese 18th-Century or possibly earlier Patinated Bronze Bust of Guanyin This large Patinated Bronze Bust represents Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, portra...