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QING STYLE

The last imperial dynasty from 1644 to 1912 was a time of change in China, beginning with the invasion by Manchurian forces that ended the Ming dynasty and established the Shunzhi Emperor. The expansion of exportation and trade that had bolstered the arts during the Ming era continued, as Qing dynasty furniture involved the same attention to craftsmanship with expert construction techniques in hardwood pieces that were assembled with mortise and tenon joints rather than nails or glue. Together, these eras comprise a golden age of Chinese furniture design.

Ming-style furniture is simple and elegant with clean lines. Chairs of the period and other Ming furniture made an impression on Scandinavian modernist Hans Wegner and his streamlined seating, for example. Whereas Qing-style furniture is elaborate, with an increasing influence from the West leading to lavish carving inspired by the European Baroque and Rococo styles. And while many of the forms that define examples of the latter are common within classical Chinese furniture, such as curving and folding chairs as well as large screens, Qing designs are laden with ornamentation. Frequently, the carved motifs and inlaid designs in mother-of-pearl were auspicious, such as peonies for wealth or dragons for luck. Bats were symbols of happiness in the design of Qing furniture, with one of the characters in the word for bat, bianfu, being a homophone for fu, or “fortune.”

While several types of wood were used in the construction of Qing beds, tables, storage pieces and seating, today’s collectors know that the most prized were the rare rosewoods zitan and huanghuali. They were both sourced from Hainan, China’s largest island, and are marked by a rich luster that occurs naturally, without the application of lacquer or other decorative materials. Many of the most popular woods were imported from southeast Asia, adding to their value. Red sandalwood was also sought after for its durability and connection with Chinese medicine, with some chairs being made for health benefits.

Find a collection of antique Qing tea tables, stools, benches, decorative objects and more furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Qing
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
A Very Rare Pair Chinese Kangxi Period Cloisonné Planters w/ Landscape Scene
Located in New York, NY
An Extremely Rare Pair of Chinese Kangxi Period Cloisonné Planters with Landscape Scene. These vessels are formed in deep bowl shapes with recessed, gilt-lined rims and short, slight...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Bronze

Passing Boats And Figure Teabowl And Saucer C 1725, Qing Dynasty Yongzheng Era
Located in seoul, KR
With a medallion of two boats sailing together, passing an island on which a solitary figure stands by or on a bridge, the rim with stone or flower pattern, the reverse glazed cafe-a...
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1720s Vietnamese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Chinese Porcelain Bowl Western Tribute Bearers Camel Marked, 18 Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Fantastic and rare piece of very high quality. Dark cobalt blue colors. 'Shop' type mark to base within a double ring. Pictures in natural light have been added. The exterior is dec...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

18th Century Chinese Elm Four-Door Side Cabinet
Located in San Marino, CA
An 18th century Chinese four-door side cabinet in red lacquer on elmwood. Original hardware in great condition. Overall this piece has wonderfull deep patina to the original Classic ...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Elm

One Blue and White Dish, Yongzheng Period, Qing Dynasty Ex Sotheby's
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
One Blue and White Dish, Yongzheng Period, Qing Dynasty Painted figures on bridge in landscape Diameter: 11.5cm Height: 2cm Provenance: Made in Imperial China Porcelain from the C...
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Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Ceramic, Porcelain

Antique large chinese porcelain blue/white bowl , 18th century
Located in Bilzen, BE
A large chinese porcelain bowl with a fine painted blue/white decoration from the 18th century Perfect condition, UV tested Diameter bowl 20.2 cm Shipping is in double box for secur...
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18th Century Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Three Blue and White Miniature Vases Set, C 1725, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Era
Located in seoul, KR
* Set Item(3 vases) During Yongzheng era, such miniatures were appreciated for their craftsmanship and aesthetic value. They were also often used in scholars' studios as part of the...
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1720s Vietnamese Antique Qing Furniture

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Ceramic

Pair of Antique Kangxi Chinese Porcelain Imari Bowls Porcelain, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nice Pair of Kangxi Bowls Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Emperor: Kangxi (1661-1722) Period: 18th century Decoration Type / Colour: Im...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Qing Period Dish with Flowers Unmarked, 18 C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely porridge plate with flowers. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Plates Category: Blue & White Emperor: Kangxi (1661-1722), Qianlong (1735-1796) Regio...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Chinese Wine Table with Cloud Spandrels, c. 1750
Located in Chicago, IL
Ideal as a console or center table in the modern home, this exquisite 18th-century wine table charms with rounded legs, simple double stretchers, and decorative cloud-form spandrels....
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Elm

Antique Chinese Qianlong Unusual Famille Rose Plate Tree Enamel, 18 Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely and Delicate 18C Chinese Porcelain plate, high quality decoration. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Plates Category: Polychrome Emperor: Kangxi (16...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Jiajing/Wanli Period Chinese Porcelain Dish Charger Floral Swatow Antique, 17 C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Large and very nice Blue and White Charger/Dish from the Jiajin/Wanli Period. Dish on footring, decorated in underglaze blue. In the centre a circle containing a flying crane between cloud...
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17th Century Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Riverscape Blue and White Teabowl, Circa 1725, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Reign.
Located in seoul, KR
The serene landscape and leisure activity of fishing are meticulously captured in cobalt blue on the porcelain's white surface, suggesting the value placed on harmony with the natura...
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1720s Vietnamese Antique Qing Furniture

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Ceramic

#5 Antique Chinese Porcelain 18th C Kangxi Period Blue White Dinner Plates
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Description A very nicely decorated set of plates. Dating to circa 1710-1730 A scene of a garden with pine and rock symbolizing Pine Pine - Song - symbol of endurance and...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Antique Qing Dynasty Rattan Basket with Elm Wood Handle, Rich Patina
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This antique rattan basket, dating back to circa 1790 during the Qing Dynasty, is a stunning example of traditional Chinese craftsmanship. The basket features intricate, tight weavin...
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Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Rattan, Wood, Elm

Famille Rose/Verte Ewer, Qing Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
Beautiful flowers and scenary painted familie rose/verte ceramic ewer from Qing dynasty. Excavated from cargo underwater. This piece is from the early Qing dynasty, and it is not cl...
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17th Century Vietnamese Antique Qing Furniture

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Ceramic

18th Century Chinese Lacquer Tall Tea Table
Located in San Marino, CA
A one of a kind late 18th century Chinese, Qing dynasty black lacquer one door, one drawer tall tea table that has beautifully carved designs in the shelving area just above the draw...
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Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Lacquer

Chest with Thick Red Original Lacquer, Late 18th Century
Located in Kastrup, DK
Chest with thick red original lacquer and very charming patina. "Shanxi" China 1780-1820.
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Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Wood

Chinese Kangxi period small Dish Porcelain fine painted Blue & White, Circa 1700
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a beautifully hand-painted Chinese porcelain blue and white Dish from the Qing, Kangxi period, 1662-1722. The dish is finely potted with an octagonal shape using a clear w...
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Late 17th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Chinese Ca 1690 Kangxi Porcelain Plate Riot of Rotterdam / Kostermann Blue White
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Description A very nice example of the top quality made during the kangxi period. With sublime colors and painting. With the well know and interesting scene the Kostermann riot / Ri...
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17th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Chinese Kangxi Mark & period Plate Porcelain Blue & White flower basket, Ca 1700
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a beautifully hand-painted Chinese porcelain blue and white plate, from the Qing, Kangxi period, 1662-1722. The plate is finely potted with a carefully cut base rim and a lo...
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Late 17th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Very Rare Ewer of a Seated Monkey, C 1725, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Era
Located in seoul, KR
This statue is a representative piece excavated from the Ca Mau shipwreck. It is featured on the cover of the collection book by Dr. Zelnik. Ewer and cover in the form of a seated mo...
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1720s Vietnamese Antique Qing Furniture

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Ceramic

#9 Antique Chinese Porcelain 18th Century Yongzheng/Qianlong Period Blue White
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated set of 5 large plates. Dating to circa 1700-1720 A scene of peony, bamboo, chrysanthemum and rocks Peony Peony - Mu-Dan - Queen of Flowers, the peony...
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Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Antique Rare Chinese 18C Famille Rose Polychrome Decoration Dragon and P
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Dragon and pagoda with a tree. Rare plate. All will be packed neat and sent track and trace airmail with insurance. Packages are always shipped on the next Wednesday. Con...
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

#8 Antique Chinese Porcelain 18th C Kangxi/Yongzheng Period Blue White
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Description A very nicely decorated set of #8 plates. Dating to circa 1710-1730 A scene of three fishes, absolute top quality painting Condition No Hairlines Or Restoration...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Set of 3 Antique Chinese Porcelain Blue White Dinner Plates, 18th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated SET of 3 dishes in Blue and white with a lovely and high quality floral scene Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Color: Blue & White Regio...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Chinese Dynasty Altar Table
Located in New York, NY
Chinese Dynasty Altar table. Monumental Chinese Zen Altar table. Qing Dynasty Zen Altar Table having lions legs with feet holding spheres. This concept o...
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Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Elm

18th Century Chinese Four-Drawer Cedar Square Table with Green Marble
Located in San Marino, CA
Excellent four-drawer cedar square Mahjong table from Shanghai with N. China green bridge wood marble.
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Cedar

Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Plate, Rooster Decor, 18th Century, Qianlong
Located in Bilzen, BE
18th century Chinese porcelain plate, Qianlong period in good condition with a very small chip on the edge Famille rose with a rooster decoration Diameter 22.8 cm, height 2.2 cm Thi...
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

A Fine Early 18th Century Yongzheng Period Chinese Blue & White Porcelain Plate
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The central field decorated with flowering lotus branches & peony flowerheads, rising to a shoulder with a repeating band of geometric leafy designs interspersed by panels with auspi...
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Antique Rare Famille Verte 18th Century Chinese Porcelain Plate
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated plate. Kangxi period Chinese porcelain dish Condition: Overall condition perfect. Size: 227 mmm.       
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Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Chinese Pair Sancai Glazed Mounted Foo Dogs Incense Holder
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very fine pair Chinese Qing sancai glazed pottery dog of Foo incense holder figures dating from the 18/19th century. The figures stand raised on hollow rectangular pierced pedestal altar shaped bases with a draped cloth to the front and back. The figures are well detailed and are modeled, one resting a paw on a ball and the other with a puppy dog. The dogs have their customary open mouths revealing teeth with pierced nostrils and bulging black eyes. The figures support a tall column formed incense stick holder...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Pottery

#6 Antique Chinese Porcelain 18th Century Yongzheng/Qianlong Period Blue White
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated set of 6 plates. Dating to circa 1720-1740 A scene of peony Peony Peony - Mu-Dan - Queen of Flowers, the peony is a emblem of wealth and distinction....
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Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

#8 Antique Chinese Porcelain 18th C Kangxi/Yongzheng Period Blue White Dinner
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated set of #8 plates. Dating to circa 1710-1730 A scene of three fishes, absolute top quality painting Condition NO HAIRLINES OR RESTORATIONS, all with som...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Ancient Gu Shape Blue And White Vase, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Era, Circa 1690
Located in seoul, KR
An attractive gu vase hand painted in cobalt blue with typical kangxi floral painting. Period : Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period Production Date : 1690-1699 Made in : Jingdezhen Destination : Netherland Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Vung Tau ship Reference : Double checked with reference to the original catalogues 1) Christies Amsterdam 1992 - Vung Tau Cargo / Christies 2) Qing Dynasty Export...
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1690s Vietnamese Antique Qing Furniture

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Ceramic, Porcelain

Antique Rare Kangxi Period Chinese Porcelain Dish Amsterdam Bont Parrot
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated cup and saucer. Kangxi period Chinese porcelain small dish, over decorated in the Netherlands. Amsterdams Bont. Condition Ove...
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Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

#5 Antique Chinese Porcelain 18th C Yongzheng Qianlong Period Blue White Dinner
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Description A very nicely decorated set of plates. Dating to circa 1730-1750 A scene of a garden with flower and underglaze anhua carving Condition All dishes with some small...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Chinese Mother of Pearl Mounted Box with Four Boxes and Counters, 18th Century
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An exceptional and rare Chinese mother of pearl mounted games box with four matching interior boxes containing gaming counters and dating from the 18th century. The rectangular shape...
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1770s Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Mother-of-Pearl

Chinese Wine Table with Simple Stretchers, c. 1700
Located in Chicago, IL
Over 300 years ago, in the early Qing dynasty, a furniture maker in China's Hebei province was commissioned in to construct this exquisitely proportioned wine table. A tradition dati...
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Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Elm

18th Century Blue and White Chinese Nanking Cargo and Cafe-au-lai Porcelain Bowl
Located in Brea, CA
An 18th century Chinese Nanking cargo blue and white and cafe -au-lait porcelain bowl, decorated to the interior with sprays of flowers and leaves, with ...
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

A Finely Cast Standing Bronze Figure of Guanyin, 17th / 18th Century
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The finely cast bronze figure of Guanyin - Bodhisattva Goddess of Compassion, Kindness & Mercy. Shown wearing an outer robe finely modelled with cascading folds tied at her waist, h...
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1690s Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Bronze

Important Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty Huang Huali Armchairs
Located in London, by appointment only
A rare pair of late 18th century Chinese Huang Huali armchairs with yoke backs terminating in scrolls and supported by splats and columns, centered around ...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Hardwood

Chinese Qing Dynasty Scholar's Rootwood Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible 18th/19th century Chinese Qing Dynasty Scholar's rootwood stool of wabi-sabi form with naturally formed legs, and a patina only hundreds o...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Wood

Chinese Archaic Style Script Carved Stone Lidded Vessel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An unusual Chinese archaic style script carved lidded stone vessel probably dating from the Qing dynasty or later. The heavily made vessel is made, we believe, from soapstone and com...
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1640s Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Stoneware

18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Dish Blue & White hand painted immortals
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a hand-painted Chinese Export porcelain Dish, which we date to the second half of the 18th century, Qing, Qianlong period, circa 1770, or possibly earlier. The dish is circu...
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

18th Century Chinese Pair of Two-Door Cabinets
Located in San Marino, CA
Very rare pair of black lacquer with cinnabar doors cabinets with handsome cast and carved brass hardware with excellent patina.
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

Large 18th Century Granite Stone Bowl Mortar Planter 9 lb
Located in Somis, CA
From Northern China comes a piece of great antiquity. The exceptionally large 18th century bowl of natural granite, hand cut and carved, in conical form with a round base. Of warm sa...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Granite

One Blue and White Dish, Yongzheng Period, Qing Dynasty Ex Sotheby's
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
One Blue and White Dish, Yongzheng Period, Qing Dynasty Painted figures on bridge in landscape Diameter: 11.5cm Height: 2cm Provenance: Made in Imperial China Porcelain from the C...
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Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Ceramic, Porcelain

Small Chinese Celadon Glazed Porcelain Kendi, Qing Dynasty, 18th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A darling small Chinese celadon glazed kendi, or pouring vessel, mid Qing Dynasty, 18th century, China, for the Southeast Asian market. The diminutive kendi of typical form, with ...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Jiaqing period, 1796–1820 Four-Clawed Gold Couched Dragon Framed Art
Located in Louisville, KY
This pair of gold gilt framed 18th century four-clawed dragons are quite stunning in both artistic composition and technical execution. Created c. 1796, these elegant pieces were mas...
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Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Fabric, Silk, Giltwood

Unusual Kangxi 1662-1722 Chinese Porcelain Dish 'Hob in the Well' Boys
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Chinese blue and white dish with an amazing scene of young boys playing. The scene derives from the famous Hob in the Well story. This is the first time ever we encountered this sce...
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17th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Chinese Yongzheng Rouge De Fer Porcelain Rooster Vase, 1723-1735
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An exceptionally fine and rare Chinese Yongzheng period vase of quatrefoil form decorated with a pair of roosters perched on rocks, surrounded by a pair of large butterflies, insects and sprays of flowers in rouge de fer...
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1740s Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Antique 18/19th c Kangxi Marked Qing period Chinese porcelain Bowl Figures China
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Fabulous quality blue and white porcelain, very thinly potted. Kangxi mark at the base but probably of later Qing Period Great Figural Scene Beautiful piece. Condition 2 clean line...
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17th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Four Chinese Export Famille Rose Botanical Plates, Qianlong Period (1736-1795)
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A very attractive group of four 18th century Chinese export porcelain botanical plates apparently made for the French market, circa 1775. Each plate having a scalloped rim banded wit...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

Early 19th Century Chinese Elm Table
Located in San Marino, CA
A “one of a kind” kang table - otherwise known as either a low table or a chair-level bed- with solid elmwood tabletop and plum feet. The table is originally from Shanxi, China.
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Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Elm

17th Century Chinese Bronze Censer & Cover with Jade Finial Top and Wood Base
Located in New York, NY
A Fantastic and Rare 17th century Chinese Patinated Bronze Censer & Cover with Jade Finial Top and Wood Base. The body of this censor is intricately decorated with Archaistic decoration in hand-chassed relief. The wooden lid is designed with a foliate, leaf-like form, with a gorgeous white jade finial in the shape of a lotus leaf. The gorgeous tripod censer stands...
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1690s Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Bronze

Antique 18C Chinese Porcelain Dish China Figural Mandarin Rose Qianlong Period
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this very nice example of 18th century Mandarin ware. Dating to around 1740. Absolutely top quality scene of the emperor and Falcon Hunt. The pictures show a round...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Porcelain

18th Century Qianlong Jade Bowl On 19th Century Gilt Bronze Stand
Located in London, by appointment only
Magnificent Grand Scale Late 18th Century Qianlong Period Spinach Green Jade Bowl On 19th Century Gilt Bronze Stand By Henri Picard. To have created a sculptural bowl of this excepti...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture

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Jade, Bronze

Qing furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Qing 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, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Qing 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 Wang Hing & Co., Satsuma, Copeland Spode, and Cornelis Pronk. 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 $38 and tops out at $188,800 while the average work can sell for $2,474.

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