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Qing Demi-lune Tables

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
Pair of Qing Dynasty Black Lacquered Demilune Console Tables Ore Center table
Located in Kastrup, DK
A pair of decorative Chinese Qing dynasty half-round console tables, also known as demilune tables. These tables can be used individually or combined to form a circular center table....
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Demi-lune Tables

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Walnut

Pair Demilune Console Tables 19th century
Located in New York, NY
19th century Demi Lune Pair of Tables. Nice pair of 19th century Qing Dynasty Demi Lune Tables. In black lacquer, aprons with red lacquer and gilt ado...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Demi-lune Tables

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Wood

Pair of 19th century red lacquer Chinese demi lune tables
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of 19th century red lacquer Chinese demi lune tables circa 1880. These tables work as a pair of demi lune tables and stand back to back, slotting together to form a center tabl...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Demi-lune Tables

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Hardwood, Lacquer

Demi lune Table In Cognac / Reddish Lacquer
Located in Kastrup, DK
A decorative Demi lune console table In Elm wood with a beautiful cognac / reddish Lacquer. From the Chinese Shanxi Province c 1820 - 1840.
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Demi-lune Tables

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Elm

Antique Chinese Demilune Lacquered Table Late Qing Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Chinese demilune console table circa second half of 19th century (the late Qing dynasty; 1644-1912). Made in pair always, the D shaped table was so named because it resembles half-...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Demi-lune Tables

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Wood

Pair of "Basket of Plenty" Demi Lune Tables, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Named for their half moon shape, demi-lune tables such as this were designed to sit against a wall, displaying precious objects, flowers and porcelains. Crafted in 19th-century China...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Demi-lune Tables

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Wood, Lacquer

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Maroon Lacquered Demilunes
Located in San Marino, CA
Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty demilune tables made in the 19th century. Covered in deep maroon lacquer and featuring delicate relief-carved scrolls along the apron, intricate pierced ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Demi-lune Tables

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Wood

19th Century Wooden Demilune Table with Carved Mythical Creatures
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Qing Dynasty period wooden demilune table from the 19th century with carved apron and mythical creatures on the legs. This Qing Dynasty period wooden demilune table, hailing from t...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Demi-lune Tables

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Wood

Pair of Chinese Hardwood Carved Demilune Tables
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome pair of Chinese hardwood carved side tables or end tables having a demilune form. Each four legged table is mounted to a conforming base wit...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Demi-lune Tables

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19th Century Chinese Elmwood Demilune Table with Woven Rattan Top
Located in Austin, TX
A simple and elegant Chinese demilune table in elmwood. Slight cabriole legs extend from a waisted apron with a decoration of low relief carved vines. The top features an inset woven...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Demi-lune Tables

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Rattan, Wood

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Qing demi-lune tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Qing demi-lune tables for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Early 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage demi-lune tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Qing demi-lune tables made in a specific country, there are Asia, China, and East Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 demi-lune tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,345 and tops out at $7,000 while the average work can sell for $3,875.

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