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Ming Tables

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
Antique Ming Style Tea Table
Antique Ming Style Tea Table

Antique Ming Style Tea Table

Located in Bradenton, FL

An antique Ming style “tea table”. Square with a single drawer that opens with a halfmoon shaped cup drawer pull. A serpentine skirt tops straight square legs that support a mid-heig...

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Early 20th Century Ming Tables

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Wood

18th Century Ming Scroll Console Table
18th Century Ming Scroll Console Table

18th Century Ming Scroll Console Table

Located in San Marino, CA

A Ming period single piece elm top scroll end altar table. Originally from Shanxi, China.

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18th Century Chinese Antique Ming Tables

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Elm

Fine Jumu Console Table with Drawers
Fine Jumu Console Table with Drawers

Fine Jumu Console Table with Drawers

Located in Greenwich, CT

Fine Jumu wood console table with four drawers and brass fitting. Simple and elegant form. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has been appeared many times in "...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables

Materials

Wood

Asian Wood and Marble Drinks Table or Plant Stand, Small
Asian Wood and Marble Drinks Table or Plant Stand, Small

Asian Wood and Marble Drinks Table or Plant Stand, Small

Located in New York, NY

A Chinese carved hardwood drinks table or plant stand with a rose marble top, early-20th century, China. Piece is a rich dark brown carved hardwood with ball and claw feet and a rose...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables

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Marble

Ming Goatskin Side Table by Jimeco Ltda, Brown, Curved Legs, Colombia
Ming Goatskin Side Table by Jimeco Ltda, Brown, Curved Legs, Colombia

Ming Goatskin Side Table by Jimeco Ltda, Brown, Curved Legs, Colombia

By Jimeco ltda

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This Ming side table has its unique look due to the brown white goatskin material. The curved legs as well as the detailed sides show the high level of craftsmanship of this unique p...

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20th Century Colombian Ming Tables

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Goatskin

Pair South East Asian Hardwood Octagonal Side Tables With Storage, Iron Mounts
Pair South East Asian Hardwood Octagonal Side Tables With Storage, Iron Mounts

Pair South East Asian Hardwood Octagonal Side Tables With Storage, Iron Mounts

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair of Southeast Asian octagonal hard wood side tables with wonderful black iron mounts. The tops lift up for storage. a very handsome pair of side tables that double as a place to ...

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Mid-20th Century Southeast Asian Ming Tables

Materials

Iron

Fine Jumu Low Table
Fine Jumu Low Table

Fine Jumu Low Table

Located in Greenwich, CT

Fine Jumu low table / coffee table. Table top is 46" wide 23" deep, from outside edge of legs is 49 1/2" wide 27" deep, 18" height. We carry f...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables

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Wood

1970s, Ming Style One Drawer Side Tables with Protective Glass Tops, a Pair
1970s, Ming Style One Drawer Side Tables with Protective Glass Tops, a Pair

1970s, Ming Style One Drawer Side Tables with Protective Glass Tops, a Pair

Located in Germantown, MD

A pair of 1970s Ming style one drawer side tables with protective glass tops in very good vintage condition. 100% All real hard wood. Rock solid pieces. Protective Smoke glass tops.

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Ming Tables

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Rosewood

Asian Solid Wood Ming Style Coffee Table Bench
Asian Solid Wood Ming Style Coffee Table Bench

Asian Solid Wood Ming Style Coffee Table Bench

Located in Somis, CA

Beautiful solid wood table finished all around. Top is of mitered, tenon and mortise, solid single board floating panel construction. Cinched waist and 4 hoof feet legs. A pair of ve...

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2010s Chinese Ming Tables

Materials

Wood

Cube Stone Top Table
Cube Stone Top Table

Cube Stone Top Table

Located in New York, NY

Cube table with inset antique street stone tops. Solid Elm wood with an Antique street stone set into the top. Minimalist design that originated in the Ming Dynasty. Color dark bro...

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1980s Chinese Vintage Ming Tables

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Cast Stone

Pair Southeast Asian All-Sides Carved Fruitwood Two-Part Side Table Cabinets
Pair Southeast Asian All-Sides Carved Fruitwood Two-Part Side Table Cabinets

Pair Southeast Asian All-Sides Carved Fruitwood Two-Part Side Table Cabinets

Located in Germantown, MD

A Pair Southeast Asian all sides Carved Fruitwood Two-Part Side Table Cabinets with glass top. Measures measure 20" in width x 20" in depth x 23" in height. Cabinets inside measureme...

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20th Century Hong Kong Ming Tables

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Fruitwood

Pair of Sarreid Ltd. Brass Asian & Campaign Style Side Tables or Coffee Table
Pair of Sarreid Ltd. Brass Asian & Campaign Style Side Tables or Coffee Table

Pair of Sarreid Ltd. Brass Asian & Campaign Style Side Tables or Coffee Table

By Sarreid Ltd.

Located in Kennesaw, GA

These Sarreid Ltd. side table date to the 1970s. They are unique in that they combine low profile modern styling with Asian and campaign influences. They are marked. The tables have ...

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1970s Spanish Vintage Ming Tables

Materials

Brass

Ming Style Rosewood Coffee Table with Rectangular Glass Inset Top Made in China
Ming Style Rosewood Coffee Table with Rectangular Glass Inset Top Made in China

Ming Style Rosewood Coffee Table with Rectangular Glass Inset Top Made in China

Located in Topeka, KS

Marvelous vintage Ming style rosewood coffee table with rectangular glass inset top, made in China. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Ming Tables

Materials

Glass, Rosewood

Late 20th Century Ming Style Asian Rosewood Side Table
Late 20th Century Ming Style Asian Rosewood Side Table

Late 20th Century Ming Style Asian Rosewood Side Table

Located in Germantown, MD

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

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Late 20th Century Thai Ming Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Rosewood

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 Tables

Materials

Elm

Southeast Asian All-Sides Carved Fruitwood Octogonal Side Table Cabinet
Southeast Asian All-Sides Carved Fruitwood Octogonal Side Table Cabinet

Southeast Asian All-Sides Carved Fruitwood Octogonal Side Table Cabinet

Located in Germantown, MD

A Southeast Asian All-Sides Carved Fruitwood Octogonal Side Table Cabinet with glass top. Removable shelf Measures 22" in width x 22" in depth x 21.25" in height.

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20th Century Hong Kong Ming Tables

Materials

Fruitwood

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 Tables

Materials

Wood

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 Tables

Materials

Glass, Rosewood

Pair of Jumu End Tables
Pair of Jumu End Tables

Pair of Jumu End Tables

$1,920Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of Jumu End Tables

Located in Greenwich, CT

Jumu wood end tables.

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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Ming Tables

Materials

Wood

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 Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Jumu Square Side Table
Jumu Square Side Table

Jumu Square Side Table

$1,950Sale Price|22% Off

Jumu Square Side Table

Located in Greenwich, CT

Jumu wood square side table with relief carving on apron and stretchers on hoof feet. Price is for the table only.

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Ming Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Low Kang Coffee Table with Carved Scrolls and Chow Legs
Vintage Low Kang Coffee Table with Carved Scrolls and Chow Legs

Vintage Low Kang Coffee Table with Carved Scrolls and Chow Legs

Located in Yonkers, NY

A vintage Chinese Ming style low Kang coffee table from Java, with carved apron, chow legs and custom lacquer. Created in Java during the Mid-20th Century, this low Kang coffee table...

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Mid-20th Century Javanese Ming Tables

Materials

Wood

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 Tables

Materials

Teak

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 Tables

Materials

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 Tables

Materials

Wood

Ming Dynasty Style Coffee Table with Green Lacquer Top and Natural Patina
Ming Dynasty Style Coffee Table with Green Lacquer Top and Natural Patina

Ming Dynasty Style Coffee Table with Green Lacquer Top and Natural Patina

Located in Yonkers, NY

A vintage Chinese Ming Dynasty style low square-shaped coffee table from the mid 20th century with green lacquer top and horse hoof legs. Created in China during the Midcentury period, this Ming style table features a dark green lacquered top with central board, sitting above a waisted apron with curving accents. Raised on four legs with horse hoof extremities, the table boasts a nicely distressed patina, slightly different on all sides. With its clean lines, contrasting colors and rustic flair, this vintage Ming Dynasty style Chinese low coffee table...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Ming Tables

Materials

Wood

Chinese Vintage Ming Dynasty Style Elmwood Low Prayer Table with Fretwork Top
Chinese Vintage Ming Dynasty Style Elmwood Low Prayer Table with Fretwork Top

Chinese Vintage Ming Dynasty Style Elmwood Low Prayer Table with Fretwork Top

Located in Yonkers, NY

A vintage Chinese Ming style elmwood prayer table from the mid 20th century, with fretwork top and horse hoof feet. Created in China during the midcentury period, this low elmwood prayer table captures our attention with its square fretwork top sitting above a waisted apron. Raised on four straight legs with horse hoof extremities, the table is adorned with a discreetly carved apron on all sides. With its clean lines and warm patina, this Ming style Chinese prayer table...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Ming Tables

Materials

Elm

16th-17th Century Chinese Pine Center Table with Carvings and Decorations
16th-17th Century Chinese Pine Center Table with Carvings and Decorations

16th-17th Century Chinese Pine Center Table with Carvings and Decorations

Located in Kastrup, DK

16th-17th century center table from 'Shanxi Province, China with 1 drawer. Made of pine and with original polychrome lacquer. Original condition. Rare piece of furniture.

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17th Century Chinese Antique Ming Tables

Materials

Elm

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 Tables

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 Tables

Materials

Wood

Black & Green Lacquer Consol Table, Shandong, 1830-1840
Black & Green Lacquer Consol Table, Shandong, 1830-1840

Black & Green Lacquer Consol Table, Shandong, 1830-1840

Located in Kastrup, DK

Chinese Altar console / side table with everted ends on the top, square legs with stretchers. Original lacquer, black with green lacquer top. Natural age-related patina which is high...

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1830s Chinese Antique Ming Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Mid-20th Century Large Chinese Rosewood Center Table
Mid-20th Century Large Chinese Rosewood Center Table

Mid-20th Century Large Chinese Rosewood Center Table

Located in Dallas, TX

An exceptional carved rosewood center table in the Ming style in large old timber from the mid 20th century. This piece is very high quality and style. It would easily work with Eu...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Ming Tables

Materials

Rosewood

19th Century Asian Antique Leather Drum Stool Table
19th Century Asian Antique Leather Drum Stool Table

19th Century Asian Antique Leather Drum Stool Table

By Mingyu Xu Studio

Located in Burbank, CA

Beautiful antique drum for sale. From Asia, and well cared for. Has leather tops on both end, and still has the original rings on both ends. It's made of solid oak with a walnut fini...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

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 Tables

Materials

Brass

Ming tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Ming tables 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 tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, asian art and furniture, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, lacquer and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Ming tables 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 tables, popular names associated with this style include Baker Furniture Company, Drexel, George Zee and Co, and George Zee. 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 tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $450 and tops out at $48,000 while the average work can sell for $3,200.