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Qing Tray 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
Chinese Export 20th Century Qing Dynasty Folding Tray Table
Chinese Export 20th Century Qing Dynasty Folding Tray Table

Chinese Export 20th Century Qing Dynasty Folding Tray Table

$2,800

Chinese Export 20th Century Qing Dynasty Folding Tray Table

Located in Rio Vista, CA

A finely crafted Chinese export Qing Dynasty style carved hardwood occasional, tea, or side table. The table features a rectangular top with a molded, gallery-style raised edge over ...

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20th Century Chinese Qing Tray Tables

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Hardwood

Chinese Qing Style Brass Tray Table Dragon Supports
Chinese Qing Style Brass Tray Table Dragon Supports

Chinese Qing Style Brass Tray Table Dragon Supports

$2,500

Chinese Qing Style Brass Tray Table Dragon Supports

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Dramatic Chinese Qing style patinated brass tray table featuring a folding elm frame with serpentine dragon upright supports. The four leg folding support is adorned with carved open...

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20th Century Chinese Qing Tray Tables

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Brass

Burl Wood Small Altar Tray / Table, China, Mid-19th Century
Burl Wood Small Altar Tray / Table, China, Mid-19th Century

Burl Wood Small Altar Tray / Table, China, Mid-19th Century

$1,300

Burl Wood Small Altar Tray / Table, China, Mid-19th Century

Located in New York, NY

A small Chinese altar display tray, hand-crafted in elm, with the center in burl wood, circa 1860-1880. Soft and beautiful elm, stained a dark brown/red satin finish. Slightly turn...

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1860s Chinese Antique Qing Tray Tables

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Burl

19th Century Handcrafted Teak Altar Tray with Mother-of-Pearl Inlays
19th Century Handcrafted Teak Altar Tray with Mother-of-Pearl Inlays

19th Century Handcrafted Teak Altar Tray with Mother-of-Pearl Inlays

$1,300

19th Century Handcrafted Teak Altar Tray with Mother-of-Pearl Inlays

Located in New York, NY

A small altar tray, hand-crafted in teak with mother-of-pearl inlays. China, late 19th Century. Rustic teak in a dark brown/red semi-gloss finish. Four stretchers connect the turn...

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1890s Chinese Antique Qing Tray Tables

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Mother-of-Pearl, Teak

19th Century lacquered hand painted tray table
19th Century lacquered hand painted tray table

19th Century lacquered hand painted tray table

$2,656

19th Century lacquered hand painted tray table

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century Chinese black lacquered tray table circa 1880. Beautifully hand painted and decorated tray table.  Black lacquered base colour, profusely painted in gold leaf, depictin...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Tray Tables

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Softwood, Lacquer, Paint

Wood Altar Tray with Mother-of- Pearl Inlays, Late 19 Century
Wood Altar Tray with Mother-of- Pearl Inlays, Late 19 Century

Wood Altar Tray with Mother-of- Pearl Inlays, Late 19 Century

$1,300

Wood Altar Tray with Mother-of- Pearl Inlays, Late 19 Century

Located in New York, NY

A small altar tray, hand-crafted in teak with mother-of-pearl inlays. China, late 19th Century. Rustic teak in a dark brown/red semi-gloss finish. Four stretchers connect the turn...

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1880s Chinese Antique Qing Tray Tables

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Mother-of-Pearl, Teak

Chinese Carved Hardwood Scholar's Tray, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century, China
Chinese Carved Hardwood Scholar's Tray, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century, China

Chinese Carved Hardwood Scholar's Tray, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century, China

$4,800

Chinese Carved Hardwood Scholar's Tray, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century, China

Located in Austin, TX

A sophisticated Chinese carved and pierced hardwood scholar's tray, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, China. The tray of rectangular form with high sides and rounded corners. The sides...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Tray Tables

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Hardwood

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H 0.52 in W 13.39 in D 24.02 in

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$990

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Located in Doylestown, PA

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H 5.5 in W 17.5 in D 8.25 in

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Located in New York, NY

A small Chinese altar display table, hand-crafted in Elm wood, circa 1860-1880. Soft, supple elm wood, in a dark brown/red semi-gloss finish. Beautifully turned legs with circular ...

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1860s Chinese Antique Qing Tray Tables

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Elm

19th Century lacquered hand painted tray table
19th Century lacquered hand painted tray table

19th Century lacquered hand painted tray table

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H 28.75 in W 31.25 in D 22.5 in

19th Century lacquered hand painted tray table

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

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Qing tray tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Qing tray 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 tray 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 tray 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 tray tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $288 and tops out at $4,800 while the average work can sell for $2,817.

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