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Chinese Export Wall-mounted Sculptures

CHINESE EXPORT STYLE

Expanded trade between Europe and East Asia, starting in the 16th century, led to a booming market for exported goods, particularly furniture. This was bolstered by the establishment of the Dutch and English East India Companies at the beginning of the 17th century. From folding screens and chairs to lacquer tables and silver, Chinese Export furniture was in demand and regularly copied and imitated, leading to styles like chinoiserie and Chinese Chippendale.

The expansion of exporting that had strengthened the arts during the Ming dynasty continued into the Qing dynasty era — Chinese designers made many furniture pieces specifically for export, resulting in distinctive designs that mixed traditional techniques with forms appealing to foreign buyers. For instance, cabinetmakers in Canton (modern-day Guangzhou) were prolific in crafting hardwood furniture for export in European styles that involved the expert joinery techniques of Chinese furniture. Designs for Chinese Export porcelain, cabinets, decorative objects and other furniture were often more ornately adorned than they would be for a local audience, such as with mother-of-pearl overlays or surfaces featuring lavish pictorial scenes or gold on black motifs. Some were even commissioned by wealthy European families to be adorned with their coat of arms.

Because lacquer furniture was especially prized, and the resin used to create it was difficult to import as it would harden during the long voyage, artisans in China and Japan exported numerous lacquer pieces. Long before lacquer made its way to Japan, the Chinese treated the material differently. They used it to create smooth, glossy surfaces, but also for carving, an art that began in the 12th century and is exclusively Chinese. These pieces are called cinnabar lacquer after the powdered mercury sulfide (cinnabar) employed to produce their characteristic red hue. A popular form for export was a compact cabinet with drawers, usually displayed on a small table. Undecorated furniture built in Europe was also shipped to China to be lacquered. The international exchange of design would influence furniture into the 19th century and later, informing styles such as Art Deco and Art Nouveau.

Find a collection of antique Chinese Export tables, beds, cupboards, table lamps and more furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Chinese Export
Chinese Export circa 1900 Gold Leaf Painted Fret Work Carved Wall Panel in Teak
Located in GB
We are delighted to this lovely circa 1900 hand carved and paint Chinese Export wall panel A very good looking and well-made piece, would suit any setting its ornately carved in s...
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinese Export Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Teak

1970s Blanc De Chine Chinese Export Style Chinoiserie Wall Pockets, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a lovely pair of Blanc de Chine style wall pockets. They look fantastic framing a mirror! Each one has a pair of Asian figures supporting...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Ceramic

Pair of Framed Chinese Figural Carved and Painted Panels
Located in Norwood, NJ
Nicely carved and framed pair of high relief carved and painted panels. Subtle colors with age appropriate worn finish carved depicting cranes (birds) amongst flowers standing in wat...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood, Elm

Vintage Asian Chinese Brass Prosperity Dragon Wall Hanging
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Asian Chinese Brass Prosperity Dragon Wall Hanging. As the embodiment of the masculine gender, the dragon has long been an auspicious symbol of power in Chinese culture. Dragons chasing a ball is the auspicious scene of good luck, prosperity and wealth. According to Chinese Feng Shui...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Brass

20th Century Bas Relief Chinese Carved Wall Plaque
Located in New York, NY
Asian Chinese style (19/20th century) stripped and carved wall plaque of figures with bull and cart.  
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20th Century Chinese Export Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood

Chinese Lacquered Carved Wall Plaques
Located in New York, NY
4 Asian Chinese style (19th century) red lacquered and gilt trimmed wall plaques with carved scenes with figures.    
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19th Century Antique Chinese Export Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood

Four Chinese Hardwood and Mother of Pearl Inlaid Panels
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A set of four antique Chinese decorative panes with mother of pear inlay. The panels with floral and branch with various birds hand inlaid into a hardwood panel. The four panels may ...
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinese Export Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood

Chinese Lacquered Carved Wall Plaque
Located in New York, NY
Asian Chinese style (19th century) red lacquer and gilt trimmed wall carving with filigree & carved panels with scenes with figures.  
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19th Century Antique Chinese Export Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood

Chinese Carved Bamboo Root Face Wall Hanging
Located in New York, NY
Chinese wall plaque made from a bamboo root carved in the shape of a smiling face with a bamboo root fiber beard. (Companion pieces: NWL2543A-G).   
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Bamboo, Wood

Pair of Chinese Lacquered Carved Wall Plaques
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Asian Chinese style (19th century) red lacquered and decorated carved vertical wall plaques of ladies (Priced as pair).  
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19th Century Antique Chinese Export Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood

19th Century Chinese Filigree Carved Wall Plaque
Located in New York, NY
Asian Chinese style (19th century) red and gold painted filigree carved horizontal wall plaque.  
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19th Century Antique Chinese Export Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Gold

Chinese Carved Bamboo Root Face Wall Hanging
Located in New York, NY
Chinese wall plaque made from a bamboo root carved in the shape of a smiling face with a bamboo root fiber beard. (Companion pieces: NWL2543A-F).       
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Bamboo, Wood

Chinese Carved Bamboo Root Face Wall Hanging
Located in New York, NY
Chinese wall plaque made from a bamboo root carved in the shape of a smiling face with a bamboo root fiber beard. (Companion pieces: NWL2543A-G).     
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Bamboo, Wood

19th Century Chinese Carved Scenic Monkey Wall Plaque
Located in New York, NY
Chinese 19th century carved wall plaque with monkeys playing in trees with fruit (finished on back with bamboo trees).  
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19th Century Antique Chinese Export Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Bamboo, Mahogany

Chinese Carved Bamboo Root Face Wall Hanging
Located in New York, NY
Chinese wall plaque made from a bamboo root carved in the shape of a smiling face with a bamboo root fiber beard.      
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Bamboo, Wood

Large Chinese Heavily Carved Wood Relief Plaque Wall Mounted Sculpture
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning vintage heavily carved relief, ready to hang. Now, more than ever, home is where the heart is.
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Mid-20th Century Asian Chinese Export Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood

Chinese Carved Bamboo Root Face Wall Hanging
Located in New York, NY
Chinese wall plaque made from a bamboo root carved in the shape of a smiling face with a bamboo root fiber beard. (Companion pieces: NWL2543A-G).   
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Bamboo, Wood

Chinese Carved Bamboo Root Face Wall Hanging
Located in New York, NY
Chinese wall plaque made from a bamboo root carved in the shape of a smiling face with a bamboo root fiber beard. (Companion pieces: NWL2543A-G).  
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Bamboo, Wood

Chinese Carved Bamboo Root Face Wall Hanging
Located in New York, NY
Chinese wall plaque made from a bamboo root carved in the shape of a smiling face with a bamboo root fiber beard.  
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood, Bamboo

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Chinese Export wall-mounted sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Chinese Export wall-mounted sculptures for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage wall-mounted sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, asian art and furniture, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, bamboo and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinese Export wall-mounted sculptures 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 wall-mounted sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $395 and tops out at $18,500 while the average work can sell for $1,225.

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