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A Nice Collection of 19th Chinese Jade nephrite and jadeite hair ornaments
Located in London, GB
A Nice Collection of 19th Chinese Jade nephrite and jadeite hair ornaments
This beautiful
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Jade
Chinese Antique Large Qing Hand Carved Round Top Stone Display Pedestal, 19thc.
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare and Hard To Find 19th Century
From China's Qing dynasty (1644-1912) a hard to find solid
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Stone, Limestone
$2,240 Sale Price
20% Off
Chinese Ming Dynasty Architectural Terracotta Roof Tile Figure Qilin Foo Dog pr
Located in Forney, TX
- ornamental architectural terracotta roof tile beasts.
15th/16th century or earlier, Northern China, most
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16th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Earthenware, Terracotta
Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet Marionette Doll with Dragon Robe Early 1900s
Located in Studio City, CA
garment/ robe with a dragon symbol.
From a group of 7 Chinese opera puppets, we acquired from a
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Textile, Wood, Paint
Chinese Antique Large Qing Hand Carved Stone Drum Stool Display Pedestal, 19thc.
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare and Hard To Find 19th Century
From China's Qing dynasty (1644-1912) a hard to find solid
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Stone, Limestone
$1,920 Sale Price
31% Off
Chinese Jade Jadeite / Nephrite Pendant finely hand carved dragon, 19th C Qing
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good Chinese Jade, Jadeite / Nephrite stone pendant that we date to the early 19th
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Jade
Antique 17th C Dehua Blanc de Chine Miniature Chinese Opera Theater figure
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A Shunzhi or Kangxi Blanc de Chine Porcelain
Blanc de Chine Statues like these were made in the kilns of Dehua in Fujian province.
These are rare examples!
Provenance: From the co...
Category
17th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Porcelain
$1,630 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique 17th C Dehua Blanc de Chine Miniature Chinese Opera Theater figure
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A Shunzhi or Kangxi Blanc de Chine Porcelain
Blanc de Chine Statues like these were made in the kilns of Dehua in Fujian province.
These are rare examples!
Provenance: From the co...
Category
17th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Porcelain
$1,630 Sale Price
20% Off
Chinese Ming Dynasty Antique Sancai Glazed Attendants Tomb Figure Pair
Located in Forney, TX
A pair of large antique Chinese polychrome ceramic attendants, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Chinese Carved Zitan Figure of a Bodhisattva, Qing Dynasty
Located in Austin, TX
A finely carved Chinese zitan wood figure of an unidentified bodhisattva, possibly Guanyin, late
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli
Antique Chinese Carved Red Gemstone Snuff Bottle, Early 20th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A fine and beautiful carved red gemstone snuff bottle, a deep carving interior with a dark stone
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Agate, Rock Crystal
Chinese Ming Dynasty Lacquered and Gilt Bronze Bodhisattva, 17th Century
Located in Austin, TX
Chinese late Ming dynasty bronze figure of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, also known as Guanyin
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Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Carved Wood Bodhisattva Guanyin, Late Ming Dynasty, 17th Century
Located in Austin, TX
An attractive carved wood figure of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, known as Guanyin in China
Category
Early 17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Gesso, Wood
Late 19th Century Chinese Glazed Terracotta Seated Luohan Figure
Located in Hudson, NY
This hand-shaped and incised terracotta Luohan or seated figure of a scholar was made in China at
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Terracotta, Wood
Antique Chinese Carved Hetain Light Celadon Jade " Archer
s Ring", 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Chinese Carved Hetain Light Celadon Jade " Archer's Ring", 19th Century. Good use of russet
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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Jade
Chinese Temple Bell (20th C.) on Antique Wood Stand (18th C.)
Located in Norton, MA
China, Ca. The stand: 18th - early 20th century Bell:
The intricately carved hardwood stand with
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18th Century Chinese Other Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Brass
Large Chinese Carved and Lacquered Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A large and magnificent near life-sized Chinese carved and lacquered wood figure of a Buddha, Qing
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Wood
Antique Chinese Snuff Bottle Glass Imitating Amber Qing Dynasty 19th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
By far the most beautifull glass snuff bottle I have ever seen. The pictures can not show how nice it is, 19th century.
Provenance: Collection Morpurgo Amsterdam
From the Louise a...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Glass
$5,553 Sale Price
20% Off
Qing Dynasty Exquisite Chinese Wooden Panel With Raised Figures Gold Leaf (n.2)
Located in Prato, Tuscany
technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our items.
This extraordinary Chinese
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Wood
Antique Bone Figure of Indochina Male Dignitary Hardwood 19th Century Chinese
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An exquisitely hand carved bone Chinese dignitary standing figure portraying a lavishly dressed
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19th Century Chinese Late Victorian Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Hardwood, Bone
Chinese Republic Period Porcelain Figure of Shouxing, the God of Longevity
Located in Austin, TX
A finely modeled Chinese porcelain figure of the Chinese God of Longevity, Shouxing, Republic
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Ming Dynasty Hand Carved Stone Monkey Sculpture with Infant Monkey
Located in Yonkers, NY
A 19th century Chinese Ming dynasty hand carved stone monkey sculpture. This Chinese sculpture
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17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Stone
A Chinese carved amethyst incense censor and cover, Qing Dynasty, 19th C
Located in London, GB
A Chinese amethyst carved censor and cover,
Qing Dynasty, 19th century.
the rounded body
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Amethyst
Antique Chinese Hand Carved Boxwood Prosperity Crab Basket or Brush Pot
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Chinese hand carved boxwood prosperity crab basket or brush pot
Fine old brush pot that
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Boxwood
Antique Large Chinese Hetian white Celadon Jade Buckle, Qing Dynasty
Located in Norton, MA
A large Chinese carved Hetian White Celedon jade buckle, a beast head with two monkeys on the lower
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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Stone, Jade
Large Late Qing Dynasty Chinese Cast Bronze Buddhistic Foo Lion Censer
Located in Austin, TX
A large and powerfully cast Chinese bronze censer in the form of two Buddhistic lions, Qing dynasty
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Antique Chinese Hand Carved Lacquered Rosewood Wall Plaque from the 19th Century
Located in Yonkers, NY
A 19th century Chinese carved wall plaque of lacquered rosewood. This plaque features a cloud-shape
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Rosewood
Chinese Sculptured and Painted Clay Figure of an Elderly Man, 19th Century
Located in Stockholm, SE
A Chinese sculptured and painted clay figure of an elderly man, 19th century. Partly worn off paint
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19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Clay
$1,633 Sale Price
35% Off
Antique Chinese Carved Celadon Jade Beauty Fairy Lady On Zitan Stand Qing 19c
Located in Richmond, CA
symbol of longevity and prosperity in Chinese culture.
The jade used for this carving is of a refined
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Jade
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Small Hand-Painted Terracotta Priestess Statue
Located in Yonkers, NY
A 19th century Chinese standing priestess sculpture made from terracotta during the later stages of
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Terracotta
Pair Of Antique Oriental Dog Bookend, Chinese, Soapstone, Dog of Fo, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique Oriental dog bookends. A Chinese, soapstone decorative 'Dog of Fo' book
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1880s Chinese Late Victorian Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Soapstone
18th Century Chinese Sculpture of a Dignitary in Carved and Lacquered Hardwood
Located in Brescia, IT
base, but all of excellent quality, China, 18th century.
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of 19th Century Chinese Hardwood Hand-Carved 5-Claw Dragon Mirrors
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 20th century or earlier Chinese hardwood hand carved five-claw dragon mirrors. Each is
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Early 1900s Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Bronze
19c Chinese HandCarved Walnut Wood And Mother Of Perl Architectural Element
Located in Delray Beach, FL
One of a kind wall hanging made of solid wood with beautifully inlaid of mother of perl , Chinese
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut
19c Chinese HandCarved Walnut Wood And Mother Of Perl Architectural Element
Located in Delray Beach, FL
One of a kind wall hanging made of solid wood with beautifully inlaid of mother of perl , Chinese
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut
Hand-Carved White Alabaster Figure of Guanyin, China, Early 20th Century
Located in Grythyttan, SE
purity, as the eye is the gateway to the soul.
Guanyin is a beloved figure in Chinese art, often
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Early 20th Century Chinese Other Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Alabaster
Large Chinese Carved Nephrite Jade Double Buddha
s Hand Vase, Late Qing Dynasty
Located in Austin, TX
hands fruit (finger citron), late Qing Dynasty, circa 1900, China.
The large and heavy vase carved
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Early 1900s Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Jade
A decorative pair of carved gilt wood and lacquer Chinese Buddhist lions C 1900
Located in Central England, GB
A very pleasing and beautifully hand carved pair of Chinese Buddhist lions left and right handed
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Giltwood, Lacquer
Antique Chinese Six Armed Bronze Statue of Buddhist Diety Marici Mother of Light
Located in Richmond, CA
This antique Chinese bronze statue represents Marici, a revered figure in Buddhist mythology
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Blanc de Chine (Dehua) Figure of Kui Xing, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A rare and interesting Chinese Dehua porcelain (blanc de chine) figure of Kui Xing, one of the five
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Carved Celadon and Russet Jade Mythical Animal, Ming Dynasty or Earlier
Located in Austin, TX
A fine and unusual carving of a mythical animal, possibly a pixiu, of celadon and russet nephrite
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17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Jade
Lapis Lazuli Snuff Bottle Chinese
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Lapis Lazuli snuff bottle
Chinese,
carved in the form of a fish, has stopper
Measures: Height
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19th Century Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Glass
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Hand-Carved Foo Dog Sculpture Mounted on Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period carved stone foo dog sculpture from the 19th century, mounted on
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Stone
Pair of Chinese Stone Finials with Peaches and Persimmons, 17th/18th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
many historic buildings in China have been torn down to make way for new construction. Each finial is
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18th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Limestone
Massive Chinese Han Dynasty Sichuan Terracotta Pottery Horse, Oxford TL Tested
Located in Greenwich, CT
A massive Chinese Han dynasty Sichuan terracotta pottery figure of a horse
Han dynasty (206 BC-220
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Terracotta
$58,000 Sale Price
31% Off
Chinese Carved Wood Standing Figure of Guanyin in the Ming Dynasty Style
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A Chinese carved wood standing figure of Guanyin in the Ming dynasty style, with polychrome
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Wood
Rare Antique Chinese Qing Guangxu Imperial Style Red Ink Stick With Box 19c
Located in Richmond, CA
A rare antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Guangxu period Imperial style marked red ink stick, in the form
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Stone
Antique Asian Chinese Horn Dragons Head Victorian Vintage Walking Stick Cane
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Very Unusual Horn Sectional Hand Carved Chinese Walking Stick or Dress Cane of outstanding quality
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Late 19th Century Chinese Victorian Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Dynasty Large Jadeite Carved Plaque on Stand
Located in Hudson, NY
This very nice carved plaque of good size comes from China and was made circa 1900. The stone is a
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Jade
Antique Heavy Chinese Carved Hetain White Jade "Elephant, 388 Grams" 19th C
Located in Norton, MA
A lovely and cute hand-carved antique, Heavy and Faty Chinese Carved Hetain White Jade with russet
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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Jade
Antique Chinese Hetain White/C Jade Carved Group "Two Rams" 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A nice hand-carved antique, Chinese Hetain White with a light celadon Jade of Two Rams from the
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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Jade
Large 18th Century Chinese Carved Wooden Altar God of Guan Yu
Located in Atlanta, GA
was a Chinese military general serving under the warlord Liu Bei during the late Eastern Han dynasty
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Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Gold Leaf
Pair Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed Buddhist Lions and Attendants, 17th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A fantastic pair of large Chinese tileworks sancai glazed Buddhistic lions and attendants, late
Category
Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
Antique Chinese Carved Moss Agate Cups Qilin Handles Hardwood Stands Qing 18/19c
Located in Richmond, CA
A fine garniture pair of Chinese moss agate carved cups, sides flanked with Qilin handles, relief
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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Agate
Elegant Chinese Lady Sculpture in Red Coral
Located in Madrid, ES
traditional Chinese artistry. With its delicate carving and vibrant hue, this piece brings a sense of
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1920s Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Coral
Chinese Floral Carved Rosewood Rouge Marble Top Stand C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
Chinese stand from circa 1910, featuring intricate floral carvings on rosewood. The piece is topped with
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Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Rosewood
Antique PAIR of Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs good detail, Qing early 19th Century
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
These are a very good PAIR of antique Chinese foo or lion dog sculptures, sometimes called temple
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Carvings
Materials
Bronze, Metal, Brass
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Antique Chinese Carvings For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique Chinese carvings available for sale. Each of these unique antique Chinese carvings was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, stone and metal. Antique Chinese carvings have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Antique Chinese carvings bearing Folk Art or Victorian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Gorham Manufacturing Company and Liberty of London each produced beautiful antique Chinese carvings that are worth considering.
How Much are Antique Chinese Carvings?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,247, while they’re typically $45 on the low end and $204,166 highest priced.
Finding the Right Sculptures-carvings for You
Asian sculptors have worked in materials including wood, bronze and jade. Artists and artisans have used traditional techniques to depict deities, scenes from culture and more, and today, antique Asian sculptures and carvings are a popular choice for provocative and sophisticated home decor.
In China, the Qing dynasty, from the mid-17th century to the early 20th century, brought about significant changes in art while preserving traditional culture. Many emperors during this period were patrons of the arts, such as painting, calligraphy and decorative arts. This era saw the building of new Buddhist temples, which were decorated with statues. Some of these sculptures were adorned with colorful cloisonné decoration, in which tiny compartments, or cloisons, made by soldering copper filaments to a metal surface were filled with vibrantly hued enamel.
From the 17th to mid-19th century in Japan, kimonos were worn across classes and often fastened with a netsuke, a type of small carved toggle. Artists carved these from ivory, wood, shells and coral, creating animals, flowers and mythical creatures. During the Japanese Meiji period, spanning from 1868–1912, the country began trading internationally after centuries of isolation, allowing artists to sell their work overseas. Bronze sculpture flourished around this time for creating teapots, vases and incense burners.
Asian sculpture continued to evolve in the 20th century. During the Japanese Shōwa era, from 1926–89, art was influenced by international modernist movements like abstraction, Futurism and Surrealism. Contemporary Asian sculptures and carvings continue to combine global influences and a rich heritage of technique.
Decorating a space with Asian sculptures and carvings is a great way to add interest to any corner of your home. Explore by material, period or style on 1stDibs.
Questions About Antique Chinese Carvings
- What is Chinese wood carving?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Chinese wood carving is a decorative object carved by hand by Chinese artisans out of local wood, such as nanmu, zitan, bomu or yinxing. This form of sculpture is sometimes called mudiao. On 1stDibs, find a range of Chinese wood carvings.
- What is Chinese seal carving?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chinese seal carving refers to the traditional art of engraving the active side of a stamp or seal. Typically, the seals were made using stone, but bamboo, bone and wood could also be used. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic Chinese seal carvings from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Antique carved wood can be identified by how it is made. Antique carvings were done by hand, so nicks and cuts will indicate carvings completed with a plane or knife. In addition, hand-carved wood will not be uniform or have perfect symmetry. Always works with a certified appraiser to determine the exact date and value of an item. Find a variety of antique carved wood furniture and decor on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.
When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.
Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture. 
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.
Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020The best way to know is to take it to an expert, such as an appraiser, reputable dealer or auction house, or museum
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