Antique Chinese Dragons
1890s Chinese Antique Chinese Dragons
Wool, Silk
19th Century Antique Chinese Dragons
Silk, Wood
1890s Chinese Antique Chinese Dragons
Wool
Mid-19th Century French Antique Chinese Dragons
Paper
1860s French Antique Chinese Dragons
Ormolu
19th Century Tang Antique Chinese Dragons
Stone
19th Century Japanese Antique Chinese Dragons
Bronze
19th Century Antique Chinese Dragons
Bronze
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Dragons
Bronze
1920s Antique Chinese Dragons
Mid-19th Century Antique Chinese Dragons
19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Chinese Dragons
Porcelain
Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Dragons
Wood
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Dragons
Bronze
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Dragons
Ceramic
19th Century Chinese Aesthetic Movement Antique Chinese Dragons
Bronze
1920s French Antique Chinese Dragons
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Dragons
Hardwood
Early 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Antique Chinese Dragons
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Dragons
Bronze
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Dragons
Hardwood
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Dragons
Silver
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Dragons
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Dragons
Hardwood
Early 1900s Vietnamese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Dragons
Mirror, Wood
1890s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Dragons
Silver
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Dragons
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Dragons
Giltwood
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Dragons
Enamel
1920s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Dragons
Teak
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Dragons
Bronze, Copper
17th Century Chinese Edo Antique Chinese Dragons
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Dragons
Hardwood
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Dragons
Wood, Paint
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Dragons
Brass
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Dragons
Copper, Bronze
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Dragons
Wood
Mid-19th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Antique Chinese Dragons
Metal
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Dragons
Fabric, Plexiglass
Late 17th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Dragons
Ceramic
Early 1900s Vietnamese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Dragons
Majolica
Early 20th Century Chinese Tribal Antique Chinese Dragons
Silver
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Dragons
Ceramic
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Dragons
Ceramic
17th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Dragons
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Dragons
Softwood
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Dragons
Elm
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Dragons
Hardwood
Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Dragons
Fabric, Silk, Giltwood
1870s Chinese Artist Antique Chinese Dragons
Silver
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Dragons
Porcelain
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Dragons
Wood
Early 1700s Queen Anne Antique Chinese Dragons
Pottery, Delft
1920s Indonesian Chinese Export Antique Chinese Dragons
Wood
1920s Antique Chinese Dragons
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Dragons
Hardwood
Early 20th Century Tibetan Chinese Export Antique Chinese Dragons
Leather, Wood
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Antique Chinese Dragons For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much are Antique Chinese Dragons?
- What does a Chinese dragon mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Chinese dragon, in Chinese culture, represents luck, strength, and health. Due to these associations, the dragon has become the symbol of imperial power and authority.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Chinese vase with a dragon typically means good fortune and prosperity. Throughout East Asia, the dragon is a symbol of luck. In China, the mythical beast is a common motif used in the designs of pottery, furniture and art. On 1stDibs, find a range of Chinese vases.
- 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.
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
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.








