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pair of Chinese porcelain chargers, Yongzheng period
Located in New York, NY
horse motif; the wooden stands shown in the pictures are not included with these items
Category
Mid-18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$40,000 / set
pair of Chinese porcelain dishes, 19th c.
Located in New York, NY
each decorated with a multicolor floral motif
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$1,400 / set
pair of Chinese porcelain vases, 19th c.
Located in New York, NY
decorated with scenes of warriors
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$1,000 / set
pair of Chinese porcelain vases, Republican Period
Located in New York, NY
floral motif in relief on turquoise ground
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
pair of Chinese porcelain jars, 19th c.
Located in New York, NY
decorated with birds amongst various flowers on yellow ground
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$1,500 / set
20pcs WanShouWuJiang Chinese Porcelain Tea Service Set
Located in Brea, CA
20 Pieces vintage Chinese set of tea and coffee service set, WanShouWuJiang yellow ground, all
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
pair of Chinese porcelain vases, 18th c.
Located in New York, NY
multicolor vases decorated with figural scenes; vase only: 12in(H) x 4in(D) x 6in(W); overall measurements with lighting components: 18in(H)
Category
Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$3,000 / set
Antique Ca 1730 Qing Dynasty Chinese Porcelain Bowl Amsterdams Bont
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this very nicely Dutch decorated Chinese Porcelain Yongzheng bowl. What you see is
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$804 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Chinese Porcelain Vases, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
decorated with a multicolor figural scene
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$2,000 / set
Pair of Chinese Porcelain Vases, 19th c.
Located in New York, NY
decorated with a multicolor figural scene
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$1,500 / set
Antique Chinese Porcelain Plate Landscape Kangxi/Yongzheng
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Region of Origin: China
Emperor: Kangxi (1661-1722)
Period: 18th
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$545 Sale Price
20% Off
High Quality 18 Century Kangxi Period Chinese Porcelain Kakiemon Plate Dutch
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
painter to decorate a Chinese porcelain blank.
The scene and quality of paintting is amazing.
Three
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$3,071 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Antique Chinese Porcelain
Famille Noire
Vase
Located in Greenwich, CT
An impressive 'famille-noire ‘magpie and prunus' Floor vase,
in very good condition
possibly 19th century or earlier
note : bears old label of French Collector Count de Semalle'...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Large Antique 19th Century Chinese Rose Mandarin Porcelain Vase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique large Chinese porcelain vase.
In the Rose Mandarin (Famille Rose) style
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Kangxi Blue
White Chinese Porcelain Jar w/ One Hundred Treasures Motif, c 1750
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A very lovely Kangxi Chinese porcelain ginger jar with hand-painted, blue overglaze decoration with
Category
Mid-18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$2,583 Sale Price
30% Off
Antique Chinese Porcelain Plate Landscape Kangxi / Yongzheng
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Type: Plates
Region of Origin: China
Emperor: Kangxi (1661-1722
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$545 Sale Price
20% Off
Fine Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Fencai 2 Boys Carrying Peach Plate ROC 20c
Located in Richmond, CA
This Chinese porcelain plate, dating from the early 20th century Republic period, is a remarkable
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Early 19th Century Chinese Porcelain Jar Lamp
Located in London, GB
An fine quality early 19th Century Chinese blue and white porcelain jar, converted for use as a
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Decorated Chinese Porcelain Covered Jars Republic Period
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Chinese, hand-painted, colorful, lidded, porcelain jars with celebratory scenes featuring
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
Antique Chinese Porcelain 19th Century Chine De Commande Dish Eagle History
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
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This Chinese export porcelain saucer was made for the American-market, there seems good reason to
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$2,398 Sale Price
20% Off
Bronze Doré Mounted Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Vase Turned to Lamp, 1800s
Located in New York, NY
A Bronze Doré Mounted Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Covered Vase Turned-to-Lamp from the 1800s
Category
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Bronze
Antique Chinese Porcelain Bencharong Bowl for the Thai Market, 18th century.
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Antique Chinese Porcelain Bowl for the Thai Market, 18th century.
Bencharong enamel decoration with
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Porcelain 19th century Chine de commande Dish Eagle History
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
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This Chinese export porcelain saucer was made for the American-market, there seems good reason to
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$2,361 Sale Price
20% Off
Chinese Porcelain Splash Glazed Vase, Circa 1800
Located in New York, NY
Turquoise and yellow splash pattern on a deep aubergine ground, with a deeply recessed base.
Category
Early 1800s Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Porcelain Plate Landscape Kangxi / Yongzheng Porcelain
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A nice plate. Yongzheng - Qing Dynasty - Qing Period. Beutiful landscape scene.
Condition
1 frit to the rim only. Size: 22.7x2.5CM DiameterxHeight
Period
18th century
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$1,505 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Chinese Porcelain Plate Landscape Kangxi / Yongzheng Porcelain
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A nice plate. Yongzheng - Qing Dynasty - Qing Period. Beutiful landscape scene.
Condition
1 frit to the rim only. Size: 22.7x2.5CM DiameterxHeight
Period
18th century
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$1,505 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Blue
White Chinese Porcelain Vase
Located in North Salem, NY
Old Decorative Chinese Hand Painted Blue & White Porcelain Vase. Circa 1850.
Category
Mid-19th Century Asian Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$708 Sale Price
25% Off
Chinese Export Porcelain Turquoise Pair of Cats
Located in Downingtown, PA
Pair of Chinese Export Porcelain Cats with Turquoise Glaze
This striking pair of Chinese porcelain
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$1,250 / set
Chinese Qianlong Hand Painted Porcelain Plate, 18th Century
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
An exceptional antique Chinese Qianlong porcelain plate decorated in underglaze blue and
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Porcelain Plate From India Company 18th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Beautiful small white porcelain plate decorated with different flowers such as petunias and phlox
Category
Mid-18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$172 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair 20th C. of Guangxu period Chinese Porcelain Vases Decorative Object CA LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Pair of Guangxu period, early 20th century (1900-1910), Chinese Porcelain Vases Decorative Object
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
$8,480 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Large Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Medallion Bowl #10
Located in Bradenton, FL
Large colorful vintage Chinese export famille rose medallion porcelain bowl. Features classic
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Garden Seat
Located in Point Richmond, CA
The barrel drum form with coin cutouts on top and overlapping on opposing sides has raised bosses in the enameled border bands top and bottom. Glazed overall with various multicolore...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ceramic
pair of Chinese porcelain cover jars, 19th c.
Located in New York, NY
decorated with figural scenes; one vase: cover has been repaired, hairline near/at rim, chips near/at base of vase; 2nd vase: chips on foo lion surmounting the cover
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$1,600 / set
Antique Chinese Porcelain Blue
White Figural Gu Vase Late Qing R.O.C. 19/20c
Located in Richmond, CA
artistry of Chinese blue and white porcelain, in the revered Kangxi style. The vase is masterfully painted
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese porcelain cover bowl w/ saucer, Republican period
Located in New York, NY
4.3in(D) x 4.3in(W) x 3.75in(H) are the overall dimensions of the cover bowl with saucer; cover bowl only: 4in(D) x 4in(W) x 3.5in(H); saucer only: 4.3in(D) x 4.3in(W) x 1.25in(H); r...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
set of 7 Chinese porcelain spoons, 19th c.
Located in New York, NY
gold decorated border; each painted with a vase of flowers; the box shown in the pictures is not included with these items
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
pair of Chinese porcelain cover vases, 19th c.
Located in New York, NY
floral motif; 10in is the height of each cover vase including the base
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$2,400 / set
Chinese porcelain figure of a boy, 19th c.
Located in New York, NY
provenance: Christie's; decorated with floral motif in iron red and green colors on white ground
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
pair of Chinese porcelain cover jars, Qianlong period
Located in New York, NY
wooden bases shown in pictures are included with these items; multicolor phoenix motif; 8in(D) x 8in(W) x 9.25in(H) are the dimensions of each cover vase without the wooden base
Category
Mid-18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
pair of Chinese porcelain cover boxes, 19th c.
Located in New York, NY
floral motif
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$10,000 / set
pair of Chinese porcelain cover jars, 19th c.
Located in New York, NY
cabbage motif; 8in(W) x 8in(D) x 8in(H) are the approximate dimensions of each jar including its cover
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$2,000 / set
pair of Chinese porcelain cover jars, 18th c.
Located in New York, NY
each jar decorated with a phoenix and flowers in gold on blue ground
Category
Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$8,000 / set
pair of Chinese porcelain hat holders, Republican period
Located in New York, NY
each decorated with a figural scene
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
pair of Chinese porcelain cover bowls circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
overall measurements of each square shaped cover bowl: 3.7in(H) x 3.6in(W) x 3.6in(D); decorated with panels containing figural scenes
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$9,000 / set
Pair of Chinese Porcelain Cover Jars, Republic Period
Located in New York, NY
decorated with stylized leaf scrolls on powder blue ground
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Chinese Porcelain Hoho Twins, 18th c.
Located in New York, NY
wooden bases seen in pictures are included with these items; approximate measurements of each figural grouping without wooden base: 5.5in(H) x 3in(L) x 1.5in(D)
Category
Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$2,100 / set
Pair of Chinese Porcelain Cover Jars, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
multicolor floral motif
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Porcelain Qianlong Flowers Teapot, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated teapot in Fencai palette.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$204 Sale Price
45% Off
Antique Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Hat Stand / Lantern
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This exquisite antique Chinese hat stand, also used as a lantern, is a fine example of Famille Rose
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
20CM Antique Chinese 17C Chongzhen Transitional Chinese Porcelain Tankard
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
literatus in a garden scene with 2 servants.
Similar pieces are sold here:
Country of origin: China
Date
Category
17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$5,892 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Chinese Porcelain Kitchen Plate Qing, China, 19th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this lovely plate
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Region of
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$123 Sale Price
45% Off
Qianlong Chinese Porcelain Tea Bowl Antique, China, 19th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Cantonese tea bowl and qianlong saucer
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$135 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Qianlong Dish China, 18C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
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Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Region of Origin: China
Emperor: Kangxi (1661-1722), Qianlong (1735-1796
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$166 Sale Price
45% Off
A Pair Of Hand-Painted Chinese Porcelain Vases
Located in Bradenton, FL
Lovely pair of early 20th Century Chinese Cylindrical Porcelain Vases with scenes from traditional
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Chinese Export Blue and White Platter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chinese porcelain with varying shades of cobalt blue
Excellent condition.
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$195 Sale Price
71% Off
Antique Chinese Porcelain Ming Wanli Chinese Plate Rare Decoration
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
condition a (Good) lots of rimfrits as to be expected from this type of kraak porcelain. Size: 205mm
Category
16th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$1,727 Sale Price
20% Off
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Antique Chinese Porcelain For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of antique Chinese porcelain for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, porcelain and metal. Your living room may not be complete without an item from our selection of antique Chinese porcelain — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each choice in our collection of antique Chinese porcelain bearing Victorian, Louis XVI or Georgian hallmarks is very popular. Meissen Porcelain, Minton and CANTON FAMILLE ROSE each produced at least one beautiful object in our assortment of antique Chinese porcelain that is worth considering.
How Much is a Antique Chinese Porcelain?
A piece of antique Chinese porcelain can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,195, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $284,221.
Questions About Antique Chinese Porcelain
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
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Chinese porcelain pillow is a type of ceramic object produced by Chinese artisans. They normally have highly decorative rectangular designs and feature curved tops. Historically, they functioned as headrests, but today they normally serve purely as decorations. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Chinese porcelain ware.
- What is Chinese porcelain called?2 Answers
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020True porcelain ware was developed in the 11th century at the imperial kilns of Jingdezhen, Jiangxi province, China. These early porcelains of the Song and Yuan dynasties are known as Qingbai or Yingqing ware, defined by a light blue-grey glaze. Later forms of Chinese porcelain include blue and white underglaze ware, Celadon ware, Jun ware, Famille Verte ware, Wucai (Five Color) ware, and Dehua ware, also known as Blanc de Chine.
Lotus GalleryMarch 17, 2021In China, porcelain is referred to a "cíqì" 瓷器. - Lotus GallerySeptember 15, 2020
Chinese porcelain can usually be dated by form and decoration. However, copies and forgeries abound, so you should have an expert such as an appraiser, reputable dealer or auction house, or museum examine your porcelain to accurately date it.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chinese Canton porcelain is a type of decorative hand-painted ceramic ware produced during the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries in China. Its name comes from the region where it originated. You will sometimes see it referred to as Cantonese porcelain. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Chinese Canton porcelain.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To identify Chinese porcelain marks, consult trusted online resources. Most markings on Chinese porcelain consist of four to six characters, and the last two often represent when a piece was produced. Since there is a lot of variation in the markings, looking at images shared on trustworthy websites is the best way to make an identification. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Chinese porcelain.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify Chinese export porcelain, first look for a mark. Most pieces made after 1891 feature a maker's mark that you can research using authoritative online resources. Identifying older porcelain ware is more difficult. A licensed appraiser can provide assistance. You'll find a range of expertly vetted Chinese export porcelain on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can sell old Chinese porcelain in a few ways. You can advertise the piece locally or work with an antique shop or auction house. There are also reputable online platforms available for selling online. Shop a collection of Chinese porcelain on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chinese Kangxi porcelain was popular because of its particular blue colorings. The blue was made using cobalt ore which was imported from Persia. As cobalt ore was a scarce ingredient, the rarity made the porcelain items highly sought after. Shop a collection of Chinese Kangxi porcelain from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chinese blue and white porcelain is the most common type of decorated porcelain. Its name in Chinese is qinghua. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern Chinese blue and white porcelain from some of the world’s top sellers.
- PAGODA REDOctober 21, 2020
For thousands of years, China’s court-sponsored porcelain industry has been at the forefront of technical innovation and aesthetic refinement. Exquisite finishes and precision of form gave China an international reputation for fine ceramic wares. Age, shape, glaze, motif, and reign mark are all factors contributing to the value of a ceramic piece, indicative of the maker and the dynastic reign under which the object was created.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To know if porcelain is antique, start by looking for any maker's marks and researching their origins. In many cases, it is necessary to enlist the help of a licensed appraiser to accurately date porcelain ware. You'll find a selection of expertly vetted antique porcelain on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Chinese blue and white porcelain is called qinghua, pronounced “CHING-hwa.” Artisans first began producing the porcelain during the Tang and Song dynasties ranging from 609 to 1279. However, the techniques the pottery is most well known for weren't developed until the subsequent Ming era, which lasted until 1644. You'll find a collection of Chinese porcelain on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best way to identify an antique porcelain vase is to check for a maker’s mark. Gently flip the vase over and look for a signature or logo on the bottom. You may also find the name of the artist or designer. Old vases were also made in wood-based kilns, so an antique vase will likely have small imperfections such as coarseness, crackling or asymmetry. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your vase. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a variety of expertly vetted antique porcelain vases.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few ways to tell the approximate age of a porcelain vase, including identifying the maker's mark. These are usually located on the bottom of the vase. The maker's mark can help you find the era of manufacture once you know the company or studio that produced the piece. Look for imperfections, which were inevitable with wood-fuelled kilns of the past but uncommon with modern gas-fuelled kilns. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique porcelain from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One thing to look for in an antique porcelain figure is to look for the maker’s mark, usually found on the bottom of the piece. The porcelain figure will also have a delicate fragile quality to it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique porcelain figures from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best way to determine the age of porcelain lamps is to work with an appraiser. While some online resources can be helpful when you’re looking for information about the value of an item, the suggested value you find may not be the actual value of your item, since that will depend on a number of factors, including the shape it’s in. You’ll find expertly vetted porcelain lamps and other decor on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Yes, some antique porcelain is worth something. Many collectors actively seek out certain types of porcelain that are at least 100 years old. Some favorites among collectors include Chinese pottery, china crafted by makers like Rosenthal and Lenox and figurines produced by Meissen, Dresden, Nymphenburg and Capodimonte. Generally, the type, style, age, maker and condition will all play a role in determining how much antique porcelain is worth. If you wish to have any pieces in your collection evaluated, use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a variety of antique porcelain 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, 2020
To 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.
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