Ming Dynasty Art
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antiquities
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Antique 18th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
Jade
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Chinese Antiquities
Terracotta
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Ceramics
Ceramic
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Wood
Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics
Porcelain
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Elm
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Ceramics
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Antiquities
Bronze
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Folk Art Sculptures
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Ceramics
Ceramic
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
Hardwood
Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics
Porcelain
Antique Mid-18th Century Chinese Antiquities
Ceramic
Antique 16th Century Chinese Textiles
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Antiquities
Lacquer
Antique 17th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Stone
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Antiquities
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese More Asian Art, Objects and Fur...
Walnut
Antique Mid-18th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Stone
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Metalwork
Bronze
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ceramics
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Chinese Folk Art Sculptures
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Wood
2010s Contemporary Art
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Paintings and Screens
Pine, Paint, Paper
Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Antiquities
Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Ming Metalwork
Bronze
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Metalwork
Bronze
Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Antiquities
Ceramic
Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Antiquities
Stone
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antiquities
Wood
Antique 16th Century Chinese Antiquities
Pottery
Antique 19th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics
Porcelain
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Ming Dynasty Art For Sale on 1stDibs
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Finding the Right Asian-art-furniture for You
From Japanese handmade earthenware pottery, originating circa 14,500 B.C. and adorned with elaborate corded patterns known as jōmon, to natural elm case pieces and storage cabinets built in Qing dynasty–era China to mid-century Thai rice-paper charcoal rubbings, antique and vintage Asian art and furniture make for wonderful additions to all kinds of contemporary interiors.
Eastern elements elevate any home’s decor. Introduce zen sensibility to your living room, dining room and bedroom with the neutral color palettes and the natural materials such as rattan, bamboo and elm that we typically associate with traditional Asian furniture. Decorative handwoven embroideries and textiles originating from India and elsewhere on the continent, which can be draped over a bed or sofa or used as a wall hanging, can be as practical as they are functional, just as you wouldn’t seek out Japanese room-divider screens — often decorated with paintings but constructed to be lightweight and mobile — merely for privacy.
With everything from blanket chests to lighting fixtures to sculptures and carvings, it’s easy to tastefully bring serenity to your living space by looking to the treasures for which the East has long been known.
For British-born furniture designer Andrianna Shamaris, the Japanese concept of beauty in imperfection isn’t limited to her Wabi Sabi collection. She embraces it in her New York City apartment as well. In the living area, for instance, she retained the fireplace’s original black marble while swathing its frame and the rest of the room in bright white.
“We left the fireplace very clean and wabi-sabi, so that it blended into the wall,” says Shamaris, who further appointed the space with a hand-carved antique daybed whose plush pillows are upholstered in antique textiles from the Indonesian island of Sumba.
In the growing antique and vintage Asian art and furniture collection on 1stDibs, find ceramics from China, antiquities from Cambodia and a vast range of tables, seating, dining chairs and other items from Japan, India and other countries.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify Ming dynasty furniture, first check the legs, back, undersides and other inconspicuous areas to see if you can locate any maker's markings. If you do, snap a photo with your phone and perform a reverse image search. You may be able to determine the maker and year of production. The Ming dynasty lasted from 1368 to 1644 in China. Furniture from this time period often features natural woods and shows off simple lines. Because artisans working during the era typically used mortise and tenon joinery, authentic Ming Dynasty furnishings will usually not have any visible nails or screws. However, there are many convincing reproductions on the market, so experts generally recommend having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer perform the identification process for you. Shop a collection of Ming dynasty furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A Ming dynasty vase is going to be worth a lot. In 2021, a blue and white Chinese bowl was bought at a yard sale in Connecticut that turned out to be a rare Ming dynasty-era ceramic work. It is estimated to be valued at between $300,000 and $500,000. Shop a range of antique and vintage vases on 1stDibs.
- What was the Han Dynasty art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Han Dynasty made many advances in art styles, and is particularly noted for ceramic figurines and vases, as well as carved jade suits. Silk weaving, metalwork and painting were also popular art forms. Shop range of authentic Han Dynasty-era art from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024How much Qing dynasty art is worth varies greatly. For example, a lacquer screen in excellent condition sold for more than $113,000 at auction in 2019, while a rare stone seal fetched a winning bid of $543,142 in 2018. However, some pieces may be valued in the hundreds rather than the hundreds of thousands of dollars. Generally, the type, materials, maker, historical importance, rarity and condition of pieces from the Qing dynasty will impact their price. To get a valuation performed on any Qing dynasty art you own, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer. Shop a large selection of Chinese art on 1stDibs.
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