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Chinese Hongmu Carved Side Table Qing Dynasty 19th Century
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Chinese Hongmu Carved Side Table Qing Dynasty 19th century. Rare 19th century hand carved
Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Rare Antique China

Materials

Hardwood

19th Century Antique Chinese Turtle Shell Vanity Mirror
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Here is a rare and unusual antique, Chinese vanity mirror presented in a turtle shell. The mirror
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19th Century Chinese Qing Rare Antique China

Materials

Marine turtle

Exceptional Gypsum ‘Blade’ Mineral Cluster from China
By Dale Rogers Ammonite
Located in London, GB
Exceptional Gypsum ‘Blade’ Mineral Cluster from China. A very rare Gypsum specimen with a superb
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Rare Antique China

Materials

Other

Rare Blue and White Bird Feeder from the Hatcher Cargo
Located in Atlanta, GA
wreck of a ship that sunk in the South China sea in approximately 1643. Approximately 25,000 pieces from
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1640s Chinese Rare Antique China

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Export Buddha s Hand Citron Altar Fruit on Tazza, Blanc de Chine
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chinese Export Buddha's Hand Citron Altar Fruit on Tazza, Blanc de Chine. A rare form
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rare Antique China

Materials

Porcelain

Rare Blue and White Bird Feeder from the Hatcher Cargo
Located in Atlanta, GA
wreck of a ship that sunk in the South China sea in approximately 1643. Approximately 25,000 pieces from
Category

1640s Chinese Rare Antique China

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Scholars’ Incense Tray of Coconut Wood
Located in Point Richmond, CA
. Complete with a Japanese Collectors’ wood storage box labeled: “Chinese coconut rare wood tray made for
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19th Century Chinese Qing Rare Antique China

Materials

Wood, Coconut

L Escalier de Cristal, Oriental Clock, France, circa 1890
By L Escalier de Cristal
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Chinese style clock in the shape of a covered pot, in porcelain painted in imitation of
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1880s French Chinoiserie Rare Antique China

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Rare Pair Antique Ironstone Mason s Ashworth Chinoiserie Large Dinner Plates
By Ashworth Ironstone
Located in New York, NY
Rare early pair of antique Mason's Ashworth Ironstone Chinoiserie pattern hand enameled and
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19th Century English Chinese Export Rare Antique China

Materials

Ironstone

Rare Massive Antique Ironstone Mason s Ashworth Chinoiserie Meat Serving Platter
By Ashworth Ironstone
Located in New York, NY
Rare massive early antique Mason's Ashworth Ironstone Chinoiserie pattern hand painted enamel over
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19th Century English Chinese Export Rare Antique China

Materials

Ironstone

Rare Early Ming Dynasty Blue-and-White Porcelain Plates
Located in Fukuoka, JP
underglaze with floral and foliate motifs. These plates were found in Japan, where Chinese porcelain from the
Category

15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Rare Antique China

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Han Dynasty Rare And Large Court Attendees TL Tested
Located in Dallas, TX
Han Dynasty Rare And Large Court Attendees TL Tested A Rare and Beautiful Pair of Painted Pottery
Category

15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Rare Antique China

Materials

Pottery

Chinese Export Lacquer Bureau on Stand and Toilet Glass Dressing Table
Located in London, by appointment only
A Chinese export lacquer bureau on stand decorated with an unusual polychrome flower design This
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Early 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rare Antique China

Materials

Lacquer

Chinese Elephant Censers Gilt Metal Jade Stone A Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A Unique Rare Pair Of Chinese Metal Jade And Stone Elephant Censers. Beautiful censers are made of
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19th Century Chinese Tibetan Rare Antique China

Materials

Jade, Metal

ANTIQUE CHINESE EXPORT CIRCA 1920 ANTiQUE CHINOISERIE BLACK LACQUER FLOOR LAMP
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare hand
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1920s Chinese Chinese Export Rare Antique China

Materials

Wood

Rare Yue Celadon Chicken-Head Ewer, Jin-Southern Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
- CHINA / 5000 YEARS 博古五千 - Lot 384 (Price Range : 260,000HKD-360,000HKD / Type : Closely related
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Rare Antique China

Materials

Celadon

Ming Dynasty White Unglazed Ceramic Food Vessel, China, 18th Century
Located in New York, NY
18th century Chinese Ming dynasty rare unglazed white ceramic food vessel. Two handles. Beautiful
Category

18th Century Chinese Rare Antique China

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Shanxi Province Rare Top Hat Court Official Elm Bench
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Shanxi Province Rare Top Hat Court Official Elm Bench The Antique Shanxi Province Rare Top
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rare Antique China

Materials

Wood, Elm, Lacquer

Antique Chinese Qing Biscuit Porcelain Scholar s Brush Pot Bitong Gold Fish 1850
Located in Portland, OR
A rare antique 19th century Chinese Qing Dynasty, Daoguang period porcelain bitong or scholar's
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1850s Chinese Qing Rare Antique China

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Kangxi Yixing Sancai Glazed Teapot with Rat Finial
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A rare and unusual Chinese Yixing sancai glazed teapot and cover mounted with a rat finial acquired
Category

18th Century Chinese Qing Rare Antique China

Materials

Pottery

Chinese Export Silver Cigarette Case Depicting the Bund and the Angel of Peace
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
–1940 129 grams, 4.5" W × 3.5" H × 0.33" D (8.75" W open) A rare and historically significant Chinese
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rare Antique China

Materials

Sterling Silver

Very Rare Antique Japanese Porcelain Grisaille Decorated Teapot, ca 1700
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
& Pottery Decoration Type / Colour: Polychrome Region of Origin: China Period: 17th century, 18th century
Category

17th Century Chinese Rare Antique China

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Rosewood Dining Table Four Chairs with Etched Decorative Brass Plaques
Located in London, GB
A rare late 19th-century Chinese export square dining table with four matching corner chairs that
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rare Antique China

Materials

Mahogany

Rare Pair of Blue White Nanking Rice Grain Cups Saucers, Qianlong Marked
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rare Pair of Blue & White Nanking 'Rice Grain' Cups & Saucers, Qianlong Marked China, 19th Century
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rare Antique China

Materials

Porcelain

RARE AND IMPORTANT ENGLISH STATIONERY GEORGE III 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
RARE AND IMPORTANT ENGLISH STATIONERY GEORGE III 18th Century in lacquered wood in shades of red
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18th Century English Chinese Export Rare Antique China

Materials

Lacquer

Antique Chinese Small Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
during their time. Today, it’s incredibly rare to find a Chinese carpet from the 17th or 18th century
Category

Early 1900s Asian Other Rare Antique China

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Chinese Ancient Stone Male Figure, 206 BC-220 AD
Located in South Burlington, VT
China, a rare hand carved stone male figure from the Han dynasty (206 BCE-220 CE). Dimensions
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Rare Antique China

Materials

Stone

Chinese Export Reverse Glass Portrait Painting of an Opium Maiden, circa 1830
Located in Kinderhook, NY
A wonderful and rare circa 1830 Chinese export reverse glass portrait painting of unusually large
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Early 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rare Antique China

Materials

Iron

19th Century Chinese Chippendale Carved Pagoda Top Writing Table
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
Fine 19th Century Chinese Chippendale Pagoda Top Desk This stunning and rare 19th-century English
Category

Late 19th Century British Chinese Chippendale Rare Antique China

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Monumental Chinese porcelain fam. rose Qing Dynasty Bird Vases, 60.6 in.
Located in Gorssel, GE
Pair of Colossal Qing Dynasty Bird Vases: An extremely rare pair of Chinese porcelain famille rose
Category

1890s Chinese Rare Antique China

Materials

Porcelain

Fine and Rare Pair of Large Rose Medallion Lidded Vases, 19th Century
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality large pair of 19th century Chinese rose medallion or Cantonese lidded vases
Category

19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rare Antique China

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Floral Design Rug - 5 4 X 7 11
Located in Los Angeles, US
during their time. Today, it’s incredibly rare to find a Chinese carpet from the 17th or 18th century
Category

Early 1900s Chinese Empire Rare Antique China

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique 19th Century Chinese Export Lacquer Vanity Mirror, England C.1830
Located in London, GB
Century Rare example of a Chinese Export dressing mirror. In good overall condition showing expected signs
Category

19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Rare Antique China

Materials

Lacquer

Chinese Gilt Bronze Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Rare 19th century Victorian Chinese gilt bronze gasolier with a bamboo motif. Impressive nine-light
Category

19th Century Rare Antique China

Materials

Bronze

Blonde Chinese Horseshoe Armchairs Grand Tutor Oriental Country Antique Thrones
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous rare pair of large blonde Chinese bent-arm Horseshoe-back armchairs in lovely antique
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Ming Rare Antique China

Materials

Elm

Antique Shanxi Province Rare Elm Coffee Table with Hand Carved Apron
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Shanxi Province Rare Elm Table with Hand Carved Apron
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rare Antique China

Materials

Elm, Lacquer

Set of Three 19th Century Chinese Export Pith Paintings of Junks
Located in Norton, MA
A charming and rare set of 3 Chinese gouaches of sailing vessels/ junks, painted on pith paper, no
Category

19th Century Chinese Rare Antique China

Materials

Paper

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Red Lacquered Tables
Located in Dallas, TX
A large and rare pair of 19th century Chinese red lacquered tables with etched lacquered
Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Rare Antique China

Materials

Wood

A Rare and Early Pair of Carved Wood baku Architectural Elements, 14th-16th
Located in London, GB
A Rare and Early Pair of Carved Wood 'baku' Architectural Elements, 14th-16th Century, Japan, late
Category

15th Century and Earlier Chinese Rare Antique China

Materials

Wood

Chinese Export Reverse Glass Portrait Painting of an Opium Maiden, circa 1880
Located in Kinderhook, NY
A wonderful and extremely rare last quarter 19th century Chinese export for the Anglo-Indian market
Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rare Antique China

Materials

Paint, Giltwood, Glass

Lovely Chinese Export circa 1920 Antique Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Table Lamp
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare hand painted and lacquered Chinese Export circa
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1920s Chinese Chinese Export Rare Antique China

Materials

Wood

Extremely Rare Tibetan Antique Felt Rug, 18th Century
Located in Ferrara, IT
. This is an extremely rare piece that has been mounted on a black backing to preserve it. Its design
Category

18th Century Chinese Other Rare Antique China

Materials

Wool

Chinese Qing Pair Jun-Ware Liver Red Glazed Foo Dogs
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A rare and attractive pair Chinese Qing Jun-ware Foo dogs decorated in liver red glazes and dating
Category

1850s Chinese Qing Rare Antique China

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Cloisonne Elephant Ginger Jar
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Rare and unusual antique Chinese ginger jar handcrafted in a cloisonne technique, decorated with
Category

Early 20th Century Folk Art Rare Antique China

Materials

Metal

Antique 16k Gold Chinese Qianlong Cloisonne Enamel Snuff Bottle Mark Period
Located in Portland, OR
A fine & rare antique Imperial Chinese Qing dynasty solid gold & cloisonne enamel snuff bottle
Category

18th Century Chinese Qing Rare Antique China

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Antique Chinese Snuff Bottle Lapis Lazuli Gemstone Carved Late Qing Dynasty Blue
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A rare carved antique Chinese lapis lazuli stone snuff bottle of the late Qing Dynasty. Finely
Category

Early 1900s Chinese Qing Rare Antique China

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

Antique 18th/19th century Dutch rare Black Airtwist Glasses and coupes
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Great set with many glasses. Rare black airtwist
Category

18th Century Chinese Rare Antique China

Materials

Crystal

Antique Chinese Floral Design Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
during their time. Today, it’s incredibly rare to find a Chinese carpet from the 17th or 18th century
Category

Early 1900s Asian Other Rare Antique China

Materials

Wool, Cotton

19th Century Chinese Silk Embroidered Ceremonial Jacket in Display Picture Frame
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this very rare 19th century Chinese silk embroidered ceremonial robe in a
Category

19th Century Chinese Victorian Rare Antique China

Materials

Silk

Antique Chinese Mutton Fat Jade Earrings Lotus Flowers Vases Gilt Metal Feathers
Located in Munich, Bavaria
These rare earrings were handcrafted in China in the last quarter of the nineteenth century. A
Category

1870s Chinese Rare Antique China

Materials

Jade, Gilt Metal

Rose Medallion Chinese Export Covered Chamber Bowl 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Rare early Canton Chinese Export porcelain Rose Medallion bowl with lid, depicting florals, birds
Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Rare Antique China

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Bowl With Landscape, Jiajing – Wanli Period 1560-1600
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely decorated piece. A rare type with landscape China Jingdezhen kilns Ming Dynastie, Jiajing or
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16th Century Chinese Rare Antique China

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Pith Painting of Fish
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Rare framed and matted antique Chinese painting of fish. Painted on pith paper with gouache in bold
Category

Early 19th Century Other Art Style Rare Antique China

Materials

Gouache

Chinese Pith Painting of Fish
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Rare framed and matted antique Chinese painting of fish. Painted on pith paper with gouache in bold
Category

Early 19th Century Other Art Style Rare Antique China

Materials

Gouache

Chinese Pith Painting of Fish
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Rare framed and matted antique Chinese painting of fish. Painted on pith paper with gouache in bold
Category

Early 19th Century Other Art Style Rare Antique China

Materials

Gouache

Antique Chinese Porcelain Bowl With Crane, Jiajing – Wanli Period 1560-1600
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely decorated piece. A rare type China Jingdezhen kilns Ming Dynastie, Jiajing reign (1522-1566
Category

16th Century Chinese Rare Antique China

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Floral Design Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
during their time. Today, it’s incredibly rare to find a Chinese carpet from the 17th or 18th century
Category

Early 1900s Asian Other Rare Antique China

Materials

Wool, Cotton

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Rare Antique China For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal rare antique China for your home. A rare antique China — often made from wood, ceramic and metal — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the rare antique China you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A rare antique China is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Georgian, Folk Art and Victorian styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made rare antique China over the years, but those crafted by Wang Hing Co., Minton and Mason's Ironstone are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Rare Antique China?

A rare antique China can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,918, while the lowest priced sells for $250 and the highest can go for as much as $466,692.
Questions About Rare Antique China
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify an antique china pattern, you can either conduct research using trusted online resources or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. If you prefer to perform the research yourself, start by identifying the maker using the backstamps, usually located on the bottoms of china pieces. Once you know who the maker is, search for online catalogues and image galleries and browse them for similar patterns. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique china.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    For an item to be considered antique, it needs to be 100 years or older. It can be tricky to determine the age of a cabinet on your own. The best way to determine the value and age of your china cabinet is to work with a certified appraiser. You’ll find expertly vetted antique china cabinets and other furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique blue and white china are known as Flow Blue. Flow Blue was popular during the Victorian era and is still highly coveted by collectors for its eye-catching design and hazy patterns. Browse a wide selection of authentic Flow Blue dishware and serve ware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    How much an antique china cabinet is worth depends on the style of the cabinet, age and condition. Any additional features/decorative touches might increase the worth of the cabinet. That is, a cabinet with hand painting or carving will cost more in general. Also, the older the cabinet, the more its value. An antique china cabinet can be purchased for $1500 onwards. Find a collection of antique china cabinets today on 1stDibs.