Qing Bedroom Furniture
QING STYLE
The last imperial dynasty from 1644 to 1912 was a time of change in China, beginning with the invasion by Manchurian forces that ended the Ming dynasty and established the Shunzhi Emperor. The expansion of exportation and trade that had bolstered the arts during the Ming era continued, as Qing dynasty furniture involved the same attention to craftsmanship with expert construction techniques in hardwood pieces that were assembled with mortise and tenon joints rather than nails or glue. Together, these eras comprise a golden age of Chinese furniture design.
Ming-style furniture is simple and elegant with clean lines. Chairs of the period and other Ming furniture made an impression on Scandinavian modernist Hans Wegner and his streamlined seating, for example. Whereas Qing-style furniture is elaborate, with an increasing influence from the West leading to lavish carving inspired by the European Baroque and Rococo styles. And while many of the forms that define examples of the latter are common within classical Chinese furniture, such as curving and folding chairs as well as large screens, Qing designs are laden with ornamentation. Frequently, the carved motifs and inlaid designs in mother-of-pearl were auspicious, such as peonies for wealth or dragons for luck. Bats were symbols of happiness in the design of Qing furniture, with one of the characters in the word for bat, bianfu, being a homophone for fu, or “fortune.”
While several types of wood were used in the construction of Qing beds, tables, storage pieces and seating, today’s collectors know that the most prized were the rare rosewoods zitan and huanghuali. They were both sourced from Hainan, China’s largest island, and are marked by a rich luster that occurs naturally, without the application of lacquer or other decorative materials. Many of the most popular woods were imported from southeast Asia, adding to their value. Red sandalwood was also sought after for its durability and connection with Chinese medicine, with some chairs being made for health benefits.
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Style: Qing
Chinese Red Lacquer Canopy Bed with Footrest, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
A Chinese canopy bed, or marriage bed, was the most important part of a bride's dowry and was the central feature of her personal quarters. Traditionally, beds were central to Chines...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Elm, Reed
Chinese Two Door Locking Cabinet, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This small locking cabinet from the late 19th century has a richly aged patina that only time can achieve. Crafted of pine with a burgundy lacquer finish, the two-door cabinet has a ...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Bedroom Furniture
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Pine
Chinese Lattice Canopy Bed, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
A Chinese canopy bed, or marriage bed, was the most important part of a bride's dowry and was the central feature of her personal quarters. Traditionally, beds were central to Chines...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Bedroom Furniture
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Elm
Chinese Woven Top Canopy Bed, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
A Chinese canopy bed was typically part of a bride's dowry or a gift to a courtesan. It grew to be an important household status symbol, and the sub...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Elm
Lacquered Chinese Locking Cabinet, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted of elm with a dark lacquer finish, this small locking cabinet from the mid-19th century embodies the refined simplicity of Ming-dynasty furniture. Following the design of tra...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Elm
Chinese Two Door Keeper
s Cabinet, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This 19th-century locking cabinet from Shanxi province is the perfect place to stow household odds and ends. Crafted with traditional joinery, the small cabinet has an overhung top, ...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Elm
Pair of Chinese Oxblood Red Harmony Trunks, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
This statement pair of storage trunks from northern China accent modern interiors with rich color, hand-painted artistry and a weathered texture that only time can achieve. Dated to ...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Bedroom Furniture
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Wood
Qing Dynasty Period Red Lacquer Bedside Cabinet with Hand-Painted Décor
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period red lacquer bedside cabinet from the 19th century with hand-painted décor and golden highlights. Showcasing stunning craftsmanship and artistic vision, ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Bedside Cabinet with 4 Drawers and Rectangular Top
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period bedside cabinet from the early 20th century with four drawers and double doors. This late Qing Dynasty period bedside cabinet exudes charm from the...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Brass
Late Qing Dynasty Period Bedside Wooden Cabinet with Two Small Doors
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period wooden bedside cabinet from early 20th century, with two doors, carved apron and weathered patina. Created in China during the late Qing Dynasty in...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Chinese Low Two-Door Cabinets, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Exquisitely carved over a century ago in China’s Shanxi province, this pair of mid-19th century elmwood cabinets would have been placed upon a kang bed and us...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Brass
$4,280 / set
Chinese Two-Drawer Table, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
The worn edges and rich patina of this two-drawer table serve to outline this 19th century provincial table’s elegant lines. Made of northern Chinese elm (yumu) favored by woodworker...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Elm
Late Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Bedside Cabinet with Carved Décor
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period bedside cabinet from the early 20th century, with red lacquer, two doors, hidden drawers, carved décor and brass hardwa...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Brass
Provincial Chinese Two Drawer Table, circa 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Used as a family altar table or for general storage, this 19th century coffer is decorated with intricate carvings of round chrysanthemum blossoms,...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Elm
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Pair of Black Lacquer Nightstands Tables with Antique Stone Inset Tops
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Biedermeier Nightstand or Small Cabinet
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This original 19th century Biedermeier Nightstand has a very pretty walnut veneer.
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Chinese Red Lacquer Qing Style Cabinet, 20th Century
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A unique Chinese Cabinet in Red Lacquer and gilt finish with beautiful butterfly hardware. This cabinet appears to be 20th century but does have attributes of a 19th Century piece th...
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20th Century Pair of Biedermeier Nightstands with One Drawer
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Chinese Crackle Lacquer Locking Cabinet, c. 1800
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Pair of Chinese Black Lacquer Locking Chests, c. 1850
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Perfecting line and proportion, the simple design of these small locking chests celebrates the restraint of classic Chinese furniture forms. Crafted of elm (yumu) using mortise-and-t...
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Chinese Black Lacquer Locking Chest, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Bedroom Furniture
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19th Century Chinese Antique Lacquered Bedside Cabinet
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period bedside cabinet from the 19th century with dark lacquer, hand-painted scenes on the doors and brass hardware. Invite a touch of ethereal elegance to you...
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Chinese Qing Dynasty Period 19th Century Bedside Cabinet with Original Lacquer
Located in Yonkers, NY
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H 27.5 in W 22.5 in D 17 in
Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Bedside Cabinets with Butterfly Décor
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Chinese Quadrilobe Side Table, c. 1850
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Chinese Quadrilobe Side Table, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
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Chinese Black Lacquer Display Table, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Popularized during the Ming dynasty (1368-1644), tall display tables such as this were used to display precious objects, serve tea, or elevate burning incense. This example dates to ...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Bedroom Furniture
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Qing Dynasty Green Lacquer Chinese 19th Century Bedside Cabinet with Two Doors
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period green lacquer bedside cabinet from the 19th century, with removable top and brass hardware. Created in China during the 19th century, this bedside cabinet attracts our attention with its green lacquer complimenting the linear silhouette beautifully. Showcasing a removable top, the cabinet presents two doors on the façade, fitted with leaf pulls. Raised on four short feet with horse hoof extremities in the front, this 19th century Qing Dynasty Chinese cabinet...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Bedroom Furniture
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Brass
H 22.75 in W 22 in D 20 in
Chinese Red Lacquer Two Door Cabinet, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This red lacquer chest honors the clean lines and balanced proportions of classic Chinese furniture design. Originally used for general household storage, the cabinet has a square-co...
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Brass
Qing bedroom furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Qing bedroom furniture for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Early 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage bedroom furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, tables, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Qing bedroom furniture made in a specific country, there are Asia, China, and East Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for bedroom furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,300 and tops out at $22,800 while the average work can sell for $2,890.
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