Qing 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
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
White-glazed Circular Box and Cover, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Era, Circa 1690
Located in seoul, KR
White glazed box from the Qing dynasty Vung Tau cargo. An identical piece is included on page 459 of the Vung Tau catalog titled 'Christies Amsterdam 19...
Category
1690s Vietnamese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
18th Century Chinese Stone Guardian Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
This ancient stone guardian lion shizi was carved by hand out of a single block of limestone. The artisan beckoned the guardian out from the stone, manipulating the unyielding materi...
Category
Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Limestone
Chicken Pattern Blue and White Saucer c 1725, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Era
Located in seoul, KR
Two roosters are depicted with great precision and skill, surrounded by a landscape featuring rocks and a railing. The motif of roosters and natural elements is traditionally symboli...
Category
1720s Vietnamese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Passing Boat And Bridge
Blue And White Saucer C 1725, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng
Located in seoul, KR
With a medallion of two boats sailing together, passing an island on which a solitary figure stands by or on a bridge, the rim with a narrow heringbone pattern, the reverse glazed ca...
Category
Late 17th Century Vietnamese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Blue and White Bowl Circa 1725, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Era
Located in seoul, KR
Bowl decorated with beautiful floral and bird pattern. Cracks on surface due to underwater excavation condition. Relatively rare piece among Ca Mau ship pieces.
Period : Qing Dynast...
Category
1720s Vietnamese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Leaf Passing Blue and White Saucer Circa 1725, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Reign
Located in seoul, KR
The ceramic portrays a tranquil scene set against a backdrop typical of the Shan Shui tradition, which emphasizes the symbiotic relationship between humans and nature. In the center ...
Category
1720s Vietnamese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Blue and White
Cranes in pond
Dish, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Era, Circa 1690
Located in seoul, KR
At the center, it features five elegant cranes depicted against a pond setting, each portrayed in varying postures. The background harmoniously incorporates lotus flowers and other aquatic plants. Cranes in East Asian culture symbolize purity, longevity, and loyalty, and their depiction here enhances the themes of peace and harmony. The outer rim of the plate is encircled by a continuous lattice border, within which are alternately placed floral and geometric patterns, delicately executed.
Period : Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period
Production Date : 1690-1699
Made in : Jingdezhen
Destination : Netherland
Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Vung Tau ship
Size : 20cm (Diameter) x 3.5cm (Height)
Condition : Excellent
Reference : Double checked with reference to the original catalogues
1) Christies Amsterdam 1992 - Vung Tau Cargo / Christies
2) Qing Dynasty Export Blue and White(淸代外销靑花瓷) - Vung Tau Cargo Catalogue / Guangxi Fine Art Publishing House
3) Asian Ceramic Found along Maritime Silk Route / National Maritime Museum of Korea
* Vung Tau Cargo Porcelain...
Category
1690s Vietnamese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Set of 2 Antique Chinese Porcelain Plates Kangxi/Yongzheng Period Blue White
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated pair of plates with nice symbolism.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Region of Origin: China
Period: 18th century
Emperor: Yongzheng (17...
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$628 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Deep Dish Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Qianlong, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated serving dish. Qianlong period. Lovely balance.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Decoration Type / Colour: Blue & White
Region of Origin:...
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Ca 1740-1750 Chinese Porcelain Qianlong Creamer Famille Rose
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated creamer/jug. Yongzheng / Qianlong period. Great decoration in Famille Rose / Fencai
Condition
Lid with restuck knot and also some damage to knot. Rim lid wi...
Category
18th Century Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$852 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 3 Antique Chinese Porcelain Blue White Set Dinner Plates, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated Set of 3 dishes, landscape scene.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Decoration Type / Colour: Blue & White
Region of Origin: China
Empero...
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$1,179 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Ca 1780-1800 Qianlong/Jiaqing Islamic Chinese Porcelain Serving Dish
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
An excellent and unusual serving dish for the Islamic market. Qianlong or Jiaqing in our opinion.
A very nice and unusual decoration.
Condition
1 filled chip to underside rim with...
Category
Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$2,834 Sale Price
20% Off
Blue and White Saucer, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Era, Circa 1690
Located in seoul, KR
It features a complex design with a central circular motif surrounded by eight petal-like sections, each intricately adorned with various botanical and geometric patterns, creating a symmetrical arrangement.
The number 8 in Chinese culture is associated with prosperity and is considered very auspicious. This may reflect the traditional Chinese cosmological concept of the "Bagua," which are eight trigrams used in Taoist philosophy to represent fundamental principles of reality, seen in various aspects of Chinese culture, including the I Ching and Feng Shui.
The central circle with radiating petals is also a representation of perfect geometric harmony, reflecting the balance and unity which are key elements in Chinese aesthetics. The use of symmetry and balance is seen as a way to represent the harmony of the universe.
Period : Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period
Production Date : 1690-1699
Made in : Jingdezhen
Destination : Netherland
Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Vung Tau ship
Size : 12.5cm (Diameter)
Condition : Excellent
Reference : Double checked with reference to the original catalogues
1) Christies Amsterdam 1992 - Vung Tau Cargo / Christies
2) Qing Dynasty Export Blue and White(淸代外销靑花瓷) - Vung Tau Cargo Catalogue / Guangxi Fine Art Publishing House
3) Asian Ceramic Found along Maritime Silk Route / National Maritime Museum of Korea
* Vung Tau Cargo Porcelain...
Category
1690s Vietnamese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
17th Century Set of 8 Chinese Lacquer Silver Cups with Mother of Pearls
Located in Brea, CA
Antique 17th century set of 8 Chinese lacquer cups with silver liner in interior of each cup with color of mother of pearls.
Category
17th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Lacquer
Mid-size Octagonal Saucer, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi era, circa 1690.
Located in seoul, KR
The design features a central medallion surrounded by eight panels, each intricately painted with traditional Chinese botanical and floral motifs.
The number 8 in Chinese culture is associated with prosperity and is considered very auspicious. This may reflect the traditional Chinese cosmological concept of the "Bagua," which are eight trigrams used in Taoist philosophy to represent fundamental principles of reality, seen in various aspects of Chinese culture, including the I Ching and Feng Shui.
The central circle with radiating petals is also a representation of perfect geometric harmony, reflecting the balance and unity which are key elements in Chinese aesthetics. The use of symmetry and balance is seen as a way to represent the harmony of the universe.
Period : Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period
Production Date : 1690-1699
Made in : Jingdezhen
Destination : Netherland
Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Vung Tau...
Category
1690s Vietnamese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Period Carved Lohan Figure
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 18th century Chinese Qing period carved Lohan figure in draped robes. Very finely carved heavy dark rosewood. The aged surface patina with tight gra...
Category
Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Three Small White-glazed Circular Boxes and Coveres, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Era, C
Located in seoul, KR
Three White glazed boxes from the Qing dynasty Vung Tau cargo. Identical pieces are included on page 459 of the Vung Tau catalog titled 'Christies Amste...
Category
1690s Vietnamese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Passing Boats And Figure Teabowl And Saucer C 1725, Qing Dynasty Yongzheng Era
Located in seoul, KR
With a medallion of two boats sailing together, passing an island on which a solitary figure stands by or on a bridge, the rim with stone or flower pattern, the reverse glazed cafe-a...
Category
1720s Vietnamese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Three Blue and White Miniature Vases, C 1725, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Era
Located in seoul, KR
During Yongzheng era, such miniatures were appreciated for their craftsmanship and aesthetic value. They were also often used in scholars' studios as part of the 'wenfang', or study ...
Category
1720s Vietnamese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Famille Rose/Verte Ewer, Qing Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
Beautiful flowers and scenary painted familie rose/verte ceramic ewer from Qing dynasty. Excavated from cargo underwater.
This piece is from the early Qing dynasty, and it is not cl...
Category
17th Century Vietnamese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
18th C. Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Mandarin 3-Piece Vase Garniture Set
Located in New York, NY
An 18th century Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Mandarin 3-Piece vase Garniture Set. A status symbol between the 17th and 19th centuries, most garniture sets have by now been damaged or broken up with the individual pieces sold off. Few complete sets now exist, and even fewer survive in their original state, which makes this beautifully painted set of three Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose vases so much more special. With mandarin orange and gilt unusually bold and swooping dragon handles, each delicately decorated vase is completed with a lid seating a gloriously pompous foo dog. The bodies are decorated with hand painted famille rose flowerpot cartouches, as well as, chirping birds, and banded flowers and vines.
The exquisite hand painted tastefully colored floral displays each with their own hand painted vase creates a freshness and inspires within us the IDEA for further additions of fresh flowers within the home. One of the porcelain, three (3) piece garniture set, is smaller and has a variation of banded colors around its fluted foot, lending just the right amount of visual variation to this gorgeous trio. The white porcelain bulbous bodies are further decorated with colorful insects...
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Shell-Inlaid Lacquer Box with Old Man and Children Design, Qing Period
Located in Chuo-ku, Tokyo
This is gorgeous and decorative stationary box decorated with "Raden" work with mother of pearl shell shining in seven colors. Raden work using mother of pearl shell shining in seven...
Category
17th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Shell, Wood
A Finely Cast Standing Bronze Figure of Guanyin, 17th / 18th Century
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The finely cast bronze figure of Guanyin - Bodhisattva Goddess of Compassion, Kindness & Mercy.
Shown wearing an outer robe finely modelled with cascading folds tied at her waist, h...
Category
1690s Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Bronze
17th Century Chinese Bronze Censer
Cover with Jade Finial Top and Wood Base
Located in New York, NY
A Fantastic and Rare 17th century Chinese Patinated Bronze Censer & Cover with Jade Finial Top and Wood Base. The body of this censor is intricately decorated with Archaistic decoration in hand-chassed relief. The wooden lid is designed with a foliate, leaf-like form, with a gorgeous white jade finial in the shape of a lotus leaf. The gorgeous tripod censer stands...
Category
1690s Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Blanc de Chine Porcelain Buddha Figure
Located in Dallas, TX
A Dehua figure of Buddha, Qing dynasty, early 18th century.
Category
Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Qianlong Period Blue and White Charger 1736-1795
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Qianlong period blue and white charger
Date : 1735-1795
Period : Qianlong
Origin : China
Colour : Blue and white
Pattern : Painted with concentric narrow and broad bands o...
Category
1750s Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
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 Kangxi bowl.
What you see is a Jingdezhen made porcelain bowl from around 1710-1730. Later decorated in Holland
...
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Price Upon Request
Large Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi/Yongzheng Period Dish Flower Basket
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A lovely Kangxi/Yongzheng period Plate dating to around 1720-1730. This is a Famille Everything piece. Late Kangxi early Yongzheng. From the period that the producer in Jingdezhen co...
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Qing Dynasty Chinese Porcelain Amsterdams Bont Plate, 1730-1750
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this very nicely decorated plate. What you see is a Jingdezhen made porcelain dish from around 1720-1730. Later decorated with a Rare type of decoration in Red, Gree...
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Price Upon Request
Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Period Flowers Landscape Plate Dish, 1690-1710
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A lovely Kangxi period Plate dating to around 1690-1710. Landscape scenes at the base also. Marked at base with an incense burner mark.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain &...
Category
17th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Charger Southeast Asia Bencharong, 18C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Charger with nice green enamels.
We think it could be a pre Bencharong / Pre Nyonya plate/charger. We call this style Pre Bencharong because it...
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Plate Anhua Fencai Porcelain Famille Rose China Qianlong, 1736-1795
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A fine antique Chinese plate, made during the Qianlong period. Flower in the rim and anhua decoration in the centre.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Region of ...
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Kangxi Chinese Porcelain Thai Market Dish Bencharong, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely Chinese porcelain 18th c dish from the late 18th c.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Region of Origin: China, South East Asia
Period: 18th century
Empero...
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Price Upon Request
Top Condition
Rare Qianlong Famille Rose Porcelain Plate Chinese Qing, 18th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Top Condition & Rare Qianlong Famille Rose Porcelain Plate Chinese Qing, 18th Century
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Type: Plates
Region of Origin: China
Empe...
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Qing Dynasty Chinese Porcelain Tobacco Leaf Amsterdams Bont, 1750
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this very nicely decorated plate. What you see is a Jingdezhen made porcelain dish from around 1710-1730. Later decorated in Holland
Additional information:
Materia...
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Qing Dynasty Chinese Porcelain Dishes Blue and White China, 1720
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this very nicely decorated set.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Type: Plates
Region of Origin: China
Period: 18th century
China Dynasty Perio...
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Price Upon Request
Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Blue
White Plate Xieyi Landscape, ca 1700
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated plate with a landscape Scene. Kangxi period. Great decoration in semi kraak style with a typical sketchy Ming landscape deriving from Ming. Lacking any figur...
Category
17th Century Chinese Antique Qing Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Qing furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Qing furniture for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include asian art and furniture, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Qing furniture made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and China pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Wang Hing
Co., Satsuma, Copeland Spode, and Cornelis Pronk. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $38 and tops out at $188,800 while the average work can sell for $2,474.
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