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Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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.

Find a collection of antique Qing tea tables, stools, benches, decorative objects and more furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Qing
Qing Dynasty Period Brown Lacquered Coffee Table with Original Finish
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Chinese Qing Dynasty period low coffee table from the 19th century with original rubbed patina and six drawers. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty (1636–1912), this low tabl...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Qing Dynasty Period Brown Lacquered Coffee Table with Original Finish
Qing Dynasty Period Brown Lacquered Coffee Table with Original Finish

Qing Dynasty Period Brown Lacquered Coffee Table with Original Finish

$4,590
Large Chinese Lacquer and Rattan Day Bed
Located in Austin, TX
An oversized, beautifully proportioned daybed, suitable for use as a centre table. Subtle, low relief carved key fret pattern and horse hoof legs complete a fine and elegant example ...
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Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Elm, Rattan

Large Chinese Lacquer and Rattan Day Bed
Large Chinese Lacquer and Rattan Day Bed

Large Chinese Lacquer and Rattan Day Bed

$9,500
Qing Dynasty Elm Lohan Bed Coffee Table with Hand-Woven Rattan Top
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Chinese Qing Dynasty period elm wood coffee table from the early 20th century, with hand-woven rattan top inset, square legs, open apron and pillar strut motifs. Created in China during the late Qing Dynasty period, this coffee table was originally made from a cut down Lohan bed, also called an opium smokers' bed. The table showcases a rectangular top with hand-woven rattan inset and slightly tapering edges, sitting above an open apron accented with a regular rhythm of pillar strut style motifs. It is raised on four sturdy square-shaped legs giving great stability to the ensemble. The design is the same on all sides, the table will be able to float in a room and be seen from all angles. We review all of our pieces and address issues we may find before they leave for your home; however, this is an antique piece, and as such it will keep its character and some imperfections, which is the quintessence of antique and vintage furniture. With its clean lines and warm brown patina, this Chinese Qing Dynasty elm wood and rattan coffee table...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rattan, Elm

Qing Dynasty Elm Lohan Bed Coffee Table with Hand-Woven Rattan Top
Qing Dynasty Elm Lohan Bed Coffee Table with Hand-Woven Rattan Top

Qing Dynasty Elm Lohan Bed Coffee Table with Hand-Woven Rattan Top

$6,500
Antique Qing Dynasty Chinese Burl Root Wood Coffee Table
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and most impressive Qing Dynasty (1636-1912) burled rootwood low table with inset Songhua river stone panels. 18th/19th century, Provincial China, hand-crafted one-of-a-kin...
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Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stone

Antique Qing Dynasty Chinese Burl Root Wood Coffee Table
Antique Qing Dynasty Chinese Burl Root Wood Coffee Table

Antique Qing Dynasty Chinese Burl Root Wood Coffee Table

$18,500
Rich Brown Square Shaped Coffee Table with Spacious Top
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period square top coffee table from the early 20th century with pierced apron, pillar strut motifs, humpback stretchers on all sides and horsehoof extremi...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Rich Brown Square Shaped Coffee Table with Spacious Top
Rich Brown Square Shaped Coffee Table with Spacious Top

Rich Brown Square Shaped Coffee Table with Spacious Top

$2,700
Shanxi Province Qing Dynasty Elmwood Coffee Table with Woven Rattan Top
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Chinese Qing Dynasty period elm Shanxi Province coffee table from the 19th century, with woven rattan top and curving legs. Created in the North-Eastern province of Shanxi...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rattan, Elm

Shanxi Province Qing Dynasty Elmwood Coffee Table with Woven Rattan Top
Shanxi Province Qing Dynasty Elmwood Coffee Table with Woven Rattan Top

Shanxi Province Qing Dynasty Elmwood Coffee Table with Woven Rattan Top

$4,800
Qing Dynasty Elm Opium Bed Coffee Table with Rattan Top and Distressing
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large Chinese Qing Dynasty period elm wood opium bed coffee table from the 19th century, with hand-woven rattan top and original lacquer. Crea...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rattan, Elm

Qing Dynasty Elm Opium Bed Coffee Table with Rattan Top and Distressing
Qing Dynasty Elm Opium Bed Coffee Table with Rattan Top and Distressing

Qing Dynasty Elm Opium Bed Coffee Table with Rattan Top and Distressing

$6,900
19th Century, China Burl Wood Top with Contemporary Repoussé Brass Base Table
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A one of a kind table consisting of an antique burl wood top from the 19th century circa late Ching dynasty and a contemporary Robert Kuo hand repo...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

19th Century, China Burl Wood Top with Contemporary Repoussé Brass Base Table
19th Century, China Burl Wood Top with Contemporary Repoussé Brass Base Table

19th Century, China Burl Wood Top with Contemporary Repoussé Brass Base Table

$10,800
Ceramic Faux Bamboo Planter Glass Top Cocktail Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Striking Asian style style ceramic planter or jardinaire box with removable top panels featuring a square shaped pane of glass on top. The ceramic frame is heavy and solid with 1 inc...
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20th Century Chinese Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Glass

Ceramic Faux Bamboo Planter Glass Top Cocktail Table
Ceramic Faux Bamboo Planter Glass Top Cocktail Table

Ceramic Faux Bamboo Planter Glass Top Cocktail Table

$2,000
Chow Legs Dark Lacquered Coffee Table with Gloss Patina, Antique
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period dark lacquered coffee table with chow legs and restored gloss patina. This Chinese late Qing Dynasty period coffee table is a striking piece that m...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Chow Legs Dark Lacquered Coffee Table with Gloss Patina, Antique
Chow Legs Dark Lacquered Coffee Table with Gloss Patina, Antique

Chow Legs Dark Lacquered Coffee Table with Gloss Patina, Antique

$3,300
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Wooden Coffee Table with Chow Style Legs
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Chinese Qing Dynasty coffee table from the 19th century, with waisted top and carved motifs. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty era, this coffee table features a rec...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Wooden Coffee Table with Chow Style Legs
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Wooden Coffee Table with Chow Style Legs

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Wooden Coffee Table with Chow Style Legs

$2,500
Qing Dynasty Elmwood Lohan Bed Coffee Table with Hand-Woven Rattan Top
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Chinese Qing Dynasty period elm wood coffee table from the 19th century, with hand-woven rattan top inset, square legs, open apron and pillar strut motifs. Created in China, this low table was originally made from a cut down Lohan bed, also called an opium smokers' bed. The table showcases a rectangular top with hand-woven rattan inset and slightly beveled edges, sitting above an open apron accented with a regular rhythm of pillar strut style motifs. It is raised on four sturdy square-shaped legs giving great stability to the ensemble. The design is the same on all sides, the table will be able to float in a room and be seen from all angles. We review all of our pieces and address issues we may find before they leave for your home; however, this is an antique piece, and as such it will keep its character and some imperfections, which is the quintessence of antique and vintage furniture. With its clean lines and warm brown patina, this Chinese Qing Dynasty elm wood and rattan coffee table...
Category

19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rattan, Elm

Qing Dynasty Elmwood Lohan Bed Coffee Table with Hand-Woven Rattan Top
Qing Dynasty Elmwood Lohan Bed Coffee Table with Hand-Woven Rattan Top

Qing Dynasty Elmwood Lohan Bed Coffee Table with Hand-Woven Rattan Top

$4,500
Late Qing Dynasty Period Elm Coffee Table with Square Legs and Rattan Inset Top
Located in Yonkers, NY
A late Qing Dynasty period elm coffee table from the early 20th century, with square legs, pillar-shaped strut motifs and rattan inset. Born during the early 20th century, this late ...
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rattan, Elm

Late Qing Dynasty Period Elm Coffee Table with Square Legs and Rattan Inset Top
Late Qing Dynasty Period Elm Coffee Table with Square Legs and Rattan Inset Top

Late Qing Dynasty Period Elm Coffee Table with Square Legs and Rattan Inset Top

$3,500
Chinese 19th Century Qing Dynasty Coffee Table with Distressed Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period coffee table from the 19th century, with nicely distressed patina. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty, this low table, originally used as a bench, features a rectangular single plank top sitting above a simply carved apron. Boasting a nicely distressed patina, the table is raised on four straight legs connected to one another through double stretchers on the sides. With its clean lines and weathered appearance, this Qing Dynasty coffee table...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Chinese 19th Century Qing Dynasty Coffee Table with Distressed Patina
Chinese 19th Century Qing Dynasty Coffee Table with Distressed Patina

Chinese 19th Century Qing Dynasty Coffee Table with Distressed Patina

$4,800
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Low Distressed Side Table with Humpback Stretchers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period distressed low table from the 19th century with humpback stretchers and horse hoof feet. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty period, this low table...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Low Distressed Side Table with Humpback Stretchers
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Low Distressed Side Table with Humpback Stretchers

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Low Distressed Side Table with Humpback Stretchers

$1,800
Red and Black Antique Coffee Table with Two Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period red and black lacquer coffee table from the 19th century, with four drawers, brass hardware and straight legs. Experience the timeless elegance of this ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Red and Black Antique Coffee Table with Two Drawers
Red and Black Antique Coffee Table with Two Drawers

Red and Black Antique Coffee Table with Two Drawers

$2,800
Late Qing Dynasty Pine Chest with Brass Hardware and Bracket Feet
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period refinished pine chest from the early 20th century, with carved feet and brass hardware. Created in China during the late Qing Dynasty period in the...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Late Qing Dynasty Pine Chest with Brass Hardware and Bracket Feet
Late Qing Dynasty Pine Chest with Brass Hardware and Bracket Feet

Late Qing Dynasty Pine Chest with Brass Hardware and Bracket Feet

$1,740
18th/19th Century Qing Dynasty Chinese Root-Wood Low Table
Located in Forney, TX
A rare Chinese ebonized rootwood table, Qing Dynasty, dating to the second half of the 18th century to early 19th century. The impressive black lacquere...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

18th/19th Century Qing Dynasty Chinese Root-Wood Low Table
18th/19th Century Qing Dynasty Chinese Root-Wood Low Table

18th/19th Century Qing Dynasty Chinese Root-Wood Low Table

$8,500
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Dark Red Lacquer Coffee Table with Rattan Top
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Chinese Qing Dynasty period dark red lacquer wooden low coffee table from the 19th century, with rattan top, low-relief carved meander motifs and spandrels. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty in the 19th century, this low coffee table features a rectangular top with woven rattan inset, sitting above two recessed panels adorned with a careful arrangement of meander motifs carved in low-relief. Raised on four straight feet with carved scrolling spandrels on the front and strengthened with side stretchers, the table boasts an elegant dark reddish brown lacquered finish. With its small proportions and skillfully carved décor, this antique 19th century Qing Dynasty period Chinese low coffee...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Dark Red Lacquer Coffee Table with Rattan Top
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Dark Red Lacquer Coffee Table with Rattan Top

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Dark Red Lacquer Coffee Table with Rattan Top

$1,800
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Lacquered Wood Low Table with Cabriole Legs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing dynasty period lacquered low table from the 19th century with carved apron and cabriole legs. Born in China during the 19th century, this exquisite low table features ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Lacquered Wood Low Table with Cabriole Legs
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Lacquered Wood Low Table with Cabriole Legs

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Lacquered Wood Low Table with Cabriole Legs

$1,350
Qing 19th Century Coffee Table with Storage and Painted Floral Decor
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing dynasty period low coffee table with storage from the 19th century, with hand painted floral decor. Crafted in China during the 19th century, this low coffee table cha...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Qing 19th Century Coffee Table with Storage and Painted Floral Decor
Qing 19th Century Coffee Table with Storage and Painted Floral Decor

Qing 19th Century Coffee Table with Storage and Painted Floral Decor

$2,750
Chinese Low Eight Treasure Table, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th century low waisted table from China's Anhui province is trimmed with an elegant "water stopping" beaded edge and cloaked in a beautifull...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Chinese Low Eight Treasure Table, c. 1900
Chinese Low Eight Treasure Table, c. 1900

Chinese Low Eight Treasure Table, c. 1900

$2,980
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Carved Low Elm Table with Ming Stone Inset
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty low elm table from the 19th century, with Ming stone inset, carved spandrels and recessed cartouches. Created in China during the Qin...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stone

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Carved Low Elm Table with Ming Stone Inset
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Carved Low Elm Table with Ming Stone Inset

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Carved Low Elm Table with Ming Stone Inset

$1,850
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Wooden Coffee Table with Stained Glass Top
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period wooden coffee table from the 19th century with stained glass top and openwork motifs. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty, this coffee table featur...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stained Glass, Wood

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Wooden Coffee Table with Stained Glass Top
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Wooden Coffee Table with Stained Glass Top

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Wooden Coffee Table with Stained Glass Top

$3,500
Chinese Late Qing Low Table with Two Drawers and Custom Grey Silver Lacquer
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty low table from the early 20th century, with two drawers, horse hoof legs, slightly recessed top, newly and professio...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Chinese Late Qing Low Table with Two Drawers and Custom Grey Silver Lacquer
Chinese Late Qing Low Table with Two Drawers and Custom Grey Silver Lacquer

Chinese Late Qing Low Table with Two Drawers and Custom Grey Silver Lacquer

$1,850
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Coffee Table with Rattan Insert Top and Carved Apron
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period coffee table from the 19th century, with rattan top insert. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty, this coffee table features a rectangular top with ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Coffee Table with Rattan Insert Top and Carved Apron
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Coffee Table with Rattan Insert Top and Carved Apron

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Coffee Table with Rattan Insert Top and Carved Apron

$3,800
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Shop Sign with Calligraphy Made into a Coffee Table
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Qing dynasty period shop sign from the 19th century with carved and gilded calligraphy, made into a coffee table. This Qing dynasty shop sign from the 19th century, originally a re...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Shop Sign with Calligraphy Made into a Coffee Table
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Shop Sign with Calligraphy Made into a Coffee Table

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Shop Sign with Calligraphy Made into a Coffee Table

$4,500
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elm and Bamboo Coffee Table with Fretwork
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period coffee table from the 19th century, with black lacquered elm wood top, hexagonal bamboo base and fretwork design. Created in China during the Qing Dynas...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Elm

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elm and Bamboo Coffee Table with Fretwork
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elm and Bamboo Coffee Table with Fretwork

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elm and Bamboo Coffee Table with Fretwork

$2,900

Qing coffee and cocktail tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Qing coffee and cocktail tables for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage coffee and cocktail tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, asian art and furniture, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Qing coffee and cocktail tables made in a specific country, there are Asia, China, and East Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original coffee and cocktail tables, popular names associated with this style include and Robert Kuo. 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 coffee and cocktail tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $550 and tops out at $18,500 while the average work can sell for $3,200.

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