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Chinese Figurines Depicting a Sage and Attendant, Japanese Art by Audsley, 1884
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Chinese Figurines Depicting a Sage and Attendant – Plate I, Section VIII
Description: This
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1880s Antique Chinese Figurines
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Paper
H 15.75 in W 10.63 in D 0.01 in
Spectacular Copeland Spode Chelsea Fantasy Bird Bone China Figurine c 1915-20
By Copeland Spode
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
A magnificent and eccentric bone china Chelsea Fantasy Bird by Copeland, Spode, inspired by Meissen
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Early 20th Century British Antique Chinese Figurines
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Carved Jade Foo Dog Figurine
Located in Chesterland, OH
Antique Jade Carving of a Chinese Foo Dog – A Powerful Talisman of Protection & Prosperity
This
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Materials
Jade
Superb Museum-Quality Late 19th Century Chinese Carved Coral Ship
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Superb Museum-Quality Late 19th Century Chinese Carved Coral Ship. A breathtaking masterpiece of
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Antique Chinese Double Overlay Glass Snuff Bottle 19c Qing
Located in Richmond, CA
A very fine antique double color overlay glass snuff bottle, finely carved with a qilin gazing at books and a playful foo dog with a ball, among flowing pink ribbons and clouds, rais...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Antique Chinese Inside Painted Glass Snuff Bottle "Yong Shoutian" Republic IPSB
Located in Richmond, CA
A large antique Chinese inside painted glass snuff bottle, finely decorated with a continuous
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
H 3.94 in W 2.68 in D 2.05 in
Antique Chinese Enameled White Glass Snuff Bottle Guyuexuan Mark 20c Republic
Located in Richmond, CA
Antique Chinese enameled "wood cutter and fisherman" milk white glass snuff bottle, finely painted
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
H 2.96 in W 1.82 in D 1.03 in
Antique Chinese Carved Court Lady Figure Snuff Bottle 18th-19th Century Qing
Located in Richmond, CA
Antique and tastefully carved natural material Chinese snuff bottle in the form of a well dressed
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
H 4.14 in W 1.26 in D 1.26 in
Antique Chinese Inside Painted Blue Glass Snuff Bottle Republic 19-20c IPSB
Located in Richmond, CA
An antique Chinese inside painted blue glass snuff bottle with a jadeite stopper. Inside painted
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
H 2.76 in W 1.42 in D 1.11 in
Antique Chinese Inside Painted Yellow Glass Mini Snuff Bottle Republic 20c IPSB
Located in Richmond, CA
An antique Chinese inside painted yellow glass mini snuff bottle with a translucent hardstone
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
H 1.97 in W 1.19 in D 0.79 in
Antique Chinese Ruby Red Carved Glass Overlay Snuff Bottle 12 Zodiacs 19c Qing
Located in Richmond, CA
Antique Chinese ruby red carved glass overlay snuff bottle with 12 zodiac animals on snowstorm
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
H 2.45 in W 2.13 in D 1.26 in
Antique Chinese 5 Color Glass Overlay Carved Snuff Bottle 8 Treasures 19c Qing
Located in Richmond, CA
Antique Chinese multi-color (5) glass overlay snuff bottle with eight treasures finely carved in
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
H 2.56 in W 1.78 in D 1.03 in
Antique Chinese Carved Agate Cicada Pendant 19c Qing
Located in Richmond, CA
An almost life like antique Chinese carved agate cicada, with a loop between the bulging black eyes
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19th Century Antique Chinese Figurines
Guanyin, 19th Century Chinese Carved Boxwood with Bone Accents
Located in Southbury, CT
This 13" tall statue depicts Guanyin and was carved in China from boxwood and bone in the 19th
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Artisan Antique Chinese Figurines
Antique Chinese Jadeite Recumbent Cat Pendant Turquoise Inlaid Eyes 19c Qing
Located in Richmond, CA
A wonderful and cute antique Chinese carved jadeite recumbent cat, comfortably nested in a matching
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19th Century Antique Chinese Figurines
Materials
Jade
H 0.71 in W 1.15 in L 1.93 in
Antique Chinese Carved Amethyst Lady Wooden Stand Early 20c ROC Republic Period
Located in Richmond, CA
An antique Chinese well carved amethyst lady, kneeling and holding bouquets of flowers, on a 2 tone
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19th Century Antique Chinese Figurines
H 3.12 in W 1.97 in D 1.38 in
A Celadon Jade Horse and Monkey
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
the Chinese phrase “马上封侯”, which expresses someone’s elevation to a high-ranking position or title
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
A White Jade Archaistic 'Chilong' Disc 清白玉雕螭龍紋璧
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
similar piece, see the last picture below from Later Chinese Jades: Ming Dynasty to Early Twentieth
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Archaic Dark Jade Monkey And Eagle
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
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—Later Chinese Jades: Ming Dynasty to Early Twentieth Century, from the Asian Art Museum of San Francisco
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
A Pale Celadon Jade 'Buddha's Finger' Citron
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
.” (Chinese Jades, Ming Wilson p. 51)
Sotheby's A PALE CELADON JADE 'BUDDHA'S FINGER CITRON' VASE QING
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Superb Celadon Jade Boulder Mountain
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
. (In Chinese, the bat is bianfu. Fu also means fortune.)
There is also a magnificent pine tree with
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
A White Jade Lotus Root Brush Rest, Qing Dynasty
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
and intricate detailing.
The Four Treasures of the Chinese Scholar’s Desk include the brush, ink
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Smokey Quartz Crystal Brush Washer, Republic Period
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
against her body.
Dimensions
3.2 x 9 x 4.4 cm
Historical References
In ancient Chinese culture, “玉
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
A Pale Celadon Hetian Jade Carving of an Elephant with Boy
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
." (太平有象 taiping you xiang)
The elephant, which in Chinese is pronounced xiang, shares the same sound
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Celadon Jade Horse and Monkey
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
Chinese phrase “马上封侯”, which expresses someone’s elevation to a high-ranking position or title.
The
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
White Hetian Jade Recumbent Horse
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
A resting horse has been carved from lustrous Hetian jade with an even white color. The long muscular body rests on four bent legs, and the head is turned around.
The mane is embel...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
A White and Russet Jade Carving of a Boy Catching Crickets, Qing Dynasty
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
Skillfully carved with Hetian Jade, this boy dressed in a long robe crouches on an elongated lotus leaf mounted by a cricket. He grasps a basket with his left hand while another cric...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
W 2.25 in D 1.93 in L 3.59 in
White and Russet Jade Horse, Qing Dynasty
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
A resting horse has been carved from white jade with patches of russet. The long muscular body rests on four bent legs, and the head is turned around.
The mane is embellished with ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Archaic Pale Jade Chilong Disc
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
This archaic chilong disc, which is a revival of the Han Dynasty style, was carved with celadon jade in the Qing Dynasty.
On the front, several chilong with curvy, sinuous bodies s...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Pale Celadon Mythical Animal & Cloud
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a Hetian jade pendant of a mythical animal with a network of clouds above it.
The animal appears to have a large head with tear-shaped ears, and curvy eyebrows. On its side...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Green Jade Paperweight with Water Dropper, 19th Century
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
This 19th Century green jade paperweight with a water dropper, 碧玉元宝水盂镇纸, features a yuanbao 元宝 shaped water dropper at the center, with rectangular spiral 回纹 patterns decorating the ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
White Jade Pair of Cats, Qing Dynasty
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
The two animals curling towards each other make a balanced, symmetrical piece, like yin and yang.
The “mutton fat” white jade is highly polished. On one side, there is a very fain...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
A Rare Large White Jade Dragon Disc, Qing Dynasty
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
significant mythical figure in Chinese art and culture. Unlike traditional dragons with horns, the hornless
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Archaic Jade Snake & Tortoise Pendant
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
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The Black Tortoise, also known as Xuanwu (玄 武) , is one of the four symbols of the Chinese
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Pale Celadon and Russet Jade Ram with Lingzhi, Ming Dynasty
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
of masculine power and positive force. The ram is also one of the twelve animals in the Chinese
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
A White Jade Butterfly Plate
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
Ming Dynasty is currently on display at the Wuhan Museum in China (as seen in the last image
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
White and Russet Cicada
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
This cicada, carved from russet Hetian jade is archaic, reminiscent of the style of Han Dynasty jade cicadas. This piece features the face of a mythical beast, with round, bulky eyeb...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Celadon Jade Fabulous Beast
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
This fabulous beast with its head turned around has been carved out of a pale celadon hetian jade. The beast looks over its shoulder with shining round eyes.
Its mouth is open, sho...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
White and Russet Jade Lotus Leaf Finial
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
This finial, meant to adorn a lamp or a piece of furniture, is composed of eight waving, interlocked lotus leaves. Black, greyish, and russet jade was popular during the Ming Dynasty...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
White Jade Three-Legged Toad with Leaves and Fruit
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
A pale, greyish-white jade three-legged toad is depicted in a crouching position on leaves and fruits. The toad has bulging eyes, finely-detailed eyebrow hair, a small nose, and a wi...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Archaic Dark Jade Dragon Pendant
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
This archaic jade pendant features a symmetrical pattern with two chilong whose serpentine bodies form a heart.
On the top are two chilong heads, smiling and looking in opposite di...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
A White Jade Mythical Beast
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
This recumbent white jade beast has its large head turned to one side.
The creature has large, tear-drop-shaped, bulging eyes framed by curling-down eyebrows. Notably, there is a ...
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Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
A Pale Celadon Jade Recumbent Dog, Qing Dynasty
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
This pale celadon jade figure is a recumbent dog with its tail curled alongside its rear haunches. On the top is a decorative swirl and near the legs are fine carved details. It is w...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
White and Russet Jade Three Ram Group
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
rugged aesthetics in their carvings.
Three rams in Chinese is 三羊 (sān yáng), which refers to 三阳开泰 (sān
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Celadon Jade Lingzhi & Boy
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
This sculpture is a large open work, carved with celadon jade in the form of lingzhi branches. The branches bear leaves, lingzhi, and flower buds. On top, a boy is stretched out and ...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Jade sculpture depicting a Fo Dog
Located in BARI, IT
Undergrowth green color jade sculpture depicting a Fo dog. It rests on a shaped wooden base. The sculpture consists of only two jade blocks, the head and body, with a total weight of...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Materials
Jade
Cinnabar Dragon and Phoenix Egg
Located in San Diego, CA
The finely-carved, sinuous, five-clawed dragon exhaling a fireball, and the phoenix with long, billowing tail feathers are both flying amid blossoming peony flowers and leaves.
The...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Arts and Crafts Antique Chinese Figurines
Han Dynasty, Antique Chinese Pottery Attendant Figurine
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Chinese pottery attendant figurine.
Age: China, Han Dynasty, 206 B.C. - A.D. 220
Size: Height 22
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Materials
Pottery
Antique Chinese Shiwan/Shekwan Mud Man Figurine Scholar c.1900
Located in Richmond, CA
Antique Chinese hand made mud man figurine, finely crafted and hand painted, of a standing elderly
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Figurines
Materials
Clay
Antique Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Immortal Figurine Sculpture 19th Century
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An antique Chinese "Famille Rose Immortal Figurine" sculpture. Circa 19th Century. Hand painted
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Materials
Porcelain
H 18.5 in W 6.5 in D 5 in
Antique Early 20th Century Chinese Carved Lapis Lazuli Horse Figurine
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique early 20th century Chinese carved lapis lazuli figurine, featuring a recumbent pose with a
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Figurines
Materials
Lapis Lazuli
"Blanc de Chine" Porcelain figurine of flutist musicians - China - Qing 19th
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
a small lack at the knee on the outfit of the young musician.
Qing period - 19th - China
Dehua
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Figurines
Materials
Porcelain
H 6.3 in W 4.53 in D 2.17 in
Antique Chinese Ching Dynasty Seated Famille Rose Figurines Designer Table Lamps
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Chinese Ching Dynasty seated famille rose figurines now designer table lamps. These lovely
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18th Century Chinese Export Antique Chinese Figurines
Materials
Pottery
H 26 in W 11 in D 9.5 in
Early to Mid-20th Century Chinese Bronze Figurine of Mounted Warrior Guan Yu
Located in Tonbridge, Kent
Early to Mid-20th Century Chinese Bronze Figurine of Mounted Warrior Guan Yu on Bespoke Wooden
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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Figurines
Materials
Bronze
H 11.82 in W 6.3 in D 4.34 in
Unusual Chinese Turquoise Pair of Large Headed Cat Figurines
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Unusual pair of 1930s Chinese pair of vibrant Turquoise glazed cats with unusually large heads
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Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Figurines
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Mid-19th Century/Qing Dinasty of Enameled Chinese Porcelain Figurines
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of Mid-19th century/Qing dinasty enameled chinese porcelain figurines depicting a laughing boy
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Figurines
Materials
Enamel
H 2.96 in W 2.76 in D 1.97 in
Late 19th/Early 20th Century Chinese Soapstone Sage Figurine -1Y43
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating late 19th/early 20th century Chinese soapstone sage figurine adds a touch of
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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Chinese Figurines
Materials
Soapstone
Royal Doulton Flambe Sitting Fox Hn130 Bone China Porcelain Figurine
By Royal Doulton
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
This adorable Figurine is made out of bone china / porcelain. This lovely little piece was issued
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Early 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Antique Chinese Figurines
Materials
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Chinese Fu Lu Shou Feng Shui Trio Gods Figurines with Marks
Located in Pomona, CA
This beautiful set of three antique porcelain statues features the Chinese deities Fu, Lu, Shou
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Figurines
Materials
Porcelain
H 10.5 in W 4 in D 3 in
Chinese Carved Soapstone Guanyin Kwan Yin 15" Tall Figurine Statue Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinese Carved Soapstone Guanyin Kwan Yin 15" Tall Figurine Statue Sculpture. Circa Early
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Early 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Figurines
Materials
Soapstone
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Antique Chinese Figurines For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of antique Chinese figurines for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique Chinese figurines was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, porcelain and wood. Antique Chinese figurines have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century.
How Much are Antique Chinese Figurines?
Prices for antique Chinese figurines start at $428 and top out at $7,731 with the average selling for $1,850.
Questions About Antique Chinese Figurines
- What are Chinese figurines?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2020
Chinese figurative sculptures vary widely depending on the medium and intended use. Ornate Buddhist figures assisted ritual meditation, wooden ancestor figures embodied the lingering spirit of a relative, ceramic mingqi burial figures accompanied one’s spirit in the afterlife, and decorative export sculptures presented an idealized version of Chinese culture and beauty.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One type of Chinese figurines that is quite popular is shekwan or mudware. These small handmade figurines are often called mudmen and are, not surprisingly, crafted out of mud. In the early 1950s, a new era of mudman figurines began but these are not made individually and by hand. On 1stDibs, find authentic shekwan pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020Most figurines just need a light dusting every once in a while. For a deeper cleaning to remove residue (such as nicotine or adhesives), try soaking in warm soapy water and gently washing with a soft cloth.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Chinese figurines come in all shapes and sizes. Most figures measure between 4” and 18” tall, with some being as small as 1” in height or as large as 36” (or more) in height
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To tell if a figurine is antique, look on the base, bottom or back for maker's markings. You can cross-reference these marks with information published by trusted online resources to determine who made your piece. Then, you can conduct additional research to determine when the maker produced similar figurines. If your figurine is 100 or more years old, it is considered an antique. For assistance with dating, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a wide range of antique figurines on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One thing to look for in an antique porcelain figure is to look for the maker’s mark, usually found on the bottom of the piece. The porcelain figure will also have a delicate fragile quality to it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique porcelain figures from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.
When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.
Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture. - Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
The best way to know is to take it to an expert, such as an appraiser, reputable dealer or auction house, or museum
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.