Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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
18th Century Granite Stone Bowl Mortar Planter 6.5 lb
Located in Somis, CA
From Northern China comes a piece of great antiquity. The 18th century bowl of natural granite, hand cut and carved, in conical form with a round base. Of...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Granite
Large Antique Asian Sculptural Iron Dragon Outdoor Planter Jardiniere
Located in Forney, TX
A large and most impressive antique Asian iron sculptural outdoor planter / jardiniere / garden ornament.
Styled after an ancient Chinese...
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19th Century Asian Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Iron
Chinese Hammered & Engraved Brass Jardinière Planter, Late 19th Century
Located in Germantown, MD
Late 19th century, Qing style Chinese hammered and engraved brass jardinière planter. Heavy duty and weigh about 10lbs. Measures 13" wide, 9.5...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Brass
Chinese Golden Chrysanthemum Terracotta Pot
Located in Chicago, IL
This low terracotta planter sits with a minimal form and a perfectly imperfect glazed finish. The vessel has a simple, tapered silhouette, shaped with a wide mouth, short walls and a...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Terracotta
Chinese Antique Large Qing Hand Carved Square Stone Stool Display Pedestal, 19c.
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare and Hard To Find 19th Century
From China's Qing dynasty (1644-1912) a hard to find solid limestone finely carved square footed pedestal - perfect for displaying your indoor or ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Stone, Limestone
Chinese Antique Large Qing Hand Carved Stone Drum Stool Display Pedestal, 19thc.
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare and Hard To Find 19th Century
From China's Qing dynasty (1644-1912) a hard to find solid limestone finely carved "drum" pedestal - perfect for displaying your indoor or outdoor...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Stone, Limestone
Large 18th Century Granite Stone Bowl Mortar Planter 9 lb
Located in Somis, CA
From Northern China comes a piece of great antiquity. The exceptionally large 18th century bowl of natural granite, hand cut and carved, in conical form with a round base. Of warm sa...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Granite
Monumental Chinese Drip Glaze Relief Jar, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This grandly scaled ceramic vessel was made by hand in northern China in the early 20th century, patterned in high relief with medallions framing floral motifs. Rimmed with texture, the vase is expressively coated inside and out with an ochre glaze, streaked with dark brown, and makes for the perfect a dramatic, large planter, water feature, or stoic sculpture.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Ceramic
18th Century Granite Stone Bowl Mortar Planter 9 lb
Located in Somis, CA
From Northern China comes a piece of great antiquity. The exceptionally large 18th century bowl of natural granite, hand cut and carved, in conical form with a round base. Of gray wh...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Granite
Chinese Stone Farm Trough, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Once used on a Provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this turn-of-the-century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity. hand carv...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Limestone
Footed Chinese Stone Water Trough, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Once used on a provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this early 20th-century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity. The footed...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Limestone
Monumental Chinese Floral Relief Pot, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This large glazed jar was hand-crafted in China's Shanxi province over a century ago and was originally used for pickling food. Masterfully sculpted, the jar is patterned in relief w...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Ceramic
Chinese Chiseled Stone Trough, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Once used on a Provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this early 20th century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity. hand carved from solid limestone, this shallow rectangular trough exists on a slight tilt, exaggerated by its asymmetrical form. The trough has a rectangular form, carved with a shallow basin, rounded underside, and chiseled surface texture.
The rim of the trough curves up and down in a wave-like pattern, softened by the touch of many hands over the years. The surface of the stone has weathered with time, resulting in natural erosion and neutral color variation. A drainage hole is carved into one side, making the large trough...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Limestone
Chinese Etched Limestone Trough, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Prized mounts once took refreshment from this stone trough, carved from a solid block of limestone more than hundred years ago. Once purely functional, the trough is celebrated today...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Limestone
Chinese Grand Floral Relief Pot, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This large glazed jar was hand-crafted in China's Shanxi province over a century ago and was originally used for pickling food. Masterfully crafted, the jar is patterned in high relief, featuring medallion portraits of chrysanthemums, plum blossoms, bamboo, and pine branches. A textured trim of scalloped and bead-like motifs border the jar's lip, framed by a pattern of chrysanthemum blossoms and shou symbols of longevity. The rim is left unglazed, the exposed ceramic set in beautiful contrast with the rich brown glaze that drips and pools down the jar's sides. Today, the monumental pot...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Ceramic
Chinese Floral Relief Urn, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Leaving this grandly scaled urn unglazed, the Qing-dynasty craftsman who crafted it chose instead to draw attention to the surface decoration. Skilfully modeled floral motifs stand i...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Ceramic
Chinese Footed Stone Basin, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite footed basin carved of solid limestone was likely once used in the courtyard of a wealthy Qing-dynasty home. Unusual decorative elements elevate...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Limestone
Chinese Limestone Chrysanthemum Trough, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Prized mounts once took refreshment from this stone trough, carved from a solid block of limestone more than one hundred years ago. Once purely functional, the trough is celebrated t...
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Limestone
Chinese Etched Stone Mortar, circa 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Essentially a utilitarian vessel, this mortar is textured with etched line work to facilitate the task of removing the outer husks from grains of rice. Yet it seems as if the Qing-dy...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Limestone
Monumental Chinese Terracotta Vessel, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Made of unglazed terracotta this Chinese storage jar bears the marks of its creation in the smoky clouds that coat its exterior. The vessel was likely pit fired, a process that dates back thousands of years. Essentially a baking technique, clay objects were put in a pit, covered with combustibles and burned. At high heat, vapors swirl around the objects staining the clay with haphazard swirls of color. With its distinctive coloration and wide, open profile, this monumental vessel...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Terracotta
Very Rare 19th Century Hand Carved Qing Dynasty Chinese Hongmu Jardinière Stand
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning and very rare 19th century hand carved Chinese Qing Dynasty Hongmu stand
A very good looking well mad...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Wood
Chinese Drip Glaze Fish Pond, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Originally used for pickling food, this large earthenware jar was sculpted in China's Shanxi province nearly two centuries ago, shaped by hand with grand scale and wabi-sabi texture. The monumental vessel is cloaked inside and out with a beautiful drip glaze that lingers on every imperfection, streaming down the sides with rich color ranging from warm brown to cool black.
Subtle ridges and indentations throughout suggest the jar was fashioned by coiling flattened ropes of clay and then tapped with a paddle to achieve a faceted texture. The interior is repeatedly stamped with a pattern suggestive of rippling water, encouraging the glaze to flow and drip with irregular movement and color variance. The rounded rim is left unglazed, the raw earthenware texture set in contrast to the glossy finish of the sides. Today, the monumental pot...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Earthenware
China Pair Antique Hand Carved Stone Pedestals 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
Hard to Find Pair (2) Display Pedestals from the 19th Century
From China's Qing dynasty (1644-1912) a hard to find pair (2) of limestone finely carved pedestals - perfect for displaying your indoor or outdoor favorite pots of plants or sculptural works of art. They are weather tough.
This handsome antique pair feature sacred censers deeply carved on all four (4) sides of each pedestal and prolific ornamental lotus petal top...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Stone, Limestone
Provincial Chinese Round Stone Trough, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Once used on a provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this 19th-century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity. The low trough i...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Stone
Qing Dynasty Period Oversized Bronze Planter with Calligraphy and Handles
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Qing dynasty period bronze oversized planter from the 19th century, with mythical animal handles. Crafted during the 19th century Qing Dyn...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
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Bronze
18th Century Chinese Low Iron Basin
Located in Chicago, IL
China was the earliest known civilization create works with cast iron, first appearing thousands of years ago during the illustrious Zhou dynasty. This early 18th century iron vessel was once used for collecting rain water...
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Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Chinese Celestial Cloud Column Base, c. 1750
Located in Chicago, IL
This 18th century architectural object, hand-carved out of a single block of white marble, is intricately finished with an all-over celestial cloud motif—an ancient and auspicious Bu...
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Marble
Early 20th Century Chinese Grain Tub
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand carved from a single piece of wood, this oblong basin has fantastic character. Once used to hold grain as a part of the threshing process, the early 20th century tub displays the warmth of oakwood, now beautifully aged with a rich patina. The tub's unusual shape offers a rustic charm and fits seamlessly into modern interiors as a shallow planter...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Elm
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Qing planters and jardinieres for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Qing planters and jardinieres 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 planters and jardinieres created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, decorative objects, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with stone, limestone and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Qing planters and jardinieres 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 planters and jardinieres differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $199 and tops out at $16,800 while the average work can sell for $2,500.