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Qing Cabinets

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
Large Brown Lacquer Elmwood Cabinet with Carved Skirt and Brass Hardware
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period large elwood cabinet from the 19th century with brown lacquer, carved fretwork skirt, round medallion hardware, two exterior drawers, interior shelves w...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Chinese Red Lacquer Qing Style Cabinet, 20th Century
Located in Hamburg, PA
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 Chinese Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Chinese Red Lacquer Qing Style Cabinet or Credenza, 20th Century
Located in Hamburg, PA
A handsome late 20th-century Chinese Reg Lacquer Cabinet or Sideboard in the Qing Style. This credenza has a nice size and scale, functional space, and ample storage. The cabinet wou...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Chinese Late Qing Dynasty Elmwood and Brass Cabinet with Drawers and Doors
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Late Qing Dynasty period elm wood cabinet from the early 20th century, with brass medallion, teardrop pulls, two drawers and two do...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

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Brass

19th Century Chinoiserie Cabinet, Black Lacquer with Gilt Relief-Carved Motifs
Located in 10 Chater Road, HK
This charming cabinet featuring a molded ice-plate top edge above a high waist, decorated with gilded floral relief-carving within gilded geometric borders, surrounded by cracked-ice motif on the front and embossed geometric panels on the sides, a pair of doors with carved gilded wooden hinges, flanked by a removable panel on either side, a row of three drawers beneath, cusped curvilinear apron with gilt relief...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Wood, Lacquer

Pair of Chinese Square Corner Locking Cabinets
Located in Chicago, IL
Perfecting line and proportion, the simple design of this pair of low locking chests celebrate the restraint of classic Chinese furniture forms. Crafted from reclaimed elmwood, the c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Chinese Four Door Steppe Coffer, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Created in the style of Mongolian storage coffers, this early 20th-century herdsman's chest has a clean lined design with charming rustic appeal. The square corner cabinet features t...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

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Pine

Antique Elm Wood Round Corner Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
Antique Round Corner Tapered Cabinet. Solid elm wood round corner cabinet with tapering silhouette in a style of the Ming Dynasty. Traditional...
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Elm

Qing Dynasty Cream Painted Cabinet with Brass Medallion Hardware
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Qing Dynasty period painted cabinet from the 19th century with custom cream finish, brass medallion hardware and simply carved apron. This Qing Dy...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Four Piece Chinese Stacking Cabinet, c. 1930
Located in Chicago, IL
This refined, early 20th century stacking cabinet from Beijing commands its surroundings with grand scale, rich materials, and a timeless modular desig...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Large Elmwood 19th Cabinet with Carved Apron and Round Brass Medallion
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large elmwood Qing Dynasty period cabinet from the 19th century with carved apron, round brass medallion hardware and two doors. This exquisite large elmwood cabinet, hailing from ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Narrow Chinese Shanxi Cabinet, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
The essence of traditional Chinese furniture is fully expressed in the simplicity and graceful presence of this 18th-century cabinet crafted in the Shanxi province. Made of pine wood...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

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Pine

19th century Chinese carved hardwood glazed display cabinet
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Chinese carved hardwood glazed display cabinet circa 1890 Single large glazed door opens to 2 shelves, stands on 4 shaped legs united by a shelf. Detachable pierced car...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Glass, Hardwood

Chinese Bird-and-Flower Square Corner Cabinet, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This tall square-corner cabinet from the early 20th century has a simple silhouette and charming low-relief decoration of a traditional bird-and-flower design. Crafted of fir with mo...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

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Fir

Qing Dynasty Hand-Painted Cabinet with Floral Décor, Doors and Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Qing Dynasty period hand-painted cabinet from the 19th century with hand-painted floral décor, two doors and six drawers. This Qing Dynasty period cabinet from the 19th century is ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Wood

Small 19th Century eastern elm table top chest
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Small 19th century eastern elm table top chest circa 1890. Superb quality Chinese pyramid shaped alter table chest made from elm.  Show frame structur...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Elm

Late Qing Dynasty Low Chinese Red Lacquer Bedside Cabinet
Located in Sheffield, MA
Late 19th century Chinese elmwood cabinets in an old lacquered finish. This cabinet can be ideal as a bedside chest, end table next to a sofa or a cabinet in an hallway. it has two...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Elm

19th Century Chinese Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
19th Century Chinese Red Lacquered Cabinet. A beautiful 19th Century Red Lacquer Gilt Painted Qing Dynasty Cabinet. Early 1800's a wonderful piece from Shanxi Province. The warm w...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Elm

Pair of Chinese Camphor Burl Compound Cabinets, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
These refined Qing-dynasty compound cabinets command their surroundings with grand scale and fine materials. Constructed of camphor with traditional joinery, the tall cabinets are co...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Burl

Chinese Late Qing Dynasty Lacquered Bedside Cabinet with Hand Painted Décor
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period dark brown lacquered bedside cabinet from the early 20th century, with hand painted cream and orange dragon, bird and floral motifs, two doors, traditional bronze medallion hardware, straight legs, carved apron and weathered patina. This Chinese late Qing Dynasty period dark brown lacquered bedside cabinet from the early 20th century is a captivating blend of artistry, history, and craftsmanship. The cabinet boasts a rich, dark brown lacquer finish, imbuing it with a sense of timeless elegance and sophistication. The exquisite hand-painted cream and orange dragon, bird, and floral motifs dance across the cabinet's surface, adding a layer of intrigue to this remarkable piece. The cabinet features two doors, fitted with traditional bronze round medallion hardware that complements the dark lacquer and painted motifs. The doors open to reveal convenient storage space, perfect for housing books, personal items, or any other bedside essentials. The cabinet stands on four straight legs, providing a sturdy and balanced foundation, while the simply carved apron completes the ensemble beautifully. A weathered patina graces the surface of this early 20th-century Chinese bedside...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

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Bronze

19th Century Tapered Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
Antique Chinese tapered cabinet. Solid elm wood with round corner details, tapering 33 at the top to 34 at the bottom. Classic Chinese ...
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Elm

Chinese Red Lacquered Qing Dynasty 19th Century Dry Bar Cabinet
Located in Miami, FL
A fine quality 19th Century Chinese Red Lacquered Qing Dynasty Cabinet with Chinoiserie Décor. Chinese Dry Bar Cabinet. This handcrafted two part Chinese Red Lacquered Qing Dynasty...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Wood

Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Bedside Cabinets with Butterfly Décor
Located in Yonkers, NY
A pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty period red lacquer bedside cabinets from the 19th century, with hand painted golden butterfly and floral décor, two doors over two drawers. Created in ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Chinese Black Lacquer Square Corner Cabinet, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
With clean lines and a darkly lacquered finish, this square corner cabinet celebrates the restraint of classic Chinese furniture forms. Dated to the mid-19th century, the tall cabine...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Asian Chinoiserie Style Cabinet With Semi-Precious Stone Inlay
Located in Middletown, MD
Early 20th century chinoiserie black lacquered cabinetry with semi-precious stone inlay. Constructed of solid elmwood with soapstone, jade, mother of pearl, and rose quartz appliqué....
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

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Elm

Antique Side Cabinet with Large Butterfly on Doors
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty cabinet from the 19th century with brass butterfly hardware, two drawers over a pair of double doors and distressed brown finish. Imbued with the rich heritage...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Chinese Gilt Black Lacquer Shanxi Cabinet, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted in the early 20th century, this tall cabinet has a clean-lined form designed with straight sides and square corners. The cabinet is cloaked in a glossy black lacquer finish, ...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Wood

Gilt Lacquer Compound Cabinet, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This striking gilt lacquer compound cabinet commands its surroundings with grand scale and lavish decoration. Seamlessly constructed of northern elm (yumu), the tall cabinet is actua...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

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Wood, Lacquer, Paint

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Side Cabinet with Distressed Black Lacquer
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period side cabinet from the 19th century with double doors, distressed black lacquer and brass hardware. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty in the 19th ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Antique Pair of Chinese Red and Black Lacquer Cabinets
Located in Kastrup, DK
A stunning and pair of Chinese early 19th century cabinets features a red lacquer front contrasted by black lacquer sides. Each cabinet showcases a pair of doors that open thanks to ...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Elm

Antique Side Cabinet with Drawers, Shelf & Butterfly Key
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period dark brown lacquered cabinet from the early 20th century with floral motifs, patinated brass hardware and etched butterfly key. Discover the captiv...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

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Wood

Korean Elm Coffee Table with Lots of Drawers, Late 19th Century
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London are delighted to offer for sale this beautiful late 19th-century Korean elm coffee table with lots of drawers. This is a very wel...
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Late 19th Century Korean Antique Qing Cabinets

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Elm

Chinese Painted Black Lacquer Scholars' Cabinet, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Constructed with four doors, this spectacular Qing-dynasty cabinet from the mid-19th century is lavishly painted with scenes of courtly life in a grand palace garden. Seamlessly constructed and darkly lacquered, the tall cabinet provides the perfect blank canvas for an artist’s painted embellishments. The upper doors depict a gathering of scholar-officials and fine ladies in a traditional courtyard pavilion. The lower doors are painted with mythical wise men navigating the wilderness with their young attendants. Surrounding the lower doors are several boys leaping about and playing together, a version of the Hundred Boys...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Elm, Lacquer

Low Rectangular Antique Display Cabinet with Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period low Kang altar cabinet from the 19th century with two drawers and two doors, as well as brass hardware. Revel in the timeless el...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Chinese Qing Dynasty Cabinet with Custom Blue Green Lacquer and Carved Apron
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period cabinet from the 19th century with custom distressed blue green lacquer, carved apron and brass hardware. Immerse yourself in the opulence of ancient Ch...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Chinese Qing Dynasty Painted Cabinet
Located in Doylestown, PA
A late 18th century 4-door lacquered cabined from the Qing Dynasty, China, decorated in red lacquer with gilt and painted scenes of traditional village life of the period. The fitted...
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Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Hardwood

Chinese Qing Dynasty Cabinet with Original Décor
Located in Kastrup, DK
Rare Qing dynasty cabinet with original well preserved decorations. Red base lacquer with polychrome decorations, black lacquer on the sides. Top...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Elm

Chinese Red Lacquer Late Qing Dynasty 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 Cabinets

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Brass

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Chinese Red Lacquer Cabinet with Drawers and Doors
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period red lacquer cabinet from the 19th century. Embrace the allure of antique Chinese craftsmanship with this Qing Dynasty period red lacquer cabinet, a quintessential 19th-century artifact. This antique storage unit...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Bronze

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Red Lacquer Cabinet with Doors and Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A small Chinese Qing Dynasty period red lacquer side cabinet from the 19th century, with double doors, two drawers and brass hardware. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty in the...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Chinese 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 Cabinets

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Brass

Antique Side Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
Antique Chinese side cabinet. Small Elm wood side cabinet with two upper drawers and a lower cabinet. Also know as a Kang Cabinet. This diminutive low decorative cabinet was placed on the kang, a raised heated platform used as living space in cold climates. An unusually sized visually interesting piece that provides interesting storage space, doors, drawers and or compartments. This particular kang cabinet is a good Size to use for side cabinet - table next to a chair. These pieces are very useful as platforms, tables with storage, stands and many other functional decorative uses. Great for tight spaces, wonderful as book table a fantastic small antique cabinet.
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Bronze

Chinese Late Qing Dynasty Dark Lacquer Low Cabinet with Architecture Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period dark brown/black lacquer low cabinet from the early 20th century with architectural hand painted décor, red lacquered interior and patinated brass ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Painted Chinese Red Lacquer Cabinet, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted in the mid-19th century, this tall cabinet has a clean-lined form, designed with straight sides, square corners and minimal carvings. The cabinet front is cloaked in a bright...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Wood, Lacquer, Paint

Chinese Late Qing Dynasty Elm Side Cabinet with Custom Orange Lacquer
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period elmwood side cabinet from the early 20th century with new custom distressed orange lacquer, two doors, brass hardware, carved spandrels and straigh...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Two-Toned Elm Cabinet with Burl Wood Accents
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period two-toned elm wood cabinet from the late 19th century, with dragon and floral carved apron, natural color, burl wood doors and drawers. Created in China...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Cabinet with Hand-Painted Floral Décor
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period painted wood cabinet from the 19th century, with floral décor and brass hardware. Created in China during the 19th century, this painted cabinet feature...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Wood

Chinese Qing Red-Lacquered Cabinet
Located in Kastrup, DK
A early 19th century qing dynasty cabinet boasting a deep red patina from the Shanxi Province, circa. 1820-1830. The façade showcases two doors fitted with a traditional round medal...
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Early 19th Century Antique Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Chinese Red Lacquer Wedding Cabinet, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted in the late 19th century, this striking red lacquer cabinet was likely part of a traditional wedding dowry, bestowed upon the groom by the bride's family filled with fine sil...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

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Wood, Lacquer

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Red Lacquer Cabinet with Butterfly Décor
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period red lacquered cabinet from the 19th century with four doors, two drawers and hand-painted butterfly and foliage motifs. Created in China during the Qing...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Metal

Chinese 19th Century Qing Dynasty Period Red Lacquered Side Cabinet
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period red lacquered side cabinet from the 19th century, with two doors, carved apron and patinated brass hardware. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty period in the 19th century, this side cabinet features a rectangular top with central board and slightly beveled edges, sitting above an elegant red lacquer façade. Two doors, adorned with simply carved panels, are fitted with brass hardware made of ornate pulls...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Antique Qing Dynasty Lacquer Cabinet
Located in Kastrup, DK
Chinese cabinet i red lacquer with remains of decorations, which gives the cabinet a beautiful patina. Black lacquer on the sides of the cabinet. Features double doors, beautifully a...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Late Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period red lacquered cabinet from the early 20th century, with butterfly hardware, two drawers, four doors, carved and gilt décor. Created in China during...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

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Wood

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Cabinet with Original Black Lacquer Finish
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period cabinet from the 19th century, with original black lacquer and faint hand-painted décor. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty period in the 19th cen...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Wood

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Side Cabinet with Black and Brown Lacquer
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period side cabinet from the 19th century with custom black and brown lacquer, two drawers and two doors. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty period in th...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Cabinet in Original Dark Yellow Lacquer, Shandong, China, 1850 -1870
Located in Kastrup, DK
Cabinet in original dark yellow lacquer with beautiful age-related patina. The top a pair of doors with bars, opens up double, bottom with four doors. Original cabinet with patina...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Metal

Antique Red Wedding Cabinet from Zhejiang, China
Located in Singapore, SG
An antique red wedding cabinet from Zhejiang province, China. This piece has beautiful original red colour and patina, and its original brass hardware. Typically, such cabinets have ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

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Brass

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elm Side Cabinet with Fretwork Shelf and Doors
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period brown elm wood side cabinet from the 19th century with fretwork motifs, open shelf and double doors. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty period in ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Qing Cabinets

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Elm

Qing cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Qing cabinets 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 cabinets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, asian art and furniture, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Qing cabinets made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and China 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 cabinets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $900 and tops out at $58,000 while the average work can sell for $4,483.

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