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CHINOISERIE STYLE

Emerging in the 17th century, chinoiserie appropriated the aesthetics and imagery of popular East Asian design for European-made versions. Reflecting the exoticization of China, Japan and other countries in this era, the word directly translates from French to “Chinese-esque,” which reveals its shortcomings as a style of furniture and decor that often stereotypically and reductively mimics Asian culture rather than showcasing and paying tribute to its artistic traditions.

The enthusiastically decorative chinoiserie style was propelled by influential tastemakers including French King Louis XIV, whose Trianon de Porcelaine in 1670 was inspired by Chinese architecture. Expanded trade between the East and West led to a demand for porcelain, lacquer objects, silk and other goods, which further informed the fanciful furniture being crafted in Europe.

Artisans working in the chinoiserie style used materials and elements like pagoda shapes, bamboo, lacquer surfaces, bird and flower motifs and other interpretations of Asian design on pieces that were frequently set against vibrant wallcoverings. This whimsical approach yielded chinoiserie furniture that boasted dramatic flourishes drawing on the natural world and reflected the dominance of Rococo during the 18th century.

As chinoiserie was shaped by approximations of Asian design by European creators, it had regional variations, such as Chinese Chippendale in England where cabinets, chairs and tea tables had wooden fretwork designs and “japanned” surfaces intended to resemble lacquer work that was created in East Asia. In North America, furniture makers in Boston and New York integrated chinoiserie-painted scenes into Queen Anne furniture.

Antique chinoiserie furniture has continued to be fashionable, from its popularity with decorators of the Hollywood Regency era — James Mont, Tommi Parzinger, William Haines and Samuel Marx favored the style — to contemporary interior designers, although it brings with it a complex history.

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Style: Chinoiserie
Italian White Porcelain Bamboo Candlesticks Holders, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Italian white ceramic porcelain candlestick holders with bamboo design, in the Chinoiserie style, by Este Ceramiche Porcellane, circa mid-20th century, 1960s, Italy. Set ha...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chinoiserie More Dining and Entertaining

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Porcelain, Ceramic

Mid-Century Chinoiserie Embroidered Figural Green Cocktail Napkins, Set of 4
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of four mint green linen table or cocktail napkins. The perfect addition to your current barware, this set of cocktail napkins will bring a touch of chinoiserie to any setting....
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Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie More Dining and Entertaining

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Fabric

Japanese White Ceramic Shell Place Card Holders with Gold Floral Detail Set of 4
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of four ceramic shell motif place card holders. A wonderful way to accent any place setting, each of these crisp white place card holders will be a fabulous way to assign seats...
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20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie More Dining and Entertaining

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Ceramic, Porcelain, Paint

Vintage Porcelain Elephants Salt and Pepper Shakers with Tray Collectible
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage collectible blue and white porcelain elephants salt and pepper Shakers with tray. Shakers are 2”H x 2 1/5”. Tray is 3” x 5”. Chinoiserie han...
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Late 20th Century Asian Chinoiserie More Dining and Entertaining

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Porcelain

Red and Gilt Tole Chinoiserie Samovar
Located in New York, NY
Red and gold chinoiserie samovar. Antique English painted metal chinoiserie tea or coffee urn with gilt and silver gilt painted oriental figures in landscapes on three cabriole legs ...
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Late 18th Century English Antique Chinoiserie More Dining and Entertaining

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18th Century Caughley Spoon Tray Porcelain Fisherman Pattern, circa 1780
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is an excellent example of a porcelain Spoon Tray made by the Caughley factory, Shropshire, England. The Spoon Tray is made of porcelain and is vert...
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Late 18th Century English Antique Chinoiserie More Dining and Entertaining

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Desert Plates by Fitz and Floyd, 1981 Set of Ten "Oiseau de Paradis"
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A rare set of ten pieces of "Oiseau de Paradis" desert or salad plates by the legendary team of Fitz and Floyd done in 1981. The motif is a beautiful bird of paradise in an Art Deco ...
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1980s Japanese Vintage Chinoiserie More Dining and Entertaining

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Ceramic

Decorative Round Ceramic Traditional Portuguese Style Platter
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Similar to Moriageware or Satsumaware, this platter features intricate designs which are raised or incised into the piece giving it a soft textured feel. The design is reminiscent of...
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20th Century Chinoiserie More Dining and Entertaining

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Ceramic, Paint

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Walter Bosse Monkey Salt and Pepper Shakers Set, Herta Baller, Austria, 1950s
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Chinoiserie more dining and entertaining for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Chinoiserie more dining and entertaining 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 more dining and entertaining created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, porcelain and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinoiserie more dining and entertaining made in a specific country, there are Asia, Europe, and East Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original more dining and entertaining, popular names associated with this style include and Fitz and Floyd. 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 more dining and entertaining differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $85 and tops out at $2,300 while the average work can sell for $400.

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