Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
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
Vintage Burnt Bamboo Pagoda Dining Chairs set of 4
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Rare set of 4 vintage burnt bamboo dining chairs. Pagoda design, beautifully rich in color, cane seats. Good vintage condition with ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bamboo
Set of Eight Midcentury Asian Modern Upholstered Chinoiserie Dining Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sophisticated and substantial set of eight dining chairs. They feature an Asian Modern design concept with high backs. Completed with dark espresso stained wood and fully upholster...
Category
1970s American Vintage Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Henredon Furniture Caned Horseshoe Dining Chairs
By Henredon
Located in Southampton, NJ
A pair of solid Oak dining chairs with caned seats by Henredon Furniture boasting surprisingly transitional aesthetics & exceptional cradling support & comfort. Custom cushions are i...
Category
20th Century American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Oak
Set of Six Rose Tarlow Melrose House Puccini Dining Chairs
By Rose Tarlow
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic bespoke set of six dining chairs designed by Rose Tarlow Melrose House Los Angeles, California. The Puccini dining chairs feature a hand-carved birch frame with an exaggerat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Gold Leaf
Vintage Henredon Scene 3 Oriental Black Lacquer Asian Horseshoe Chair - a Pair
By Henredon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Henredon Scene 3 Oriental Black Lacquer Asian Horseshoe Dining Chair - a Pair. Item features burl wood backrests, brass capped feet, and cane ...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Patina Furniture Company Green Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Dining Arm Chair
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Patina furniture Company green Chinoiserie faux bamboo dining arm chair. Each with a custom chinoiserie seat cushion and cane seat. Signed Patina.
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Category
20th Century Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Bamboo
Vintage Henredon Scene 3 Oriental Black Lacquer Asian Horseshoe Chair - Single
By Henredon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Henredon Scene 3 Oriental Black Lacquer Asian Horseshoe Dining Chair - Single. Item features a burl wood backrest, brass capped feet, and cane...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Chinese Red Lacquer Lattice Dining Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese Red Lacquer Lattice Dining Chairs, Italian, circa 1960s. They retain their original Chinese Red color lacquer finish and caned seats. We ...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Rosewood Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of eight mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie dining chairs
In the manner of Henredon
USA, Mid-20th Century
Solid carved rosewood frames, with removable...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
Union National Chinoiserie English Regency Black Painted Dining Chair - Set of 6
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of 6 Vintage Chinoiserie English Regency Style Black Hand Painted Dining Chairs. Believed to be by Union National Furniture Co. Set includes 2 Armchairs, 4 side chairs, hand pain...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Paint
6 Chin Hua Dining Chairs in Black by Raymond K. Sobota for Century Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous set of six Chin Hua dining chairs 4 side and 2 armchairs by Raymond K. Sobota for Century Furniture. Comprised of ebonized deep brown a...
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Burl
Asian Influenced 12 Dining Chairs Michael Taylor Baker Refinished Reupholstered
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of Twelve Elegant Dining Chairs with Subtle Asian Influence, designed by Michael Taylor for Baker, American, circa 1960s. These chairs are currently being refinished and reuphols...
Category
1960s American Vintage Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Chinese Paint Decorated Brighton Pavilion Arm Chairs, 6 Available
Located in Sheffield, MA
A true collector's item, a rare collection of early 20th Century 'Brighton Pavilion' Bamboo Chinoiserie armchairs displaying long flat arms in a horseshoe shape back, supported by ge...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bamboo
Vintage Coastal Chinese Chippendale Rattan Dining Chairs - Set of 8
Located in west palm beach, FL
Enhance your dining space with this stunning set of eight vintage coastal Chinese Chippendale rattan dining chairs. Crafted with intri...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Henredon Ming Asian Dining Chairs 1950s
By Henredon
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Shipping Quote Information
The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
Category
1950s Vintage Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Six Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Pagoda Dining Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of six Classic chinoiserie inspired dining chairs. The set has 2-arm and 4 side chairs, feature a pagoda detail to the top rail with elegant fretwork on backs with armrests raise...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage Coastal Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in west palm beach, FL
Add timeless coastal charm to your dining space with this set of six vintage Chinese Chippendale dining chairs. Featuring a beautifully intricate bamboo and rattan frame with an icon...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
6 White Fine Furniture Asian Ming Chinoiserie Style White Lacquer Dining Chairs
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome off-white Asian style, Ming style, or Chinoiserie set of six dining chairs by White Fine Furniture. They are in wonderful vintage condition. There are a few nicks and dings as you would expect for their age but nothing outstanding. We call that patina. The loose seat cushions are useable, but most will want to replace. Please see photos.
NOTE: We do have a matching dining room table and display china cabinet listed separately if you are so inclined.
This set of six Asian style dining chairs...
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1970s American Vintage Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Set of Six Queen Anne Style Chinoiserie Dining Chairs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Very Palm Beach! A great set of Queen Anne style dining chairs with painted Chinoiserie decoration. Beautiful carved cabriole legs and curved stretchers. Priced as a set of six, with...
Category
20th Century American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Antique Chinoiserie Ebonized Rosewood High Relief Ball & Claw Scholars Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Chinoiserie side dining, scholars, or vanity chair. Made of ebonized Rosewood featuring highly ornate gothic inspired carvings with dragons, bats, squirrels, flowers, nuts, b...
Category
19th Century Antique Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Large Set of Ten Baker Black & Gold Mahogany Dining Chairs, circa 1950
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Attributed to designer Michael Taylor, this large set of ten Baker Asian inspired chinoiserie dining chairs is the only one of its kind available, globally. These unique dining chairs were completely restored from top to bottom. Mahogany frames were stained in a dark satin black to allow for appreciation of the rich mahogany grain. The armchairs are stately. Gilded Asian...
Category
1950s American Vintage Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Chairs
Located in Redding, CT
Pair of Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Chairs. Classic Palm Beach Style chairs in the style of Dorothy Draper. Classic Black Gloss finish ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Lacquer
1960s Noble Homes Chinoiserie Dining Chairs From Baker Furniture - Set of 6
Located in Hartville, OH
Set of six Baker Furniture Noble Homes collection (precursor to the Stately Homes collection) gilt black Chinoiserie dining chairs in the Queen Anne taste, each having a serpentine crest rail with paddle...
Category
1960s American Vintage Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lacquer
Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Gold Painted Metal Chairs Rolling Style Phyllis Morris
Located in Topeka, KS
Stunning vintage Chinoiserie or Hollywood Regency faux bamboo gold painted metal rolling chairs on black casters with burgundy seats in the style o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Solid Wood Ming Chinoiserie Dining Chairs, Set of 8
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Set of 8 Solid Wood Ming Chinoiserie Dining Chairs
Set includes 2 arm and 6 side chairs.
Approxim...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Wood
Antique Chinoiserie Queen Anne Hand Painted Floral Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Chinoiserie English Queen Anne Hand Painted Floral Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 4. Set includes 2 side chairs and 2 armchairs with drop cane seats and remarkable floral painte...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Vintage Chinoiserie Red Silver Leafed Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Chinoiserie Red Silver Leafed Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Offered for sale is a set of six Chinoiserie lacquered and silver leaf dining chairs including two armchairs and four s...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
1950s Walnut Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture - Set of 10
Located in Hartville, OH
Arguably one of the finest examples in existence boasting the original finish and spectacular upholstered seat pads over cane seats. These are Rare and extraordinary in their presenc...
Category
1950s American Vintage Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Belgian Black Marble Dining Table & Asian Modern Black Lacquer Dining Chairs Set
By James Mont
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Vintage 1980s black and white Neo Deco dining set. The luxurious black marble pedestal base features striking white veins and fields of mystical taupe-gray. It’s almost as if a thunderstorm was captured in stone. Dynamic white bands streak through the blackness like lighting bolts in a storm darkened sky. The 1980s enjoyed an Art Deco revival which came to be known as “Neo Deco.” This dining set is a prime example of the Neo Deco zeitgeist. The graduating arches on the chair backs emulate The Chrysler Building’s crown… an Art Deco architectural icon. The marble base’s silhouette is also informed by Art Deco architecture. The table has been updated with a newer 48″ diameter round glass top. No worry of stains on these vintage white seats. The previous owner was meticulous. In fact, the chair seats were still covered in the original plastic when we acquired the set.
The base itself is a work of art, beautifully exhibiting the tenants of post-modern design. It is both decorative and simple. The designer has arranged slabs of sumptuous black marble in descending size, emanating from the center. This array of slabs cumulatively form a diamond shape when viewed from the top.
The dramatic, high-back, chairs have a glossy lacquer finish that captures the same sheen as the stone pedestal table base...
Category
1980s American Vintage Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Belgian Black Marble
English Chinoiserie Chairs, Ex-Garvan Collection Yale University, circa 1835
Located in Kinderhook, NY
An exceptional and important set of four circa 1835 English William IV, or early Victorian period, side or breakfast chairs of Regency parcel-klismos form having black Japanned frames with allover gilt relief...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Paint, Softwood
Six Far East Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker
Located in Pasadena, TX
A set of six dining chairs designed by Michael Taylor for Baker. Wood bases with original red upholstery.
See matching dining table by Michael Taylor in last photo.
Category
1960s American Vintage Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Painted and Lacquered Chinoiserie Dining Chairs a Lovely Looking Set of Four
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Painted and Lacquered Chinoiserie Dining Chairs
A lovely looking set of Four
The chairs are a classic design they have a solid Back Splat, they are lacquered in the Japanese styl...
Category
1950s Vintage Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lacquer
Vintage Chinoiserie Asian Ming Style Solid Wood Carved Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie Asian Ming Style Solid Wood Dining Chairs with Carved Backsplats and Red Seats - Set of 6. Listing includes (2) Armchairs and (4) Side chairs. Circa Late 20th Cen...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Michael Taylor for Baker, Far East Collection Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Located in Hartville, OH
Just arrived back from the Upholstery Masters and wrapped in a spectacular and decidedly decadent velvet from Brunschwig et Fils. The fabric is exqu...
Category
1950s American Vintage Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Rosewood Dining Chairs 1960s Asian Ming Chinoiserie
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Shipping Quote Information
The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
Category
1960s Vintage Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Satin, Rosewood, Cotton
Set of Four Mid Century Charcoal Gray Leather Chinoisserie Dining Chairs
Located in Lomita, CA
This is a set of vintage dining chairs from the 1940s, re-imagined in charcoal gray leather seats and re-painted in their original black lacquer color with gold character preserved on the chair back. The chairs feature design details like small carved Chinese symbols near the bottom of the legs. These chairs have a lovely, market-tempting appeal even though they are from mid century.
The set of four Chinese-style black lacquer and gilt dining chairs
includes one armchair and three side chairs, all with black lacquer frames embellished with a stylized gilt medallion in the crests, squared backs, inset upholstered seats, all raised on square legs joined by carved double box stretchers.
Armchair 39 1/2 inches tall, 20 inches wide, 18 1/2 inches deep
Side chair 3 1/2 inches tall, 18 1/2 inches wide, 17 5/8 inches deep
Condition: one side chair...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather
Vintage Chinese Oriental Ming Style Mahogany Pagoda Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinese Oriental Ming Style Mahogany Pagoda Dining Chairs - Set of 6. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: (2) Armchairs: 43.5" H x 20" W x 26" D x 17" Seat height. (4) Sid...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Mid-Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Natural Large Bamboo Asian Dining Chairs 4
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous Mid to Late 20th Century Chinoiserie natural large diameter bamboo Asian dining chairs, a set of 4. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that they are vintage and not new so...
Category
20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bamboo
Rosewood Henredon Style Asian Chinoiserie Solid Dining Accent Desk Armchair
By Henredon
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering one of our recent Palm Beach Estate fine furniture acquisitions of a
Henredon style Asian Chinoiserie solid wood dining accent desk armchair.
Approximate measurements in in...
Category
1980s Thai Vintage Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Hand-Carved Thai Oriental Teak Wood Dining Chairs with Dancing Female, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of hand carved Thai oriental teak wood dining chairs with dancing female. Listing includes ornately carved throughout, dancing Thai woman to backrest, carved paw feet, finely ca...
Category
Late 20th Century Thai Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak
Four Painted Faux Bamboo Wrought Iron Garden Dining Chairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
The chinoiserie style faux bamboo dining chairs are made of wrought iron painted white and have seats upholstered in purple outdoor fabric. The set is suitable for indoor or outdoor ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Chinoiserie dining room chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Chinoiserie dining room chairs 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 dining room chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinoiserie dining room chairs made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original dining room chairs, popular names associated with this style include Century Furniture, Baker Furniture Company, Thomasville, and Baker Far East Collection. 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 dining room chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $595 and tops out at $32,400 while the average work can sell for $2,425.