French Chinoiserie Ceramic Elephant Garden Stool Circa 1960 Trunk Up
Located in High Point, NC
A ceramic decoration from 1960s France in the shape of an elephant. Painted with a white glaze
Ceramic
$10,240Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 22 in Dm 8 in
A Pair of Large French Chinoiserie Style White Porcelain Figures
Located in New York, NY
A superb pair of large French Chinoiserie-style white porcelain figures. Each figure is modeled
Porcelain
Pair of French Porcelain Chinoiserie Figures, circa 1840
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French porcelain chinoiserie figures, circa 1840.
Porcelain
$6,500 / set
H 12.25 in W 7.75 in D 5.75 in
Pair of French 19th Century Chinoiserie St. Terra Cotta and Marble Statues
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful true pair of French 19th century Chinoiserie st. Terra Cotta and Vert de Patricia
Marble
$3,500
H 11.88 in W 10.5 in D 8.5 in
Antique Old Paris / Vieux Porcelain Figural Chinoiserie Centerpiece
By Paul Hannong, Jacob Petit, Herend
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique French porcelain centerpiece. In the style of Jacob Petit and possibly by Hannong
Porcelain
$7,000
H 11 in Dm 3.75 in
Pair of French Patinated Bronze Chinoiserie Figures on Marble Plinths, ca. 1875
Located in New York, NY
The male figure playing a sitar and the female figure with an unfolded fan covering her smile.
Bronze
1960s French Ceramic Elephant
Located in High Point, NC
A ceramic decoration from 1960s France in the shape of an elephant. A saddle seat and blanket are
Ceramic
1960s French Ceramic Elephant
Located in High Point, NC
A ceramic decoration from 1960s France in the shape of an elephant. A saddle seat and blanket are
Ceramic
$1,095 / set
H 14.25 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in
Neoclassical French Country Porcelain Blue and White Obelisks, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning pair of neoclassical, Chinoiserie, or Grand Tour style blue and white porcelain obelisks
Porcelain
$595 / item
H 14.25 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in
Neoclassical French Country Porcelain Blue and White Obelisk
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning neoclassical, Chinoiserie, or Grand Tour style blue and white porcelain obelisk
Porcelain
$4,324
H 3.86 in W 1.97 in D 1.97 in
Pair of Soapstone Seal Stamps, 20th Century, in Their Original Boxes
Located in NANTES, FR
## **Pair of Soapstone Seal Stamps, 20th Century, in Their Original Boxes These two hardstone or soapstone seals depict Foo Dogs (Guardian Lions). They date from the 20th century a...
Stone
Ceramic Asian Turquoise Foo Dog
Located in Los Angeles, CA
addition to your chinoiserie collection.
Ceramic
Lalique Crystal Samurai’s Perfume Bottle
By Lalique
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Lalique Crystal Sculpture Perfume Bottle. It depicts a clear and frosted crystal Samurai
Crystal
Important Maison Gripoix Floral Arrangement, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Riverdale, NY
sculpture likely took months to manufacture. Circa 1970's France. Mssrs Berge and St. Laurent were known to
Silver Plate, Bronze
One of a Kind, Art Deco Fine Silvered Bronze Sculptured Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
triggered the start of the chinoiserie period in Europe in general and in Paris in particular. We feel this
Bronze
Pair-Malabar Chinoiserie Figures
Located in Tacoma, WA
Pair of Malabar chinoiserie figures of a man and woman. On faux marbre bases.
Pair Chinoiserie terracotta figures
Located in London, GB
Pair Chinoiserie terracotta figures
Unavailable
H 2.25 in W 2.25 in D 2 in
Pair of Ormolu Chinoiserie Figures on White Marble Plinths, France, C-1760
Located in Lake Forest, IL
plinths, France, Circa 1760
Marble, Ormolu, Bronze
Unavailable
H 102 in W 24 in D 28 in
Louis Hottot (FRENCH, 1829-1905), large & rare ( 102 cm) Oriental Female Figure
Located in Heukelum, NL
Rare and very large image of an oriental female figure by Louis Hottot (1829-1905). Signed on the base L. Hottot. The figure has a sort of flower stem in her hand; this can also be...
Bronze
Unavailable
H 11.25 in W 6.5 in D 4 in
Fine 19th Century Bronze Bust of a Lady, after Louis Simon Boizot
By Louis-Simon Boizot
Located in London, GB
Louis Simon Boizot. Bronze with original rich brown patina. circa: 1880 Origin: France Measures
Bronze
Sold
H 18 in W 16.5 in L 18 in
French 19th Century Chinoiserie Style Terracotta Group on Gilt Wood Base Signed
Located in New York, NY
Unusual French 19th century chinoiserie terracotta group on giltwood base. Signed A. Marchal.
Terracotta
19thc. Chinoiserie Bronze Dore" Ring Holder
Located in New Orleans, LA
Beautiful Bronze Dore" Ring Holder
Bronze
Gaston Hauchecorne: Rare Bronze Sculpture of a Laughing Monk
By Gaston Hauchecorne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Gaston Hauchecorne (1880-1944, France) : Bronze patinated bust of a chinese monk laughing / Buste
Bronze
1960s French Ceramic Elephant
Located in High Point, NC
A ceramic decoration from 1960s France in the shape of an elephant. Glazed in bright white laced
Ceramic
1960s French Ceramic Elephant
Located in High Point, NC
A ceramic decoration from 1960s France in the shape of an elephant. Glazed in a celadon hue laced
Ceramic
1960s French Ceramic Elephant
Located in High Point, NC
A ceramic decoration from 1960s France in the shape of an elephant. Glazed in a deep blue laced
Ceramic
1960s French Ceramic Elephant
Located in High Point, NC
A ceramic decoration from 1960s France in the shape of an elephant. Glazed in a celadon hue laced
Ceramic
1960s French Ceramic Elephant
Located in High Point, NC
A ceramic decoration from 1960s France in the shape of an elephant. Glazed in ochre laced with
Ceramic
1960s French Ceramic Elephant
Located in High Point, NC
A ceramic decoration from 1960s France in the shape of an elephant. Glazed in a murky umber hue
Ceramic
1960s French Ceramic Elephant
Located in High Point, NC
A ceramic decoration from 1960s France in the shape of an elephant. A saddle seat and blanket are
Ceramic
1960s French Ceramic Camel
Located in High Point, NC
This ceramic sitting camel was crafted in France, circa 1960. A poised figure, this tranquil camel
Ceramic
1960s French Ceramic Camel
Located in High Point, NC
This ceramic sitting camel was crafted in France, circa 1960. A poised figure, this tranquil camel
Ceramic
1960s French Ceramic Elephant
Located in High Point, NC
A vintage ceramic ornament in the shape of an elephant. Made in France in the 1960s, this piece
Ceramic
1960s French Ceramic Camel
Located in High Point, NC
This ceramic sitting camel was crafted in France, circa 1960. A poised figure, this tranquil camel
Ceramic
1960s French Ceramic Elephant
Located in High Point, NC
A ceramic decoration from 1960s France in the shape of an elephant. Glazed in bright white laced
Ceramic
1960s French Ceramic Elephant
Located in High Point, NC
A ceramic decoration from 1960s France in the shape of an elephant. Glazed in a deep blue laced
Ceramic
1960s French Ceramic Elephant
Located in High Point, NC
A ceramic decoration from 1960s France in the shape of an elephant. A saddle seat and blanket are
Ceramic
1960s French Miniature Ceramic Elephant
Located in High Point, NC
A ceramic decoration from 1960s France in the shape of an elephant. A saddle seat and blanket are
Ceramic
1960s French Miniature Ceramic Elephant
Located in High Point, NC
A ceramic decoration from 1960s France in the shape of an elephant. A saddle seat and blanket are
Ceramic
1960s French Ceramic Blue Camel
Located in High Point, NC
A ceramic decoration from 1960s France in the shape of a blue camel. A saddle seat and blanket are
Ceramic
20th Century French Collection of Carved Wood Elephants, Set of 19
Located in High Point, NC
A decorative set of 19 masterfully carved wooden elephants from 20th century France. Showing both
Wood
Pair of French Chinoiserie Terracotta Figures of Bird Sellers
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of French Rococo style terracotta figures of bird sellers, a male and female, both holding
Sold
H 14.5 in W 7 in D 6 in
Pair 19th Century French Chinoiserie Terracotta Female Figures of Bird Sellers
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of French Rococo style terracotta figures of bird sellers, both female, one holding a dove and
Terracotta
1960s French Ceramic Elephant
Located in High Point, NC
A ceramic decoration from 1960s France in the shape of an elephant. A saddle seat and blanket are
Ceramic
French 19th Century Pair of Chinese Figures
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A French 19th century Pair of Chinese Figures Polychromed lacquered metal representing a Chinese
Metal
Inspired Opposing Pair of French Porcelain Parrots In Floral Hoops
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Inspired, opposing pair of French porcelain parrots perched on a finely crafted brass wreath with
Porcelain
A Jacob Petit porcelain pagoda figure of a bearded Chinaman
By Jacob Petit
Located in London, GB
painter. After learning more about French hard-paste porcelain techniques and gaining experience, Petit
Porcelain
Antique 19c Chinese Bronze Champleve Figural Censer - Donkey & Rider
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique 19c Chinese Bronze Champleve Figural Censer - Donkey & Rider.
Bronze, Enamel
Antique Palais Royale Chinoiserie Ormolu Ring Holders - French
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of Palais Royale ormolu and mother-of-pearl ring holders, one figure a seated chinoiserie
Ormolu
French Pair of Jacop Petit Chinoiserie Porcelain Perfume Bottles
By Jacob Petit
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare and charming pair of seated oriental figures. One playing a flute the other a lute. Made by Jacop Petit in Paris during the reign of Louis Philippe about 1840. These are f...
$234,216Sale Price|33% Off
H 51.19 in W 55.12 in D 201.58 in
Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
By Henry Ward
Located in Amsterdam, NL
England, third quarter of the 19th century On two scrolling foliate feet with casters, above which a rectangular two-side glazed frame, with on top a two-sided shield with initial...
Other
$9,850
H 20 in W 16 in D 12 in
A 1930's French Gilt Lacquered Wood Pagoda Form Chinoiserie Platinum Painted Box
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
A 1930's French Gilt Lacquered Wood Pagoda Form Chinoiserie Platinum Painted Box, Attributed to Jansen. At first glance, the box's visual allure is simply breathtaking. Adorned with ...
Wood
$42,500 / set
H 34.25 in W 24 in D 23 in
Four Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Chinoiserie Bergères, Jansen Attr., 1890
By Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Fine and Rare Assembled Set of Four French Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Carved and Japanned-Chinoiserie Lacquer Decorated Bergers Armchairs, attributed to Maison Jansen (House of Janse...
Velvet, Giltwood, Lacquer
French Empire Bedroom Suite Walnut Nightstands Bed Commode 1870
Located in Potters Bar, GB
This Suite Comprises of a Large Gentleman's Wardrobe, a Ladies Wardrobe, Super King Size Bed, Marble Top Commode and a Pair of Marble Top Bedside Cabinets. The Whole of the Suite Bei...
Marble
Large Conversation Settee - Canapé à confident - Sofa
Located in Paris, FR
Very unusual and large conversation settee - canapé à confident. Carved gilt-wood and velvet fabric, circa 1880.
Velvet, Wood
Fabergé Silver Service
By Fabergé
Located in New Orleans, LA
This extraordinary 128-piece service by Fabergé is a rare treasure in more ways than one. Enclosed in its original oak chest, the exquisite service remains complete and in pristine c...
Silver
$9,500 / set
H 14 in Dm 8 in
Fine Pair of Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Japanese Satsuma Porcelain Vases
By Satsuma
Located in Long Island City, NY
A very fine pair of late 19th century gilt bronze and Japanese Satsuma porcelain vases. Painted scenes of men, women and children in landscape scenes and at leisure surrounded by ...
Bronze
$187,500
H 102 in W 84.5 in D 22.5 in
Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet
Located in Houston, TX
Large-scale 19th century English display cabinet executed in the Chinoiserie tradition. Constructed in carved mahogany and conceived as a tripartite architectural façade, each glazed...
Glass, Mahogany
Fabergé Silver Flatware Service
By Fabergé
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptional 77-piece complete service by Fabergé is a rare treasure from the world-renowned firm. Enclosed in its original oak chest, the exquisite service remains complete and ...
Silver
Rare Louis XV Ormolu-Mounted Tulipwood and Chinese Lacquer Cabinet
Located in Long Island City, NY, NY
A Rare Louis XV Ormolu-Mounted Tulipwood and Chinese Lacquer cabinet, c. 1750 (Regence Period) A truly magnificent, monumental, and one of a kind cabinet, painted throughout with gi...
Ormolu
$60,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 49.5 in W 40.15 in D 16.15 in
French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze-Mounted Mahogany Chinese Lacquered Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
A spectacular antique French Louis XVI style gilt bronze mounted mahogany Chinese lacquered double door cabinet embellished with Chinese gilt decorated lacquered panels depicting chi...
Bronze
$400
H 11 in W 5.5 in D 13 in
Lucky Chinoiserie Blue and White Ceramic Elephant Plant Stand or Garden Statue
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Beautiful blue and white ceramic elephant plant stand or garden statue. This piece features an elephant shown with the trunk up. (In Southeast Asia, a trunk up means good luck!) ...
Ceramic, Paint
$110,305
H 95.08 in W 69.89 in D 95.28 in
LARGE & IMPORTANT ANTiQUE CIRCA 1600 CHARLES I DOCUMENTED ENGLISH OAK TESTER BED
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare and highly important, Museum quality, extra large framed, Documented English oak Tester bed c...
Oak
Pair of 18th Century Berlin Porcelain Handpainted Figures
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of German Berlin porcelain 18th century figures of Asian man with cymbals and lady with parrot. Female figure has painted signature and "U" impressed in base.
Porcelain
$4,500 / set
H 15.5 in W 10 in D 7 in
Antique Meissen Porcelain Vases with Serpent Handles, 19th Century
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Hudson, NY
A large and decorative pair of Meissen porcelain vases, of ancient Roman krater form, with handles shaped as entwined serpents. Highly ornamental, these vases represent an interesti...
Gold Leaf
A Pair of Italian Faience Chinoiserie Figures, Mid 20th Century
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A stunning pair of mid 20th century tin glazed earthenware male and female chinoiserie figures. The man playing his string instrument, the woman with gathered flowers, each stands 36...
Earthenware, Faience
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.
Find a collection of chinoiserie bedroom furniture, cabinets, decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
Styling your home with vintage, new and antique sculptures means adding a touch that can meaningfully transform the space. By introducing a sculptural work as a decorative finish to any interior, you’re making a statement, whether you tend toward the dramatic or prefer to keep things casual with modest, understated art.
A single, one-of-a-kind three-dimensional figurative sculpture mounted on your dining room wall is a guaranteed conversation piece, while a trio of abstract works arranged on your living room bookshelves can add spontaneity to the collection of first-edition novels or artist monographs you’re displaying as well as draw attention to them. Figurative sculptures are representational works that portray a specific person, animal or object. And while decorating with busts, which are sculpted or cast figurative works, hasn’t exactly topped the list of design trends every year, busts are back. According to designer Timothy Corrigan, “They give humanity in a way that a more abstract sculpture can’t give.” Abstract sculptures, on the other hand, are not meant to show something specific. Instead, they invoke a mood or scene without directly stating what they are portraying.
Busts made of stone or metal may not seem like a good fit for your existing decor. Fortunately, there are many ways for a seemingly incongruous piece to fit in with the rest of your room’s theme. You can embrace a dramatic piece by making it the focal point of the room, or you can choose to incorporate several elements made out of the same material to create harmony in your space. If an antique or more dramatic piece doesn’t feel like you, why not opt for works comprising plastic, fiberglass or other more modern materials?
When incorporating sculpture into the design of your home — be it the playful work of auction hero and multimedia visionary KAWS, contemporary fiber art from Connecticut dealer browngrotta arts or still-life sculpture on a budget — consider proper lighting, which can bring out the distinctive aspects of your piece that deserve attention. And make sure you know how the size and form of the sculpture will affect your space in whole. If you choose a sculpture with dramatic design elements, such as sharp angles or bright colors, for example, try to better integrate this new addition by echoing those elements in the rest of your room’s design.
Get started on decorating with sculpture now — find figurative sculptures, animal sculptures and more on 1stDibs today.