What is vintage chalkware?

Vintage chalkware is a type of decorative object produced mostly during the early 20th century. Most pieces are made of gypsum or plaster of Paris and feature a hand-painted finish. On 1stDibs, you can find a selection of vintage chalkware.

Vintage Asian Chalkware

Chinese Carved Ivory

Elephant Plant Stand

Black Chinoiserie Console

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Pair of Intricately Carved Ivory Color Chinese Asian Chalkware Lamps

Located in Chattanooga, TN

A savory patina enriches the bone colored vintage carved Asian chalkware lamps. Each bit of these

1950s American Chinoiserie Vintage Asian Chalkware

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Intricately Carved Ivory Color Chinese Asian Chalkware Lamps

H 29 in Dm 11 in

Chinoiserie Asian Chalkware Bust of a Woman Attributed to Esther Hunt, 1920s

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

bust is created from chalkware and features a Chinese woman with dark hair pulled into two buns at each

Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Vintage Asian Chalkware

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Chinoiserie Asian Chalkware Bust of a Woman Attributed to Esther Hunt, 1920s

H 8.25 in W 6 in D 4 in

Lucky Circus Elephant Motif Chalkware Plant Stand, 1970s

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A whimsical circus elephant motif plant stand. Created from either chalkware or fiberglass, this

20th Century American Anglo Raj Vintage Asian Chalkware

Materials

Fiberglass, Plaster

Lucky Circus Elephant Motif Chalkware Plant Stand, 1970s

H 21.5 in W 9.5 in L 21.5 in

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What is vintage chalkware?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Vintage chalkware is a type of decorative object produced mostly during the early 20th century. Most pieces are made of gypsum or plaster of Paris and feature a hand-painted finish. On 1stDibs, you can find a selection of vintage chalkware.