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Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

CHINESE CHIPPENDALE STYLE

Like chinoiserie, which had emerged in Europe in the 17th century, antique Chinese Chippendale furniture was an appropriation of Asian design that often distilled it to stereotypes.

Thomas Chippendale published The Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker’s Director in 1754, and the widespread popularity of the book of furniture designs influenced a new style of furniture named for the English cabinetmaker. Artisans in England, the United States and Europe adapted the work illustrated in its pages. The publication of the pattern book included designs reflecting “Gothic, Chinese and Modern Taste,” with illustrations of “Chinese” chairs and cabinets featuring elaborate hand-carved latticework.

Pagoda-shaped flourishes and wood painted in the “japanned” finish that mimicked lacquer were common on these pieces, as were fretwork patterns on chair backs. The back of a chair is the easiest way to distinguish between Gothic, Rococo and Chinese Chippendale chairs, all of which typically feature broad seats and luxurious upholstery. Chippendale’s designs for “Chinese” chairs tend to favor more clean lines and less ornamentation than the other styles, with cutouts in the rails and the fretwork on the back evoking a European ideal of East Asian design.

Dark woods such as walnut and solid mahogany were commonly used, as were bamboo turnings. Cabinets for imported Chinese ceramics frequently were adorned with glazing bars, while small tea tables were detailed with angular fretwork. The style remained popular through the 18th century and into the decades that followed, even inspiring an entire room at Buckingham Palace.

Find antique Chinese Chippendale dining room chairs, side tables, case pieces and other furniture and decor on 1stDibs.

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Style: Chinese Chippendale
Set of Eight Maison Jansen Faux Bamboo Lacquered Dining Chairs
Set of Eight Maison Jansen Faux Bamboo Lacquered Dining Chairs

Set of Eight Maison Jansen Faux Bamboo Lacquered Dining Chairs

By Maison Jansen

Located in Rio Vista, CA

A sublime large set of eight stamped Maison Jansen dining chairs featuring faux-bamboo construction with trellised diamond latticed backs in the grand Chinese Chippendale taste. Fini...

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Mid-20th Century French Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Hardwood, Lacquer, Faux Bamboo, Beech

Set of Ten Chinese Chippendale Lacquered Faux Bamboo Dining Chairs
Set of Ten Chinese Chippendale Lacquered Faux Bamboo Dining Chairs

Set of Ten Chinese Chippendale Lacquered Faux Bamboo Dining Chairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Extraordinary set of ten black lacquered faux-bamboo dining chairs designed in the Chinese Chippendale taste. The set consists of all armchairs with arms measuring 27.25 inches high....

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20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Cane Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Cane Dining Chairs, Set of Eight

Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Cane Dining Chairs, Set of Eight

Located in Southampton, NJ

A set of eight vintage Chinese Chippendale faux bamboo cane dining chairs with hand oiled & rubbed ebonized wood frames, cane seats in exceptionally well maintained, rarely used cond...

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Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Chinese Chippendale  Faux Bamboo  Dining chairs set of 6
Chinese Chippendale  Faux Bamboo  Dining chairs set of 6

Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Dining chairs set of 6

By Jonathan Adler

Located in Den Haag, NL

Add a touch of exotic elegance to your dining space with these Vintage faux Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs. these chairs feature the classic Chinese Chippendale lattice de...

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1970s Italian Vintage Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Bamboo

Set of Six Brighton Pavilion Style Bamboo Dining Armchairs
Set of Six Brighton Pavilion Style Bamboo Dining Armchairs

Set of Six Brighton Pavilion Style Bamboo Dining Armchairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Amazing set of six bamboo rattan dining armchairs made in the Brighton Pavilion style. The chairs feature an intricate Chinese chippendale open fretwork design crafted from bamboo. The horseshoe shaped frame gracefully curves down to the arms and seat. Newly upholstered fitted loose seat cushions, webbing, and dust covers. The fabric has a laurel leaf style motif over a white ground. Beautifully crafted with a desirable aged patina on the bamboo finish. Rare to find a matching set of six. Provenance: From the estate of William Bernstein...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Chippendale Bamboo Dining Chair, Ebonized
Chippendale Bamboo Dining Chair, Ebonized

Chippendale Bamboo Dining Chair, Ebonized

Located in Westwood, NJ

Chippendale bamboo dining chair, this timeless geometric design lattice back bamboo formed dining side chair in an ebonized finish with light distre...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage Boho Chinese Chippendale Bamboo Dining Chairs - Set of Four
Vintage Boho Chinese Chippendale Bamboo Dining Chairs - Set of Four

Vintage Boho Chinese Chippendale Bamboo Dining Chairs - Set of Four

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Infuse your dining space with the timeless elegance of Chinese Chippendale design. This stunning set of four vintage dining chairs showcases the iconic fretwork back, expertly crafte...

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Late 20th Century Philippine Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Pair of Black Chinese Chippendale Dining Arm Chairs
Pair of Black Chinese Chippendale Dining Arm Chairs

Pair of Black Chinese Chippendale Dining Arm Chairs

Located in Memphis, TN

A pair of black 1970's Chinese Chippendale Dining Arm Chairs with green inset seat cushions. black finish in good shape and chairs are sound and solid.

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1970s North American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

McGuire Vintage Set of Eight Chinese Chippendale Caned Dining Chairs
McGuire Vintage Set of Eight Chinese Chippendale Caned Dining Chairs

McGuire Vintage Set of Eight Chinese Chippendale Caned Dining Chairs

By McGuire

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Impressive mid century set of eight armchairs crafted in mahogany with reed wrapped joints featuring stylized Chinese Chippendale oval backs, caned seats, Asian style brackets, stret...

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20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Reed, Mahogany

Chippendale Faux Bamboo Dining Chair (sets of 2)
Chippendale Faux Bamboo Dining Chair (sets of 2)

Chippendale Faux Bamboo Dining Chair (sets of 2)

Located in Westwood, NJ

Expertly crafted from solid mahogany and finished in a dark walnut stain, it reflects the graceful geometry and artistry of 18th-century Chinese Chippendale design. The hand-carved f...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs Bamboo Set of 8
Vintage Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs Bamboo Set of 8

Vintage Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs Bamboo Set of 8

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For full item description click on "Read More". Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing is from Chairish and they normally set all the costs and handle a...

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1980s Vintage Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Faux Bamboo, Wood

Set of Eight Faux Bamboo Bouclé Lacquered Chloe Dining Chairs
Set of Eight Faux Bamboo Bouclé Lacquered Chloe Dining Chairs

Set of Eight Faux Bamboo Bouclé Lacquered Chloe Dining Chairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Amazing set of eight mahogany lacquered dining chairs featuring a faux bamboo carved finish by Villa and House formerly Bungalow 5. Known as Chloe chai...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Mahogany

Set of 6 Baker Dining Chairs
Set of 6 Baker Dining Chairs

Set of 6 Baker Dining Chairs

$2,880Sale Price / set|20% Off

Set of 6 Baker Dining Chairs

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Pasadena, TX

Set of baker dining chairs Dark walnut consisting of 4 arm and 2 side chairs reupholstered in a bright Ikat print. Measures: Seat height 18.5" Arm height 24".

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1670s North American Antique Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Chippendale Bamboo Dining Chair, Light Oak
Chippendale Bamboo Dining Chair, Light Oak

Chippendale Bamboo Dining Chair, Light Oak

Located in Westwood, NJ

Chippendale Bamboo dining chair, this timeless geometric design lattice back bamboo formed dining side chair in a light oak finish with light distre...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Chinoiserie Pavilion Dining Chair
Chinoiserie Pavilion Dining Chair

Chinoiserie Pavilion Dining Chair

By Jonathan Sainsbury

Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset

A fine mid 18th Century design dining side chair in the Chinese Chippendale manner. To be upholstered in the clients own material. Please note that we are currently working to a 30-...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Regency Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs - Set of 8
Vintage Regency Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs - Set of 8

Vintage Regency Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs - Set of 8

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Presenting an exceptional set of eight vintage Hollywood Regency Chinese Chippendale dining chairs, ready to be customized to your exact specifications. These chairs epitomize timele...

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Mid-20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 10 Chinese Chippendale Angrave’s Bamboo Plantation Chairs
Set of 10 Chinese Chippendale Angrave’s Bamboo Plantation Chairs

Set of 10 Chinese Chippendale Angrave’s Bamboo Plantation Chairs

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Set of 10 Chinese Chippendale Angrave’s Bamboo Plantation Chairs This superb and large set would be wonderful in a large Garden or for Modern conservatory dining, the chairs have ar...

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1930s Vintage Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bamboo

Set of 6 Chinese Chippendale Style Dining Chairs
Set of 6 Chinese Chippendale Style Dining Chairs

Set of 6 Chinese Chippendale Style Dining Chairs

Located in Sheffield, MA

A very handsome set of 6 English, Chinese Chippendale ebonized carved mahogany chairs -- 2 arm chairs and 4 side chairs with open fretwork, ball and claw feet, upholstered slip seats. The carvings are beautifully articulated on the pierced back. Chairs offer a wide comfortable seat and sturdy construction. 2 of the 4 side chairs are slightly larger in scale but a well matched set of 6. Dimensions given are for the 2 arm chairs. Larger side chairs...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Set of Ten Chippendale Armchairs
Set of Ten Chippendale Armchairs

Set of Ten Chippendale Armchairs

By Donghia

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Set of ten mid century armchairs crafted in mahogany in a modern version of the classic chippendale form designed by Yale Burge for Donghia.

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20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Splendid 4S Chinese Teak Wood Dining Chairs
Splendid 4S Chinese Teak Wood Dining Chairs

Splendid 4S Chinese Teak Wood Dining Chairs

$1,520Sale Price / set|50% Off

Splendid 4S Chinese Teak Wood Dining Chairs

Located in Boca Raton, FL

4S Set of Chinese vintage dining chairs in teak wood with a symbol of longevity carved in the backs. Beautifully polished amber color of teak wood. 4 linen cushions included.

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1960s Chinese Vintage Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Stellar Restored Set of 8 Mahogany Cockpen Dining Chairs in Espresso, circa 1940
Stellar Restored Set of 8 Mahogany Cockpen Dining Chairs in Espresso, circa 1940

Stellar Restored Set of 8 Mahogany Cockpen Dining Chairs in Espresso, circa 1940

Located in Atlanta, GA

This magnificent unique set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored, newly upholstered...

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1940s Unknown Vintage Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Chippendale Bamboo Dining Chair, White
Chippendale Bamboo Dining Chair, White

Chippendale Bamboo Dining Chair, White

Located in Westwood, NJ

Chippendale bamboo dining chair, this timeless geometric design lattice back bamboo formed dining side chair is finished in dry chalk white with lig...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Fourteen Cockpen Dining Chairs
Set of Fourteen Cockpen Dining Chairs

Set of Fourteen Cockpen Dining Chairs

Located in Westwood, NJ

A custom set of fourteen mahogany Chinese Chippendale cockpen dining chairs. A mid-18th century design, carved of mahogany with saddle seats and ...

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21st Century and Contemporary English Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of 4 Mahogany Chippendale Style Dining Side Chairs Attributed to Bernhardt
Set of 4 Mahogany Chippendale Style Dining Side Chairs Attributed to Bernhardt

Set of 4 Mahogany Chippendale Style Dining Side Chairs Attributed to Bernhardt

By Bernhardt

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Set of 4 mahogany Chippendale style dining side chairs attributed to Bernhardt. Listing includes (4) side chairs, solid wood frame, nicely carved details, very nice vintage item, gre...

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Late 20th Century North American Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Four Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs
Set of Four Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs

Set of Four Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs

$2,396Sale Price / set|40% Off

Set of Four Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs

Located in Naples, FL

Set of four Chinese Chippendale dining chairs with cream striped original upholstery in good condition.

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Chinese Rosewood Corner Dining Chairs Vintage - Set of 4
Chinese Rosewood Corner Dining Chairs Vintage - Set of 4

Chinese Rosewood Corner Dining Chairs Vintage - Set of 4

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Set of 4 1970s Chinese ...

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1970s Vintage Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Chinese Chippendale dining room chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Chinese Chippendale 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 and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinese Chippendale dining room chairs made in a specific country, there are North America, Europe, and United States 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 Baker Furniture Company, Bernhardt, Century Furniture, and Design Institute America. 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 $995 and tops out at $39,500 while the average work can sell for $2,950.