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Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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.

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Style: Chinese Chippendale
Vintage Chinese Carved Stone Jade 3 Tier Pagoda Palace Lantern Tower-a Pair
By Xu Beihong, Dong Qichang
Located in Bensalem, PA
Pair of matching vintage 3 tier 39 inch towers please look over pictures for condition and measurements no breaks or missing parts feel free to reach out with any questions
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1960s Chinese Vintage Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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Jade

Carved Chinese Platform Bed
Located in Branford, CT
Carved Chinese Platform Bed. Beautifully hand carved wood. Chinese, circa 1900.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of 18th Century Coromandel Panels with Chinese Chippendale Frames
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pair of 18th century Coromandel panels with Chinese Chippendale Frames. with a scene depicting figures with pavilions and having Chinese Chippendale ebonized fretwork carved frames.
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18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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Lacquer

Chinoiserie Chinese Black Lacquered Hand Painted Four Panel Asian Screen Divider
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning, expandable Chinese four panel screen/room divider with hand painted landscape scenery on black lacquered wood. A monochromatic floral and bird motif is softly painted on t...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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Brass

Chinese Export Eight Panel Coromandel Screen Blue Mountain Pavilion
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Spectacular Chinese export eight-panel coromandel screen featuring a vibrant blue mountain landscape with pavilions and pagodas. The idyllic screen has a fertility theme decorated wi...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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Brass

Pair of Chinese Chippendale Qing Dynasty Red Lacquered King Wood Arm Chairs 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Chinese Chippendale Qing Dynasty red lacquered king wood serpentine crest curvature arm chairs with decorative carved straight legs and original connecting stretchers. Mid 19...
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1780s Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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Kingwood, Lacquer

Chinese Style Wood Mirror
Located in Mexico, Ciudad de México
This handmade wood Chinese style mirror is varnished with gold leaves and is designed to have the appearance of bamboo inspired by Chinoiserie. ...
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2010s Mexican Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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Wood

Early 20th Century Chinese Wooden Rice Measure with Copper Fittings
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Early 20th Century Chinese Wooden Rice Measure with Copper Fittings – Collectible with Rich Patina Description: This authentic Chinese rice measure, crafted in wood with copper and blackened metal fittings, dates from the early 20th century and was traditionally used for measuring and transporting rice. Featuring hand-assembled wooden planks joined with metal corner reinforcements, this piece displays a rich brown patina that testifies to its age and use. A functional tool of rural Chinese life, it now stands as a beautiful decorative object or collector's piece, ideal for adding authentic character and cultural depth to an interior. Key features include: Traditional Chinese Craftsmanship: Constructed with fine wooden planks, joined and stabilized with blackened metal brackets and copper fittings, this measure showcases practical design rooted in vernacular tradition. Warm Natural Patina: The deep brown wood tones and aged copper highlights reveal a beautiful oxidation and surface wear, offering an aesthetic of timeworn authenticity. Early 20th Century Origin: Made in China in the early 1900s, this piece reflects a period when such tools were essential daily implements—now repurposed as vintage decor. Versatile Decorative Use: Perfect as a sculptural centerpiece, storage box, or planter base, it adds texture and history to both rustic and modern interiors. Collector’s Appeal: A sought-after item for collectors of antique Asian objects, particularly those interested in domestic cultural heritage pieces. Solid & Sculptural Form: With its boxy shape and visible joinery, the piece feels both grounded and graphic, bringing architectural strength to its setting. This Chinese rice measure is more than a historic vessel—it’s a symbol of cultural heritage, honest craftsmanship, and functional beauty, ready to enrich contemporary spaces with vintage soul. Keywords: antique Chinese rice measure, early 20th-century wooden vessel, vintage Asian storage box...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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Metal

Monumental Pair of Vintage Bone Inlayed Chinese Pagoda Temples
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A beautiful pair of monumental vintage bone inlay Chinese pagoda temples with miniature figurines. This super chic pair is a beautiful addition to any roo...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Bone

Two Provincial Chinese Armchairs
Located in Branford, CT
Two antique Chinese dining chairs. Continuous armchairs with carved medallion. Original red pigment. Left chair: H 33" W 25" D 21". SH 20". Right chair: H 35" W 27" D 22". SH 21"...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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Wood

Rare & Exquisite Antique 19th Century Chinese Red Lacquer Cabinet on Stand
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite and exceptionally rare 19th century Chinese red lacquer cabinet on stand A good looking and decorative piece, this is circa 1860-18...
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1860s Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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Wood

Antique Chinese reverse glass painting
Located in Milano, IT
Fascinating 19th-century Chinese mirror painting depicting traditional Chinese interiors with flowers in vases placed on wooden stands, bonsai trees in ceramic planters, books, and ...
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1890s Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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Mirror, Wood

Early 20th Century Chinese Porcelain Bucket Vase, Famille Verte
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Beautiful big bucket vase with two steel handles, Famille verte. Excellent decorated with women and young boys in a walled garden and princess on horseback...
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18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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Ceramic, Porcelain

Rare 19th Century Oriental Brass and Marble Exotic Candle holders
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Spectacular, rare antique candlesticks to decorate your exotic summer table These are two bronze candle holders or similar. They are two Asian figures, one female and the other male ...
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19th Century Unknown Antique Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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Marble, Brass, Bronze

Small Bell in Agate, Sculpture, Made in China Early 20th Century, Gray Color
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Small bell in Agathe. This object was made in China at the beginning of the 20th century. It is a small sculpture, which also serves as a bell with a ball e...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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Agate

Chinese Hardstone Grape Cluster Arrangement, circa 1935-1940
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Chinese hardstone grape cluster arrangement, circa 1935-1940. Realistically modeled grapes, vines and leaves in various color jades, arranged on a sto...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Whimisical Blue Early 20th Century Khotan Antique Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century Khotan rug with a denim blue field. Measures: 5'3" x 8'9" Khotan rugs hail from East Turkestan. Due to its geographical proximity to both Persian and Chin...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Wool

Blue 20th Century Khotan Antique Gallery Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century Khotan gallery size rug. Measures: 6'10" x 13'2". Khotan rugs hail from East Turkestan. Due to its geographical proximity to both Persian and China, Khota...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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Wool

Pair of Asian Hand Carved Wooden Lanterns
Located in Redding, CT
Pair of Asian Hand Carved Wooden Lanterns. Nice decorative pair in a rich cinnabar color. This pair is not identical but very similar. Heavily carved gilt wood with amazing detail. H...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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Glass, Wood

Antique Chinese reverse glass painting with lotus blossoms
Located in Milano, IT
Fascinating 19th-century Chinese mirror painting depicting traditional Chinese interiors with flowers in vases placed on wooden stands, bonsai trees in ceramic planters, books, and o...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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Mirror, Wood

Late Qing Dynasty Carved Hardwood Side Tables or Stands Southern Chinese
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Late Qing dynasty carved hardwood side tables or stands or tea tables, Southern Chinese, A good example of tea tables with finely carved fri...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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Wood

Antique Chinese reverse glass painting with flowers and butterflies
Located in Milano, IT
Fascinating 19th-century Chinese mirror painting depicting traditional Chinese interiors with flowers in vases placed on wooden stands, bonsai trees in ceramic planters, books, and o...
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Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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Mirror, Wood

Antique Chinese reverse glass painting with vase and flowers
Located in Milano, IT
Fascinating 19th-century Chinese mirror painting depicting traditional Chinese interiors with flowers in vases placed on wooden stands, bonsai trees in ceramic planters, books, and o...
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1890s Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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Mirror, Wood

Rare Antique Chinese Red Lacquer Desk Box Early 20th Century
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A rare antique Chinese red lacquer desk box of cove sided rectangular base with three lidded compartments each with "shou" symbol in cartouche, key fr...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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Lacquer

Chinese reversible silk needlework in a fine carved hardwood stand circa 1920
Located in Central England, GB
This most impressive Chinese circular silk needlework Is remarkable as it has been sewn with incredible skill. The front and back are identical in their detail and quality, unlike mo...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Asian Art and Furniture

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Silk

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