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Chinese Chippendale Building and Garden Elements

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
Set of Six Chinese Chippendale Garden Dining Chairs by Richard Frinier
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic and rare set of six garden dining armchairs designed by Richard Frinier for Century Furniture early 21st century. Crafted from heavy wrought aluminum featuring a stylish Chi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chinese Chippendale Building and Garden Elements

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Brown Jordan Garden Dining Set by Hall Bradley "Calcutta"
Located in North Miami, FL
Classic dining set of Chinese Chippendale faux bamboo 6 chairs and table in classic white for outdoor, garden or patio. Recently powder coated white over cast aluminum. Designed by Hall Bradley...
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1960s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Building and Garden Elements

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Aluminum

Antique Red Chinese Chippendale Style Iron Garden/Patio Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
Highly stylish, inspired by Georgian-ear classical form of an English garden chair, sometimes referred to as “chinoiserie” or Chinese Chippendale style, but also known in Britain as “cockspen” chair. This chair is large and commodious, generously proportioned, it's a great choice indoors or out. The garden/patio chair...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Chinese Chippendale Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Brown Jordan Set of Four '4' Hall Bradley "Calcutta" Armchairs
Located in North Miami, FL
Classic set of 4 Chinese Chippendale faux bamboo dining armchairs for outdoor, garden or patio. Recently powder coated in classic white over cast aluminum. Designed by Hall Bradley...
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1960s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Building and Garden Elements

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Aluminum

Set of Four Chinese Chippendale Style English Iron Garden Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic set of four grand English patio and garden dining armchairs crafted in the Chinese Chippendale taste. The chairs are surprisingly large and heavy constructed from iron featu...
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20th Century English Chinese Chippendale Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Chinese Brass Round Back Plate for Double Entry Doors
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Cool 1960’s round solid brass entry door back plate with Chinese motif. In good original vintage condition, shows minor wear consistent with age. The indoor plate are lacquered th...
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1960s East Asian Vintage Chinese Chippendale Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Pair of Chinese Solid Mahogany & Brass Large Ice Chest Box by George Zee
Located in San Diego, CA
Great pair of Chinese Ice chests or planters by George Zee, circa 1960s solid mahogany with dovetail finish, brass handles, and decorative faux bambo...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Building and Garden Elements

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Metal, Brass

Pair of Blue and White Porcelain Chinese Oriental Drum Garden Seat Pedestal
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of blue and white pierced porcelain Chinese drum garden seats. Item features porcelain construction, pierced decoration, white and blue paint glazed decoration, great style form...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chippendale Building and Garden Elements

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Chenille

Tall Chinese Chippendale Wingback Arm Chair
Located in Stamford, CT
A statement piece wood fretwork Chinese Chippendale chair painted in Chinese red with caned seat. In very good condition.
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1960s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Building and Garden Elements

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Wood

Meadowcraft Faux Bamboo Chippendale Style Patio Lounge Chairs With Ottomans
Located in Southampton, NJ
Vintage 4 piece aluminum patio lounge chairs with ottomans by Meadowcraft having faux bamboo frames in the Chinese Chippendale style. In very good condition and incredibly comfortabl...
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Mid-20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Building and Garden Elements

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Aluminum

Late 19th Century Fireside Companion, Purdonium
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Late 19th Century Fireside Companion, Purdonium This is a very attractive piece there is a carved shell and leaf decoration both on the fall front door and on the back gallery Thi...
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Early 1900s Antique Chinese Chippendale Building and Garden Elements

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Padouk

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Chinese Chippendale building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Chinese Chippendale building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage building and garden elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, aluminum and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinese Chippendale building and garden elements 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 building and garden elements, popular names associated with this style include Brown Jordan, George Zee, and Hall Bradley. 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 building and garden elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $875 and tops out at $14,950 while the average work can sell for $2,425.

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