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Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

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
Chinese Chippendale Jewelry Chest with Vanity Stool by Baker
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Baker Furniture vanity / jewelry chest with built in storage compartments and hidden mirror. Accompanied by matching vanity stool. A very unique piec...
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20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

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19 Century Porcelain Sculpture of Chinese Antique, Girl with fruit basket
By Alexander's Collection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
19 Century Porcelain Sculpture of Chinese Antique, Girl with fruit basket
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Vintage Asian Concrete Pagoda Garden Ornament
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic vintage concrete garden ornament. A chic Asian pagoda in a clean and sleek design. Splits into 4 separate pieces for easy...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

Materials

Concrete

Planter Cachepot Jardinière with Stand
Located in New York, NY
A white porcelain planter cachepot jardinière with wood stand, circa mid to late-20th century. A white porcelain plant or flower pot on beautiful wood stand with cutouts and scrolled...
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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

Pair of Handmade Maitland-Smith Sculptural Vases Thailand 1980s
Located in Rochester, NY
Pair of Handmade Maitland-Smith Decorative Vases, Thailand, Late 20th Century A striking pair of handmade vases by Maitland-Smith, crafted in Thailand with the brand's signature att...
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20th Century Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Chippendale Mahogany Mantel Clock
Located in Queens, NY
English Georgian Chinese Chippendale-style (19th Century) mahogany mantel clock with pagoda top and lattice design trim & column side (signed: Th...
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19th Century English Antique Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of stunning faux bamboo cachepots
Located in Evanston, IL
Pair of stunning faux bamboo cachepots from Maison Bagues
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1970s French Vintage Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Vintage Asian Ceramic Tang Dynasty Style Horse
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Asian glazed ceramic horse. Done in the style of the Tang Dynasty. Beautiful glossy off white finish. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Chinoiserie Tall Case Clock After Thomas Chippendale
Located in Essex, MA
Late 19th century mahogany chinoiserie tall case clock after Thomas Chippendale. Made around circa 1890-1900 in exacting detail to Thomas C...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

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Mahogany

1930s Hand-Painted Wood Chinese Cachepot
Located in Catania, Sicilia
An amazing cachepot made in China in the Thirties, ebonized wood with mother of pearl inlays and semi precious stones decorations have signs of use and age.
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

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Wood

4ft Tall Blue and White Chinese Vase
Located in London, GB
A Very Decorative Blue and White Chinese Porcelain Vase This Vase Stands at a impressive 4ft in height Being Blue and White goes with Most Colour Decor
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Large Crackled Porcelain Planter w Lion Heads
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Antique Chinese Wing Dynasty Large crackled porcelain planter. Decorated with lion heads as handles. Great decorative piece.
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair of Chinese jade figures - shoulao
Located in Lugo, IT
Pair of Chinese figures in spinach green jade. (1 item with two figures) Good condition. Thank you
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1940s Chinese Vintage Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

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Jade

Chinese Jade and Jadeite Grapes Vine on Stand
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Unique Jade sculpture of grape vine in spinach Jade vase with jadeite grapes Chinese handcarved. Sculpture on green marble stand. Exceptional craftsmanship. From a private Florida co...
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1940s Chinese Vintage Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

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Jade

20th Century Italian Solid Silver Pair of Engraved Vases
Located in VALENZA, IT
Pair of vases in 800 solid silver. The shape of the vases is round, pot-bellied and has been made with a smooth and glossy finish. The vases were embellished with a hand engraving ...
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1990s European Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

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Silver

Antique Chinese Porcelain Plant Bowl with Stand
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Antique Chinese craquellure porcelain large and heavy impressive plant bowl on matching lacquer wood stand.
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1940s Chinese Vintage Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Large Antique Chinese Quality Carved Hardwood Figure
Located in Suffolk, GB
Large antique Chinese quality carved hardwood figure of a bearded gentleman holding a drinking cup in period clothing standing on a carved base. A v...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

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Hardwood

Antique Chinese Marble Buddha Sculpture, 1900s
Located in Naples, IT
Exceptional and ancient Buddha in fine marble. Carved by hand, he represents Buddha with his hand raised in an auspicious attitude.   
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

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Marble

Vintage Bamboo & Floral Lacquer Hexagon Shaped Trash Can or Planter
Located in Atlanta, GA
This vintage hexagon-shaped piece seamlessly combines functionality with artistic charm, making it a versatile decorative item. Crafted with a bamboo frame, it is adorned with a rich...
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20th Century British Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

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Bamboo, Lacquer

Vintage Chinese Lacquered Wood Art Stand
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage lacquered wood Chinese picture stand.
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1950s Chinese Vintage Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

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Wood

Vintage Chinese Papier-Mache Blue and White Basket with Lid
Located in Queens, NY
Vintage Chinese papier-mache vessel painted white with a blue and white floral band around the center and top, wrapped in wicker rattan weave, resting o...
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20th Century Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

Materials

Wicker, Lacquer

Triptych of Chinese Vase Holder in Ebonized Wood with Marble Top
Located in Milano, IT
Triptych of Chinese vase holders in ebonized wood with marble top, end of the 1800. Elegant triptych of vase holders of end of the 1800 and early 1900 Chinese. The structure of the t...
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

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Marble

20th Century Italian Solid Silver Engraved Vase
Located in VALENZA, IT
Vase in 800 solid silver. The shape of the vase is round, pot-bellied and has been made with a smooth and glossy finish. The vason was embellished with a hand engraving depicting a...
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1990s Italian Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

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Silver

20th Century Italian Solid 800 Silver Vase Chinese Replica
Located in VALENZA, IT
Vase in solid silver 800 with enamelled Phoenix, replica of a vase of the Ching Dynasty 1644 - 1911 Chia Ching period 1796 - 1821 Vase from the "Antica Cina collection" produced by ...
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1990s Italian Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

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Silver

Vintage Asian 1920s Blanc De Chine Figure of Lady
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous vintage 1920s Asian figurine. A chic Blanc de Chine design of a beautiful woman. Stamped on the bottom.
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1920s Chinese Vintage Chinese Chippendale Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

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Late 19th Century Sculpture of Maria with Baby Jesus Biscuit Porcelain
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Located in New York, NY
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Vintage Asian Floral Ginger Jar Urns - a Pair
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Pair of Chinese Pink & Green Fishbowls Planters Jardinieres on Carved Pedestals
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Chinese Chippendale decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Chinese Chippendale decorative objects 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 decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, porcelain and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinese Chippendale decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Asia, China, and East Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Arval Argenti Valenza, Argenteria Etruria, Ricardo Lynn & Corporation, and Thomas Turner. 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 decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $249 and tops out at $28,500 while the average work can sell for $344.