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Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

CHINOISERIE STYLE

Emerging in the 17th century, chinoiserie appropriated the aesthetics and imagery of popular East Asian design for European-made versions. Reflecting the exoticization of China, Japan and other countries in this era, the word directly translates from French to “Chinese-esque,” which reveals its shortcomings as a style of furniture and decor that often stereotypically and reductively mimics Asian culture rather than showcasing and paying tribute to its artistic traditions.

The enthusiastically decorative chinoiserie style was propelled by influential tastemakers including French King Louis XIV, whose Trianon de Porcelaine in 1670 was inspired by Chinese architecture. Expanded trade between the East and West led to a demand for porcelain, lacquer objects, silk and other goods, which further informed the fanciful furniture being crafted in Europe.

Artisans working in the chinoiserie style used materials and elements like pagoda shapes, bamboo, lacquer surfaces, bird and flower motifs and other interpretations of Asian design on pieces that were frequently set against vibrant wallcoverings. This whimsical approach yielded chinoiserie furniture that boasted dramatic flourishes drawing on the natural world and reflected the dominance of Rococo during the 18th century.

As chinoiserie was shaped by approximations of Asian design by European creators, it had regional variations, such as Chinese Chippendale in England where cabinets, chairs and tea tables had wooden fretwork designs and “japanned” surfaces intended to resemble lacquer work that was created in East Asia. In North America, furniture makers in Boston and New York integrated chinoiserie-painted scenes into Queen Anne furniture.

Antique chinoiserie furniture has continued to be fashionable, from its popularity with decorators of the Hollywood Regency era — James Mont, Tommi Parzinger, William Haines and Samuel Marx favored the style — to contemporary interior designers, although it brings with it a complex history.

Find a collection of chinoiserie bedroom furniture, cabinets, decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.

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Style: Chinoiserie
Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jars, Pair
Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jars, Pair

Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jars, Pair

Located in Elkhart, IN

A classic pair of blue and white ginger jars, decorated throughout with delicate Chinese floral motifs. The pattern is dense yet balanced, wrapping the form in movement while maintai...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

2 Chinese Chinoiserie Blue & White Lotus Flower Planters Cachepots Jardinières
2 Chinese Chinoiserie Blue & White Lotus Flower Planters Cachepots Jardinières

2 Chinese Chinoiserie Blue & White Lotus Flower Planters Cachepots Jardinières

Located in Dayton, OH

Pair of mid to early 20th century blue and white porcelain planters / jardinieres. Round form with flared rim, drain holes, and matching underplates. Decorated by hand with swirling ...

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20th Century Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Japanese Bronze Champleve Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Mantel Vase Urn 12"
Antique Japanese Bronze Champleve Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Mantel Vase Urn 12"

Antique Japanese Bronze Champleve Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Mantel Vase Urn 12"

Located in Dayton, OH

Exquisite antique Japanese bronze champlevé and cloisonné enamel vase with dragon handles. It features decorative patterns of lotus and chrysanthemum flowers, vines, and dragons. Mad...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Chinoiserie Style Elephant Handles Glaze Turquoise Ceramic & Terracotta Urn Vase
Chinoiserie Style Elephant Handles Glaze Turquoise Ceramic & Terracotta Urn Vase

Chinoiserie Style Elephant Handles Glaze Turquoise Ceramic & Terracotta Urn Vase

Located in Miami, FL

Marked glaze ceramic decorative urn, vase in terracotta and elephant handles. Finished in a beautiful warm Turquoise and Brown Hue with smooth Textures. Marked at the Base E and sign...

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1970s American Vintage Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Terracotta

Chinoiserie Palm Oval
Chinoiserie Palm Oval

Chinoiserie Palm Oval

By Jonathan Sainsbury

Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset

A carved gilt-wood Chippendale crossed palm frame, with inset hand painted chinoiserie portraits of 18th Century oriental nobility. Please note we are currently working to a 30-36 w...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Giltwood

Pewter and Copper Trinket Box, Hong Kong Mid Century Ca 1950s
Pewter and Copper Trinket Box, Hong Kong Mid Century Ca 1950s

Pewter and Copper Trinket Box, Hong Kong Mid Century Ca 1950s

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a cast pewter lidded box modelled as a duck with copper detail, made in Hong Kong and dating to the mid -century, Circa 1950s The mixed metal box is cast in the Cinoiserie ...

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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper, Pewter

Lalique Crystal Samurai’s Perfume Bottle
Lalique Crystal Samurai’s Perfume Bottle

Lalique Crystal Samurai’s Perfume Bottle

By Lalique

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a Lalique Crystal Sculpture Perfume Bottle. It depicts a clear and frosted crystal Samurai sculpture standing over a round crystal bottle tha...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

19th Century Chinoiserie Lacquer Sewing Box, Hand-Painted with Gilt
19th Century Chinoiserie Lacquer Sewing Box, Hand-Painted with Gilt

19th Century Chinoiserie Lacquer Sewing Box, Hand-Painted with Gilt

Located in Toronto, CA

This is a remarkable 19th century, Japanese lacquered sewing box with multiple compartments on the interior. The exterior is decorated in elaborate black and gilded motifs including...

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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Bone, Wood, Lacquer

Pair Antique Blue and White Delft Ginger Jars Hand Painted Netherlands C. 1790
Pair Antique Blue and White Delft Ginger Jars Hand Painted Netherlands C. 1790

Pair Antique Blue and White Delft Ginger Jars Hand Painted Netherlands C. 1790

By Delft

Located in Katonah, NY

Made in the late 18th century, this pair of blue and white Delft jars has an elegant presence. The smooth ovoid bodies rise to a strong, stepped neck and a wide, projecting flange th...

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Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Delft

Antique Calligrapher's Pen Box, Lacquered, Quill Case, Chinoiserie, Victorian
Antique Calligrapher's Pen Box, Lacquered, Quill Case, Chinoiserie, Victorian

Antique Calligrapher's Pen Box, Lacquered, Quill Case, Chinoiserie, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique calligrapher's pen box. An Oriental, lacquered papier-mâché quill case in Chinoiserie taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890. Fascinating pen case...

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1890s Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Lacquer

Antique French Longwy Emaux Cloisonne Enamel Grapevine Ceramic Cylinder Vase 7"
Antique French Longwy Emaux Cloisonne Enamel Grapevine Ceramic Cylinder Vase 7"

Antique French Longwy Emaux Cloisonne Enamel Grapevine Ceramic Cylinder Vase 7"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique French Longwy Emaux cloisonne enameled ceramic mantel vase or urn featuring a cylindrical shape with a floral grapevine / grapes / berries theme. Founded in 1798 in Lorraine...

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19th Century French Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Celadon Vase Ginger Jars
Pair of Celadon Vase Ginger Jars

Pair of Celadon Vase Ginger Jars

Located in Locust Valley, NY

This pair of celadon ginger jar vases features a timeless and elegant design. Each jar is crafted from ceramic with a soft, translucent green celadon glaze, giving them a smooth and ...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Small Antique Apprentice Chest, English, Camphorwood, Storage Box, circa 1920
Small Antique Apprentice Chest, English, Camphorwood, Storage Box, circa 1920

Small Antique Apprentice Chest, English, Camphorwood, Storage Box, circa 1920

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a small antique apprentice chest. An English, camphorwood sample storage box, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920. Superb craftsmanship in miniature from the hand...

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Early 20th Century British Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Maitland Smith Red Floral Chinese Cloisonne Mantel Vase Urn 12"
Maitland Smith Red Floral Chinese Cloisonne Mantel Vase Urn 12"

Maitland Smith Red Floral Chinese Cloisonne Mantel Vase Urn 12"

By Maitland Smith

Located in Dayton, OH

Large late 20th century Maitland Smith cloisonné flower vase - red enamel on brass featuring a design of pink / purple flowers.. Turquoise blue interior. Hand Made in China. Dimens...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Pair of Turquoise Glazed Parrots Chinese Porcelain 30cm
Pair of Turquoise Glazed Parrots Chinese Porcelain 30cm

Pair of Turquoise Glazed Parrots Chinese Porcelain 30cm

Located in Poperinge, BE

Rare pair of parrot or cockatoo figurines, made of blue or turquoise and purple glazed Chinese porcelain, circa the first half of the 20th century. Marked on the bottom with the make...

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1920s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Meiji Japanese Style Cast Iron Metal Large Lobster Sculpture
Vintage Meiji Japanese Style Cast Iron Metal Large Lobster Sculpture

Vintage Meiji Japanese Style Cast Iron Metal Large Lobster Sculpture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Meiji Japanese Style Cast Iron Metal Large Lobster Sculpture. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: Overall: 14" H x 19" W x 7" D. Body approx 8" H x 11" W x 7" D.

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Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Pair Chinese Cloisonné Cranes as Candlestick Prickets
Pair Chinese Cloisonné Cranes as Candlestick Prickets

Pair Chinese Cloisonné Cranes as Candlestick Prickets

Located in New York, NY

This darling pair of cloisonné crane pricket candlesticks would be the perfect addition to any home. In Chinese mythology the symbol of the crane represents longevity, and the depict...

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Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Gold Leaf

Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jar, Late 20th Century
Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jar, Late 20th Century

Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jar, Late 20th Century

Located in Elkhart, IN

A classic blue and white ginger jar, decorated throughout with delicate Chinese floral motifs. The pattern is dense yet balanced, wrapping the form in movement while maintaining the ...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Italian Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jar
Italian Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jar

Italian Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jar

By Ardalt

Located in Elkhart, IN

A richly decorated blue and white porcelain ginger jar by Ardalt's Blue Delfia line, crafted in Italy during the mid-20th century. The elegant classic form is adorned with dense flor...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Mason's Ironstone Vase in Blue Hawthorne Pattern, Circa 1830
Mason's Ironstone Vase in Blue Hawthorne Pattern, Circa 1830

Mason's Ironstone Vase in Blue Hawthorne Pattern, Circa 1830

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is an ironstone Vase in the blue Hawthorne and fence and bowl pattern, made by Mason's Ironstone of Lane Delph, Staffordshire, England, during the first half of the 19th century...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ironstone

Pair of Imari Style Sitting Cat Sculptures, Hand-painted Porcelain
Pair of Imari Style Sitting Cat Sculptures, Hand-painted Porcelain

Pair of Imari Style Sitting Cat Sculptures, Hand-painted Porcelain

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage pair of porcelain sculptures depicts sitting cats, facing each other in style of Staffordshire figurines with their faces turned towards the viewer. The cats' bodies and head...

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20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Pottery

Vintage Sarreid Ltd. Hand Carved Wooden Mandarin Duck With Brass
Vintage Sarreid Ltd. Hand Carved Wooden Mandarin Duck With Brass

Vintage Sarreid Ltd. Hand Carved Wooden Mandarin Duck With Brass

By Sarreid Ltd.

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Hand carved wooden figure depicting a Mandarin duck with artistic distressed styling featuring a styled, crest heavy silhouette modeled after a male mandarin duck in full breeding pl...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Chinoiserie Large Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jar
Chinoiserie Large Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jar

Chinoiserie Large Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jar

Located in Elkhart, IN

A classic blue and white ginger jar, decorated throughout with delicate bird and floral branch motifs. The pattern is dense yet balanced, wrapping the form in movement while maintain...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Chinoiserie Porcelain Foo Dogs Fu Guardian Lion Statues Sculptures 23"
Chinese Chinoiserie Porcelain Foo Dogs Fu Guardian Lion Statues Sculptures 23"

Chinese Chinoiserie Porcelain Foo Dogs Fu Guardian Lion Statues Sculptures 23"

Located in Dayton, OH

A large and impressive pair of blanc de chine porcelain Chinese guardian lions / Foo Dogs / Shishi. Made from high-quality kaolin clay and fired at high temperatures to achieve a lu...

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20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Malachite Rock on Display Stand Chinese Scholar Stone
Malachite Rock on Display Stand Chinese Scholar Stone

Malachite Rock on Display Stand Chinese Scholar Stone

Located in Atlanta, GA

A malachite rock specimen with intense green and black colors fitted on a wood stand and displayed as a Chinese scholar stone. The gemstone in t...

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20th Century American Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Vintage Chinese Jade & Quartz Bonsai Tree Sculpture
Vintage Chinese Jade & Quartz Bonsai Tree Sculpture

Vintage Chinese Jade & Quartz Bonsai Tree Sculpture

Located in Plainview, NY

A vintage Chinese Jade and Quartz bonsai tree. Delicately crafted, this bonsai tree boasts beautiful and colorful leaves and petals.The flowers are made on bendable wrapped wires and...

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Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Jade, Quartz

Wonderful English 18th-19th Century Red Chinoiserie Grandfather Clock
Wonderful English 18th-19th Century Red Chinoiserie Grandfather Clock

Wonderful English 18th-19th Century Red Chinoiserie Grandfather Clock

Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

English late 18th-early 19th century red chinoiserie grandfathers clock. Brass dial inscribed Jan Chater. Working condition. Beautiful detail and paint. Wonderful condition.

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Late 18th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

19th Century Blue & White Vase
19th Century Blue & White Vase

19th Century Blue & White Vase

Located in Dallas, TX

19th century blue & white vase features the vivid blues so desirable with the makers of such goods since the 15th century. The blues were derived from cobalt oxide, which interesting...

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1890s Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Black Chinoiserie Square Frame
Black Chinoiserie Square Frame

Black Chinoiserie Square Frame

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Our large, square black Chinoiserie frame was handcrafted by Kipper in our shop. Design/style is originated from China. Absolutely stunning hand painted figures of a traditional ser...

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21st Century and Contemporary North American Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Bamboo

Vintage Japanese Large Hand Painted Porcelain Orange and Blue
Vintage Japanese Large Hand Painted Porcelain Orange and Blue

Vintage Japanese Large Hand Painted Porcelain Orange and Blue

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Japanese Large Hand Painted Porcelain with Orange and Persimmon red and Blue design. Large orange ceramic bowl with a scene of a Japanese m...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Vintage Oval Ceramic Chinoiserie Blue and White Trinket Dish with Lid
Vintage Oval Ceramic Chinoiserie Blue and White Trinket Dish with Lid

Vintage Oval Ceramic Chinoiserie Blue and White Trinket Dish with Lid

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A small oval chinoiserie blue and white trinket dish with a lid. This piece is from China and was created in ceramic with blue paint. It is white, with a painted scenic design on the...

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20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Large Pair of Early 20th-Century Chinese Cloisonné Vases, 1910s
Large Pair of Early 20th-Century Chinese Cloisonné Vases, 1910s

Large Pair of Early 20th-Century Chinese Cloisonné Vases, 1910s

Located in Brescia, Brescia

A striking and monumental pair of cloisonné enamel vases, likely Chinese in origin, dating to the early 20th century (circa 1910s). Standing at 51.5 cm in height with a generous 30 c...

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1910s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Metal

English Chinoiserie Tea Caddy with Dual Interior Canisters, 19th Century
English Chinoiserie Tea Caddy with Dual Interior Canisters, 19th Century

English Chinoiserie Tea Caddy with Dual Interior Canisters, 19th Century

Located in Wichita, KS

19th Century English Chinoiserie Tea Caddy with Dual Interior Canisters A 19th century English chinoiserie tea caddy of faceted octagonal form, raised on carved paw feet and decorat...

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Mid-19th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Vintage Chinese Export Porcelain Bird Painted Cachepot Flower Pot Vase
Vintage Chinese Export Porcelain Bird Painted Cachepot Flower Pot Vase

Vintage Chinese Export Porcelain Bird Painted Cachepot Flower Pot Vase

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Chinese Export Porcelain Bird Painted Cachepot Flower Pot Vase. Vase rests on porcelain decorated base, unique shape, painted bird and floral design throughout, very nice vin...

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Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

18th Century Delft Covered Urn
18th Century Delft Covered Urn

18th Century Delft Covered Urn

Located in Nantucket, MA

Antique Dutch Delft pottery covered urn, mid-18th century, a tin glazed earthenware vessel having a dog finial atop a domed lid, on a ribbed ovoid body, decorated in a blue and red O...

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Mid-18th Century Dutch Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Antique Blue & White Delft Charger by De Klaauw (The Claw) Netherlands Ca. 1780
Antique Blue & White Delft Charger by De Klaauw (The Claw) Netherlands Ca. 1780

Antique Blue & White Delft Charger by De Klaauw (The Claw) Netherlands Ca. 1780

By The Claw

Located in Katonah, NY

This exceptional Dutch Delft blue and white charger was crafted by the De Klaauw (The Claw) factory circa 1780. The entire surface is richly decorated in vibrant cobalt blue. The cen...

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Late 18th Century Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Delft

Intricately Decorated Bronze Tang Horse  This is a Classic Piece of Chinese Folk
Intricately Decorated Bronze Tang Horse  This is a Classic Piece of Chinese Folk

Intricately Decorated Bronze Tang Horse This is a Classic Piece of Chinese Folk

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Intricately Decorated Bronze Tang Horse This is a Classic Piece of Chinese Folk Art, superbly cast in bronze, in the classic posed statue of this famous creature This is a fine p...

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1950s Vintage Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Tiffany Le Tallec Cirque Chinois Porcelain Box
Tiffany Le Tallec Cirque Chinois Porcelain Box

Tiffany Le Tallec Cirque Chinois Porcelain Box

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Atlanta, GA

Atelier Le Tallec For Tiffany & Company, 20th century. One of the most collectible patterns, these boxes do not come available often. Marked to bottom.

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20th Century French Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Vintage Asian Cloisonné Enameled Cranes - Set of 2
Vintage Asian Cloisonné Enameled Cranes - Set of 2

Vintage Asian Cloisonné Enameled Cranes - Set of 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A truly magnificent pair of vintage Asian cranes, these statues are a masterful display of the ancient art of cloisonné. Each bird is rendered with exquisite detail, featuring intric...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Delfts Royal Sphinx by Boch Blue and White Porcelain Vase
Delfts Royal Sphinx by Boch Blue and White Porcelain Vase

Delfts Royal Sphinx by Boch Blue and White Porcelain Vase

Located in Elkhart, IN

A gorgeous blue and white porcelain vase with a ruffled lip By Delfts for Royal Sphinx by Boch Holland, Circa Mid-20th century Measures: 6" W x 6" D x 12" H Excellent vintage con...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Mottahedeh Chinoiserie Blue and White Flower Frog Tulipiere or Vase
Vintage Mottahedeh Chinoiserie Blue and White Flower Frog Tulipiere or Vase

Vintage Mottahedeh Chinoiserie Blue and White Flower Frog Tulipiere or Vase

By Mottahedeh

Located in Elkhart, IN

A beautiful blue and white painted porcelain Chinoiserie flower frog, tulipiere vase, or cachepot Portugal, Late-20th Century Measures: 6.75"W x 6.75"D x 3"H. Very good original ...

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Late 20th Century Portuguese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Champleve Bronze Foo Dog Incense Burner
Vintage Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Champleve Bronze Foo Dog Incense Burner

Vintage Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Champleve Bronze Foo Dog Incense Burner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Champleve Bronze Foo Dog Incense Burner. Item features lid with seated foo dog, cloisonne enamel throughout, very nice vintage item, great style and...

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Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Fine PAIR of Georgian Mason's Ironstone Plates in Water Lily Pattern, circa 1818
Fine PAIR of Georgian Mason's Ironstone Plates in Water Lily Pattern, circa 1818

Fine PAIR of Georgian Mason's Ironstone Plates in Water Lily Pattern, circa 1818

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

These are a very good PAIR of early Mason's Ironstone pottery Desert Plates or Dishes in the very decorative Water Lily pattern, produced by the Mason's factory at Lane Delph, Staffo...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ironstone

Louis XV Ormolu Mntd. Meissen Porcelain Chinoiserie Elephant Clock w/ Snail
Louis XV Ormolu Mntd. Meissen Porcelain Chinoiserie Elephant Clock w/ Snail

Louis XV Ormolu Mntd. Meissen Porcelain Chinoiserie Elephant Clock w/ Snail

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

An Exceptionally Rare 18th Century Louis XV Ormolu Mounted Meissen Porcelain Chinoiserie Elephant, Snail, and Flower Mantel Clock. The clock drum is painted with floral reserves on a yellow-ground porcelain case, surmounted by a seated monkey modeled in cream-glazed porcelain. The dial is inscribed “MILLOT / Her DU ROY,” referring to the Parisian clockmaker Millot, horloger du roi, and retains its original single-barrel movement with platform lever escapement. The interior of the case bears a stamped “B.” The entire composition is supported by a scrolling structure of polychrome porcelain flowers mounted on ormolu branches, leading to a central Meissen figure seated on a saddled elephant, positioned on an elaborately cast gilt bronze rocaille base. The composition centers around a chinoiserie theme, which was highly fashionable in mid-18th century France, particularly during the reign of Louis XV. In this example, the chinoiserie elements are expressed through the seated porcelain figure in Chinese dress, riding atop a caparisoned elephant with a vibrantly painted red and gold saddle and bright yellow cushion. The elephant, modeled with expressive naturalism, features finely detailed ears, trunk, and legs in Meissen’s distinctive hand-painted porcelain, with further ornamentation in applied gilding. Surrounding the central figure and timepiece is an elaborate framework of metal branches issuing dozens of individually modeled porcelain blossoms. These include peonies, roses, and tulips in various stages of bloom, each petal uniquely hand-shaped and painted in hues of lilac, ivory, pink, and violet, with naturalistic green leaves extending outward on slender bronze stems. The gilt bronze mount is executed in the Rococo taste, with asymmetrical shell forms, Snails, C-scrolls, and foliate scrollwork typical of French bronze work from the Louis XV period. The ormolu is mercury-gilded, a process common in the 18th century which involved the application of an amalgam of gold and mercury to the surface of the bronze, followed by firing to vaporize the mercury. This technique created a matte yet luminous surface, prized for its depth and lasting quality. The ormolu is cast in a deeply three-dimensional style, with scrolled feet and boldly molded foliate ornaments that cradle the base of the Meissen elephant...

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18th Century German Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ormolu

Chinoiserie Large Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jar
Chinoiserie Large Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jar

Chinoiserie Large Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jar

Located in Elkhart, IN

A classic blue and white ginger jar, decorated throughout with delicate flowering cherry blossom branch motifs. The pattern is dense yet balanced, wrapping the form in movement while...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Fine quality antique Edwardian chinoiserie decorated mantle clock
Fine quality antique Edwardian chinoiserie decorated mantle clock

Fine quality antique Edwardian chinoiserie decorated mantle clock

Located in Ipswich, GB

Fine quality antique Edwardian chinoiserie decorated mantle clock, having a quality antique Edwardian shaped mantle clock with fantastic chinoiserie decoration throughout, having a p...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Pair of Antique Chinese Giltwood Architectural Temple Fragments
Pair of Antique Chinese Giltwood Architectural Temple Fragments

Pair of Antique Chinese Giltwood Architectural Temple Fragments

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Pair of Antique Chinese Giltwood Architectural Temple Fragments

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18th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Giltwood

Large Vintage Chinese Elephant Jardiniere, 1970s
Large Vintage Chinese Elephant Jardiniere, 1970s

Large Vintage Chinese Elephant Jardiniere, 1970s

Located in Den Haag, NL

1970s Glazed ceramic elephant garden flower pot handmade of ceramic. Nice addition to your home, patio or garden.

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1970s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Pair of Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Planters, Floral Motif
Pair of Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Planters, Floral Motif

Pair of Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Planters, Floral Motif

Located in Elkhart, IN

A classic pairing of blue and white porcelain planters, rendered in a softly faceted, scalloped form that feels both tailored and relaxed. The hand-painted botanical motifs—branching...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Early 20thC Hand Carved Tall Wooden Buddha With Ball in Hand
Early 20thC Hand Carved Tall Wooden Buddha With Ball in Hand

Early 20thC Hand Carved Tall Wooden Buddha With Ball in Hand

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Tall hand carved Buddha from the late 19thC or early 20thC. Buddha holding a ball calmly in his left hand. Ball representing peace and prosperity and dispersement of wealth. Fair co...

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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

Chinoiserie Famille Noire Black Dragon Vase with Pink and Green Floral Motif
Chinoiserie Famille Noire Black Dragon Vase with Pink and Green Floral Motif

Chinoiserie Famille Noire Black Dragon Vase with Pink and Green Floral Motif

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A tall famille noire chinoiserie vase with a red and green floral motif throughout the body on a black background. Attached to the neck of the vessel, are two green dragon or lion ha...

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20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Large Italian Chinoiserie Figures on Pedestals, Glazed Terracotta
Large Italian Chinoiserie Figures on Pedestals, Glazed Terracotta

Large Italian Chinoiserie Figures on Pedestals, Glazed Terracotta

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Wonderful pair of large scale glazed white terra cotta male and female chinoiserie figures seated on matching pedestals. These were made in Italy. They will delight and enhance any s...

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20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Chinoiserie Large Blue and White Porcelain Planter
Chinoiserie Large Blue and White Porcelain Planter

Chinoiserie Large Blue and White Porcelain Planter

Located in Elkhart, IN

A classic blue and white porcelain planter, rendered in a softly faceted, scalloped form that feels both tailored and relaxed. The hand-painted botanical motifs—branching blossoms an...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Chinoiserie decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Chinoiserie 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, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinoiserie decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, Asia, 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 Mason's Ironstone, Sofina Boutique Kitzbühel, Gherardo Degli Albizzi, and Maitland Smith. 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 $50 and tops out at $216,780 while the average work can sell for $836.