Pair of chinese porcelain "celadon" with wood base
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Wonderful pair of porcelain vases with wood base in "celadon" color circa 1950.
1950s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Porcelain
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.
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Pair of chinese porcelain "celadon" with wood base
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Wonderful pair of porcelain vases with wood base in "celadon" color circa 1950.
Porcelain
Vintage Monumental Tesselated Bone Maitland Smith Style Foo Dog statues a pair
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
A very rare pair of monumental Mansion sized over 3ft tall Foo dog lion statues. The Statues came out of an incredible Palm beach estate. The Foo dogs were a striking focal point in...
Bone
French Tole Cachepot by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
Limited production of French tole cachepot in chinoiserie style. Hand painted, available in different colors. Oval shaped with lion foot and lion ...
Tin
Chinoiserie Dutch Delft Polychrome Faience Lobed Jar, 18th Century, Holland
By Delft
Located in Austin, TX
A charming Dutch Delft ginger jar of lobed form, with chinoiserie design in polychrome tin glazed enamels, 18th century, Holland. The ginger jar (missing its lid), of globular fo...
Earthenware, Faience
Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Peacock
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Exude sophistication with this statuesque vintage ceramic peacock sculpture, a striking example of Hollywood Regency flair blended with Chinois...
Ceramic
Large Asian Carved Wood Sculptures of Good Luck Children Sleeping on Melons
Located in Miami, FL
Large scale late 20th century decorative asian carved wood sculptures of good luck children sleeping on melons. Feature hand painted girl and a boy figures...
Wood
Large Antique Style Willow Pattern Design Floor Vase, Umbrella Stand
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large Antique Style Willow Pattern Design Floor Vase, Umbrella Stand This beautiful looking large piece is round in shape, and painted in an Old Willow design this runs all the way ...
Ceramic
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.
Metal
Papier Mâché Massive Size Fine Quality 19th Century Sewing Box or Jewelry Box
Located in Westport, CT
Papier mâché circa 1870 English inlaid lacquered sewing box/jewelry box, with many Velvet and mother-of-pearl compartments, hidden area in center. Hand-carved mother-of-pearl, inlaid...
Gold Leaf
$1,878Sale Price|35% Off
Ancient Gu Shape 'Riverscapes' vase, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi era, Circa 1690
Located in seoul, KR
An attractive GU vase hand painted in cobalt blue with typical kangxi riverscape panels painting separated by lined borders. It is presumed that the surface turned yellow because it had been in the sea mud for a long time. Period : Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period Production Date : 1690-1699 Made in : Jingdezhen Destination : Netherland Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Vung Tau...
Ceramic
Pair of Soapstone Seal Stamps, 20th Century, in Their Original Boxes
Located in NANTES, FR
## **Pair of Soapstone Seal Stamps, 20th Century, in Their Original Boxes These two hardstone or soapstone seals depict Foo Dogs (Guardian Lions). The...
Stone
Vintage Asian Opposing Glazed Ceramic Elephant Candlesticks - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This captivating pair of vintage ceramic elephant figures pays homage to the classic Chinoiserie tradition, designed to serve as striking decorative objects or majestic candle holder...
Ceramic
Vintage Carved Wood Elephant Candlesticks - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your home with a sense of global grandeur with this striking pair of Regency-style elephant candle holders. Each piece features a majestic, highly detailed elephant standing a...
Resin, Wood
$4,640Sale Price|53% Off
French Chinoiserie Turquoise-Blue Porcelain Encrier Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
The underside of the cherry-blossom decorated palanquin forming the shade over the court figure with phoenix resting on the gilt-bronze mounted carton Pierre panel.
Ormolu
Black Chinoiserie Frame, Birds, Tiger, Floral
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Raised chinoiserie with classic motif of tiger hunt theme, flowers and birds.
Bamboo, Wood
Vintage Chinese Porcelain Double Handle Large 19" Moon Flask Flower Vase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinese Porcelain Double Handle Large 19" Moon Flask Flower Vase. Item features hand painted details, double handle, stamp to underside. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements:...
Porcelain, Pottery
$63Sale Price|27% Off
Mid-Century Chinoiserie Hand Painted Orange Italian Lidded Pottery Ginger Jar
Located in Cookeville, TN
Exquisite Mid-Century Orange Italian Pottery Ginger Jar Chinoiserie. Hand Painted Flower Detail, Lidded.
Ceramic, Paint
Vintage Cloisonné Vase with Floral Motif, China, 1970s
Located in Bastogne, BE
A vintage Chinese multicolor Cloisonne metal vase decorated with large flower pattern on the white background. The rim and the circular base b...
Metal, Enamel
Vintage Chinoiserie Brass Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This evocative vintage brass vessel captures the soulful artistry of Mid-Century Chinoiserie design. Featuring a graceful crescent or boat-shaped silhouette, the bowl is adorned with...
Brass
Mid-20th Century Blanc de Chine Porcelain Figures of Quan Yin, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A serene pair of blanc de chine figures depicting Quan Yin, the bodhisattva of compassion, rendered in softly modeled white porcelain. Each figure carries subtle variation in gesture...
Porcelain
$793Sale Price|20% Off
School of Bien-Hoa Glazed Ceramic Vase Decors De Sages, Circa 1930
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Glazed ceramic vase from the Bien-hoa school, decorated with six sages of the Taoist tradition. The handles are in the shape of black enamelled elephant heads. The upper part of the ...
Ceramic
Pair of Canton Style Porcelain "Cats" Sculptures, circa 1980
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of sculptures in Canton style porcelain representing two sitting cats. White background with an enameled tawny decor and flowers and vegetal motifs in green, pink and red tones,...
Porcelain
Late 20th Century Monumental Chinoiserie Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Very rare and unique blue and white oversized monumental chinoiserie bowl in excellent condition! Great for a large foyer, coffee table, dining table or console to fill and display o...
Porcelain
Vintage Chinoiserie Carved Wood Gold Gilt 12" Chinese Foo Dog Figures - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Carved Wood Gold Gilt Chinese Foo Dog Figurines - a Pair. Item features solid carved wood construction, gold distressed finish, right and left forms, nicely carved details. C...
Wood
Vintage Boho Sang De Bouf Glazed Ceramic Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Presenting a stunning Vintage Boho Sang De Boeuf Glazed Ceramic Vase, a piece that captures the rich heritage of traditional glazing techniques with a timeless, elegant form. This ex...
Ceramic
Vintage Chinese Silver 925 Enameled Foo Dogs - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite pair of vintage Chinese enameled Foo Dogs, crafted from 925 sterling silver, showcases remarkable detail and artistry. The intricate hand-applied enamel in rich hues o...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Handpainted Chinoiserie Porcelain Pastry Dish Sofina Boutique Kitzbühel
Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol
Completely handmade porcelain dish is hands-free painted in a traditional Chinese decor in green. Comes also in grey and in orange. Rimmed with a fine platinum line. Handmade in Bava...
Porcelain
Antique French Chinoiserie Ormolu and Porcelain Three-Piece Clock Graniture
Located in New York, NY
A very fine antique French chinoiserie, doré bronze, and Imari porcelain three-piece clock graniture. The porcelain is marvelously hand-painted with intricately designed flowers, pea...
Bronze
Ormolu and Cloisonné Enamel Jardinière Attributed to F. Barbedienne
Located in London, GB
The large central circular form cloisonne enamel jardinière decorated with vari colored plum flowers and butterflies on a blue ground, with a pierced ormolu rim featuring a pineapple motif resting on a finely cast ormolu base with four legs in the form of winged Foo lions. The ormolu French, the enamel Chinese. This impressive jardinie`re is very much in the manner of objects in enamel produced by Ferdinand Barbedienne in Paris in the last quarter of the 19th century which proved universally popular. Often these pieces were designed by Edouard Lievre (d. 1886) in the Oriental taste. Ferdinand Barbedienne was a famous French metal worker and manufacturer. He presided over one of the most renowned and prolific foundries of Belle Époque Paris. His atelier created sculptures, clocks and bronze mounts of the highest quality, and his works were shown at numerous international exhibitions of the period, where he was rewarded with many medals. Among them the Grande Me´daille d'Honneur, in Paris in 1855 is particularly noteworthy. In 1838 he associated with the engineer Achille Collas (1795-1859) who had just invented a process to reproduce statues at a smaller scale. Together they founded in 1839 the company "Collas et Barbedienne" to reproduce casts of both contemporary artists and Greek and Roman antiquities. While working with Collas, Barbedienne actively pursued contracts with many sculptors of Paris contracting with David D'Angers, Jean-Baptiste Clesinger, and even producing some casts for Antoine Louis Barye as well as others. From 1860 to the years 1890, Barbedienne, eager to research new processes, experimented new techniques in champleve´ and cloisonne´-enamels, to compete with Japanese importations, very fashionable then. When Collas died in 1859, the business was left to Barbedienne as sole owner. The company who had over 300 employees was prosperous as well in the field of reproductions as in its department specialized in the casting of monumental bronzes. In 1865, he was appointed President of the Reunion of Bronze Makers until 1885. After the 1870 war...
Enamel, Ormolu
Pair of French Ormolu-Mounted Chinese Porcelain Vases and Covers
Located in New York, NY
A fine quality pair of French Ormolu-Mounted Chinese Porcelain Vases and Covers in mottled blue-ground glaze. Resting on square ormolu base with paw feet. Origin: French Date: late ...
Ormolu
French Tole Flared Cachepot by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
Limited production of French Tole flared cachepot in chinoiserie style. Available with different decoration and colors. Square shaped.
Tin
$260Sale Price|20% Off
Italian Richard Ginori Porcelain Jewelry Dish Chinoiserie Italia
Located in New York, NY
An Italian porcelain saucer dish by designer Richard Ginori, in the Chinoiserie design style, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Chinoiserie is a European design style. Saucer/dish has a...
Porcelain
Antique European Papier Mâché Tray, Hand-Painted Japonaiserie Scene, circa 1870
Located in COLMAR, FR
A charming and atmospheric small antique papier mâché tray, hand-painted in the Japonaiserie taste that swept through European decorative arts following the landmark Paris Exposition Universelle of 1867. Sourced in Alsace (France) — a region at the cultural crossroads of France and Germany — this intimate rectangular tray carries all the hallmarks of quality late 19th century lacquerwork: a deep black ground, delicate gilt detailing and a richly observed polychrome scene painted with evident skill and affection. The composition is alive with telling detail: a sword-carrying man in a floral kimono walks with a child — who pushes a toy rabbit on a wheeled stick — and a small dog along a waterside path, a cherry blossom tree arching overhead, while boats laden with figures cross a river toward a distant pavilion set among hills and pines. Ducks rest in the reeds below. The presence of a male protagonist is a rarity in European Japonaiserie of this period, which typically favored female figures — a samurai, sword at his side, watching his child's wheeled rabbit toy...
Paper
Fine Pair Antique French Jacob Petit, Chinoiserie Decorated, Two Handled Cov
By Jacob Petit
Located in New York, NY
A Very unusual and fine pair of antique vases by French Jacob Petit. Chinosseri decorated, with covers and delicately crafted handles. Each vase ...
Porcelain
Very Large and Fine 19th Century Chinoiserie and Gilt Bronze Inkwell
Located in Dallas, TX
A very fine 19th century French Chinoiserie and gilt bronze inkwell with a decorated scene. Fine gilt bronze detail with a patinated Oriental figure in the center and inkpots with mo...
Bronze
Chinoiserie Handpainted Porcelain Vase Sofina Boutique Kitzbuehel
Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol
Hands-free painted porcelain vase decorated with a chinoiserie scene with flowers and butterflies in orange. Platinum rimmed. A porcelain dish with the same decor can be ordered. Abo...
Porcelain
$241Sale Price|72% Off
Mason's Ironstone Chamber Stick, Fence Pattern, Staffordshire, 1818
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very rare Ironstone pottery Chamber Stick, made by the Mason's factory at Lane Delph, Staffordshire, England, circa 1818. The chamber stick is circular with a ring handle ...
Ironstone
Massive Cloissone Vase of Pastel Crysanthemums
Located in Riverdale, NY
Massive Cloissone Vase of Crysanthemums from the 1950's China. Large in scale with finely hand detailed blooms of pastel crysanthemums, gradient green foliage with a bird in flight a...
Copper, Enamel
Chinoiserie Handpainted Porcelain Vase Sofina Boutique Kitzbuehel
Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol
Hands-free painted porcelain vase with a chinoiserie design with flowers and butterflies all around. Lined with a green line and rimmed with a platinum frame . Hand-painted in Bavari...
Porcelain
Pair Old Paris Porcelain Chinoiserie Fashion Rose Water Bottles by Jacob Petite
By Jacob Petite
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair Old Paris Porcelain Chinoiserie Fashion Rose Water Bottles Attributed to Jacob Petit, France, Circa 1840–1860 A rare and highly decorative pair of Old Paris porcelain figural ...
Porcelain, Cork
$1,120Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Terracotta Quan Yin Sculpture, Chinoiserie, Thailand, 1950
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Antique impressive 50” high terracotta sculpture of Quan Yin , Buddha of Compassion. Stands tall and. Slender, figure of infinite grace, her gently composed features conveying the su...
Terracotta
Large Scale Chinese Porcelain Covered Jar with Foo Dog Topped Lid
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A grand scale, hand-painted Chinese porcelain covered jar. Removable lid is topped with a foo dog.
Porcelain, Paint
Vintage Chinese Flying Horse of Gansu Statue - Sculpture w/ Traces of Gold Leaf
Located in St. Louis, MO
Large vintage Chinese cast statue or sculpture depicting a flying horse from the Gansu Province in western China. The composition captures the movement and motion of a galloping ho...
Metal
Chinoiserie Large Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jar
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 ...
Porcelain
Pair of 20th C French Silvered Bronze and Crystal Centerpieces/Vases/Planters
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of 20th Century French Silvered Bronze and Crystal Centerpieces/Vases/Planters. This pair of vase centerpieces are a stunning example of 20th-century French design, combining...
Crystal, Bronze
Chinoiserie Style Gilt-Bronze and Enamel Figural Clock
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A rare Chinoiserie style gilt-bronze and enamel figural clock. This elegant and sophisticated clock has a finely chiselled gilt-bronze case with gold and enamel highlights. It dep...
Ormolu
Malachite Rock on Display Stand as a Chinese Scholar Stone
Located in Atlanta, GA
Displayed on a black custom carved wood stand, this solid malachite rock specimen with intense green and black colors functions as a Chinese scholar stone. The gemstone showcases the...
Stone
Decorated Chinese Porcelain Covered Jars Republic Period
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Chinese, hand-painted, colorful, lidded, porcelain jars with celebratory scenes featuring figures and animals.
Porcelain, Paint
Bohemian Silver-Mounted Overlay and Enameled Box, Dated 1852
Located in New York, NY
Bohemian silver-mounted overlay and enameled box, dated 1852 with chinoiserie decorations and Viennese silver.
Enamel, Silver
Nankin Vase from the Manchu Period. China, 19th Century.
Located in Madrid, ES
Chinese NANKIN vase. Made of polychrome and enamelled porcelain with rotating samurai battle scenes. The edges are decorated with oriental dragons. Period: late 19th century, Manchu ...
Porcelain
Vintage Glazed Ceramic Lemon With Blossom
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This charming vintage glazed ceramic sculpture captures the beauty of nature with its exquisitely detailed depiction of a textured lemon or citron, adorned with vibrant green leaves,...
Ceramic
Antique French and Chinoiserie Style Porcelain Porcelain and Architectural Vase
Located in New York, NY
A stunning hand painted porcelain portrait vase with painted architectural decorative motifs all outlined in gold paint. A woman in early 1800's style dress is painted on the belly o...
Bronze
Fine 19th C Lacquered Chinoiserie Grandfather Clock by Triggs and Sons London
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine 19th century Chinoiserie hand painted and decorated grandfather clock. The dial signed Triggs and Sons London. Working condition.
Wood
Antique Chinoiserie Porcelain Bowl Hand Painted Boy in the Window Pattern C-1785
By New Hall
Located in Katonah, NY
This New Hall porcelain bowl carries the confident clarity of late 18th century English interpretations of Chinese Export design. The form is clean and well proportioned, resting lig...
Porcelain
Vintage Japanese Dragon Relief Bronze Chinese 10" Oriental Flower Vase - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Japanese Dragon Relief Bronze Chinese 10" Oriental Flower Vase - a Pair. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 10" H x 6" W x 6" D.
Bronze
19th Century English Chinoiserie Decorated Tall Case Clock
Located in Dallas, TX
Very special 19th century Englished Chinoiserie decorated tall case clock. Featuring very pretty Asian images along with a decora...
Metal
$350Sale Price|30% Off
Chinoiserie Famille Rose Porcelain Cylidrical Squirrel Grapevine Vase 14"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Chinese famille rose porcelain cylindrical vase, decorated with a squirrel perched on a fruiting grape vine, with a dense floral band around the base. Gilt accents. Signed on...
Porcelain, Hardwood
19th Century Chinese Export Lacquer Chinoiserie Sewing Box
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century Chinoiserie Sewing Box. Octagonal shaped box is hand-painted with intricate gilt decorated depicting Asian landscapes, figures, pavilions, and scrolling motifs against a...
Wood, Lacquer
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...
Porcelain
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...
Ceramic