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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.

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Style: Chinoiserie
Vintage Glazed Ceramic Cockatoos - A Pair
Vintage Glazed Ceramic Cockatoos - A Pair

Vintage Glazed Ceramic Cockatoos - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Elevate your interior with this charming pair of vintage glazed ceramic cockatoo statues, a quintessential expression of Hollywood Regency whimsy. These gracefully sculpted avian fig...

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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

French Chinoiserie Turquoise-Blue Porcelain Encrier Table Lamp
French Chinoiserie Turquoise-Blue Porcelain Encrier Table Lamp

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.

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Early 20th Century French Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ormolu

Chinese Polychrome Wooden Carved Wood Tang Style 31" Gold Horse Sculpture Figure
Chinese Polychrome Wooden Carved Wood Tang Style 31" Gold Horse Sculpture Figure

Chinese Polychrome Wooden Carved Wood Tang Style 31" Gold Horse Sculpture Figure

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Chinese Polychrome Wooden Carved Wood Tang Style 31" Gold Horse Sculpture Figure. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 24" H x 31" W x 8.5" D.

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Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Vintage Floral Glazed Ceramic Pedestal Cache Pot
Vintage Floral Glazed Ceramic Pedestal Cache Pot

Vintage Floral Glazed Ceramic Pedestal Cache Pot

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exquisite vintage centerpiece bowl is a masterclass in French Chinoiserie elegance. The pedestal cachepot features a delicate scalloped rim and is masterfully crafted from ceram...

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Mid-20th Century French Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Chinoiserie Porcelain Saddled Horse Figurine Blue and White 1960s
Vintage Chinoiserie Porcelain Saddled Horse Figurine Blue and White 1960s

Vintage Chinoiserie Porcelain Saddled Horse Figurine Blue and White 1960s

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Highly detailed vintage figurine of a saddled horse in motion is hand decorated with abstract flower motifs; the decor is done in traditional blue and white palette. The heavy, sub...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

L'Escalier de Cristal, Oriental Clock, France, circa 1890
L'Escalier de Cristal, Oriental Clock, France, circa 1890

L'Escalier de Cristal, Oriental Clock, France, circa 1890

By L'Escalier de Cristal

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Chinese style clock in the shape of a covered pot, in porcelain painted in imitation of Chinese cloisonné enamel and decorated with a two-patina bronze mount. The dome-shaped co...

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1880s French Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Vintage Chinoiserie Brass Bowl
Vintage Chinoiserie Brass Bowl

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...

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Mid-20th Century Indian Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Blanc de Chine Porcelain Horseback Figure, Early 20th Century
Blanc de Chine Porcelain Horseback Figure, Early 20th Century

Blanc de Chine Porcelain Horseback Figure, Early 20th Century

Located in Astoria, NY

Blanc de Chine Figure on Horseback Porcelain Sculpture. 12" H x 12" W x 4.25" D. Provenance: From an East 72nd Street Estate.

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Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Antique Chinese Ceramic Vase, Unattributed Maker, 12.25\"
19th Century Antique Chinese Ceramic Vase, Unattributed Maker, 12.25\"

19th Century Antique Chinese Ceramic Vase, Unattributed Maker, 12.25\"

Located in Birmingham, AL

A republic was formally established on 1 January 1912 following the Xinhai Revolution, which itself began with the Wuchang uprising on 10 October 1911, successfully overthrowing the ...

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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Cartier Paris Luxury Stationery Set, Red Dragons Design, France, 1990s
Cartier Paris Luxury Stationery Set, Red Dragons Design, France, 1990s

Cartier Paris Luxury Stationery Set, Red Dragons Design, France, 1990s

By Cartier

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Cartier Paris Luxury Stationery Set in Original Red Presentation Box, limited edition. An authentic Cartier Paris luxury stationery set presented in its iconic signature red textured presentation box with elegant gold Cartier script on the interior flaps. Beautifully crafted to the exceptional standards of the renowned French luxury house, this refined correspondence set embodies Cartier's timeless sophistication and attention to detail. The set includes premium heavyweight white note cards with matching fine-quality envelopes. Each notelet features a subtle textured finish and is elegantly embellished with a finely printed red dual-crested Cartier motif, creating a distinguished and understated presentation suitable for personal correspondence, invitations, or special occasions. Housed in a beautifully designed triptych-style folding case, the stationery is both practical and highly collectible, making it an elegant desk accessory or a thoughtful gift for collectors of Cartier and luxury writing accessories. Cartier Card and Envelope Set with the Iconic Red Chinese Dragons Jewelry...

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Late 20th Century French Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Paper

4 Panels of a Wooden Box with Mother of Pearl Inlay, Chinese Scenes.
4 Panels of a Wooden Box with Mother of Pearl Inlay, Chinese Scenes.

4 Panels of a Wooden Box with Mother of Pearl Inlay, Chinese Scenes.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

4 Panels of a Wooden Box with Mother of Pearl Inlay, Chinese Scenes, 19th Century. 4 panels of a wooden box with mother-of-pearl inlays depicting Chinese scenes, Asian Art, 19th cen...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Vintage Chinese Silver 925 Enameled Foo Dogs - Set of 2
Vintage Chinese Silver 925 Enameled Foo Dogs - Set of 2

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...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Faience Chinoiserie Dish Alcora Spain, c. 1735-1760
Faience Chinoiserie Dish Alcora Spain, c. 1735-1760

Faience Chinoiserie Dish Alcora Spain, c. 1735-1760

Located in Charlottesville, VA

Alcora Spain, c. 1735-1760 tin-glazed Earthenware Faience Polychrome-decorated Chinoiserie shaped oblong dish. This is a very rare piece and in outstanding condition. from the 'Chin...

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1730s Spanish Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Faience

Striking Natural Malachite Specimen on Display Stand as Scholar Stone
Striking Natural Malachite Specimen on Display Stand as Scholar Stone

Striking Natural Malachite Specimen on Display Stand as Scholar Stone

Located in Atlanta, GA

A natural malachite rock specimen in form of a mountain peak with striking green and black colors fitted on a wood stand for viewing and meditating. The front and sides of the gemsto...

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20th Century American Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Malachite

Small Ceramic Asian Turquoise Foo Dogs, a Pair
Small Ceramic Asian Turquoise Foo Dogs, a Pair

Small Ceramic Asian Turquoise Foo Dogs, a Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fabulous pair of small Asian ceramic turquoise foo dogs with both male and female figures. The carving details are amazing. Great addition to your chinoiserie collection.

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1950s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

A Pair of Black Cloisonné Baluster Vases on stands
A Pair of Black Cloisonné Baluster Vases on stands

A Pair of Black Cloisonné Baluster Vases on stands

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Pair of Black Cloisonné Baluster Vases on stands A very unusual pair of French cloisonné baluster vases, the vases are set on turned wooden stands, these may be replacements. The...

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1920s Vintage Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Vintage Asian Blue and White Brass Cap Ginger Jar
Vintage Asian Blue and White Brass Cap Ginger Jar

Vintage Asian Blue and White Brass Cap Ginger Jar

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Add timeless elegance to your decor with this stunning vintage blue and white Asian ginger jar. Featuring a traditional hand-painted landscape motif with serene scenes of mountains, ...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Antique Royal Crown Derby Olde Avesbury Phoenix Footed Dish Compote 10"
Antique Royal Crown Derby Olde Avesbury Phoenix Footed Dish Compote 10"

Antique Royal Crown Derby Olde Avesbury Phoenix Footed Dish Compote 10"

Located in Dayton, OH

Rare antique Royal Crown Derby footed dish / bowl / compote featuring the vibrant Olde Avesbury pattern with Phoenix birds and floral accents. The dish has two handles with a reticu...

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Early 20th Century British Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Gilt Bronze and Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Vases
Pair of Gilt Bronze and Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Vases

Pair of Gilt Bronze and Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Vases

Located in London, GB

The vases in this pair feature the striking combination of Kangxi era (circa 1700) porcelain with later 19th century French gilt bronze. This type of combination—of Chinese porcelain...

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17th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Vintage Asian Chinoiserie Hand Painted Lidded Vase
Vintage Asian Chinoiserie Hand Painted Lidded Vase

Vintage Asian Chinoiserie Hand Painted Lidded Vase

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

These vibrant porcelain containers are rich with storytelling and ornate detail, characteristic of Chinese famille rose enamelware. The cylindrical jar and round box are adorned with...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

School of Bien-Hoa Glazed Ceramic Vase Decors De Sages, Circa 1930
School of Bien-Hoa Glazed Ceramic Vase Decors De Sages, Circa 1930

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 ...

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Early 20th Century Vietnamese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

French Cloisonné Enamel & Ormolu mounted Covered Urn In The Chinoiserie Style
French Cloisonné Enamel & Ormolu mounted Covered Urn In The Chinoiserie Style

French Cloisonné Enamel & Ormolu mounted Covered Urn In The Chinoiserie Style

A late 19th century French Cloisonné enamel and ormolu mounted covered tureen, the richly decorated cloisonné enameling with floral and foliate motifs are executed in vibrant hues of...

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Early 1900s French Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

Papier Mâché Massive Size Fine Quality 19th Century Sewing Box or Jewelry Box
Papier Mâché Massive Size Fine Quality 19th Century Sewing Box or Jewelry Box

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...

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19th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Set 2 Chinoiserie Gray Orange Green Hand-Painted Japanese Decor Floor Vases 1979
Set 2 Chinoiserie Gray Orange Green Hand-Painted Japanese Decor Floor Vases 1979

Set 2 Chinoiserie Gray Orange Green Hand-Painted Japanese Decor Floor Vases 1979

Located in Miami, FL

Set of 2 gorgeous chinoiserie gray table or floor vases featuring a classic Japanese orange, green and brown flower decor. Inside is white glazed The Set fits great to any Hollywood...

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1970s American Vintage Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Chinoiserie Figures - Set of 2
Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Chinoiserie Figures - Set of 2

Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Chinoiserie Figures - Set of 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This striking pair of vintage Mid-Century glazed ceramic Chinoiserie figures brings refined artistry and global sophistication to any interior. Crafted with expressive detailing—from...

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Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Pr French Chinoiserie Silvered & Dore Bronze Mounted Honey Alabaster Vases/Lamps
Pr French Chinoiserie Silvered & Dore Bronze Mounted Honey Alabaster Vases/Lamps

Pr French Chinoiserie Silvered & Dore Bronze Mounted Honey Alabaster Vases/Lamps

By Edouard Lievre

Located in New York, NY

A Marvelous Pair of 19th Century Antique French Chinoiserie Silvered and Dore Bronze Mounted Honey Alabaster Vases Turned to Lamps, in the style of Edouard Lievre. Each is beautifull...

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1890s French Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

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

Natural Malachite Rock on Display Stand as Chinese Scholar Stone

Located in Atlanta, GA

A natural malachite rock specimen with striking bright green and black colors fitted on a wood stand for viewing and meditating. Horizontal in form, the front of the gemstone feature...

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20th Century American Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone, Malachite

Pair of Canton Style Porcelain "Cats" Sculptures, circa 1980
Pair of Canton Style Porcelain "Cats" Sculptures, circa 1980

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,...

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1980s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Enamel and French Gilt Bronze Chinoiserie Jardinière
Chinese Enamel and French Gilt Bronze Chinoiserie Jardinière

Chinese Enamel and French Gilt Bronze Chinoiserie Jardinière

Located in London, GB

Chinese enamel and French gilt bronze Chinoiserie jardinière The enamel Chinese and the gilt bronze French, 19th century Measures: Height 40cm, width 53cm, depth 30cm. This Chin...

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19th Century French Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze, Enamel

Large Asian Carved Wood Sculptures of Good Luck Children Sleeping on Melons
Large Asian Carved Wood Sculptures of Good Luck Children Sleeping on Melons

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...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Pair of early 20th century, circa 1920 Chinese Porcelain Lidded Jars
Pair of early 20th century, circa 1920 Chinese Porcelain Lidded Jars

Pair of early 20th century, circa 1920 Chinese Porcelain Lidded Jars

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A charming pair of Chinese porcelain lidded jars with hand-painted decoration of a village.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Antique Chinese Brass Dragon Vase, Late 19th Century
Antique Chinese Brass Dragon Vase, Late 19th Century

Antique Chinese Brass Dragon Vase, Late 19th Century

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Antique Chinese brass urn with traditional motifs showcasing beautiful artistry and detailed craftsmanship. Sculptural dragons swirling around the n...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of chinese porcelain "celadon" with wood base
Pair of chinese porcelain "celadon" with wood base

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.

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1950s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Cloisonné Chinese Small Enameled Brown Covered Ginger Jar on Stand, Pair
Vintage Cloisonné Chinese Small Enameled Brown Covered Ginger Jar on Stand, Pair

Vintage Cloisonné Chinese Small Enameled Brown Covered Ginger Jar on Stand, Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Cloisonné Chinese Small Enameled Brass/Bronze Brown Covered Ginger Jars on Stands with Blue Interior - a Pair. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 9.5" H (on stand) x 5.5 ...

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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Bohemian Silver-Mounted Overlay and Enameled Box, Dated 1852
Bohemian Silver-Mounted Overlay and Enameled Box, Dated 1852

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.

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1850s Austrian Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel, Silver

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

Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jar

Located in Elkhart, IN

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

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Chinoiserie Dutch Delft Polychrome Faience Lobed Jar, 18th Century, Holland
Chinoiserie Dutch Delft Polychrome Faience Lobed Jar, 18th Century, Holland

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...

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Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware, Faience

Georgian Mason's Ironstone Dish or Plate in Bamboo & Basket Pattern, circa 1817
Georgian Mason's Ironstone Dish or Plate in Bamboo & Basket Pattern, circa 1817

Georgian Mason's Ironstone Dish or Plate in Bamboo & Basket Pattern, circa 1817

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a very decorative dish or plate by Mason's Ironstone, Lane Delph, England in the Bamboo and Basket pattern, dating to the early 19th century, Georgian period, circa 1813-1820. The plate or dish is fairly deep and circular in shape with a notched rim. It is decorated in one of Mason's boldly colored chinoiserie...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ironstone

Antique Spode Ironstone Shell Dish, Bang Up Pattern, Circa 1820
Antique Spode Ironstone Shell Dish, Bang Up Pattern, Circa 1820

Antique Spode Ironstone Shell Dish, Bang Up Pattern, Circa 1820

By Spode

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is an early 19th century stone china (Ironstone pottery) desert dish with a fluted shell shape, produced by Spode and dating from the George 111...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ironstone

Pair of French Paris Porcelain Blue and White Chinoiserie Style Open-Work Vases
Pair of French Paris Porcelain Blue and White Chinoiserie Style Open-Work Vases

Pair of French Paris Porcelain Blue and White Chinoiserie Style Open-Work Vases

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful pair of French Paris porcelain blue and white chinoiserie style open-work vases. Each is beautifully hand painted with tiffany blue chinoiserie figures of a boy and girl in a field...

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1880s French Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Chinese Republic Period Six Sided Covered Porcelain Vases
Pair Chinese Republic Period Six Sided Covered Porcelain Vases

Pair Chinese Republic Period Six Sided Covered Porcelain Vases

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A pair of six sided, beautifully hand-painted covered porcelain vases featuring traditional figures and flowers, trimmed with parcel gilt.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Chinese Bronze Horse on Flying Swallow Sculpture on Carved Wood Base
Chinese Bronze Horse on Flying Swallow Sculpture on Carved Wood Base

Chinese Bronze Horse on Flying Swallow Sculpture on Carved Wood Base

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage bronze sculpture features a galloping horse stepping on a flying bird, with prominent green verdigris patina on highly detailed cast. The sculpture is a replica of the Flying Horse of Gansu, also known as the Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow, probably made in 1970s. The figurine has fitted carved wood base on rounded feet; the natural warm tones of the wood bring out the beautiful patina colors, enhancing the presentation. The original bronze sculpture, dating back to the Eastern Han Dynasty (25–220 CE), was discovered in 1969 in a Han dynasty tomb in Gansu Province, China. It is described as "perfectly balanced on the one hoof which rests without pressure on a flying swallow, it is a remarkable example of three-dimensional form and of animal portraiture with the head vividly expressing mettlesome vigor." It was determined that the tomb belonged to an army general who had been given the important task of maintaining imperial frontier defenses. The horse is believed to be a "celestial horse" or "blood-sweating horse", a Mongolian breed brought to China from Fergana on emperor's orders in 104 BCE, that was highly prized as mark of status by the Han elite and military society. The sculpture was exhibited internationally in the 1970s to a great success, but in 2002 it was included the Gansu Flying Horse in the inaugural list of 64 grade-one cultural relics that are forbidden to be taken out of mainland China for exhibition. The sculpture is not marked; we are offering a similar Han horse...

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20th Century Hong Kong Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Glazed Ceramic Lemon With Blossom
Vintage Glazed Ceramic Lemon With Blossom

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,...

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Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Republic Period Porcelain Square Vases
Pair of Chinese Republic Period Porcelain Square Vases

Pair of Chinese Republic Period Porcelain Square Vases

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful, hand-painted and glazed pair of square shaped porcelain vases.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Ormolu and Cloisonné Enamel Jardinière Attributed to F. Barbedienne

Ormolu and Cloisonné Enamel Jardinière Attributed to F. Barbedienne

By F. Barbedienne Foundry

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...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

Vintage Asian Opposing Glazed Ceramic Elephant Candlesticks - A Pair
Vintage Asian Opposing Glazed Ceramic Elephant Candlesticks - A Pair

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...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

21st Century Chinese Chinoiserie Pagoda-Form Decorative Box, Attributed to Chels
21st Century Chinese Chinoiserie Pagoda-Form Decorative Box, Attributed to Chels

21st Century Chinese Chinoiserie Pagoda-Form Decorative Box, Attributed to Chels

Located in Morristown, NJ

A substantial 21st-century chinoiserie decorative box attributed to Chelsea House. Made in China, the box is constructed of a weighty cast-composite material and designed in the form...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin, Paint

French Tole Cachepot by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
French Tole Cachepot by Gherardo Degli Albizzi

French Tole Cachepot by Gherardo Degli Albizzi

By Gherardo Degli Albizzi

Located in Florence, Tuscany

Limited production of French tole hand painted cachepot in chinoiserie style. Available in different colours and decorations. Round shaped with scalloped top.

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2010s Italian Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Tin

Pair of Large English Decoupage Chinoiserie Glass Vases
Pair of Large English Decoupage Chinoiserie Glass Vases

Pair of Large English Decoupage Chinoiserie Glass Vases

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Large English Decoupage Chinoiserie Glass Vases The pair is formed as large baluster form glass vases with a broad circular foot rising to a rounded body, narrowing at the ...

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1890s English Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

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Glass, Paper

Chinoiserie Rice Pot, Hand-Painted Wood, Late-20th Century
Chinoiserie Rice Pot, Hand-Painted Wood, Late-20th Century

Chinoiserie Rice Pot, Hand-Painted Wood, Late-20th Century

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Large Asian rice pot of rounded form, crafted from painted wood and lacquered in a deep black finish. The body is decorated with hand-painted panels depicting a family of elephants ...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

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Wood

Blanc De Chine Chinoiserie Porcelain Figure of Quanyin
Blanc De Chine Chinoiserie Porcelain Figure of Quanyin

Blanc De Chine Chinoiserie Porcelain Figure of Quanyin

Located in Elkhart, IN

A stunning vintage Blanc de Chine porcelain figure of Quanyin, the Chinese goddess of mercy China, Circa Mid-20th Century Measures: 4"W x 3.5"D x 12"H Good original vintage condit...

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1960s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

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 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

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 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

A Chinese Black Lacquered and parcel-Gild Box 1950s
A Chinese Black Lacquered and parcel-Gild Box 1950s

A Chinese Black Lacquered and parcel-Gild Box 1950s

Located in Den Haag, NL

This is an octagonal Chinese lacquer storage box in black and gold, beautifully decorated with detailed traditional figures on the lid and classic dragon and phoenix motifs on the si...

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1950s Vintage Chinoiserie Decorative Objects

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Wood

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