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
Pair of White Ceramic Lions
Located in Locust Valley, NY
This Pair of White Ceramic Lions exudes elegance and timeless sophistication, making them perfect statement pieces for any interior or garden decor. Each lion is meticulously crafted...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Regency Blue and White Cache Pots - A Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
This exquisite pair of vintage Regency-style cache pots is a striking example of timeless blue and white ceramics. Adorned with intricate scenic motifs in classic cobalt, these hand-...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Ceramic 'Shiwan' Oil Lamp / Candle Holder, Green Glaze, c. 1950
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Shiwan ware oil lamp from the Mid-20th century features a green glaze. Shiwan ware is a style of Chinese pottery from the Shiwanzhen district near Gua...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Asian Chinoiserie Pagoda Bird Cage Lantern
Located in west palm beach, FL
Add a touch of exotic elegance to your space with this vintage Asian Chinoiserie pagoda bird cage lantern. Crafted in the shape of a traditional pagod...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
19th Century English Red Lacquered Chinoiserie Tall Case Clock
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful 19th century red lacquered tall cased clock with chinoiserie design. The clock has London movement by George Tyler. A stunning piece!
Category
19th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Pair Antique Gold Bronze Chinoiserie Candlesticks with Elephants, Circa 1910's.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair Antique Gold Bronze Chinoiserie Candlesticks with Elephants, Circa 1910's.
Category
Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
HEREND - Chinese Bouquet - Raspberry - Round Openwork Basket - Hungary - C. 1976
By Herend
Located in Chatham, ON
HEREND - Chinese Bouquet (Pattern) - Raspberry (Color) - Vintage round openwork porcelain basket - 150th Anniversary edition - hand made - featuring a hand painted floral design to t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Hungarian Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Chinoiserie Sewing Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great condition for its age. No major losses or damage. Has original sewing pieces inside.
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Bone, Wood, Lacquer, Paint
19th Century Chinoiserie Tall Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
In great condition for its age. With bone handle pulls.
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Bone, Wood, Lacquer
Pair of Republic Period Chinese Porcelain Vases With Crackle Glaze
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Chinese, hand-painted porcelain vases featuring figures in nature, with a crackle glaze and branch formed handles with raised flowers
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
Original circa 1920's Asprey London Chinoiserie Mantle Clock Lovely Decoration
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this lovely original circa 1920’s Asprey London Chinoiserie mantle clock
A very decorative and well made piece, r...
Category
1920s English Vintage Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Unusual and Monumental German Black Japanned Faience Vase on Pedestal Berlin
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
Of baluster form and with a domed hardwood cover on a circular pedestal, both overall decorated in imitation of Chinese lacquer with figures in exotic landscapes and foliate sprays, ...
Category
Mid-19th Century German Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
18th Century Japanned Chinoiserie Dome-Topped Box, Circa 1715-1725
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
Early 18th century George I Japanned Chinoiserie dome-topped box, Circa 1715-1725. England or France.
A rare survivor from the first quarter of the ...
Category
18th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Cherry
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.
Category
1850s Austrian Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Enamel, Silver
French Tole Umbrella Rack Cachepot by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
Limited production of French tole umbrella rack in chinoiserie style. Hand painted decoration with vegetal motifs at the bottom and drapery on the top and colors. Round shaped with s...
Category
2010s Italian Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Tin
19th Century Pair of Large Chinese Motif Porcelain Jars / Urns by Samson, Paris
By Edmé Samson
Located in Madrid, ES
A matched pair of 19th century porcelain urns with lids, made by Samson Edmé et Cie porcelain, of Paris. Samson opened in 1845 and soon became well-known for making reproductions of ...
Category
19th Century French Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Chinoiserie Handpainted Porcelain Dish Sofina Boutique Kitzbuehel
Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol
Hands-free painted porcelain dish with a chinoiserie decor in orange. Rimmed with a platinum frame. Handpainted by Sofina Porzellan Bavaria. Comes in different colors.
Category
2010s German Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Berlin Faience Black Chinoiserie Covered Urn
Located in New York, NY
Of ginger jar shape with outscrolled handles, surmounted by a pierced lid with knob-form finial; decorated with Court figures in a pagoda riverscape.
Category
1840s German Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Faience
1960s French Ceramic Elephant
Located in High Point, NC
A ceramic decoration from 1960s France in the shape of an elephant. A saddle seat and blanket are glazed with indigo blue, the elephant’s skin painted with glossy white and laced wit...
Category
20th Century French Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Chinese Vase Water Lilies Enameled Porcelain 32cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Vintage Chinese vase with water lilies and birds as an image, finished with patterns at the top and bottom, made of enameled porcelain, second half of the 20th century, marked at the...
Category
1970s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Enamel
Famille Verte Porcelain Inkwell by Samson
By Samson & Cie
Located in Paris, FR
Small famille verte porcelain inkwell decorated with enameled flowerpots, foliage, and stylized rinceaux. The inkwell is set on a gilt bronze b...
Category
Early 20th Century French Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Enamel, Bronze
French Tole Cachepot by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
Limited production of French tole cachepot in chinoiserie style. Available with different decoration and colors. Conic shaped with scalloped top.
Category
2010s Italian Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Tin
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...
Category
1970s American Vintage Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Bamboo
Fine Monumental Chinoiserie Pair Porcelain Asian Chinese Vases Urns Lorin Marsh
By Lorin Marsh
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of monumental chinoiserie porcelain Asian / Chinese vases / urns
Purchased from Lorin Marsh NYC Showroom.
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Very Fine 19th Century French Chinoiserie Silver and Gilt Three-Piece Garniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An important & rare silvered and gilt bronze 3-piece Chinoiserie clock garniture comprising a clock and two side pieces. The Pagoda form clock with 2 Chinese figures, one sitting pla...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Chinese Bronze Ho Ho Boy Candle Stands, C. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
These early 20th century candlesticks are cast of bronze in the form of two young boys dressed in flowing garments and standing on square pedestal bases. Each boy holds a dish for ta...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Near Pair of Porcelain Vases with Chinoiserie Detailing
Located in London, GB
Near pair of porcelain vases with chinoiserie detailing
French, late 19th century
Measures: Height 80cm, width 38cm, depth 30cm
These large and impressive elongated-body vases...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Onyx, Ormolu, Bronze
Pair Chinese Porcelain Turquoise Vases with Nature Themed Relief
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of turquoise, glazed porcelain vases with decorative relief including koi, lotus flowers and other Chinoiserie themes.
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Italian Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jar
By Ardalt
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful Italian blue and white porcelain covered ginger jar
By Ardalt Blue Delfia
Italy, Mid-20th Century
Measures: 8ʺW × 8ʺD × 14.5ʺH.
Very good vintage condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Amazing Porcelain Dragon Vase / Urn Schumann Arzberg Bavaria
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Very nice white porcelain vase with Chinese dragons in relief.
Dated from mid 20th century with the Schumann, Arzberg Germany stamp.
In very good condition.
The factory was founded in 1881 by Christian Heinrich Schumann and a businessman Franz Ferdinand...
Category
1970s Dutch Vintage Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Pair Italian Chinoiseries Porcelain Nodding Head Figures, Mottahedeh, Italy.
By Mottahedeh
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Pair Italian Chinoiseries Porcelain Nodding Head Figures, Mottahedeh, Italy.
A pair of Chinese export style nodding head figures of Mandarins from the co...
Category
20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Laquered Papier Mâché Circular Cups Hand Painted, circa 1910 Set of 2
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This is a beautiful papier mâché, circular lacquered set of 2 cups, which we attribute to being made in Japan during the early 20th century, circa 1910.
This is a very decoratives...
Category
1910s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Paper
19th Century F. Barbedienne Bronze Champlevé Enamel Candlesticks
Located in Stockholm, SE
A fine pair of champlevé enamel candlesticks in a chinoiserie style by Ferdinand Barbedienne (1810 - 1892), made in Paris ca.1880. Signed "F. Barbedienne"
They are an example of the ...
Category
1880s French Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
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...
Category
19th Century French Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Ormolu
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...
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Late Qing Dynasty Chinese Red Lacquer wedding Basket, China early 20th cent.
Located in Firenze, IT
Late Qing Dynasty Chinese Red Lacquer Wedding Basket
China early 20th cent.
H 38 cm - 33 cm diam.
Conditions: very good consistent with age and use.
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Vintage Asian Rose Famile Ginger Jar
Located in west palm beach, FL
This vibrant Vintage Rose Famille Ginger Jar showcases the beauty and elegance of traditional Asian porcelain craftsmanship. Hand-painted with ornate floral garlands and charming dom...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Enamel
Chinoiserie Cold Painted and Gilt Bronze Clock and Candelabra
Located in London, GB
This clock set is designed in a wonderful ‘chinoiserie’ style. This style was inspired by the art of China, and it was very fashionable in Europe in the 18th and 19th centuries. The ...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Ormolu, Bronze
19th Century Chinoiserie Sewing Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nice condition for its age. Does not have key. Has original sewing box utensils inside - spools, etc.
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Bone, Wood, Lacquer
Antique Chinese Hand Carved White Jade Birds, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of antique hand carved white jade bird figures
China, Early 20th Century
Each measures: 5.38"W x 1.25"D x 3.5"H.
Good original vintage condition.
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Jade
19th Century Aquarium Pot in Porcelain, China.
Located in NICE, FR
We would like to present you with this traditional Cantonese aquarium or decorated in the polychrome style. Its surface features delicate floral patterns set against a blue backgroun...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Garniture, Jabberwocky Pattern, Worcester, circa 1765
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
An assembled set of three vases in the scarce Jabberwocky pattern, on a scale blue background.
Category
Mid-18th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century, French Clock in the Chinoiserie Style
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century, French clock In the Chinoiserie style. An 8 day pendulum movement that bell strikes on the hour and half hour. Chinese porcelain body in the Kang His style by Samson. T...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
2 Chinese Cloisonne Cylindrical Chrysanthemum Butterfly Mantel Vases Urns 13"
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of mid to early 20th-century Chinese cloisonne enamel cylindrical mantel vases/ urns/ hat stands, featuring a red background patterned with interlocking circles behind blue and ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
French Tole Cachepot 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.
Category
2010s Italian Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Tin
Chinese Silver Mounted Letter Opener
Located in Middleburg, VA
Chinese Silver Mounted Letter Opener with carved bone horse handle.
A charming early 20th-century Chinese letter opener featuring a finely carved bone handle in the form of a styliz...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Silver
Pair of Large French Samson Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Chinoiserie Vases
By Samson & Cie
Located in London, GB
Pair of large French Samson porcelain and gilt bronze Chinoiserie vases
French, Late 19th Century
Height 57cm, diameter 24cm
This superb pair of vases was crafted in the late 19th...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Pr French Chinoiserie Silvered & Dore Bronze Mounted Honey Alabaster Vases/Lamps
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...
Category
1890s French Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze
Small Hand Painted Chinese Porcelain Potiche 1950s
Located in Milano, MI
Small since hand-painted Chinese porcelain, made in the 20th century. The since has internal veiling as shown in the pictures.
Ø cm 6.5 h cm 8
Chinese ceramics are some of the most...
Category
1950s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Orientalist Hand Painted & Gilt Black Lacquer Plate or Dish, 19th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Orientalist hand painted and gilt decorated black lacquer papier-mâché plate on stand - possibly by Adt Frères - exceptional detail - unsigned - late 19th century.
Excellent/extra...
Category
Late 19th Century Asian Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Leaf
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...
Category
1880s French Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Chinoiserie Lacquer Sewing Box
Located in Toronto, CA
This is a remarkable 19th century lacquered sewing box with multiple compartments on the interior.
The exterior is decorated in elaborate black and gilded motifs including flowers, f...
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Bone, Wood, Lacquer
19th Century English Chinoiserie Box with Bronze Feet
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous 19th century English chinoiserie box with bronze feet. Featuring a beautiful decorative hand painted design. So pretty! Note: As is.
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
1860s French Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Fish Scale Midnight Blue Chinese Cloisonne Tobacco Box 1930's
Located in Mobile, AL
Monochrome Chinese Fish Scale cloisonne is long famed for it's high quality of craftsmanship and understated elegance. A staple of interior design...
Category
1930s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Enamel
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.
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
Pair of Porcelain and Doré Bronze Candelabra, Barbedienne, Edouard Lievre
Located in New York, NY
A very unusual pair of antique French doré bronze and Chinese Export porcelain, orientalist style, three-light candelabra designed by the outmost renowned French orientalist designer; Edouard Lievre, and finely executed by Ferdinand Barbedienne.
Each crafted in rich orientalist design with three very fine hand chiseled ormolu elephant...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Chinoiserie Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
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.
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