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Chinoiserie Table Mirrors

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 Cinnabar Red Hand Painted Vanity Mirror
Located in Stamford, CT
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18th Century Chinoiserie Lacquered Table Mirror
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Fine Antique Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Dressing Mirror c. Late 19th Century
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A striking late 19th century Chinoiserie black lacquer dressing mirror, this fine example is as much an art object as it is a functional piece. The frame is adorned with delicately h...
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Wood

Silver Table Mirror, Art of Asia, 19th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Silver table mirror, Art of Asia, 19th century. A 19th century silver table mirror, Art of Asia, China. H: 22,5cm, W: 26cm, D: 1,2cm
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Table Mirrors

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Silver

Antique 19th Century Chinese Export Lacquer Vanity Mirror, England C.1830
Located in London, GB
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Chinoiserie table mirrors for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Chinoiserie table mirrors for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage table mirrors created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include mirrors, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with glass, mirror and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinoiserie table mirrors made in a specific country, there are Asia, China, and East Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original table mirrors, popular names associated with this style include and Town & Emanuel. 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 table mirrors differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $225 and tops out at $8,702 while the average work can sell for $763.

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