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Chinese Export Bedroom Sets

CHINESE EXPORT STYLE

Expanded trade between Europe and East Asia, starting in the 16th century, led to a booming market for exported goods, particularly furniture. This was bolstered by the establishment of the Dutch and English East India Companies at the beginning of the 17th century. From folding screens and chairs to lacquer tables and silver, Chinese Export furniture was in demand and regularly copied and imitated, leading to styles like chinoiserie and Chinese Chippendale.

The expansion of exporting that had strengthened the arts during the Ming dynasty continued into the Qing dynasty era — Chinese designers made many furniture pieces specifically for export, resulting in distinctive designs that mixed traditional techniques with forms appealing to foreign buyers. For instance, cabinetmakers in Canton (modern-day Guangzhou) were prolific in crafting hardwood furniture for export in European styles that involved the expert joinery techniques of Chinese furniture. Designs for Chinese Export porcelain, cabinets, decorative objects and other furniture were often more ornately adorned than they would be for a local audience, such as with mother-of-pearl overlays or surfaces featuring lavish pictorial scenes or gold on black motifs. Some were even commissioned by wealthy European families to be adorned with their coat of arms.

Because lacquer furniture was especially prized, and the resin used to create it was difficult to import as it would harden during the long voyage, artisans in China and Japan exported numerous lacquer pieces. Long before lacquer made its way to Japan, the Chinese treated the material differently. They used it to create smooth, glossy surfaces, but also for carving, an art that began in the 12th century and is exclusively Chinese. These pieces are called cinnabar lacquer after the powdered mercury sulfide (cinnabar) employed to produce their characteristic red hue. A popular form for export was a compact cabinet with drawers, usually displayed on a small table. Undecorated furniture built in Europe was also shipped to China to be lacquered. The international exchange of design would influence furniture into the 19th century and later, informing styles such as Art Deco and Art Nouveau.

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Style: Chinese Export
1920's Chinese Export Oriental Heavily Carved Camphor Wood Wardrobe Part Suite
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning hand made Chinese Export circa 1900-1920 Camphor wood wardrobe which is part of a set I have the matching super rare chest of draw...
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1920s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export Bedroom Sets

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Wood

EXQUISITE CHINESE EXPORT CHINOiSERIES WALNUT DOUBLE WARDROBE PART OF A SUITE
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning large Chinese Export, Chinoiserie, Walnut & hand painted double wardrobe which is part of a su...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Bedroom Sets

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Walnut

Chinese Export Oriental Heavily Carved Camphor Wood Chest of Drawers Part Suite
Located in GB
Delighted to offer for sale this stunning hand made Chinese Export, circa 1900-1920 Camphor wood chest of drawers which is part of a set Please note the delivery fee listed is...
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1920s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export Bedroom Sets

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Wood

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Campaign Style Thomasville Furn Mystique 3 Section Modular Queen Bed & Armoires
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Chinese Export bedroom sets for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Chinese Export bedroom sets for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Early 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage bedroom sets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, walnut and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinese Export bedroom sets made in a specific country, there are Asia, China, and East Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 bedroom sets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $3,692 and tops out at $5,116 while the average work can sell for $5,116.

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