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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
Floral Printed Linen Pillow, Chinoiserie Style, England, New Design
Floral Printed Linen Pillow, Chinoiserie Style, England, New Design

Floral Printed Linen Pillow, Chinoiserie Style, England, New Design

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Decorative pillow made from a floral printed linen with an archival European feel, featuring flowering branches, blossoms, and birds in soft tones of rose, plum, olive, and taupe on ...

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21st Century and Contemporary English Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen

Zabihi Collection 19th Century Worn Chinese Rug Pillow
Zabihi Collection 19th Century Worn Chinese Rug Pillow

Zabihi Collection 19th Century Worn Chinese Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

A pillow made from a worn 19th-century Chinese rug. Zipper closure and insert included. Measures: 19” x 22''.

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Dragon Cushion Hand Embroidery Silver Thread On Grey Silver Silk Satin
Dragon Cushion Hand Embroidery Silver Thread On Grey Silver Silk Satin

Dragon Cushion Hand Embroidery Silver Thread On Grey Silver Silk Satin

By Susann Eschenfelder

Located in Hamburg, DE

Cushion with Dragon Design, Hand Embroidery with silver thread hand woven on the front panel, back side plain silk. Base Fabric Silk Satin col. Silver Grey from Italy.- the colour sh...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk

Zabihi Collection Large Green Chinese Rug Pillow
Zabihi Collection Large Green Chinese Rug Pillow

Zabihi Collection Large Green Chinese Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from an old Chinese rug predominantly in green. zipper closure and polyfill provided Measures: 23'' x 23''.

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20th Century Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Large rectangular pillow of antique silk velvet and an antique Chinese textile
Large rectangular pillow of antique silk velvet and an antique Chinese textile

Large rectangular pillow of antique silk velvet and an antique Chinese textile

By Stephen Miller Siegel

Located in New York, NY

Made from an antique Chinese silk textile, this large rectangular lumbar pillow is refined yet opulent. It is fabricated from an Asian brocade antique textile and luxurious 19th cent...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk, Velvet

Zabihi Collection Light Blue Worn Chinese Lumbar Rug Pillow
Zabihi Collection Light Blue Worn Chinese Lumbar Rug Pillow

Zabihi Collection Light Blue Worn Chinese Lumbar Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

A pillow made from a worn 19th-century antique Chinese rug. 16'' x 24''

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Zabihi Collection Large Chinese Pictorial Goat Rug Pillow
Zabihi Collection Large Chinese Pictorial Goat Rug Pillow

Zabihi Collection Large Chinese Pictorial Goat Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

A pillow made from an early 20th century Chinese Peking rug with a pictorial motif. Measures: 15" x 21".

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20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Blue Chinese Rug Pillow
Zabihi Collection Blue Chinese Rug Pillow

Zabihi Collection Blue Chinese Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from an early 20th century Chinese blue Peking rug. Measures: 20'' x 20''.

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Late 19th Century Antique Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Decorative Silk Cushion with Hand Embroidered Peony Design
Decorative Silk Cushion with Hand Embroidered Peony Design

Decorative Silk Cushion with Hand Embroidered Peony Design

By Susann Eschenfelder

Located in Hamburg, DE

Decorative cushion with hand embroidery, The Peony Design is embroidered on silk satin color champagne, the back side of the cushion is made from bamboo velvet in color dark brown, t...

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2010s German Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk

Decorative Silk Cushions with Hand Embroidery and Hand-Painting Color Chocolate
Decorative Silk Cushions with Hand Embroidery and Hand-Painting Color Chocolate

Decorative Silk Cushions with Hand Embroidery and Hand-Painting Color Chocolate

By Susann Eschenfelder

Located in Hamburg, DE

One pair of decorative cushions with hand embroidery and hand-painting in the style of Emperor's Garden, handwoven silk taffeta Chase Erwin Diva col. chocolate, embellished with hand...

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21st Century and Contemporary English Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk

Decorative Silk Cushions with Hand Embroidery and Hand-Painted Color Chocolate
Decorative Silk Cushions with Hand Embroidery and Hand-Painted Color Chocolate

Decorative Silk Cushions with Hand Embroidery and Hand-Painted Color Chocolate

By Susann Eschenfelder

Located in Hamburg, DE

One pair of decorative cushions with hand embroidery and hand painting in the style of Emperor's garden, silk taffeta Chase Erwin Diva col. chocolate, embellished with hand embroider...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk

Pair of Chinoiserie Style Pillows, Priced Individually
Pair of Chinoiserie Style Pillows, Priced Individually

Pair of Chinoiserie Style Pillows, Priced Individually

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Lofty Pair of toile style cotton pillows with flowers, birds, figures and pagodas printed in an alluring blue on a yellow background. Priced Individually

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21st Century and Contemporary American Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Zabihi Collection Light Blue Worn Chinese Rug Pillow
Zabihi Collection Light Blue Worn Chinese Rug Pillow

Zabihi Collection Light Blue Worn Chinese Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

A pillow made from a worn 19th century worn antique Chinese rug. 20'' x 20''

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Zabihi Collection Turkish Texile Bolster Rug Pillow
Zabihi Collection Turkish Texile Bolster Rug Pillow

Zabihi Collection Turkish Texile Bolster Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from a mid-20th century Turkish textile. Bolster size. 11'' x 24''.

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20th Century Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Silk Cushion Floral Design Hand Embroidery Color Sand, Brown and Turquoise
Silk Cushion Floral Design Hand Embroidery Color Sand, Brown and Turquoise

Silk Cushion Floral Design Hand Embroidery Color Sand, Brown and Turquoise

By Susann Eschenfelder

Located in Hamburg, DE

Silk Cushion col. sand with hand embroidery and hand painting, The painted branches have a silver thread hand embroidery outline - the blossoms are made from suede with silver beading, the cushion had been used as showroom sample, the plain back has crease marks - see photo Details of the cushion cover size 65x45...

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2010s German Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk

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Custom Chinoiserie Pillows, Cotton and Down, Mid-Century Modern Style
Custom Chinoiserie Pillows, Cotton and Down, Mid-Century Modern Style

Custom Chinoiserie Pillows, Cotton and Down, Mid-Century Modern Style

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of custom pillows made with a printed chinoiserie cotton front and a coordinating green back and self welt detail. Down inserts, sewn shut.

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20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

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Leopard Velvet Lumbar Animal Print Pillow Att Scalamandre Leopardo New Multiple
Leopard Velvet Lumbar Animal Print Pillow Att Scalamandre Leopardo New Multiple

Leopard Velvet Lumbar Animal Print Pillow Att Scalamandre Leopardo New Multiple

By Scalamandre

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Animal motif leopard print lumbar pillow. Multiple available. The front features the gorgeous thick velvet Leopardo print. Back features a crisp cream. Down-filled. Knife edge with z...

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2010s Belgian Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

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Decorative Vintage European Chinoiserie Fabric Pillow with Floral Design
Decorative Vintage European Chinoiserie Fabric Pillow with Floral Design

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Located in New York, NY

Vintage Decorative Pillow with Floral Chinoiserie; size 1’9" x 1’3”. A vintage decorative pillow with floral chinoiserie, size 1'9" x 1'3". This lovely decorative pillow features a ...

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1960s Vintage Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

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Fornasetti Silk Cushion Mano Hand
Fornasetti Silk Cushion Mano Hand

Fornasetti Silk Cushion Mano Hand

H 9.85 in W 19.69 in D 1.97 in

Fornasetti Silk Cushion Mano Hand

By Fornasetti

Located in MILANO, IT

The Fornasetti cushions will add to each room an unexpected detail thanks to the most iconic Italian atelier designs. The decoration plays with the anatomic theme in a surreal an...

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Animalia Tiger Print Down Filled Pillow in Pink and Black
Animalia Tiger Print Down Filled Pillow in Pink and Black

Animalia Tiger Print Down Filled Pillow in Pink and Black

By Scalamandre

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Animal motif tiger print lumbar pillow. Multiple available. The front features a gorgeous thick velvet animal print. The back features crisp black linen. ...

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2010s Belgian Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

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Fabric, Down

Animalia Tiger Print Down Filled Lumbar Pillow in Navy Blue and Black
Animalia Tiger Print Down Filled Lumbar Pillow in Navy Blue and Black

Animalia Tiger Print Down Filled Lumbar Pillow in Navy Blue and Black

By Scalamandre

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

An animal motif tiger print lumbar pillow in navy blue and black. Multiple available. The front features a gorgeous thick velvet animal print in blue and ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

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Fabric, Down

Ottoman Silk  Hand Embroidered Suzani Cushion
Ottoman Silk  Hand Embroidered Suzani Cushion

Ottoman Silk Hand Embroidered Suzani Cushion

H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 1.19 in

Ottoman Silk Hand Embroidered Suzani Cushion

Located in London, GB

The Ottoman Tulip and Carnation Motif Suzani Hand-Embroidered Cushion is a magnificent fusion of history, elegance, and artisanal craftsmanship. The tulip and carnation motifs are tw...

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2010s Turkish Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Mid-Century Modern Hand-Woven Welsh Blanket, Wool, 1950s UK
Mid-Century Modern Hand-Woven Welsh Blanket, Wool, 1950s UK

Mid-Century Modern Hand-Woven Welsh Blanket, Wool, 1950s UK

Located in London, GB

Traditional 1950's Welch blanket - Aur Cymru in Welsh, famous for its regional strong patterns, Caernarfon portcullis design, is hand woven Woven in a black weft and a cream and white warp with red details. Each Welch blanket is unique. The blanket is woven as a double cloth, resulting in a fully reversible blanket. Aur Cymru or Welsh Gold are a historic nicknames given to coal. This black & white wool blanket remembers when coal was 'king' in Wales. A beautiful and stylish addition to any room in your home. This Welsh blanket...

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1950s British Vintage Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

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Wool

Pair of Stripe Silk Drapes Fringe Trim Large Size Scalamandre Attributed
Pair of Stripe Silk Drapes Fringe Trim Large Size Scalamandre Attributed

Pair of Stripe Silk Drapes Fringe Trim Large Size Scalamandre Attributed

By Scalamandre

Located in Palm Springs, CA

We were told by the heir of this Beverly Hills estate find that this pair of iridescent stripe silk drapes cost well over $20,000 the pair. The fabric is a yarn dye 12"wide silk stri...

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2010s Unknown Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

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Silk

Scalamandre Tigre Pillow
Scalamandre Tigre Pillow

Scalamandre Tigre Pillow

H 22 in W 22 in D 1 in

Scalamandre Tigre Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Introduced by Franco Scalamandré in the 1960’s the long-standing Scalamandré icon, Tigre , makes a statement in both traditional and modern interiors. Tigre graphic tiger skin patter...

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2010s Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Previously Available Items
Pair of Cowan & Tout Printed Pillows
Pair of Cowan & Tout Printed Pillows

Pair of Cowan & Tout Printed Pillows

H 15 in W 23.5 in D 4 in

Pair of Cowan & Tout Printed Pillows

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Refined pair of rectangular decorative pillows crafted from a Cowtan & Tout printed linen featuring an elegant chinoiserie motif with exotic fauna and stylized botanical elements...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen

Pair of Silk Chinoiserie Style Cushions
Pair of Silk Chinoiserie Style Cushions

Pair of Silk Chinoiserie Style Cushions

Located in Basildon, GB

Pair of Silk Chinoiserie Style Cushions , crafted in the traditional atelier method — fully hand-stitched closed with no zippers or modern fasteners, probably made in France. The f...

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Early 2000s French Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

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Silk

Jean Paul Gaultier Rectangular Gold Satin Jacquard Pillows - A Pair
Jean Paul Gaultier Rectangular Gold Satin Jacquard Pillows - A Pair

Jean Paul Gaultier Rectangular Gold Satin Jacquard Pillows - A Pair

Located in New York, NY

A new pair of custom-made rectangular pillows by Cafiero Select in a stunning gold satin from Jean Paul Gaultier. The fabric is intricately embroidered with a Chinoiserie pattern tha...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

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Satin, Down

Jean Paul Gaultier Gold Satin Jacquard Pillows - A Pair
Jean Paul Gaultier Gold Satin Jacquard Pillows - A Pair

Jean Paul Gaultier Gold Satin Jacquard Pillows - A Pair

Located in New York, NY

A new pair of custom-made square pillows by Cafiero Select in a stunning gold satin from Jean Paul Gaultier. The fabric is intricately embroidered with a Chinoiserie pattern that spr...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Satin, Down

Custom Chinoiserie Dragon Pillows by Melissa Levinson, Blue Linen
Custom Chinoiserie Dragon Pillows by Melissa Levinson, Blue Linen

Custom Chinoiserie Dragon Pillows by Melissa Levinson, Blue Linen

By Melissa Levinson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A stylish pair of custom pillows made from a printed linen by Twigs, showcasing a painterly chinoiserie-inspired design. The fabric features soft shades of sky blue, indigo, and crea...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen

Mackenzie Childs Style Chinoiserie Accent Pillows, Pair
Mackenzie Childs Style Chinoiserie Accent Pillows, Pair

Mackenzie Childs Style Chinoiserie Accent Pillows, Pair

By Mackenzie Childs

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of Asian Chinoiserie accent pillows In the manner of Mackenzie Childs USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 21.5"W x 21.5"D x 9"H. Very good vintage condition.

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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Upholstery

Scalamandré chinoiserie tasseled silk pillows/a pair
Scalamandré chinoiserie tasseled silk pillows/a pair

Scalamandré chinoiserie tasseled silk pillows/a pair

Located in Allentown, PA

This is a pair of Scalamandre chinoiserie silk damask pillows. These soft silk tan pillows have a Chinese inspired romantic scene with sage green tassels on the edge. The reverse is ...

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2010s American Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

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Pair of Fortuny Textile Pillows
Pair of Fortuny Textile Pillows

Pair of Fortuny Textile Pillows

H 14 in W 22 in D 4 in

Pair of Fortuny Textile Pillows

By Mariano Fortuny

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An elegant pair of decorative pillows crafted in a richly woven jacquard fabric featuring a sophisticated chinoiserie-inspired pattern. The design showcases stylized birds and scroll...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

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Cotton, Velvet

Scalamandre chinoiserie tasseled silk pillows/ a pair
Scalamandre chinoiserie tasseled silk pillows/ a pair

Scalamandre chinoiserie tasseled silk pillows/ a pair

Located in Allentown, PA

This is a pair of chinoiserie silk damask pillows. These soft silk tan pillows have a Chinese inspired romantic scene with sage green tassels on the edge. The reverse is a tan plush ...

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Silk

Dragon Cushions Hand Embroidery Silver Beading on Silk Velvet Colour Heather
Dragon Cushions Hand Embroidery Silver Beading on Silk Velvet Colour Heather

Dragon Cushions Hand Embroidery Silver Beading on Silk Velvet Colour Heather

By Susann Eschenfelder

Located in Hamburg, DE

Pair of Cushions with Dragon design, hand embroidery with silver beading and silver thread on the front panel, base fabric front panel Dedar Silk Velvet , back side plain silk from C...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

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Silk

Cushion Dragon Hand Embroidery Silver Thread On Black Hand Woven Silk
Cushion Dragon Hand Embroidery Silver Thread On Black Hand Woven Silk

Cushion Dragon Hand Embroidery Silver Thread On Black Hand Woven Silk

By Susann Eschenfelder

Located in Hamburg, DE

Cushion with Dragon Design, Hand Embroidery with silver thread hand woven on the front panel, back side plain silk, base fabric silk bruno triplet # 68, Hand Woven Silk, colour Jet B...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk

Pair of Mazianno Pattern Fortuny Textile Pillows
Pair of Mazianno Pattern Fortuny Textile Pillows

Pair of Mazianno Pattern Fortuny Textile Pillows

By Mariano Fortuny

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of newly constructed custom pillows made with vintage bittersweet & cream colored Fortuny textile fronts and vibrant linen backs. Down inserts, hid...

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1960s Italian Vintage Chinoiserie Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Chinoiserie pillows and throws for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Chinoiserie pillows and throws 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 pillows and throws created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, rugs and carpets, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, silk and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinoiserie pillows and throws made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United Kingdom pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original pillows and throws, popular names associated with this style include Schumacher, Susann Eschenfelder, Pei Li, and Beaumont and Fletcher . 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 pillows and throws differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $199 and tops out at $6,158 while the average work can sell for $479.