Chinoiserie Armchairs
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
1900s Antique Chinoiserie Pagoda Flare Arm Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful antique pagoda chinoiserie 1900s chair with flare sides. Original upholstery which may have some discoloring and or minor imperfections. Please view photos. Incredible nail...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Faux Bamboo Brighton Pavilion Chairs
Located in High Wycombe, GB
A Handmade Pair of Brighton Pavilion Chairs With Caned Seats & Painted Faux Burnt Bamboo Finished Frame.
Each seat rears features Chinoiserie figures painted gilt panels.
Painted pa...
Category
20th Century British Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Faux Bamboo, Cane
Mid Century Chinese Asian Rosewood & Marble Armchairs Pair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Pair of Mid Century Chi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Marble
Chinese Ming Style Carved Wood High Back Black Throne Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chinese Ming Style Carved Wood High Back Black Throne Arm Chair. Item featured is a tall impressive size, vey unique chair. Early 21st Century. Measurements: 74" H x 26" W x 23" D x ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Wood
1960s French Jacques Adnet Style Faux Bamboo Steel Chairs, Pair
Located in Richmond, VA
Listed is a stunning, pair of 1960s French steel faux-bamboo armchairs, attributed to Jacques Adnet. The pair are of incredible quality and weight. We suggest the pair be professiona...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
A Pair of Large Franco Chinese Carved Salon Chairs
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Pair of Large Franco Chinese Carved Salon Chairs
A Pair of Superb Large Very Comfortable Salon Chairs
These chairs date from the late 19th century, the are profusely carved, mostl...
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1880s Antique Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Padouk
WaterCloset Commode Armchair Table Red Lacquer Alnwick Castle DukeNorthumberland
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Rare red lacquer, Chinoiserie water closed and matching table cupboard from the Collection of the Duke & Duchess of Northumberland, Alnwick Castle of Harry Potter fame
Dating from c1...
Category
Early 1900s British Antique Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Lacquer
Chinoiserie Ebonized Gilt Accent Clawfoot Tub Armchairs, Pair
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Beautiful pair of Chinoiserie Japanned gilt ebonized accent armchairs, Early 20th Century. Curved rounded barrel back frames feature hand painted detailed scenes, classic ball and c...
Category
20th Century Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage Faux Bamboo Chairs With Blue Cushions - a Pair
Located in Centennial, CO
A charming and functional pair of vintage faux bamboo armchairs with tufted blue microsuede seat cushions. The wood was skillfully carved and finished to resemble bamboo and the cane...
Category
1970s Unknown Vintage Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Set of Six Vintage Thomasville Embassy Asian Chinoiserie Dining Chairs
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Lovingly restored, set of six vintage Nineteen-Laties Thomasville Embassy dining chairs. The Chinoiserie dining chairs have an Asian inspired silho...
Category
1980s American Vintage Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer
Late 19th Century Japanese carved wood arm chair
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality late 19th Century Japanese carved wood arm chair with a pair of wonderful mythical dragons to the back rest and arms. Having a serpentine shaped seat and raised o...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Softwood
Pair of Antique French Chinoiserie Armchairs, Red and Gold Lacquer, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of antique French Chinoiserie Arm Chairs from the late 19th Century. These grand chairs are painted in Chinese red with gold decoratively applied on the traditional fretwork patterns. Fitted with black and red silk chair...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Lacquer
Queen Anne Style Chinoiserie Decorated Armchairs
Located in Rochester, NY
A pair of Queen Anne style black lacquered armchairs in all original beautiful glowing surface w/ finely gilded chinoiserie decoration of floating leaves and cross hatching. Measure ...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer
Raymond Sabota Century Greek Key Arm /Dining Chairs-Manner of Michael Taylor
Located in Hudson, NY
Stunning pair of midcentury Chinoiserie styled chairs in the manner of Michael Taylor. These solid ebonized wood framed chairs w. a cream colored velvet upholstery stand regally. Can...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
JAMES MONT for CENTURY Asian Ming Style Horseshoe Armchairs - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Asian Chinoiserie Ming style horseshoe armchairs in a James Mont design by Century Furniture. Solid wood frame with high gloss lacquer finish, carved backrest, horseshoe sh...
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Patina Furniture Company Green Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Dining Arm Chair
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Priced each.
Patina Furniture Company Green Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Dining Arm Chair
This listing is for 1 chair but we have 3 available.
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Rosewood Henredon Style Asian Chinoiserie Solid Dining Accent Desk Armchair
By Henredon
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering one of our recent Palm Beach Estate fine furniture acquisitions of a
Henredon style Asian Chinoiserie solid wood dining accent desk armchair.
Approximate measurements in in...
Category
1980s Thai Vintage Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Rosewood
Vintage Boho Ruched Velvet Crane Arm Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
An extraordinary pair of vintage velvet arm chairs. A deep red velvet with a ruched detail along the edge. A fabulous crane design on the back of each chair back. Hand carved detail ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Patina Furniture Company Green Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Dining Arm Chair
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Patina furniture Company green Chinoiserie faux bamboo dining arm chair. Each with a custom chinoiserie seat cushion and cane seat. Signed Patina.
...
Category
20th Century Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Faux Bamboo
English Chinoiserie Burnt Bamboo Chippendale Arm Chair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A delicate chinoiserie burnt bamboo or tortoise bamboo armchair. Fashioned from bamboo, the back features geometric shapes and lines. the arms...
Category
Mid-20th Century Southeast Asian Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo
Chinoiserie Regency Desk Arm Chair by Interior-Crafts of Chicago, circa 1960's
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare chinoiserie/regency style arm chair by Interior-Crafts of Chicago.
Beautifully painted and crafted by Interior Crafts. Signed with medallion on underside of seat.
Completely o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Four French Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Carved & Chinoiserie Bergeres, Jansen Attr.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Fine and Rare Assembled Set of Four French Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Carved and Japanned-Chinoiserie Lacquer Decorated Bergers Armchairs, attributed to Maison Jansen (House of Janse...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Giltwood, Lacquer
Pair of Vintage French Bamboo Armchairs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Vintage French Bamboo Armchairs circa 1965-1984. Sold together and priced $6,800 for the pair.
Note: Regional differences in humidity an...
Category
1960s French Vintage Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo
Pair of 1970s Brass Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Armchairs
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of 1970s brass bamboo armchairs or dining chairs. Polished brass finish with all-over age related patina and wear. Newly upholstered in pink velvet fabric. Chairs are stamped Ma...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Mid 20th Century Cherry Asian Inspired Dining Armchairs - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Asian inspired dining armchairs, unbranded, likely Thomasville or American of Martinsville. Cherry with decorative fretwork accents under apron at corners, carved design to...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Cherry
Wicker Bamboo Chair with Blue Upholstered Seat in the Chinoiserie Style
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and well-made all-bamboo armchair with 'spindle' sides and back and a light-blue upholstered seat cushion, in the Chinoiserie design style, circa mid-20th century. A grea...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bamboo, Wicker
Circa 1890-1900 Hand Carved and Inlaid Asian Arm Chairs Depicting a Village
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Intricately carved Chinese hardwood horseshoe back armchairs with detailed inlay of bone. The inlay depicts townspeople and architectural elements along with winged birds with other ...
Category
1890s Asian Antique Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Chippendale Chinoiserie Regency Bamboo and Rattan Arm Chairs by Ficks Reed Set 4
By Ficks Reed
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of four coastal bamboo and rattan armchairs with rollers by Ficks Reed. Upholstered in their original colorway, this beautiful set includes four chairs. Each chair is created f...
Category
20th Century American Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Michael Taylor Chinoiserie Style Armchair for Baker
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Single solid walnut Asian inspired armchair by Iconic designer Michael Taylor for Baker. The chair has an Asian flair with a curved Chinoiserie style top. Flat seat has a new white c...
Category
20th Century American Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Armchair Chinoiserie Black Laquer Gold-Yellow Silk Lampas Faux Bamboo Landscape
Located in Ettlingen, DE
Fin du siècle, 19th century armchair in Black Asian, Japanned, Chinoiserie, Brighton Chippendale.
With laquer paintings of landscape, farmers, fishers, pavillion.
Upholstered in a Rue du Mail...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Silk, Beech
'2' Regency Asian Chinoiserie Style Tufted Club Chairs
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Lovely ...
Category
1970s Unknown Vintage Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Satin, Cotton
Pair of Brighton Pavilion Chinoiserie Bamboo Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of Brighton Pavilion Chinoiserie Bamboo armchairs, English, circa 1820.
Dimensions: H89.5 x W53 x D42 cm.
Category
19th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo
THOMASVILLE Mystique Asian Chinoiserie Dining Captain's Armchairs - Pair
By Thomasville
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Asian inspired dining armchairs by Thomasville, from their Mystique Collection. Solid walnut with upholstered seats in a neutral cream fabric. Features carved center backs,...
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
AMERICAN FURNITURE CO Mid 20th Century Vintage Faux Bamboo & Cane Armchair
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Chinoiserie style armchair by the American Furniture Company, of Chilhowie, Virginia, USA. Faux bamboo frame with caned seatback and neutral color stripe upholstered seat. Made in ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Faux Bamboo, Cane
c.1820-30s Brighton Pavilion Chinoiserie Bamboo Armchair
Located in London, GB
Brighton Pavilion Chinoiserie bamboo armchair with an upholstered seat, English, circa 1820-30s.
Material: bamboo frame and upholstered seat
Dimensions: H104 x W63 x D64 cm.
Category
19th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo
Huge Asian Chinoiserie Carved Rosewood Armchair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering one of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of an
Oversized Asian chinoiserie carved rosewood armchair
Appro...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Cotton, Rosewood
Pair James Mont Horseshoe Ming Style Chairs Armchairs Century Chair Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair James Mont style horseshoe Ming style armchairs by Century Chair Co. (A). Item features solid wood construction, beautiful wood grain, great ...
Category
20th Century American Chinoiserie Armchairs
Bird of Paradise
By Pei Li
Located in London, GB
The accent chair combines clean, elevated lines and elegant curves to create a simple yet sophisticated look. The chair is a fine representation of novelty and fine craftsmanship in ...
Category
2010s Asian Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Silk, Rattan, Wenge
Maitland Smith Style Tessellated Stone over Wood Pair Armchairs Asian Modern 70s
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Maitland Smith Style Asian Modern tessellated stone over wood Armchairs, Side Chairs.
A gray and taupe tessellated stone over wood covered chair with bronze color pattern and brass inlays.
They come with custom seat cushions...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Stone, Brass
Pair of 19th Century Hand-Painted Ebonized Chinoiserie Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of 19th century hand-painted ebonized Chinoiserie armchairs with cane backs and newly upholstered seats. Matching 20" x 20" square back pillows included.
Category
19th Century Antique Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
Pair 1970 Vintage Chinoiserie Rattan Bamboo Armchairs Woven Cane Seat & Backrest
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage pair of unique bamboo armchairs. These are handcrafted chairs with cane seats feature bamboo frames and Chinese inspired bamboo patterns.
The backrests are designed with an ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Cane
Asian Modern Antique Armchairs Black Lacquered & Gold Finish Cane Seat, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Late 19th century one of a kind pair of chinoiserie antique armchairs black lacquered & gold finish with hand woven cane seats. The Backrest is thick Gilt finish depicting a travel scene...
Category
Late 19th Century South Asian Antique Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Giltwood, Cane, Lacquer, Wood
Set of Midcentury Chinoiserie Style Lounge Chairs by Century Chair Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of horseshoe armchairs with "scrubbed white" finish by the Century Chair Company, 1987. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with d...
Category
1980s American Vintage Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Set of Eight Midcentury Asian Modern Upholstered Chinoiserie Dining Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sophisticated and substantial set of eight dining chairs. They feature an Asian Modern design concept with high backs. Completed with dark espresso stained wood and fully upholster...
Category
1970s American Vintage Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Armchair, Antique Chinoiserie Style with Silk Upholstery
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique chinoiserie armchair is a charming example of the Asian influence on European furnishings, with a tailored architecture, ebonized finish and hand painted gold scenery on almo...
Category
Early 20th Century French Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Silk, Wood
Chinoiserie Style Painted and Decorated Bergere
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chinoiserie style bergere in cream finish with parcel gilt and sage linen upholstery.
Category
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Armchairs
Materials
Wood
1930 Chinese Armchair Sculpted and Gold-Plated with Goblin
Located in Weiningen, CH
1930 Chinese armchair sculpted and gold-plated with goblin.
Category
1930s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Armchairs
Chinoiserie armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Chinoiserie armchairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage armchairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinoiserie armchairs made in a specific country, there are North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original armchairs, popular names associated with this style include Century Furniture, and Thomasville. 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 armchairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $495 and tops out at $1,495 while the average work can sell for $695.
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