Chinese Chippendale Seating
CHINESE CHIPPENDALE STYLE
Like chinoiserie, which had emerged in Europe in the 17th century, antique Chinese Chippendale furniture was an appropriation of Asian design that often distilled it to stereotypes.
Thomas Chippendale published The Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker’s Director in 1754, and the widespread popularity of the book of furniture designs influenced a new style of furniture named for the English cabinetmaker. Artisans in England, the United States and Europe adapted the work illustrated in its pages. The publication of the pattern book included designs reflecting “Gothic, Chinese and Modern Taste,” with illustrations of “Chinese” chairs and cabinets featuring elaborate hand-carved latticework.
Pagoda-shaped flourishes and wood painted in the “japanned” finish that mimicked lacquer were common on these pieces, as were fretwork patterns on chair backs. The back of a chair is the easiest way to distinguish between Gothic, Rococo and Chinese Chippendale chairs, all of which typically feature broad seats and luxurious upholstery. Chippendale’s designs for “Chinese” chairs tend to favor more clean lines and less ornamentation than the other styles, with cutouts in the rails and the fretwork on the back evoking a European ideal of East Asian design.
Dark woods such as walnut and solid mahogany were commonly used, as were bamboo turnings. Cabinets for imported Chinese ceramics frequently were adorned with glazing bars, while small tea tables were detailed with angular fretwork. The style remained popular through the 18th century and into the decades that followed, even inspiring an entire room at Buckingham Palace.
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Style: Chinese Chippendale
Number in Set: Set of 2
Pair of Vintage Fret Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Wood Benches End of Bed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of vintage wood faux bamboo bench. Upholstery is original and will absolutely need to be recovered. May have stains, holes, dirt and indents to foam cushion interior from stacki...
Category
1970s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Wood, Faux Bamboo
Lovely Pair of Vintage Chinese Chippendale Style Benches Upholstered in Lee Jofa
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Wonderful pair of Chinese Chippendale style square ottoman benches having mahogany blind fretwork and elegant Lee Jofa fabric, finished with brass nailheads.
Category
1970s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of Brighton Pavilion Style Bamboo Cane Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic pair of bamboo and cane dining armchairs made in the Brighton Pavilion style. The chairs feature intricate Chinese Chippendale open fretwork hand-crafted from bamboo. The hors...
Category
20th Century Asian Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Cane, Wood
Brighton Pavilion Style Tortoiseshell Bamboo Cane Dining Armchairs, a Pair
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Stunning pair of burnt bamboo armchairs with gracefully shaped horseshoe frames, in the Brighton Pavilion style. These Chinese Chippendale chairs feature a beautiful burnt bamboo tortoiseshell finish, caned-bottom seats, and intricate bamboo open fretwork. Loose vintage chair cushions...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
High Back Brighton Pavilion Style Tortoiseshell Bamboo Cane Armchairs, a Pair
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Gorgeous pair of high back burnt bamboo armchairs with gracefully shaped horseshoe frames, in the Brighton Pavilion style. These tall beautifully handcrafted Chinese Chippendale chai...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Pair of Brighton Pavilion Style Bamboo Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic pair of bamboo rattan armchairs made in the Brighton Pavilion style. The chairs feature intricate Chinese Chippendale style open fretwork designs hand-crafted from bamboo pole...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
High Back Brighton Pavilion Style Burnt Bamboo Cane Armchairs, a Pair
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Fabulous pair of high back burnt bamboo armchairs with gracefully shaped horseshoe frames, in the Brighton Pavilion style. These tall beautifully handcrafted Chinese Chippendale chai...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage Brighton Style Chinese Chippendale Bamboo Armchairs, a Set of 4
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Fabulous set of four vintage Brighton style bamboo dining armchairs, circa 1970. These handcrafted Chinese Chippendale chairs feature caned-bottom seats, bamboo open fretwork, and a...
Category
20th Century Philippine Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Cane
Brighton Pavilion Style Tortoiseshell Burnt Bamboo Cane Armchairs, a Pair
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Stunning pair of burnt bamboo armchairs with gracefully shaped horseshoe frames, in the Brighton Pavilion style. These Chinese Chippendale chairs feature a beautiful tortoiseshell finish, caned-bottom seats, and intricate bamboo open fretwork. Loose vintage chair cushions...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Brighton Pavilion Style Burnt Bamboo Cane Dining Armchairs, a Pair
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Stunning pair of burnt bamboo armchairs with gracefully shaped horseshoe frames, in the Brighton Pavilion style. These Chinese Chippendale chairs feature a beautiful tortoiseshell finish, caned-bottom seats, and intricate bamboo open fretwork. Loose vintage chair cushions...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Pair Of 19th Century Armchairs In The Chinese Chippendale Style
Located in Dublin, IE
A beautiful pair of 19th century armchairs in the Chinese Chippendale taste, the domed crest above an elaborately carved and interlaced ribbon splat, joined by an upholstered padded ...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
20th Century Chinese Chippendale Victorian Revival Bamboo Caned Side Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid 20th century bamboo and caned side chairs. Drawing inspiration from Victorian and Chinese Chippendale styling.
Dimensions:
18" x 20" x 39", seat 17"
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Cane
Regency Chinese Chippendale Style Faux Bamboo Arm Chairs In Velvet Leopard -Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a timeless and versatile pair of Chinese Chippendale style carved fruitwood faux bamboo arm chairs in a new leopard velvet. They are unmarked and date to the 70s.
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Velvet, Fruitwood
Set of Six Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Chippendale Dining Chairs in Black
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An amazing set of 6 chippendale dining chairs circa 1970's The feature solid wood construction, cane sets and updated seat pads. Clean read...
Category
1970s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Wood
Pair of Cerused Chinese Chippendale Style Faux Bamboo Carved Armchairs
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful pair of carved faux bamboo cerused easy chairs in the Chinese Chippendale style having Chinese inspired floral upholstery. In excellent condition having no damage and fre...
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Cotton, Faux Bamboo, Foam, Polyester, Mahogany
Vintage Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Gold Gilt Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Gold Gilt Hollywood Regency Side Chairs - a Pair. Item features solid wood frames, distressed gold gilt finish, stretcher base, quality Americ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Regency William Switzer Chinese Chippendale Arm Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Regency arm chairs. Made by the iconic William Switzer and tagged on the bottom. A chic Chinese Chippendale design with carved bamboo detail. Newly upholst...
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Antique Chinese Elm Black Lacquered Chairs
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Chinese Elm Black Lacquered Chairs. Wide horseshoe frame design that is extremely comfortable. Newly reupholstered in a Chinese Double Happiness black and white fabric.
Sea...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Elm
Pair of Faux Bamboo Chairs by Pearson
By Pearson Co.
Located in Hamburg, PA
A pair of Faux Bamboo Regency or Chinese Chippendale style armchairs by Pearson labeled 2018. The frame is made of maple wood. The decorative armchairs are structurally sound with mi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Faux Bamboo, Maple
Matched Pair of George III Gainsborough Chairs
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine matched pair of George III mahogany Gainsborough chairs with shaped backs, the arms with blind fretwork carving, the square legs similarly carved and joined by pierced fretwork ...
Category
1770s English Antique Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Suede, Mahogany
Coastal Vintage Round Rattan Accent Table Hand-Woven Wicker Caning Peacock Chair
Located in Miami, FL
Set of Coastal Vintage Round Rattan Accent Glass Table with Hand-Woven Wicker Caning Peacock Throne Chair.
Meticulous detailed vintage woven rattan Pea...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Glass
Chinese Chippendale Wingback Armchairs
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Pair of Fabulous Chi...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Cotton, Wood
Pair Faux Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Style Armchairs with Cashmere Blend Seats
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair Faux Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Style Armchairs with Cashmere Blend Seats
England, Circa later 20th Century
An exquisite pair of carved mahogany faux bois arm chairs...
Category
20th Century English Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of Chinese Chippendale Qing Dynasty Red Lacquered King Wood Arm Chairs 1840
Located in Hollywood, SC
Pair of Chinese Chippendale Qing Dynasty red lacquered king wood serpentine crest curvature arm chairs with decorative carved straight legs and original connecting stretchers. Mid 19...
Category
1780s Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Kingwood, Lacquer
Pair of Chinoiserie Upholstered Rattan Ottomans
By McGuire
Located in Stamford, CT
This is a pair of McGuire style benches upholstered with attached box cushions on rectangular chinoiserie rattan bases. 1960s era. In very good condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan, Hardwood
Pair of Mid-Century Chinese Chippendale Coral Red Faux Bamboo Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing pair of Mid-Century Modern faux bamboo carved armchairs made in the Chinese chippendale taste. The pair feature a stunning coral red la...
Category
20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Naugahyde, Faux Bamboo, Wood
Fortuny Upholstered Antique Chinese Chippendale Designer Chair
By Fortuny
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Priced each! Fortuny upholstered antique Chinese chippendale designer chair
Additional information:
Materials: cotton, mahogany
Colo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Chippendale Bamboo Dining Chair, Ebonized
Located in Westwood, NJ
Chippendale bamboo dining chair, this timeless geometric design lattice back bamboo formed dining side chair in an ebonized finish with light distre...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Wood
Pair of Chinese Chippendale Style Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Chinese Chippendale style chairs.
Pair of Chinese Chippendale style chairs in a gorgeous blue high gloss finish. This pair ha...
Category
1960s Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Wood
Bamboo Dining Chairs Vintage Asian Pogoda Silk by McGuire, Set of 2
By McGuire
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering one of our recent Palm Beach Estate fine furniture acquisitions of A.
Set of 2 Vintage Asian Pogoda Style bamboo rattan dining chairs with silk seats by McGuire.
Crafte...
Category
1970s Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Leather, Silk, Bamboo
Chippendale Bamboo Dining Chair, White
Located in Westwood, NJ
Chippendale bamboo dining chair, this timeless geometric design lattice back bamboo formed dining side chair is finished in dry chalk white with lig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Wood
Pair of English Chinese Chippendale Style Midcentury Side Chairs with Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English Chinese Chippendale style iron side chairs from the mid 20th century with intricate backs, grey color, faux bamboo structure and new linen upholstery. Created in England during the Midcentury period, each of this pair of side chairs features a grey colored faux bamboo iron structure inspired by the Chinese Chippendale style. The slightly curving backs, made of a careful arrangement of geometric shapes, are flowing into the hind legs in a graceful manner. A rectangular seat, newly recovered with a neutral toned linen fabric, is resting above four splaying legs connected to one another through an H-Form cross stretcher strengthening the ensemble beautifully. With their Chinese Chippendale lines, sturdy iron material and exotic faux-bamboo influence, this pair of English side chairs...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Iron
Chippendale Bamboo Dining Chair, Light Oak
Located in Westwood, NJ
Chippendale Bamboo dining chair, this timeless geometric design lattice back bamboo formed dining side chair in a light oak finish with light distre...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Wood
Pair Vtg Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo Cane Barrel Back Club Lounge Chairs 'a'
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Vintage Hollywood Regency Faux bamboo cane barrel back club lounge chairs (A). Item features cane seat and back, faux bamboo carved wood frames, very nice vintage pair, great...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Cane, Wood
Pair of Black Lacquered Cane Back Lounge Chairs
Located in North York, ON
Pair of black lacquered cane back lounge chairs. Unique blend of Chinese Chippendale and Louis the XV styles. Masterfully restored in a high glo...
Category
1950s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Wood
Pair of Chinese Chair in Lacquered Black Wood and Gold from Late 19th Century
Located in Prato, IT
Pair of Chinese armchair in lacquered black wood with gold and red hand painted decorations.
This item has a wonderful patina due to age and use. The structure is real very solid
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Wood
Shelby Williams Faux Bamboo Pink Rose Gold Upholstered Banquet Dining Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Shelby Williams faux bamboo stacking pink / rose gold banquet dining chairs with removable upholstered backs.
***Approximately 58 chairs available***
Item features a steel...
Category
1980s Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Steel
Pair of Chinese Rosewood Nicely Carved Arm Side Chairs
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of decorative Chinese Asian arm dining chairs.
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Chinese Chippendale Style Chair, Wood Frame, Caned Seat, Made in Italy
Located in Barlassina, IT
Wood chair Chinese Chippendale style inspired. This chair belongs to " Belloni Bamboo collection" that was one of the most appreciated and well selled collection in the 70's. This ar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Wood
Pair of Midcentury Chinese Chippendale Style Black Faux Bamboo Armchairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of vintage Chinese Chippendale style black faux bamboo armchairs from the mid 20th century, with new upholstery. Made in the USA during the midcentury period, each of this pair of faux bamboo armchairs features a Chinese Chippendale ebonized design perfectly complimented by the neutral tones of its upholstered seat. Resting on straight legs connected to one another through cross stretchers, this pair of midcentury Chinese Chippendale...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Faux Bamboo
Vintage Pair Chinese Chippendale Rattan Rolling Accent Chairs Wicker Henry Link
By Henry Link
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome pair of rattan rolling Chinese Chippendale accent chairs from Wicker by Henry Link. They are in fabulous vintage condition. They wear a p...
Category
20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Chinese Chippendale Style Armchair, Wood Frame Caned Seat Made in Italy
Located in Barlassina, IT
Wood chair with armrests, Chinese Chippendale Style inspired. This armchair belongs to " Belloni Bamboo collection" that was one of the most appreciated and well selled collection in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Wood
Pair of Vintage Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Armchairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
For customers that require professional insured delivery we are proud to have teamed up with a nationwide professional delivery company that will assist with coordinating your delive...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Armchairs, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of Hollywood Regency faux bamboo Chinese Chippendale armchairs.
Professionally refinished.
No makers mark.
Measures: Arm height 26.63 inches.
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Faux Bamboo, Cane, Lacquer
Pair of Chippendale Style Chairs in Red Lacquered Wood, circa 1880
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Chippendale style chairs in red lacquered wood standing on four legs: cabriole front legs with a decor of cartouche, foliage a...
Category
1880s European Antique Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1970s Chinese Chippendale Style Chairs by Erwin Lambeth -A Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These Erwin Lambeth chairs date to the 1970s. They have Chinese chippendale styling and have been given a fresh update with a satin linen white paint and textured linen upholstery. T...
Category
1970s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Linen, Wood
Pair of Chinese Chair in Lacquered Red Wood and Gold of 18th Century
Located in Milano, IT
Large and very elegant and well-made pair of Chinese armchairs from the late 1800s. The pair of armchairs is in curved wood. The backrest is curved and is paneled with friezes depict...
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Wood
Pair Grosfeld House Hollywood Regency Mahogany Lounge Arm Chairs Dorothy Draper
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Quality pair of 1940s mahogany fireside armchairs attributed to Grosfeld House. The pair has a very unique Chinese Chippendale style with shaped wingbacks and tapered legs.
Category
1940s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Chinese Chippendale Bergere Arm Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of English Chinese Chippendale style (19th-20th Century) mahogany bergere arm chairs with cluster legs with stretcher and gold damask upholstery
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Mahogany, Wood
Pair of George III Chinese Chippendale Style Lacquered Pagoda Armchairs
By Weiman
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic pair of lacquered armchairs crafted in the George III Chinese chippendale taste by Weiman. The chairs feature a pagoda shaped crest rail and elaborate geometric open fretwo...
Category
20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Seating
Materials
Fabric, Faux Bamboo, Wood
Chinese Chippendale seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Chinese Chippendale seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinese Chippendale seating made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Baker Furniture Company, Lane Furniture, Shelby Williams, and Bernhardt. 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $325 and tops out at $39,500 while the average work can sell for $2,250.
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