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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
Period: Late 20th Century
Vintage Thomasville Chinese Chippendale Fretwork Hollywood Regency Dining Chairs
Located in West Chester, PA
Nice set of vintage Thomasville dining chairs with fretwork back rests and floral upholstered seats. Included are four side chairs and two armchairs.
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Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

1970 Vintage Brighton Chinoiserie Rattan White Bamboo Caning Split Reed Armchair
By Brighton Pavilion 1
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage white finish bamboo, caning and split reed armchair green seat cushion on six legs. This is a handcrafted chair with woven cane seat features bamboo frames and Chinese inspir...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Bamboo, Cane, Reed, Paint

Chinese Chippendale Style Faux Bamboo Armchair, Caned Seat, Loose Seat Cushion
Located in Miami, FL
Chinese Chippendale style faux bamboo armchair, caned seat, loose seat cushion Offered for sale is a Chinese Chippendale style faux bamboo armch...
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Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Fabric, Faux Bamboo, Cane, Wood

Baker Bamboo Dining Chairs Chinese Chippendale
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A A Fantabulous Set of 6 ...
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1980s Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating

Materials

Leather, Bamboo, Cane

Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Chairs Jonathan Adler Style Set of Four
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Set of Four midcentury Faux Bamboo Chairs, 2 armchairs and 2 chairs. Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo chinoiserie Dining Chairs, a Clas...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Faux Bamboo

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.
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Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Velvet, Fruitwood

Restored Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs: Vintage Elegance Reimagined
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transform your dining space with our exquisitely restored set of six dining chairs, epitomizing the cherished Chinese Chippendale style. These vintage gems, crafted from robust solid wood, stand as a beacon of enduring design and superior craftsmanship. Each chair showcases an intricate carved faux bamboo motif, encapsulating the sophistication and timeless charm of this iconic design. Revitalized by our skilled artisans, these chairs now flaunt a modern off-white and pale grey palette, enhanced with an elegant distressed finish that lends depth and character. More than just aesthetically pleasing, these Vintage Chinese...
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1970s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating

Materials

Wood, Paint, Faux Bamboo, Lacquer

Glamorous Red Lacquer Chinese Chippendale Armchair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Glamorous Chinese Chippendale style red lacquer armchair having contrasting green silk seat upholstery with palm tree motif. Arm height 27.5
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1970s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating

Materials

Silk, Wood

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...
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1970s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating

Materials

Wood, Faux Bamboo

4 Hollywood Regency Chinese Chippendale Style Black Accent Chairs by Thomasville
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Chinese Chippendale style Thomasville black low profile accent occasional chairs, set of 4. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. Specifically, all 4 chairs have natural, distressed edges from age & wear which we have enhanced giving them a gorgeous patinated look then added a fresh coat of lacquer. A couple of small holes in the vinyl have been repaired. They can be used as is, but most will want to reupholster. They are priced accordingly. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa 1971. You know, 1971 was a VERY good year… There were 3 partial solar eclipses AND there were TWO total lunar eclipses in the SAME year!!… The FIRST EVER Starbucks opened at the historic Pike Place Market in Seattle, Washington… A movie ticket only cost $1.50… Oh ya… AND it’s the year I was BORN!! (Hmmmmm, those eclipses may explain a few things in my life!) LOL…Anyway, how privileged am I to share a birthday with these MARVELOUS occasional chairs by Thomasville!!! This is a set of four incredible Thomasville low profile occasional chairs in the style of James Mont covered in a deep black faux ebony finish bearing a naturally distressed all-over patina on their frames. They have wide, square seats wearing lovely black vinyl or faux leather fabric that is nice enough to use for a while but eventually you may want to reupholster. Just think of the limitless fabric possibilities!!! They feature beautifully carved Asian detailed backs and straight square legs with a wide and sturdy stance. The front legs have a slightly turned in foot, but no rounded hoof look so not quite the Ming style, but we might say a hint or bit of flair. They are definitely bursting with styles of Hollywood Regency, Chinoiserie, and Chinese Chippendale magnificence and are sure to be a favorite new addition to your home! They are too low for use at a standard dining table; however, if you have a low profile Asian Chabudai (Japanese short-legged table,) or a low-profile game table, these would be a perfect fit!! Otherwise, you could certainly use them as extra seating in your living or family room or split them up and use two in the corner of your bedroom and two in the sitting room or study across from your fireplace. They are very versatile, composed of solid frames, and they bear an unmatchable and timeless Thomasville reputation!! They are EXACTLY what the designer ordered! The original Thomasville furniture company was founded in 1904. At the time, it was called the Thomasville chair company since the company focused on producing chairs exclusively. Over the next few decades, the catalog expanded to include additional furniture pieces. During this time, the original company went through several owners; despite this, the company still experienced financial success even through economic hardship of the 1930s. Vintage pieces from the Thomasville Furniture company run the gamut from chairs to dining room furniture and many different types of furniture in between. The earliest pieces from the company, when it was still known as the Thomasville Chair Company, are considered the most rare and valuable. If you are looking for authentic Thomasville vintage pieces, you will need to find them on the secondhand market. Thomasville Furniture is one of the most recognized furniture companies in America. You can count on Thomasville furniture for incredible dining room and bedroom furniture. – vintage furniture...
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1970s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Faux Leather, Wood, Paint

Late 20th Century Red Lacquered Carved Wood & Cane Asian Style Armchair
Located in Charlotte, NC
An Asian Chinese Chippendale style armchair, unbranded. Solid wood frame with red lacquer, high back, arched crest rail, decorative back rest with look of bamboo, square arms with de...
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Late 20th Century Indonesian Chinese Chippendale Seating

Materials

Cane, Wood, Lacquer

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...
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1970s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Wood

Chinese Rosewood Corner Dining Chairs Vintage - Set of 4
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Set of 4 1970s Chinese ...
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1970s Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Rosewood

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...
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Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Seating

Materials

Cotton, Faux Bamboo, Foam, Polyester, Mahogany

1970 Vintage Brighton Chinoiserie Rattan Burnt Bamboo Caning Split Reed Armchair
By Brighton Pavilion 1
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage burnt bamboo, caning and split reed armchair on six legs. This is a handcrafted chair with woven cane seat features bamboo frames and Chinese inspired bamboo patterns. The b...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Chinese Chippendale Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Cane, Reed

Vintage Bamboo Chinoiserie Chippendale Style Lounge Arm Chairs - a Pair
Located in Sheridan, CO
These Black Bamboo Rattan Chippendale Style Lounge chair in black bamboo rattan is accented with custom cushion cover in black and white ikat style fabric, one with striped fabric, t...
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1990s Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Chinese Chippendale Yellow Faux Bamboo Cast Aluminum Barstool Stool
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinese Chippendale Yellow Faux Bamboo Cast Aluminum Barstool. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 41" H x 16.5" W x 19.75" D x 29.5" S...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Aluminum

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...
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Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Chinoiserie Carved Teak Wood Howdah Elephant Saddle Accent Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie Carved Teak Wood Howdah Elephant Saddle Accent Chair. Item features solid wood construction, nicely carved details, very nice vintage item, great style and form. ...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Teak

Set of Four Vintage Brighton Pavilion Chinese Chippendale Rattan Chairs
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of Four Vintage Brighton Pavilion Style Chinese Chippendale Rattan and Split Reed Chairs with Caned Seats. Brighton Pavilion refers to t...
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1970s Philippine Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating

Materials

Rattan, Reed

Lane Venture Chinese Chippendale Half Round Metal Faux Bamboo Ottoman Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Lane Venture Chinese Chippendale Half Round Metal Faux Bamboo Ottoman Bench. Item features a faux bamboo half round metal frame, fretwork corners, vinyl s...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Seating

Materials

Metal

Chinese Chippendale Wingback Armchairs
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of Fabulous Chi...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Cotton, Wood

Vintage Regency Carved Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs - Set of Four
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous set of four vintage coastal dining chairs. Gorgeous Chinese Chippendale design with beautiful carved bamboo detail. Deep merlot velvet seat with coordinating hand painted ...
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Late 20th Century North American Chinese Chippendale Seating

Materials

Velvet, Bamboo, Paint

White Chinese Chippendale Style Faux Bamboo Chair in Thaibaut South Seas
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 1970s white lacquer Chinese Chippendale style faux bamboo arm chair. The finish is a white lacquer. The seat is caned with a navy and white cotton linen blend chinoiserie. ...
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1970s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Bamboo Dining Chairs Vintage Asian Pogoda Silk by McGuire, Set of 2
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...
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1970s Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Leather, Silk, Bamboo

Chinese Chippendale Style Rattan / Bamboo Ottomans / Tables in Blue & White, 3
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a fun set! It is a set of three Chinese chippendale style ottomans or side tables in a new striped upholstery. They are in very good vintage condition. The tops are not attac...
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1970s Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Upholstery, Rattan

Cotton Linen Asian Floral Slipcovered Wingback Armchair by Lee Industries
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For full item description be sure to click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this listing. Offering one of our recent Palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a Lee Industries...
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1970s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Linen, Cotton

Vintage Coastal Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs After Ficks Reed - Set of 4
Located in west palm beach, FL
Fantastic set of four vintage Coastal dining chairs. Done in the manner of Ficks Reed with the iconic Chinese Chippendale design. Freshly painted white in a semi gloss finish. All se...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Chinese Chippendale Seating

Materials

Reed, Paint

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...
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1980s Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating

Materials

Steel

Shelby Williams Faux Bamboo Pink Rose Gold Upholstered Banquet Chairs, Set of 6
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Shelby Williams Faux bamboo stacking pink / rose gold banquet dining chairs with removable upholstered backs - set of 6 ***Listing is for (1) Set of (6) Chairs.*** Ite...
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1980s Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Steel

Set of 4 Mahogany Chippendale Style Dining Side Chairs Attributed to Bernhardt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of 4 mahogany Chippendale style dining side chairs attributed to Bernhardt. Listing includes (4) side chairs, solid wood frame, nicely carved details, very nice vintage item, gre...
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Late 20th Century North American Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Mahogany

Ralph Lauren Lacquered Mahogany Faux Bamboo Upholstered Living Room Set
Located in Germantown, MD
An amazing Asian Chippendale style living room set attributed to Ralph Lauren. Set off of a sofa, a loveseat and a coffee table. Solid mahogany lacquered faux bamboo. Very solid upho...
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Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Glass, Mahogany, Upholstery, Faux Bamboo

Vintage Faux Bamboo Aluminum Yellow Hauser Pool Patio Dining Chairs, Set or 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage faux bamboo aluminum yellow hauser pool patio dining chairs - Set or 4. Set includes (4) arm chairs, yellow vinyl straps, faux bamboo design metal frames, cast aluminum const...
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1970s North American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Metal

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.
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Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Faux Bamboo, Cane, Lacquer

Set of Four Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs
Located in Naples, FL
Set of four Chinese Chippendale dining chairs with cream striped original upholstery in good condition.
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Seating

Materials

Upholstery, 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...
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1970s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Linen, Wood

Pair of Rattan Lounge Chairs by Bryan Ashley
Located in Pasadena, TX
Bryan Ashley is a leader and innovator of hospitality industry furniture, custom hospitality furniture, contract furniture, upholstered furniture...
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Late 20th Century North American Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Rattan, 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.
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1970s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Chinese Chippendale Rosewood Foot Stool or Bonsai Tree Plant Stand
Located in Germantown, MD
A cute Chinese Chippendale Rosewood Foot Stool or Bonsai Tree Plant Stand in good vintage condition. Measures 18" in width, 10" in depth and 6" in hei...
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Chinese Chippendale Seating

Materials

Rosewood

Chippendale Bamboo and Wicker Armchair by Vivai Del Sud, Italy, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
An armchair produced in Italy by the historic Roman company "Vivai Del Sud" during the 70s in the Chinese Chippedale style. The strong thick bamboo rods ar...
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Late 20th Century Italian Chinese Chippendale Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

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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