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.
Find a collection of chinoiserie bedroom furniture, cabinets, decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
Antique Chinese Carved Rosewood Dining Chairs With Mother of Pearl Inlay, 1890s
By George Zee
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding set of four antique Chinese dining chairs China, Circa 1890s Gorgeous carved rosewood, with exquisite Mother-of-Pearl inlay, and removable upholstered seat cushions....
Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood
$3,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Vintage Burnt Bamboo Pagoda Dining Chairs set of 4
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Rare set of 4 vintage burnt bamboo dining chairs. Pagoda design, beautifully rich in color, cane seats. Good vintage condition with ...
Bamboo
$1,650 / set
Pair Of Vintage Chinoiserie Style Hall Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A pair of Chinoiserie-style black lacquered and gilt-decorated chairs featuring intricate hand-painted motifs and a distinctive shield-shaped or "spoonback" silhouette. The back with...
Wood
Black Lacquered & Gilt Chinoiserie Decorated Armchairs
Located in Rochester, NY
A substantially sized pair of Queen Anne style armchairs in the original beautiful black lacquered finish w/ finely gilded chinoiserie decoration of floating leaves and cross hatchin...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer
Japanned Chinoiserie Chair, Papier-Mâché, Mother-of-Pearl Inlay, Regency Taste
Located in Leeds, GB
Japanned Chinoiserie Chair, Papier-Mâché and Wood, with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay, Regency Taste A decorative late 19th century japanned chair in the Regency taste, finished in black la...
Mother-of-Pearl
$3,300 / set
Set of 6 Regency style Chinoiserie Dining Chairs
Located in Pomona, CA
A very attractive set of 6 Chinoiserie Dining Chairs in the Regency Style. Two Captains chairs and 4 side chairs. An ebonized finish with Chinese and floral scene decorations. Armch...
Wood
Vintage Chinoiserie Tortoise Bamboo Arm Chair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A gorgeous barrel-back bamboo armchair. This piece reminds us of a Brighton Pavillion chair. It has a rounded barrel back with a split bamboo...
Bamboo
Antique 19th C. Chinese Export Brighton Pavilion Bamboo Chinoiserie Armchair
Located in Dayton, OH
This 19th-century antique Chinese Export bamboo armchair showcases exceptional period craftsmanship, beautifully capturing the historic Chinoiserie aesthetic. The chair is meticulous...
Bamboo, Rattan, Hardwood
Antique Chinoiserie Ebonized Rosewood High Relief Ball & Claw Scholars Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Chinoiserie side dining, scholars, or vanity chair. Made of ebonized Rosewood featuring highly ornate gothic inspired carvings with dragons, bats, squirrels, flowers, nuts, b...
Rosewood
Antique Chinese Elm Hardwood Horseshoe Oriental Huanghuali Lounge Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Antique Chinese Elm Hardwood Horseshoe Oriental Huanghuali Lounge Arm Chair with Wove...
Hardwood
$2,280Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-Century Regency Style Chaise Lounge In Chinoiserie Tiger Upholstery
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a mid-century regency style newly upholstered chaise lounge. The upholstery is a printed cotton or cotton linen blend with a vibrant chinoiserie tiger. It’s size makes it a ...
Cotton
Mid Century Gondola Sofa by Baker with Brass Details
By Baker Furniture Company, Adrian Pearsall, James Mont
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Mid-Century Gondola sofa by Baker Furniture. Sofa has super clean lines with a bit of Asian flair. This beautiful sofa is unlike any other gondola sofa. Base is tubular wood finis...
Satin
Vintage Chinese Chippendale Faux Tortoise Shell Pierced Trellis Bench Arm Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
This distinctive diminutive open-arm accent chair or bench features a bold, tortoiseshell faux-painted finish over its entire wooden frame, creating a richly textured pattern of deep...
Hardwood, Lacquer
Pair of 19th Century Green Queen Anne Revival Chinoiserie Bergere Chairs
Located in Hastings, GB
An outstanding pair of circa 1890 English, Queen Anne Revival bergère armchairs, in a glorious light green paint, with applied gilt chinoiserie decoration throughout. All canework ha...
Wood
Set of 4 Faux Bamboo Chinoiserie Hollywood Regency Style Dining -All Armchairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This set of 4 Faux Bamboo Chinoiserie Hollywood Regency Style Dining Armchairs embodies timeless elegance and sophisticated design. Crafted with a black lacquered faux bamboo frame, ...
Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Chinese Rosewood Corner Chairs with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay
Located in Brooklyn, NY
These corner chairs were handmade in China during the middle of the 20th century. Crafted in rosewood, the authentic mother-of-pearl inlay features natural motifs. Curved armrests an...
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Rosewood
1970s Chinoserie Style Floral Faux Bamboo Wood Chair
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, faux bamboo handcrafted wood chair you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibite...
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage Faux Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Chinoiserie Newly Upholstered Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely vintage faux bamboo Chinese Chippendale Chinoiserie bench. Newly upholstered with a fabulous blue and white fabric. No issues or damage. Dimensions: 38 L x 20 D x 18.5 H.
Upholstery, Faux Bamboo
French Bench Painted Noir and Chinoiserie Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French ebonized lacquered bench with gilt details and Chinoiserie upholstery. Beautiful simple carving details pagoda textile upholstery. Use this bench in foyer or end of bed. Add s...
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Chinese Carved Rosewood Armchairs With Mother of Pearl Inlay, 1890s
By George Zee
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding pair of antique Chinese armchairs or dining captain chairs China, Circa 1890s Gorgeous carved rosewood, with exquisite Mother-of-Pearl inlay, and removable upholster...
Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood
Traditional Floral Sofa With Pastel Chinoiserie-Inspired Upholstery and Skirted
Located in Elkton, MD
Late 20th-century traditional curved sofa featuring pastel floral upholstery with a Chinoiserie-inspired pattern. Designed with rolled arms, a skirted base, and three-seat cushions. ...
Upholstery
Vintage Chinoiserie Ming Style Bench by Raymond Sobota for Century Furniture
By Raymond K. Sobota, Century Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Chinoiserie Ming style black lacquered bench by Raymond Sobota for Century Furniture, needs reupholstered. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage...
Fabric, Wood
Sensational Pair of Red Coral Bamboo & Rattan Club Chairs with Custom Cushions
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Sizzling hot pair of coral red rattan and bamboo vintage armchairs having classic shape and custom cushions. seat height without cushion 17.5 Arm height 25
Bamboo, Rattan
Italian Brass Faux Bamboo Bench
Located in Stamford, CT
Italian brass bamboo bench. Newly upholstered in Schumacher Nakuru epingle woven fabric. Seat is 16.5” tall.
Brass
Vintage Coastal Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Aluminum Chaise Lounge
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A striking vintage outdoor chaise lounge in the manner of Brown Jordan or Phyllis Morris, featuring a sculptural faux bamboo aluminum frame with...
Aluminum
$3,120Sale Price|20% Off
Pair of 18c Style Giles Grendey Inspired Burton-Ching Red Chinoiserie Arm Chairs
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
18c Style Giles Grendey Inspired Burton-Ching Red Chinoiserie Arm Chairs - A Pair
Wood
Vintage Chinoiserie Regency Horseshoe Bamboo Rattan & Cane Side Chair
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Classic American craftsmanship meets timeless chinoiserie design in this vintage Drexel Heritage faux bamboo armchair. Beautifully crafted in warm walnut with hand-carved faux bamboo details, elegant turned spindle sides, and an X-stretcher base, this chair is equally at home in a traditional, British Colonial, coastal, or Hollywood Regency interior. Drexel’s faux bamboo...
Faux Bamboo, Wood
Set of Ten 1970s Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs, Black Wood
Located in Stamford, CT
Set of ten black painted wood Chinese Chippendale dining chairs. Good quality, fine condition. Two armchairs: 25 wide, 21.5 deep, 37 high, ...
Wood
Giltwood Chinoiserie Bamboo Oval Footstool
Located in Stamford, CT
Small oval antique giltwood bamboo stool. Black painted banded detailing: Newly upholstered in Schumacher Nakuru epingle woven fabric with gimp trim.
Giltwood
Pair of Vintage Coastal Faux Bamboo Rattan Lattice Armchairs by French Heritage
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
striking pair of vintage faux bamboo rattan armchairs by French Heritage Furniture (North Carolina), featuring an intricate lattice design, ...
Faux Bamboo
Elegant pair of 1970s Black Chinoiserie Arm Chairs w/Carved Details Mid Century
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This striking pair of chinoiserie-style armchairs blends timeless elegance with bold visual appeal. Crafted from solid wood and finished in a sleek black lacquer, each chair features...
Wood
Four Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Chinoiserie Bergères, Jansen Attr., 1890
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...
Velvet, Giltwood, Lacquer
Pair of Drexel Heritage Chinoiserie Style Ebonized Paint Decorated Benches
By Drexel
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 18 in W: 22 in D: 16 in A beautifully executed pair of Chinoiserie-style benches by Drexel Heritage, showcasing the brand’s celebrated ability to reinterpret classic...
Upholstery, Wood, 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...
Upholstery, Wood
MCM McGuire Style Brighton Pavilion Bamboo Lounge Set, Billy Baldwin Provenance
By McGuire
Located in Morristown, NJ
Brighton Pavilion Style Bamboo Lounge Set, Attributed to McGuire, Billy Baldwin Provenance United States, Mid-20th Century Comprising two caned armchairs and a glass-top coffee table...
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass
Good Chinoiserie Piano Stool
Located in Swadlincote, GB
Nice black chinoicerie piano stool, hinged lift up lid, in very good overall condition. 24" high 21" wide 13" depth 21" seat height You are welcome to vi...
Lacquer
Vintage Chinese Elm Lacquered Cane Double Chairback Hall Bench Settee Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinese Elm Lacquered Cane Double Chairback Hall Bench Settee Sofa. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 41.5" H x 41" W x 19" D x 21" Seat height x 30" Arm height.
Cane, Elm
MCM Blue Elephant Shaped Ceramic Garden Stool or Plant Stand, Belgium, 1960s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a large ceramic and very decorative garden stool or plant stand in the shape of an elephant made in blue and white ceramics...
Ceramic
$3,496Sale Price / item|30% Off
Lounge Chairs Ottoman Erwin Lambeth for Tomlinson
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 Lounge Chairs &...
Cotton
Pair of James Mont Style Mid-Century Lacquered Horseshoe Chairs by Century
By James Mont
Located in Chicago, IL
A lovely pair of large Chinese ming style horseshoe lounge chairs made by Century Furniture. Originally designed by James Mont these chairs epitomize his over the top dramatic mid-ce...
Textile, Wood
Vintage Chinoiserie Ming Style Yoke Back Chairs Black Lacquered Style James Mont
By James Mont, Century Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Asian Chinoiserie Ming style yoke back chairs with black lacquered frames & brass details in the style of James Mont. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that thes...
Brass
Vintage Regency Blue Willow Glazed Ceramic Low Stool
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your interior with this exquisite Vintage Regency Blue Willow Ceramic Low Stool—a timeless piece that seamlessly fuses form and function. Showcasing intricate blue-and-white ...
Ceramic
$2,920Sale Price|20% Off
Set of Four Century Faux Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Style Armchairs
Located in Sarasota, FL
This set of four faux bamboo dining chairs by Century Furniture combines classic chinoiserie-inspired design with the brand’s signature craftsmanship and durability. Constructed in C...
Brass
Vintage Rattan Bamboo Bench Settee in Chinoiserie Style
Located in Saddle River, NJ
Vintage Rattan Bamboo Bench Settee in Chinoiserie Style This beautiful vintage rattan bamboo bench settee in Chinoiserie style is the perfect blend of boho chic and coastal elegance...
Rattan
Vintage Heywood Wakefield Mid-Century Modern Bent Rattan Desk Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your workspace with the timeless elegance of this vintage desk chair from the iconic Heywood Wakefield collection. A brilliant fusion of classic form and mid-century material...
Upholstery, Rattan
Chin Hua Dining Chairs 4 Side & 2 Armchairs by Raymond K. Sobota
By Century Furniture, Raymond K. Sobota
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous set of six Chin Hua dining chairs 4 side and 2 armchairs by Raymond K. Sobota for Century Furniture. Comprised of ebonized deep brown a...
Wood, Burl
Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Elephant Stools - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Introduce an exotic touch of Chinoiserie Chic to your interiors with this captivating pair of Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Elephant Stools. Each stool is a magnificent example of v...
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Regency Chinoiserie Style Faux Bamboo Pagoda Bench
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A striking vintage faux bamboo pagoda bench featuring an elaborate red lacquered frame with turned spindle fretwork, bamboo-form legs, and flared feet. Th...
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Chinoiserie Lacquer and Cane Chair Back Settee
Located in Centennial, CO
A stunning and unique antique 19th century English Chinoiserie lacquer chair back settee with 20th century hand caning. Ornately embellished with antique gold Chinoiserie style decor...
Wood, Lacquer
Pair of Brighton Pavillion Style Chinoiserie Rattan Armchairs. Circa 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
A Pair of Vintage Midcentury Chinoiserie Brighton Pavillion Style Upholstered Rattan Armchairs. Circa 1960s, Features a rattan frame with leather straps and upholstered seat cushions...
Upholstery, Rattan
Vintage Oriental Ming Style Ebonized Horseshoe Lounge Chairs by Century (B) Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Oriental Ming Style Ebonized Black Lacquer Horseshoe Lounge Chairs by Century...
Wood
1960s Sculptural Painted Floral Spindle Panjubi Chairs Footstools, Set of 4
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, hand painted and intricate wood tribal chairs and footstools you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acqui...
Textile, Wood, Paint
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Broyhill Ming Style Yoke Back Dining Side Armchair
By Broyhill
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Chinoiserie Broyhill Ming style yoke back dining or side armchair with an ebony-colored frame & original white textured meander fabric....
Fabric, Wood
Chin Hua Set of 8 Dining Chairs 4 Side & 2 Arm by Raymond K. Sobota for Century
By Raymond K. Sobota, Century Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage set of eight Chin Hua dining chairs 6 side and 2 armchairs by Raymond K. Sobota for Century Furniture. Comprised of ebonized deep brown ash wood frames and upholste...
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
Antique Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Footstool, Mahogany, Circa 1890
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique Chinoiserie faux bamboo footstool with newly upholstered fabric. This piece embodies the Aesthetic Movement and Chinoiserie design trends which popularized furniture carved t...
Mahogany
$1,250Sale Price / set|48% Off
Pair of Italian Brass Bamboo Side Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of midcentury Italian brass bamboo side chairs. Newly upholstered in pink velvet fabric. Overall unpolished patina to brass. Stamped ‘Made in Italy’ on the underside. Seat is 1...
Brass
Antique Faux Bamboo & Cane Chair, 19th-Century Chinoiserie Style
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautifully crafted 19th-century faux bamboo side chair featuring a handwoven cane seat and an elegant spindle fan-back. This chair is a classic example of the English and French C...
Cane, Wood
Chinoiserie Hand Carved Rosewood Howdah Elephant Saddle Chair Bangkok Thailand
Located in Topeka, KS
Phenomenal vintage Chinoiserie hand carved Rosewood Howdah or elephant saddle chair from Bangkok Thailand. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. It has a repaired chip and crack on its front top back rail. It was given a fresh coat of Danish oil. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century. NOTE: If you love this saddle chair from Bangkok we have additional interesting pieces from Bangkok listed here if they are still available. OK… Grab your elephant and let’s go for a RIDE!! LOL… ok, most people probably don’t actually have a pet elephant BUT… that shouldn’t detour you from owning a PHENOMENAL hand carved elephant saddle chair or Howdah chair...
Rosewood
Vintage Coastal Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add timeless coastal charm to your dining space with this set of six vintage Chinese Chippendale dining chairs. Featuring a beautifully intricate bamboo and rattan frame with an icon...
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
Early 20th Century Torched Faux Bamboo Double Cane Brighton Pagoda Side Chair
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A 1920s "burnt" faux bamboo side chair with a double cane back in remarkably good condition.
Cane, Wood