Chinoiserie Seating
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.
Find a collection of chinoiserie bedroom furniture, cabinets, decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
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Style: Chinoiserie
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...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
Mid-Century Restored Refinished Rattan Four Piece Custom Upholstered Sectional
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Experience the perfect blend of Old Florida charm and Chinoiserie elegance with this meticulously restored Mid-20th Century rattan sectional. This four-piece set features custom textured upholstery by Sunbrella, offering vintage appeal with modern comfort. The addition of four navy textured throw pillows...
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Rattan
Asian Influenced 12 Dining Chairs Michael Taylor Baker Refinished Reupholstered
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of Twelve Elegant Dining Chairs with Subtle Asian Influence, designed by Michael Taylor for Baker, American, circa 1960s. These chairs are currently being refinished and reuphols...
Category
1960s American Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
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...
Category
1890s English Antique Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Wood
Blue and White Chinese Porcelain Garden Stools Side Tables with Dragons
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning pair of Chinese blue and white porcelain garden stools with intricate hand painted motif of dragons, fish and flowers. Pierced detail at top...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Vintage Chinoiserie Rosewood Corner Chair
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage Chinoiserie rosewood corner chair
Lovely rosewood chair with intricately carved floral motifs.
Measures: 27 Width x 22 Depth x 32 Hei...
Category
Mid-20th Century Asian Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Rosewood
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...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Brass
Mid 20th Century Ebony Horseshoe Lounge Chairs
Located in Southampton, NJ
An impressive pair of solid Ebony mid 20th Century Chinoiserie chairs with distinct influences seen in later designs by Michael Taylor for Ba...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Silk, Ebony, Wood
1940s Hollywood Regench Carved and Ebonized Wood Sitting Bench Chinoiserie/Asian
Located in Opa Locka, FL
c1940's Chinoiserie/ Asian Carved and Ebonized Wood Sitting Bench. Amazing carving. Please look closely at pictures as they tell the details of the carvings.
Category
1940s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Wood
Black Wood and Red Velvet English Chiavari Chair
Located in New York, NY
An antique English Chiavari black wood painted side chair with striking red velvet tufted seat, England, circa Late-19th century to early-20th century. Chair has spindle back, black ...
Category
1890s English Antique Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
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...
Category
1970s Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage Coastal Chinese Chippendale Rattan Dining Chairs - Set of 8
Located in west palm beach, FL
Enhance your dining space with this stunning set of eight vintage coastal Chinese Chippendale rattan dining chairs. Crafted with intri...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Exquisite Pair of Chinoiserie Ming Style Carved Rosewood Chairs Asian Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Exquisite pair of Chinese carved rosewood chairs made in the Classic Ming style. Featuring geometric carved backs and arms and chow legs...
Category
1970s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
Antique Near Pair of Handcrafted, Chinese Folding Traveller’s Chairs W. Webbing
Located in Lisse, NL
Two very stylish and highly decorative Asian chairs.
These all-handcrafted early 20th century Chinese folding chairs are a rare find. The wonder...
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Cane, Wood
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....
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pastel Koi Chinese Garden Stool
Located in Locust Valley, NY
The Pastel Koi Chinese Garden Stool is a beautifully crafted ceramic piece featuring delicate koi fish motifs, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune in Chinese culture. The stool i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Chinoiserie Glazed Hand Painted Ceramic Garden Stool Side Table
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Add a touch of elegance to your indoor or outdoor space with this vintage Chinoiserie ceramic garden stool.
Hand-painted with vibrant floral and butterfly motifs, this glazed stool d...
Category
1970s Unknown Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Ceramic
Henredon Ming Asian Dining Chairs 1950s
By Henredon
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Category
1950s Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Stunning Pair Chinoiserie Barrel Back Rosewood Lounge Chairs Mid-Century
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning pair of barrel back Chinoiserie rosewood lounge chairs. These Fine chairs are upholstered in gorgeous yellow plaid taffeta fabric in usable vintage condition. We do have 2 p...
Category
1970s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
Vintage Universal Furniture Chinoiserie Set of 4 Chairs
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Four Universal Furniture chinoiserie dining chairs.
Unique blonde wood.
One chair with arms and 3 without.
They have high, straight backs and a solid back splat with a geometric carv...
Category
1990s American Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
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 Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo
Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Inspired Bench with Hand Painted Gold Accents
Located in North York, ON
Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Inspired bench with hand painted gold accents. American, 1980's. Featuring violet velvet with soft gold toned piping. Woo...
Category
1980s American Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Wood, Velvet
Six Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Pagoda Dining Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of six Classic chinoiserie inspired dining chairs. The set has 2-arm and 4 side chairs, feature a pagoda detail to the top rail with elegant fretwork on backs with armrests raise...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery, 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...
Category
20th Century American Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Bamboo
6 White Fine Furniture Asian Ming Chinoiserie Style White Lacquer Dining Chairs
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome off-white Asian style, Ming style, or Chinoiserie set of six dining chairs by White Fine Furniture. They are in wonderful vintage condition. There are a few nicks and dings as you would expect for their age but nothing outstanding. We call that patina. The loose seat cushions are useable, but most will want to replace. Please see photos.
NOTE: We do have a matching dining room table and display china cabinet listed separately if you are so inclined.
This set of six Asian style dining chairs...
Category
1970s American Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Lounge Chairs Ottoman Erwin Lambeth for Tomlinson
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Set of Lounge Chairs &...
Category
1980s Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Cotton
Gorgeous Asian Modern Michael Taylor style Chinoiserie Sofa Midcentury
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous Asian modern Michael Taylor style chinoiserie sofa with black lacquered base and back. This piece retains it's original aqua turquoise fabri...
Category
1960s American Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Small Signed Perret et Vibert Late 19th Century Chinoiserie Bamboo Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small signed Perret et Vibert Chinoiserie bamboo chair from the late 19th century with mother of pearl inlaid black lacquered plaque on the ...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Bamboo, Rattan
Chinese Red Rattan Canopy or Porter Armchair
Located in Stamford, CT
High back Chinese red rattan porter's chair or canopy chair from Miami based Empire Rattan Company. A wonderful accent chair with diamond shaped woven ra...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Rattan, Reed, Wood
Pair of Warren Lloyd for Mastercraft Brass & Pink Fabric 'Empress' Lounge Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Warren Lloyd, these chairs were manufactured in Italy by Mastercraft, famous now for their extremely high construction quality and various brass piece. These chairs are c...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Brass
Set of Six Queen Anne Style Chinoiserie Dining Chairs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Very Palm Beach! A great set of Queen Anne style dining chairs with painted Chinoiserie decoration. Beautiful carved cabriole legs and curved stretchers. Priced as a set of six, with...
Category
20th Century American Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Wood
Vintage Chinese Elm Wood Ming Yoke Back Lacquered Asian Scholars Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinese Elm Wood Ming Yoke Back Lacquered Asian Scholars Arm Chair. Believed to be Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 44" H x 24" W x 22.5" D x 19" Seat height x 28" Arm h...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Wood
20th Century Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Painted Ottomans - Pail lol
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a classic pair of black lacquer painted chinoiserie ottomans dating approximately to the 1980s. The upholstery is vintage and shows light wear. They are American. add
Category
Late 20th Century North American Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
1970s Curved Sculptural Rattan Denim Blue Sofa
By Mcquire
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The beautiful rare collection is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with personality! Just look at the details and curves on this beauty! Plush cushionin...
Category
1970s Philippine Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Vintage Chinoiserie Ming Style Rosewood Sofa
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage chinoiserie ming style rosewood sofa. Measures: 73.5"
Beautifully carved sofa with Ming legs and rich silk upholstery.
Category
Mid-20th Century Asian Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Rosewood
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...
Category
19th Century Antique Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Gilt Chinoiserie Sofa Couch Loveseat by Broyhill and Lenoir Chair Company
By Broyhill
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A fabulous Chinoiserie sofa in Broyhill fabric by the Lenoir Chair Company. This sofa will make a statement in any room. It is upholstered in a stunning chinoiserie fabric from top t...
Category
1970s American Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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. ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery
1960s Noble Homes Chinoiserie Dining Chairs From Baker Furniture - Set of 6
Located in Hartville, OH
Set of six Baker Furniture Noble Homes collection (precursor to the Stately Homes collection) gilt black Chinoiserie dining chairs in the Queen Anne taste, each having a serpentine crest rail with paddle...
Category
1960s American Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Lacquer
Chinese Lacquer Sofa Chairs
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Pair of Chinese lacquer chairs. Cushioned seats and great Chinese detailing.
Curbside to NYC/Philly $450
Category
20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Lacquer
A Red Painted Chinoiserie Settee
Located in New York, NY
This enchanting early 20th-century red-painted chinoiserie settee showcases exceptional craftsmanship and artistic detailing. Hand-painted scenic panels depict idyllic landscapes, pa...
Category
1920s Unknown Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Large Set of Ten Baker Black & Gold Mahogany Dining Chairs, circa 1950
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Attributed to designer Michael Taylor, this large set of ten Baker Asian inspired chinoiserie dining chairs is the only one of its kind available, globally. These unique dining chairs were completely restored from top to bottom. Mahogany frames were stained in a dark satin black to allow for appreciation of the rich mahogany grain. The armchairs are stately. Gilded Asian...
Category
1950s American Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage Carved Teak Wood Japanese Imperial Meiji Style Side Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Carved Teak Wood Japanese Imperial Meiji Style Side Chair. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 37" H x 20" W x 18" D X 20" Seat height.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Teak
Pair of Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Chairs
Located in Redding, CT
Pair of Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Chairs. Classic Palm Beach Style chairs in the style of Dorothy Draper. Classic Black Gloss finish ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Lacquer
Chinoiserie Red Basketweave Stool or Side Table
Located in New York, NY
Chinoiserie red basketweave stool or side table. Vintage Italian faded Chinese red painted iron stool or drinks table of basketweave design on four splayed legs. Italy, Mid-20th Cent...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Iron
1980s Pair of Century Furniture Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Armchairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Introducing a pair of elegant 1980s Century Furniture Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Armchairs. Crafted with precision and timeless style, the...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Lacquer
A Pair of Red Painted Chinoiserie Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
This enchanting pair of early 20th-century red-painted chinoiserie armchairs showcases exceptional craftsmanship and artistic detailing. Hand-painted scenic panels depict idyllic lan...
Category
1920s Unknown Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
19th Century Chinese Moon Gazing Lounge chair
Located in Linkebeek, BE
19th Century Chinese Moon Gazing Lounge chair
Chinese Moon Gazing Chair
Measures : 55x90cm H:69cm SH:32cm
Minor Structural Damages : Sea Pho...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Wood
19th Century Oriental carved hall bench
Located in Brighton, Sussex
This spectacular 19th Century hand carved oriental hall bench, with wonderful classical chrysanthemums, scrolling foliage, and mythical dragons.
Batch 75 62029.
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Softwood
Pair of 20th Century French Chinoiserie Chairs
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Pair of 20th Century French Chinoiserie chairs.
Circa 1900.
Category
Early 20th Century French Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Chinese Porcelain Garden Seat
Located in Queens, NY
Asian Chinese style blue & white glazed porcelain garden seat of hexagonal section decorated with peonies & flowering vines (19th/20th Cent)(simi...
Category
20th Century Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Antique Chinoiserie Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of antique Chinoiserie chairs, probably French, 19th century. They retain their wonderful deep orange color with hand painted decoration.
Category
19th Century French Antique Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
1980s Vintage Wallis Simpson Lounge Chair by Jay Spectre
Located in Hartville, OH
Spectacular Wallis Simpson" Lounge Chair by Jay Spectre For Century Furniture.
Fresh from the upholstery artisans and wrapped in a decadent Kravet cut velvet this is a stunner in pe...
Category
1980s American Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Lacquer
Michael Taylor for Baker Far East Lounge Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Low Slung Asian Influenced Lounge Chairs, designed by Michael Taylor for Baker's Far East Line, American, circa 1960s. They have been recently reupholstered and are ready to ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Metal
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 Seating
Materials
Softwood
Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Gold Painted Metal Chairs Rolling Style Phyllis Morris
Located in Topeka, KS
Stunning vintage Chinoiserie or Hollywood Regency faux bamboo gold painted metal rolling chairs on black casters with burgundy seats in the style o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Metal
Victorian Chinoiserie era Molded Plaster Chaise Percée Commode Chair
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This late 19th century "throne" is a fine example of elegant furniture making meeting functional necessity. Known as a "Chaise Percée" this type of furniture was common until the advent of widespread indoor plumbing at the beginning of 20th century. Economic level would dictate extravagance of design and this artful chair...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Gesso, Upholstery, Oak
Vintage Chinoiserie Pagoda Figural Carved Mahogany Fireside Parlor Lounge Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie Pagoda Figural Carved Mahogany Fireside Parlor Lounge Chairs - Pair. Circa Early to Mid 20th Century. 43" H x 27" W x 28" D x 19" Sea...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Chinoiserie seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Chinoiserie 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, asian art and furniture, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinoiserie seating made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Century Furniture, Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor, and Ficks Reed. 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 $180 and tops out at $42,500 while the average work can sell for $2,526.
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