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
Red & Gilt & Painted Chinoiserie Armchair
Located in Huntington, NY
Rouge & Gilt painted chinoiserie Armchair with caned seat
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Oak
Set of Four Mid Century Charcoal Gray Leather Chinoisserie Dining Chairs
Located in Lomita, CA
This is a set of vintage dining chairs from the 1940s, re-imagined in charcoal gray leather seats and re-painted in their original black lacquer color with gold character preserved on the chair back. The chairs feature design details like small carved Chinese symbols near the bottom of the legs. These chairs have a lovely, market-tempting appeal even though they are from mid century.
The set of four Chinese-style black lacquer and gilt dining chairs
includes one armchair and three side chairs, all with black lacquer frames embellished with a stylized gilt medallion in the crests, squared backs, inset upholstered seats, all raised on square legs joined by carved double box stretchers.
Armchair 39 1/2 inches tall, 20 inches wide, 18 1/2 inches deep
Side chair 3 1/2 inches tall, 18 1/2 inches wide, 17 5/8 inches deep
Condition: one side chair...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Leather
Rosewood Dining Chairs 1960s Asian Ming Chinoiserie
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Category
1960s Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Satin, Rosewood, Cotton
Vintage Chinoiserie Style Red Lacquered Rattan Armchair with Upholstered Seat
By McGuire
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Chinoiserie Style Red Lacquered Rattan Armchair with Upholstered Seat
Offered for sale is a chinoiserie style red lacquered tall rattan armchair with a removeable upholstere...
Category
20th Century Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Metal
19th Century Ornate Walnut Floral Chinoiserie Style Desk Chair
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 19th Century with this exquisite hand carved wood chair. The ultra rare chair exudes an air of luxury and refinement. Outstandi...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Natural Large Bamboo Asian Dining Chairs 4
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous Mid to Late 20th Century Chinoiserie natural large diameter bamboo Asian dining chairs, a set of 4. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that they are vintage and not new so...
Category
20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Bamboo
Vintage Chinese Oriental Ming Style Mahogany Pagoda Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinese Oriental Ming Style Mahogany Pagoda Dining Chairs - Set of 6. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: (2) Armchairs: 43.5" H x 20" W x 26" D x 17" Seat height. (4) Sid...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Mahogany
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...
Category
1960s Southeast Asian Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Textile, Wood, Paint
Pair of Gilt Bamboo Style Diminutive Children’s Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
Unusual pair of diminutive gilt metal bamboo children’s chairs. Burnished gold gilt finish with red undertones. Unusual small size was designed as a children's chair. Small size woul...
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Metal
Early 19Th C. Pair Chinese Tortoiseshell Bamboo Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Just arrived this exceptional pair of Early 19Th C. Chinese dark Tortoiseshell Bamboo Armchairs.
These chairs have been well taken car off through the years.
Very good quality and c...
Category
1820s Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Bamboo
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 Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo
Vintage Oriental Chinese Carved Wood Throne Lounge Chairs w/ Pearl Inlay - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Oriental Chinese Carved Wood Throne Lounge Chairs w/ Pearl Inlay - a Pair. Item features heavy solid wood construction, nicely carved detail...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Fabric, 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 Seating
Materials
Rosewood
A pair of Early 21st Century Three Legs Chinoiserie inspired Lounge Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
A Pair of Early 21st Century Lounge Three Leg Chairs by Westlake Furniture Chicago. Dated year 2000
Feature a Chinoiserie inspired style with tree leg...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair Antique Italian Red & Gold Painted Chinoiserie Style Side Chairs Circa 1890
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair Antique Italian Red & Gold Painted Chinoiserie Style Side Chairs, Circa 1890's.
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Expertly Reupholstered Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Chairs by Century Furniture
Located in Hartville, OH
A rich, decadent black lacquered finish wraps these beautiful chairs by Century Furniture in the style of James Mont. freshly upholstered with new everything and finished with a spec...
Category
1970s American Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Brass
Vintage Chinoiserie Yoke Back Scholar Chair
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Chinese Yoke back scholar chair. Classic style with cane seat. Wonderful coloring and lines.
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Cane, Elm
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 ...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Chinoiserie Hand Carved Rosewood Rolling Desk Chair Bangkok Thailand
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous Chinoiserie hand carved Rosewood rolling desk chair from Bangkok, Thailand. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
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 Seating
Materials
Walnut
Century Chair Co James Mont Style Horseshoe Ming Lounge Chairs (B) - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Century Chair Co James Mont Style Horseshoe Ming Lounge Chairs (B) - a Pair. Circa Mid 20th Century. 30" H x 30" W x 27" D x 17" Seat hei...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
21st C. Elegant Kidney Shaped Bench with Vibrant Botanical Toile Upholstery
Located in Morristown, NJ
21st C. A beautifully crafted kidney-shaped bench with a vintage-inspired design. The seat is upholstered in a vibrant fabric that combines a traditional Toile de Jouy scene in blue ...
Category
2010s American Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
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 Seating
Materials
Marble
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 Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Lacquer
Vintage Regency Carved Faux Bois Fauteuil in Quadrille “China Seas” - A Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Introducing a captivating pair of Vintage Regency Carved Faux Bois Fauteuils, exquisitely upholstered in the iconic Quadrille "China Seas" fabric. These armchairs are a testament to sophisticated craftsmanship, featuring beautifully rendered faux bois carvings that mimic the organic elegance of wood branches. Their unique design and refined silhouettes offer a touch of timeless charm, making them a perfect addition to a variety of interior spaces. Whether placed in a living room as accent chairs, in a bedroom as chic seating, or in an office for a touch of classic style, these designer fauteuils provide both exceptional comfort and unparalleled aesthetic appeal, elevating your decor with their distinctive presence and high-quality upholstery.
This stunning pair is in great vintage condition, showing only minor scuffs and blemishes appropriate to their age and use, which add to their authentic character. The dimensions are approximately 23.5" in width, with a seat depth of 17", a back height of 40", and a seat height of 19". These versatile chairs seamlessly complement styles ranging from classic and Hollywood Regency to Chinoiserie and transitional interiors. Don't miss the opportunity to own this unique pair of vintage designer chairs...
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
A Set of Four Red Painted Chinoiserie Stools
Located in New York, NY
This enchanting set of four early 20th-century red-painted chinoiserie stools showcases exceptional craftsmanship and artistic detailing. Hand-painted scenic panels depict idyllic pa...
Category
1920s Unknown Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1970s Vintage Black lacquered Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Chair
Located in Hartville, OH
Beautiful black lacquer chinoiserie desk chair fresh from the upholstery artisans. Wrapped in a Kravet cut velvet with a removable seat cushion....
Category
1970s American Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Lacquer
Antique 19th Century Swat Valley Charpoi Bench
Located in Pasadena, TX
19th century Swat Valley bench with carved back in geometric patterns, large front legs with carved finials, and a woven seat.
Measures: Width: 104”( he...
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Wood
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 Seating
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Wood, Giltwood, Lacquer
Pair of High Back Decorator Chairs
By James Mont
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of unusual decorator chairs with a high back and handle on the top.
Category
1950s American Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Hand-Carved Thai Oriental Teak Wood Dining Chairs with Dancing Female, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of hand carved Thai oriental teak wood dining chairs with dancing female. Listing includes ornately carved throughout, dancing Thai woman to backrest, carved paw feet, finely ca...
Category
Late 20th Century Thai Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Wood, Teak
1960s Chinoiserie Ming Style Wood Tufted Bench Coffee Table
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, bench or coffee table you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful bench is stat...
Category
1960s Asian Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
Refinished Mid-Century Yellow Asian Footstool
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Gorgeous small refinished vintage Asian footstool with scroll legs and gold/orange fabric with accent black velvet piping
this stool is the...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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 Seating
Materials
Cotton, Rosewood
1960s Asian Chinoiserie Scholar Splat Back and Larsen Cushions Armchairs – Set
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a set of vintage chairs from the 1960s. This pair has a graceful and elegant appearance, reflecting the artistic sensibilities often found in Asian furniture. One distinctive feature is their splat back design, a solid vertical panel positioned between the backrest and the canned seat, providing both support and visual interest. The stretcher base ensures stability and sturdiness, with horizontal support bars elegantly connecting to the chair's legs, promising durability, and longevity. The chairs' most captivating aspect lies in their luxurious cushions made with Larsen Fabric. Highly sought after in interior design and home furnishings, Larsen textiles...
Category
1960s American Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
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 Seating
Materials
Wood
Pair of Stools Floral Contemporary Hand Embroidered White Gold Gilded Wood Base
Located in Hamburg, DE
One pair of stools, contemporary floral design, hand embroidery beading and threadwork in color light silver and light gold on hand woven silk bruno triplet #68 color white gold, uph...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Silk, Wood
Four Painted Faux Bamboo Wrought Iron Garden Dining Chairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
The chinoiserie style faux bamboo dining chairs are made of wrought iron painted white and have seats upholstered in purple outdoor fabric. The set is suitable for indoor or outdoor ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Seating
Lacquered Stylized Ball & Claw Armchair, Carved Chinoiserie Details
Located in Miami, FL
Lacquered Stylized Ball & Claw Armchair, Carved Chinoiserie Details
Offered for sale is a vintage carved wooden ball & claw leg armchair that has been lacquered in orange. The chair...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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 Seating
Materials
Stone, Brass
Pair of Vintage Modern Ming Horseshoe Chairs with Geometric Cushions
Located in Palm Springs, CA
These custom ordered chairs came from a high-end country club estate in Indian Wells California. The entire estate was designed by Sally Sirkin Lewis. We are not sure of the designer or maker of these chairs but they were certainly used to be mixed in a very contemporary modern setting.
Known as “Quanyi” or “Horseshoe Chairs”, They are also known as “Ming “Dynasty” chairs...
Category
1970s Asian Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
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 Seating
Materials
Silk, Wood
Baker Furniture Mid-Century Chinoiserie Ottoman Pouf
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Midcentury, chinoiserie ottoman pouf by Baker Furniture features a cherry base with a detached upholstered seat and matching base top in paid grosgrain or silk Material.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
1930 Chinese Armchair Sculpted and Gold-Plated with Goblin
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
1930 Chinese armchair sculpted and gold-plated with goblin.
Category
1930s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Seating
Late 20th Century Vintage Chinoiserie Official’s Hat Chairs, a Pair
Located in Hartville, OH
A brilliant pair chinoiserie officials arm chairs. Gorgeous hand painted details cover ever inch of the surface of these beautiful chairs. Excellent Vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century East Asian Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Wood
Set of 6 Chinoiseries chairs At Cost Price
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Exceptional set of 6 chairs "Chinoiserie" in lacquered wood.
France, Late 18th Century.
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique Chinoiserie Seating
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
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 Seating
Materials
Wood
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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