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Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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.

Find antique Chinese Chippendale dining room chairs, side tables, case pieces and other furniture and decor on 1stDibs.

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Style: Chinese Chippendale
Early 20th-C. English Chinese Chippendale Style Carved Mahogany Settee / Bench
Located in Kennesaw, GA
Such a beautiful back! This is an early English Chinese Chippendale style mahogany settee. The carving is amazing! The vintage striped upholstery i...
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Early 20th Century English Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Figural Chinese Chippendale Parclose Giltwood Wall Mirror with Phoenix 20th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
A figural parclose Chinese Chippendale wall mirror offers giltwood construction with phoenix finial over stylized scroll and foliate frame housing beveled mirror plates, 20th century...
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20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Chinese Chippendale Style Bar Cart
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Chinoiserie bar cart with two mirrored shelves. Finished in a Chinese red lacquer. Beautiful fretwork design on all four sides. A very uni...
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20th Century Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Well-Carved English Chippendale Style Gilt-Wood Mirror with Bold Crest
Located in San Francisco, CA
The exuberantly carved pagoda crest surrounded by lively acanthus leaves, c-scrolls and grotto motifs cascading down to an openwork frame.
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Late 19th Century English Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

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 ...
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1770s English Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Suede, Mahogany

Mid-19th Century Oriental Chinese Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
The Older Antique Chinese Rugs, as opposed to most other productions of Chinese goods, were woven almost exclusively for internal consumption. Since ...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Chinese Chippendale Giltwood Mirror
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A silver giltwood mirror in the chinsoiserie or Chinese Chippendale manner with a stylized pagoda top.
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1960s Italian Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Giltwood

A fine 19th c Chinese Chippendale mahogany carved viewing vitrine
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine 19th century Chinese Chippendale mahogany hand carved viewing cabinet
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Monumental Pair of Vintage Bone Inlayed Chinese Pagoda Temples
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A beautiful pair of monumental vintage bone inlay Chinese pagoda temples with miniature figurines. This super chic pair is a beautiful addition to any roo...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Bone

Rare Antique 18th Century Chinese Chippendale Mahogany Four Post Tester Bed
Located in Dayton, OH
An Exceedingly Rare 18th century Chinese Chippendale Queen Size Tester Bed. The bed was showcased in the 1960s film From The Terrace with...
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18th Century Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Mahogany

19th Century Antique Art Deco Chinese rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
The Older Antique Chinese Rugs, as opposed to most other productions of Chinese goods, were woven almost exclusively for internal consumption. Since ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Wool, Cotton

19th Century Antique Dragon Art Deco Chinese Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
The Older Antique Chinese Rugs, as opposed to most other productions of Chinese goods, were woven almost exclusively for internal consumption. Since ...
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wool, Cotton

19th Century Antique Art Deco Chinese Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
The Older Antique Chinese Rugs, as opposed to most other productions of Chinese goods, were woven almost exclusively for internal consumption. Since they were mostly sheltered from E...
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Art Deco Chinese Rug Circa 1900
Located in Los Angeles, US
The Older Antique Chinese Rugs, as opposed to most other productions of Chinese goods, were woven almost exclusively for internal consumption. Since ...
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Early 1900s Asian Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Wool, Cotton

Maitland-Smith Chinese Chippendale Style Mahogany Cocktail Table
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Maitland-Smith large scale Chinese Chippendale mahogany cocktail table featuring book matched flame mahogany top with cut corners, and a geometric blind fretwork apron over the heavi...
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20th Century Philippine Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Mahogany

Vintage Chinese Chippendale Carved Mahogany Pagoda Large Wall Mirror
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinese Chippendale Carved Mahogany Pagoda Large Wall Mirror. Item features a carved pagoda pediment, solid wood frame, beautiful wood grain, nicely carved details, very nice...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood

LOVELY SET OF FOUR CHiNESE HARDWOOD NEST OF TABLES ON SQUARE FEET
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely set of four Chinese hardwood nests of tables on hoof feet . This well made, simple but elegant set is a great addition to any room. The items are presented with lovely moulded tops, supported on square legs united by shaped stretchers, which are the main characteristic from this style and origin. The tables do have some light marks, as you would expect from and vintage item, but it doesn't affect the use of it. Please don't hesitate to contact me if you may need more information. Please have a closer look at the pictures because they form part of the description. Antique and vintage/used items will show signs of wear which form part of their character. All our items are cleaned thoroughly, then a coat of wax is applied to revive the leather/wood and finally hand polished. Dimensions (cm) First table...
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20th Century English Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Hardwood

LOVELY VINTAGE SOLID HARDWOOD CHiNESE COFFEE TABLE ON HOOF FEET
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Chinese rosewood coffee table on hoof feet and hand carved details around. This well made, simple but elegant coffee table is a great...
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20th Century English Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Hardwood

Dining or Cafe Base Table Bamboo Vintage France Mid-Century
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Mid Century bamboo table base Indoor or outdoor. This beautiful and functional bamboo base for a square-shaped table with Chippendale reminiscences Bamboo rattan terraze, out fur...
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Mid-20th Century French Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Bamboo

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...
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Mid-20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Glass

Vintage Italian Chinese Chippendale Style Carved Giltwood Pagoda Mirror
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Italian Chinese Chippendale Style carved giltwood pagoda mirror. Vintage Chinese Chippendale style carved gilt wood pagoda mirror. This large C...
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1960s Italian Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Giltwood

Very Rare circa 1850 Chinese Hand-Carved Serving Tray with Snake Handles & Frog
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare circa 1850 hand-carved from a single piece of timber serving tray with snake handles chasing a frog A very good looking and exqui...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Chinoiserie Lidded Ginger Jar with Bird Motif
Located in Alpharetta, GA
Handmade blue and white porcelain lidded jar with an antique finish. Inspired by the pottery of ancient Chinese empires, this jar will make a dramatic feature when displayed as a cen...
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2010s Chinese Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Ceramic

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 Furniture

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Cotton, Wood

Vtg Chinese Chippendale Flame Mahogany Triple Dresser w/ Bowed Front and Mirror
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinese Chippendale Flame Mahogany Triple Dresser with Bowed Front and Mirror. Item features a mall mirrored surface, beauti...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany

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...
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20th Century English Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Upholstery, Mahogany

English George III Giltwood Mirror Chinese Chippendale Pagoda Top
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent 19th century English George III gilt wood carved mirror featuring a subtle Chinese Chippendale style top and finial. The square frame is decorated with rocaille C scrolls and...
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19th Century English Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Glass, Giltwood

Chinese Chippendale Tea Table
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite English mahogany tea table is a stunning example of the elaborate Chinese Chippendale style. A study in symmetry and balance,...
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19th Century English Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

English Chinese Chippendale Mahogany Needlepoint Sofa, Circa 1750
By Joseph Aronson
Located in Hollywood, SC
English Chinese Chippendale mahogany sofa with carved corner fret works, serpentine back, scrolled arms, and terminating on squared legs with connecting stretchers. Mid-18th century....
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1750s English Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Rare Chippendale Style Faux Bamboo Extendable 8-10 Seater Dinning Table
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Gorgeous Chippendale Style Faux Bamboo Extendable Dining Table. A beautifully well-made and solid dining table...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

HENREDON Faux Bamboo Chinese Chippendale High Back Armless Chair
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Chinese Chippendale style side chair by Henredon. Faux bamboo frame with rattan strapping, high back, arched crestrail, decorative back rest, beige & gold color diamond pattern fab...
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Mid-20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Faux Bamboo, Wood, Rattan

Pair of Chinese Solid Mahogany & Brass Large Ice Chest Box by George Zee
Located in San Diego, CA
Great pair of Chinese Ice chests or planters by George Zee, circa 1960s solid mahogany with dovetail finish, brass handles, and decorative faux bambo...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Late 20th Century Vintage Coastal Chinese Chippendale Cabinet
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Coastal display cabinet. A chic Chinese Chippendale design in the mullions. Inset glass shelves, interior lights and mirrored back walls. Acquired from a Palm Beac...
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Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Glass

Early 20th Century Painted Faux Bamboo Chippendale Style Centre Table
Located in Hastings, GB
A very well proportioned hand painted and carved English Pine faux bamboo coffee or centre table, in the chippendale style, dating to circa 1920. With carved bamboo ridges, overpaint...
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1920s English Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Pine

Chinese Chippendale Style Carved Mahogany Etagere - A Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
This is a very nicely carved pair of Chinese Chippendale style carved mahogany etagere or bookcase. Carved all around with fretwork running down the frame. Three of the shelves are f...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Chinese Chippendale Mahogany Silver Table
Located in Dublin 8, IE
18th Century Chinese Chippendale mahogany silver table with gadrooned moulding to the top edge, open fretwork frieze on all four sides and ...
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18th Century English Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

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 Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, 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 Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Bamboo, Paint

English Chinese Chippendale Style Bamboo Secretary with Slanted Lift-Top Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English Chinese Chippendale style tall bamboo secretary from the 19th century, with slanted lift-top writing table, doors and drawers. Created in England during the 19th century, this bamboo secretary charms us with its slender proportions and exquisite Chinese Chippendale influence. The overhanging desk opens...
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19th Century English Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Wood

Important Antique circa 1820 Thomas Chippendale Hand Carved Wingback Armchair
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare and highly collectable, early 19th century circa 1820-1840, hand carved wingback armchair with Thomas Chippendale, fretwork carved l...
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1820s English Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Chinese Chippendale Burl & Mahogany Dining Table 20th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Chinese Chippendale style dining table offers mahogany construction with burl inset top over shaped skirt and raised on bowed legs, 20...
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20th Century Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Mahogany, Burl

Antique Edwardian Chinese Chippendale Mahogany China Cabinet Etagere Curio
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique 2 piece Edwardian mirrored china, curio cabinet, or barback, circa 1900s. Top section comprised of 6 beveled mirrors and large cabinet, surmounted by carved latice canopy, pierced floral spandrels and meticulous fretwork. Tiers are linked together by quad turned columns. Includes two lower hand dovetailed serving drawers flanked by velvet lined cabinets...
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Early 1900s Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Mirror, Mahogany

Restored Early 1900s Chinese Wood and Brass Garden Planters
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Experience the timeless allure of our pair of early 1900s Chinese garden planters, skillfully restored by our in-house team of professional craftsmen. Crafted from wood and brass...
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1930s Chinese Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Brass

Kindel Chippendale Mahogany Chest of Drawers Commodes
Located in Germantown, MD
Beautiful Kindel furniture Chest of drawers commode in good vintage condition. From the 1950s. Measures 45" W x 21.25" D x 36" H W7060522E.
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Mid-20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Chinese Papier-Mache Blue and White Basket with Lid
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Chinese papier-mache vessel painted white with a blue and white floral band around the center and top, wrapped in wicker rattan weave, resting o...
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20th Century Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wicker, Lacquer

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...
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20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Naugahyde, Faux Bamboo, Wood

Asian Chippendale Pagoda Chinoiserie China Cabinet by Universal Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Universal Furniture Asian Pagoda Chippendale Style Chinoiserie China Display Cabinet (2 Piece) Featuring inside lighting, 3 glass shelves, and solid Mahogany with inlaid Ash Burl ...
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1970s Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Mahogany, Glass

19th Century Mahogany Silver Table
Located in Martlesham, GB
19th century Mahogany silver / occasional table in the Chinese Chippendale style, having a nice figured top with a decorative pierced fret gallery, the frieze below having decorative...
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1870s British Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Chinese Lacquered and Gilt Cabinet
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This cabinet is made of green lacquered wood with gilt bronze and chinese life sceenes. The inside part is made of eglomised mirrors. This is a French work, circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Wood

Zabihi Collection Burgundy Emerald Green Antique Chinese Art Deco Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Enchanting Large room size 20th-century Chinese Art Deco carpet with a spacious floral design on a Burgundy Field Measures: 9'10'' x 13'5''.
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wool

Pair Vtg Chinese Chippendale Flame Mahogany 2 Drawer Nightstands Bedside Tables
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Vintage Chinese Chippendale Flame Mahogany 2 Drawer Nightstands Bedside Tables. Item features beautiful wood grain, nicely carved ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Mahogany

Oriental Asian Hardwood Tea Table with Set of Four Seats
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Oriental Asian hardwood tea table with four seats. We have lightly restored this by cleaning it, hand ...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Hardwood

Crackle Celadon Porcelain Bud Vases, Set of 3
Located in Carson, CA
Crackle Celadon porcelain bud vases - Set of 3 Shape: Mini Vase Color: Celadon Size (inches): 7W x 7D x 11H (Each. Approximately) Total Weight...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 2 Midcentury Bedside Table Lamps in Rattan and Wicker Cane Webbing, Italy
Located in Roma, IT
A midcentury Bedside Table Lamps handcrafted in Italy between the 1950s and the 1960s. The structure of the lamps, 24 cm height, were m...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Chinese Chippendale Style Parcel Gilt Walnut Console / Sofa Table
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is a very stately Chinese Chippendale style walnut and parcel gilt console or sofa table. It’s very traditional, but the parcel gilt and Chinese Chippendale fret work give the p...
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1950s English Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Walnut

Vtg Chinese Chippendale Flame Mahogany Bowed Front Tall Chest on Chest Dresser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinese Chippendale flame mahogany bowed front tall chest on chest dresser. Item features a small mirrored surface, bowed fr...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany

Set of Six Brighton Pavilion Style Bamboo Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing set of six bamboo rattan dining armchairs made in the Brighton Pavilion style. The chairs feature an intricate Chinese chippendale open fretwork design crafted from bamboo. The horseshoe shaped frame gracefully curves down to the arms and seat. Newly upholstered fitted loose seat cushions, webbing, and dust covers. The fabric has a laurel leaf style motif over a white ground. Beautifully crafted with a desirable aged patina on the bamboo finish. Rare to find a matching set of six. Provenance: From the estate of William Bernstein...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric

Late 19thc Gilt and Paint Decorated Tansu Cabinet 8 Drawers 2 Doors
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous late 19thc Tansu cabinet with 8 drawers of various sizes behind two doors that have the lock & key. Gilt and Paint Decorated on all sides except back and bottom. Fronts of a...
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1890s Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Brass

Chinese Chippendale furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Chinese Chippendale furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinese Chippendale furniture made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and China pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Baker Furniture Company, Lane Furniture, Maitland Smith, and Brown Jordan. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $244 and tops out at $187,500 while the average work can sell for $2,624.

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