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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.

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Style: Chinese Chippendale
Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Hardwood Extending Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Magnificent carved hardwood extending dining table with two leaves. The grand table is constructed from radiant hardwoods probably elm. The table measures 101.5 inches long with two ...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Vintage Set of 6 Rattan Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs Newly Upholstered Blue
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage set of 6 rattan Chinese Chippendale dining chairs, 4 side dining chairs & 2 arm chairs. Original rattan may have some minor discolorations, marks. We've meticulously cleaned ...
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1970s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

1920s Art Deco Antique 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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1910s Chinese Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Chinese Chippendale Style Armchair, Wood Frame Caned Seat Made in Italy
Located in Barlassina, IT
Wood chair with armrests, Chinese Chippendale Style inspired. This armchair belongs to " Belloni Bamboo collection" that was one of the most appreciated and well selled collection in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wood

Vintage Baker Chinese Chippendale Mahogany Carved Square End Table
Located in Dayton, OH
A regal occasional table by Baker Furniture, Circa last quarter 20th century. Inspired by English Georgian & Chinese Chippendale styling. Features a mahogany frame with inset matchbo...
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Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Brass

Chinese Chippendale Style Faux Bamboo Stool
Located in Sheffield, MA
English Chinese Chippendale style gold painted faux bamboo stool with red silk upholstered top is from the mid 20th century. Created in England during the midcentury period, the upho...
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Mid-20th Century English Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wood

Set of Four Chinese Chippendale Style English Iron Garden Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic set of four grand English patio and garden dining armchairs crafted in the Chinese Chippendale taste. The chairs are surprisingly large and heavy constructed from iron featu...
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20th Century English Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Iron

19th century Chinese Chippendale Style Wooden Table Console, 1890s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very nice late 19th-century Chinese Chippendale-style console table featuring three generously sized drawers with metal handles. This elegant and charming lacquered console table re...
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1890s Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wood

Zabihi Collection Early 20th Century Khotan Pomegranate Full Pile Rug
Located in New York, NY
A full pile excellent condition early 20th century Khotan rug. Gray ground, red accent pomegranates throughout with a lavender multi band border, circa 1920, measures: 5'11" x 9'.
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Early 20th Century East Turkestani Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wool

Hollywood Regency Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Brass Sofa Table Made in Spain
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous 8 leg faux bamboo sofa table with a brass tray top. Black enamel with brass caps atop each leg. Stretchers cross on both bottom and top sections creating X-stretchers. Would...
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1960s Spanish Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Brass

MId 20th Century Bamboo and Rattan Bed Headboard in Chinese Chippendale style
Located in Roma, IT
A Gorgeous Chinese chippendale style double headboard in Authentic Patina; looks like it came off the set of "YOU ONLY LIVE TWICE" again starring Sean Connery as James Bond. The structure of this vintage headboard is made of thick bamboo canes cut and tied together with rattan to create a splendid geometric design typical of the British Chinoiseries. This headboard is of certain Italian production, produced between the 60s and 70s. The Style and Design of this piece recalls the products of historic Italian brands specialized in natural fibers furnishing, such as Arpex or Vivai Del Sud. Being produced in Italy, this headboard has the measurements of a standard European double bed...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

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 darved 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, Mahogany

Mid 20th Century Set of Four Chinese Hong-Mu Nest of Tables for George Zee & CO.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful set of four vintage Chinese rosewood nesting side tables for George Zee and Co. ( the smallest one has the label in the bottom, shown in the picture). They are originally from the mid-20th century with dark reddish...
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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

Tall Chinese Chippendale Wingback Arm Chair
Located in Stamford, CT
A statement piece wood fretwork Chinese Chippendale chair painted in Chinese red with caned seat. In very good condition.
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1960s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Chinese Chippendale Mahogany Dressing Table With Mirror & Bench c1940
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Chinese Chippendale dressing set offers mahogany construction with dressing table, upholstered bench and wall mirror, c1940 Measures: Table 30.25''H x 49.5''W x 20''D; M...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany

Vintage Coastal Chinese Chippendale Bamboo Dining Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your dining space with these exquisite vintage Chinese Chippendale bamboo dining chairs. Featuring an iconic coastal-inspired design ...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Bamboo

Ivory Lacquered Chinese Chippendale Style Console Table
Located in Southampton, NY
Ivory lacquered Chinese Chippendale style console table One Knick on side rail otherwise very good condition. Light wear to the top. ...
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20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Lacquer

Chippendale Style Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
Camel back sofa in the Chippendale style with Marlborough fluted front legs braced with the sabre rear legs through stretchers. The leather is red, supple and deeply buttoned, finish...
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1960s British Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Chinese Rug with Modern Style with Double Greek Key Border
Located in Dallas, TX
77137, vintage Chinese rug with modern style. This hand-knotted wool vintage Chinese rug with modern style features an all-over geometric pattern surrounded by a double Greek Key Mea...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wool

Metal Faux Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Five-Piece Dining Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage metal faux bamboo Hollywood Regency / Chinese Chippendale style five-piece dining set with swivel chairs. Listing features two armchairs, two side chairs, pedestal base table...
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Mid-20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Metal

Antique Chinese Peking Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78231 Antique Chinese Peking Rug, 09'04 x 11'08. Rendered in variegated shades of tan, sand, cerulean, ecru, blue, peach, rust, taupe, latte, and mocha with other accent colors. Des...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wool

English Chinese Chippendale Regency Style Giltwood Parclose Wall Mirror C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique English Chinese Chippendale parclose wall mirror in Regency style offers giltwood frame with figural phoenix crest, c1920 Measures- 46''H x 29''W x 2.5''D
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Early 20th Century English Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Carved Four-Panel Asian Style Screen Flowers Vases and Dragons
Located in Toledo, OH
Carved Asian Style wood screen depicting dragons, flowers and vases. Each set consists of 4 panels, 2 pairs as pictured, measuring 46 7/8" wide per pair. Can be taken apart to hang s...
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20th Century Unknown Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wood

Vintage Chinese Baotou Vase Pictorial Rug with Chinese Chippendale Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77587, vintage Chinese Baotou Vase Pictorial rug with Chinese Chippendale style. This hand-knotted wool vintage Chinese Baotou pictorial rug features an abrashed tan field showcasing different types of cloisonné vases sprouting with stylized florals resting on pedestals. The main border, which features repeated motifs of diamonds containing stylized Ruyi clouds with rosette centers, echoes the balance of geometric forms and floral touches used throughout the piece. It would be perfect for a small space, kitchen, reading nook, master bathroom, grand foyer, designer entry, study, studio, den, walk-in closet, stair landing, alcove, mudroom, entryway, bedroom, private library, private chambers, living room, front room, wine cellar, conservatory, drawing room, trophy room, game room, music room, listening room, or hotel lobby. It would also make a lovely accent next to a buffet in a dining room or behind the sofa table in the living room. Iconic in its styling, this antique Chinese Baotou rug...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wool

English Chinese Chippendale Style Faux Bamboo Stool with New Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English Chinese Chippendale style faux bamboo stool with X-Form base and new upholstery. Created in England, this stool features a rectangular upholstered seat secured with a bras...
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20th Century English Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Brass

An Exceptional Antique Chinese Chippendale Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
Located in London, GB
A fine quality mahogany bookcase in Chinese Chippendale style with overall relief floral carving, This was made in England & dates from around 1800 period. The quality is fantastic, and is extremely well built. The broken pediment top with three astragal glazed doors The base with six drawers and two cupboards. Drawer fronts with scrolling foliage and small pagodas...
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Late 18th Century European Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Fourteen Cockpen Dining Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
A custom set of fourteen mahogany Chinese Chippendale cockpen dining chairs. A mid-18th century design, carved of mahogany with saddle seats and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Black Chinese Chippendale Dining Arm Chairs
Located in Memphis, TN
A pair of black 1970's Chinese Chippendale Dining Arm Chairs with green inset seat cushions. black finish in good shape and chairs are sound and solid.
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1970s North American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wood

Set of Four Faux Bamboo Chairs and Table, c. 1970-1980
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is an unusual set of 4 Chinese Chippendale cast aluminum side chairs in the Chinese Chippendale style together with a matching cast aluminum faux bamboo table with a glass top. ...
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1970s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

A Rare Chinese Chippendale George III cabinet on stand, circa 1760. England
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A Fine and Rare George III Chinoiserie Cabinet on Stand, Circa 1760. A rare George III cabinet on stand in the Chinese Chippendale manner,...
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18th Century English Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Oak, Pine

Chinese Style Wood Mirror
Located in Mexico, Ciudad de México
This handmade wood Chinese style mirror is varnished with gold leaves and is designed to have the appearance of bamboo inspired by Chinoiserie. ...
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2010s Mexican Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wood

Vintage Asian Ceramic Tang Dynasty Style Horse
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Asian glazed ceramic horse. Done in the style of the Tang Dynasty. Beautiful glossy off white finish. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Rare & Exquisite Antique 19th Century Chinese Red Lacquer Cabinet on Stand
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite and exceptionally rare 19th century Chinese red lacquer cabinet on stand A good looking and decorative piece, this is circa 1860-18...
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1860s Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wood

Nazmiyal Collection Antique Chinese Mongolian Design Rug 3'7" x 5'10"
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Antique Chinese Mongolian Design Rug, Country of origin: China, Circa date: 1920
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Early 20th Century Mongolian Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wool

6 Chinese Chippendale Arm Chairs by Century Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
Set of 2 Chinese Chippendale dining chairs by Century Furniture Faux bamboo in an antiqued finish with neutral silk blend seat cushions. S...
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Mid-20th Century North American Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wood

Fine Pair Creme Painted Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Armchairs Circa 1960
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Usa your imagination and really let these chairs flourish! These chairs could be painted in black or red and upholstered in an animal print to make them POP! They date to the 1960s and are in good condition with minor signs of age and use. Dimensions: 31.75 inches high x 23.25 inches wide x 23 inches deep. Seat height 18 inches
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1960s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Walnut

McGuire Style Rectangle Bamboo Wood Reed Mid-Century Modern Dining Table Base
Located in Miami, FL
Fully restored Mid-Century Modern dining table base, conference table or center table in dark brown finish, styled after McGuire. Bohemian Sculptural bent Bamboo Core Framing with wa...
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1970s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Faux Bamboo, Cane, Reed, Wood

Triptych of Chinese Vase Holder in Ebonized Wood with Marble Top
Located in Milano, IT
Triptych of Chinese vase holders in ebonized wood with marble top, end of the 1800. Elegant triptych of vase holders of end of the 1800 and early 1900 Chinese. The structure of the t...
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Marble

George III Mahogany Games Table
Located in Kittery Point, ME
The rectangular hinged top with a rosette-carved edge, on a blind fretwork frieze and pierced brackets, raised on molded square legs.
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1760s English Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Iconic Vintage Chinese Chippendale Side Tables from John Widdicomb
Located in Hartville, OH
Ultra Rare Chinese Chippendale Side Table with pullouts on both sides. We have a pair, priced individually. Extremely well cared for. Hand Carving and Hand Painted.
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1970s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Lacquer

Chinese Chippendale Style Bamboo Dining Table
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive mid-century table crafted in bamboo and bent bamboo with Chinese Chippendale elements on the top, concave supports and center joining panel. Complete with a glass top.
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Mid-20th Century Philippine Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Bamboo

Paint Decorated Chinese Chippendale Bench, 1930
Located in New York, NY
A paint decorated Chinese Chippendale three seat bench with loose cushion, circa 1930.
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Early 20th Century British Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wood

Chinese Chippendale Style Bench or Loveseat with Pagoda Detail
Located in Chicago, IL
Chinese Chippendale Style Upholstered Bench with pagoda detail. Possibly 19th or 20th Century. No makers marks. Some slight marks and scuffing to frame. The upholstery on the sea...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Asian Pewter and Brass Urn Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Asian pewter and brass urn lamps. We believe they were made into lamps circa 1960s. The urns may be much earlier. They have been rewired and ar...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Brass, Pewter

Stylish Large Gilded Asian Style Mirror with Birds
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Glitzy Asian style wall mirror having fabulous bird decoration in the top corners. By Friedman Brothers
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2010s American Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Gesso, Mirror

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

Late 19thC Mahogany Chippendale Design Heart Shaped Occasional Table
Located in Altrincham, GB
Late 19thC Mahogany Chippendale Design Heart Shaped Occasional Table with galleried top, and with square tapering cluster columns united by C-scrolls to a platform stretcher with han...
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1890s English Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-century hand painted decorator chinoiserie armchairs/a pair
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a pair of mid-century vintage hand painted decorator arm chairs /side shares. These chairs feature a Chinese Chippendale lattice work to th...
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1960s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century Chinese Chippendale End Table
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A classic and simple rectangular drop leaf side table in Mahogany and Cherry. The hand carved legs and apron in a Chinese Chippendale style with two 8 inch drop leaves with a single...
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19th Century American Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Cherry, Mahogany

Ultra Rare Chinese Chippendale Black Lacquered Dining Table from Century
Located in Hartville, OH
Ultra Rare Chinese Chippendale Dining Table from Century Furniture Co. This 1970’s piece from Raymond Sobota is finished in the original black lacquer that shows off the extraordinar...
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1970s Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Glass, Lacquer

Pair of Chinese Side Tables in Mahogany, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of elegant side tables in mahogany. Great original condition.
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1960s Chinese Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Chinoiserie Tall Case Clock After Thomas Chippendale
Located in Essex, MA
Late 19th century mahogany chinoiserie tall case clock after Thomas Chippendale. Made around circa 1890-1900 in exacting detail to Thomas C...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

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

Materials

Steel

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

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

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

Round Chippendale Style Pedestal Dining Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
Wonderfully stylish round pedestal table with gold gilt edging and supporting column decorated with carved faux bamboo detailing. Paint has worn to a degree giving it wonderful patina which gives it added casual charm and elegance. Table can make a wonderful statement as center hall table, center table in an entry foyer, dining table, porch table...
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20th Century Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Black Lacquered Cane Back Lounge Chairs
Located in North York, ON
Pair of black lacquered cane back lounge chairs. Unique blend of Chinese Chippendale and Louis the XV styles. Masterfully restored in a high glo...
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1950s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Wood

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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