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Chinese Chippendale Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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
Chippendale Style Gold Tray Table W/ Black Faux Bamboo Base Att. Kittinger
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a large scale Chinese Chippendale style coffee table in the manner of Kittinger. The top is gold, and the back is a black lacquer faux bamboo. It is unmarked. My shipping is...
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Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Coffee Table Bronze Base Flying Horse of Gansu, Han Dynasty by Maison Charles
Located in Andernach, DE
Very large & impressive square/octagonal coffee table featuring four ''flying horse of Gansu'' horses from solid patinated bronze. The table top is octagonal and made from beveled glass. The lower glass plate is square, sitting on – and being, held by the 4 horses...
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1970s French Vintage Chinese Chippendale Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal, Bronze

Fine Ebonized Faux Bamboo Form Oval Cocktail Table By Hickory Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A very well made and highly decorative Faux Bamboo Cocktail Table made by Hickory Chair. Raised on 8 legs, in four ends, with an X form stretcher. The oval table with faux bamboo for...
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20th Century Chinese Chippendale Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Oriental Deeply Carved Low Table, Coffee Table
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Oriental deeply carved low table, coffee table This is a very attractive piece, the table is in the style of an opium table, it has a two tone lacquer f...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Lacquer

Fine Quality Baker Furniture Brass Tray Top Faux Bamboo Coffee Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a very rare and hard to find Baker Furniture company coffee table in faux bamboo and with a removable glass and brass tray top. The table is practically an iconic design and ...
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1960s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

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 Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Pine

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 Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Mahogany

Mid 20th Century Maitland Smith Chinese Chippendale Square Coffee table
Located in Bradenton, FL
Large Maitland Smith mid-20th century Chinese Chippendale style square coffee table. Table has gold tooled leather inserts on top on beautifully carved and scrolled wood frame. Made ...
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Mid-20th Century Philippine Chinese Chippendale Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Leather, Wood

Large 4' Square Burl Wood Top Massive Legs Oriental Chinese Coffee Center Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large 4' Square Burl Wood Top Massive Legs Oriental Chinese Coffee Center Table MINT!
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20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Burl

Faux Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Cocktail Table
Located in Pasadena, TX
Faux bamboo Chinese Chippendale cocktail table Unique wrought iron, brass and ash Chinese Chippendale coffee table. Finished in a pa...
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Late 20th Century North American Chinese Chippendale Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Ash

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 Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Hardwood

Chippendale Style Butler’s Tray Coffee Table with Scalloped Gallery
Located in Louisville, KY
Classically designed for a diverse décor palette, this Councill Craftsman Chippendale Style Butler’s Tray Coffee Table has a beautiful scalloped gallery with butler tray handle openi...
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Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Mahogany

Chinese Chippendale Style Banded Mahogany 28x28" Square Side End Table MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Chinese Chippendale Style Banded Mahogany 28x28" Square Side End Table MINT
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20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Burl, Mahogany

Table Faux Bamboo Chippendale Chinoiserie and Brass Hollywood Regency
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
If you are interested, but have any questions about this article, please contact me and I will be happy to answer your questions as soon as possible If you are interested, you can m...
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Mid-20th Century English Chinese Chippendale Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Baker Furniture Company Faux Bamboo Brass and Glass Tray Top Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is an unlabled but most certainly Baker tray top Faux Bamboo cocktail coffee table. The coffee table is an absolute classic and in good condition. Measures 44 wide x 17 tall x 3...
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1960s American Vintage Chinese Chippendale Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Square Solid Teak Chinese 19th Century Occasional Coffee Lamp Side Table Patina
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Square Solid Teak Chinese 19th Century Occasional Coffee Lamp Side Table Patina.
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chippendale Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

LOVELY VINTAGE SOLID HARDWOOD CHiNESE COFFEE TABLE ON HOOF FEET
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
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 Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Hardwood

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Located in Dorchester, MA
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Classic Baker Oval Tray Brass and Glass Coffee Table with Faux Bamboo Base
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Maison Charles France Coffee Table Chrome Brass Mid Century Hollywood Regancy
Located in Berlin, BE
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Maitland-Smith Regency Faux Bamboo Base Leather and Wicker Tray Top Coffee Table
Located in Germantown, MD
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Maison Charles Lacquer Sunburst Pattern Coffee Table
Located in Kingston, NY
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Located in Toronto, CA
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Maitland-Smith Chippendale Style Coffee Table With Fretwork And Rattan Base
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Mid 20th Century Painted Glass Top Coffee Table
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Antique Distressed English Country Chippendale Style Square Tall Coffee Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
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Located in South Bend, IN
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Handsome Cerused Wood Asian Style Cocktail Table
Located in Hopewell, NJ
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Chinese Chippendale coffee and cocktail tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Chinese Chippendale coffee and cocktail tables for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage coffee and cocktail tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinese Chippendale coffee and cocktail tables made in a specific country, there are Asia, North America, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original coffee and cocktail tables, popular names associated with this style include and Maitland Smith. 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 coffee and cocktail tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $975 and tops out at $3,200 while the average work can sell for $1,858.

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