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Chinoiserie Tables

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
Round bamboo table with decorations, Asian art.
Located in Milano, IT
Round bamboo table with decorations, Asian art. Bamboo table with two round shelves with decorations. The first shelf depicts an ox and a naturalistic landscape, the second a heron ...
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1940s Asian Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

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Bamboo

Chinese Pedestal with Marble Top
Located in Miami, FL
Chinese pedestal carved in tropical wood with very elegant marble-top.          
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1910s Asian Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Breccia Marble

Vintage chinoiserie Rattan Nesting Tables, circa 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
A set of three vintage chinoiserie Rattan nesting tables. circa 1960s. Feature a tiger bamboo and rattan frame and black laminated top with floral ...
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1960s American Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Chinese Coffee Side Table
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage Chinese coffee side table Antique Asian table in a richly grained rosewood with giant arm stretcher supports.
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Mid-20th Century Asian Chinoiserie Tables

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Rosewood

Lacquered Chinoiserie Bamboo Occasional Table
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Lacquered Chinoiserie Bamboo Occasional Table This is a late 19th century piece, the table has 2 tiers, the upper tier has a marquetry borde...
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1890s Antique Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Bamboo

Antique Jennens & Bettridge Chinoiserie Black & Gold Cocktail Tray Table
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Jennens & Bettridge Chinoiserie Black & Gold Cocktail Tray Table.
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1860s British Antique Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood

20th Century Round Chinoiserie Carved Mahogany Plant Stand Sculpture Pedestal
Located in Dayton, OH
Mahogany carved Chinoiserie fern stand, circa last quarter 20th century. Features a solid wood construction with long contoured legs, pierced fretwork, a lower geometric shelf and sc...
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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Hekman Chinoiserie Burl Top Faux Bamboo Oval Coffee Table
Located in Harlingen, TX
A vintage Hollywood Regency faux bamboo coffee or cocktail table by Hekman Furniture of the 1970's Bambu Regency collection. It features an oval patchwork burl wood top surface with ...
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Faux Bamboo, Wood, Burl

Antique Chinese Style Lacquered Chinoiserie Nest of Tables
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and very well made antique Chinese style lacquered chinoiserie nest of tables. They were most likely made in England, they date from around the 1970-80’s. The quality is...
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1970s British Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Thomasville Embassy Chinoiserie Asian Modern Expanding Dining Table
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Vintage Thomasville Embassy expanding dining table. The table is 68″ long without leaves, allowing it to host six guests even at it’s most compact ...
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1980s American Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Kindel Furniture Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Painted Cherry Wood Coffee Table
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie or Chinese Chippendale style coffee or cocktail table By Kindel Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Beautiful carved cherry wood, with hand painte...
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1980s American Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

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Cherry, Paint

Chinese End Table Nightstand Cabinet Vinyl Wrapped
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Come see us at our 9000 sq ft Palm Beach Home Furnishings Inc showroom in West Palm Beach FL 33461 We...
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1980s Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Walnut Extension Dining Table
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie extension dining table By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1970s Gorgeous book-matched inlaid walnut top, with solid waln...
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1970s American Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Walnut

Faux Bamboo Red Lacquer Chinoiserie Tray Table
Located in Norwood, NJ
Red lacquer and gilt decoration with florals, birds and butterflies. Faux bamboo legs and cross stretcher. Removable tray top with felt interior. This tastefully designed tray table ...
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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Vintage Red Chinoiserie Tray Top Faux Bamboo Coffee Cocktail Table
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Vintage Red Chinoiserie Tray Top Faux Bamboo Coffee Cocktail Table
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Mid-20th Century French Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood

Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Garden Stool
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Chinoiserie blue and white porcelain garden stool, plant stand, or small side table featuring a floral pattern. USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 11"W x 11"D x 15.5"H Ve...
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Tables

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Porcelain

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Hand-Painted Red Chest on Stand
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie chest on stand or occasional side table By Drexel Heritage USA, Late 20th Century Red lacquered mahogany, with carved mahogany base, and h...
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Brass

Chinoiserie Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo and Etched Brass Occasional Side Table
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Chinoiserie Hollywood Regency style tea table or occasional side table In the manner of Henredon USA, Circa 1960s Bamboo form carved walnut, with etched brass top depic...
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1960s American Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage Mahogany And Ebonized Chinoiserie Decorated Sofa Table C1950
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Ask About Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Reliable Professional Service & Fully Insured*** Drexel Heritage Mahogany and Ebonized Sofa Table with Gilt Chinoiserie Decoration Rais...
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Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique French Bronze Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Tiered Side Table
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique French Bronze Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Tiered Side Table
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1920s French Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Bronze

Wonderful Maison Bagues Round Chinoiserie Red Lacquer Bamboo Bronze Coffee Table
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Maison Bagues Style Round Chinoiserie Hand Painted Red Lacquer Faux Bamboo Bronze Coffee Table
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20th Century Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Hand Painted/Black Lacquered and Brass Secretary Desk
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Immerse yourself in the beauty of traditional Chinese craftsmanship with this Hand Painted/Black Lacquered and Brass Secretary Desk. Featuring intricate hand-painted scenes on a rich...
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20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Brass

Chinoiserie Hand Painted Side Table by Drexel Heritage
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Discover the artistry of the Chinoiserie Hand Painted Side Table by Drexel Heritage. This exquisite table features traditional Asian motifs in detailed hand-painted designs, embodyin...
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20th Century American Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Chinese Ceramic Table Set
Located in Sint-Niklaas, VOV
Absolute marvelous Chinese Ceramic Table Set in very good condition. Set contains 1 table and 4 stools, all in bleu and red dragon figures. 1 stool has a little chip, as you can se...
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1960s Asian Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Chinoiserie Black Lacqured Pedestal Table with Gold Trim
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An elegant black lacquered pedestal table with gold trim - to display an “objet d’art” or to use as an elegant plant stand.
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage Chinese Elmwood Carved Game Table or Dining Table
Located in Elkton, MD
Chinese Elmwood carved dining table with banded and pinned top, and round legs.
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood

Chinese Chippendale Style Console Table w/ Lacquered Chinoiserie Decoration
Located in Norwalk, CT
Wonderful attention to detail makes this console outstanding, from finely hand painted decoration, carved fretwork, incised greek key border to classic Chinese Chippendale form. And...
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1950s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood

Chinoiserie Cooper Finished Metal With Inlayed Glass Top Coffee Table
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Delve into the world of Chinoiserie elegance with this exquisite coffee table, featuring a copper-finished metal frame adorned with intricate designs and an inlayed glass top. This p...
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1980s Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Metal

Chinoiserie Ebonized Council Writing Desk
Located in New York, NY
Chinoiserie Ebonized Council Writing Desk, circa 20th century, mahogany, label to inside "Solid Mahogany Colonial MFG Co.". 32.75" H x 19.25" W x 22" D.
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20th Century Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Milo Baughman style Burlwood, Brass and Glass Coffee Table
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Vintage 1970s burlwood and glass coffee table with brass accents. Smoked, beveled glass, lifts out. Stunning use of burlwood accents. In the style of Milo Baughman or Mastercraft. ...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Black Lacquered Japanned Nesting Tables, Set of 3
Located in Plainview, NY
Early 20th century chinoiserie black lacquered Japanned nesting tables, set of 3 A classy set of three early 20th century chinoiserie decorated japanned nesting tables. Each Table i...
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Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Drexel Heritage Chinoiserie Console Table, Drawer and Glass Top
Located in Miami, FL
Drexel Heritage Chinoiserie Console Table, Drawer and Glass Top Offered for sale is a Drexel Heritage console table with black lacquered painte...
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Brass

Chinese Red Lacquered Secretary Desk
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Experience the allure of the Red Lacquered Chinese Secretary Desk. Meticulously crafted with vibrant red lacquer, this desk showcases intricate gold de...
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20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Pair of Chinese Polychrome Decorated Porcelain Garden Seats
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Pair of Chinese polychrome decorated porcelain garden seats, late 20th century.
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Chinese Cream Lacquered and Hand Painted Console Table
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Embrace classic elegance with the Chinese Cream Lacquered and Hand Painted Console Table. Its intricate traditional motifs and soft cream finish add asian charm and sophistication to...
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20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Chinoiserie Ming Style Wooden Side Tables - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Discover the timeless elegance of a pair of Chinoiserie Ming Style Wooden Side Tables, reflecting an East meets West aesthetic with intricate Chinoiserie motifs, inspired by traditional Chinese Ming...
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20th Century Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Asian Wooden Inlayed Asian Prayer Table
Located in Delray Beach, FL
The Vintage Asian Wooden Inlaid Prayer Table is a stunning display of traditional Asian craftsmanship. Featuring intricate wooden inlays with delicate foliage designs, it reflects th...
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20th Century Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood

Chinoiserie Black Lacquered and Burl Wood Glass Top Side Tables - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate your interior with these Chinoiserie Black Lacquered and Burl Wood Glass Top Side Tables. These tables blend Eastern aesthetics with modern design, featuring intricate burl w...
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20th Century American Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Glass

Chinese Chinoiserie Demilune Table
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Demilune Console Table with hand-painted Asian scenes including trees, foliage, flowers and Chinese characters. Colors include black, green and red. ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood

Heavily Carved Chinoiserie Oval Coffee Cocktail Table with Inset Glass Top
Located in Miami, FL
Heavily Carved Chinoiserie Oval Coffee/Cocktail Table with Inset Glass Top Offered for sale is a heavily carved chinoiserie oval coffee/cocktail table with an inset glass top and s...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood, Glass

Chinese Red Chinoiserie Demilune Console Table
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th century Chinese red chinoiserie demilune console table with hand-painted Asian scenes of trees, houses and Chinese characters in olive and black on red colors. Legs and top are ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood

Chinoiserie Console Table Altar Hand Painted
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 Chinoiserie Sofa Altar ...
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1960s Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Smoked Glass, Wood

Vintage Chinoiserie Black Chinese Painted Red Leather Top Kneehole Writing Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie Black Chinese Painted Red Leather Top Kneehole Writing Desk. item features 7 drawers, red tooled leather top, hand painted scenes and details on all sides includi...
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Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Lacquered Chinoiserie Side Table
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning antique lacquered chinoiserie side table. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1880-1900 period. It is of extremely fine quality, with gorgeous ...
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1880s British Antique Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Baker Furniture Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Lacquered Bamboo Top Console Table
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie style two-tier console table or sofa table By Baker Furniture, "Milling Road" Collection USA, Late 20th Century Beautiful deep brown crack...
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Wood, Lacquer

Antique Regency Chinoiserie Black Lacquered Nesting Tables with Carved Dragons
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Chinoiserie or Regency style set of three scalloped edge nesting tables with imperial dragon feet England, Circa mid 19th century Black lacquered japanned hand carved wo...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

1980's Brass Plated Asian Bamboo Style Plant Stand
Located in Charlotte, NC
An Asian style plant stand, unbranded. Solid wood core to drum-shaped upper portion with plated brass & black enamel, brass accent hardware, lower portion with bamboo styling in a la...
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Late 20th Century Asian Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Lacquered Chinoiserie Coffee Table
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning antique lacquered chinoiserie coffee table. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1920’s. It is of extremely fine quality, with gorgeous lacquere...
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1920s British Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood

Asian Carved Dragon Console Altar Table
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Asian console table features hand carved images of dragons along the frieze and decorative carved legs. Stands 38" to the table surface. Ornate Chinese detailing with a beautiful fin...
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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood

Alfred Library Table
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
We love the stance of the hand-turned legs, a charmingly shaped apron, hand-painted gold leaf Chinoiserie details that tell a story, and the stunning hand-polished finish. The Alfred...
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2010s American Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Gold Leaf

Asian Hand Carved Nesting or Stacking Tables
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Set of four Asian carved wood nesting tables or stacking tables feature hand carved friezes with a bird and flower motif. Good condition with minor imperfections to the newly lacquer...
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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Italian Bamboo Tripod Display Pedestal Plant Stand circa 1950
Located in Pearland, TX
A stylish vintage Italian bamboo display plant stand or tall side table, circa 1950. Original "Created in Italy for Rosenthal Netter" label on underside. It has a fabulous design wit...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Bamboo

English Bamboo Tray Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage English bamboo and chinoiserie decorated tray table. Circa 1960. A timeless and classic touch for a fine interior.
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1960s Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Bamboo

English Chinoiserie Black and Gold Console Tables with White Marble Tops, a Pair
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English Chinoiserie black and gold console tables from the 19th century with white marble tops. Embrace the exquisite fusion of ...
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19th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Tables

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Marble

Antique Bamboo Occasional Table
Located in London, London
Occasional table Bamboo Japanned top, unfortunately not in the best state Geometric inlay 19th Century
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Late 19th Century British Antique Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Bamboo

Oriental Red Lacquered Writing Table or Side Table
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Side Table or
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19th Century Antique Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Lacquer

1970s Asian Modern White Bleached Oak Coffee Table Oval Glass Top Chinoiserie
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern oval white bleached oak wood coffee table with faux bamboo design and oval inserted Glass Top. Glass measures: 25 x 39 inches. Lovely 1970s chinoiserie inspired As...
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Tables

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Oak, Glass

Antique Asian Buddhist Alter as Narrow Hall Table or Console or Sofa Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Early turn of the century alter table from a south Asian Temple. Heavy solid wood with nice heavy patina in a warm dark brown color. Sure to be an interesting highlight in your space.
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1890s Thai Antique Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood

Chinoiserie tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Chinoiserie tables 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 tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, asian art and furniture, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinoiserie tables made in a specific country, there are Asia, Europe, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original tables, popular names associated with this style include Baker Furniture Company, Century Furniture, Henredon, and Drexel. 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 tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $250 and tops out at $110,000 while the average work can sell for $2,181.

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