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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
1970s Grasscloth Dark Blue Painted Large Cocktail Table
Located in Stamford, CT
Large 1970s dark blue painted grasscloth cocktail table. Chinoiserie style cocktail table wrapped in diamond pattern grasscloth. Newly re-painted in a custom medium blue with black a...
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1970s American Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

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Grasscloth, Wood

Vintage Chinoiserie Console Table/Storage Chest
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Add a touch of elegance and functionality to your space with this wonderful vintage chinoiserie console table/storage chest. With a metal base and a wooden rectangular table top that opens up as a storage chest, it showcases a beautiful cream crackle...
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1980s American Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

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Metal

Louis XV Style Chinoiserie Desk By Baker
Located in Houston, TX
Louis XV Style chinoiserie desk by Baker. Outstanding and unusual 20th century Baker Furniture Company French Louis XV style chinoiserie desk, writing table or bureau plat. This larg...
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20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Tables

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Leather, Wood

Pair of Chinoiserie Plant Stands
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your home decor with this exquisite pair of Chinoiserie-style metal plant stands, meticulously crafted to evoke the timeless elegance of bamboo. With their slender, bamboo-like frames, these stands blend the enduring appeal of traditional Chinese art with a contemporary twist, making them a versatile addition to any home. The stands are fashioned from durable metal, ensuring they are both sturdy and long-lasting, while their intricate design adds a touch of sophistication and exotic flair. Perfect for showcasing your favorite potted plants, these stands will transform any corner of your home into a serene oasis. Whether positioned in a bright, sun-filled room or a cozy, dimly lit corner, they promise to infuse your space with a sense of tranquility and style. Ideal for lovers of both modern and vintage aesthetics, these bamboo style metal plant stands are a testament to timeless design and craftsmanship. Provenance: West Palm...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Tables

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Metal

Gilt Chinoiserie Console Table or Bar
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gilt Chinoiserie Console Table or Bar, probably Chinese, circa 1960s. This piece is constructed of gilt wood with an inset black granite top. The low maintenance granite makes it a g...
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1960s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

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Granite

Vintage Korean Carved Wood Marble Top Asian Chinese Liquor Cabinet Dry Bar
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Korean Carved Wood Marble Top Expanding/Fold Away Asian Chinese Liquor Cabinet Dry Bar with Fitted Interior and Rolling Casters. Circa Late 20th ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Tables

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Marble

Large Chinese Art Deco Lacquered Coffee Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Chic and sleek lacquered Chinese art deco style low rectangular coffee table, circa 1940s. Features raised and outward-curving edges on two sides of the top. Good structural conditio...
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1940s Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

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Wood, Lacquer

Expandable Vintage Midcentury Baker Michael Taylor Far East Dining Table
Located in Pasadena, TX
Far East collection 1960s. A dining table designed by Michael Taylor and made by Baker showing an Asian influence. Solid construction in an ebonized walnut finish. Incised apr...
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1970s North American Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

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Walnut

Ming Style Chinosarie Side Table with Fretwork
Located in Pasadena, TX
17.75" Ming Style Chinoiserie side table with Fretwork 19th Century Ming dynasty southern Chinese design. Two tier table with Ming feet and a bottom tier...
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Late 19th Century Asian Antique Chinoiserie Tables

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Elm

Asian Chinoiserie Distressed Black Finish Alter Style Sofa Console Table
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Asian chinoiserie alter style sofa or console table with a lovely distressed black finish. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have...
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20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Tables

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Wood, Paint

1970s Chinoiserie Hand Painted Malachite Green Desk Stool, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, hand painted desk and matching stool you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful...
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1970s Asian Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

Black and Brass Chinoiserie Coffee Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant brass and black Lacquer coffee table, in the manner of Philip and Kelvin Laverne, American, circa 1960s. The black lacquer wood frame has been recently refinished and the bra...
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1960s American Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

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Metal, Brass

Chinese Red Lacquer & Brass Side Table Removable Ice Chest Style Hoof Foot Base
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Chinese red lacquer and brass ice chest, planter, accent table with galvanized insert and lid on hoof foot style removable base. This piece is in wonderful vintage condition...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Brass

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

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Walnut

Italian Chinoiserie Tray Table
Located in New York, NY
Italian chinoiserie tray table. Vintage Italian hand painted tole tray on custom folding painted metal stand in rich aubergine, gilt and silver gil...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Tôle

Chinese Hand Carved and Painted Black Lacquered Rectangular Coffee Table
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional vintage chinoiserie black lacquered rectangular coffee table. Features a hand carved and painted design throughout the table.
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1960s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Baker Furniture Chinoiserie Monumental Black Lacquered Coffee Table
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous monumental modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie style coffee or cocktail table By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1990s Black lacquered wood, with intentional red dist...
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

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

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Wood

19thc English Chinoiserie Tiger Bamboo Table
Located in Savannah, GA
English lacquered table made of tiger bamboo in the Chinoiserie style. The wooden top features a hand painted colorful lacquered floral motif with a rather abstract bird, the bottom ...
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1880s English Antique Chinoiserie Tables

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Bamboo

Mid-Century Specimen Marble Chinoiserie Coffee Table
Located in Richmond, London
A rare custom made low table, on 'Chinoiserie' faux bamboo legs, in gilt and painted wood with specimen marble inset, very much in the style an of the quality of Mallett Antiques, wh...
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Mid-20th Century English Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Marble

Chinoiserie Hand Carved Asian Wood Nesting/Stacking Tables
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Excellent set of 3 hand carved cherry nesting tables. Each table features a centered Burl Wood veneer Additional information: Material: Burlwood, Veneer Color: Brown Style: As...
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20th Century Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Burl

Vintage Chinoiserie Scorched Bamboo Lacquered Two Tier Accent Table 20"
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid to early 20th century scorched bamboo occasional / accent table with painted lacquer top. Made of tortoiseshell patterned bamboo with an inset black lacquer top stamped with a se...
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20th Century Chinoiserie Tables

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Bamboo, Lacquer

Italian Mid-Century Chinoiserie Mirrored Coffee Table
Located in Queens, NY
Italian (1940s) square coffee table with reverse painted mirrored top featuring Chinoiserie figures and floral decoration.
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1940s Italian Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Mirror, Paint

Coffee Table With a Stone Top by Sally Sirkin Lewis for J Robert Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the Coffee Table With a Stone Top by Sally Sirkin Lewis for J Robert Scott. This exquisite piece of furniture is the perfect addition to any modern living space. The coff...
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1980s American Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Stone

18th Century English Chinoiserie Demi-lune Console / Games Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
Late 18th Century George II Period Games Table / Demi-Lune Console Table. Lacquer with hand painted detailed chinoiserie raised gesso village scene with figures fishing, the piece fo...
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Late 18th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Tables

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Gesso, Wood, Lacquer

Vintage Chinoiserie Burnt Bamboo Stand / Pedestal
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Charming Chinoiserie style burnt bamboo plant stand. Lovely painted scenes on top and apron surround.
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20th Century Philippine Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Bamboo

Antique Asian Oriental japaneese Burned Bamboo Hand Painted Decorated Desk Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Antique Asian Oriental Chinese burned bamboo hand painted decorated desk writing table.
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20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Bamboo

Black and Gold Faux Bamboo Coffee Tray Table Circa 1940s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant black and gold faux bamboo coffee table with removable tray, American, circa 1940s. This table is perfect for entertaining as the tray top can be removed.
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1940s American Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Asian Gilt Dragon Nesting Tables - Set of 4
Located in west palm beach, FL
Discover a captivating piece of craftsmanship with this set of four Vintage Asian Gilt Dragon Nesting Tables. These unique tables showcase a mesmerizing hand-painted gilt design feat...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Giltwood

Chinese Chippendale Mahogany Console Table
Located in New Orleans, LA
This English mahogany console table is a rare period example of the elaborate Chinese Chippendale style. A study in symmetry and balance, this table combines the restrained elegance of the Georgian period with the intricate artistry of the Orientalist aesthetic. Elaborate fretwork on the frieze and pierced supports are beautifully matched by fluted legs. As a whole, it represents a stunning marriage of Chippendale craftsmanship and Eastern design. Small, decorative tables such as this represented the great influence that China had in European decorative and Fine art beginning in the 1600s. Since the Restoration of the monarchy, there had been a growing interest in Chinese-style design forms in England. Called "chinoiserie" in French, this style had become extremely popular by the middle of the 18th century, and designers such as Thomas Chippendale eagerly adopted the elaborate Eastern designs. By the mid-1750s, the Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens were sporting "Chinese Pavilions...
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18th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Mahogany

1980s Thomasville Chinoiserie Painted Green Hexagonal Wood Dining, Set of 9
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1980s dining set. The ultra rare set exudes an air of luxury and refinement. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The lu...
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1980s American Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint

Italian Scagliola Marble Specimen Decorated Dining Table On Ming Style Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
Italian, circa 1960. (This would also make an incredible kitchen island - as the marble top). This exceptional Italian dining table ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble

Chinese End Table Nightstand Cabinet Vinyl Wrapped
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
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1980s Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Pair of large gilt iron coffee tables with Chinese decorated tops C 1940
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of gilt iron and wood coffee tables with glass tops (not shown) having Chinese lacquered wood inserts C 1940. The two can be used individua...
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1940s South American Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Iron

Chineese Black Lacquer Coffee Table Encrusted with Hard Stone
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Pretty coffee table in black Chinese lacquer. The feet are slightly curved and adorned with golden arabesque patterns at the bottom and top. The entablature and the apron of the top ...
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20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Lacquer

2 1980s Anne Jo Chalkware Chinoiserie Dragon Sculpture Pedestals Plant Stands
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair Anne Jo 1986 vintage chalkware dragon pedestals, columns or plant stand. Anne-Jo is an artist from Garden Grove, California. Renown for her life-...
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1980s American Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Plaster

MidCentury Chinoiserie Faux Tortoise Shell Finished Console Table with Shelf
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century Chinoiserie style rectangular console table with a faux tortoise shell veneer, high gloss lacquered finish, and lower shelf. Small hexagonal impressions left in top lacq...
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20th Century Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Woven Bamboo and Rattan Side Table or Plant Stand
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A gorgeous woven rattan wooden plant stand or side table. This piece will be fantastic used as an occasional table, side table, or on a covered patio for use as a plant stand. The fo...
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20th Century American Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Cane, Rattan, Wood

Chinoiserie Papier-Mâché Tray and Faux Bamboo Stand
Located in Palm Beach, FL
19th century English serving tray crafted in papier-mâché and lacquer in classic form and hand decorated in scenes of chinoiserie wi...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Michael Taylor Baker Far East Chinoiserie Two Tier Grey Low Side Tables – a Set
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a pair of end tables attributed to Michael Taylor's Far East Collection for Baker Furniture, circa the 1960s. These sculptural end tables, crafted from ...
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1960s American Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

Pair of Bamboo Tables with Red and Black Lacquer Motif
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of bamboo end tables with two tiers original hand decoration with floral panels over a red and black background. Featuring an elegant aesthetics movement Japanese influenced form.
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20th Century English Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Bamboo

Chinoiserie Shagreen Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
Custom Chinoiserie shagreen coffee table. Customization available in different sizes and colors.
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2010s American Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood, Shagreen

EXQUISITE CHiNESE EXPORT CHINOISERIE WALNUT DRESSING TABLE PART OF A SUITe
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original circa 1920's Hand made Chinese Chinoiserie dressing table...
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1920s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Antique Chinoiserie Black Lacquered Nesting Table Set with Carved Dragon Feet
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique set of lacquered nesting tables was made by Wong Kwoko Hing from Canton China in circa 1910 in the period chinoiserie style. These graduated nesting tables are construct...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Tables

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Softwood

20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Style Lacquered and Gilt Tole Tray Table
Located in Doylestown, PA
Italian Chinoiserie style black lacquered tole tray table with folding ebonized wood base. It features a delightful, intricately hand-painted design with butterflies and flowers in g...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Metal

19th Century English Red Lacquered Japanned Nesting Tables
Located in Dallas, TX
A charming set of four English red lacqured and Japanned -Chinoiserie nesting tables dating from the late 19th century. All four tables are decorated with red crackled lacquer with g...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood

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

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Wood

Asian Two Tier Tray Table
Located in Malibu, CA
Asian bamboo tray table with handpainted with birds & branches. A handle on the top for moving around easily. The painted motif is visible on both trays. There are two shelves to use...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Wood

Asian Two Tier Tray Table
Asian Two Tier Tray Table
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19th Century Chinoiserie Tripod Wine Table
Located in Houston, TX
This 19th-century Chinoiserie tripod wine table boasts a turned baluster base and elegant downswept legs with pad feet. Its surface is adorned with a meticulously hand-painted villag...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Wood

James Mont Style Chinoiserie Marble Top Low Dining Table and Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Unusual chinoiserie marble topped dining table and four velvet upholstered chairs. The table has a marble inlay and two leaves. The chairs have been upholstered in a lovely sea foam ...
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Mid-20th Century North American Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Marble

A Pair of Dunbar Occasional Tables Asian Style with Cork Tops
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An unusual and rare pair of side tables by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1940s. Mahogany with original cork tops, Asian Style with green Dunbar labels.
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1940s American Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

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Mahogany

Baker Furniture, Brass Top Chinoiserie Cocktail Table, U.S., Circa 1980's
Located in Chatham, ON
Baker Furniture - Rare vintage Chinoiserie cocktail / coffee table - exceptional quality with aged patina - featuring a brass top with hand hammered pie crust edge - hand painted flo...
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Brass

Hollywood Regency Red & Brass Asian Chinoiserie Small Cabinet or End Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A handsome and well made vintage cabinet from the 1960's. It features an Asian Modern motif with plenty of storage.
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1960s American Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

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Brass

ANTIQUE VICTORIAN CIRCA 1880 CHINESE CHINOISERIE LACQUERED SiDE END LAMP TABLE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely circa 1880-1900 hand made Chinese Chinoiserie side end lamp table single drawer Please note th...
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1880s Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Tables

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Wood

Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Oval Side Table
Located in Troy, MI
Found in England, this circa 1930s red oval Chinoiserie style side table features a faux bamboo base with X-form stretcher and gilded details. Oval table top has a decorative painted...
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Early 20th Century English Chinoiserie Tables

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Faux Bamboo, Wood

Pair of Chinese Lacquered Panel Coffee Tables
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of similar Chinese end tables with black lacquered panel tops (19th Century) having figural and parcel gilt highlights within an inset painte...
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19th Century Antique Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Vintage Chinese Carved Rosewood Nesting Side Tables with Paw Feet - Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinese Carved Rosewood Nesting Side Tables with Paw Feet - Set of 4. Item features solid wood construction, beautiful wood grain, nicely carved details, quality craftsmanshi...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Tables

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Hardwood

Pedestal in Bamboo in the style of Chinoserie, 1980s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Bamboo side table in the Chinoserie style
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1980s Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Bamboo

Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Brown Lacquer Scallop Tray Top Coffee Cocktail Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chinoiserie Style Faux Bamboo Brown Lacquer Scallop Tray Top Coffee Cocktail Table. Item features a brown finish, gold painted accents, removable scalloped edge tray top, and faux ba...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Tables

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Wood

Hollywood Regency Ornate Chinoiserie Polished Brass Bar Cart c. 1955
Located in Saint Louis, MO
This chic bar cart is most certainly not the shy one in the room with an ornate dragon themed frame of golden brass that's attention grabbing without apology...
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1950s Italian Vintage Chinoiserie Tables

Materials

Brass

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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