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Chinoiserie Benches

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
Chinoiserie Regency Reupholstered Pillow Top Bench
Located in Round Top, TX
Newly upholstered in a soft, textured, dove gray textile by Kravet from the“Barton Chenille” line. We adore this Parsons style bench with the perfect splayed leg design and pillow to...
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Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Benches

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Textile, Wood

Vintage Faux Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Chinoiserie Newly Upholstered Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely vintage faux bamboo Chinese Chippendale Chinoiserie bench. Newly upholstered with a fabulous blue and white fabric. No issues or damage. Dimensions: 38 L x 20 D x 18.5 H.
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1970s American Vintage Chinoiserie Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Faux Bamboo

Vintage Chinoiserie Ming Style Bench by Raymond Sobota for Century Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Chinoiserie Ming style black lacquered bench by Raymond Sobota for Century Furniture, needs reupholstered. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage...
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Benches

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-18th Century Chinoiserie Textured Lacquer Wood Long Bench
Located in Middleburg, VA
Mid-18th century chinoiserie textured Lacquer wood long bench Lovely lacquered look of brown and very dark brown colors. Great addition to a dining room table or any space that need...
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Mid-18th Century European Antique Chinoiserie Benches

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

19th Century Oriental carved hall bench
Located in Brighton, Sussex
This spectacular 19th Century hand carved oriental hall bench, with wonderful classical chrysanthemums, scrolling foliage, and mythical dragons. Batch 75 62029.
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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Chinoiserie Benches

Materials

Softwood

1940s Hollywood Regench Carved and Ebonized Wood Sitting Bench Chinoiserie/Asian
Located in Opa Locka, FL
c1940's Chinoiserie/ Asian Carved and Ebonized Wood Sitting Bench. Amazing carving. Please look closely at pictures as they tell the details of the carvings.
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1940s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Benches

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Wood

Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Inspired Bench with Hand Painted Gold Accents
Located in North York, ON
Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Inspired bench with hand painted gold accents. American, 1980's. Featuring violet velvet with soft gold toned piping. Woo...
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1980s American Vintage Chinoiserie Benches

Materials

Wood, Velvet

1960's Mid-Century Asian Modern Chinoiserie Bench
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Midcentury Modern bench for sale. Original vintage from the 1960's, and has a design in the manner of James Mont. It's in excel...
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1960s American Vintage Chinoiserie Benches

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Wood

Vintage Chinese Elm Lacquered Cane Double Chairback Hall Bench Settee Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinese Elm Lacquered Cane Double Chairback Hall Bench Settee Sofa. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 41.5" H x 41" W x 19" D x 21" Seat height x 30" Arm height.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Benches

Materials

Cane, Elm

Fabulous Mod White Faux Bamboo Wood Pucci Style Upholstered Bench Hollywood Glam
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous mod white faux bamboo Pucci style upholstered bench. The vintage upholstery shows some light wear with a few minor spots but is very presentable a...
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1970s American Vintage Chinoiserie Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan, Wood

Late 20th Century Coastal Style Bench Rattan & Rawhide Wrapped by McGuire
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage Coastal Style bench comprised of rattan & rawhide wraps by McGuire with a removeable blue herringbone tweed cushion. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. Specifically, One rung & one leg were repaired, & one joint wrap was repaired & replaced, & the cushion has been shampooed. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Late 20th Century. This bench by McGuire is absolutely…. FIRE!!! That’s right!! A Bougee spot for your BOOTY!!! This is a vintage bench with a frame comprised of rattan with rawhide wrapped joints… it’s a signature combination used by McGuire. It has a loose or removeable blue herringbone tweed cushion that is zippered & has Velcro wraps underneath so it’s very easily cleaned, changed, or reupholstered! Just imagine all of the fun fabric possibilities!! It bears many styles including Coastal, Island, Organic Modern, and Chinoiserie so it is extremely versatile. It will be beautiful in your Lanai or sunroom, at the end of a bed in your bedroom, or in an entry way! It’s basically an ANYWHERE you want it bench!! Magnificent presentation, phenomenal comfort, and a well-known McGuire quality!! McGuire Furniture, whose name is synonymous with style and elegance, was founded in 1948 in San Francisco by husband-and-wife team John and Elinor McGuire. The history of McGuire is best told by a quote from Town and Country magazine which said…” The story of John and Elinor McGuire and the success of McGuire is a singularly American saga. It tells of how a young couple’s imagination, determination, hard work, and mutual dedication to values of taste and quality transformed a small firm into a large international business…” McGuire uses the best of materials and designers to create their masterpieces of functional, beautiful, and long-lasting furniture for inside and outside the homes and businesses worldwide. This extraordinary rattan and rawhide wrapped bench...
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Benches

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Antique 19th Century Swat Valley Charpoi Bench
Located in Pasadena, TX
19th century Swat Valley bench with carved back in geometric patterns, large front legs with carved finials, and a woven seat. Measures: Width: 104”( he...
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19th Century Indian Antique Chinoiserie Benches

Materials

Wood

Italian Brass Faux Bamboo Bench
Located in Stamford, CT
Italian brass bamboo bench. Newly upholstered in Schumacher Nakuru epingle woven fabric. Seat is 16.5” tall.
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1960s Italian Vintage Chinoiserie Benches

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Brass

1960s Chinoiserie Ming Style Wood Tufted Bench Coffee Table
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, bench or coffee table you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful bench is stat...
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1960s Asian Vintage Chinoiserie Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

21st C. Elegant Kidney Shaped Bench with Vibrant Botanical Toile Upholstery
Located in Morristown, NJ
21st C. A beautifully crafted kidney-shaped bench with a vintage-inspired design. The seat is upholstered in a vibrant fabric that combines a traditional Toile de Jouy scene in blue ...
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2010s American Chinoiserie Benches

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Chinoiserie Red Lacquered Rattan Upholstered Bench with Asian Fabric
Located in Miami, FL
Chinoiserie Red Lacquered Rattan Upholstered Bench with Asian Fabric Offered for sale is a Chinoiserie style red lacquered bent rattan upholstered bench with chinoiserie printed fab...
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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Benches

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood, Lacquer

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Find a broad range of unique Chinoiserie benches 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 benches created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, lacquer and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinoiserie benches made in a specific country, there are Asia, China, and East Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 benches differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $950 and tops out at $7,600 while the average work can sell for $1,875.

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