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Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail 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
Vintage Asian Chinoiserie Coffee Table
Located in west palm beach, FL
Introduce an element of cultural elegance to your living space with this Vintage Asian Chinoiserie Coffee Table. Perfect for American-style interiors...
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Lacquered and Hand Decorated Cocktail Table
Located in Norwalk, CT
Wonderful color on this lacquered Chinoiserie-form cocktail table. Decorated with quirky, painted gold designs. Gold painted details on decorative stretchers. Great size and in very ...
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1970s Vintage Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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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 Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Mahogany

Asian Modern White Bleached Oak Coffee Table Faux Ostrich Top Chinoiserie, 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern rectangular white bleached oak wood coffee table with faux ostrich and curved legs. Faux ostrich section measures: 31 x 36 inches. Lovely 1970s chinoiserie inspire...
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Faux Leather, Oak

Chinoiserie Red Lacquer Gilt Painted Oriental Asian Glass Top Coffee Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie Red Lacquer Gold Gilt Oriental / Asian Inspired Hand Painted Glass Top Coffee Table. Item features 2 tiers, unique painted details, brass ormolu and gallery, very...
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Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, 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 Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Lacquer

Vintage Asian Chinoiserie Bat Wing Coffee Table
Located in west palm beach, FL
Bring elegance and artistry to your space with this vintage Asian Chinoiserie bat wing coffee table. Featuring a striking bat wing silhouette and intricate hand-painted detailing, th...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Wood, Paint

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 Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Shagreen

Red Chinoiserie Oriental Coffee Table with Removable Tole Metal Serving Tray
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage red chinoiserie oriental coffee table with removable tole metal serving tray. Item features an oval tole metal serving tray, red and gold...
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Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Pair of Vintage Parsons Tables inset with 18th Century Chinese Panels
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Pair of black lacquer Parsons tables inset with 18th century Chinese coromandel lacquer panels. Wonderful age acquired patina and depth.
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1950s Unknown Vintage Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Lacquer

Antique Southeast Asian Bronze Rain Drum
Located in Pasadena, CA
This a very large Southeast Asian patinated cast bronze rain drum or frog drum. The intended use of the rain drum was ceremonial and was used to invoke rain and serve as an instrum...
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Late 19th Century Southeast Asian Antique Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Bronze

George II Style Burton-Ching Black Chinoiserie Coffee Cocktail Table
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
George II Style Burton-Ching Black Chinoiserie Coffee Cocktail Table.
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2010s American Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Lacquer

Vintage Chinoiserie Asian Inspired Black Painted Gold Gilt Trestle Coffee Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie Asian Inspired Black Painted Gold Gilt Trestle Base Coffee Table. Circa Early to Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 17.5" H x 50" W x 18" D.
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Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Paint

Eglomise Chinese Scroll Gold Leafed Brass Glass Top Coffee Table New York 1970s
By Carlo Antonini
Located in Camden, ME
Rolled gold toned brass sheet scrolled base coffee table with hand applied gold leafed mirrored inset glass top. The glass top has a .250 inch bevel and is .625 inches thick. An American designed table. The ripples in the first photos of the top are reflections of the photo paper in the gold mirror.. From the estate of Alan Moss...
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass, Gold Leaf

1960's Reverse Painted Glass Top Ming Coffee Table
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Exceptional, long, 1960's "Ming" coffee table with black lacquer base and reverse painted glass top. Gorgeous veins of red and orange through a black field with a few splashes of p...
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Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Wood

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 Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rosewood

Pair of Oriental Teak Low Tables, Coffee Tables
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Pair of Oriental Teak Low Tables, Coffee Tables This is a very attractive pair, the tables stand on Carved cabriole legs with decorative carving around the aprons The tables ar...
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1960s Vintage Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

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 Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Lacquer

Casa Bique Chinoiserie Chow Leg Carved Square Coffee Table Attr Robert Marcius
Located in Topeka, KS
Phenomenal vintage chinoiserie Ming style chow leg coffee table with carved designs and a beveled glass insert produced by Casa Bique Ltd. in the Philippines and attributed to Robert Marcius. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Late 20th Century. Exquisite!!! That’s only one way to define this fabulous vintage coffee table Attributed to Robert Marcius for and by Casa Bique Ltd. Casa Bique’s items are purported to have been manufactured in the same factory as Maitland Smith, so you know it of the highest quality. Just look at the gorgeous curves on this beauty! Let’s start with the classic Ming style chow legs...stunning!! But then your eyes are immediately drawn to the fabulous intricate carved detail of leaves and vines all around the edges and down the legs of the coffee table. And the over-all finish is absolutely phenomenal!!! Details indicative of the high style designs produced by Casa Bique Ltd. It has a square frame and a lovely, beveled glass insert. This coffee table is exactly what you need to add a touch of chinoiserie or island flair to your home whether your style is mid-century modern, traditional, contemporary, or Asian. It would be beautiful placed in front of your sofa or maybe within a grouping of lounge chairs! And what a perfect piece to make your sunroom an island paradise! We know you have fallen in love with this incredible chinoiserie coffee table as much we have. What are you waiting for?? You need to make it your own! Robert Marcius was born in Greenville, Mississippi and he began designing and producing sculptures, jewelry, and objects d’art when he moved to New Hope, Pennsylvania in 1972. He formed a partnership with Gene Jonson, and they formed “Jonson and Marcius” and moved their business to Manhattan. During this time, he supplied Bergdorf Goodman, Henri Bendel, and Bloomingdale's with jewelry and Karl Springer with accessories, furniture, and sculptures. After seeking out Jonson and Marcius in 1975, Lorin Marsh launched their business of an original and unique line of furniture and accessories. Cartier and Tiffany also featured items manufactured by Jonson and Marcius. During the 1980’s Marcius sold his partnership and moved his operations to North Carolina where he designed the product and direction for Casa Bique Ltd. until the early 90’s. For 4 decades he has developed and designed for such clients as Frederick Ramond, Garcia Imports, Casa Stradivari, Thomasville, Lane, Kinder- Harris, The Platt Collections, and many others. He continues to sculpt and paint via Marcius LLC. -LinkedIn. Casa Bique Ltd. had been an exclusive Thomasville-based importer and manufacturer for many years. Casa Bique ceased operations in early 2004 and has reestablished as “Classics by Casa Bisque...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Wood

Vintage Chinese Chinoiserie Hand Painted Luggage Coffee Table Lots Storage Space
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to this lovely vintage circa 1900 Chinese chinoiserie luggage chest coffee table A good looking and decorative piece, the finish is sublime, this is art furniture from every angle. It is based on a piece of luggage much the same as a LV trunk...
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

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 Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

1970s Chinoiserie Style Oval Hand Painted Coffee Side Table
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1970s with this exquisite hand painted, lacquered, oval coffee or side table. The ultra rare table gives an air of culture and ...
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1970s Vintage Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Paint

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 Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Early 20th Century Wood Coffee Table with Small Removable Tray, 1924, Set of 2
Located in Miami, FL
Early 20th Century Wood Coffee Table with Small Removable Tray, 1924, Set of 2
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Early 20th Century European Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

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 Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Cherry, Paint

Baker Furniture Hollywood Regency Yellow Lacquered Mirror Top Coffee Table
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie yellow lacquered coffee table with antiqued mirrored top By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1940s Ca...
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1940s American Vintage Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Mirror, Wood, Lacquer

Ebonized Faux Bamboo English Chinoiserie Mother of Pearl Coffee Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a superb, very sophisticated Chinoiserie mother-of-pearl inlaid coffee table. The coffee table features an ebonized tray top with gold Chinoiserie painted designs with inlay....
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1940s English Vintage Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut

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 Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stone

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 Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Oak, Glass

1940's George Zee Design Artistic Chest Coffee Table
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Gorgeous 1940's blanket chest/coffee table designed by George Zee of Hong Kong. Ebonized teakwood with warm aged patina brass straps, nail heads and handles. Beautifully crafted copper and bronze Junk...
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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Side Table in Iron Wood and Marble China Circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Coffee table or pedestal in iron wood and marble top resting on four feet sculpted with dragons ending in three claws enclosing a pearl. Carved and openwork headband decorated with p...
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1890s Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

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 Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Bronze

Oversized Hand-Painted and Gilt Pictorial Chinoiserie Coffee Table, circa 1940
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized pictorial Chinoiserie coffee low table features hand painted top of lake scene with figures, pagoda and mountainous background, frame is gilt decorated throughout, circa 19...
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20th Century European Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Chinoiserie Coffee Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Chinoiserie coffee table, China, circa 1950s. Retains wonderful original patina.
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1950s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Chinese Coffee Table with 19th Century Blue and White Tiles
Located in Dallas, TX
A mid 20th century Chinese rosewood Ming style coffee table with four large 19th century inlayed Chinese blue and white porcelian tiles. This very decorative cocktail table is a grea...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Porcelain, Rosewood

Red Lacquer Chinoiserie Coffee Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
Unique red lacquered chinoiserie coffee table. Beautiful cravings and details, nice scale for most spaces.
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20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Vintage Asian Cocktail Coffee Table
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 handle all the shipping details. However, if you let us know what 1st Dibs is quoting you and give us your zip code, we can sometimes ship it for less and get it to you faster. For a shipping quote, click on "ASK THE SELLER" under the purchase button and provide your zip code. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Vintage 1970s Chinoiserie Asian Cocktail Coffee Table...
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1970s Italian Vintage Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal, Brass

Art Decò Chinoiserie Bamboo Coffee Table
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Art deco bamboo table with finely inlaid herringbone top in chinoiserie style. Nicely detailed waterfall sides and tapered legs. Curbside to NYC...
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20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Bamboo

Chinoiserie Dark Brown and Gilt Lacquer Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
The rectangular top with gilt border and hand-painted with flower-filled vases, butterflies and other fanciful decoration; raised on Ming style legs with pierced fretwork spandrels.
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20th Century Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Giltwood

20th Century Asian Chinoiserie Coffee Table, Ebonized
Located in Berlin, DE
Rectangular body with curved frame, black frame and carving carvings scattered throughout the body, circa 1970s. (A-135).
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20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Beech

Vintage Chinese Black Scroll Cocktail Table
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A beautiful vintage Chinese black scroll cocktail table, newly restored and touched up by a decorative artist. A super chic piece for your livin...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Chinoiserie coffee and cocktail tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Chinoiserie coffee and cocktail 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 coffee and cocktail tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, asian art and furniture, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, lacquer and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinoiserie coffee and cocktail tables made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Asia 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 Baker Furniture Company, Henredon, Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, and Bassett Furniture. 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 $700 and tops out at $24,500 while the average work can sell for $2,500.

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