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Chinoiserie Persian Rugs

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
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77150 Late 19th Century Antique Indian Agra Rug, 15'02 x 24'04. Commanding in scale and celestial in symbolism, this hand-knotted wool antique Indian Agra rug stands as a monumental work of woven art—an homage to both Persian classicism and Mughal majesty. Woven in the late 19th century during the artistic zenith of British India, this extraordinary masterpiece unites the refinement of Persian Safavid design with the spiritual grandeur of Eastern mythology. Spanning over fifteen by twenty-four feet, its vast field unfolds like a royal manuscript—each signature motif, hue, and contour a tribute to divine order and regal harmony. This is not simply a rug, but a palatial inheritance: a rarefied artifact created for spaces of influence and grace. At the heart of this exquisite work of art universe, a lozenge lattice of cusped cartouches forms an intricate architectural framework, each medallion an emblem of balance and continuity. Within this celestial grid, dragons coil and phoenixes rise—ancient symbols of power and renewal, their eternal dance representing the yin and yang of cosmic unity. Interwoven among them are scrolling cloudbands, floral sprays, and feathered tendrils—motifs that whisper of the heavens, of empires lost and beauty eternal. The exclusive composition’s abrashed gold field, glowing like parchment gilded by time, reveals subtle tonal shifts that breathe depth and soul into the enchanting design, transforming the carpet into a living landscape of color and light. The sumptuous border, stately and precise, acts as both frame and finale—a procession of cartouche panels rendered in jewel tones of lapis, coral, saffron, and oxidized copper. These bands of intricate arabesques echo the rhythm of the field, their symmetry invoking the geometry of Mughal architecture. Here, color serves not merely as decoration but as expression—each hue selected to evoke spiritual resonance and visual equilibrium. The interplay of indigo and rose, gold and sable, mirrors the opulent restraint found in the world’s great courtly traditions—from Isfahan to Agra, from palace corridors to imperial pavilions. To encounter this antique Indian Agra rug is to step into the continuum of history—a world where art was devotion and craftsmanship, a form of reverence. Its scale alone suggests it was commissioned for a hall of consequence, perhaps a durbar or a princely residence, where its presence would command both awe and admiration. For the modern connoisseur, it is a statement of cultivated taste and heritage—a testament to the enduring dialogue between East and West, mythology and mastery. Beyond rarity, beyond opulence, it represents something far greater: the quiet majesty of civilization’s finest art form, preserved in wool, pattern, and eternal symmetry. Abrash. Desirable Age Wear. Hand-knotted wool. Made in India. Hotel Lobby Size Carpet 15 x 24 Rug...
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Fantastic Late 19th Century Chinese Peking Rug
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Rare Early 20th Century Chinese Peking Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare and sweet early 20th century Chinese Peking runner with a field containing an all-over patter of petite flowers woven in pale pinks, greens, and indigos against a light indigo background. The border is unusual too, with a similar petite floral pattern with large Buddhist...
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Located in New York, NY
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Chinoiserie persian rugs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Chinoiserie persian rugs 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 persian rugs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include rugs and carpets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinoiserie persian rugs 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 persian rugs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $799 and tops out at $120,000 while the average work can sell for $5,950.

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