Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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
Mid-Century Modern Chinoiserie Credenza or Sideboard
Located in Dallas, TX
This stunning exceptionally sized sleek credenza or sideboard, channeling old Hollywood with a touch of the orient. Made of solid wood, featuring a cust...
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1970s Vintage Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Bassett Asian Style Ebonized Chest of Drawers
Located in Pasadena, TX
Chin Hua Hollywood Regency Ebonized Dresser by Bassett
Hollywood Regency dresser or credenza in an ebony lacquer finish. Features five large storage drawers with brass finished pu...
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Mid-20th Century North American Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
$2,320 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of English 1790s George III Gold and Black Chinoiserie Corner Cabinets
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English corner cabinets from the late 18th century, with chinoiserie motifs. Born in England during the reign of King George III, this exquisite pair of late 18th-century c...
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Late 18th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
1970s Hand Carved Chinoserie Trunk Secretaires Desk
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning desk you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best, it being...
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1970s Asian Vintage Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Carolean Sideboard Server Walnut Chinoiserie Cabinet
Located in Potters Bar, GB
This sideboard stands upon bun feet with a shaped stretcher and typical Carolean shaped and carved supports
Circa 1920
The sideboard features 4 doors, the 2 central doors having wond...
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1920s Vintage Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Maitland Smith Fine Carved Two Drawers Carved Chinoiserie Console Sideboard MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Maitland Smith Fine Carved Two Drawers Carved Chinoiserie Console Sideboard MINT
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20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
English 1870s Chinoiserie Waterfall Bookcase with Soft Yellow Painted Finish
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English painted Chinoiserie waterfall bookcase from the late 19th century. Attracting our eyes with its soft yellow painted color adorne...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Limed Oak
Carved Camphor Wood Chest
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Art Deco Limed Oak & Carved Camphor Wood Chest
This Beautiful Carved Chest is made in limed Oak and lined with Camphor Wood, for those of you who do not know camphor wood it is a h...
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1930s Vintage Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Vintage Wood Chinoiserie Fretwork Fret Mirrored Credenza Buffet Sideboard Doors
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful vintage wood credenza, buffet, sideboard with mirrored doors and fretwork. Each pair of doors open to reveal one adjustable shelf on ea...
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1970s American Vintage Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mirror, Wood
$4,640 Sale Price
20% Off
Black Lacquer Bookcase Display Cabinet
Located in North York, ON
This stunning piece is expertly crafted and made in the USA, ensuring the highest quality and attention to detail. Drawing inspiration from iconic Chinoiserie style, this bookcase ex...
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2010s American Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
$7,600 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Nailhead Cowhide Red Mini Sideboard Cabinet
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this exquisite small sideboard cabinet, dating back to the 19th Century. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this piece showcases a stunn...
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Early 19th Century Asian Antique Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Vintage Boho Parquet Rattan Gentleman’s Chest
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your interior with this exceptional vintage gentleman's chest, a stunning embodiment of Boho Chic and Chinoiserie aesthetics. Crafted with meticulous detail, the chest featur...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
English 1900s Bamboo Freestanding Shelf with Rattan Accents and Single Drawer
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English bamboo freestanding shelf from the early 20th century, with rattan accents and single drawer. Created in England at the Turn of the Centu...
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Early 20th Century English Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
English Red Mini Kneehole Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
English Venezian Red Mini Kneehole Desk with raised Chinoiserie. Hand painted and crafted by Kipper himself in our shop; truly making this vibrant desk a one of a kind. He was inspir...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
Unusual Baker Chinoiserie Modular Chest Bookcase Shelf Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Unusual Baker Chinoiserie style 2-piece modular bookcase chest. The top shelving unit sits on top of a Tansu-style 4 drawer chest. We love the blackened iron hardware along with th...
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1970s American Vintage Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
$3,400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Chinese Two-Pieces Furniture with Table and Cupboard with Doors and Drawers
Located in Marbella, ES
Chinese Two-Pieces Furniture with Table and Cupboard with Doors and Drawers
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Late 20th Century English Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Miniature Chest of Drawers
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Miniature chest of drawers.
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1960s Austrian Vintage Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
$575 / item
Chinoiserie Highboy from Baker Furniture
Located in Hartville, OH
Spectacular and seldom seen Chinoiserie Highboy from a small Collection Baker which was featured in this extraordinary Yellow Base with hand painted scenes.
Condition Disclosure:
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1980s American Vintage Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
$6,320 Sale Price
20% Off
Continental Red Chinoiserie Three Drawer Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
a Continental red chinoiserie decorated commode / chest of drawers, the shaped top with a scenic figural landscape, above the three conforming drawers further decorated with figures ...
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18th Century European Antique Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Oriental Carved Open Dresser or Hall Cupboard
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Oriental carved open dresser or hall cupboard
A very unusual piece, this is an open dresser with 2 drawers below and a shelved cupboard beneath
The s...
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Late 19th Century Antique Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Chinese Elm Cabinet, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Chinese elm cabinet, circa 1930.
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1930s Asian Vintage Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Midcentury, Chinoiserie Style, Red Lingerie Chest of Drawers with Gold Trim
Located in Asheville, NC
A handsome three foot tall, 3-drawer chest painted red with gold trim was quite popular in the vintage or midcentury era. With cabriole legs, side panels and elaborate French drawer pulls...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Stunning Chinoiserie Marble Topped Sideboard in the Chinese Chippendale Taste
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this stunning hand painted marble topped Chinoiserie Chinese Chippendale taste sideboard
A very good looking and decorative sideboard, its hand painted ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble
Chinoiserie case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Chinoiserie case pieces and storage cabinets 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 case pieces and storage cabinets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, asian art and furniture, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinoiserie case pieces and storage cabinets made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original case pieces and storage cabinets, popular names associated with this style include Henredon, Drexel, Baker Furniture Company, and Century 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 case pieces and storage cabinets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $350 and tops out at $105,293 while the average work can sell for $3,608.
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