Japonisme Furniture
JAPONISME STYLE
In the late 19th and early 20th century, France developed an enduring passion for Japanese aesthetics and craftsmanship. Not only did this interpretation of Japanese culture — which became known as Japonisme — infuse fresh energy into French art and design, but it also radically transformed how Europeans, and subsequently the world, would come to understand visual culture.
Until 1853, Japan had been closely guarded against foreign visitors for over two centuries. However, American Commodore Matthew C. Perry sailed into Japan that year and initiated the first of its treaties with the United States and Europe, thereby opening its borders and giving the West its first-ever look at Japanese design.
For the next few decades, taken with Japonisme, sophisticated collectors in Paris, New York and elsewhere gorged themselves on lacquered screens, celadon ceramics and netsuke ornaments, along with artworks depicting various aspects of Japanese life. The East Asian country’s influence on Europe, particularly France, contributed to one of the most creatively prosperous periods in history, leaving an imprint on the Impressionist, Art Nouveau and Art Deco movements, and inspiring artists like Edgar Degas, Mary Cassatt, Vincent van Gogh as well as luxury houses such as Louis Vuitton and Hermès. Japonisme emerged at the time when the ornate Renaissance Revival style was the most prominent mode of decorating in Europe, and Japanese aesthetics seemed strikingly modern and elegant in comparison.
In addition to everyday practical objects from Japan, such as vases, tableware and decorative boxes, Japanese art, especially Japanese woodblock prints by masters of the ukiyo-e school, caught the eye of many artists — particularly those in the Art Nouveau poster community in 1880s Paris. The luscious organic colors associated with traditional Japanese design, motifs like cherry blossoms and carp and the vivid patterns found in woodblock prints, silks and more were adopted and appropriated by painters as well as ceramicists and those working in other fields of the decorative arts. Today, demand for Japanese lacquerware — furniture, trays, writing boxes, screens, incense burners — from the Edo period (1615–1868) and the late 19th century continues to be very strong among collectors.
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Style: Japonisme
French Patinated Bronze Figure of a Standing Japanese Geisha with Kimono
Obi
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful French patinated bronze figure of a standing Japanese geisha in a traditional kimono with an obi. This geisha is exceptionally cast with immense detail. Starting from the...
Category
Early 20th Century French Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Bronze
JAPANESE CIR 1920 WOODBLOCK TRIPTYCH WATERCOLOUR PRINT OF GEISHA GIRL
NOBLEs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning Antique Japanese Woodblock Triptych watercolour print of a ...
Category
1920s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Wood
JAPANESE 1920
S WOODBLOCK TRIPTYCH WATERCOLOUR PRiNT OF GEISHA GIRLS GARDENING
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning Antique Japanese Woodblock Triptych watercolour print of Ge...
Category
1920s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Wood
Perignem , Japanese-inspired ceramic vase, not signed, circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Perignem, Japanese-inspired ceramic vase, not signed, circa 1950
Category
1950s Belgian Vintage Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
JAPANESE 1920
S WOODBLOCK TRIPTYCH WATERCOLOUR PRINT GEISHA GIRLS PLAYING MUSiC
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning Antique Japanese Woodblock Triptych watercolour print of Ge...
Category
1920s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Wood
Émile GALLÉ for L
ESCALIER DE CRISTAL, Small Japanese-Style Vase in Amber Glass
By Émile Gallé
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
This vase was created by Émile Gallé for the Escalier de Cristal at the end of the 19th century.
A pioneering figure of Art Nouveau, Émile Gallé was particularly influenced by Far E...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Jules Vieillard
Cie Manufacture, Japanese-style Tea Service
By Amedee de Caranza
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Cups : H. 6,2 cm/2'' 7/16 ; L. 9,5 cm/3'' 3/4 ; D. 7,2 cm/2'' 13/16
Saucers : H. 2 cm/13/16'' ; D. 13,5 cm/5'' 5/16
Teapot : H. 16 cm/6'' 5/16 ; L. 19,7 cm/7'' 3/4 ; P. 7,5 cm/2'' 15...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Faience
Pair of French Antique Japonisme Glazed Ceramic and Ormolu Mounted Lamps
By L. Malpass
Located in London, GB
Pair of French antique Japonisme glazed ceramic and ormolu mounted lamps
French, Late 19th Century
Lamps: height 104cm, width 36cm, depth 26cm
Shades: height 33cm, diameter 50cm
In the Japonisme style, these superb, exceptionally large lamps (converted from vases) are made from glazed ceramics and fitted with ormolu mounts. The beautiful vases are parcel gilt and decorated with exquisite images of, to the front, a Japanese male figure on one and a female figure on the other; complemented by images of Japanese landscapes including trees, birds (ducks), shrubbery, flowers, and insects, including stick insects and butterflies.
Each piece is fitted with superb ormolu elephant...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
French Japonisme Mantel Clock and Candelabra Attributed to Edouard Lievre
Located in New York, US
Our mantel clock and candelabra with silvered, gilt and cloisonne enamel surfaces in the French Japonisme style dates from the 1870s and is in good condition. Attributed to the influ...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
Antique French Japonisme Silvered Bronze and Porcelain Three-Piece Clock Set
Located in London, GB
Antique French Japonisme silvered bronze and porcelain three-piece clock set
French, Late 19th Century
Clock: Height 36cm, width 32cm, depth 17cm
Candelabra: Height 28cm, width 26...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Life-Size Bronzed Japanese Lady in a Kimono, after Louis Hottot
By Louis Hottot
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A wonderful 19th century life-size cold painted bronzed statue of a young Japanese girl dressed in a traditional Kimono, standing on a carved hardwood stand, after 'Louis Hottot'
HO...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Spelter
LARGE ANTIQUE JAPANESE FLOOR STANDING PRINTING SCROLL LAMP SOLID MARBLE BASe
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this super rare and highly decorative, Japanese floor standing lamp which is an antique printing scroll fixed to a solid two piece marble base
This is a very impressive lamp, I personally purchased this from Nice France of my antiques tour...
Category
Early 1900s Japanese Antique Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Marble
Japanese Style Gilt Bronze and Enamel Clock Set
By Japy Frères
Located in London, GB
This beautiful clock set is designed in a fanciful Japanese style, known in France in the 19th Century as ‘Japonisme’. The style became highly fashionable in Europe after 1853, when ...
Category
19th Century French Antique Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
$10,370 / set
Meiji Period Fukagawa Porcelain Lidded Vase
By Fukagawa
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality hand painted Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) Fukagawa porcelain lidded vase. Depicting exotic Cranes among Reeds and Lillys, boa...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Three-Piece Meiji Period Japonisme Vase Clock Set
Located in London, GB
Antique three-piece Meiji period Japonisme vase clock set
French/Japanese, late 19th century
Measures: Clock height 47cm, diameter 22cm
Candelabra height 55cm, width 25cm, depth 2...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
Japanese Emperor Shōwa Period Classic Oval-Shaped Vase, Ca. 1960
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Emperor Shōwa Period Classic Oval-Shaped Vase, Ca. 1960
Emperor Shōwa Period - from 1926 to 1989/1990)
Featuring bamboo handles.
Signed on the bottom.
DIMENSIONS
Height:...
Category
1960s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Metal and Enamel Plaques with Bamboo Frame, France, Late 19th Century
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of metal and enamel plaques with bamboo frame. France, late 19th century.
Japonisme style.
Each plaque dimensions: 5 cm depth x 68 cm width x 93 cm height.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Carved and Patinated Wood Table, France, Late 19th Century
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Carved and patinated wood table, France, late 19th century.
Attributed to Gabriel Viardot.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Wood
Japanese Rosewood Hand Carved Pedestal
Located in Tarzana, CA
Japanese rosewood hand carved pedestal.
Japan, circa 1920
Measures: Height 24", width 19".
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
French Japonisme Style Gilt Bronze and Faience Standing Jardinière
Located in London, GB
French Japonisme style gilt bronze and faience standing jardinière
French, late 19th century
Measures: Height 84cm, width 69cm, depth 48cm
Th...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Ormolu, Bronze
Pair of Lacquered and Gilt Bronze Antique Japonisme Vases
Located in London, GB
With an Arabesque rim and decorated with lizards, dragonflies and vines.
These unusual vases reflect the European fascination Japan at the turn of the century and delightfully inco...
Category
Early 20th Century French Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Style Clock attr. to L
Escalier de Cristal, France, Circa 1885
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Japanese clock in double patina bronze with suspended dial.
The portico and dial, with calligraphic Kanji numerals complemented by hands featuring an undulating dragon, are deco...
Category
1880s French Antique Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Late 19th Century Oil on Canvas of Japanese Figures by Francis Neydhart
By Francis Neydhart
Located in Dallas, TX
A realistic oil on canvas of a person with umbrella bowing to a monk standing on steps by artist Francis Neydhart, (1860-1948). Fronted by a sun-dappled street in front of a large bu...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Exquisite Pair of Chairs Attributed to Gabriel Viardot, France, circa 1890
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Rare and wonderful pair of "Pagoda" side chairs by Gabriel Viardot.
Mahogany, with ivory and bronze detailing. The back medallions feature a dragon.
Newly reupholstered with ve...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Japonisme Furniture
Vintage kimono textile art " Turquoise Forest ~ Strength ~ " by ikasu Blue Japan
By Kimono ikasu
Located in Setagaya City, JP
Fabrics featuring iconic Japanese plants like chrysanthemum, maple, and bamboo were gathered from various long underwear and kimono pieces to create a set of canvases (diameter 30, 25 and 20cm) showcasing exquisite gradations.
The top canvas, in pristine white, originates from long under-kimono, while the middle and bottom canvases are skillfully upcycled from kimono fabrics.
<< Period / Story
The long under-kimono and kimono fabrics used in these canvases were originally crafted and worn during the late Showa period (1960-80ies).
<< Explanation and meaning of pattern and colors
The pattern on the top canvas features a chrysanthemum, an auspicious emblem symbolizing longevity. It is affectionately referred to as the "raccoon dog chrysanthemum" due to the large, overlapping petals resembling the fur of a muzina, a creature similar to a raccoon dog or badger. This motif is highly popular in various plant-inspired designs and frequently seen in Edo komon, katazome, and jimon textiles.
The top canvas naga-juban under-kimono, being entirely white and devoid of any additional dyes, suggests its use as formal wear. Its pristine white hue accentuates the silk's luster when exposed to light and highlights the beauty of the woven patterns.
The fabric used here is rinzu, a type of fabric thinner than crepe de chine, characterized by its soft, smooth texture and subtle sheen. This particular lintel distinguishes itself with the way its ground pattern emerges and also incorporates a woven chrysanthemum pattern.
The central canvas showcases a maple tree, symbolizing longevity, which changes its colors with the seasons, bringing joy and happiness to people's lives.
The bamboo featured on the lower canvas has been regarded as a symbol of good fortune since ancient times, given its straight and vigorous growth, along with the Chinese legend that a phoenix consumes its fruit. It embodies concepts such as "immortality," "longevity," and "strength" because it remains green even in winter. The hollow stem also signifies "innocence," suggesting that there are no hidden agendas.
All three canvases are adorned with ground patterns that, when viewed from a distance, appear as modern works of art, yet upon closer inspection, they reveal a distinct Japanese ambiance.
<< Characteristics of the fabric
All three canvases are made of fabrics with jimon. The unique and high level of Japanese weaving...
Category
1970s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Silk
Framed Japanese Ink Painting Hidaka Tetsuo
Located in Atlanta, GA
An ink painting on the fan surface by Japanese Zen artist Hidaka Tetsuo (1791-1871), now framed in a traditional Japanese carved wood frame with silk fabric mat and decorative hangin...
Category
1850s Japanese Antique Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paper
Throw Kashimea 481
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
This is a yarn-dyed jacquard throw in a natural cream colour adorned with a stylish tone-on-tone K三 relief monogram and border.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Fabric
$2,087 / item
Throw Koko 60
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
The KOKO collection is composed of yarn-dyed jacquard throws with tone-on-tone
fringes and a K三 monogram pattern. This throw is a rich black colour with an elegant and solemn feel.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Fabric
$661 / item
Throw Kat 160
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
This light throw is a rich black colour adorned with a Japanese Kintsugi pattern and a K三 monogram. The Kintsugi process is symbolic of resilience and rejuvenation.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Fabric
$661 / item
Cushion Phoenix 40
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
Square cushion in a natural gold colour with a delicate, tone-on-tone phoenix embroidery framed with contrasting, multicolour fabric. The phoenix is a Japanese symbol for rebirth and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Satin
$665 / item
Throw Kashimea 612
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
This is a yarn-dyed jacquard throw in a vibrant green colour adorned with a stylish pink K三 relief monogram and border.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Fabric
$2,087 / item
Throw Edeum 211
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
The EDEUM collection is composed of yarn-dyed jacquard throws with plume patterns and short fringes. This throw is a natural cream colour lending an elegance to the piece and reflect...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Fabric
$619 / item
Cushion Phoenix 65
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
Square cushion in an sky blue colour with a delicate, tone-on-tone phoenix embroidery framed with contrasting, multicolour fabric. The phoenix is a Japanese symbol for rebirth and lo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Satin
$665 / item
Charles K Pouf
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
This exceptionally soft and comfortable pouf is upholstered in the double-faced Kaede fabric, featuring a dynamic black and white pattern with feather motifs. It is the perfect compa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Wood
$2,297 / item
Hector Side Table
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
Bold and innovative in its design, this low side table has a unique and sophisticated character that enlivens modern living spaces. The sleek round shape is crafted from wood fibre a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Wood
$7,747 / item
Throw Edeum 481
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
The EDEUM collection is composed of yarn-dyed jacquard throws with plume patterns and short fringes. This throw is a beige colour with a contrasting white pattern that lends an elega...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Fabric
$619 / item
Footrest Warabi 148
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
This is a jacquard cube pouf, seat in natural green and orange tones. Each edge of the pouf is divided by thin, gold sateen piping. The patterns on the pouf include rich 3D green lea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Fabric
$1,204 / item
Cushion Phoenix 50
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
Square cushion in a rich blue colour with a delicate, tone-on-tone phoenix embroidery framed with contrasting, multicolour fabric. The phoenix is a Japanese symbol for rebirth and lo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Satin
$665 / item
Throw Edeum 601
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
The EDEUM collection is composed of yarn-dyed jacquard throws with plume patterns and short fringes. This throw is an intense black colour with a contrasting white pattern, reflectin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Fabric
$619 / item
Throw Koko 32
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
The KOKO collection is composed of yarn-dyed jacquard throws with tone-on-tone
fringes and a K三 monogram pattern. This throw is an elegant gray colour with a bold and modern feel.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Fabric
$661 / item
Throw Tan Sai 742
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
This is a rich blue jacquard throw decorated with a pattern of large, elegant peonies and short fringes. The peony flower is a Japanese symbol for good ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Fabric
$748 / item
Throw Kashimea 604
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
This is a yarn-dyed jacquard throw in a rich black colour adorned with a stylish gold K三 relief monogram and border.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Fabric
$2,087 / item
Footrest Pivoine 121
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
This is a pouf, cube seat in a natural cream colour with gold detailing made with jacquard fabrics. The different patterns on the sides of the pouf are beautifully designed with smal...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Fabric
$1,204 / item
Cushion Phoenix 56
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
Square cushion in a vibrant red colour with a delicate, tone-on-tone phoenix embroidery framed with contrasting, multicolour fabric. The phoenix is a Japanese symbol for rebirth and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Satin
$665 / item
Footrest Hanatsugi 156
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
This jacquard cube pouf, seat is a vibrant red colour with metallic, lurex threads and a Kintsugi pattern. The pouf is beautifully designed with small floral patterns and geometric f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Fabric
$1,204 / item
Cushion Phoenix 59
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
Square cushion in a vibrant orange colour with a delicate, tone-on-tone phoenix embroidery framed with contrasting, multicolour fabric. The phoenix is a Japanese symbol for rebirth a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Satin
$665 / item
Camille Black and White Bench
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
Reminiscent of an artistic collage inspired by Japanese aesthetics, this bench is upholstered in the unique Hanatsugi-Sakura jacquard fabric, featuring an extraordinary patchwork wit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Wood
$3,090 / item
Footrest Doubustu Gara 148
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
This is a flame retardent velvet cube pouf, seat in natural brown and gold tones. Each edge of the pouf is divided by thin, gold sateen piping. The patterns on the pouf are designed ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Fabric
$1,204 / item
Throw Taigaa 481
By Kenzo Takada
Located in Cadorago, CO
This is a jacquard throw decorated with a stunning animal print and fringes. The animalistic theme is reminiscent of the jungle and the natural elements...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Fabric
$734 / item
White Porcelain Lamp by Pillivuyt, Japonisme, France, circa 1970
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Beautiful white porcelain living room lamp.
Far Eastern inspiration / Japonism, France, circa 1970-1980.
Stamped "Pillivuyt France Porcelain since 1...
Category
1970s French Vintage Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$1,148 Sale Price
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Pr. 19 C. French Japonisme Gilt Bronze
Marble Mounted Porcelain Vases, Malpass
Located in New York, NY
A Fine Pair of 19th-Century French Japonisme Gilt Bronze-Mounted Porcelain Vases with Double Handles, Resting on Black Marble Bases, by Louis Pierre Malpass. The vases have an elonga...
Category
1890s French Antique Japonisme Furniture
Materials
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze
Japonisme furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Japonisme furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, asian art and furniture, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Japonisme furniture made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and Japan pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Tiffany
Co., Gökhan Eryaman, İsmail Dağlı, and Makuzu Kozan. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $29 and tops out at $185,360 while the average work can sell for $2,527.
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