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Trending Now: Chinoiserie

1/13/2018

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​​I studied fashion in school and like most people, very little of what I studied ever comes back to help me in my day-to-day life.  The only exception is the semester that I spent in a class called History of Textiles & Costumes.  I don't think a week goes by that I don't call upon something that I learned in that class. Although it was a fashion history class, it was taught from the perspective of how fashion is influenced by other design of the day, like art and architecture.  

That semester I learned about Bauhouse, Art Deco, Mod, and so many more design styles.  All of this information informs much of the work that I do now.  

Paul and I often stand back and look at our most recent furniture and decor acquisitions and will notice trends.  Lately that trend has been Chinoiserie.
Chinoiserie   [sheen-wah-zuh-ree]
1.
a style of ornamentation current chiefly in the 18th century in Europe, characterized by intricate patterns and an extensive use of motifs identified as Chinese.
2. an object decorated in this style or an example of this style: e.g. 
'The clock was an interesting chinoiserie.'
Framed hand painted silk.
Asian style walnut console table.
Pair of ceramic vases with brass details.
Pair of brass dragon candle holders.
Chinoiserie isn't new, it's been around since the 18th century, but it's making a comeback lately as interiors become more eclectic.  Decades ago, when you decided on a decorating style for a room or your entire home, you would faithfully stick to the chosen style.  

Today, interiors mix and match, antique mixes with mid-century, arts & crafts with brutalism, anything goes!  So, it isn't surprising that so many lovely chinoiserie items are making their way into our spaces.  

From wallpaper to vases, side tables to sofas, chinoiserie is showing up everywhere.
Trending now in home decor: Chinoiserie.


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​Chinoiserie vase, urn, and planter paired with an antique French mirror by Eric Ross Interiors.




​New chinoiserie tureen designed by Mottahedeh & Co.
Trending now in home decor: Chinoiserie.
Trending now in home decor: Chinoiserie.



​Spectacular hand painted Chinoiserie wall by Amy Aidinis Hirsch Interior Design
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​Chinese Chippendale dining chairs custom finished in a gold metallic finish by Charlotte & Ivy. 

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Trending now in home decor: Chinoiserie.
As you can see, a dash of chinoiserie can really add a little exotic splash to just about any room. Look around, maybe a bamboo side table, a blue and white vase, or a Chinese red buffet could find a home in your home!

​Talk soon!
​Johanna
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