Décor Dictionary: Chinoiserie
A Chinoiserie inspired Interior by Katie Rosenfeld
Chinoiserie: is a French term (meaning “Chinese-esque”) referring to a style in art and decoration reflecting Chinese designs or motifs. A popular style of decoration in Europe since the mid-to-late 1600s, Chinese influences were often mixed in with the more European Rococo style. The Style often features decorative Chinese latticework, lacquer and gold, bamboo, and wallpaper & ceramics featuring orient-inspired toiles, Chinese landscapes and foliage.
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Posted on September 22, 2011, in Décor Dictionary and tagged China, Chinoiserie, Décor Dictionary, Décor Terms, Decor, Furniture, Interior Design. Bookmark the permalink. 7 Comments.
Some of the finest examples of both “Chinoiserie” & “Indienne” can be found at Brighton Pavilion, also known as The Royal Pavilion, Brighton.
After checking out the Royal Pavilion’s website, I found the quote below:
Simply stunning. Not my personal style but I adore the wall color, mirror and chest!
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