Chinoiserie Facts

The term Chinoiserie derives from the French word chinois, meaning “Chinese”, or “after the Chinese taste”. It is a Western aesthetic inspired by Eastern design. Some of the most popular expressions of Chinoiserie we on folding screens and tea sets in the 18th and 19th centuries. The style become popular as trade with the Far East expanded then faded from popular style but experienced a resurgence during the 1920s and 30s.

We are offering a truly Exceptional Oversized Vintage Chinoiserie Floral Still Life Painting On Silk. Gorgeous pastel jewel tones of blue, pink and yellow with gold gouache border accents. I love the little insect perched on a leaf! Framed measurements 26” wide by 36” tall. Painting measures 20” x 30” visible within the matte. Frame is a gold leafed simple wood, a few corner nicks but still complimentary. Framed under glass. Simply stunning.

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