If you are an avid reader of my journals, you will notice that I love the beautiful world of Chinoiserie. A decorative art that goes far back in Chinese and East Asian history. An artistic decorative tradition born of love for the art, it was adopted by Europe and quickly exploded in popularity.
It has become a timeless art, evident when you observe the historical timelines of the interior world.
In this era, an authentic Chinese Imperial Chinoiserie antique can cost up to a cool USD 83 million / GBP 43 million, like The Qianlong "Bainbridge" Famille-Rose Vase. Other European Chinoiseries like the rare Johann Gregorius Horoldt decorated chinoiserie matching garnitures (vases and Jars) were sold at auction for USD 1 million to 2.5 million.
We have been decorating our homes with chinoiserie art since the early 17 century with chinoiserie vases, dinning ware and wallpaper. The trend, which was previously dominated by the wealthy, has been making comebacks ever since and is now enjoyed by many, especially art and interior enthusiasts. Today it is one of the most Timeless Interior decor styles around.
"Chinoiserie wallpaper embodies a timeless trend in interior design, captivating audiences with its intricate patterns and exotic allure." - By Giffy Walls.
Would you like to know how you can incorporate this beautiful artistry into your home decor?
Let's ravish these 5 chinoiserie decor styles.
Nature's Nest Chinoiserie
A healing teal green with a healing vision of a pond and trees full of lovely little birds. The trees are blossoming with pretty pink flowers, making the scene visually pleasing. Notice the vintage-style wooden curved armchairs with beautiful floral cushions. Herringbone flooring adds further visual interest and texture.
To add to the whole chinoiserie vibe, they added stunning chinoiserie vases of different colours to match the wallpaper as well as the traditional blue and white chinoiserie. The ornate gold on the drawer and door enhances the already existing opulence.
La Bougle Antique Chinoiserie
This is the home of the talented interior decorator Michael S Smith and his partner James Costos. The dining room is beautifully adorned with La Bougle antique Chinoiserie silk wall Paneling on cool, relaxing sky blue coloured walls. The walls were previously covered in a healing green chinoiserie pattern; it looks like Michael did a reno on his dining room.
The plain white dining chairs give a good contrast to the sleek brown dining table as well as allow the chinoiserie patterns to shine and not make the room feel too busy.
Curated Traditional Maximalism
For maximalist lovers rejecting the stark minimalism, this is exactly that, cozy maximalist curated full of the owners collection of antiquities, vintage pieces and art. Full and fluffy, with various patterned cushions and florals to give the room an old-money classic cottage-style feel.
The owner's curated pieces make this room unique to the owner, and the blue and white chinoiserie, together with other colours, make the room feel expensive. A vintage style glossy black and gold coffee table adds that classic interior look.
Mural Chinoiserie
Surreal warm pink chinoiserie mural wallpaper embellishes this bathroom. To complement this interior style, a marble-look surface, gold mirror, gold taps and lighting have been added to enhance the glamour in this bathroom, making it look like a luxurious sanctuary.
East Asian Indigo Glam
This style takes you to East Asian glamour with the rich indigo colours, black and gold. It's giving Japanese glam. The plush curved cream sofa and rug break up the rich dark colours, then continue that mood with the plush indigo cushions.
The lacquerware indigo coffee table with gold adds that rich marble look, adding opulence to the decor. Not forgetting the antique wood and gold side table adding some rich history and classic glam to the room. The whole decor also give that famous traditional blue and white chinoiserie ambiance.
