Chinese Chippendale

Chinese Chippendale

noun
(especially in furniture) an English rococo style using Chinese or quasi-Chinese motifs.

Origin:
1920–25
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Chinese Chippendale
 
n
a.  a branch of Chippendale style in which Chinese styles and motifs are used
 b.  (as modifier): a Chinese Chippendale cabinet

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