chinoiserie
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.
an object decorated in this style or an example of this style: The clock was an interesting chinoiserie.
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How to use chinoiserie in a sentence
Stripes pair well with fluid motifs, such as florals and chinoiserie, but they also work with busy geometric patterns.
How to incorporate 7 popular patterns in your home, according to experts | Marissa Hermanson | January 12, 2021 | Washington PostThe Duchess looked elegant in a pale grey coat over a hand-painted silk floral “chinoiserie” dress by Jenny Packham.
William, Kate and Harry Attend Wedding of Diana's Niece | Tom Sykes | June 11, 2012 | THE DAILY BEASTRecently I planned a small boudoir in a country house that depended on a gay chinoiserie paper for its charm.
The House in Good Taste | Elsie de WolfeMrs. Frederick Havemeyer has a similar bed covered with a chinoiserie chintz.
The House in Good Taste | Elsie de WolfeGarner shows a Lambeth mug embodying this style of decoration combined with a suggestion of chinoiserie around the waist.
The Cultural History of Marlborough, Virginia | C. Malcolm Watkins
British Dictionary definitions for chinoiserie
/ (ʃiːnˌwɑːzəˈriː, -ˈwɑːzərɪ) /
a style of decorative or fine art based on imitations of Chinese motifs
an object or objects in this style
Origin of chinoiserie
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