Monday, April 4, 2011

Chinoiserie

Is there a more elegant and sophisticated pattern than chinoiserie? What looked amazing in Europe in the 1700′s, still looks current and beautiful today.  Chinoiserie, a pattern characterized by whimsical Chinese imagery, mixes Eastern and Western stylistic elements.

Pattern upon pattern, including chinoiserie, beautifully coexists in this living room.  It adds decadence and opulance.


Chinoiserie looks modern in today's interiors.

Layers of chinoiserie that reveal themselves while traveling from room to room add depth and glamour.


Elegant dining room walls, covered in fresh green chinoiserie, enliven the space.

Chinoiserie covered walls make a beautiful backdrop in this chic bedroom.

Used on the walls at Bergdorf Goodman chinoiserie appears fresh and modern.

Chinoiserie looks at home even in a laundry room.


A bright red chinoiserie enlivens this hall and makes a dramatic statement.

Pink chinoiserie is soft and romantic.

Chinoiserie makes the perfect backdrop for an ornate gold mirror with similar fanciful detailing.

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