Chinese Chippendale

noun

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

Chinese Chippendale

noun

1. 1. a branch of Chippendale style in which Chinese styles and motifs are used
   2. ( as modifier )

      a Chinese Chippendale cabinet

Word History and Origins

Origin of Chinese Chippendale¹

First recorded in 1920–25

Example Sentences

On a large platter rim the lattice-work is plain, somewhat reminiscent of so-called Chinese Chippendale design.

From Project Gutenberg

The tea-table was Chinese Chippendale and set with old Spode on a lacquered tray over a mosaic-embroidered linen tea-cloth.

From Project Gutenberg

He busied himself pouring out tea, then brought her cup and placed it beside her on a quaint little table of Chinese Chippendale.

From Project Gutenberg