Guest Picks: Chic Black and White Chinoiserie
Go for Eastern elegance with accessories, statues and furniture pieces that have graphic appeal
Decorating with black and white is a hot trend for 2014. Adding pieces in black and white gives any room, regardless of its style or color scheme, a classic, elegant, graphic and modern ambience. In rooms with lots of color, black and white pieces ground the space, making it more sophisticated. In a beige or monochromatic room, black and white touches eliminate boredom and add a wow factor. An all-black-and-white room is chic and modern, yet timeless and elegant. I have selected some great chinoiserie picks that will do the trick in your home. — Beth from Chinoiserie Chic
Black Hollywood Ribbon Loop Dining Chair
The iconic loop chair in black and white is one of my favorites. It mixes so well with chinoiserie. Use it in a dining room, living room or workspace for real glamour.
Chinese Chippendale Mirror, White
An iconic Chinese Chippendale pagoda mirror could be the focal point of an entryway or dining room.
Greek Key Flat Wool Rug, Black and White
A Greek key flat-weave wool rug like this one would add a geometric element.
Ancestor Figures, Set of 3
These three blanc de Chine sculptures represent three generations of Qing Dynasty emperors: the grandfather, the father and the son. They’re a chinoiserie classic and would be a lovely addition to a mantel.
Classic Ceramic Black Garden Stool
Used indoors or out as an accent or a side table, this simple black Chinese garden stool could not be more elegant.
Bamboo Lantern
Hang this white faux bamboo lantern in multiples over a kitchen island or dining room table.
Porcelain 18-Inch Solid Black Temple Jar
I want a pair of these dramatic gleaming black ginger jars in front of my fireplace.
Happy Chic by Jonathan Adler Elizabeth Foo Dog Bookends, Set of 2
White foo dogs by Jonathan Adler — at a great price! — are perfect anywhere.
Small Double-Gourd Lamp With Lucite Base, Black Finish
I love the Lucite base of this chic double-gourd lamp. It’s such a great piece.
Dayna Counter Stool, Rubbed White
Stunning Chinese Chippendale counter chairs are so hard to find! This one even comes at a great price.
Chinese Chippendale Writing Desk, Black Distress
This Chinese Chippendale desk is a showstopper. It’s available in two sizes; I think the smaller one could be used as a console table.
Westwind Dragon Head
This blanc de Chine dragon head is a beautifully detailed piece to display on a bookcase or étagère.
Black Tang Horse
These black Tang Dynasty horses are such a classic and have a bold presence. They’d be perfect on a sideboard or console.
Tatum Bench
This modern white fretwork bench would be amazing in an entryway or at the foot of a bed.
Palm Springs Cocktail Napkins, Set of 4
Trina Turk’s Palm Springs embroidered cocktail napkins in black and white belong on a very chic bar.
Charlotte Chippendale Dining Armchair, White Painted Finish
A gorgeous Chinese Chippendale chair with exquisite attention to detail is a must for every lover of chinoiserie.
Porcelain 12-Inch Solid Black Vase Jar
This black melon jar has such elegant lines. It would be lovely on a dining room sideboard or an entryway table.
Oriental 2-Drawer Chest, White Lacquer
I’d love this very elegant white lacquer Greek key chest with a mirrored top as a bedside table.
Robert Abbey A281X Small Triple Gourd 1 Light Table Lamp in Lily
The triple-gourd lamp is now a modern classic.
Black Velvet Regency Pillow
Add this gorgeous black velvet pillow with a Greek key pattern to any sofa or chair for instant glamour.
Imperial Dragon Garden Stool
This black garden stool painted with gold dragons and clouds is a beautiful piece. And I think we all know how versatile Chinese garden stools are.
Emperor’s Dragon
This white Chinese dragon is a stunning and dramatic piece. I’d place it on my mantel.
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