Chinioserie or Chinese-esque started to become very popular during the Victorian period even though it was first introduced in Georgian times. This beautifully hand painted furniture in a slightly flamboyant style will make your study look incredible.

The style can be mixed with others miniatures in this series.

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Chippendale (1718 - 1778) was born in Yorkshire but did most of his work in London during the mid Georgian period.

Other than his distinctive furniture he also published in 1754 an extremely influential book called "Cabinet Maker's Director" ( a digitised version is available here ). In this book he describes his Gothic, Chinese and Modern Taste furniture, who popularised his work from then on.

The Chippendale Chinese style has been reproduced in this secretary. An original shows how accurately our miniature follows Chippendale's design. Pictures of an original can be seen here and here .

The detail starts with typical claw and ball feet. Inside there are document compartments of various sizes and drawers that all open. Behind the drop-down desk working area are more document compartments and small drawers. The whole is decorated by hand painted Chinese themes. This fabulous reproduction, with its matching styled chair, simply oozes the spirit of Thomas Chippendale.

Chinioserie or Chinese-esque came into fashion in France in the 17th Century and quickly spread through Europe. This beautifully artistic study set emulates that tradition.

The Chinese motives are all hand painted, which makes each and every item quite unique. Inside the desk's drop-down writing surface are drawers that individually open as well as small document boxes. The chair and tea table are all decorated with the same care as the desk.

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This Louis XVI (1774 - 1791) style secretary desk is very tastefully decorated with gold patterning and authentic features. It includes a delicate lattice around the top and in keeping with the original, it has beautifully crafted legs.

It has six fully working external drawers and more drawers and document boxes available when the roll-top is opened. It is accompanied by a chair with full padded upholstery and an occasional table, which is designed to hold books.

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The desk back is intricately carved and has a leather top, just what you would expect on the real thing. The chair is also upholstered with leather, adding to the sophisticated look of this set. The bookcase door opens to reveal the fine workmanship and a mirrored back. This set makes a study that you would dream of having in real life.

Unfortunately the arm chair and foot stool are no longer available.

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