Chinoiserie Art

Choosing Chinoiserie Wall Art & East Asian Inspired Paintings

Chinoiserie art draws on Chinese and East Asian decorative traditions: pheasants and cranes among blossoms, misty blue-green mountains, bamboo and willow, porcelain vases of peonies and ink-style landscapes. This collection gathers hand-painted pieces in that spirit, from rich gold-ground bird and flower scenes to soft pastel mountain landscapes with thick, sculpted texture.

What defines chinoiserie style?

Look for decorative motifs from East Asian art, birds, flowers, pines, mountains and porcelain, arranged with a sense of balance and symbolism. Cranes and pines traditionally suggest longevity; peonies suggest prosperity; plum blossom suggests resilience.

Which rooms suit chinoiserie art?

Chinoiserie suits dining rooms, living rooms, entryways and studies, especially with dark wood, lacquer, brass, blue and white ceramics or silk textiles. Softer pastel mountain landscapes also suit bedrooms.

Gold ground or pastel?

Gold and amber grounds feel luxurious and formal; jade and teal feel rich and calm; pastel coral and mint mountains feel fresh and modern. Choose based on how formal the room is.

What size works best?

Panoramic scenes suit long walls above sofas and sideboards, like a painted screen. Tall panels suit narrow walls or a pair flanking a doorway. Diptychs and triptychs of mountains spread across long walls.

How are they finished?

Each painting is made by hand after you order. Gold and black frames suit decorative pieces; natural wood suits landscapes. All designs are available rolled, stretched or framed. See also ukiyo-e art.

Explore related collections: Floral Wall Art & Flower Paintings · Still Life Wall Art & Paintings.

Before you order

Avoryne paintings are made to order from selected designs. A design may be painted more than once, with natural variations in brushwork, color, and surface details. We share a finished-painting preview for approval before dispatch. Confirm the available size, finish, and timing for your chosen artwork.

Read our sofa art sizing guide and canvas and framing guide. For a different size or palette, discuss a custom painting. Designers can explore the Trade Program, with no minimum order quantity and project-specific pricing and timing.