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Chinoiserie Definition
In relation to antiques, the word is related to European artistic style. It is a decorative style used in furniture and architecture during the 18th century. The technique utilizes Chinese motifs and fanciful imagery of China. In a broader concept, the word is used to denote a combination of Eastern and Western stylistic components in both decoration and form.
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