Monday, February 23, 2026

Having Way Too Much Fun

Georgian Style Red and Gold Japanned Secretary - 1stDibs


A chinoiserie piece I have long coveted is a red and gold lacquered secretary. Fine antique versions are tens of thousands of dollars and excellent reproductions can easily be over $10,000.

One of the things I love about dollhouse decorating is sourcing fabulous chinoiserie miniatures. I can create a perfect little chinoiserie world. I found two pieces over the weekend I am so happy with.

The first is this red chinoiserie secretary that will go in the living room of my new dollhouse.


Dollhouse Red Chinoiserie Secretary


Isn't this fabulous! Check out the 17 working drawers!



Dollhouse Red Chinoiserie Secretary


And I love corner chairs - I have two mahogany ones upholstered in wonderful blue and white chinoiserie fabrics. But check out this chinoiserie dollhouse one I scored on Etsy -


Chinoiserie Corner Chair


Isn't it gorgeous? If you are interested in miniatures, my favorite sources are definitely eBay and Etsy. I am primarily interested in unique vintage pieces and they both have so many. And eBay is no longer primarily auction based. Most pieces are Buy It Now and many have the option of making the seller an offer.





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