Iconic Chinoiserie Pieces/The Wicker Elephant Stand

1stDibs

 

The wicker elephant stand/table/stool is an iconic chinoiserie piece that is very collectible. Nice vintage ones have gotten harder to find and go for very high prices on places like Chairish and 1stDibs. I really like them spray painted in fun colors and it's so easy to do. A perfect DIY anyone can handle. First, some inspiration.

Gold Spray Paint + Chinoiserie = Glamour

There is no easier way to add glamour to a room than to spray paint a vintage Chinoiserie piece gold. Great candidates include a faux bamboo chair, a pagoda chandelier, a Chinese Chippendale chair, a lamp, foo dogs, or a fretwork table.

A favorite trick of mine is to spray paint in gold plastic animals like elephants and giraffes, from places like Michaels or Target, to add a touch of glamour to a dresser, bar cart, or desk.