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chinoiserie

/ʃiːnˌwɑː.zərˈiː/

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noun

/ʃiːnˌwɑː.zərˈiː/C2formalart
  • ruСтиль в искусстве, дизайне и декоре, отражающий китайское влияние, характеризующийся изысканным убранством и замысловатыми узорами.

A style in art, design, and decoration that reflects Chinese influence, characterized by elaborate decoration and intricate patterns.

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  1. Artistic styleC1formalart

    A decorative style in Western art, furniture, and architecture that reflects Chinese influences, often featuring elaborate patterns, pagodas, and motifs.

    ruШинуазри

    • The palace's drawing room was decorated in the chinoiserie style.
    • Collectors prize 18th-century chinoiserie furniture for its intricate lacquer work.
    • The wallpaper featured a classic chinoiserie pattern of birds and blossoms.
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  • chinoiserie's possessive singular form