Hollywood Regency: American Design Under the Influence of Chinoiserie

Abstract: Building on the historical development and design characteristics of Chinoiserie in America, this study examines history as a catalyst for design and investigates how design shapes society and culture. By constructing a historical narrative that links Europe with colonial and post-colonial America from both political and economic perspectives, the research elucidates the profound influence of Chinoiserie on the Hollywood Regency style. Europeans and Americans alike infused Chinoiserie with distinctive, dreamlike qualities, establishing it as a crucial source of inspiration for Hollywood Regency design.

Keywords: Chinoiserie, Hollywood Regency style, American design, historical influence, cultural impact.

DOI: 10.54941/ahfe1005603

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