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Ch'ing Garden 5-pc Setting

18th century Chinese hand painted wallpaper in the dining room of the Lightfoot House in Colonial Williamsburg was the inspiration for this exquisite pattern. The decoration incorporates blossoming trees, hanging baskets of flowers and exotic birds. Chinese decorative arts, known as Chinoiserie, were popular in the 18th century and continue to be today.

A favorite with brides, Mottahedeh specializes in luxurious patterns and unique, elegant shapes that are reproduced from china found in museums and historical societies. The patterns feature complex and vibrant colors, and hand-painted gold decoration. The pieces are surprisingly fresh and timely, and look wonderful in both contemporary and traditional dining rooms.