This style of chair is known as the "official's hat chair" because the projections over the rear stiles resemble the knobs on the black hats once worn by high-ranking administrators in Ming Dynasty. These high-back chairs are handcrafted and structured with wooden pegs and a tenon structure, which is the very traditional craftsmanship for furniture making in ancient China. Intricate carvings of Chinese calligraphy "happiness" and "deer under plum tree" design decorate the back splat of the chairs. Both the arms and the back splats of the chairs are crafted with deep curves. The front openings underneath the seats are uniquely carved into "arch" shape with detailed carvings. Made from core of elmwood with beautiful wood grain, the chairs are very solid and have been kept in excellent condition. Original patina and wear.

Size: W26.5" x D21.5" x H48"


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Made from core of elmwood with beautiful wood grain, the chairs are very solid and have been kept in excellent condition. Original patina and wear.

Origin:
China

Materials & Techniques:
Elm

Details:
Seat Height: 20.0in
Country of Origin: China
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Number of Seats: 2

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Made from core of elmwood with beautiful wood grain, the chairs are very solid and have been kept in excellent condition. Original patina and wear.