Description
This Antique Chinese Arm Chair is traditional known as "Southern Official-Hat Chairs" (NanGuanMaoYi)in ancient China. Intricate carvings of traditional Chinese design motif decorate the back splats of the chairs. Both the arms and the back splats of the chairs are carved with deep curves. The front panel underneath the seat is uniquely carved into "arch" shape". Original patina and wear. The chair is handcrafted and structured with wooden pegs and tenon structure, which is the very traditional craftsmanship for furniture making in ancient China. Made from elm wood with beautiful natural wood grain, the chair is very solid and has been kept in excellent condition. Circa early of 19th century. (this is a single chair)
Size: W23.5" x D21" x H41"
Condition:
Alterations: Unknown
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Made from elm wood with beautiful natural wood grain, the chair is very solid and has been kept in excellent condition.
Materials & Techniques:
Elm
Details:
Seat Height: 20.0in
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Number of Seats: 1
Size: W23.5" x D21" x H41"
Condition:
Alterations: Unknown
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Made from elm wood with beautiful natural wood grain, the chair is very solid and has been kept in excellent condition.
Materials & Techniques:
Elm
Details:
Seat Height: 20.0in
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Number of Seats: 1
Condition
Unknown; Some Imperfections; Made from elm wood with beautiful natural wood grain, the chair is very solid and has been kept in excellent condition.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
41 x 23.5 x 21 in
Antique Chinese Ming Arm Chair, Circa 1800-1849
Estimate $260-$450
Starting Bid
$130
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