Japanese Meiji Period Carved HungMa Rosewood Antique Dragon Chair

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A stunning authentic antique Meiji Era (1867-1912) Japanese pearl and shell inlaid profusely hand carved hardwood chair with beautifully aged … Read more A stunning authentic antique Meiji Era (1867-1912) Japanese pearl and shell inlaid profusely hand carved hardwood chair with beautifully aged patina, warm rich coloring, dark grain detail, and interesting provenance!

Japan, turn of the late 19th / early 20th century, high-quality solid wood construction, crafted of the highest quality and highly sought-after warm rich dark purplish reddish Hong mu wood (Chinese rosewood similar to exotic purpleheart), likely for the export market, featuring an intricately hand carved and pierced openwork sculptural design.

Surmounted with opposing figural dragons with central flaming pearl and undulating serpentine shaped body crest, standing dragon reticulated splat with incised detailing, flanked by gently curved rounded square rails embellished with delicate mother of pearl and shell flower inlays, over spacious seat with richly figured square HungMa panel framed by planked border with molded edge, over heavily carved and pierced contoured skirt with scalloped edge, elegantly raised on short carved cabriole legs embellished with unusual foo dog guardian lion like mask knees, terminating in talon claw-and-ball feet.

- PROVENANCE / ACQUISITION:
Property from the magnificent estate of the late T. Boone Pickens (b.1928 -2019). An American business magnate, oil man, financier, billionaire and philanthropist.

The breadth of T. Boone Pickens' career is impressive. He built one of the largest independent natural gas oil companies in the United States and flourished as an entrepreneur thereafter, generating hundreds of billions of dollars in the process. Among his lengthy accolades, Time magazine has identified him one of its "100 Most Influential People", Financial World named him "CEO of the Decade" in 1989, and Oil and Gas Investor identified him as one of the "100 Most Influential People of the Petroleum Century."

Acquired from the above consigner through the highly reputable auction house J. Garrett Auctioneers, Dallas, Texas. September 2022 MORE of T. Boone Pickens' Estate catalog, lot #0656

- DIMENSIONSDIMENSIONS: (approx)
41.25" Tall, 19" Wide, 22" Deep;

Seat height: 17"
Seat width: 17.25
Seat Depth: 17"/15"

*Please note, at the time of writing this we have a similarly styled Japanese writing table from the same estate is available. Shown in some photos, the library table / writing desk is not included, please see our other listings to purchase*

**Additional photos of available upon request**

We took photos in different lighting indoors and outdoors to provide the most accurate representation.

- CONDITION REPORT:
Overall in great antique condition, especially considering its around 120 years old.

Attractive appearance, with nicely aged dark patina, warmth, and rich luminous glow. Strong, sturdy, stable, structurally sound. Retaining original antique character marks and charm throughout, including minor worn finish and age spots, scattered nicks, chips, light scratches, rubbing, abrasion losses and buildup accretions, expected wear commensurate with age and use.

Delivered lightly cleaned, waxed, with hand rubbed patina finish, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment!

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