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This chair is im the style of an Official's Hat Armchair (known in Chinese as Guānmàoyǐ), a classic style of …
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This chair is im the style of an Official's Hat Armchair (known in Chinese as Guānmàoyǐ), a classic style of Chinese furniture dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties.
Key Features of this Type:Yoke-Back Crest Rail: The top horizontal rail curves like an ox yoke or the winged hat of a high-ranking Ming official.Carved Back Splat: The central vertical panel features traditional intricate carvings, often depicting auspicious symbols like medallions, clouds, or foliate motifs.S-Shaped Support: The contoured back splat and serpentine arms are designed for both an upright regal posture and ergonomic support.Construction: Typically made of hardwoods like elmwood or rosewood using traditional joinery, often finished with a dark or red lacquer.These chairs were traditionally symbols of status and authority,
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- Dimensions
- 22ʺW × 20ʺD × 42ʺH
- Styles
- Asian Antique
- Qing
- Seat Height
- 20.0 in
- Number of Seats
- 1
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Rosewood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- These chairs are Chinese "Official's Hat" armchairs (also known as a yoke-back or guanmaoyi), a classic design from the Ming … moreThese chairs are Chinese "Official's Hat" armchairs (also known as a yoke-back or guanmaoyi), a classic design from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Very solid and in excellent shape with wear commensurate with age. less
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