Antique Chinese Ming Arm Chairs, Circa 1800-1849 - A Pair

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This pair of Antique Chinese Arm Chairs is traditional known as "Southern Official-Hat Chairs" （南官帽椅）in ancient China. The chairs are … Read more This pair of Antique Chinese Arm Chairs is traditional known as "Southern Official-Hat Chairs" （南官帽椅）in ancient China. The chairs are handmade in simple yet elegant Ming style furniture. "Relief" carvings of traditional Chinese "scroll" design ornately decorate the back splats of the chairs. Both the arms and the back splats of the chairs are crafted with deep curves. The front panels underneath the seats are uniquely carved into "arch" shape". Original patina and wear. The chairs are 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, the chairs are very solid and kept in excellent condition. Circa early of 19th century.

Size: W24" x D20" x H41" See less