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Antique 18th Century Chinese Yoke-Back Armchair in Lacquered Pearwood

$4,713.53
£3,513.32
€3,975
CA$6,468.31
A$7,242.78
CHF 3,778.92
MX$88,248.02
NOK 47,951.84
SEK 45,589.44
DKK 30,264.17
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Antique 18th Century Chinese Yoke-Back Armchair in Lacquered Pearwood. A stunning antique Chinese yoke-back armchair from the 18th century. A remarkable design - quintessentially Chinese and of monumental proportions. Should have been a chair for someone important. The design rooted in the Ming-style from several hundred years before this chair was created - showing straight and strict proportions combined with sculptural and flowing shapes all hand carved from solid wood. Remarkable to see a chair this 'boxy' could be so sculptural and dynamic in appearance. Also, this chair is quite comfortable to sit in. Whereas in Japan it was the custom to kneel on the floor or to squat on cushions, chairs were the rule in China from an early date - both for dining and relaxing. Chairs with arms were more honorific than those without and both kinds were for men - women sat on stools. The design of these antique Chinese chairs has been very influential in the West, notably the beautiful and simple lines of the Ming style chairs. Our chair is showing its original oxblood red lacquer on several spots - a wonderful color. Highly original and great patina overall - a wonderful wabi sabi style addition to any interior. About ORNAMENTUM ORNAMENTUM - where we find perfection in imperfection, love a good patina and are always on the lookout for wonderful and unique pieces both vintage and antique. We are based in Belgium near the Dutch border.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 47.25 in (120 cm)Width: 25.2 in (64 cm)Depth: 23.63 in (60 cm)Seat Height: 20.48 in (52 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Pearwood,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    China
  • Period:
    18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1700-1800
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Meer, BE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9952245611232

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