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Pair of 19th Century Chinese Official's Hat Chairs

$3,516.98per set
£2,647.93per set
€2,975per set
CA$4,853.97per set
A$5,437.51per set
CHF 2,828.18per set
MX$66,326.46per set
NOK 36,006.54per set
SEK 33,951.60per set
DKK 22,648.68per set

About the Item

19th century Chinese Official chair. Elmwood, original red and black lacquer. Back splat with vague remains of decorations (natural wear and tear). Carved scalloped aprons below the seat Named "Official's Hat Chair" as the chair mimics the brimmed hats of government workers in the curved head rail. From the Jiangsu province, China circa 1840. Sold as a pair.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 46.86 in (119 cm)Width: 22.45 in (57 cm)Depth: 18.51 in (47 cm)Seat Height: 20.87 in (53 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Qing (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Elm,Lacquered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1840-1850
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Kastrup, DK
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 102947 (kld)1stDibs: LU1007419115002

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