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Pair of Qing Dynasty Hongmu Armchairs

$25,029per set
£18,000per set
€21,308.24per set
CA$34,166.47per set
A$38,429.71per set
CHF 19,932.65per set
MX$466,180.32per set
NOK 252,734.19per set
SEK 237,837.02per set
DKK 158,965.55per set
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About the Item

This pair of carved Chinese hongmu or rosewood armchairs date from the late Qing Dynasty, and combine extravagance and opulence with style and refinement. They are adorned with mythological motifs, typical of this period, the major decoration here being these dragons, both above and below the panelled seat. The twisting bodies of the backrest and the arms, the curving forms of the serpents, are entirely free-standing, with no other support, and are placed upon a perfectly flat panelled seat, creating a pleasing contrast between the curved and orthogonal elements. The ends of the arms constitute the most striking areas: a pair of large and skilfully carved, open-mouthed dragon heads, flanking the sitter. Below, there is a frame with swirling clouds and dragons, this time carved in low relief: such that the multiple tiers of the chairs each exhibit different but harmonious manners of sculpture.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32.09 in (81.5 cm)Width: 29.14 in (74 cm)Depth: 21.07 in (53.5 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Qing (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1900-1950
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 134381stDibs: 130705956368

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