Pair of Decorative Southern Official Chairs d160 although we can make larger

although we can make larger versions on request

this beautifully simple black lacquer low table is designed on the 'lute tables' used by the Chinese when seated on the floor to play musical instruments

here in light elm

mounted on a hardwood stand

or use it in a bathroom to hold towels and toiletries

Pair of Decorative Southern Official Chairs d160 although we can make largerShanxi, circa 1860 These unusual chairs, with a straight, rounded top rail and decorative carved apron, are from Shanxi province in central China, made from elm. The turned central posts supporting the arms are a detail rarely seen in Chinese furniture and are in contrast with the plain, curved back rest. The relief carvings on the panel below the seat show a geometrical, scrolling pattern, while the lower apron and spandrels around the four sides of