Chinese Elm Horseshoe Chair - Late 19thC
This exceptionally good antique Chinese horseshoe chair dates to the 19th century and is constructed from elm & blackwood.
The horseshoe chair design originated in the Ming dynasty (1368 -1644) more than 500 years ago. The most iconic and one of the most graceful of Chinese chair designs, yuanyiĀ (meaning round chair) were given the name horseshoe chair by westerners.
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The rattan seat has been replaced as so many were damaged in the 20th century. At the same time the legs were repaired.Ā A ruyi symbol can be seen carved into the back.Ā
From China
62 x 46.5 x 97 (wxdxh cms)
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£40
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Chinese Elm Horseshoe Chair - Late 19thC
This exceptionally good antique Chinese horseshoe chair dates to the 19th century and is constructed from elm & blackwood.
The horseshoe chair design originated in the Ming dynasty (1368 -1644) more than 500 years ago. The most iconic and one of the most graceful of Chinese chair designs, yuanyiĀ (meaning round chair) were given the name horseshoe chair by westerners.
Ā
The rattan seat has been replaced as so many were damaged in the 20th century. At the same time the legs were repaired.Ā A ruyi symbol can be seen carved into the back.Ā
From China
62 x 46.5 x 97 (wxdxh cms)
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£40
More delivery options available at checkout
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This exceptionally good antique Chinese horseshoe chair dates to the 19th century and is constructed from elm & blackwood.
The horseshoe chair design originated in the Ming dynasty (1368 -1644) more than 500 years ago. The most iconic and one of the most graceful of Chinese chair designs, yuanyiĀ (meaning round chair) were given the name horseshoe chair by westerners.
Ā
The rattan seat has been replaced as so many were damaged in the 20th century. At the same time the legs were repaired.Ā A ruyi symbol can be seen carved into the back.Ā
From China
62 x 46.5 x 97 (wxdxh cms)
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£40
More delivery options available at checkout
