Walnut Chinese Officials Hat Chair From Shanxi - 19thC Vintage Throws Features: Hand-carved circular form with

Features: Hand-carved circular form with integral feet and naturally worn surface

In it's centre is a dragon which represents various phases of the equinox as well as as being a symbol of heaven and the power of spring

This characterful 19th-century elm saddle stool is crafted from a substantial slab of solid elm

The front falls open to reveal a calligraphic papered interior

Chinese Kang cabinets can also be used behind a sofa or as a coffee table

Walnut Chinese Officials Hat Chair From Shanxi - 19thC Vintage Throws Features: Hand-carved circular form withThese antique Chinese chairs were known as officials hat chairs because the shape of the back was reminiscent of an officials hat. They were often made in pairs for a husband and wife. They are usually made from elm or red elm, but examples made in walnut is also found in North China. This particular chair is made from walnut and elm. Hat chairs were usually placed each side of a wine or tea table and can be seen depicted in ancestor portraits and