Elm Chinese Officials Hat Chair - 19thC Material - Copper The perfect gift for a

The perfect gift for a partner

5 x 23 x 49 (wxdxh cms)

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Snow lions were often depicted in Tibetan art and were often depicted in pairs illustrating the close friendship that China and Tibet shared over many centuries

Elm Chinese Officials Hat Chair - 19thC Material - Copper The perfect gift for aOfficials Hat Chair Armchair Elm 19thC These chairs were known as officials hat chairs because the shape of the back was reminiscent of an officials hat They are usually made from elm or red elm, but walnut is also found in North China. They were made in pairs and it is very rare to find larger sets. However an attractive harlequin set can be made from different pairs. Hat chairs were usually placed each side of a wine or tea table. From China 56 x 44