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Description
Set of four late Qing dynasty Ming inspired "Officials Hat" side chairs. Made from elm with traditional yoke back, contoured splat, paneled seat and jointed legs with serpentine aprons. The chairs are constructed via mortise and tenon joinery. Includes four upholstered cushions that attach to the chair stiles via velcro.
The Chinese term ‘official’s cap chair’ (guanmaoyi) has yet to be discovered in pre-20th century texts. Nonetheless, the name reflects the shape of the sculpted crestrail, which appears like a winged official’s hat; it also may suggest the common use by officials. The Chinese term ‘chair with four protruding ends’ (sichutou yizi) describes the extended crestrail and handgrips, which may be truncated with flat ends or finished like calligraphic brushstroke with rounded or lilted ends.
Condition
Good Antique Condition; Gentle wear from use and age. Stain to one side of cushion
Dimensions
18" x 17" x 37"h, seat 17" without cushion