These wide and sturdy chairs conveys the power and authority of its user. A reddish brown finish that has aged very gracefully. .. previous     back     next ..	Pair of Ming Chairs One of the most graceful chair designs is the horseshoe armchair, which originated in the time of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Classic Chinese furniture is unique for many reasons, including its exquisite carvings, rare woods and joinery that did not use any nails. Hundreds of different joinery techniques were available to the master craftsmen and Chinese joinery is an art form in itself. Ming furniture has clean, elegant lines with graceful curved details. Often lattice designs are used to create a light open structure. Carvings are minimal and restrained. During the later Qing era (1644-1911), elaborate carvings and figured open-work became the fashion, but during the Ming, the wood was allowed to speak for itself.
		Dimensions 22"D x 24"W x 34"H $15,000 and above $5,000-$15,000 $5,000 and below

       


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