Elm Chinese Officials Hat Chair From Shanxi - 19thC Material - Kair Wood Handcrafted in Udaipur

Handcrafted in Udaipur

This piece breaks down into multiple sections to allow for easy transport

This lamp can be hung on a wall simply by turning the feet in line with the frame

where pattern becomes narrative and decoration becomes storytelling

resulting in a timeless textile that combines comfort

Elm Chinese Officials Hat Chair From Shanxi - 19thC Material - Kair Wood Handcrafted in UdaipurThese 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 was originally lacquered with a burgundy lacquer which has since mostly worn away. They were made in pairs and it is very rare to find larger sets