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A Pair Chinese Chairs (Export)
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A Pair Chinese Chairs (Export)

19th century
Description

An early 19th century pair of Anglo/Chinese rosewood Regency style chairs. Well turned rope twist back rails with stringing to the back splat, with downswept arms and sabre legs. Very finely caned seats.

Physical Dimensions
Height
93cm (36.61")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Declaration

Midwinter Antiques has dated these Chinese Export Regency Armchairs to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1054129
Description
An early 19th century pair of Anglo/Chinese rosewood Regency style chairs.
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Well turned rope twist back rails with stringing to the back splat, with downswept arms and sabre legs.
Midwinter Antiques

Very finely caned seats.

Height
93cm (36.61")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Date of Manufacture

Midwinter Antiques has dated these Chinese Export Regency Armchairs to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1054129
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Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019
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A pair of dark hardwood Chinese export armchairs featuring rope-twist top rails, inlaid horizontal splats, curved arms, and chevron-patterned woven cane seats.
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Archive I A pair of dark hardwood Chinese export armchairs featuring rope-twist top rails, inlaid horizontal splats, curved arms, and chevron-patterned woven cane seats.

A Pair Chinese Chairs (Export)

Archive II A pair of dark hardwood Chinese export armchairs featuring rope-twist top rails, inlaid horizontal splats, curved arms, and chevron-patterned woven cane seats. View II
Archive III A pair of dark hardwood Chinese export armchairs featuring rope-twist top rails, inlaid horizontal splats, curved arms, and chevron-patterned woven cane seats. View III
Archive IV A pair of dark hardwood Chinese export armchairs featuring rope-twist top rails, inlaid horizontal splats, curved arms, and chevron-patterned woven cane seats. View IV
Archive V A pair of dark hardwood Chinese export armchairs featuring rope-twist top rails, inlaid horizontal splats, curved arms, and chevron-patterned woven cane seats. View V
Archive VI A pair of dark hardwood Chinese export armchairs featuring rope-twist top rails, inlaid horizontal splats, curved arms, and chevron-patterned woven cane seats. View VI
Archive VII A pair of dark hardwood Chinese export armchairs featuring rope-twist top rails, inlaid horizontal splats, curved arms, and chevron-patterned woven cane seats. View VII
Archive VIII A pair of dark hardwood Chinese export armchairs featuring rope-twist top rails, inlaid horizontal splats, curved arms, and chevron-patterned woven cane seats. View VIII
Archive IX A pair of dark hardwood Chinese export armchairs featuring rope-twist top rails, inlaid horizontal splats, curved arms, and chevron-patterned woven cane seats. View IX
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Telephone 01630 672289 or 07972 703005
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Shropshire
United Kingdom

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A pair of dark hardwood Chinese export armchairs featuring rope-twist top rails, inlaid horizontal splats, curved arms, and chevron-patterned woven cane seats.
A pair Chinese chairs (export)
Ref: SA1054129
A pair of dark hardwood Chinese export armchairs featuring rope-twist top rails, inlaid horizontal splats, curved arms, and chevron-patterned woven cane seats.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleChinese Export Regency
  • MaterialHardwood, Cane
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsRope-twist rails, Woven cane seat, Inlaid splat, Curved arms
  • SizeH 93 cm (37 in) x W 62 cm (24 in) x D 58 cm (23 in)

This pair of Regency Chinese export armchairs originates from the early nineteenth century. Constructed from dark brown rosewood, the chairs exhibit a polished finish. Each armchair features a well-turned rope-twist top rail, a horizontal back splat decorated with stringing inlay, and a lower rope-twist rail. Downswept curved arms lead to sabre legs. The seats are fitted with finely woven cane in a chevron pattern, displaying two distinct shades of natural and reddish-brown tones. Measuring 93 cm high, 62 cm wide, and 58 cm deep, these armchairs provide comfortable seating. Ideal for placement in a formal living room, study, or hallway, these antique chairs serve as practical seating or decorative accent pieces. The rich dark timber and intricate cane work complement traditional and eclectic interior schemes. Their sturdy hardwood construction ensures daily utility, while the refined Regency and Chinese export details offer a distinct aesthetic character for any sophisticated residential setting.

FAQs

Chinese export furniture refers to items produced in China primarily during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries specifically for Western buyers. These pieces combine traditional Chinese materials and handcrafting techniques with European furniture shapes and design elements.

Makers frequently utilised dense native hardwoods such as zitan, padauk, camphorwood, and rosewood. Seats were often fitted with woven cane or rattan to suit tropical export routes and Western aesthetic preferences.

Authentic pieces feature traditional Chinese joinery techniques, such as exposed mortise and tenon joints, combined with classic Western forms like Regency rope-twist rails or Chippendale backs. The timber is typically heavy, dense hardwood with hand-woven cane seating.

These dark wood carvers function well as accent chairs flanking a side table, as end chairs at a contemporary dining table, or situated within a hallway to add historical contrast to clean architectural lines.

Keep the wood nourished with high-grade beeswax and avoid positioning near direct heat sources to prevent cracking. Maintain cane seats by occasionally wiping the underside with a damp cloth to restore natural moisture and tension.
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