Pair of Late 19th Century Chinese Yoke Back Elm Armchairs of Good Patina

19th century

Sold by LVS Decorative Arts

Description

A pair of late 19th century Chinese yoke back elm armchairs of good patina.

This design of chair are one of the earliest chair designs recorded in China, they contrast solid structures with open spaces that give a sculpted quality which is very common in Chinese furniture.

The high back design symbolises wealth & grandeur to both the owner and any person invited to sit in them.

The chairs consist of a top rail called a protruding crest rail with a central back splat with pierced design of a Fu character, the high back symbolising wealth & grandeur to both the owner and any person invited to sit in them.

The back splat is curved in shape, following the natural curve of the human spine with a neck rest at the top.

This leads down to the arms which are rounded and this shape helps emphasise the size and also the open style of the chair.

This leads down to the seats being of solid elm and having a good patina (colour) with a decorative apron under the seat leading down to the footrest.

This pair of chairs are in very good condition, are of stable construction and can go straight into a home.

Size:

Height: 45.5'' / 115.5cm

Width: 26.5'' / 67.25cm

Depth: 22'' / 56cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

115cm (45.28")

Width

67cm (26.38")

Depth

56cm (22.05")

Declaration

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this piece to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA443889

Dealers Internal Reference

LVS334

Dealers Notes

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LVS Decorative Arts is a small family run business based in Suffolk, specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.

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LAPADA & CINOA member

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All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods, we feel that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.

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INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK FOR A ONE MAN COURIER SERVICE

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Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services

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PLEASE NOTE: viewing is 'By Appointment' only - please contact Liza a few days in advance to arrange this.

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Payments are accepted by bank transfer or cheque

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www.lvsdecorativearts.co.uk

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You can contact Liza either by email lvsdecorativearts@btinternet.com or telephone 07703306451

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Please bear in mind: antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.

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Thank you for viewing our stock and please don’t hesitate to contact us if you need any further information.

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Description

A pair of late 19th century Chinese yoke back elm armchairs of good patina.

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This design of chair are one of the earliest chair designs recorded in China, they contrast solid structures with open spaces that give a sculpted quality which is very common in Chinese furniture.

LVS Decorative Arts

fig 1. Pair of late 19th century Chinese yoke back elm armchairs of good patina — fig 1. Pair of Late 19th Century Chinese Yoke Back Elm Armchairs of Good Patina

The high back design symbolises wealth & grandeur to both the owner and any person invited to sit in them.

The chairs consist of a top rail called a protruding crest rail with a central back splat with pierced design of a Fu character, the high back symbolising wealth & grandeur to both the owner and any person invited to sit in them.

fig 2. Pair of late 19th century Chinese yoke back elm armchairs of good patina — fig 2. Pair of Late 19th Century Chinese Yoke Back Elm Armchairs of Good Patina

The back splat is curved in shape, following the natural curve of the human spine with a neck rest at the top.

This leads down to the arms which are rounded and this shape helps emphasise the size and also the open style of the chair.

fig 3. Pair of late 19th century Chinese yoke back elm armchairs of good patina — fig 3. Pair of Late 19th Century Chinese Yoke Back Elm Armchairs of Good Patina

This leads down to the seats being of solid elm and having a good patina (colour) with a decorative apron under the seat leading down to the footrest.

This pair of chairs are in very good condition, are of stable construction and can go straight into a home.

Size:

Height: 45.5'' / 115.5cm

Width: 26.5'' / 67.25cm