Elm Chinese Officials Hat Chair - 19thC Material - Copper 5 x 23 x 49

5 x 23 x 49 (wxdxh cms)

which lies high over the great Himalayan mountain ranges on the edge of the Tibetan plateau

adding both visual interest and practical function

Grain measures were used in markets for measuring wheat

The perfect gift for a partner

Elm Chinese Officials Hat Chair - 19thC Material - Copper 5 x 23 x 49Officials Hat Chair Armchair Elm 19thC These chairs were known as officials hat chairs because the shape of the back was reminiscent of an officials hat They are usually made from elm or red elm, but walnut is also found in North China. They were made in pairs and it is very rare to find larger sets. However an attractive harlequin set can be made from different pairs. Hat chairs were usually placed each side of a wine or tea table. From China 56 x 44