Walnut Chinese Officials Hat Chair From Shanxi - 19thC Vintage Throws The front falls open to

The front falls open to reveal a calligraphic papered interior

The box retains its original clasp fastening and carries the marks of a well-used life

This characterful 19th-century elm saddle stool is crafted from a substantial slab of solid elm

original brass lock plate and hinges

The panel is richly ornamented with repeating floral and foliate motifs

Walnut Chinese Officials Hat Chair From Shanxi - 19thC Vintage Throws The front falls open toThese 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 is made from walnut and elm. Hat chairs were usually placed each side of a wine or tea table and can be seen depicted in ancestor portraits and