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Pair of Quatrefoil Rose Chairs

Offered by: PAGODA RED

Description
Depth: 17" // For many years, rose chairs were thought to have been exclusively used by women due to their floral name. However, they were a universal form of seating, typically used for writing due to their low back and small frame. This pair of 19th-century walnut rose chairs were constructed in China's Shanxi province using traditional mortise and tenon joinery techniques to continuously join the top rail, sides, and legs. The back and sides are kept open with decorative quatrefoil cutouts, a charming detail that softens the chairs' otherwise angular forms. Cloaked in a layer of rich lacquer, the pair has an inimitable warmth and softness that can only be achieved by centuries of use.

More Information

Period:	19th Century
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	c. 1850
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Asian
Dealer Reference #:	BJA111
Incollect Reference #:	816066

Dimensions

W.	22.25 in;	H.	37.25 in;
W.	56.52 cm;	H.	94.62 cm;

Message from Seller:

PAGODA RED is a Chicago-based gallery celebrating extraordinary objects, handmade artistry, and the rich stories they carry from around the world. For inquiries or appointments, please call 773.235.1188 or email us at info@pagodared.com.