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Unknown (Historical) — 清十七至十八世紀 黃花梨燈掛椅四件成堂

Unknown (Historical)

清十七至十八世紀 黃花梨燈掛椅四件成堂

This set of four huanghuali hanging-back chairs dates to the Qing Dynasty, spanning the 17th to 18th centuries, representing a significant example of Chinese furniture craftsmanship during this prosperous period. Constructed from the highly prized huanghuali wood, known for its warm honey tones and fine grain, these chairs exemplify the refined aesthetic principles of literati furniture design. The designation "hanging-back" refers to the distinctive curved backrest that extends upward, and the matching set of four pieces demonstrates the importance of symmetry and completeness in classical Chinese domestic interiors.

🔨 Auction Lot

Power & Culture – Heirlooms from the Poon Family Collection

October 16, 2024

Estimate: $1,000,000$5,000,000

Lot 847

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Unknown (Historical), 清十七至十八世紀 黃花梨燈掛椅四件成堂

This set of four huanghuali hanging-back chairs dates to the Qing Dynasty, spanning the 17th to 18th centuries, representing a significant example of Chinese furniture craftsmanship during this prosperous period. Constructed from the highly prized huanghuali wood, known for its warm honey tones and fine grain, these chairs exemplify the refined aesthetic principles of literati furniture design. The designation "hanging-back" refers to the distinctive curved backrest that extends upward, and the matching set of four pieces demonstrates the importance of symmetry and completeness in classical Chinese domestic interiors.

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Decorative furniture, Qing Dynasty 17th-18th century, Set of four chairs, Chinese classical furniture design, Traditional Chinese design, Chinese Artist, Ming-Qing style, Elegant Aesthetic, Architectural craftsmanship, Huanghuali wood carving

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