Pair of Decorative Southern Official Chairs finish-glaze Used originally as general serving

Used originally as general serving bowls for food

and would perhaps have been used once to store the possessions of an important member of Chinese society

The upper section

They are a great way to add a splash of colour to a table or can be hung from the hook at the top

Pair of Decorative Southern Official Chairs finish-glaze Used originally as general servingShanxi, circa 1860 These unusual chairs, with a straight, rounded top rail and decorative carved apron, are from Shanxi province in central China, made from elm. The turned central posts supporting the arms are a detail rarely seen in Chinese furniture and are in contrast with the plain, curved back rest. The relief carvings on the panel below the seat show a geometrical, scrolling pattern, while the lower apron and spandrels around the four sides of