Official's Hat Chair From Shanxi Province - 19thC Style - Teapot The elephants and mandala symbols

The elephants and mandala symbols are sought after and very popular in western markets

scroll-carved legs and apron

Unusual for this type of piece the bottom carving has been converted into 2 very handy drawers at the bottom of the sideboard

These sturdy wooden stools are a vital component of any shabby chic interior and originally would have been used by workers or agriculture workers

Inspired by the classic regency period

Official's Hat Chair From Shanxi Province - 19thC Style - Teapot The elephants and mandala symbolsOfficials Hat Chair Armchair Walnut & Elm Circa 1820 with very nice patina. 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