Qing Dynasty Horseshoe Back Armchairs

A pair of Qing dynasty hardwood horseshoe back armchairs, the…
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A pair of Qing Dynasty hardwood horseshoe back armchairs, the curved top rail with down-swept arms and out-swept hand grips are constructed of three pieces using lap joined method, more commonly the cresting is in five pieces. The rectangular S shaped splat with a central pieced cloud medallion of Kylins. The seat with inset panel upon rounded legs, which go through the seat fraMing to support the crest rail. The brass-shaped fittings reinforce the construction where stresses occur. Chinese furniture use mortise and tenon joint without the use of nails and glue. The wear to the front of the seat rail and foot stretcher give leaning towards the ealier part of the dynasty

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  • Qing Dynasty - The Qing Dynasty was the last imperial dynasty of China, ruling from 1644 to 1912. It was established by the Manchu people, who originated from the northeastern region of China. The Qing Dynasty was preceded by the Ming Dynasty and followed by the Republic of China.
  • Ming Dynasty - The Ming Dynasty was a ruling dynasty of China from 1368 to 1644. It succeeded the Yuan Dynasty and preceded the Qing Dynasty. The Ming Dynasty was established by Zhu Yuanzhang, a former Buddhist monk who became a rebel leader and eventually overthrew the Mongol Yuan Dynasty. During the Ming Dynasty, China experienced a period of relative stability and prosperity. The government was centralized and bureaucratic, with the emperor at the top of the hierarchy. The Ming Dynasty is known for its cultural achievements, including the development of porcelain, the invention of movable type printing, and the construction of the Great Wall of China.

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