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HIGH YOKE BACK
ARMCHAIRS |
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the Chinese terminology of today these are Guan Mao Yi, 'official hat-shaped
chairs', the name deriving from a supposed resemblance between the square
backs, with the top horizontal rail protruding over the back posts, and
the winged hats were part of the formal dress of Ming officials. |
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No. P101 |
height 111cm
length of seat 60cm
width of seat 46cm |
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HIGH YOKE BACK ARMCHAIRS
Elegant proportions, a vigorously shaped yoke, and a headrest. They are
typical of the Ming Dynasty. |
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