1 / 2No. 05 · Functional Art
Scholar's Chair
A chair in the Ming tradition, where structure and grain are the only ornament.
- Dimensions
- H 112 × W 58 × D 46 cm
- Material
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Southern China
- Acquired
- 2019
About this work
The gentle curve of the crest rail and the single carved back splat follow the restraint of Ming furniture. Joinery throughout is mortise and tenon, without nails or glue.