Chinese Red Elm Book Chair - 19th Century Nandi Bulls Materials: Roheda wood with hand-forged

Materials: Roheda wood with hand-forged iron stud detailing

Panels such as these reflected sacred architectural forms and devotional imagery

It was used as a lintel above a doorway to a home

This Chinese elm side table has a perfect size for serving as a coffee table or lamp table

77 x 53 x 57 (w x d x h cms)

Chinese Red Elm Book Chair - 19th Century Nandi Bulls Materials: Roheda wood with hand-forgedThese antique Chinese chairs are called 'meigui yi' or book chairs. Book chairs were unusual for Chinese chairs as they were the only style of Chinese chair made in larger sets. These chairs are constructed from red elm (jumu) wood. The seat height of 50cm is perfect for a high desk or the end of a dining table. It could also be used in place of a side table to create drama and different levels in a room. Looking for a pair? Take a look at our other