Pair of Elm Shanxi Chairs Bookshelf ending in a scroll design

ending in a scroll design

The five drawers

Portraits were painted from front on and usually life size

all contrasting against the reddish brown lacquer

Pair of Elm Shanxi Chairs Bookshelf ending in a scroll designShanxi, circa 1880 This beautiful pair of chairs dates from the late 19th century. They were produced in Shanxi province and made from elm wood, with a lovely colour and patina formed through use. The style is quite distinctive of the later Qing period, with a stylised scrolling effect on the arms and a fairly square, angular design rather than flowing curves. The backrests curve backwards and incorporate a simple, panelled decoration. The legs are