High Backed Official's Armchair
ATC-BH-2205145
Shanxi, circa 1825 This beautiful armchair is in the 'Southern Official' style, with a toprail and arms set flush with their supporting posts rathe...
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At Shimu we offer a stunning collection of beautiful antique Chinese furniture for your home, including a wide and ever-changing selection of original chairs and stools. Chinese furniture is famed for it’s elegant lines and intricate detailing. Our antique chairs, stools and benches are available in traditional designs to complement contemporary interiors, offering the perfect way to enhance your home with a touch of oriental design.
High Backed Official's Armchair
Shanxi, circa 1825 This beautiful armchair is in the 'Southern Official' style, with a toprail and arms set flush with their supporting posts rathe...
View full detailsPair of Decorative Southern Official Chairs
Shanxi, circa 1860 These unusual chairs, with a straight, rounded top rail and decorative carved apron, are from Shanxi province in central China, ...
View full detailsPair of Round Backed Southern Official Chairs
Shanxi, circa 1860 These lovely chairs are in the 'Southern Offical' style, with curved toprails and arms that meet flush with the side posts rathe...
View full detailsPair of Antique Yoke-Back Armchairs
Shanxi, circa 1860 This distinctive pair of chairs are in the classic 'Official's Hat' or 'Yoke-Back' style, named after the shape of the toprails....
View full detailsPair of Elm Southern Official Chairs
Shanxi, circa 1860 These handsome, dark wood chairs are from Shanxi province in a style referred to as 'Southern Official' chairs. The subtly curve...
View full detailsShandong, circa 1900 This lovely pair of stools are from Shandong in northern China, made from elm wood. The square seat panels are set within thic...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1850 These rustic, simply styled benches are quite typical of seating used throughout China. Easily portable, they were used both ind...
View full detailsPair of Shanxi Yoke-Back Chairs
Shanxi, circa 1900 These elegant chairs are from Shanxi province in central China, and are a great example of the classic 'yoke-back' or 'official'...
View full detailsPair of Shanxi Lamphanger Chairs
Shanxi, circa 1880 These lovely chairs are in elm wood and originate from Shanxi province in central China. They are referred to as 'Yoke-Back' (or...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1900 This simple little stool is in elm wood, with a lovely grain particularly on the seat. The straight legs end without decorative ...
View full detailsPair of Tall Antique Elm Armchairs
Shanxi, circa 1860 These wonderful armchairs are from Shanxi province and have unusually high backs, giving them a very grand appearance. Made from...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1880 This beautiful pair of chairs dates from the late 19th century. They were produced in Shanxi province and made from elm wood, wi...
View full detailsPair of Elm Southern Official Chairs
Shanxi, circa 1880 These stylish, elegant armchairs are in a 'Southern Official' style, with the arms continuing down to meet the seat on curved po...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1900 In a classic Chinese style, this simple, narrow bench in elm wood is highly versatile as a side table or used for seating. The r...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1920 These stylish stools are slightly taller than most and so would work perfectly as night stands or as side tables next to a sofa....
View full detailsPair of Rustic Horseshoe Armchairs
Shandong, circa 1900 This lovely pair of chairs are in a rustic, vernacular style that developed from the more elegant horseshoe armchair design. R...
View full detailsHorseshoe Armchair with Bat Carving
Shanxi, circa 1880 This is one of the most beautiful horseshoe armchairs we have come across, with a gorgeous patina resulting from its years of us...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1920 These cute little stools were originally used by farmhands or other workers for simple, portable seating. Each one varies slight...
View full detailsPair of Grey Lacquer Southern Official Chairs
Shanxi, circa 1920 These beautiful chairs, in a style commonly referred to as 'Southern Official Chairs', have been give a new lease of life with a...
View full detailsPair of Blue Yoke-Back Side Chairs
Shanxi, circa 1920 With their distinctive, prominently curved 'Yoke-Back' head rests, these chairs are typical of Shanxi. They have been refreshed ...
View full detailsShandong, circa 1920 These simple, rustic benches are from Shandong province to the south of Beijing. They date from the early 20th century but ha...
View full detailsPair of Antique Yoke Back Side Chairs
Shanxi, circa 1860 Another beautiful pair of side chairs from Shanxi province, with the familiar yoke shaped top rail fitted over backward bending...
View full detailsPair of Elm Southern Official Armchairs
Shanxi, circa 1860 This gorgeous pair of chairs are in the 'Southern Offical' style - a design that came later on in China's history. The main deve...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1910 This simple stool is in elm and comes from Shanxi in central China. It has a thick plank top with a wonderful weathered, rustic ...
View full detailsFrom chairs used by Chinese officials, through to stools, benches and traditional yoke-back chairs, our collection is sourced by us directly from China. Each piece is carefully chosen by us and is lovingly restored before being shipped to the UK. Restoration is carried out with great care and respect by skilled craftsmen who use traditional techniques to ensure that none of the original charm or rich patina is lost.
Antique Chinese chairs and stools are as versatile as they are beautiful. Side stools, for example, are perfect for use as side tables, or why not use a rustic elm bench as practical hallway seating? Traditional Chinese armchairs make wonderful occasional seating, whilst they can also be used to complement other dining furniture you may have. Alongside our range of antique chairs, stools and benches, we also offer a collection of stunning pieces including sideboards, chests, trunks, altar tables and many more. In addition, why not take a look at our range of high quality accessories and homewares, including beautiful items for your home such as soft furnishings, rugs, wall art, lighting, ceramics and ornaments.
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