SHEN PING (CHINA, B, 1954), ZHOU MO (CHINA, B, 1960)

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A BLACK PERSIMMON-INSET AFRICAN BLACKWOOD CHAIR
SHEN PING (CHINA, B, 1954), ZHOU MO (CHINA, B, 1960)

64.5 × 51 × 80 cm. (25 3/8 × 20 × 31 1/2 in.)

Special notice

Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.

Lot Essay

This design often appears in Song dynasty ink paintings, and is one of the most iconic representation of Song dynasty chairs.
The complementary wood grains on the back plate and side panels enhance the chair's overall visual harmony. There is a perfect balance between the ethereal space created under and above the seat. Unlike the sturdy designs of Ming and Qing dynasties, the apertures within the aprons create a sense of lightness in the design.

Christie's can only arrange domestic delivery for this lot. Christie's cannot arrange the export and overseas delivery of this lot.

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