Yoke-Back Armchair, Warm Elm Apothecary cube shaped Chinese blanket chest

cube shaped Chinese blanket chest

and the cabinet is ideal as a dining sideboard or in a reception room

The frames are in solid reclaimed elm wood

the finish has largely worn on the seat

Yoke-Back Armchair, Warm Elm Apothecary cube shaped Chinese blanket chestOur warm elm armchair has the same beautiful curves and detail as our yoke back side chair, including the dragon in carved relief on the curved back rest. However it is slightly larger and has the beautifully curved, protruding armrests that are distinctive of this design. This style of chair was one of the first to appear in China, with pictorial records dating back to as early as the 6th century. The name 'Yoke back' refers to the shape of the