Legacy Imperial Ming Official Armchair Trio with Burl Inlay
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Price $42,000
Creation: 6-11 weeks
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Estimated Arrival: October 19, 2026
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Handmade
Woman Owned
Sustainable
Made In USA
Made To Order
Natural Materials
| Dimensions | Weight |
|---|---|
48H x 65W x 48D in 121.92H x 165.1W x 121.92D cm | 172.36 kg 380 lb |
Experience the architectural elegance of the Ming Dynasty. A timeless legacy, breathing in your living space.
The Concept
Inspired by the rare Shijin Taishi Chair from the Humble Administrator's Garden in Suzhou, this trio represents a masterly evolution of Eastern aesthetics by designers Yuchen and Judy. Originally a symbol of authority and scholarly dignity, this set is designed to anchor modern Western executive spaces through a strategic "Aesthetic Conflict"—using the warmth and rigorous structural purity of the Ming form to provide a profound counterpoint to the cold stone and industrial minimalism of contemporary business environments.
The Craft and Material
Meticulously executed in Imperial Cinnabar Ironwood, a legendary timber with a "Cinnabar soul in an iron-clad body." Bathed in the sacred crimson glow of ancient Ming Dynasty altars, this sinking-grade wood possesses a density that anchors a room with its physical weight and historical dignity.
The Inlay: Features rare natural Gall wood (Burl wood) backsplats, where the swirling, intricate grain creates a unique organic contrast to the linear precision of the chair frame.
The Engineering: Employs the "Four Legs from One Timber" technique, ensuring absolute structural and visual continuity from a single, defect-free block of wood.
The Joinery: 100% handcrafted using traditional nail-free mortise and tenon joinery. Every "Huiwen" (Fret pattern) detail is precision-carved to reflect the strict laws of classical ergonomics.
The Philosophy: A harmonious synthesis where Eastern tradition meets Western elite culture, designed to bridge seven millennia of craftsmanship with the modern executive lifestyle.
Dimensions
Armchair Pair
Height: 95 cm (37.40 in)
Width: 67 cm (26.38 in)
Depth: 51 cm (20.08 in)
Seat Height: 49 cm (19.29 in)
Tea Table
Height: 70 cm (27.56 in)
Width: 46 cm (18.11 in)
Depth: 46 cm (18.11 in)
Artisan Note
As a bespoke work created using high-density natural materials and traditional hand tools, each piece possesses a singular character. The unique cinnabar grain, the natural landscapes found within the burl wood, and the tactile "iron" weight are the fingerprints of the artisan. Please note that the luster of the wood may shift in tone depending on ambient lighting and digital display settings.
The Concept
Inspired by the rare Shijin Taishi Chair from the Humble Administrator's Garden in Suzhou, this trio represents a masterly evolution of Eastern aesthetics by designers Yuchen and Judy. Originally a symbol of authority and scholarly dignity, this set is designed to anchor modern Western executive spaces through a strategic "Aesthetic Conflict"—using the warmth and rigorous structural purity of the Ming form to provide a profound counterpoint to the cold stone and industrial minimalism of contemporary business environments.
The Craft and Material
Meticulously executed in Imperial Cinnabar Ironwood, a legendary timber with a "Cinnabar soul in an iron-clad body." Bathed in the sacred crimson glow of ancient Ming Dynasty altars, this sinking-grade wood possesses a density that anchors a room with its physical weight and historical dignity.
The Inlay: Features rare natural Gall wood (Burl wood) backsplats, where the swirling, intricate grain creates a unique organic contrast to the linear precision of the chair frame.
The Engineering: Employs the "Four Legs from One Timber" technique, ensuring absolute structural and visual continuity from a single, defect-free block of wood.
The Joinery: 100% handcrafted using traditional nail-free mortise and tenon joinery. Every "Huiwen" (Fret pattern) detail is precision-carved to reflect the strict laws of classical ergonomics.
The Philosophy: A harmonious synthesis where Eastern tradition meets Western elite culture, designed to bridge seven millennia of craftsmanship with the modern executive lifestyle.
Dimensions
Armchair Pair
Height: 95 cm (37.40 in)
Width: 67 cm (26.38 in)
Depth: 51 cm (20.08 in)
Seat Height: 49 cm (19.29 in)
Tea Table
Height: 70 cm (27.56 in)
Width: 46 cm (18.11 in)
Depth: 46 cm (18.11 in)
Artisan Note
As a bespoke work created using high-density natural materials and traditional hand tools, each piece possesses a singular character. The unique cinnabar grain, the natural landscapes found within the burl wood, and the tactile "iron" weight are the fingerprints of the artisan. Please note that the luster of the wood may shift in tone depending on ambient lighting and digital display settings.
Category: armchair
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Item Legacy Imperial Ming Official Armchair Trio with Burl Inlay
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As seen in Creator's Studio, Westborough, MA
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