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Legacy Imperial Taishi Armchair Trio Set with Kanji Carving
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Price $45,000
Creation: 6-11 weeks
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Estimated Arrival: October 19, 2026
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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 | 158.76 kg 350 lb |
Bring the profound legacy of a millennium into the heart of your curated space.
The Concept
The Taishi (Grand Preceptor) chair stands as the ultimate symbol of traditional Eastern scholarly integrity and rigorous discipline. Reimagined by Studio Director Yuchen and Manager Judy, this trio is designed to anchor modern Western executive spaces through a strategic "Conflict Aesthetic." By utilizing the uncompromisingly upright, architectural lines of this Ming form, it provides a profound visual counterpoint to the cold stone, glass, and industrial minimalism of contemporary business environments.
Historical Significance
Inspired by the legendary antique collection of master connoisseur Ma Weidu, this piece resurrects a forgotten pinnacle of furniture art. Historically, it is exceptionally rare to find text carved into traditional Chinese furniture. This masterpiece honors that legacy, reflecting an era where elite craftsmanship met scholarly poetry.
The Craft and Material
Meticulously executed in Royal Crimson Flamewood, a legendary timber celebrated for its molten magma-like red and black grain. Possessing an iron-like density that sinks in water, this "Sea-Calming" heavy timber ensures a presence of absolute stability and eternal value.
The Details:
- The Landscape Marble: The central backsplat features an inset of natural "Yunshi" marble, organically displaying a breathtaking, unadulterated ink-wash mountain landscape.
- The Relief Carving: Above the marble sits a rare "Yang-ke" (raised relief) carving of four ancient seal-script characters, "Feng Guang He Ya" (Elegant and Harmonious Scenery), bringing a deeply dimensional, poetic Zen philosophy into the space.
- The Engineering: Employs the highly demanding "Four Legs from One Timber" technique, ensuring absolute structural and visual continuity from a single, flawless block of premium heartwood.
- The Synthesis: 100% handcrafted utilizing traditional nail-free mortise and tenon joinery. It represents a harmonious union where ancient Eastern tradition meets Western elite culture, reflecting the inclusive, unified spirit of an evolved civilization.
Dimensions
Armchair Pair
Overall Height: 100 cm (39.37 in)
Front Width: 64 cm (25.20 in)
Side Depth: 50 cm (19.69 in)
Seat Height: 51 cm (20.08 in)
Tea Table
Overall Height: 70 cm (27.56 in)
Width: 43 cm (16.93 in)
Depth: 50 cm (19.69 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 fire-grain patterns, the natural marble veining, and the tactile "obsidian" 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
The Taishi (Grand Preceptor) chair stands as the ultimate symbol of traditional Eastern scholarly integrity and rigorous discipline. Reimagined by Studio Director Yuchen and Manager Judy, this trio is designed to anchor modern Western executive spaces through a strategic "Conflict Aesthetic." By utilizing the uncompromisingly upright, architectural lines of this Ming form, it provides a profound visual counterpoint to the cold stone, glass, and industrial minimalism of contemporary business environments.
Historical Significance
Inspired by the legendary antique collection of master connoisseur Ma Weidu, this piece resurrects a forgotten pinnacle of furniture art. Historically, it is exceptionally rare to find text carved into traditional Chinese furniture. This masterpiece honors that legacy, reflecting an era where elite craftsmanship met scholarly poetry.
The Craft and Material
Meticulously executed in Royal Crimson Flamewood, a legendary timber celebrated for its molten magma-like red and black grain. Possessing an iron-like density that sinks in water, this "Sea-Calming" heavy timber ensures a presence of absolute stability and eternal value.
The Details:
- The Landscape Marble: The central backsplat features an inset of natural "Yunshi" marble, organically displaying a breathtaking, unadulterated ink-wash mountain landscape.
- The Relief Carving: Above the marble sits a rare "Yang-ke" (raised relief) carving of four ancient seal-script characters, "Feng Guang He Ya" (Elegant and Harmonious Scenery), bringing a deeply dimensional, poetic Zen philosophy into the space.
- The Engineering: Employs the highly demanding "Four Legs from One Timber" technique, ensuring absolute structural and visual continuity from a single, flawless block of premium heartwood.
- The Synthesis: 100% handcrafted utilizing traditional nail-free mortise and tenon joinery. It represents a harmonious union where ancient Eastern tradition meets Western elite culture, reflecting the inclusive, unified spirit of an evolved civilization.
Dimensions
Armchair Pair
Overall Height: 100 cm (39.37 in)
Front Width: 64 cm (25.20 in)
Side Depth: 50 cm (19.69 in)
Seat Height: 51 cm (20.08 in)
Tea Table
Overall Height: 70 cm (27.56 in)
Width: 43 cm (16.93 in)
Depth: 50 cm (19.69 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 fire-grain patterns, the natural marble veining, and the tactile "obsidian" 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.
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Item Legacy Imperial Taishi Armchair Trio Set with Kanji Carving
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