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Imperial Midnight Black-Gold Ming Rose Armchair Trio Set
Price £22,021
Creation: 6-11 weeks
Shipping: LTL Freight 5-10 days
Estimated Arrival: January 18, 2027
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Experience the architectural elegance of the Ming Dynasty. A timeless legacy, breathing in your living space.
The Concept
Faithfully reproduced 1:1 from classical museum masterpieces, this Ming-Style Rose Armchair (Meiguiyi) Trio is a masterly evolution of historical seating curated by designers Yuchen and Judy. In classical Chinese heritage, "Meigui" does not refer to the flower, but translates to "resplendent, precious jade"—a tribute to the chair's jewel-like proportions and refined silhouette. Historically favored in the private sanctuaries of noblewomen and the contemplative studios of scholar-officials (Shidafu), its slender framing was engineered to inspire an upright, dignified posture, traditionally occupied on the front third of the seat as a testament to aristocratic poise. Bridging traditional Eastern literati philosophy with the sophisticated aesthetic of modern Western spaces, this trio brings an undeniable air of serene nobility and executive composure into the contemporary interior. In Ming Dynasty China, this was a chair found in the private boudoirs of noble young ladies from prestigious Chinese families.
The Craft and Material
The set is meticulously executed in rare Imperial Midnight Black-Gold timber—renowned for its extraordinary, water-sinking density. Within its abyssal, midnight-black depths dance cool, metallic golden flecks, creating a dramatic visual tension between shadow and radiance. Driven by its formidable, water-sinking specific gravity, this ultra-dense hardwood locks in the eternal heirloom value of a true generational masterpiece, offering an unyielding, monumental presence beneath its slender silhouette.
The Ornamentation: Designed with an open, gallery-style backrest and armrest framing, the arched spandrels are exquisitely hand-carved with classical grass-dragon (foliate dragon) motifs. Three sets of cusped aprons rest gracefully upon delicate humpback stretchers supported by sculpted kazi-hua ornamental struts. Beneath the seat's moulded ice-plate edge with raised beading, the front apron showcases flowing scrolling-grass carvings, intentionally balanced by unadorned side aprons to embody serene, scholar-official restraint.
The Joinery: Purely handmade using traditional nail-free mortise and tenon construction. The four legs meet the top rail and armrests via authentic pipe-bowl joints (Wa Yandaiguo Sun), paired with canonical Ming-style Luoguo humpback stretchers that curve immediately upon emerging from the frame—ensuring supreme structural integrity and a seamless aesthetic for generations.
The Finish: A natural, mirror-like deep patina highlights the abyssal midnight-black grain and leaping golden mineral threads, creating a commanding visual effect that shifts gracefully with the light.
100% Handcrafted. Traditional Mortise and Tenon Joinery.
Dimensions
Armchair Pair
Height: 90 cm (35.43 in)
Width: 58 cm (22.83 in)
Depth: 46 cm (18.11 in)
Seat Height: 50 cm (19.69 in)
Tea Table
Height: 66 cm (25.98 in)
Width: 35 cm (13.78 in)
Depth: 45 cm (17.72 in)
Artisan Note
As a bespoke work created using rare natural timber and traditional hand tools, each piece possesses a singular character. Natural variations in grain, organic mineral lines, and subtle 0–2 cm hand-measurement tolerances are inherent hallmarks of authentic master craftsmanship rather than defects. Please note that the deep midnight luster and golden shimmer of the Imperial Midnight Black-Gold wood may shift slightly in tone depending on ambient lighting conditions and digital display settings.
The Concept
Faithfully reproduced 1:1 from classical museum masterpieces, this Ming-Style Rose Armchair (Meiguiyi) Trio is a masterly evolution of historical seating curated by designers Yuchen and Judy. In classical Chinese heritage, "Meigui" does not refer to the flower, but translates to "resplendent, precious jade"—a tribute to the chair's jewel-like proportions and refined silhouette. Historically favored in the private sanctuaries of noblewomen and the contemplative studios of scholar-officials (Shidafu), its slender framing was engineered to inspire an upright, dignified posture, traditionally occupied on the front third of the seat as a testament to aristocratic poise. Bridging traditional Eastern literati philosophy with the sophisticated aesthetic of modern Western spaces, this trio brings an undeniable air of serene nobility and executive composure into the contemporary interior. In Ming Dynasty China, this was a chair found in the private boudoirs of noble young ladies from prestigious Chinese families.
The Craft and Material
The set is meticulously executed in rare Imperial Midnight Black-Gold timber—renowned for its extraordinary, water-sinking density. Within its abyssal, midnight-black depths dance cool, metallic golden flecks, creating a dramatic visual tension between shadow and radiance. Driven by its formidable, water-sinking specific gravity, this ultra-dense hardwood locks in the eternal heirloom value of a true generational masterpiece, offering an unyielding, monumental presence beneath its slender silhouette.
The Ornamentation: Designed with an open, gallery-style backrest and armrest framing, the arched spandrels are exquisitely hand-carved with classical grass-dragon (foliate dragon) motifs. Three sets of cusped aprons rest gracefully upon delicate humpback stretchers supported by sculpted kazi-hua ornamental struts. Beneath the seat's moulded ice-plate edge with raised beading, the front apron showcases flowing scrolling-grass carvings, intentionally balanced by unadorned side aprons to embody serene, scholar-official restraint.
The Joinery: Purely handmade using traditional nail-free mortise and tenon construction. The four legs meet the top rail and armrests via authentic pipe-bowl joints (Wa Yandaiguo Sun), paired with canonical Ming-style Luoguo humpback stretchers that curve immediately upon emerging from the frame—ensuring supreme structural integrity and a seamless aesthetic for generations.
The Finish: A natural, mirror-like deep patina highlights the abyssal midnight-black grain and leaping golden mineral threads, creating a commanding visual effect that shifts gracefully with the light.
100% Handcrafted. Traditional Mortise and Tenon Joinery.
Dimensions
Armchair Pair
Height: 90 cm (35.43 in)
Width: 58 cm (22.83 in)
Depth: 46 cm (18.11 in)
Seat Height: 50 cm (19.69 in)
Tea Table
Height: 66 cm (25.98 in)
Width: 35 cm (13.78 in)
Depth: 45 cm (17.72 in)
Artisan Note
As a bespoke work created using rare natural timber and traditional hand tools, each piece possesses a singular character. Natural variations in grain, organic mineral lines, and subtle 0–2 cm hand-measurement tolerances are inherent hallmarks of authentic master craftsmanship rather than defects. Please note that the deep midnight luster and golden shimmer of the Imperial Midnight Black-Gold wood may shift slightly in tone depending on ambient lighting conditions and digital display settings.
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Item Imperial Midnight Black-Gold Ming Rose Armchair Trio Set
Created by Yuchen Y
As seen in Creator's Studio, Westborough, MA
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