Huanghuali Spindle Back Bench with Chilong Medallion
A Huanghuali spindle back bench, 20th century, the slightly arched back rail and arms with pierced roundels above the vertical spindles, a medallion of two chilong carved in relief in the centre of the back, all above the rectangular recessed panelled seat within a mitred frame, the plain apron with beaded edge extending to incurved legs of square section standing on the stretcher base, 36.61 in. high, 39.37 in. wide, 19.69 in. deep
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- Huanghuali Wood - Huanghuali is the most sought-after timber used in the construction of Chinese furniture because of its fine colour and grain.
During Ming and early Qing dynasties, most of the best furniture was made from huanghuali wood.
It is a member of the rosewood family and over time the surface mellows to a yellowish brown tone with the exposure to light.
In recent years, furniture made from huanghuali wood has increased exponentially in value.
This item has been included into following indexes:
- Chinese furniture, timbers
- Chinese furniture, type or function - benches, sofas and settes 72
