Pair of Huanghuali Waistless Square Stools

Early Qing Period
Square Stool
Cocobolo (Huanghuali)
59.5 × 59.5 × 52 cm ×2

• The seats of the stools are cushioned with plush matting, underpinned by sturdy supporting braces.
• Edges are crafted with a convex technique, giving the apron a robust, rounded appearance. Each side is embellished with a pair of double-ring floral motifs, elevating the aesthetic appeal.
• Drawing from the design principles of bamboo furniture, the legs of these Huanghuali square stools are assembled with interlocking corner tenons. This edge treatment yields a gently curved surface, imparting a sense of softness and vitality to the piece.

Reference and image source: China Guardian (HK) Auctions Co., Ltd.