Huanghuali Rectangular Stools

Ming Dynasty Late 16th / Early 17th Century
Square Stool
Cocobolo (Huanghuali)
51.5 x 53.5 x 44 cm

• Each seat features a woven mat nestled within a rectangular frame, sitting above unadorned aprons and simple spandrels that provide a clean, minimalist aesthetic.
• The structure is elevated by cylindrical legs that have a square interior aspect. These legs are connected by pairs of stretchers on the short ends and a single stretcher along the longer sides for balanced support.
• Underneath each seat, a pair of transverse braces are joined by a bridge-shaped wooden component, reinforcing the seat's stability and durability.

Reference and image source: Christie's Hong Kong Limited