{"title":"Seating","description":"\u003cspan\u003eOur wooden Chinese chairs and stools are based on classic oriental designs, allowing you to introduce a real sense of style into your home. They make a perfect accompaniment to our range of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-fr\/collections\/dining-tables-chairs\" title=\"dining tables and chairs\"\u003eoriental dining tables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-fr\/collections\/home-office\" title=\"Chinese desks\"\u003eChinese desks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Alternatively, choose a pair of original antique chairs in elm or walnut for occasional seating that boasts a true wow factor.\u003c\/span\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"horseshoe-armchair-warm","title":"Horseshoe Armchair, Warm Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis version of our horseshoe armchair is in our 'warm' finish, chairs like this one were symbols of status in Ming dynasty China. Known also in Chinese as 'Grand Tutor Chairs' (taishi yi), they were used initially at court and by high ranking officials. They later became more common but were still reserved for the most important visitors members of a household. One of the most recognisable of Chinese designs, the chairs feature a beautifully curved back which extends to the arms in a horseshoe shape. This was normally made either from three or five pieces of wood, with complex joinery holding them together, though more rudimentary versions were also made using a single piece of flexible wood such as willow. Ours is in elm with a rattan seat panel and the curved back splat features a dragon in carved relief. The chair's sleek curves and proportions will add sophistication to any setting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960345874489,"sku":"CT02N","price":625.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Horseshoe-Armchair-Warm1.jpg?v=1571714016"},{"product_id":"horseshoe-armchair-black","title":"Horseshoe Armchair, Black Lacquer","description":"\u003cp\u003eFinished in our black lacquer, this horseshoe armchair takes its design from those of the Ming dynasty used as symbols of status. Originally used at court and by high ranking officials, they were also known in Chinese as 'Grand Tutor Chairs' (taishi yi). However they later became more popular in Chinese culture, although still reserved for the most important visitors or family members. Recognisably one of the most characteristic of Chinese designs, the chairs feature a beautifully curved back which extends to the arms in a horseshoe shape and normally made either from three or five pieces of wood, with complex joinery holding them together, though more rudimentary versions were also made using a single piece of flexible wood such as willow. Made from elm with an in set rattan seat panel and the curved back splat features a carved relief Dragon. The chair's fluid curves and classical design will bring a touch of sophistication to a modern setting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960346497081,"sku":"CT02D","price":625.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Horseshoe-Armchair-Black1.jpg?v=1571714016"},{"product_id":"horseshoe-armchair-light","title":"Horseshoe Armchair, Light Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe light finish on this version of our horseshoe armchair, accentuates the grain of the elm wood and complexity of the build, as all the different joins can be seen. Known also in Chinese as 'Grand Tutor Chairs' (taishi yi), they were used initially by high ranking officials at court and were symbols of great status in Ming dynasty China. They later became more common but were still reserved for the most important visitors and members of a household. The chairs feature a beautifully curved back which extends to the arms in a horseshoe shape and were normally made using either three or five pieces of wood, with complex joinery holding them together, though more simplistic versions were also made using a single piece of flexible wood such as willow and remains one of the most recognisable of Chinese designs. Our chair is made with a rattan seat panel and the curved back splat features a dragon in carved relief. The chair could be used as occasional seating or as a dining chair.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960349052985,"sku":"CT02M","price":625.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Horseshoe-Armchair-Light1.jpg?v=1571714016"},{"product_id":"yoke-back-chair-warm","title":"Yoke-Back Side Chair, Warm Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe name 'Yoke-Back' chair comes from the curved top rail seen on this timeless Chinese design and seen here finished in our warm elm. The style first appeared in China hundreds of years ago and by the Ming dynasty had become widespread - placed in pairs against a wall when not use and brought into the middle of the room for seating when needed. Since its early development this style of chair changed very little through the centuries, with only slight modifications or regional variations seen up to the modern day. Antique chairs were often decorated with carvings of good luck symbols or animals, and the 'S' shaped curved back splat on ours shows a dragon in carved relief. The seat has a smoothed rattan inlay and work perfectly as dining chairs, with a desk or as occasional chairs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960404168761,"sku":"CT11N","price":425.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Yoke-Back-Chair-Warm1.jpg?v=1571714018"},{"product_id":"yoke-back-chair-black","title":"Yoke-Back Side Chair, Black Lacquer","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe seat of our black lacquer chair has a smoothed rattan inlay and works perfectly as a dining chair, with a desk or as occasional seating. Antique chairs were often decorated with carvings of good luck symbols or animals, and the 'S' shaped curved back splat on ours shows a dragon in carved relief. The name 'Yoke-Back' chair comes from the curved top rail seen on this timeless Chinese design. The style first appeared in China hundreds of years ago and by the Ming dynasty had become widespread - placed in pairs against a wall when not use and brought into the middle of the room for seating when needed. Since its early development this style of chair changed very little through the centuries, with only slight modifications or regional variations seen up to the modern day.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960408690745,"sku":"CT11D","price":425.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Yoke-Back-Chair-Black1.jpg?v=1571714018"},{"product_id":"yoke-back-chair-light","title":"Yoke-Back Side Chair, Light Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eSince its early development this style of chair has changed very little through the centuries, with only slight modifications or regional variations seen up to the modern day. Our light elm version shows off the beautiful wood grain, the seat itself has a smoothed rattan inlay and they work perfectly as dining chairs, with a desk or as occasional chairs. The name 'Yoke-Back' chair comes from the curved top rail seen on this timeless Chinese design. The style first appeared in China hundreds of years ago and by the Ming dynasty had become widespread - placed in pairs against a wall when not use and brought into the middle of the room for seating when needed. Antique chairs were often decorated with carvings of good luck symbols or animals, and the 'S' shaped curved back splat on ours shows a dragon in carved relief.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960408756281,"sku":"CT11M","price":425.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Yoke-Back-Chair-Light1.jpg?v=1571714018"},{"product_id":"yoke-back-armchair-warm","title":"Yoke-Back Armchair, Warm Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur warm elm armchair has the same beautiful curves and detail as our yoke-back side chair, including the dragon in carved relief on the curved back rest. However it is slightly larger and has the beautifully curved, protruding armrests that are distinctive of this design. This style of chair was one of the first to appear in China, with pictorial records dating back to as early as the 6th century. The name 'Yoke-back' refers to the shape of the curved headrest, but the style is also known as an 'Official's Hat' chair as the headrest was also thought to resemble the winged hats of Chinese mandarins of the Ming dynasty. Made from solid elm wood with a rattan seat. Great individually in a bedroom or living room as a statement piece, or use them at the head of our dining tables.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960408821817,"sku":"CT12N","price":495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Yoke-Back-Armchair-Warm1.jpg?v=1571714018"},{"product_id":"yoke-back-armchair-black","title":"Yoke-Back Armchair, Black Lacquer","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade from solid elm wood with a rattan seat our black lacquer armchairs would look great individually in a bedroom or living room as a statement piece, or use them at the head of our dining tables.This style of chair was one of the first to appear in China, with pictorial records dating back to as early as the 6th century. The name 'Yoke-back' refers to the shape of the curved headrest, but the style is also known as an 'Official's Hat' chair as the headrest was also thought to resemble the winged hats of Chinese mandarins of the Ming dynasty. Our version has the same beautiful curves and detail as our yoke-back side chair, including the dragon in carved relief on the curved back rest. However it is slightly larger and has the beautifully curved, protruding armrests that are distinctive of this style.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960408952889,"sku":"CT12D","price":495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Yoke-Back-Armchair-Black1.jpg?v=1571714018"},{"product_id":"yoke-back-armchair-light","title":"Yoke-Back Armchair, Light Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eGreat individually in a bedroom or living room as a statement piece, or use them at the head of our dining tables. This light elm model is made from solid reclaimed elm wood with a rattan seat. This style of chair was one of the first to appear in China, with pictorial records dating back to as early as the 6th century. The name 'Yoke-back' refers to the shape of the curved headrest, but the style is also known as an 'Official's Hat' chair as the headrest was also thought to resemble the winged hats of Chinese mandarins of the Ming dynasty. Our version has the same beautiful curves and detail as our yoke-back side chair, including the dragon in carved relief on the curved back rest. However it is slightly larger and has the beautifully curved, protruding armrests that are distinctive of this style.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960409116729,"sku":"CT12M","price":495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Yoke-Back-Armchair-Light1.jpg?v=1571714018"},{"product_id":"cross-legged-chair-warm","title":"Cross Legged Armchair, Warm Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eBased on the classic Chinese horseshoe armchair but in a more colonial style, this lovely warm elm chair goes perfectly with our cross legged desk or can be used separately for occasional seating. It has the same 'S' shaped legs forming an hourglass shape at the front and back, as well as a slightly curved seat with a rattan inlay. The middle backrest is carved in relief with a 'ruyi', symbolising prosperity, while above this is a lotus flower to denote long life and wealth. The narrow spindles either side that support the curved backrest are not often seen in Chinese furniture - although they did appear on chairs in the late Qing dynasty, specifically on smaller pieces known as rose chairs, used normally in ladies' quarters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960433856569,"sku":"CT17N","price":645.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Cross-Legged_Chair-Warm1.jpg?v=1571714020"},{"product_id":"cross-legged-chair-black","title":"Cross Legged Armchair, Black Lacquer","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis lovely black lacquer chair has the same 'S' shaped legs forming an hourglass shape at the front and back, as well as a slightly curved seat with a rattan inlay, it goes perfectly with our cross legged desk or can be used separately for occasional seating. Based on the classic Chinese horseshoe armchair but in a more colonial style, the middle backrest is carved in relief with a 'ruyi', symbolising prosperity, while above this is a lotus flower to denote long life and wealth. The narrow spindles either side that support the curved backrest are not often seen in Chinese furniture - although they did appear on chairs in the late Qing dynasty, specifically on smaller pieces known as rose chairs, used normally in ladies' quarters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960435232825,"sku":"CT17D","price":645.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Cross-Legged-Chair-Black1.jpg?v=1571714020"},{"product_id":"childs-yoke-back-warm","title":"Child's Yoke-Back Armchair, Warm Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a mini warm elm version of our classic yoke-back armchair, scaled down to suit the little ones in your life. It has the same curved headrest and arms as the larger version, as well as the 'S' shaped backrest with a symbol in carved relief - a bat for good luck or a butterfly for happiness. The footrest at the bottom is great for little legs but the chair is suitable for most children up to 7 or 8 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960435363897,"sku":"CT18N","price":159.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Childs-Yoke-Back-Warm1.jpg?v=1571714020"},{"product_id":"childs-yoke-back-black","title":"Child's Yoke-Back Armchair, Black Lacquer","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a mini version of our classic black lacquer yoke-back armchair, with the same curved headrest and arms as the larger version, it is scaled down to suit the little ones in your life. It also has the 'S' shaped backrest with a symbol in carved relief - a bat for good luck or a butterfly for happiness. The footrest at the bottom is great for little legs but the chair is suitable for most children up to 7 or 8 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960435429433,"sku":"CT18D","price":159.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Childs-Yoke-Back-Black1.jpg?v=1571714020"},{"product_id":"southern-official-warm","title":"Southern Official's Chair, Warm Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis style of chair appeared slightly later in China's history than the 'Yoke-Back' or 'Official's Hat' chair. The main development was that the top rail and arms of the chair join onto the supporting posts rather than protruding further out. This gives a smoother, more fluid look. Our warm elm version has a rattan covered seat and curved backrest for comfort. The backrest has a scrolling dragon motif in carved relief, while the spandrels at the corners of the top rail and side posts are also finely carved. The seat is quite low, making the chair suitable for use in a living room or bedroom. Made from reclaimed solid elm wood with a rattan seat.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960446603321,"sku":"CT01N","price":645.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Southern-Official-Warm1.jpg?v=1571714020"},{"product_id":"southern-official-black","title":"Southern Official's Chair, Black Lacquer","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur black lacquer chair has a rattan covered seat and curved backrest for comfort. The backrest has a scrolling dragon motif in carved relief, while the spandrels at the corners of the top rail and side posts are also finely carved. This style of chair appeared slightly later in China's history than the 'Yoke-Back' or 'Official's Hat' chair. The main development was that the top rail and arms of the chair join onto the supporting posts rather than protruding further out. This gives a smoother, more fluid look. The seat is quite low, making the chair suitable for use in a living room or bedroom. Made from reclaimed solid elm wood with a rattan seat.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960446701625,"sku":"CT01D","price":645.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Southern-Official-Black1.jpg?v=1571714020"},{"product_id":"square-stool-warm","title":"Square Stool, Warm Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur warm elm version is a faithful reproduction of the classic design, and has a rattan top set within the seat. It works well for occasional seating, but also makes a great bedside table or lamp stand. Unlike in other Asian countries, where people continued to sit on the floor centuries later, the Chinese quickly developed higher level seating and stools were in use throughout China from as early as the Tang dynasty over a thousand years ago. They were not seen as an inferior type of seating and were used by all levels of society. By the Ming dynasty a design had appeared with 'horse hoof' feet and a 'waisted' top that remained largely unchanged and extremely popular for several hundred years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960456138809,"sku":"CT23N","price":445.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Square-Stool-Warm1.jpg?v=1571714021"},{"product_id":"square-stool-black","title":"Square Stool, Black Lacquer","description":"\u003cp\u003eUnlike in other Asian countries, where people continued to sit on the floor centuries later, the Chinese quickly developed higher level seating and stools were in use throughout China from as early as the Tang dynasty over a thousand years ago. They were not seen as an inferior type of seating and were used by all levels of society. By the Ming dynasty a design had appeared with 'horse hoof' feet and a 'waisted' top that remained largely unchanged and extremely popular for several hundred years. Our black lacquer version is a faithful reproduction of this classic design, and has a rattan top set within the seat. It works well for occasional seating, but also makes a great bedside table or lamp stand.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960456269881,"sku":"CT23D","price":445.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Square-Stool-Black1.jpg?v=1571714021"},{"product_id":"square-stool-light","title":"Square Stool, Light Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eStools and higher level seating were in use throughout China from as early as the Tang dynasty over a thousand years ago, unlike in other Asian countries, where people continued to sit on the floor centuries later. They were not seen as an inferior type of seating and were used by all levels of society. By the Ming dynasty a design had appeared with 'horse hoof' feet and a 'waisted' top that remained largely unchanged and extremely popular for several hundred years. Our version is a faithful reproduction of this classic design, and has a rattan top set within the seat. It works well for occasional seating, but also makes a great bedside table or lamp table.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960456368185,"sku":"CT23M","price":445.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Square-Stool-LightM.jpg?v=1571714021"},{"product_id":"folding-horseshoe-warm","title":"Folding Horseshoe Armchair, Warm Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eSimple folding stools were seen very early on in China's history - the first recorded stools being from the Han dynasty almost two thousand years ago. These developed later into larger folding armchairs, these being similar to the classic Chinese horseshoe chair but with folding legs and woven seats, making them transportable for travelling and easy to store. Our version is a faithful reproduction of antique Chinese chairs from the Ming dynasty, crafted and carved by hand and with decorative brass hardware on the arms and footrest. The curved backrest features wonderful open carvings of a 'kylin' (a Chinese unicorn) on the main panel, with a dragon inside a 'ruyi' (a symbol of prosperity) above. The seat is woven, surprisingly comfortable when stretched with the chair fully open. This is a real statement piece that will bring a wow factor to any home. Can also be made to order in black lacquer, light elm or other colours (allow up to 12 weeks for delivery).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960458596409,"sku":"CT15N","price":1145.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Folding-Horseshoe-Warm1.jpg?v=1571714021"},{"product_id":"flat-top-wooden-stool","title":"Flat Top Wooden Chinese Stool","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShanxi, circa 1920\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed throughout China for everyday seating, these wooden stools have a lovely, rustic character brought out by the weathered wood. They are great for seating guests indoors or outdoors, or make handy side tables. The price shown is for one stool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote that sizes and styles vary slightly as each stool is individual. The stools shown here are meant as an example and the actual stools in the photos may not be available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6973291331641,"sku":"ATC-TA-182146","price":165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Chinese-Stool-ATC-TA-182146.jpg?v=1606146595"},{"product_id":"round-wooden-stool","title":"Round Chinese Wooden Stool","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShanxi, circa 1920\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese old wooden stools are in a variety of shapes and sizes, some four legged and some three, but all with a chunky, round seat. Handy for occasional seating outdoors or inside when you have guests, they are also perfect as portable little side tables. The price shown is for one stool only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote that sizes and styles vary slightly as each stool is individual. The stools shown here are meant as an example and the actual stools in the photos may not be available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6973293002809,"sku":"ATC-TA-182147","price":175.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Round-Stools-ATC-TA-182147e.jpg?v=1571714036"},{"product_id":"pair-of-shanxi-antique-elm-armchairs","title":"Pair of Shanxi Antique Elm Armchairs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShanxi, circa 1890\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful pair of chairs are in elm wood and come from Shanxi in central China. They are based on a style known as 'official's hat' or 'yoke-back', but in this case the extending top rail that gives the style its name is only slightly curved. Unusually, the rail, legs and supporting posts are all squared rather than rounded. As is typical on Chinese chairs the backrest has some lovely carved decoration. In this case there is an auspicious 'ruyi' symbol in open carving on each chair above a Chinese unicorn ('kylin') in relief. Originally in a deep black lacquer, the finish has largely worn on the seat, armrests and footrests to show the paler wood underneath. A beautiful, quite unusual example of Chinese armchairs that would look fantastic in a modern setting. Sold as a pair, the price shown is for both chairs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6973333045305,"sku":"ATC-TA-182137","price":1795.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/files\/ATC-TA-182137a.jpg?v=1747131939"},{"product_id":"round-stool-blue-lacquer","title":"Round Stool, Blue Lacquer","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis little three legged stool is a classic Chinese design, given a fresh take with a distressed blue lacquer. Great for occasional seating or as a little side table.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6983646150713,"sku":"CHS-TL-344","price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/CHS-TL-344a.jpg?v=1571714045"},{"product_id":"dining-chair","title":"Dining Chair","description":"\u003cspan id=\"proddescription\"\u003eThese lovely chairs in solid elm show off some of the wonderful craftsmanship of our Shanghai workshop. The 'S' shaped curved backrests were common in chairs produced in China for hundreds of years, but are given an update here with an attractive lattice effect. The chair legs are slightly tapered at the bottom and curved above the seat to match the backrest, while the seat itself is also subtly curved for extra comfort. The chairs go perfectly with our Dining Table in the same range, with our Computer Desk or just for occasional seating.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6985304375353,"sku":"CAY-TC04","price":465.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Dining_Chair1.jpg?v=1571714046"},{"product_id":"dressing-stool","title":"Dressing Stool","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"proddescription\"\u003eThis lovely little wooden stool is designed for use with our Dressing Table in the same range but could also be used for occasional seating in any room. The same detailing present throughout the range is seen again here, including the tapered profile and the diamond shaped pegs that help secure the legs and stretchers. 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