Rare Chinese 19th Century "Captains" Adjustable rounded Arm Chair, the 4 feet joined by "X" stretcher with arms and back supports all carved and polished as "Bamboo", the back splat pierced & carved with a Dragon; the seat with Iron & bronze screw mechanism to change the height. Height to top of back 40 inches (101.6 cm.). Width across arms 22 inches (56 cm.). PROVENANCE: The Collection of a New Jersey Couple.

Age related polishing to the hard wood carving, the iron & bronze screw mechanism partly tight; hard wood shrinkage with old infill, some joints a little loose with some re-gluing. NOTE: Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Eddie's Auction shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging.