Shanxi Province produced very interesting old furniture of which this double folding chair is one. Single folding chair in similar style is often found in Ming Dynasty woodcut illustations. The chair has yokebacks and a slant back splats which are comfortable to lean on. Folding chairs are handy to have around for garden parties, or seating for theatrical performances. (According to the famous Qing novel Dream of the Red Chamber, theatrical troupes were invited to perform in the Garden of Grandview for the entertainment for the ladies of the Jia family.) The folding chair is old and the string seat has been restrung, Approximately 36 inches wide and 34 inches high.

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The strung rope seat is a replacement. Wood shows age and wear, foot rests could be a replacement.