Rattan Office Chair and Official Hat Chair

Among rattan office chairs, the official hat chairs are mainly divided into two types: the southern official hat chair and the four-protruding-end official hat chair, with significant differences in structural features and design styles.

In terms of structural features, the two ends of the top rail and the front ends of the left and right armrests of the four-protruding-end official hat chair all protrude outward. This design makes its overall shape more stretched, with hard lines and a sense of outward-extending tension. In contrast, the top rail and armrests of the southern official hat chair do not protrude, resulting in more inward and softer overall lines, presenting a sense of subtle beauty. For example, the rosewood fan-shaped southern official hat chair has a top rail and armrests that do not extend beyond the chair frame, showcasing a simple and smooth form.

In terms of design style, the four-protruding-end official hat chair, due to its protruding design, appears more grand and bold, with an ancient and solemn charm. It often gives a sense of majesty and formality and is suitable for placement in relatively spacious and formal settings. The southern official hat chair, on the other hand, is relatively more delicate and gentle. Its inward design style makes it more suitable for spaces that pursue an elegant and tranquil atmosphere. Take the rosewood fan-shaped southern official hat chair as an example. It is replicated 1:1 from the original, with a front width of 75.8 cm, a rear width of 61 cm, a depth of 60.5 cm, and a height of 108.5 cm. Made of rosewood (scientific name: Dalbergia melanoxylon), its seat panel is fan-shaped and woven by hand with a soft rattan mat. The dense brown and rattan materials provide good air permeability, keeping it warm in winter and cool in summer. The backrest is carved with peonies, symbolizing wealth and good luck. The rear and front legs are made of thick materials and are continuous from top to bottom. The side stretchers are thin at the top and thick at the bottom, with a rounded edge on the apron. The lower apron has a sunken belly shape, outlined by a bead line along the edge. The legs are designed with a step-by-step rising pattern, symbolizing upward progress. Two curved crossbars are installed at the bottom, and the bottom is tightly laid with brown ropes, making the overall design delicate and rich in cultural connotations. In addition, there is also a custom-made big red sandalwood rattan-faced low southern official hat chair made of black old material, which also reflects the diversity of material selection for southern official hat chairs.