Royal Office Chair
Royal office chairs typically refer to seats with a noble and majestic design style, used to reflect the status and identity of the user. They can be divided into three categories: traditional thrones, specific dragon chairs from history, and modern office chairs imitating royal styles.
Traditionally, royal office chairs are represented by the 'throne'. The throne originally referred to the seat of an emperor or deity, and later came to denote the seat of a noble person. Its form is based on a large chair, with an overall design that pursues grandeur and solemnity to highlight the supreme status of the user. In terms of decoration, it often features intricate carvings of cloud dragons and other patterns, which are not only exquisite artistic expressions but also carry symbolic meanings such as imperial power and good fortune. In terms of materials, it is mostly made of precious woods such as rosewood and huanghuali, which are hard, have beautiful grain patterns, and are highly durable. Additionally, it is coated with gold paint, giving the throne a resplendent visual effect and further emphasizing its majesty and luxury.
The most famous royal office chair in history is the 'gilded carved dragon wooden chair' in the Hall of Supreme Harmony of the Forbidden City, commonly known as the dragon chair. This chair is coated with gold paint and shines brilliantly in the sunlight, exuding nobility. It is covered with dragon patterns, which are symbols of imperial power in Chinese culture. These dragon patterns are diverse in form and lifelike, as if they could soar into the sky at any moment. In terms of structure, the outer frame is made of rosewood, which has a high density and small pores, making it an excellent material for high-end furniture. The panel is made of birch, which is relatively light in weight and, when paired with rosewood, ensures the chair's sturdiness while reducing its overall weight. Additionally, it is equipped with phoebe zhennan wood, which has a unique fragrance and beautiful grain patterns, adding an elegant touch to the chair.
In modern times, some manufacturers have also launched office chairs with a royal style, such as crown high-back chairs and European-style wedding king chairs. These chairs can be used as decorative chairs in hotels and clubs or as royal chairs. Their designs draw on elements from traditional royal seats, such as high backs and ornate decorations, but may place more emphasis on modern needs and cost control in terms of materials and craftsmanship. For example, a certain manufacturer sells such chairs directly for 1750 yuan each, which is relatively affordable compared to traditional royal seats and allows more people to experience the unique charm of the royal style to a certain extent.
