Cantonese Rattan Industry Association hardwood chairs and side tea tables

Title
Cantonese Rattan Industry Association hardwood chairs and side tea tables
Year/Period
c. 1920s
Region
Singapore
Dimension
Gross measurement: Refer to parts
Accession No.
2011-02058
Credit Line
Gift of the Singapore Rattan Industry Association

This set of eight chairs and three side tea tables belonged to the Cantonese Rattan Industry Association. They are an example of the standard hardwood furniture used for traditional Chinese clan association hall settings during the late 19th to early 20th century.