What are the characteristics of furniture chairs in Ming Dynasty?
1, the shape is simple, mainly lines, and the proportion of furniture in Ming Dynasty is extremely symmetrical and coordinated. The height, length, thickness and width between the upper and lower parts of the chair, the legs of the chair, the back of the chair and the chair are impeccably symmetrical and coordinated, which meets the functional requirements and has no unnecessary burden. The overall feeling is a combination of lines. Combining rigidity with softness, the lines are rigid but not stiff, soft but not weak, showing the beauty of simplicity, simplicity, elegance and generosity.
2. Rigorous structure and fine workmanship. The mortise and tenon structure of Ming dynasty furniture is very scientific. No nails, less glue, not affected by natural conditions (wet or dry), and the method of saving edges is adopted in production. Between parts with large span, dental plates, dental strips, etc. They are all inlaid, which is beautiful and strengthens the firmness. Today, after hundreds of years of changes, Ming dynasty furniture is still as strong as ever, which is enough to reflect the high scientific nature of its structure.
3. The decoration is moderately simple and appropriate. The decorative techniques and materials of furniture in Ming Dynasty are varied. However, we must not covet stacking and carving, but should carry out appropriate local decoration according to the overall requirements. Keep the whole simple and exquisite. It can be described as appropriate and icing on the cake.
4. The wood is hard and the texture is beautiful. The hardwood furniture in Ming Dynasty made full use of the texture advantages of wood and gave full play to the natural beauty of hardwood materials. Most of them present hazy images such as feathers and animal faces, which make people have endless reverie. Its materials are mostly high-grade hardwoods such as Huang Huali and rosewood, which have the natural beauty of tone and texture. When making, craftsmen make full use of the color and texture of wood itself to form their own unique style and aesthetic taste, in addition to meticulous workmanship.