A RARE ZITAN 'SOUTHERN OFFICIAL'S HAT' ARMCHAIRLATE 17TH-18TH CENTURYThe top rail is supported on an S-shaped back splat and curved rear posts, which continue to form the rear legs. The curved arms are supported on tapering braces and front posts, above a mat seat set within a rectangular frame and plain aprons fitted on the front and sides with a lattice-work pattern above straight stretchers. The legs are joined by plain stretchers at the sides and a foot rest at the front.36 1⁄2 in. (92.7 cm.) high, 23 1⁄4 in. (59 cm.) wide, 21 1⁄8 in. (53.5 cm.) deep