probably late Qing dynasty, each in heavy dense black wood throughout, in faux bamboo with pierced splat centering carved bamboo panel, paneled caned seats, 41-1/4 x 27 x 22 in.Note: With Huayi Furniture Co. Bill of Lading dated 1998, explain the wood as Zitan and over 240 years old?This lot contains wood that may be restricted under international or local law. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits for the transport of the object.Provenance: With receipt from Huayi Furniture, Beijing; Property of a lawyer who worked and resided in China品相报告: checking and shrinkage cracks, some distress and minor repairs to caned seats