Ornate furnishings like this one would have been found in homes of the Baba-Nyonya, or Peranakans, descendents of Chinese traders who began arriving in Malacca as early as the 15th century.
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This gorgeous carved coat rack has a deep, rich color and a lustrous sheen. Ornate furnishings like this one would have been found in homes of the Baba-Nyonya, or Peranakans, descendents of Chinese traders who began arriving in Malacca as early as the 15th century. Lovers of luxury, the Baba-Nyonya are known for developing the Straits Eclectic style of architecture.
With average temperatures between 75 and 89 degrees, architecture in the Malay Archipelago has traditionally been dictated by the weather. The first native dwellings made use of such heat-combating features as rais... Read More
With average temperatures between 75 and 89 degrees, architecture in the Malay Archipelago has traditionally been dictated by the weather. The first native dwellings made use of such heat-combating features as raised verandas, high ceilings and ventilation grilles, and arriving newcomers like the Chinese wisely kept these Malay hallmarks, while adding their own twist. This fusion would get a fresh injection with the European occupation of the region, especially by the British, who took over in 1825, bringing Western design elements like classical pilasters and intricate plaster moldings. The island’s prosperous Peranakan community took a liking to the new European architecture, and incorporated many of its aspects without sacrificing their own aesthetic, resulting in the delightful stylistic mélange known as “Straits Eclectic.” Read Less
2.8 x 1.4 ft
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