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What is a sedan chair used for?

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What is a sedan chair used for?
A sedan chair was used in the past for transporting a passenger through the streets of the city. It is a covered cabin that was carried on poles by two people.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
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Antique Chinese Sedan Chair, 1890s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Antique Chinese sedan chair, China, late 19th century. This colorful and extraordinary
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Antique Late 19th Century Historical Memorabilia

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Located in Gloucestershire, GB
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Historical Memorabilia

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Located in London, GB
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Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
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Antique 1850s Baroque Historical Memorabilia

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Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered this unique full size sedan chair/carriage from the late 19th century with great original
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Located in Greenwich, CT
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