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Style: Tribal
Tribal Stool from Africa
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A large scale, hand carved and silver painted Ashanti tribal stool. Likely painted silver in the 1920s to compliment metallic trend of the Art Dec...
Category

Early 20th Century Ghanaian Tribal Primitives

Materials

Wood, Paint

Tribal Stool from Africa
Tribal Stool from Africa

Tribal Stool from Africa

$4,800
Pair of African Lobi Tribe Wooden Chairs, 20th Century Folk Art
Located in Valby, 84
This unique pair of Lobi chairs from West Africa showcases the exceptional craftsmanship of the Lobi people, renowned for their functional yet sculptural designs. Hand-carved from so...
Category

20th Century African Tribal Primitives

Materials

Wood

Pair of African Lobi Tribe Wooden Chairs, 20th Century Folk Art
Pair of African Lobi Tribe Wooden Chairs, 20th Century Folk Art

Pair of African Lobi Tribe Wooden Chairs, 20th Century Folk Art

$2,938 / set
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Ashanti Style Tribal Stool
Located in Pasadena, TX
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Materials

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Tribal primitives for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Tribal primitives for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage primitives created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include folk art, more furniture and collectibles, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with natural fiber, paint and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Tribal primitives made in a specific country, there are Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Congo pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for primitives differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,600 and tops out at $4,800 while the average work can sell for $3,200.

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