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19th Century Ethiopian Throne

About the Item

This large, impressive nineteenth-century Ethiopian throne, from the Wollega Oromo culture, features a high, upright back-rest. An attractive cut-out cross formation, typically found among chairs from this region of Ethiopia, decorates the back support. The large, round seat of the chair is supported by three slightly bow-shaped legs with a distinctive 'knuckle' formation located halfway up the vertical stilt supports. High-backed wooden chairs figure prominently in the installation of chiefs among different groups in Ethiopia - serving as symbols of rank and entitlement during meetings by the council of elders. ‍Estimated Period: Second Half of 19th Century Ex Private Family Collection, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Dimensions:

Height: 37.7 in (95.76 cm)Diameter: 21.2 in (53.85 cm)Seat Height: 15.7 in (39.88 cm)

Style:

Tribal (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Place of Origin:

Period:

Late 19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

Late 19th Century

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

London, GB

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU8736237025802

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