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Antique Tribal Ethiopian Ceremonial Coffee Stands

$3,000per set
£2,293.66per set
€2,641.83per set
CA$4,203.92per set
A$4,693.28per set
CHF 2,459.21per set
MX$57,450.37per set
NOK 31,231.98per set
SEK 29,447.79per set
DKK 19,716.27per set

About the Item

Grouping of Ceremonial coffee stands Ethiopia Early 20th century Wood Largest: 8" high x 6" diameter (20 x 15 cm) Smallest: 6.75" x 3.50" ( 17 x 9 cm) These little known Brancusi-like sculptures were made to support coffeee cups in a ritualized form of making and drinking coffee by several ethnic groups in Ethiopia, such as the Gurage, Oromo, and Amara.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Diameter: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 5
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AM5091stDibs: LU1778230154722

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