Yoruba Wooden Stool
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Yoruba Wooden Stool
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)Depth: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
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- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:20th Century
- Condition:Extremely fine condition.
- Seller Location:Beverly Hills, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: X.06011stDibs: LU232335810483
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