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Early 20th Century Black & White Hand Beaded African Chair
$3,950
£2,997.17
€3,426.99
CA$5,517.08
A$6,134.24
CHF 3,202.96
MX$74,668.65
NOK 40,868.40
SEK 38,291.74
DKK 25,576.29
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This truly exquisite hand beaded chair by the Yoruba Artisans of Nigeria, best representation of furniture as art. And don't be shy to sit on them, because they are very comfortable. There is a Second matching chair available.
They were traditionally created for the Yoruba tribe kings and queens and are embellished with thousands of seed glass beads applied to fabric covers, which are then stitched or glued onto the chair frame - resulting in an exotic chair covered in elaborate beading. It takes approximately 12 to 14 weeks to add these tiny beads to a single chair. The designs used to have meanings denoting things like wealth, power, strength and wisdom; in addition to having spiritual significance.
- Dimensions:Height: 39 in (99.06 cm)Width: 26 in (66.04 cm)Depth: 24 in (60.96 cm)Seat Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)
- Style:Folk Art (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Normal wear from use, some minor areas where beads are missing in upper corner (see detail images) but since they are so small, it appears natural and normal. Very solid and comfortable.
- Seller Location:North Miami, FL
- Reference Number:Seller: Gustavo Olivieri 20th C.1stDibs: LU832825851782
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