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2 African carved thrones, Bamileké
$3,834.06per item
£2,853.68per item
€3,200per item
CA$5,251.70per item
A$5,841.04per item
CHF 3,050.01per item
MX$71,079.25per item
NOK 38,953.28per item
SEK 36,531.30per item
DKK 24,360.48per item
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2 beautiful African thrones of the Bamileké people, Cameroon, hand-carved from a single log of Cola hardwood, stained black.
It features the typical Bamilekè perforated 'spider's web' workmanship, symbolizing the bond between the living and the dead, a way to honor the own ancestors.
Measurements: throne left 49.5x63x91h seat40h right throne 51x57x92 sitting 41h
- Dimensions:Height: 35.83 in (91 cm)Width: 19.49 in (49.5 cm)Depth: 24.81 in (63 cm)Seat Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)
- Style:Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1980-1989
- Date of Manufacture:1980's
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Firenze, IT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9510238269232
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