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African Ashanti King's Asipim Chair Ghana 19th Century

$1,145
£868.80
€993.39
CA$1,599.25
A$1,778.15
CHF 928.45
MX$21,644.46
NOK 11,846.66
SEK 11,099.76
DKK 7,413.89
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About the Item

African Ashanti tribe chiefs chair. Highly decorated with brass tacks and pressed brass decorations. Hardwood with vellum back and seat. Ghana. Late 19th century.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.5 in (72.39 cm)Width: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)Depth: 19 in (48.26 cm)Seat Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very sturdy. Missing a couple oh the brass escutcheon.
  • Seller Location:
    Rochester, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 467091stDibs: LU1585235316362

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