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African Palawar folding chair

About the Item

A sculptural African Palawar folding chair. Carved from one piece of hardwood. With a motif depicting a bird with a fish in its beak. Dry cracks. Not really suitable for sitting. More of a decorative sculpture.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 39.38 in (100 cm)Width: 13.78 in (35 cm)Depth: 31.5 in (80 cm)Seat Height: 13.78 in (35 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Hardwood,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    Africa
  • Period:
    20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Minor structural damages.
  • Seller Location:
    Stockholm, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10038244206292

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