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African Solid Wood Folding Chair Design Ethnic Carved, circa 1970

About the Item

African chair made of solid wood, known as a "palaver" chair. The two-part structure can be disassembled, handcrafted and decorated with geometric patterns on the seat and along the entire length of the backrest.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.53 in (75 cm)Width: 15.36 in (39 cm)Depth: 35.44 in (90 cm)Seat Height: 12.6 in (32 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lyon, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3066322512782
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