Sculptural Ethiopian Jimma Chair, Carved from One Piece of Wood, circa 1880
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Sculptural Ethiopian Jimma Chair, Carved from One Piece of Wood, circa 1880
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- Dimensions:Height: 38.98 in (99 cm)Width: 20.87 in (53 cm)Depth: 20.87 in (53 cm)Seat Height: 19.69 in (50 cm)
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- Place of Origin:Ethiopia
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- Date of Manufacture:1880
- Condition:
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2276314965781
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