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Place of Origin: African
Mirage Sofa in Copper Fabric Upholstery by Alexandre Ligios, Organic Couch
By Alexandre Ligios
Located in New York, NY
Mirage Sofa by Alexandre Ligios Aliénor fabric base, Copper cushion upholstery. 118" W x 43.3" D x 36" H (Seat Height: 15.7") The Mirage sofa captivates with its enveloping lines ...
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2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Athens Stool in Iroko Wood by Leonard Kadid for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Inspired by classical Greek architecture, the Athens stool uses only two different elements. Made of solid wood, the geometry of the stool comes as a result of its assembly method - ...
Category

2010s Minimalist African Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Spirale Chair in 'Slalom' Fabric Upholstery by Alexandre Ligios, Organic Curves
By Alexandre Ligios
Located in New York, NY
Spirale Chair by Alexandre Ligios Casamance's 'Sami/Slalom' upholstery. 52.4" W x 47.2" D x 29.5" H Spirale captivates with its perfect balance of power and sensuality. Its organ...
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2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Illusion Pouf 'Orphisme' Upholstery by Alexandre Ligios, Organic Curves Chair
By Alexandre Ligios
Located in New York, NY
Illusion Pouf by Alexandre Ligios Casamance 'Orphisme' Upholstery. 47.2" W x 35.4" D x 17.7" H “Illusion” takes on the silhouette of a coffee bean, with organic curves. Beneath i...
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2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Dark Frame Juliette Rattan Chair by Creel and Gow
By Creel and Gow
Located in New York, NY
Creel and Gow Juliette Rattan Chair: Measures: 19" x 21" x 35.5"H 18" seat height (Dark Frame. It also exists in a lighter frame) Introducing Creel and Gow's exclusive wicker and ra...
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21st Century and Contemporary African Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Juliette Rattan Chair by Creel and Gow
By Creel and Gow
Located in New York, NY
Creel and Gow Juliette Rattan Chair: Measures: 19" x 21" x 35.5"H 18" seat height Introducing Creel and Gow's exclusive wicker and rattan collection, designed by Marco Scarani. We'r...
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21st Century and Contemporary African Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Carved African Bamileke Throne Chair
Located in Troy, MI
This circa 1980s hand carved African chair was made by a member of the Bamileke tribe from Cameroon. Hand carved dark stained wood arm chair with rounded, open-work back that feature...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal African Chairs

Materials

Wood

Marshan Rattan Side Chair by Creel and Gow
By Creel and Gow
Located in New York, NY
Marshan Rattan side chair by Creel and Gow, in green: Dimensions: 18.5" x 23" x 36.5" H -Seat Height: 18" Introducing Creel and Gow's exclusive wicker and rattan collection, designe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary African Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Rustic African Tribal Hand Carved Folding Palaver Chair, Wabi Sabi, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Gorgeous unique African hand carved folding chair in solid wood. Also named the palaver chair as a traditional African furniture type. Beautifully handcr...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal African Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rustic West African Tribal Lobi Chair, Burkina Faso, Wabi Sabi, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
A highly decorative African Lobi chair, crafted in Burkina Faso during the 1940s. This type of stool / chair was for individual use and marked the social ra...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal African Chairs

Materials

Wood

Sling Hanging Swing Chair Genuine Brown Leather 21st Century Modern
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with a sheet of natural thick leather hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable e...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Antique African Wooden Chair or Side Table
Located in New York, NY
Hand carved wooden chair from the Ivory Coast of Africa. This can also be used as a low side table. A piece of art. This chair was sourced in the spirit of wabi-sabi, a Japanese ...
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19th Century Primitive Antique African Chairs

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Modern Thick Leather Sling Hanging Chair
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the seat made of leather hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experienc...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Senoufo African Folding Chair Fish Pattern on the Back Ivory Coast.
Located in Linkebeek, BE
African hand-carved wooden chair with a beautiful dark brown patina. This folding chair, made up of two pieces that fit together, is made from a single piece of West African cabinet wood. Also called a guard chair, this traditional African folding chair was once reserved for the African elite. Suitable for indoor or outdoor use, this African club chair features a carved fish design on the back. ethnic...
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Early 20th Century Brutalist African Chairs

Materials

Wood

Sling Hanging Swing Chair Genuine Black Leather 21st Century Modern
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of soft leather hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experie...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Green Peacock Rattan Side Chair
By Creel and Gow
Located in New York, NY
Green Peacock Rattan Side Chair: Measures: 19" x 21" x 38"H Seat Height: 18" Introducing Creel and Gow's exclusive wicker and rattan coll...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary African Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Vintage African Beaded Yoruba Chair, Multicolor - 2 Chairs Available
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Description Originally hand-crafted for the Nigerian Yoruba tribe kings and queens, each chair takes approximately 3 months to make. Thousands of tiny glass beads are intricately applied to canvas fabric in beautiful shapes and designs. The fabric is then attached and stitched to the chair frame. A painstaking process resulting in an elaborate, one-of-a-kind work of art. We love these Yoruba chairs...
Category

20th Century African Chairs

Materials

Beads

Marshan Rattan Arm Chair in Green By Creel and Gow
By Creel and Gow
Located in New York, NY
Marshan rattan armchair by Creel and Gow, in Green: Measures: 22" x 21" x 37" H- Seat Height: 18" Introducing Creel and Gow's exclusive wicker and rattan collection, designed by Mar...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary African Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Modern Wheel Recliner Hanging Swing Chair in Black
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The WHEEL swing seat is sculptural and dynamic. Its striking circular shape lends itself for use as a functional art piece. The chair has an open yet enveloping feel. The pattern ...
Category

2010s Minimalist African Chairs

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Mirage Sofa in Vanilla Fabric Upholstery by Alexandre Ligios, Organic Couch
By Alexandre Ligios
Located in New York, NY
Mirage Sofa by Alexandre Ligios Aliénor fabric base, vanilla cushion upholstery. 118" W x 43.3" D x 36" H (Seat Height: 15.7") The Mirage sofa captivates with its enveloping lines...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Modern Thick Leather Hanging Sling Chair
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the seat made of leather hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, ...
Category

2010s Rustic African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Genuine Soft Leather Sling Chair, Modern Stylish Sensory Swing
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of soft leather hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experie...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Moroccan Moorish Style 1900s Side Chair with Richly Carved Décor and Star Inlay
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Moroccan Moorish style accent side chair from the early 20th century, with richly carved décor, mother-of-pearl inlay, Arabic calligraphy and X-Form base. Created in Morocco during...
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Early 20th Century Moorish African Chairs

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Creel and Gow Rattan Trellis Chair
By Creel and Gow
Located in New York, NY
Rattan Trellis chair made for Creel and Gow in Tangier Morocco Measures: 29" x 27" x 38".  
Category

21st Century and Contemporary African Chairs

Materials

Rattan

IBIZA Contemporary Yellow Velvet Chair by Alexandre Ligios
By Alexandre Ligios
Located in New York, NY
IBIZA Chair by Alexandre Ligios, Represented by Tuleste Factory W 39.4" x H 35.4" x D 37.4" Wooden structure and velvet fabrics Symmetrical and rounded ...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Vintage Hand Carved African Baule Primitive Tribal Chair
By Baule Tribe
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Vintage hand carved African Baule Tribal yoke back low chair. Vintage hand carved African Baule Triball chair. Low chairs such as this were carried on the shoulders of village men a...
Category

Early 20th Century Tribal African Chairs

Materials

Wood

70's Feel Modern Boucle, Brass & Carved Walnut Oromo Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
This bespoke, luxurious, lounge chair is part of the Oromo collection designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa. The Oromo collection is inspired by 70's surface design, the backrest of this chair has a tactile, sculpted surface that is meticulously, mechanically carved, the entire process taking over 50 hours. This nod to 70's furniture and surface design fused with sensual curves and a minimal aesthetic results in a highly individual unique lounge chair design. The Oromo lounge chair is upholstered in a cream boucle, this upholstery together with the carved walnut timber backrest gives the chair a distinct mid century modern vibe which will complement most interior design styles...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Brass

Strelitzia Modern Solid Brass Upholstered Luxury Dining Chair by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Strelitzia bespoke, dining chair is designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa. This luxury dining chair has a backrest of soli...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Brass

Plum Boucle', Bronzed Steel, Brass & Ostrich Feather, Ostrich Fluff Lounge Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
A new addition to the the Ostrich Fluff collection designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa. This gorgeous plum Boucle' lounge chair is a harmonious play on materials that results in sophisticated statement of a piece. The Boucle base is trimmed with genuine ostrich feather trim in a delicate pink, this creates a wispy floating effect. The base and backrest are connected with a sensual bronzed steel spine, fixed with a bespoke solid brass button. This lounge chair is matched with an ottoman that can be purchased separately. Color option in upholstery and feathers are available. Besides the Sofa, Lounge chair & Ottoman, the Ostrich Fluff range is highly customizable, speak to us about the possibilities. We have created large curved sofas for hotels, cinema daybeds for private home cinemas...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Mid Century Douglas Heaslett Arne Norell Style Chairs, a Pair
By Arne Norell
Located in Basel, BS
Sold here as a pair. For sale here is a gorgeous pair of sculptural safari chairs imported from Africa in the 60's by our client who was an avid collector. These are hand carved v...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern African Chairs

Materials

Naugahyde, Oak

Early 20th Century Gurage Peoples Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking and rare early 20th century Ethiopian Gurage Peoples chair with a modernist spirit, carved of a single piece of wood with a curved back and a r...
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Early 20th Century Tribal African Chairs

Materials

Wood

Sling Hanging Swing Chair Genuine White Leather 21st Century Modern
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of soft leather hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experie...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Vintage African Beaded Yoruba Chair, Multicolor, 2 Chairs Available
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Description Originally hand-crafted for the Nigerian Yoruba tribe kings and queens, each chair takes approximately 3 months to make. Thousands of tiny glass beads are intricately applied to canvas fabric in beautiful shapes and designs. The fabric is then attached and stitched to the chair frame. A painstaking process resulting in an elaborate, one-of-a-kind work of art. We love these Yoruba chairs...
Category

20th Century African Chairs

Materials

Beads

Pair of African Chairs, King's Seat
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Chairs in wood year: 1940 The quality of the chairs and the exotic wood used they make them unique. It is an icon of distinction. Hehe Carving elegant legged stool, are considered e...
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1940s Tribal Vintage African Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rêverie x Judge Dogbed in Green, Fabric Upholstery by Alexandre Ligios
By Alexandre Ligios
Located in New York, NY
Rêverie x Judge by Alexandre Ligios Plush Seat, Casamance Fabric Medium: 35.4" W x 27.6" D x 23.6" H = $2,950 Small: 27" W x 21" D x 18" H = $1,000 Inspired by clouds and the ico...
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2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Fabric

African Solid Wood Folding Chair Design Ethnic Carved, circa 1970
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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 ...
Category

1970s Tribal Vintage African Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rambling Chair in Natural French Oak Wood by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Rambling Chair by Yaniv Chen nods to the silhouette of the traditional milk stool found in farms and Victorian homesteads throughout South Africa. For Chen, the stool is synonymo...
Category

2010s Minimalist African Chairs

Materials

Oak

Rêverie x Judge Dogbed in Fabric Upholstery by Alexandre Ligios, Organic Seat
By Alexandre Ligios
Located in New York, NY
Rêverie x Judge by Alexandre Ligios Plush Seat, Casamance Fabric Medium: 35.4" W x 27.6" D x 23.6" H = $2,950 Small: 27" W x 21" D x 18" H = $1,000 Inspired by clouds and the ico...
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2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Tripolina Folding Chair in Wood and Leather by Paolo Vigano 1930s
By Paolo Viganò
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Tripolina folding chair presents a wooden frame with metal fixing and a beautiful removable seat realized in high-quality leather. This iconic...
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1930s Mid-Century Modern Vintage African Chairs

Materials

Metal

Stellar Sofa by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Stellar sofa by Egg Designs Dimensions: 190 L X 95 D X 80 H Materials: walnut timber, ceramic, fabric upholstery. Founded by South Africans and life partners, Greg and Roche Dry...
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2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric, Walnut

African Palawar folding chair
Located in Stockholm, SE
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. Mo...
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20th Century Tribal African Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Iconic Nest-Egg Hanging Chair
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Nest Egg hanging chair swing seat is inspired from the organic forms in birds' nests and has a natural egg shape. The chair has been designe...
Category

2010s Aesthetic Movement African Chairs

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Blessing Modern Hand-Chiseled Ebonized Oak Upholstered Barstool by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Blessing upholstered barstool is part of our Blessing collection designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa. The Blessing bars...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

CARE Chair
Located in Giza Governorate, EG
When a chair represents a hug about to happen. The safety and security of an arm around you. The care chair drives you to envision attachment and protection through its carefully cra...
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2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Polyester

Spirale Chair in 'Abondance' Fabric Upholstery by Alexandre Ligios, Organic
By Alexandre Ligios
Located in New York, NY
Spirale Chair by Alexandre Ligios Casamance's 'Abondance' upholstery. 52.4" W x 47.2" D x 29.5" H Spirale captivates with its perfect balance of power and sensuality. Its organic...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Rambling Chair in African Mahogany Wood by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Rambling Chair by Yaniv Chen nods to the silhouette of the traditional milk stool found in farms and Victorian homesteads throughout South Africa. For Chen, the stool is synonymo...
Category

2010s Minimalist African Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Rambling Chair in Honey French Oak Wood by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Rambling Chair by Yaniv Chen nods to the silhouette of the traditional milk stool found in farms and Victorian homesteads throughout South Africa. For Chen, the stool is synonymo...
Category

2010s Minimalist African Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hand Carved African Baule Tribal Chairs, Ivory Coast, Early 20th century
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Baule Tribe from the Ivory Coast of West Africa is well-known for their artistic tribal art, sculptures, and furniture. With a rich cultural history, their creations are also full of history both visually and in their execution. This beautiful pair of chairs is the visual epitome of the tribe’s talents. The thin, wooden yokes...
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Early 20th Century Modern African Chairs

Materials

Wood

Inlaid Moroccan Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
Inlaid Moroccan chair, in the manner of Carlo Bugatti, Moroccan, circa 1950s. Completely hand made with intricate inlay throughout. Retains warm original...
Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage African Chairs

Materials

Bone, Shell, Wood

Jetson Dining Chair by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Jetson Dining Chair by Egg Designs Dimensions: 54 L X 57 D X 68.5 H cm Materials: BLucite, Bronzed Steel, Brass, Leather Upholstery Founded by South Africans and life partners, ...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Brass, Steel

PROMISE - Wood And Multicolor Veneer Chairs Pair
Located in Giza Governorate, EG
The “Promise” chairs were created with the thought of ‘ever after’. crafted to remain together they interrupt the modern hopelessness of romance and suggest instead an almost fairyta...
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2010s African Chairs

Materials

Wood

Sungodess Daybed by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Sungodess Daybed by Egg Designs Dimensions: 198 L X 69 D X 45 H cm Materials: Wire Mesh, African Mahogany, Linen & Leather Upholstery Founded by South Africans and life partners...
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2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Leather, Linen

Spirale Chair in 'Sami' Fabric Upholstery by Alexandre Ligios, Organic Curves
By Alexandre Ligios
Located in New York, NY
Spirale Chair by Alexandre Ligios Casamance's 'Sami' upholstery. 52.4" W x 47.2" D x 29.5" H Spirale captivates with its perfect balance of power and sensuality. Its organic desi...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Wooden Carved African Elephant Stool, Mid Century in Wabi Sabi Style, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
Sculptural solid wooden vintage stool. Made in Africa, mid 20th century. A charming decorative object for the modern interior with a fine patina. Perfectly suited as either a foot...
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Mid-20th Century Primitive African Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

20th Century Yoruba Beaded Ceremonial Armchair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beaded Ceremonial Armchair, 20th Century, Yoruba Tribe, Nigeria H 38.5" x W 26" x D 28" / Seat Ht 14" FDV11578 *Wear consistent with age and use.
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20th Century African Chairs

Materials

Beads

Illusion Pouf 'Piti' Fabric Upholstery by Alexandre Ligios, Organic Curves Chair
By Alexandre Ligios
Located in New York, NY
Illusion Pouf by Alexandre Ligios Piti Upholstery 47.2" W x 35.4" D x 17.7" H “Illusion” takes on the silhouette of a coffee bean, with organic curves. Beneath its apparent softn...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Fabric

L'INSOLENTE Contemporary Chair in Walnut and Black Velvet by Alexandre Ligios
By Alexandre Ligios
Located in New York, NY
L'INSOLENTE Chair by Alexandre Ligios, Represented by Tuleste Factory WALNUT AND VELVET W 17.7" x D 19.7" X H 33.5" The contemporary-designed chair features a solid oak frame, add...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Modern Sling Butterfly Hanging Chair
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The timeless butterfly chair is a classic that has stood the test of time for over 80 years. Its story is one of transformation, adaptability, and evolution, making it an icon in the...
Category

2010s Rustic African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Early 20th Century Moroccan Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Moroccan armchair with an elaborate pattern of repeated large and small eight-point stars executed in inlaid exotic and ebonized woods and mother-of-pearl. The ...
Category

1940s Vintage African Chairs

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Ostrich Fluff Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Ostrich fluff lounge chair by Egg Designs. Dimensions: 92 L X 76 D X 85 H cm Materials: bronzed steel, brass buttons, ostrich feather trim...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Brass, Bronze

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