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Place of Origin: African
Care upholstered armchair with black steel legs
By Gideon Pieterse
Located in Pretoria, ZA
A comfortably compact chair, designed and made to last. M A T E R I A L S + Plywood seat, back, and armrest structure + High Density Foam + FibreGuard™ Upholstery Materials [c...
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2010s African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Cedar Wood Dining Chair with Faux Leather Upholstery
By Shewekar Elgharably
Located in Cairo, EG
Cedar Wood Dining Chair with Faux Leather Upholstery. It’s Simply Modern! Relax in an elegant chair with a curved silhouette for a cozy experience. It is made of Cedar wood and cushi...
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2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Cedar

Modern Minimal Outdoor Sling by Studio Stirling in Blues
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
"Our Outdoor Sling hanging chair swing seat is crafted with Spradling Silvertex material – a highly sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material. The Slings can be ordered ...
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2010s Minimalist African Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern Minimal Hanging Swing Chair Nest Egg with Stand
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
These chairs are made from mild steel and are very durable. Stainless Steel recommended for humid salty sea conditions - available on request and at an additional charge. We do a ru...
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2010s Minimalist African Chairs

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

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...
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2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Brass

Leaf Hanging Swing Chair Modern Steel In / Outdoor 21st Century Black
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Leaf hanging swing chair is fluid and organic. The chair is inspired by nature and is reminiscent of organic leaf shapes with its veins flowing out from the centre. It is simple ...
Category

2010s Organic Modern African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Minimal Modern Outdoor Sling Hanging Swing Chair, Rubin and Forest
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Our outdoor sling hanging chair is crafted with Spradling Silvertex material – a highly sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material. The Slings ...
Category

2010s Minimalist African Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Leaf Hanging Swing Chair Modern Steel In / Outdoor White
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The leaf hanging swing chair is fluid and organic. The chair is inspired by nature and is reminiscent of organic leaf shapes with its veins flowing out f...
Category

2010s Organic Modern African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Debossed Leaf Sling Hanging Swing Chair Genuine 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 leather or fabric hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experience. This chair’s clean lines and lightness makes it a perfect fit for any space. Pairing the purity of simple tubular steel with the sensual warmth of natural hide, it has a sleek look and an air of functional elegance. The Debossed Pattern is pressed into the Thick Natural Leather leaving an indentation of the pattern. The patterns available are inspired by nature, including a selection of leaves as well as a geometric pattern that is our interpretation of a deconstructed giraffe pattern. Coming soon are debossed patterns of South Africa’s Little 5; the Elephant Shrew, Buffalo Weaver, Leopard Tortoise...
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2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Sling Cactus Vegan Leather Hanging Swing Seat, Green
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Our SLING hanging chair is crafted with Cactus leather – a highly-sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material. The Cactus leather is made from the Nopal cactus, also known as the prickly pear. The cactus leather seat and the piping of the bolster is lined with unique South African Original Three Cats Shwe Shwe fabric. Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of cactus leather or fabric hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experience. This chair’s clean lines and lightness makes it a perfect fit for any space. It has a sleek look and an air of functional elegance. Each one is handmade with care by our craftsmen to ensure form-fitting comfort, perfect for any indoor or under cover patio space. The Sling comes with a cactus leather bolster for comfort. Here are some reasons why we are using cactus leather: • it takes approximately three leaves of cactus to create one linear meter [preferable to meter, unless specifically addressing American market] of cactus leather • cacti absorb carbon dioxide, converting it into plant carbohydrates to build strong bodies...
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2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Debossed Geometric Sling Hanging Swing Chair Genuine 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 leather or fabric hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experience. This chair’s clean lines and lightness makes it a perfect fit for any space. Pairing the purity of simple tubular steel with the sensual warmth of natural hide, it has a sleek look and an air of functional elegance. The Debossed Pattern is pressed into the Thick Natural Leather leaving an indentation of the pattern. The patterns available are inspired by nature, including a selection of leaves as well as a geometric pattern that is our interpretation of a deconstructed giraffe pattern. Coming soon are debossed patterns of South Africa’s Little 5; the Elephant Shrew, Buffalo Weaver, Leopard Tortoise...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Studio Stirling "Lucky Bean" Set of 2
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Lucky Bean or Coral tree, Erythrina Lysistemon is a species of deciduous tree that is native to South Africa. This hanging chair is inspired by the pods and vibrant red seeds of ...
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2010s Minimalist African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Large Tribal Brown Hand-Carved Early 20th Century Ashanti Stool
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional and unusually large early 20th century African Ashanti hand-carved wood stool from Ghana featuring scalloped and geometric forms on one side with a stylized bird on th...
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1920s Tribal Vintage African Chairs

Materials

Wood

Bronzed Steel Agate Barstool Shagreen vinyl Upholstery Barstool
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
This classically inspired contemporary bar stool by Egg Designs, has a burnished bronze steel frame and is upholstered in shagreen textured vinyl. This bar stool is recommended for r...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Middle Eastern 19th Century Moorish Folding Chair Shell Inlaid
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Middle Eastern Egyptian Moorish walnut wood folding chair with intricate foliate carving and mother of pearl, shell inlays. Arabian Syrian styl...
Category

19th Century Moorish Antique African Chairs

Materials

Shell, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Ashanti People, Ghana Asipim Chair
Located in Leuven , BE
Ashanti People, Ghana Asipim chair, outstanding item.
Category

Mid-20th Century African Chairs

Materials

Wood

Minimal Modern Sling Hanging Chair Strelitzia Carved into Genuine Leather
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheet of leather hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experience. This chair’s clean lines and lightness makes it a perfect fit for any space. Pairing the purity of simple tubular steel with the sensual warmth of natural hide, it has a sleek look and an air of functional elegance. Each design is carved out of thick Vegetable Tan Leather leaving an exposed and undyed trench or valley that forms the beautiful picture of your choice. The options available are a variety of African faces, plants and South Africa’s beloved Blue Crane...
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2010s Minimalist African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Sling Outdoor Hanging Swing Seat Vegan Eco Friendly, Green
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Our Sling hanging chair which is crafted with Spradling Silvertex material – a highly- sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material. The Slings can be ordered as a Single bu...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Face of Africa Sling Hanging Swing Chair Genuine 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 leather or fabric hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experience. This chair’s clean lines and lightness makes it a perfect fit for any space. Pairing the purity of simple tubular steel with the sensual warmth of natural hide, it has a sleek look and an air of functional elegance. As you live with your product, the leather will evolve. With the correct care, the appearance of your newly-purchased piece will retain its beauty, developing its own character and patina. Each design is carved out of thick Vegetable Tan Leather leaving an exposed and undyed trench or valley that forms a beautiful picture of your choice. The options available are a variety of African faces, plants and South Africa’s beloved Blue Crane...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Andrianna Shamaris African Wooden Chair or Side Table, Ivory Coast
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful patina on this 19th century 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...
Category

19th Century Organic Modern Antique African Chairs

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Sun Bubble Hanging Swing Chair Modern Steel In / Outdoor, Silver 21st Century
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Bubble hanging swing chairs’ round shape creates a cozy feel. The is available in modern patterns that are striking in its visual appeal. The ch...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Luna upholstered armchair with steel legs
By Gideon Pieterse
Located in Pretoria, ZA
The Luna chair provides easy luxury with generous curves. Designed and made to last with features that are low maintenance, comfortable and beautiful. The collection is now available to order in a selection of colors and textures. M A T E R I A L S + Plywood seat, back, and armrest structure + High Density Foam + FibreGuard™ Upholstery Materials [color & texture selection available] + Mild Steel...
Category

2010s African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Studio Stirling Twin Deal Outdoor Blue, Free Shipping
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Our outdoor sling hanging chair is crafted with Spradling Silvertex material – a highly sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material. The Slings can be ordered as a SINGLE but also works together as a pair which is slightly different from each other – making an interesting and fun ‘twin’ look. Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of fabric hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experience. This chair’s clean lines and lightness makes it a perfect fit for any space. It has a sleek look and an air of functional elegance. Each one is handmade with care by our craftsmen. Form-fitting comfort, perfect for any indoor, under cover patio or outdoor space It comes with a bolster for comfort. At Studio Stirling...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Outdoor Oil-Treated Oak Wood Armchair with Arabesque-Inspired Carved Backrest
By Shewekar Elgharably
Located in Cairo, EG
Outdoor oil-treated oak wood armchair with arabesque-inspired carved backrest. Take comfortable relaxation inside out with our Patio Armchair. Our outdoor armchair is made from trea...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Oak, Upholstery

Middle Eastern Moorish 19th Century Folding Chair
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Middle Eastern Egyptian Moorish walnut wood folding chair with intricate foliate carving and mother of pearl, shell inlays. Arabian Syrian style folding chair inlaid with mo...
Category

19th Century Moorish Antique African Chairs

Materials

Shell, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Andrianna Shamaris African Wooden Chair or Side Table, Ivory Coast
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful patina on this 19th century hand carved wooden chair from the Ivory Coast of Africa. Rare with 6 hand carved bevelled legs and motif on the back rest. This can also be used...
Category

19th Century Primitive Antique African Chairs

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Lunana upholstered armchair with steel legs
By Gideon Pieterse
Located in Pretoria, ZA
The Lunana chair combines elegant forms and timeless functionality; providing a comfortable and practical seating solution which is designed and made to last. The collection is now available to order in a selection of colors and textures. M A T E R I A L S + Plywood seat, back, and armrest structure + High Density Foam + FibreGuard™ Upholstery Materials [color & texture selection available] + Mild Steel Leg...
Category

2010s African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Studio Stirling Twin Deal Ochre Soft Leather Sling, Free Shipping
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

Ethnic Senoufo Chair in Solid Wood from the 50s African Design Ethnic Armchair
Located in Lyon, FR
Beautiful ethnic Senoufo armchair from the 60's coming from Africa. Structure and seat in solid wood entirely carved with "geometrical" forms. Beautiful patina of time on the whole a...
Category

1950s Tribal Vintage African Chairs

Materials

Wood

Recliner 'Single' Hanging Swing Chair Steel Modern 21st Century In/Outdoor Black
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The recliner hanging swing chair is sculptural and dynamic. Fluid and organic, they lend themselves for use as functional art pieces. The chair shape is inspired by the Cape Cobra...
Category

2010s Organic Modern African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Studio Stirling Twin Deal Gold Sling, Free Shipping
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 Minimalist African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Studio Stirling Twin Deal Soft Leather Sling Special Edition, Free Shipping
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

Studio Stirling "Nest Egg" Set of 2
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Nest Egg hanging swing chair is inspired from the organic forms in bird nests and has a natural egg shape. The pattern detail is remin...
Category

2010s Minimalist African Chairs

Materials

Steel

African Tribal Senufo Chair
Located in Sharon, CT
Authentic tribal piece with wonderful patina. Backrest constructed of two typical Senufo birds.
Category

Early 20th Century Tribal African Chairs

Materials

Wood

Studio Stirling Angular Sling Set of 2
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Angular sling chair is spacious, comfortable and striking in its looks. It has an air of functional elegance. It has an angular metal frame and is co...
Category

2010s Minimalist African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Ethiopian Dark Wood Low Tribal Chair with Removable Panel Back
Located in London, Charterhouse Square
An Ethiopian tribal chair in weathered dark wood, raised on four short feet with a removable panel back, possibly from the Gurage People of southwest Ethiopia, about 125 kilometers southwest of Addis...
Category

20th Century Tribal African Chairs

Materials

Wood

Studio Stirling Twin Deal Outdoor Green, Free Shipping
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Our outdoor sling hanging chair is crafted with Spradling Silvertex material – a highly sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material. The Slings can be ordered as a Single but also works together as a pair which is slightly different from each other – making an interesting and fun ‘twin’ look. Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of fabric hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experience. This chair’s clean lines and lightness makes it a perfect fit for any space. It has a sleek look and an air of functional elegance. Each one is handmade with care by our craftsmen. Form-fitting comfort, perfect for any indoor, under cover patio or outdoor space It comes with a bolster for comfort. At Studio Stirling...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Stainless Steel and Wicker Contemporary Adult Swing Chair by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
This contemporary adult swing is a specialty chair by Egg Designs, it has a stainless steel frame and a synthetic wicker seating shell. Also available in n...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Studio Stirling Twin Deal Outdoor "Sandy" Sling, Free Shipping
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Our outdoor sling hanging chair is crafted with spradling silvertex material – a highly sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material. The Slings can be ordered as a Single but also works together as a pair which is slightly different from each other – making an interesting and fun ‘twin’ look. Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of fabric hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experience. This chair’s clean lines and lightness makes it a perfect fit for any space. It has a sleek look and an air of functional elegance. Each one is handmade with care by our craftsmen. Form-fitting comfort, perfect for any indoor, under cover patio or outdoor space It comes with a bolster for comfort. At Studio Stirling...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Studio Stirling Twin Set Bubble
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Bubble hanging swing chairs’ round shape creates a cozy feel. The modern patterns are striking in its visual appeal. The chair has been designed to be very comfortable and relaxi...
Category

2010s Minimalist African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Hand Carved Tunisian Lounge Chair
Located in London, Charterhouse Square
Hand carved lounge chair from a single piece of dense wood. Beautiful hand carved details and natural form from ageing of wood.
Category

1950s Tribal Vintage African Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mboma Contemporary Chair in Mahogany Wood by Pate Arts & Crafts
By PATE Arts & Crafts
Located in London, GB
First created in 2015. The design of the MBOMA chair is inspired by body movement and the lines of patterns in African handcrafted creations, ranging from ingese (basket), Kuba (blan...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Studio Stirling Twin Deal Grey Outdoor Sling, Free Shipping
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Our outdoor sling hanging chair is crafted with spradling silvertex material – a highly sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material. The S...
Category

2010s Minimalist African Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Old Chair from Ivory Coast or Benin Ethnic Design Carved Wood
Located in Lyon, FR
Rare period Senoufo chair from ivory coast or Benin. Remarkable woodwork carved in an ethnic way with different characters and animals represented on the whole chair. Decorative ch...
Category

1950s Organic Modern Vintage African Chairs

Materials

Wood

Sling Rose Carved Genuine Thick Veg Tan Leather
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Each Rose design Sling hanging chair has been handcrafted by our leather artisans. The rose pattern in this model has been engraved into thick veg tan leather....
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Double Recliner Base Legs Swing Chair Steel Modern 21st Century In/Outdoor
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The recliner hanging swing chair is sculptural and dynamic. Fluid and organic, they lend themselves for use as functional art pieces. The chair shape is inspired by the Cape Cobra an...
Category

2010s Organic Modern African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Sling Rose Pink Grey Machine Stitched Genuine Leather Hanging Swing Chair
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 leather or fabric hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable ex...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Sling Rose Red Black Hand Stitched Genuine Leather
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 leather or fabric hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable ex...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Sling Rose Grey Black Hand Stitched Genuine Leather
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 leather or fabric hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable ex...
Category

2010s Modern African Chairs

Materials

Steel

Late 19th Century Carved Senufo Hardwood Chair
Located in London, GB
An important late nineteenth century Senufo chair from the Côte d’Ivoire, constructed from tropical hardwood, with curved back splat and carved seat. Of s...
Category

Late 19th Century Antique African Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Early 20th Century African Tribal Chair
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A low slung African stargazer chair carved from one piece of wood, having three (3) legs.
Category

Early 20th Century Tribal African Chairs

Materials

Wood

Black Leather T-Shaped Back Pair Side Chairs, Morocco, Contemporary
Located in New York, NY
Traditional Moroccan design T-shaped back pair of side chairs. Upholstered all over in black leather with burnished brass tacks.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary African Chairs

Materials

Leather

Sculptural Tiv People's Low Chaise
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderfully sculptural low chaise from the Tiv people of Nigeria, carved of two pieces of wood with the seat being one piece and the Y-shaped back and leg being another. Excellent ...
Category

20th Century Modern African Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th Century antique Oriental Chair with Inlaid Marakesh, 1900 beech carved
Located in Berlin, DE
Solid wood with various inlays. Beautifully turned. This type of furniture was very popular in Europe in the 19th century.
Category

Early 1900s Baroque Antique African Chairs

Materials

Beech

Pair of Mahogany Chairs, Arab Manufacture, Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Pair of mahogany chairs is a piece of original design furniture realized in the early 20th century by Arab Manufacture. A unique pair of mah...
Category

Early 20th Century African Chairs

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Mahogany

Three-Low Slung Hand Carved African Lounge Chairs from Congo
Located in Antwerp, BE
Three-low slung African lounge chairs, probably from Congo, circa 1950s-1960s. Each chair is hand carved and unique and has a slightly different design.
Category

Mid-20th Century Tribal African Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th Century African Small Wood Chair, Ivory Coast
Located in New York, NY
19th century, hand-carved small wooden chair with decorative metal and engraving details throughout the chair. From the Ivory Coast of Africa.   
Category

19th Century Antique African Chairs

Materials

Wood

Tribal woven-reed chair attributed to Joaquim Terneiro, 1970s
Located in Athens, Attiki
Unique tribal woven-straw chair, attributed to Joaquim Terneiro, 1970s. Price is per chair. 2 available.
Category

1970s Tribal Vintage African Chairs

Materials

Straw, Reed, Wood, Oak

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