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Carved Hand Chair after Pedro Friedeberg

About the Item

A unique, hand-carved wood chair in the shape of a cupped hand with detailing down to the wrinkles and fingernails. The base whimsically detailed as a shirt cuff with buttons. Solid. Similar in design to Pedro Friedberg's work, but with a distinct folky character.
  • Similar to:
    Pedro Friedeberg (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 44 in (111.76 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)Seat Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    NYC, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 05172009-11stDibs: U0905178076897

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