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Three Leg Hand Carved Lobi Stool from Burkina Faso, c. 1930's

$670
£500.38
€580.62
CA$927.95
A$1,040.23
CHF 542.46
MX$12,750.68
NOK 6,873.83
SEK 6,535.17
DKK 4,332.19
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About the Item

Hand carved African Lobi tripod stool made in Burkina Faso in the early half of the 20th century. The Lobi people of Burkina Faso used these stools in their daily lives, primarily by men who carried them to other homes over their left shoulder.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Width: 19.25 in (48.9 cm)Depth: 7.6 in (19.31 cm)Seat Height: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Style:
    Primitive (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1930's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Ross, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7347243112852

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