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Chair, African Chief, 19th C Malawi Africa

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19th C 'African Chief' Chair. A Malawi Masterpiece. The precise origin of these carved wooded chairs in Africa is uncertain. Portable chairs are found in different parts of Africa. It is thought that they were introduced to the country when the Chewa or Maravi people moved into "the land of the lake" in the 16th century. Then, and for years to come, the chairs seem to have been used almost exclusively by chiefs. Traditionally made from strong mpingo wood, but other heavy dense woods were also used. Each chair is made up of just two pieces, which slot into each other. This example is missing the flat seat.
Size: 49" x 19.5"
Weight: 20lbs
Condition: Very good, with minor imperfections; missing the flat seat portion.

Very good, with minor imperfections; missing the flat seat portion.

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