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Carved from a dense and solid single piece of wood, this hand carved chair from the Oromo Valley of Ethiopia is a wonderful example of African form and function. The Chair measures 34.5 x 17 inches. Provenance: A Private New Jersey collection.

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Solid Oromo Chair from Ethiopia

Name: Solid Oromo Chair from Ethiopia
SKU: 232452639
Price: 400 USD
Availability: InStock

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Jun 06, 2026 12:00 PM EDT

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