CHAIR WITH HIGH BACKREST AND ANTHROPOMORPHIC DECORATION - Bu
CHAIR WITH HIGH BACKREST AND ANTHROPOMORPHIC DECORATION - Burkina Faso - Lobi Mid-20th century. Wood with a dark patina. Dimensions: W 205 cm. The deeply curved backrest ends in a sculpture of a female human figure. The body’s contours follow the rhythm of the backrest. This tripod chair served as a seat of prestige or a resting place for chiefs, elders, or dignitaries during council meetings. The seat features a forward extension that serves as a footrest. Condition: Patina from use. Expert: Coryse Mwape Internal Ref.: 333
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CHAIR WITH HIGH BACKREST AND ANTHROPOMORPHIC DECORATION - Burkina Faso - Lobi Mid-20th century. Wood with a dark patina. Dimensions: W 205 cm. The deeply curved backrest ends in a sculpture of a female human figure. The body’s contours follow the rhythm of the backrest. This tripod chair served as a seat of prestige or a resting place for chiefs, elders, or dignitaries during council meetings. The seat features a forward extension that serves as a footrest. Condition: Patina from use. Expert: Coryse Mwape Internal Ref.: 333
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