Hand-Carved Makonde Chair – Tanzania 242.3
Hand-Carved Makonde Chair – Tanzania 242.3
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Main Description
A striking hand-carved Makonde chair from Tanzania. The Makonde are an ethnic group of southeast Tanzania and northern Mozambique, renowned for their woodcarving traditions.
As with many chairs of this kind across Tanzania, the back, seat and legs are carved from a single piece of wood in an upright style with intricate incised detailing. This example features hands carved into the backrest and a sculpted head crowning the top.
The head represents an ancestor, who may be called upon for protection, prosperity and good fortune. With its tall proportions and deeply sculptural character, this is a remarkable statement piece that can be appreciated as both a chair and an object of traditional craftsmanship.
Why Customers Buy It
• A substantial hand-carved statement piece from Tanzania
• Striking sculptural form with intricate incised detailing
• Distinctive hands and ancestor figure incorporated into the carving
• Brings depth, character and cultural interest to a collected interior
• Particularly suited to spaces where individual craftsmanship takes centre stage
Materials & Construction
The back, seat and legs are carved from a single piece of wood, with incised detailing, carved hands and a sculpted ancestor head.
Dimensions
Approx. 116cm H × 50cm W × 50cm D
Useful Information
Origin: Tanzania
Reference: 242.3
Shipping is arranged on request for this item due to its size and nature. Please contact us for delivery information before ordering.
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Please retain the original packaging until you are fully satisfied with your order.
As a hand-carved piece, natural variations, surface markings and variations in the carved finish form part of its individual character and should not be regarded as imperfections.
