{"product_id":"hand-carved-makonde-chair-tanzania-242-3","title":"Hand-Carved Makonde Chair – Tanzania 242.3","description":"\u003cp\u003eMain Description\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA striking hand-carved Makonde chair from Tanzania. The Makonde are an ethnic group of southeast Tanzania and northern Mozambique, renowned for their woodcarving traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy Customers Buy It\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• A substantial hand-carved statement piece from Tanzania\u003cbr\u003e• Striking sculptural form with intricate incised detailing\u003cbr\u003e• Distinctive hands and ancestor figure incorporated into the carving\u003cbr\u003e• Brings depth, character and cultural interest to a collected interior\u003cbr\u003e• Particularly suited to spaces where individual craftsmanship takes centre stage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe back, seat and legs are carved from a single piece of wood, with incised detailing, carved hands and a sculpted ancestor head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox. 116cm H × 50cm W × 50cm D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUseful Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Tanzania\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference: 242.3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping is arranged on request for this item due to its size and nature. Please contact us for delivery information before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue Exploring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover more distinctive pieces in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thecoachhouse.store\/collections\/botanical-boys\"\u003eBotanical Boys\u003c\/a\u003e collection, or explore our wider \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thecoachhouse.store\/collections\/sculpture\"\u003eSculpture\u003c\/a\u003e collection for characterful art and objects from across our ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Boys","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58566102188406,"sku":"BBMAKO7993BOT","price":775.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/5662\/6294\/files\/botanical-boys-makonde-chair-tanzania-242-3-main.jpg?v=1788035498","url":"https:\/\/thecoachhouse.store\/products\/hand-carved-makonde-chair-tanzania-242-3","provider":"The Coach House Store Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}