{"product_id":"hand-carved-makonde-chair-tanzania-242-4","title":"Hand-Carved Makonde Chair – Tanzania 242.4","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\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 incorporated into the open 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 distinctive open-backed form 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\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Customers Buy It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• A substantial hand-carved statement piece from Tanzania\u003cbr\u003e• Distinctive open backrest with sculptural carved detailing\u003cbr\u003e• Carved hands and ancestor figure incorporated into the design\u003cbr\u003e• Strong individual character and traditional craftsmanship\u003cbr\u003e• Creates an impressive focal point within a collected interior\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox. 102cm H × 52cm W × 51cm D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUseful Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Tanzania\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference: 242.4\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\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContinue Exploring\u003c\/strong\u003e\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":58574587134326,"sku":"BBMAKO7994BOT","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-242-4-lifestyle.png?v=1788122424","url":"https:\/\/thecoachhouse.store\/products\/hand-carved-makonde-chair-tanzania-242-4","provider":"The Coach House Store Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}