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Wooden Carved African Elephant Stool, Mid Century in Wabi Sabi Style, 1940s

$1,800
£1,363.33
€1,565.74
CA$2,522.39
A$2,742.35
CHF 1,453.99
MX$32,873.76
NOK 18,479.52
SEK 16,929.76
DKK 11,701.93

About the Item

Sculptural solid wooden vintage stool. Made in Africa, mid 20th century. A charming decorative object for the modern interior with a fine patina. Perfectly suited as either a footstool or a small pedistal.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.3 in (49 cm)Width: 23.63 in (60 cm)Depth: 13 in (33 cm)
  • Style:
    Primitive (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Odense, DK
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5686227531282

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