Chair - Wood - Senufo stool

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Senoufo stool in solid wood carved from a single block, originating from Côte d’Ivoire and dating to 1950–1960, with dimensions 30 × 21 × 19 cm, weight 5 kg, in brown, in good condition with some wear and stains due to age.

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This ancient Senoufo stool was carved from a single block of wood; it is a centerpiece of northern Ivory Coast traditional craftsmanship. Minimalist yet full of meaning, it is both furniture and a work of art. Discover a fragment of history with this Senoufo stool, hand-carved in dense, ancient wood. A true tribal art object, it bears the marks of time and of traditional use. Each detail is unique: the texture, the irregularities, the patina—everything tells the hand of the artisan and the memory of a people. Ideal for a bohemian, wabi-sabi interior, or a private collection. Rooted in a long cultural tradition, this object was used by elders or initiates during ceremonies. Its simple form, its four sturdy feet, and its worn surface give it a unique presence in any contemporary space or private collection.

This ancient Senoufo stool was carved from a single block of wood; it is a centerpiece of northern Ivory Coast traditional craftsmanship. Minimalist yet full of meaning, it is both furniture and a work of art. Discover a fragment of history with this Senoufo stool, hand-carved in dense, ancient wood. A true tribal art object, it bears the marks of time and of traditional use. Each detail is unique: the texture, the irregularities, the patina—everything tells the hand of the artisan and the memory of a people. Ideal for a bohemian, wabi-sabi interior, or a private collection. Rooted in a long cultural tradition, this object was used by elders or initiates during ceremonies. Its simple form, its four sturdy feet, and its worn surface give it a unique presence in any contemporary space or private collection.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
5 kg
Title additional information
Senufo stool
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Côte d’Ivoire
Material
Wood
Colour
Brown
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
21 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
19 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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Objects sold
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