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A Rare TIV Birthing Chair

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Item Details

Description

A large old carved wooden chair that was designed as a Birthing chair, Tiv peoples, Nigeria, West Africa. The entire chair is well worn and shows some age. The Chair measures 38.5 x 24.5 inches. Provenance: A Private Oregon collection.

Condition

Well handled and worn, very solid.

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A Rare TIV Birthing Chair

Name: A Rare TIV Birthing Chair
SKU: 142638778
Price: 110 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,500

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Starting Price $50

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