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Country Chair
Country Chair
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi

Country Chair

Maker Liberian Artist
Dateundated
Place of originLiberia, Africa
MediumWood, metal
Dimensions22 1/4 in. (56.5 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineGift of Dr. and Mrs. Jack L. Morris
Object numberS-73-47
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