Berber-Style Carved Hardwood Tent Post

Berber style architectural tent post hand-carved from solid hardwood. The design features a tall, slender shaft decorated with recessed geometric panels and stylized floral motifs. The top is fitted with a four-way bracketed capital, each arm terminating in a triple-lobed scroll design, inspired by structural forks used to support horizontal crossbeams in nomadic tent construction. The wood exhibits a dark brown patina and vertical grain checking throughout. Private collection; origin and date unknown. Dimensions: 30"W x 7' 5"H Provenance: From the private collection of Carol Groh, an American interior designer. Condition Request Condition Report Good.

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