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Maraki Tetemke, CEO of Maki Interior Design & Art Gallery, shows off a painting during a pre-opening of a gallery that has three floors and a rooftop garden.

New gallery

Maraki Tetemke, CEO of Maki Interior Design & Art Gallery, shows off a painting during a pre-opening of a gallery that has three floors and a rooftop garden. Located in the Bole Area close to Saint Mehaniealem Church, Maki’s was established for 2.3 million Br, and gives interior design and art exhibition services.

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