Bamileke Stool with White Middle in late 2018

in late 2018

Often the bowls have a distinctive and unusual flared lip which is the result of an intensive process where the wood is softened with water and then bound with strips of leather which are tightened over a period of time until the desired shape is achieved

Hand carved from a single piece of wood coming from the Nyangatom people of the Omo Valley in Ethiopia

before being gently restored and finished with a unique white stripe detail

Bamileke Stool with White Middle in late 2018These Bamileke stools are carved with the traditional lattice design that is inspired by the earth spider, a symbol of wisdom. In African culture, the seat is a very important part of culture. Every person has their own seat and the larger the seat, the higher the social ranking of the owner. Bamileke stools are traditionally only used by the Bamileke King of Cameroon during public ceremonies. Each stool is hand carved by a community member from