Tonga Mortar Stool 04 Hand-woven from grass and finished

Hand-woven from grass and finished with leather with cowrie shells sewn on by hand

They also have spiritual powers which evoke dreams

It is believed that the sound of ringing bells vibrates into the spirit world to draw the attention of the ancestors

It is believed that the larger the crest the more magical powers the mask possesses

Tonga Mortar Stool 04 Hand-woven from grass and finishedOur Tonga mortar stools are special vintage pieces curated from rural communities from Zimbabwe. Each mortar has been used for pounding grain and maize in the communities kitchen, before being gently restored and repaired. This stool has been finished with a metal top. Each stool is hand carved by a community member from indigenous wood, with its own unique design and shape making them a one of a kind piece for your home. As the mortars have been