Makonde Post 02 These unusual chairs come from

These unusual chairs come from the Guarage tribe of South West Ethiopia and are hand carved from Wanza wood

All across Africa

These tables come from the Ivory Coast and are loved for their distinctive carved legs

due the artisanal process and delicate nature

Makonde Post 02 These unusual chairs come fromThis figurative post comes from the Makonde who are skilled wood carvers from Tanzania. The post is hand carved from a single piece of indigenous wood, with detailed carving details in the shape of a figure. This post would have been used at the sites of initiations and spiritualistic rituals. They are believed to act as a new physical body for the deceased and as kept in their home after passing and offered gifts in remembrance. The post has a