Pokot Spear 09These spears are hand sculpted by the Pokot people of Kenya and part of our special collection which took 8 years to curate. Spears serve several functions in African tribal life and well forged spears are highly desirable. Spears are seen as an integral part of a young boys initiation and coming of age and power. For men they are viewed as an extension themselves as formidable warriors and hunters as well as symbols of their rank and status. They are

As each stool is carved by hand

The headrest is thought to hold spiritual powers and invoke dreams

all beads will vary slightly and natural markings may occur

The stool has developed beautiful patina and wear from years of use as a ceremonial seat

Carved by hand in unique designs

From the Hausa people of Nigeria

The dolls are works of art

This beautiful vintage container is hand-carved from indigenous wood and fibres by the Baganda people of Uganda

villages and the spiritual world

Our Tonga mortar stools are special vintage pieces curated from rural communities from Zimbabwe

Sold as a set of three shields

It was hand-carved by the men in the community and was used as a seat during important meetings or gatherings