African Coffee Stools and Tables

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First class African handcarved Bamileke coffee stools and tables from Cameroon. Materials vanish, engine saw, sand paper, paints, chisel, mahogany wood, wood Dimensions Height: 40 Centimeters Description Known as Bamileke stools, sometimes referred to as bird’s nests or donuts, they were traditionally used only for special ceremonial seating by the Bamileke Tribe of Cameroon. The tribe’s woodworkers would build these for auspicious occasions, with the biggest and best reserved strictly for the King’s use. The intricate woven patterns carved into the wood represent the web of the earth spider, a symbol of wisdom. The Bamileke people believe the web of the earth spider is also a link between this world and that of our ancestors; carving the web into these pieces allows departed loved ones to be connected to these ceremonies in spirit. These unique pieces can be used as a feature side table, coffee table or stool. Colour: Main colours available include natural, white, black and brown. Custom colours are also available. Please feel free to contact us to discuss options. Sizes: 40 x 45cm (diameter) 40 x 50cm (diameter) 40 x 60cm (diameter) 40 x 70cm (diameter) 40 x 80cm (diameter) Note: sizes are approximate due to the fact it's handmade.

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