Lozi Mortar Stool 06 Whilst drifting over the dunes

Whilst drifting over the dunes of Namibia on an early morning balloon ride with the sun rising in the east

making them perfect investment pieces

A beautiful mancala board from the Oromo people of Ethiopia which has been framed

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

This headrest comes from Kenya

Lozi Mortar Stool 06 Whilst drifting over the dunesOur Lozi mortar stools are special vintage pieces curated from rural communities from Zambia. Each mortar has been used for pounding grain and maize in the communities kitchen, before being gently restored and repaired. 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 exposed to elements and been used daily, the wood