Tonga Stool 13Our collection of Tonga stools originate from the Tonga people of Zimbabwe. The stools have been hand carved by the community using indigenous wood. The maker creates unique designs each time, so no two stools are identical. As the Tonga stool is used as a portable seat which is carried to neighbouring communities for ceremonies and gatherings they often vary in size, with the larger stool and more difficult stools to transport harder to come by.

Divination figures such as these serves as links to this spirit world

with large round eyes

ensuring a more sustainable way of living

Whilst tables have been lovingly restored minor markings and signs of wear may still be visible

This bowl has a distinctive metal repair work on one side and subtle circular patterns at the front

with each central design of the stool carrying its own story

Moon Ritual trays are a unique hand-made ceramic object from the Belgium artist Marlies Huybs

The repetitive nature of this process has created smooth surfaces and beautiful patina

colour may vary slightly from images and/or samples and final sizing may have minor differences from dimensions given

This bowl is a beautiful darker shade of acacia wood

It an unusual piece as the blade is very thin and tapered

It was traditionally used in the kitchen for storage