Ashanti Stool 05 such as milking cattle rather

such as milking cattle rather than ceremonial purposes

We love the simple triangular patterns of this container and the wood has developed a beautiful patina from years of use

The stool would have been used as a prestige item used only for market days or during important meetings

Our Yagomi Totem is a unique sculptural ceramic object from the Belgium artist Marlies Huybs

each piece may have natural imperfections and is a one-of-a-kind for your home

Ashanti Stool 05 such as milking cattle ratherThe seat or stool is one of the most important items of furniture in African culture. They represent the owners status, wealth and social rank. The Ashanti stool, like others has spiritual significance as it understood that it is the seat to the owners' soul. The Ashanti people of Ghana believe there are no secrets between a man and his stool. When it is not in use, the stood is rested against a wall at a slant to ensure that no other passing souls