Makonde Stool, Tanzania - 61.2 Railway Staff creating an environment that inspires

creating an environment that inspires creativity and appreciation for global artistry

the surface cut with the bold geometric patterning historically used by Bamileke carvers — designs once said to dazzle and disorient an opponent in battle

Origin: Ethiopia  ·  Material: hand-carved wood

Its surface is covered with finely incised geometric designs

Makonde Stool, Tanzania - 61.2 Railway Staff creating an environment that inspiresA hand carved Makonde stool, worked from a single piece of wood. The Makonde are an ethnic group of southeast Tanzania and northern Mozambique, known for their fine woodcarving. Stools and chairs like this are made across Tanzania with great attention to detail in the carving. Size: 43cm H 41cm D