Tonga Mortar Stool 06Our Tonga mortar stools are special vintage pieces curated from rural communities from Zimbabwe. 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

to send messages over long distances as well as announcing important ceremonies

The bowl baskets are a beautiful reflection of ancient weaving tradition

due the artisanal process and delicate nature of the bowl

each piece may have natural imperfections and no two will be identical

Our Tonga mortars are perfect as functional side tables or decorative sculptural stools for anywhere in the home

This stool has a sturdy style and bears the authentic wear of regular use which is seen in their warm patina and shine

styles and wood colours

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

As they are handmade

cowrie shells and Manilla string

These masks were traditionally used to celebrate when spirits were thought to visit the living

As the mortars have been exposed to elements and been used daily