Carved Stool

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Place of Origin: Makonde, Mozambique
Year: ca. 1946
Dimension: 13.75" high
Material: Wood

The Makonde people live along both sides of the Ruvuma River, which seperates Tanzania and Mozambique. They have a long history of producing masks and other sculpture such as this stool. In addition to the Makonde people, stools are used by most of the African tribes for both sitting and as an indication of position and prestige.