Tonga Mortar Stool 29 showing evidence of usage and

showing evidence of usage and wear as it shows a warm glossy patina along with smoothing of wood on the back and the seat

which in turn has created wonderful patina and ageing of the wood

These vintage stools are perfectly imperfect from years of use and are one-of-a-kind pieces for your home

playing an important role in the initiation rites where the unique design of a shield represents a boy’s insignia

Tonga Mortar Stool 29 showing evidence of usage andOur 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