Nupe Hand-Carved Wooden Stool - Single-Piece Hardwood, Incised Patterns

The Nupe stool is hand-carved from a single seamless block of indigenous hardwood, with geometric legs and incised surface patterns that reflect the Nupe design tradition of Nigeria. Its weathered finish carries a natural patina developed through years of use, and its solid construction gives it a sturdy, functional presence. Each piece is one of a kind, and one leg sits slightly shorter than the others, a characteristic of its handmade nature. Dimensions: W34 x D35 x H33 cm

A hand-carved Nupe stool from Nigeria, worked from a single piece of wood with intricate incised patterns. The Nupe live along the banks of the Niger River, and stools like this are traditionally used as prestige objects on market days and at important gatherings. Each is carved from a single, seamless block of indigenous hardwood — the geometric legs and incised surface patterns reflect a design language unique to the Nupe. Weathered by time and restored with care, this piece keeps its "perfect imperfections": a patina that speaks to years of communal use. A one-of-a-kind piece of functional art. Please note: one leg is slightly shorter than the others. Size: 34cm L × 35cm W × 33cm H