Jul 16, 2009
Jul 16, 2009
Jul 16, 2009
Jul 16, 2009

Stool

Stool

by 1928

Wood

Diameter: 39.1 cm (15 3/8 in.); Overall: 28.6 cm (11 1/4 in.)

Gift of the Gilpin Players of Karamu House 1929.320

Location

Description

Such stools were highly prized by their female owners. Sculpted by master artists with widespread reputations, they were often "signed" with a deeply cut mark on the base. This groove was then filled with red camwood as an expression of blessings and good wishes for the stool's owner.

See also
Collection: 
African Art
Department: 
African Art
Type of artwork: 
Furniture and woodwork
Medium: 
Wood

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