Zulu Platter 06Zulu platters are hand carved from indigenous woods and continue to play an important role in Zulu culture. The style and design of platters vary from regions in South Africa but they are all used to serve meat on during meal times, the larger the platter the more significant the occasion.

This one of the larger Turkana bowls and has some distinctive metal repair work

This stunning headrest comes from the Oromo people of Ethiopia

These baskets are hand-woven by the Tonga women of Zimbabwe

Cameroon shields traditionally bear intricate geometric patterns designs to cause confusion and dizziness in enemies

Each stool is hand carved from a single piece of indigenous wood

Style as a decorative piece or as a soulful storage option

Dimensions Cm Inches Height 2

They are renowned for their exceptional wood carving skills

The Tuareg are nomadic pastoralists and these light bowls help to transport food and meals easily

From the Hausa people of Nigeria

This post would have been used as a beam in the meeting house of the village

Each stool is hand-carved by a community member from indigenous wood and will vary slightly