Vintage African Nupe Stool / Carved side detail

This intricately carved wooden stool originates from the Bamileke people of Cameroon, known for their exceptional craftsmanship and architectural artistry. The stool features a low, rectangular seat adorned with detailed geometric and symbolic carvings across the top surface—designs that often carry cultural significance or tell a visual story.

The base is especially striking, with a lattice of sharply carved triangular motifs that create a bold interplay of shadow and light. These diamond-like cutouts are more than decorative—they speak to the Bamileke tradition of balancing strength, stability, and beauty in functional forms.

Traditionally used by chiefs or elders, stools like this were symbols of power and prestige, often passed down through generations. Today, it makes an extraordinary sculptural side table or standalone art object.

• 20” x 14” x 12”

• Origin: Bamileke tribe, Cameroon

• Material: Hand-carved hardwood

• Function: Stool or decorative accent

• Vintage; surface wear and patina are consistent with age

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