Tonga Mortar Stool 11 The design of the jugs

The design of the jugs have been developed over the years and the final design depends on the skill and ingenuity of the maker

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

This plate is a beautiful simplistic design in a light grey gloss finish

due to the gentle nature of ceramics and as vintage pieces

Tonga Mortar Stool 11 The design of the jugsOur 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