Lozi Mortar Stool 01 The bangles are hand-sculpted and

The bangles are hand-sculpted and finished with delicate and intricate carved patterns

carving beads from recycled cow bone is centuries old and the custom of making the beads still continues today

Fertility dolls were traditionally given to young girls to look after and help prepare for their roles as mothers

They would have traditionally been worn on the head during ceremonies

Lozi Mortar Stool 01 The bangles are hand-sculpted andOur Lozi mortar stools are special vintage pieces curated from rural communities from Zambia. 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