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A Seat at the Cultural Table: The Maasai Stool

A Seat at the Cultural Table: The Maasai Stool

The Maasai… one of the most popular indigenous tribes in Africa and in the world. Guardians of the Maasai Mara and the Serengeti plains. They bring us, the legendary Maasai...

A Seat at the Cultural Table: The Maasai Stool

The Maasai… one of the most popular indigenous tribes in Africa and in the world. Guardians of the Maasai Mara and the Serengeti plains. They bring us, the legendary Maasai...

The Rich Symbolism of the Congolese Lega Kisumbi Stool

The Rich Symbolism of the Congolese Lega Kisumb...

Have you ever seen those intricately carved wooden stools from Central Africa and wondered about their significance? The Lega Kisumbi stool from the Congo region is a prime example. As...

The Rich Symbolism of the Congolese Lega Kisumb...

Have you ever seen those intricately carved wooden stools from Central Africa and wondered about their significance? The Lega Kisumbi stool from the Congo region is a prime example. As...

Rattan Headboards: A Portal Into Egypt's Captivating Past

Rattan Headboards: A Portal Into Egypt's Captiv...

Ever wonder what it was like to live like an ancient Egyptian? Their world was filled with intricate art, grand architecture, and lavish furnishings that give us a glimpse into...

Rattan Headboards: A Portal Into Egypt's Captiv...

Ever wonder what it was like to live like an ancient Egyptian? Their world was filled with intricate art, grand architecture, and lavish furnishings that give us a glimpse into...

Cowrie Shells: A Window Into the Soul of African Arts

Cowrie Shells: A Window Into the Soul of Africa...

Ever find beautiful cowrie shells on a beach and wonder about their significance? In many African cultures, cowrie shells represent much more than a pretty seashell. They offer a glimpse...

Cowrie Shells: A Window Into the Soul of Africa...

Ever find beautiful cowrie shells on a beach and wonder about their significance? In many African cultures, cowrie shells represent much more than a pretty seashell. They offer a glimpse...

Yoruba Bronze Torque: The Emblem of Wealth and Social Prestige

Yoruba Bronze Torque: The Emblem of Wealth and ...

What is the symbol of wealth where you come from? Do you know your roots?  For centuries over, artists all over Africa have been shaping knowledge and material into works...

Yoruba Bronze Torque: The Emblem of Wealth and ...

What is the symbol of wealth where you come from? Do you know your roots?  For centuries over, artists all over Africa have been shaping knowledge and material into works...

Celebrate Valentine's Day with African Symbols of Love

Celebrate Valentine's Day with African Symbols ...

What do you have in mind for your sweet Valentine? Valentine's Day is a holiday that is traditionally celebrated on February 14th, and it is associated with romantic love and...

Celebrate Valentine's Day with African Symbols ...

What do you have in mind for your sweet Valentine? Valentine's Day is a holiday that is traditionally celebrated on February 14th, and it is associated with romantic love and...