Journal

CURIOSITY BEHIND NAMJI DOLLS

Namji Dolls are made from African Rosewood, a tree native to the Democratic Republic of Congo, Cameroon, Gabon, and Equatorial Guinea. A single block of African Rosewood is hand carved into...

BAMILEKE STOOLS AND THEIR UNIQUE FORM

The Bamileke Kingdom, which straddles Cameroon's border with Nigeria and Guinea, has a population of up to 1 million people in and around the nation's north, west, and south-west. In...

A JOURNEY INTO THE HISTORY OF AFRICAN MUDCLOTH

Bogolanfini is a textile tradition from Africa that has the potential to dramatically enhance the look of any home. This brief essay will take you through the evolution of African mud cloth...

What is All The Hype With JuJu Hats

Juju hat, also known in Cameroon as Bamileke or Tyn hat, has come a long way from being traditional ceremonial headgear to decorating beautiful interior designer homes as contemporary wall...

The Different Types of African Tribal Masks

There are many different types of African tribal masks, each with their own purposes and meanings. Some masks are used during ceremonies, some for protection, some as hunting regalia, and others...

Boho Obsession: Senufo Stool and It's Origin

West African Senufo stools have been all over the place lately. They're easily the most beautiful piece of wood furniture I've seen in a long time. They effortlessly blend rustic, worn, and...