Beaded Bamun Shield 08

Beaded Bamun Shield 08These shields are hand carved from one piece of indigenous wood and hand finished with beads, cowrie shells and Manilla string. Their design was inspired by the defensive shields once used by the hunters and warriors of the Tikar tribe of Cameroon, but they are now designed as ritual objects to symbolise status and wealth. They work perfectly as a decorative piece for any space. As they are handmade, each shield may vary slightly. Stand is included.

The distinctive untamed curled root that is at the edges of some of the baskets is an intentional choice to preserve this fascinating detail

The beds have a triangular pillow carved at one end and was used as a day bed to relax

Our Kenyan Bone beads are handmade by artisans in the country of Kenya

Small: H 50cm

D: 45 - 50cm

The doors are hand-carved from native woods with intricate designs

Carved by hand in unique designs

Each one is handcrafted and therefore sizes may vary

each basket is a one-of-a-kind creation

Width: 55cm

They are intricately woven and strips of tropical palm leaves spiral out from the centre ending in a gorgeous sunburst of fringe inspired by the shape of the Sun

Small - D40 x H38cm