New to LiveAuctioneers?

CHOKWE STOOL

Description

Ca. late 19th century AD. A prestige stool of square form, the seat covered with hide and secured with rows of domed metal studs, supported by four tapering legs joined by stretchers. Such stools were emblems of rank and power within Tschokwe society, used by chiefs and notable men as symbols of prestige. Size: 250mm x 230mm; Weight: 890gProvenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Patrick & Ondine Mestdagh, 11 February 2010.This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.

Buyer's Premium

30%

CHOKWE STOOL

Lot 0008

Estimate £750-£1,500Apr 10, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT

Starting Price

Secure

£500

SET YOUR MAX BID

£550

£600

£650

Or select a higher max bid amount

Get approved to bid.

FINE TRIBAL & PRE-COLUMB - PRINCE COLLECTION

Apr 10, 2026 6:00 AM EDT

London, London, UK

ZULU SNUFF CONTAINER: Ca. 19th - 20th century AD. >A snuff container formed with a tapered body terminating in a narrow neck, the vessel is fitted with two long, slender prongs rising upward in a graceful bifurcated form.

Apr 10, 2026ZULU SNUFF CONTAINER

ZULU SNUFF CONTAINER: Ca. 19th - 20th century AD. >A snuff container formed with a tapered body terminating in a narrow neck, the vessel is fitted with two long, slender prongs rising upward in a graceful bifurcated form.

Apr 10, 2026ZULU SNUFF CONTAINER

CAMEROON PALM WINE GOURD VESSEL: Ca. 20th century AD. >A palm wine container formed from a large natural gourd, its rounded body secured within a finely woven fibre framework. The vessel features a tall, curved neck, creating an

Apr 10, 2026CAMEROON PALM WINE GOURD VESSEL

CAMEROON PALM WINE GOURD VESSEL: Ca. 20th century AD. >A vessel formed from a natural gourd with a curved spout-like neck, the body bound with vertical fibre cords and secured to a woven wicker base. The neck fitted with braided

Apr 10, 2026CAMEROON PALM WINE GOURD VESSEL

AFRICAN ABARAMBO WATER POT: Ca. 19th - 20th century AD. >A water pot of globular form rising to a tall tapering neck with horizontal ribbing and a rounded rim, the shoulder decorated with incised geometric leaf-like motifs.

Apr 10, 2026AFRICAN ABARAMBO WATER POT

CAMEROON PALM WINE GOURD VESSEL: Ca. 20th century AD. >A palm wine vessel formed from a natural gourd, its rounded body rising to a distinctive arched neck that curves forward to form a pouring spout. The elegant, continuous curve

Apr 10, 2026CAMEROON PALM WINE GOURD VESSEL

PAIR OF SNUFF CONTAINERS: Ca. 20th century AD. >A pair of snuff containers composed of carved shell bodies fitted with slender horn prongs forming elongated stoppers. Each vessel features a smooth, tapering form with a

Apr 10, 2026PAIR OF SNUFF CONTAINERS

CHOKWE WOODEN STAFF: Angola, Ca. late 19th - early 20th century AD. >A slender staff surmounted by a carved globular head with stylised facial features, including small almond-shaped eyes, a straight nose, and a small

Apr 10, 2026CHOKWE WOODEN STAFF

CHOKWE WOODEN STAFF: Angola, Ca. late 19th - early 20th century AD. >A slender cylindrical staff surmounted by a carved globular head with stylised facial features, including almond-shaped eyes, a straight nose, and

Apr 10, 2026CHOKWE WOODEN STAFF

CHOKWE WOODEN STAFF: Angola, Ca. late 19th - early 20th century AD. >A long staff surmounted by a carved globular female elderly head with stylised facial features, including almond-shaped eyes, a narrow nose, and a

Apr 10, 2026CHOKWE WOODEN STAFF

GROUP OF THREE DOGON LADDERS: Ca. 20th century AD. >A group comprising three carved wooden ladders in elongated form, each terminating in a bifurcated forked top. The shafts are irregular and slightly curved, with incised bands

Apr 10, 2026GROUP OF THREE DOGON LADDERS

TWO MALI DOGON LADDERS: Ca. 19th century AD. A group of two Dogon ladders carved from tree trunks with bifurcated tops, traditionally used to access granaries and dwellings. Size: 440-520mm x 95-125mm; Weight:

Apr 10, 2026TWO MALI DOGON LADDERS

GROUP OF MALI DOGON LADDERS: Ca. 19th century AD. A group of three Dogon ladders carved from tree trunks with bifurcated tops, traditionally used to access granaries and dwellings. Size: 490-570mm x 65-90mm; Weight:

Apr 10, 2026GROUP OF MALI DOGON LADDERS

CHOKWE WOODEN STAFF: Angola, Ca. late 19th - early 20th century AD. >A long slender staff, surmounted by a carved rectangular head with stylised facial features, including almond-shaped eyes, a small mouth, and incised

Apr 10, 2026CHOKWE WOODEN STAFF

MANGBETU STOOL: Ca. 19th - 20th century AD. >A finely carved Mangbetu stool with a circular seat supported by a sculptural central column. The thick, rounded upper seat shows a smooth, worn surface. A narrow vertical

Apr 10, 2026MANGBETU STOOL

TANZANIA NYAKUSA TERRACOTTA POT: Ca. late 19th - 20th century AD. >A terracotta pot of globular form with a short open neck and rounded body, the surface finely burnished and decorated with sweeping bands of reddish-brown slip

Apr 10, 2026TANZANIA NYAKUSA TERRACOTTA POT

SONGYE KIFWEBE MASK: Ca. 19th -20th century AD. > A carved wooden Kifwebe mask of characteristic Songye form, distinguished by its strong geometric structure and prominent central ridge running from the forehead to the

Apr 10, 2026SONGYE KIFWEBE MASK

CAMEROON FEATHER HAT: Ca. late 19th century AD. >A feather hat constructed from woven fibre forming a structured upper section, the headdress is richly adorned with rows of small shells and bands of red and white beads.

Apr 10, 2026CAMEROON FEATHER HAT

SOUTH AFRICAN SWAZI HEADREST: Ca. first half of the 20th century AD. >A Swazi wooden headrest carved with a gently curved rectangular platform supported by two vertical supports at either end. Each support is composed of a series

Apr 10, 2026SOUTH AFRICAN SWAZI HEADREST

GROUP OF THREE AFRICAN HEADRESTS: Ca. 19th - 20th century AD. >A group of three carved wooden headrests, each with a curved crescent-shaped support raised on a central column and a circular base. One example is of more sculptural

Apr 10, 2026GROUP OF THREE AFRICAN HEADRESTS

Related Items

MANGBETU STOOL: Ca. 19th - 20th century AD. >A finely carved Mangbetu stool with a circular seat supported by a sculptural central column. The thick, rounded upper seat shows a smooth, worn surface. A narrow vertical

Apr 10, 2026MANGBETU STOOL

Vintage Metal Tripod Milking Stool 1930s 1940s Farmhouse Accent: Vintage Metal Tripod Milking Stool 1930s 1940s Farmhouse Accent This vintage metal milking stool features a round seat and sturdy tripod legs, embodying a charming farmhouse aesthetic. Its compact des

4 days LeftVintage Metal Tripod Milking Stool 1930s 1940s Farmhouse Accent

Antique Rustic Wood Stool with Thick Seat and Splayed Legs: Antique Rustic Wood Stool with Thick Seat and Splayed Legs Explore the charm of this Antique Primitive Wood Stool, featuring a thick, round seat supported by four back-splayed legs connected by simple

Mar 19, 2026Antique Rustic Wood Stool with Thick Seat and Splayed Legs

Arts & Crafts Period Reverse-Tapered Footstool c1902: Arts & Crafts Period Reverse-Tapered Footstool c1902. Marked "Fumed 643" otherwise unsigned. Excellent original finish and original leatherette. Very sturdy. 17"w x 10" x 10.25"h FREE NATIONWIDE SHIPP

Mar 21, 2026Arts & Crafts Period Reverse-Tapered Footstool c1902

Antique, Turned Wood, Windsor Dairy Stool With a Solid Elm Wood, Saddle/Dished Seat, Two Stretchers: This antique, turned-wood, Windsor Dairy Stool has a dished, saddle seat for comfort. It has (3) splayed legs, and only (2) stretchers (very unusual). The wide seat is extremely sturdy and boasts a go

Antique, Turned Wood, Windsor Dairy Stool With a Solid Elm Wood, Saddle/Dished Seat, Two Stretchers

Related Searches

Metal Accent TablesMetal Drop-Leaf & Pembroke TablesMetal FurnitureMetal TablesPrice Results

TOP