Spread across the boundaries of three countries, the Lobi live in individual fort-like family compounds in small villages surrounded by cultivated fields. Within the walls of the compound, family life includes the family head, his wives, married sons, and their families.
Used exclusively by Lobi men, stools are three-legged, and those for women are four-legged. Lobi stools are carved from a heavy, dense wood, and their simple, abstract forms carry great visual power and worn patina showing much use and age. The three-legged design of the stool allowed Lobi men to carry it on their shoulders when not being sat upon. Such stools were also used to beat upon the ground when an elder approached as a sign of respect for the older person. This stool is in excellent condition and would be a good addition to any collection of African Art.
Provenance: Matter Collection
From the collection of Margie and Phil Matter. Margie lived in South Africa, and later she and her husband Phil opened a gallery in Tucson. Everything in this collection was in their home for more than thirty years. Africa Direct recently bought the collection; at 95, Margie wants to share the things she has loved so much.
Height (In) A 8.0Width (In) A 8.0Depth (In) A 8.0
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Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners. | A few missing beads. Well-worn surface and small chips and cracks. See pictures for details.

Origin:
Ghana

Materials & Techniques:
Wood

Details:
Seat Height: 8.0in
Number of Seats: 1
Country of Origin: Ghana
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners. | A few missing beads. Well-worn surface and small chips and cracks. See pictures for details.