Ethiopian Wood Stool

Zigzags run down the front leg like a lightning bolt in miniature.

Ethiopian craftsmen of East Africa made this stool in wood in the 20th century. Decorated stools like this are commonly used as seats at home and at gatherings. The round seat has a fine, incised border of chevrons. Two legs have open slots and the front leg is carved with a bold zigzag that carries a red tint. The wood is a rich, reddish brown, glossy on top, and darker in the carved lines.

About 16 inches tall and 18 inches wide. Pattern with a place to sit.