Nupe Eight Legged Stool
Product ID: A2200-084
$1,495.00
About this piece
A tabletop of stars, and legs dressed for a festival.
Nupe carvers of Nigeria, West Africa, made this eight-legged stool in wood in the 20th century. Nupe stools are commonly carved from a single block and are often painted, with many legs being a distinct regional style. The round seat is painted with a central star in blue, cream and red, ringed with bands. Eight tapering legs are colored in teal, wine red, ochre and gray-green, each marked with small triangles and chevrons. The paint is chipped and softened with use.
About 13 inches high and 17 across. Low, loud, and fun to sit near.
