Headrest 01Historically headrests date back to ancient times and in East Africa they are used by pastoral nomadic people. They are considered to be one of the most important of their few possessions that they travelled with. Whilst used primarily to rest their heads upon whilst sleeping, protecting them from dust and insects as well as preserving elaborate coiffures. They also have spiritual powers which evoke dreams. They were extremely personal to the owner,

Our Ashton rug sample is woven in a beautiful light caramel which is perfect for anywhere in the home

The bull elephant was taking advantage of the fresh growth and pools of water after heavy rains which broke a devastating four year drought

Our Kinross table comes in a classic black tone

Rebecca Charlez

The wool is carefully selected and washed before being hand-dyed in small batches using natural pigments

places and creatures all possess a distinct spiritual essence

This shield is increasingly rare

Tanzania in 2018 by photographer and guide Mike Sutherland

These Camel bells are from the Darod people from Somalia

We love its distinctive sculptural and organic shape

reclaimed Elm wood for a wabi-sabi aesthetic

Our Lozi mortar stools are special vintage pieces curated from rural communities from Zambia