#1280 Vintage Tribal Nobility Bamileke Lizard Stool/Table Cameroon 16" H

Unique Bamileke Royalty Stool/Table from Cameroon—an unusual find carved from a single piece of indigenous wood. Historically a symbol of prestige, these pieces were associated with kings and influential chiefs. Features an impressive carved lizards pattern with rich black aged patina finish. Measures 13.5"w × 16"h by 12" D  Minor hairline crack; overall good condition. Striking presence in person.

In traditional African folklore and cosmology, lizards symbolize survival, adaptability, and divine messages. They represent the boundary between the physical and ancestral realms, serving as keepers of wisdom and spiritual guides in oral traditions. This Bamileke stool embodies that sacred symbolism through its carved lizard motif.