Good Life Carpentry
Africa Map Carving
Africa Map Carving
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African map wall hangings that are carved out of hard Mugavu wood. The animals carved into the wood comprise an Elephant, Lion, and Leopard.
East Africa has two tribes that are particularly famous for their carvings; The Makonde (Tanzania), and the Karamojong from Uganda. Sadly, most of the Karamojong carvers were among the victims of Idi Amin's rule.
East Africa is known specifically for their pole carvings. These poles are often placed next to graves and are thought to have a connection to the ancestral world. Traditionally, many of their carvings focus on Cattle and Warriors.
We've collaborated with the Good life carpentry cooperative in Entebbe, Uganda. These artisans have so much talent and it has been such a privilege over the last year to gain an insight into their craft and watch as they create stunning carvings from mvule wood.
Good life is currently accepting commissioned work, contact us for more info.
Materials
Materials
Recycled glass jars made from wine bottles sustainably sourced in Kampala Uganda. Covers are handcrafted by our carpenters using offcuts of Muvule wood.
Dimensions
Dimensions
Large: W 3.5" H 4.7" W 0.5g
Medium: W 2.5" H 3.9" W 0.3g
Small: W 2.5" H 2.6" W 0.3g
Care information
Care information
Artisan Stories
The BananArt of Ugandan Artisan Olivia Namala
At the heart of Olivia's work lies a centuries-old tradition deeply rooted in Ugandan culture. For generations, banana fibre has been utilised by local artisans for its versatility and eco-friendly properties. Harvested from the stems of banana plants, this natural fibre undergoes a meticulous process of extraction and treatment before it's transformed into exquisite works of art.