{"product_id":"large-pygmy-wood-childs-stool-congo-154307","title":"Large Pygmy Wood Child's Stool Congo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA large Pygmy carving from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Made of dense wood with a dark finish.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePygmy carvings often reflect elements of their daily life, mythology, or spiritual beliefs. The intricate craftsmanship and attention to detail in such carvings showcase the artistic skills and cultural heritage of the Pygmy people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Pygmy originate from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, specifically the Ituri Forest. The Pygmy groups in this region, particularly the Bambuti or Mbuti, are considered to be the earliest inhabitants of the area. They have maintained a unique cultural identity despite limited acculturation with neighboring peoples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePygmy peoples, including the Bambuti, typically engage in hunting and gathering as their primary means of subsistence. They do not practice agriculture or cattle raising like many other groups. Instead, they rely on their intricate knowledge of the forest to gather food and hunt game. This lifestyle has contributed to their intimate connection with the natural environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAlthough the Pygmy groups often have symbiotic relationships with other ethnic groups in their vicinity, the close interaction has resulted in the adoption of the languages of their neighbors. As a consequence, many Pygmy communities have lost their indigenous languages over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe have 2 right now, which would make a lovely set! This listing is for just one. See SKU 154306 for the other one.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeight (in): 16.5\u003cbr\u003eWidth (in): 12.0\u003cbr\u003eDepth (in): 10.0\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e154307\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 154000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51292946530599,"sku":"154307","price":590.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/IMG_2406_fa15d566-6b18-45eb-adcd-15e20a839f2e.jpg?v=1776282707","url":"https:\/\/africadirect.com\/products\/large-pygmy-wood-childs-stool-congo-154307","provider":"Africa Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}