Sourced from the Nagaland region of India, these are traditional Indian low wooden stools, commonly known as patla or chowki.
They were used throughout Indian households for a variety of everyday purposes, including:
Sitting close to the floor for meals or social gatherings, Religious ceremonies and prayer rituals, Supporting kitchen tasks such as food preparation
The metal banding or stud details were both decorative and functional, helping to reinforce the timber and prevent splitting in humid or fluctuating climates.
Today, these stools are highly sought after as rustic decorative pieces, small side tables, plant stands, or layered styling platforms in organic and wabi-sabi interiors.
Please note: As genuine vintage pieces, natural wear, minor imperfections and tonal variation are part of their character