Woven Stool with Mat - Circle of Structure & Stillness – Enkito e Naramat (Step of Pause).

Woven Stool with Mat - Circle of Structure & Stillness – Enkito e Naramat (Step of Pause).

More than furniture—this pairing is a woven invocation of grounding, rhythm, and ceremonial grace.

Introducing the Enkito e Naramat Circle of Structure & Stillness: a cylindrical stool or table crafted from natural fibers and vertical wooden slats, resting on a circular woven mat. The piece features three woven bands—top, middle, and base—that echo the rhythm of breath and balance. Its cage-like form invites pause, while the mat anchors it in place and presence. Ideal for boutique interiors, sacred hosting, or gifting rituals, this ensemble transforms seating into storytelling and surface into sanctuary.

Artisan Connection:

Handcrafted by cooperatives in Nyeri, Kenya, the stool is shaped using radial and vertical weaving techniques that reflect Kikuyu hosting traditions and Maasai ceremonial geometry. The mat, coiled from sisal and baobab fiber, adds grounding and visual rhythm.

Symbolism in Material & Form:

• Cylindrical stool: Elevation, containment, and sacred pause.

• Triple woven bands: Breath, rhythm, and ceremonial layering.

• Circular mat: Unity, grounding, and visual chant.

• Natural fibers: Earth, resilience, and artisan pride.

• Wooden slats: Structure, clarity, and elemental grace.

Features & Benefits:

• Natural materials: Rattan, sisal, baobab fiber, raffia, cotton.

• Functional styling: Ideal for boutique interiors, gifting rituals, or ceremonial hosting.

• Culturally rooted craftsmanship: Each piece tells a story.

• Modular design: Use as seating, side table, or sculptural accent.

Product Details:

• Stool Dimensions: Approx. 45 cm height × 40 cm diameter.

• Mat Diameter: Approx. 100 cm.

• Materials: Rattan, sisal, baobab fiber, raffia, cotton.

• Care Instructions: Keep dry. Dust gently. Rotate seasonally.

Pause with purpose. Ground with grace. Support an artisan.

Add the Circle of Structure & Stillness to your space and carry the spirit of Kenyan craftsmanship into every breath and belonging.