Shaped like a traditional drum, the Afrito Stool possesses a rhythmic beauty with its succinct proportions and textural rope-wrapped look all around. It’s meant to serve as a playful and versatile perch that can be easily pulled into various settings—whether as a singular piece, a pair or a grouping in multiple colors. Part of designer Christian Astuguevieille’s Collection Afrique, inspired by Africa’s vibrant culture and history, the piece originates from furniture used for a ritual ceremony in a Congolese tribe.
Designer
Christian Astuguevieille
A cultural collector, Christian Astuguevieille creates designs inspired by the diverse influences he curates from different eras, geographies and civilizations, both historical and imagined. A highly sensual artist, Astuguevieille’s work – jewelry, perfume, objects, textiles, rugs, furniture – carries an alluring air of mystery. The tactile textures and patina featured in his pieces provide a beautiful counterpoint to signature HOLLY HUNT clean, contemporary designs. His playful work naturally invites people to see spaces and objects in new ways.
Dimensions & Details
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Natural Hemp Rope
Painted Cotton Cord: Japanese Yellow
Painted Cotton Cord: Lavande
Made to Order
Select from options across size, material or finish - 24 to 26 weeks
Natural Hemp Rope
Painted Cotton Cord
Custom
HOLLY HUNT can customize this piece to suit your project needs. Please contact your Sales Representative to discover more.
Notes
Contract
Suitable for contract use for low traffic areas
Cleaning & Care
Air out natural hemp rope as soon as possible once received to diffuse odor which can be strong especially on larger pieces. Natural hemp rope is not harmful | Both the natural rope and painted cotton materials should only be cleaned gently by brushing with a soft brush, duster or vacuum nozzle | Do not clean with any liquids other than water on slightly moistened cloth when needed | Do not let water or any other liquids sit on pieces for an extended period or they will stain the rope/cord and cause the adhesive to loosen and the rope or cord to unravel | In general, the pieces are very durable. The painted ones are made with acrylic paint on cotton rope and the natural hemp are made with real hemp, which is very durable in and of itself | In the case of major wear, neglect or unraveling, pieces will need to go back to the workroom in France to be re-roped/re-corded | In the case of minor wear or unraveling, a local furniture repair man can and fix. Glue and nails hold the rope/cord in place | Marine grade wood may be selected and quoted for humid climates to minimize wood movement and to preserve longevity of product | Neither natural rope nor the painted cotton is intended for outside use | Painted cotton cord doesn’t have odor since cord is made of cotton on painted pieces, not hemp
Finishes
Cotton Cord
Japanese Yellow Cotton Cord
Oriental Red Cotton Cord
Lavande Cotton Cord
Silver Cotton Cord
Bronze Cotton Cord
Hemp Rope
Natural Hemp Rope