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  • Bamenda hand-carved African hardwood serving tray with rounded handles, handcrafted by Togu'na in South Africa, from WILLAGE
  • Close-up of hand-carved wooden handle on Bamenda serving tray, solid African hardwood from Togu'na
  • Hand-carved African hardwood serving tray styled on a table with food, from Togu'na South Africa
  • Top-down view of Bamenda hand-carved hardwood serving tray showing wood grain and rectangular form, from WILLAGE
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Bamenda Hand-Carved Serving Tray — South Africa

$226.00
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Hand-carved in South Africa by Togu'na — a specialized workshop that has spent more than two decades at the intersection of traditional African craftsmanship and modern design. Each Bamenda tray is carved from a single piece of African hardwood, shaped entirely by hand, with soft rounded handles that turn utility into sculpture.

Traditionally used in formal ceremonies, trays like these are built for gathering -charcuterie, bread and oil, a centerpiece of fruit, or a long line of small dishes passed down the table. Rich grain, deep color, quiet presence. Works just as well leaning against a wall as decor when it's not being used. No two are exactly alike. 

Approx. 23.5 in L × 9 in W · Solid African hardwood · Hand-carved in South Africa · Gently wash with mild soap and dry thoroughly · Handcrafted by Togu'na, South Africa

Dimensions

23.5 in L × 9 in W (60 × 23 cm)

Origin

South Africa

MATERIALS

Solid African Hardwood

STORY

From Togu'na — a South African workshop that has spent more than two decades shaping African hardwood into pieces that live where tradition meets contemporary design. The name Togu'na comes from the traditional West African meeting house — a low-roofed communal structure built for gathering, conversation, and decision-making — and that spirit runs through the workshop's practice. Every piece is hand-carved, often from a single block of African hardwood, with a quiet attention to proportion, grain, and touch. Functional, sculptural, and deeply made — built for the rhythms of gathering and everyday use.

Care Instructions

Gently wash with mild soap and warm water. Dry thoroughly. Do not soak or dishwash. Oil periodically with food-safe mineral oil to maintain finish.

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Preserve Traditional Craftsmanship and Generational Artistry

Made from responsibly sourced African hardwood, a natural and biodegradable material. Hand-carved in small batches at Togu'na's workshop in South Africa — no mass production, no veneer, no shortcuts. Supports skilled African craftsmen and preserves a 20+ year workshop tradition. Durable enough to last generations with proper care.

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