SKU: WC.FE.SF
The eye-catching, traditional, faux ebony wood Watusi couple figurines were hand carved, polished, beaded and accented in Kenya by Tamokcub co-op members and also sourced by them from similar co-ops in neighboring Uganda and Tanzania. Modeled after the very tall Watusi tribe, famous for their dancing and once the tallest people on the planet (a record now held by the Dutch). The environmentally friendly pair make a most suitable gift for friends, family, young, and old, and even that hard to buy for person, irrespective of the celebration or occasion. They enhance an ethnic collection and make eclectic home décor objects.
Being hand made, no two pairs are alike and will have slight variations in shape, style, and size from the generic listing photograph but only to the keenest observer. Products A through F are the actual pair you will receive i.e. WYSIWYG. Should you select "Any Pair" and trust us to send you a beautiful couple, we guarantee that you will be satisfied with your purchase!
Polished black to resemble Africa’s famous ebony wood these unique examples of African talent and art are available in two heights, about 11" (280mm) and 22" (550mm) tall. The figurine jewelry ornaments are made with brass wire and high quality glass beads. The 11" and 22" pair often sell for more than $60 and $90, respectively in USA and EU art and home décor stores. We are able to offer them at moderate prices by contracting directly with the artisans at fair trade prices.
Today, the attractive figurines are symbolic woodcarvings linking past generations of tradition, culture, and beliefs with the present. The Watusi are black, but they are not Negroes. The spectacularly tall, slender, and statuesque tribesmen are a proud Hamitic or Nilotic people who migrated to Rwanda-Urundi country over four centuries ago. Many grow to heights of seven feet or more. For more information, click here for detailed description of the couple.
Sourced from commercial orchards and plantations, tree cutting services, and exotic plant removal programs mostly exotic tree woods such as mango, jacaranda, or saligna gum (Eucalyptus saligna) are used as the carving media. Using sustainable and renewable wood resources lessens the impact on ebony forests that are decimated due to demand for carvings in this medium and help preserve the environment.
NB The figurines are very popular and and sell out quickly. Should a particular size (height) be sold out, the number in stock will read BACKORDERED. A similar product can be ordered (click on the backordered link for details)that takes about six to fourteen weeks. If backorder not wanted, select an alternate size or remove the product from the shopping cart or at checkout.
Kisii co-op members 
Kwaze-Kwasa [USA] Inc. 
