Some designs are so good that they pass the test of time with flying colors. The basic premise behind this mortar and pestle sprung into the human psyche in its earliest days, and mortar and pestles have taken every form imaginable these centuries past.

Our modern Kenyan interpretation of the mortar and pestle sticks to simple lines and all-natural embellishment. Only the rich, undulating grain of East African wild olive wood adds distinction, so each piece is naturally one-of-a-kind and undeniably beautiful.

Hand carved by Kamba artisans living in Kenya's Machakos region, this mortar and pestle set make a housewarming, wedding or hostess gift that will be used and treasured for years to come.