Cross-Hatched Wood Furnishings

Anthropologie's Lattice Drum Coffee Table Revives Traditional Style

The Lattice Drum Coffee Table from home and fashion retailer Anthropologie is a fresh and modern take on tradition. The wood-made furniture piece features an intricate, cross-hatch design that is both durable and decorative.

The home accessory is covered with a smooth oil finish that clads its neutral wood grain. "Commonly referred to as a Bamileke King Stool, this iconic work of art is hand-carved from a single piece of wood by local artisans in Cameroon". The table features a matching base and table top that are held together by its decorative wooden frame.

The Lattice Drum Coffee Table from Anthropologie boasts a cross-hatched frame that reveals gorgeous textures. Its gridded wooden elements are accented with miniature buttons that are added to each of its corners.

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