The Hehe are an ethnic and linguistic group primarily residing in the Iringa region of south-central Tanzania. They speak a Bantu language also known as Hehe.
- The Hehe are historically renowned for their strong military tradition and fierce resistance against German colonial rule in the late 19th century.
- These chairs are everyday objects. They are characterized by their tall legs, which were later shortened in subsequent periods.
- They served as the thrones for tribal leaders and were used for court and initiation ceremonies.
- They share their form with the neighboring Zoromo Nyamwezi.
- Normally, these chairs were burned when the owner died, making it rare to find them today.
