The newest Black Panther movie from Marvel, Wakanda Forever, has featured furniture designs by Ghanaian business Tekura.
Djembe tables by Tekura, as well as additional tables and lights from other African designers, were included in the feature to be used in building the set for the film.
On a set in the movie, Tekura’s djembe tables were on show with other items created in Africa.
The djembe table is modeled after the West African djembe drum, which is played with only the hands. The word “djembe” signifies an appeal for people to come together in harmony.
It all began with a “mysterious order” at Tekura’s retail partner in the US 54kibo Home Decor. 54kibo recounted in an Instagram post congratulating all the curated designers whose products made it into the Black Panther movie.
“When we first got that mysterious order in 2021 for 15 products, we did not know which movie the product would end up in, but it reaffirmed our vision.”
54kibo, a luxury décor retailer, and Tekura have been partners since 2018 and it has been retailing in the US African design, luxury, and sustainable interior décor products.
Managing Director of TEKURA Audrey Forson says, “The Wakanda Forever movie feature is a major recognition and a huge opportunity for Tekura and African designers to show our excellence to the world. This reaffirms our vision to be the go-to décor and accessories brand.
We at Tekura design and create bits of our culture from sustainable wood telling a unique and positive African story to the world. We are excited about this association with Hollywood and are thankful for the inundation of love shown to us by people everywhere. We are especially thankful to all our partners, clients, designers, and staff. I would like to also congratulate our colleague designers from other African countries whose products also featured in the Wakanda Forever movie.”
This feature in the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever film shows African design to the world through the works of these designers; Tekura, Modern Gesture (Candice Lawrence), and Jomo Tariku.
ABOUT TEKURA
TEKURA is the go-to place for unique artistic accessories, accent furniture, and home furnishings that are all inspired by the most stunning African myths, paintings, and cultures. Custom furniture is Tekura’s area of expertise. Together with Ghana’s Forestry Commission, all products are constructed from environmentally friendly wood.
Josephine Forson and her husband Kweku Forson started Tekura because they both had a strong desire to create things by hand. With customers in the US, Europe, and Africa, Tekura is a recognized brand today.
