Brass Kumasi Bicycle Rider #544

20th century

Excellent condition

This bicycle rider is made of brass using the lost-wax method in Ghana. The Ashanti tribe has made the rider and it is in a excellent condition. Provenance: Private collection. F.d.G in NL / Tri…

Akan Comb, Wood Hand Made #1493

20th century

Excellent condition

Wooden carved combs were worn by the Akan people from West-Africa. The combs could be given as a gift and were also presented at marriages. A woman could own one or more combs depending on her wealth,…

Tribal West-African Brass Male #1004

20th century

Excellent condition

This figure is made in West-Africa and is in a excellent overall condition. He is holding a tool in his hand, has a hat on his head and is wearing a necklace with a cross pendant. Provenance: Private…

Ashanti Weight Man and Woman #1685

20th century

Excellent condition

Akan goldweight figures were used as a measuring system by the Akan people of Africa. The gold weights were used to weigh gold dust which was used as currency before money and coins were invented. Loc…

Brass Woman, Nigerian Art #1632

20th century

Excellent condition

This brass figure of a woman holding a stick is made in Benin City, Nigeria. It is placed on a stand and is in a excellent condition. It is made of a mixture of brass and bronze using the lost-wax met…

Armadillo Brass Figure from Ghana #1780

Late 20th century

Excellent condition

This armadillo is made by the Ashanti/Asante tribe from Ghana, Africa. It is made using the lost wax technique and is in a excellent condition.Provenance: Private collection. F.d.G in NL / Tribal Art…