Tribal Art Africa, Akan Comb #1475

20th century

Excellent condition

Wooden combs were used by the Akan tribes from Ghana and other parts of West-Africa. The combs could be given as a gift and were also presented at marriages. A woman could own one or more combs depend…

Akuaba Fertility Object, Ghana #510

20th century

Excellent condition

This fine hand carved fertility item is made by the Ashanti/Asante tribe of Ghana. It is made of wood and in a excellent condition. Provenance: Private collection. F.d.G in NL / Tribal Art Treas…

Cermonial Asante Wooden Stool #231

20th century

Excellent condition

Asante ceremonial stools are a well-known piece of art in the Akan culture and are made by the Asante/Ashanti people from Ghana. Every stool is connected to the owner’s soul and is only allowed…

Cermonial Lobi Shrine Figure #1396

Mid 20th century

Excellent condition

This fine Lobi sculpture, (also called "Bateba") could be placed in the family shrine and were used to revere spirits known as "Thil".These figures can have a variety of different functions. This Lobi…

Ashanti Akuaba Fertility doll #659

20th century

Excellent condition

Akuaba dolls are wooden carved fertility dolls and are a general symbol of good luck and health. They are known the best from the Ashanti people from Ghana. Traditionally a woman would wear the Akuaba…

Tribal Art, Gold Weight Replica Ashanti #1448

Late 20th century

Excellent condition

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