African Brass Hare Pendant, #1461

20th century

Excellent condition

These pendants replicate the style of goldweights, elaborate brass weights traditionally used by the Ashanti people in West Africa to measure gold. Each pendant is unique because they are casted using…

Adult Erotic African Art, Ashanti #1446

Late 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.&nbs…

Ashanti Art, Akuaba doll Pendant #1464

20th century

Excellent condition

This Akuaba fertility doll pendant is unique and made using the lost-wax method. It originated from Ghana and is made by the Ashanti/Asante tribe. Provenance: Private collection. F.d.G in NL / T…

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…

Ashanti Figure With Pipe and Rifle #580

20th century

Excellent condition

Akan goldweights 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. Each goldw…

Ashanti/Asante Brass Fish Pendant #1460

20th century

Excellent condition

These pendants replicate the style of goldweights, elaborate brass weights traditionally used by the Ashanti people in West Africa to measure gold. Each pendant is unique because they are casted…