A Lobi figure like this (also called "Bateba") could be placed in the family altar and were used to revere spirits known as "Thil". With one or two hands in the air, also known as “Ti Puo”…
These wooden combs were worn by the Akan people from Ghana. 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, status…
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…
Asante 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 to be used…
This fine carved figure, also known as Bateba Phuwe usually has no specific defining posture and often stands with arms straight down, looking straight ahead and often have a grim look on the face. Th…
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…