Ashanti Male Operating a Weaving Loom #1778

Late 20th century

Excellent condition

This figure of a man operating a weaving loom is made in Ghan by the Ashanti/Asante tribe. It is in a overall excellent condition and made using the old lost wax technique.Provenance: Private collecti…

Malawi Bantu Folding Chair #463

20th century

Excellent condition

This two-part chair made by the Bantu people from Malawi to protect people from any animals or threats coming from the back.Provenance: Private collection. F.d.G in NL / Tribal Art Treasures.&nbs…

Ashanti Art, Wooden Comb #1602

20th century

Moderate condition

This Ashanti comb represents a female head. Wooden carved combs were worn by the Ashanti (Akan) people from West-Africa. The combs could be given as a gift and were also presented at marriages. A woma…

Female Stirring Ashanti Brass Figure #596

Late 20th century

Excellent condition

Akan goldweights 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 invente…

West-African Comb, Akan #1625

20th century

Good condition

Wooden carved combs are worn by the Ashanti (Akan) people from West-Africa. The combs can be given as a gift and are also presented at marriages. A woman could own one or more combs depending on her w…