Lobi Bateba Figure #1073

20th century

Excellent condition

This fine figure, also known as Bateba Phuwe usually have no specific defining posture and are often figures with arms straight down and the figures are looking straight ahead and often have a grim lo…

Ashanti Decorated Wooden Stool #952

Mid 20th century

Good condition

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…

Yoruba Ibeji Twins Figures #994

20th century

Excellent condition

With the world's highest birthrate of twins, the Yoruba people are well known for their Ibeji twin figures. They believe that twins have special powers and share their soul. If one of these twins dies…

Ghana Art, Brass Weight Erotic African Art #1444

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…

Akan Comb with Square Carvings #1495

20th century

Good 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,…