
Description
Rites at funeral of Ashantee chief. Fetishism'. Engraved by A. Thom. Published 1840. Antique steel-engraved print. Size 11 x 16 cm | 4.0 x 6.5 inches. Condition: Good; suitable for framing. The image shown may have been taken from a different example of this print than that which is offered for sale. The print you will receive is in good condition but there may be minor variations in the condition from that shown in the image. Please check the scan for any blemishes prior to making your purchase. There is nothing printed on the reverse side, which is plain. Tags: 1840, Ashantee, Ashanti, Ghana, Ghana | Gold Coast | Ashanti, Print, Religion & Iconography, Religious, The Faiths of the World, Thom Andrew
Reserve: $25.00
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Reserve: $25.00
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Rites at funeral of Ashanti Chief. Fetishism. Ghana 1840 old antique print
Estimate $30-$40
Starting Price
$15
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