Antique African Tribal Primitive Wood Female Figure Carved Ashanti

Description

Female figure, Ashanti, Ghana.

Standing female ancestor figure with body framed by arms with the hands resting on the abdomen, wearing an apron-like costume around the hips, sloping shoulders, the neck carved with rings carrying a circular head with tribe-typical facial features, pierced ears, and a coiffure with nine strands of braided hair. 3.5 x 2.5 x 10.5

Medium brown wood, shiny patina, cracks, min. dam., traces of wear and use.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent, Moderate wear and tear, but still has good years left

Dimensions:
Height: 10.5 in.
Width: 3.5 in.
Depth: 2.5 in.

Category: Models & Figurines
Materials: Wood

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Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent, Moderate wear and tear, but still has good years left

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Antique African Tribal Primitive Wood Female Figure Carved Ashanti

Lot 0815

Estimate $180-$530

Apr 12, 2026, 10:20 PM EDT

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