Goldweight figure - Bronze - Ashanti - Ghana

Description

Beautiful bronze goldweight figure, who is probably cleaning it`s riffle, from the Ashanti people of Ghana.

Provenance: former private collection from Germany. Including custom made stand.

Object:

Goldweight figure

Ethnic group:

Ashanti

Country:

Ghana

Material:

Bronze

Estimated period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

Yes

Dimensions:

6x2x2 cm

Weight:

50 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $60.00

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Goldweight figure - Bronze - Ashanti - Ghana

Lot 0143

Estimate $70-$80

Aug 5, 2026, 2:22 PM EDT

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