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
Materials & Techniques:
Wood
Details:
Country of Origin: Unknown
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
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
Materials & Techniques:
Wood
Details:
Country of Origin: Unknown
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent, Moderate wear and tear, but still has good years left
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
10.5 x 3.5 x 2.5 in
Antique African Tribal Primitive Wood Female Figure Carved Ashanti
Estimate $180-$530
Starting Bid
$90
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