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$8.98 Shipping Condition: Used Location: United States People Asante, Ashanti. Provenance: From the collection of JK Brown. The nomadic Tuareg traversing the Sahara region specialized in silver jewelry like ... morethe Agadez cross pendants which were passed down from father to son with the words, “I give you the four corners of the world, because one cannot know where one will die.”.
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$27.24 Shipping Location: Miami, United States We are delighted to offering for sale this Antique highly stylised wooden doll from the Ashanti, the largest sub-group of the Akan people. This doll demonstrates ... morethe carving skills of Ashanti carvers. The characteristic features of such dolls are a flat round disk-like head, a high forehead, annulated neck, outstretched arms and female sex. Such characteristics symbolised desirable traits for a woman in Ashanti society. The over-sized head symbolised intelligence. The roundness of the face symbolised beauty. The annulated neck symbolised fatness – a sign of prosperity. Outstretched arms suggest generosity. A panel of engraved designs is on the back of the head. Such designs were believed to be a protective device against witchcraft. A beaded necklace decorate the neck.
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$10.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Bulgaria The weights are not gold but were used in the trade of gold. Until the end of the nineteenth century, gold (sika) was the currency of the Asante, Fante, ... moreBaule and other Akan peoples of Ghana. Cast in the 'lost-wax' technique these small sculptures served to facilitate trade while depicting Akan values characterized through proverbs or popular sayings.
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Free Shipping Condition: New Location: Fairfax, United States Together with other tribes from this area, they form the Akan Peoples. The artistic tradition of the Asante has had a great influence on all decorative ... moreart from Ghana. It is said to stimulate female fertility and help conquer infertility.
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Free Shipping Condition: Used Location: Farmington, United States FINAL SALE. No publication dates stated. Circa 1970s is likely.
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Free Shipping Location: Farmington, United States An obscure/rare booklet based on the Book, Ashantis of Ghana by J. W. Tufuo & C.E. Donkor. This edition published in 1997. ADAEX EDUCATION PUBLICATIONS ... moreof Oforikrom, Ghana.
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$17.81 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Orbost, Australia These Aklama statues, roughly carved out of wood represent the protective spirits and are kept by the Ewe in their local shrines. Mainly the Ewe are known ... moreby their dolls. Dolls with broken arms or legs were considered by the Ewe as more powerful.
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$17.81 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Orbost, Australia Dolls with broken arms or legs were considered by the Ewe as more powerful. They ensured that children would be born healthy, with their arms and legs ... moreintact. These Aklama statues, roughly carved out of wood represent the protective spirits and are kept by the Ewe in their local shrines.
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$17.81 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Orbost, Australia These Aklama statues, roughly carved out of wood represent the protective spirits and are kept by the Ewe in their local shrines. Mainly the Ewe are known ... moreby their dolls. Dolls with broken arms or legs were considered by the Ewe as more powerful.
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$25.98 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Orbost, Australia These Aklama statues, roughly carved out of wood represent the protective spirits and are kept by the Ewe in their local shrines. Mainly the Ewe are known ... moreby their dolls. Dolls with broken arms or legs were considered by the Ewe as more powerful.
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$25.98 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Orbost, Australia These Aklama statues, roughly carved out of wood represent the protective spirits and are kept by the Ewe in their local shrines. Mainly the Ewe are known ... moreby their dolls. Dolls with broken arms or legs were considered by the Ewe as more powerful.
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$5.95 Shipping Condition: Unspecified Location: Milton, United States ASHANTI AGAIN! --The Anglo-Ashanti wars were a series of five conflicts that took place between 1824 and 1900 between the Ashanti Empire—in the Akan interior ... moreof the Gold Coast—and the British Empire and its African allies.
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$17.77 Shipping Condition: New Location: SWINDON, United Kingdom Covering 500 years of Ghana's history, The Ghana Reader provides a multitude of historical, political, and cultural perspectives on this iconic African ... morenation. They also demonstrate that the path to fully understanding Ghana requires acknowledging its ethnic and cultural diversity and listening to its population's varied voices.
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$17.81 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Orbost, Australia These Aklama statues, roughly carved out of wood represent the protective spirits and are kept by the Ewe in their local shrines. Mainly the Ewe are known ... moreby their dolls. Dolls with broken arms or legs were considered by the Ewe as more powerful.
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$17.81 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Orbost, Australia These Aklama statues, roughly carved out of wood represent the protective spirits and are kept by the Ewe in their local shrines. Mainly the Ewe are known ... moreby their dolls. Dolls with broken arms or legs were considered by the Ewe as more powerful.
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$17.81 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Orbost, Australia These Aklama statues, roughly carved out of wood represent the protective spirits and are kept by the Ewe in their local shrines. Mainly the Ewe are known ... moreby their dolls. Dolls with broken arms or legs were considered by the Ewe as more powerful.
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$4.87 Shipping Condition: Very Good Location: Syracuse, United States INDIGENOUS AFRICAN WARFARE - Its Concept and Art in the Gold Coast, Asante and Northern Territories up to early 1900s by Festus Boahen. It first attempts ... moreto present a structured approach to the study of the concept and art of African indigenous warfare, including its contestations with colonial entities.
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$25.98 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Orbost, Australia These Aklama statues, roughly carved out of wood represent the protective spirits and are kept by the Ewe in their local shrines. Mainly the Ewe are known ... moreby their dolls. Dolls with broken arms or legs were considered by the Ewe as more powerful.
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Free Shipping Condition: Good Location: Farmington, United States Pathfinders: Henry O. Flipper. COVER: A Tale of Joe Louis.
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Free Shipping Location: 's-Gravenhage - Laakhaven-Oost, Netherlands Old terracotta head from theAshanti - Asante - Akan People. it is hollow and made of hand-fashioned clay. there is a trace of a left hand on the other ... moreside of the head. he is holding his right hand to his head.
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$7.48 Shipping Location: SALFORD, United Kingdom Joseph 2016, p. 590. 1% Judaism. United States. See caption. Religious affiliation in the United States is among the most diverse in the world[389] and ... morevaries significantly by region[390] and age. Other religious.
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$15.27 Shipping Condition: Like New Location: SHEFFIELD, United Kingdom Early life. [82] Upon release on March 19, 2002,The Best of Both Worlds sold 285,000 copies in its opening week and debuted at number two on theBillboard ... more200. Further information:Marriage age in the United States.
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$17.81 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Orbost, Australia These Aklama statues, roughly carved out of wood represent the protective spirits and are kept by the Ewe in their local shrines. Mainly the Ewe are known ... moreby their dolls. Dolls with broken arms or legs were considered by the Ewe as more powerful.
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Stool (Dwa) Akan (Asante, Fante) Ghana African SALE Was $350
Title, Stool(Dwa) Akan(Asante) Ghana, African, Type of Object, Stool, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Akan(Asante) Materials, Wood, Approximate Age, Mid 20th century, Dimensions, Height: 23 inches. Width: 23 inches. Depth 16.5 inches. Overall Condition, Fair, Damage/Repair, large cracks in legs. Stain, Additional Information: Magnificent stool. Among the Akan a well-carved stool such as this serves multiple purposes in addition to providing a well-designed seat to sit upon. Among the Akan stools take their name Dwa from the wood out of which they are carved. When a daughter reaches the age of puberty her father is expected to give her stool that becomes not only her property but also identification with her soul and being. So that often stools will be seen with their upper corners worn from being leaned up against the wall or laid down ... moreon their sides. All to prevent some one else from sitting on it or worse a malevolent spirit could take charge of the stool and the owner's spirit. Stools are also identified with the various royal states as each state will have it s own design as will their king and queen mother. Stools often have proverbs or sayings or historical events identified to them in fact the skulls of defeated enemies were often attached to the stools of a victorious king! Stools start out as a white wood and through time take on a burnished and well-worn hue as this stool and it must be noted that Akan stools are carved from a single piece of wood reflecting the skill and talent of the stool carvers and not nailed together as European chairs. Designs of stools may vary as to the inventiveness of the stool carver and today many of the proverbial forms are either forgotten or interpreted as a new form. Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 008629* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the compan
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Akan/Baule/Asante Copper Alloy Mask Ghana African SALE Was $350
Type of Object, Mask, Country of Origin, Cote D'Ivoire(Ivory Coast) Ghana, People, Akan Probably, Materials, Copper Alloy/ Brass, Approximate Age, Unknown. Probably 20th century, Dimensions, 15.5 inches L. x 15.5 inches H. x 4 inches deep, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, some oxidation. Tarnish, Akan/Baule/Asante Copper Alloy Mask Additional Information: We are unable to identify this copper alloy mask with any ... morespecific ethnic group in West Africa. No comparative example has been found. This lost wax cast of a copper alloy mask(bronze or brass) could come from the Akan people of the Ghana and Ivory Coast in west Africa. Though masks are not normally used by the greater number of Akan peoples including the Asante or Fante. They are often found attached to various chiefly regalia prominent on sword sheaths or chiefly stools and hung n the wall. Such masks are said to represent the heads of defeated enemies and are shown with some evidence of local scarification which is rare among the Akan but often shown on terracotta sculptures. It is difficult to determine the age of this Brass mask however the attention to detail and the facial features show that this was the product of a skilled craftsman. Recommended Reading: Kerchache's ART OF AFRICA. I have examined this piece and agree with the description. Niangi Batulukisi. Ph.D. 62502* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the com
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Asante Clay Bowl Pottery Ghana African Art SALE Was $90
Title, Asante Clay Bowl Pottery Ghana African, Type of Object, pottery. Bowl, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Ashanti(or Asante) Materials, Clay, Approximate Age, 20th Century, Dimensions, Diameter 8 inches. H. 4 inches, Overall Condition, Fair, Damage/Repair, chipped rim at top and bottom, Additional information: Vessel made of clay. The beautiful black patina and the traces of use overwhelm the surface and in the interior of the vessel. Ashanti vessels like this are hand built by women. They have various forms. Some simple, other very complex. Their use also vary from domestic to ritual or religious usage. This example was used as vessel to serve food and to store foodstuffs. 43133* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 ... moreand has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an item within seven days in the same condition you received it-just let us know you're returning it. You may have either a credit or a refund for your purchase price. Not including shipping both ways. If your original payment was made through PayPal, we'll refund you through PayPal; if you paid us directly with your credit card, we'll refund the credit card. Combining Shipping: You are welcome to wait to pay. And to combine multiple items for shipping. We ask that you ke
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Kente Cloth Handwoven Asante Ghana, African SALE Was $175
Title, Kente Cotton Cloth Handwoven. Asante, Ghana, African, Type of Object, Handwoven cloth, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante, Materials, Hand woven cloth. Possibly silk or combination, Approximate Age, Mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 75 inches by 41 inches, Overall Condition, Fair to good, Damage/Repair, Some torn seams. Slightly frayed, uneven edges, small holes, stains, We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: A royal Kente cloth wore by Asante women. ... moreStrips are hand sewn together. Estimated age more than 40 years. Kente cloth is the royal cloth of the Ashante. Of Ghana. In many cases, the thread was obtained by carefully un-picking silk garments, and reweaving them. The looms have two or three heddles. Legend says that the Kente cloth weavers learned their skill from watching a spider, Anansi, who is a significant figure in African folklore. The dominated color, which is the blue is said to be the color of the sky and symbol of majesty, peace and harmony. In some cases the blue is associated with good fortune. Recommended Reading: Doran H. Ross(ed. Wrapped in Pride. Ghanaian Kente and African American Identity. UCLA Fowler Museum of Cultural History. Los Angeles, 1998. Duncan Clarke. The Art of African Textiles, Thunder Bay Press, 1997. Peter Adler and Nicholas Barbard. African Majesty. The Textile Art of The Ashanti and Ewe, Thames and Hudson. London, 1992. 65145* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began th
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Asante Stool/Throne Dwa Ghana African SALE Was $225
Title, Asante Stool/Throne Dwa Ghana African, Type of Object, Stool, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante, Materials, Wood, Approximate Age, Second half 20th century, Dimensions, 17 inches Long x 11 inches H. x 7.5 inches, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, Shallow cracks. Chips, and wear/scrapes in places, Additional Information: A well designed stool from the Asante people. Among the Asante an elaborate stool like ... morethis serves multiple purposes in addition to providing a well-designed seat to sit upon. Asante stools take their name Dwa from the wood out of which they are carved. When a daughter reaches the age of puberty her father is expected to give her stool that becomes not only her property but also identification with her soul and being. So that often stools will be seen with their upper corners worn from being leaned up against the wall or laid down on their sides. All to prevent some one else from sitting on it or worse a malevolent spirit could take charge of the stool and the owner's spirit. Stools are also identified with the various royal states as each state will have it s own design as will their king and queen mother. Stools often have proverbs or sayings or historical events identified to them in fact the skulls of defeated enemies were often attached to the stools of a victorious king! Stools start out as a white wood and through time take on a burnished and well-worn hue as this stool and it must be noted that Akan stools are carved from a single piece of wood reflecting the skill and talent of the stool carvers and not nailed together as European chairs. Designs of
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Akan/Asante Drum Ghana African SALE Was $210
Title, Akan/Asante Drum Ghana African, Type of Object, Drum, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Akan Asante, Approximate Age, Mid 20th century, Dimensions, 22 inches H. x 10.5 inches W. Overall Condition, Poor. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, cracks in places. Large chip in base, worn leather, dents and scratches in places, Additional Information: This well used drum simply carved comes probably from the Aka/Asante people of the Ghana. ... moreDrums such as this were part of a drum ensemble fontomfrom or bommaa played at the court of the chief. Atumpan is known as an ensemble of talking drums. Among the Akan people. This band is composed of lead drum, male, female, and child drums and other supporting drums. Among the Fante people, the lead drum is most likely a female drum also known as"queen Mother. Our drum was probably used as supporting male drum. The lead drum takes the direction of the rhythm, supporting drums accompany the lead and respond to it in a sophisticated dialog between the lead drummer and other. Each drum produces different sound: low or high depending on its role in the band. The lead drum also calls to change the song or the song, the rhythm of music and the dance. Elaborate drums such as this were played during during initiation ceremonies. Popular festivals, at funerals and wedding, and in other social gatherings to entertain the people. The implication of drums in religion is that the sound produced by drums help communicate with the other world and appease the spirits of other world. The drummer would use his hands to beat on the skin of the drum to obtain different tones that will resona
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Goldweight Akan Asante Brass Fish Ghana African SALE Was $45
Title, Akan/Asante Brass Goldweight Fish Ghana African, Type of Object, Goldweight. Metalwork, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante, Materials, Brass(unknown metal content) Approximate Age, Unknown, Dimensions, 2 inches x 1.75 inches. Overall Condition, Fair to good. Damage/Repair, Oxidation. Tarnishing, and general wear, Additional Information: Goldweights have been called"masterpieces in miniature" reflecting artistry in service to commerce. The weights are not gold but were used in the trade of gold. Until the end of the nineteenth century. Gold(sika) was the currency of the Asante, Fante, Baule and other Akan peoples of Ghana. Used in trade with European merchants along the Ivory coast or Islamic traders from the north, gold dust was measured on small scales called ânsaniaâ using small copper, bronze or brass ... moresculpted weights known as âabrammoâ. Most people engaging in trade owned a set of weights ranging in appearance from small geometrically patterned weights to complex figurative and representational weights. Cast in the âlost-waxâ technique these small sculptures served to facilitate trade while depicting Akan values characterized through proverbs or popular sayings. Weights would carry traditional proverbial lore or simply show people in everyday activity or comment upon social and political relationships. Or to reflect upon religious acts and spiritual ideals. Humans, animals, fish, amphibians as well as objects of everyday life were apt subject for representation in weights. Each piece is individually made. No two are exactly the same because the mold is broken in the process of making the piece. Recommended Reading: For more information. See Plass's AFRICAN MINIATURES-GOLDWEIGHTS OF THE ASHANTI. 73242* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who
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Kente Handwoven Women's Cloth Asante Ghana African SALE Was $165
Title, Kente Handwoven Women's Cloth Asante Ghana African, Type of Object, Handwoven cloth, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante, Materials, possibly combination silk/cotton, Approximate Age, Mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 42 inches by 74 inches, Overall Condition, Poor to fair. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, wear. Stains, torn seams, holes, We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been ... morelaundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: A superb Kente cloth wore by Asante women. with a dominant green background. Estimated age more than 40 years. Kente cloth is the royal cloth of the Ashante. Of Ghana. In many cases, the thread was obtained by carefully um-picking silk garments, and reweaving them. The looms have two or three heddles. Legend says that the Kente cloth weavers learned their skill from watching a spider, Anansi, who is a significant figure in African folklore. The offered cloth is made of a combination of colors and various patterns. Recommended Reading: Doran H. Ross(ed. Wrapped in Pride. Ghanaian Kente and African American Identity. UCLA Fowler Museum of Cultural History. Los Angeles, 1998. Duncan Clarke. The Art of African Textiles, Thunder Bay Press, 1997. Peter Adler and Nicholas Barbard. African Majesty. Y, The Textile Art of The Ashanti and Ewe, Thames and Hudson. L
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Goldweights Set of 9 Abstract Forms Asante Ghana African SALE Was $75
Title, Goldweights Set of 9 Abstract Forms Asante Ghana African, Type of Object, Bronze/brass cast weight, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Akan/Asante People, Materials, Brass/Copper Alloy, Approximate Age, 20th Century or earlier, Dimensions, see penny for comparison, Overall Condition, poor. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, casting flaws. Some oxidation, holes, chips, Additional Information: A Asante set of 9 abstract goldweights in ... morebronze or brass. Goldweights have been called"masterpieces in miniature" reflecting artistry in service to commerce. The weights are not gold but were used in the trade of gold. Until the end of the nineteenth century. Gold(sika) was the currency of the Asante, Fante, Baule and other Akan peoples of Ghana. Used in trade with European merchants along the Ivory coast or Islamic traders from the north, gold dust was measured on small scales called ânsaniaâ using small copper, bronze or brass sculpted weights known as âabrammoâ. Most people engaging in trade owned a set of weights ranging in appearance from small geometrically patterned weights to complex figurative and representational weights. Cast in the âlost-waxâ technique these small sculptures served to facilitate trade while depicting Akan values characterized through proverbs or popular sayings. Weights would carry traditional proverbial lore or simply show people in everyday activity or comment upon social and political relationships. Or to reflect upon religious acts and spiritual ideals. Humans, birds, wild animals, fish, amphibians as well as objects of everyday life
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Akan Asante Drum Musical Instrument Ghana African SALE Was $75
Title, Akan Asante Drum Musical Instrument Ghana African, Type of Object, Drum, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Akan Asante, Materials, wood. Animal skin/leather, bark, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 19 inches H. x 11 inches Diam. Overall Condition, Fair. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, Age cracks in places. Holes in skin, holes from old insect damage in places, worn leather, missing pegs, loose skin on top, Additional ... moreInformation: A drum from the Asante people of the Ghana. Drums such as this were part of a drum ensemble fontomfrom or bommaa played at the court of the chief. Atumpan is known as an ensemble of talking drums. Among the Akan people. This band is composed of lead drum, male, female, and child drums and other supporting drums. Among the Fante people, the lead drum is most likely a female drum also known as"queen Mother. This example is a supporting male drum. The lead drum takes the direction of the rhythm, supporting drums accompany the lead and respond to it in a sophisticated dialog between the lead drummer and other. Each drum produces different sound: low or high depending on its role in the band. The lead drum also calls to change the song or the song, the rhythm of music and the dance. Drums were played during during initiation ceremonies. Popular festivals, at funerals and wedding, and in other social gatherings to entertain the people. The implication of drums in religion is that the sound produced by drums help communicate with the other world and appease the spirits of other world. The drummer would use his hands to beat on the skin of the drum to obtain differ
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3 Goldweights Abstract Ghana African Asante SALE Was $42
Title, Asante 3 Abstract Goldweights Ghana Africa Abramoo, Type of Object, brass cast weight, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Akan/Asante People, Materials, Brass/Copper Alloy, Approximate Age, 20th Century or earlier Dimensions, less than 1" each, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, some oxidation on the surface. Casting flaws, Additional Information: Goldweights have been called"masterpieces in miniature" ... morereflecting artistry in service to commerce. The weights are not gold but were used in the trade of gold. Until the end of the nineteenth century. Gold(sika) was the currency of the Asante, Fante, Baule and other Akan peoples of Ghana. Used in trade with European merchants along the Ivory coast or Islamic traders from the north, gold dust was measured on small scales called ânsaniaâ using small copper, bronze or brass sculpted weights known as âabrammoâ. Most people engaging in trade owned a set of weights ranging in appearance from small geometrically patterned weights to complex figurative and representational weights. Cast in the âlost-waxâ technique these small sculptures served to facilitate trade while depicting Akan values characterized through proverbs or popular sayings. Weights would carry traditional proverbial lore or simply show people in everyday activity or comment upon social and political relationships. Or to reflect upon religious acts and spiritual ideals. Humans, birds, wild animals, fish, amphibians as well as objects of everyday life were subject for representation in weights. Representational imagery deriv
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Asante Linguist Staff Parrot, Stand Ghana African SALE Was $210
Title, Asante Linguist Okyeame Poma Parrot with Nut on Stand Ghana African Type of Object, Linguist Staff(Okyeame Poma) Country of Origin, Cote d'Ivoire. Ghana, People, Asante, Materials, Wood. Paint, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, Stick: 71 Inches H.x 3 inches W. Overall Condition, good, Damage/Repair, Deep cracks in places. Worn patina, chips, broken in one place and repaired with glue, Additional Information: A finial staff surmounted with a a parrot with a nut. The staff is painted in diversl colors and decorated with geometric. Twisted or and ringed motifs. This staff comes in four parts! Such finial staffs are found among various Akan peoples of the Ivory Coast or Ghana. Especially among Asante and Baule. I these cultures such figural staffs belong to royal elites or family elders, and official spokesmen ... moreor linguists. They were made to be seen and admired as works of art as well as emblems of office.Some of them would be covered with gold leaf and worked onto the surface so that the designs carved into the wood showed through. The top is the most important part of a linguist's staff. Symbolic images were carved onto oratorâs staffs. These images illustrate proverbs supposed to communicate specific messages. These images are detachable to allow the linguistic or orator(Okyema) to change them according to the proverb being referenced at the moment of his speech. Recommended Reading: B. Holas: Animaux dans l'Âart ivoirien(Paris. 1969)E. Fischer and H. Himmelheber: Das Gold in der Kunst Westafrikas(Zurich, 1981)S. M. Vogel: Baule: African Art, Western Eyes, New Haven and London,1997) 77475* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been
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Asante Long Drum Ghana African 43 Inch SALE Was $95
Title, Asante Long Drum African Musical Instrument Ghana African, Type of Object, Drum, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Akan/Asante probably, Materials, Wood. Leather, pigment, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 43" H. x 9" Diam. Overall Condition, Poor. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, Very fragile at bottom. Severe damage at bottom and base could fall apart during shipping, large cracks and chips throughout, worn leather, Additional ... moreInformation: A very long and old drum from the Asante people from Ghana. Among the Asante and related peoples. Drums were played during during initiation ceremonies, popular festivals, at funerals and wedding, and in other social gatherings to entertain the people. The implication of drums in religion is that the sound produced by drums help communicate with the other world and appease the spirits of other world. The drummer would use his hands to beat on the skin of the drum to obtain different tones that will resonate with depth or to produce sharp high notes. Recommended Reading: Marie-Therese Brincard(ed. Sounding Forms African Musical Instruments, 1989, The American Federation of Arts. Michel Huet. The Dance, Art and Ritual of Africa, Pantheon Books, New York, 1978. 74445* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fa
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Goldweight Asante Lion Ghana African SALE Was $29
Title, Akan Asante Goldweight Lion Ghana African Type of Object, Weight used in weighing of gold dust, Country of Origin, Ghana and Ivory Coast, People, Asante. Ashanti(e) Materials, Copper alloy, Approximate Age, unknown 20th century, Dimensions, 2.25 Inches x 1 in. Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, missing one leg in front. Some oxidation, Additional Information: Among the Akan casting figures in copper based metals was known as awowa egudee with individual weights known as abramoo. Cast in the âlost-waxâ technique these small sculptures served to facilitate trade while depicting Akan values characterized through proverbs in visual form including traditional proverbs. Aphorisms, euphemisms or popular sayings or comment upon appropriate social conduct or oneâs position in society. Figurative weights would carry ... moretraditional proverbial lore or simply show people in everyday activity or comment upon social and political relationships. Or to reflect upon religious acts and spiritual ideals. Gold weights have been called âmasterpieces in miniatureâ reflecting artistry and craft in service to commerce. 78019* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an item within seven
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Kente Cloth Textile Asante Ghana African 10 X 5 Ft SALE Was $350
Title, Kente Cloth Textile Asante Ghana African, Type of Object, Textile, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante. See also Ewe, Materials, Cotton or combination cotton/silk, Approximate Age, Mid 20th century, Dimensions, 67 X 121 inches, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, textile has wrinkles. A few stains, tears and holes, We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered ... morein any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: This superb textile dominated by a red tone with grey. Yellow, black is attributed to the Asante people. Strips are handsewn together. Estimated age more than 40 years. Kente cloth is the royal cloth of the Asante. Of Ghana. In many cases, the thread was obtained by carefully un-picking silk garments, and reweaving them. The looms have two or three heddles. Legend says that the Kente cloth weavers learned their skill from watching a spider, Anansi, who is a significant figure in African folklore. This textile exhibits different types of weft patterns. Each pattern has it own name and a proverb associated to it. The patterns on this textile have the traditional bright colors including orange, green, yellow, red, blue, and black. Recommended Reading: See Clarke's"ART OF AFRICAN TEXTILES" The best source for pictures and information on Kente textiles
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Goldweight Two Guinea Fowls Asante Ghana African SALE Was $35
Title, Asante Cast Figure of Two Guinea Fowls Goldweight Ghana African, Type of Object, Artifact. Metalwork, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante, Materials, Brass/Copper alloy, Approximate Age, Unknown, Dimensions, 2.5 inches H. x 1.75 inches W. Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, some oxidation. Wear, A Asante cast figure used as a Goldweight featuring two Guinea Fowls standing on a flat base. This is a multiple. You're buying one similar. Additional Information: Goldweights have been called"masterpieces in miniature" reflecting artistry in service to commerce. The weights are not gold but were used in the trade of gold. Until the end of the nineteenth century. Gold(sika) was the currency of the Asante, Fante, Baule and other Akan peoples of Ghana. Used in trade with European merchants along the Ivory coast or Islamic ... moretraders from the north, gold dust was measured on small scales called ânsaniaâ using small copper, bronze or brass sculpted weights known as âabrammoâ. Most people engaging in trade owned a set of weights ranging in appearance from small geometrically patterned weights to complex figurative and representational weights. Cast in the âlost-waxâ technique these small sculptures served to facilitate trade while depicting Akan values characterized through proverbs or popular sayings. Weights would carry traditional proverbial lore or simply show people in everyday activity or comment upon social and political relationships. Or to reflect upon religious acts and spiritual ideals. Humans, birds, wild animals, fish, amphibians as well as objects of everyday life were apt subject for representation in weights. Representational imagery derived from contact with Europeans includes ships, rifles and cannon are also found in weights. Goldweights are some of the best known examples of Akan arts reflecting their artistry in small scale but carrying great meaning. The Lost Wax Method is an exceptionally labor intensive process where a wax mold is for
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Drum Female Asante Fante Figural Ghana African sale wAS $490
Title, Akan/Fante Figural Drum. Ghana African, Type of Object, Drum. Musical Instrument, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Akan/ Asante/ Fante? Materials, wood. Animal skin, reed, vegetal fibre, Approximate Age, Second half 20th century, Dimensions, 39" H. x 17.5" W. Overall Condition, Fair, Damage/Repair, Damage. Repair: Large crack in foot. Missing inlay beads and cowrie shells. Scratches to drum skin. Additional Information: A wonderful drum! The drum is in the form of a standing female without the head and the arms. the standing body wears a leather cache-sexe decorated with beads and cowrie shells. All these motifs elevate the status of the drum. Which origin is unclear. Drums with female body were found among the Akan Asante or Fante. Geometric designs as well as the reed seeds encrusted in breasts and in Bali suggest ... morea Makonde origin. An example of a drum in a female body form with pointed breasts is published in Marie-Therese Brincard. Sounding Forms. African Musical Instruments. Fig. 50. The Akan people are well-know for their dramatic drums usually represented by female figures and features. Among the Fante people. The lead drum is most likely a female drum also known as"queen Mother. It is supported by a male smale drum. The lead drum takes the direction of the rhythm, supporting drums accompany the lead and respond to it in a sophisticated dialog between the lead drummer and other. Each drum produces different sound: low or high depending on its role in the band. The lead drum also calls to change the song or the song, the rhythm of music and the dance. Elaborate drums such as this were played during during initiation ceremonies. Popular festivals, at funerals and wedding, and in other social gatherings to entertain the people. The implication of drums in religion is that the sound produced by drums help communicate with the other world and appease the spirits of other world. This is a wonderful drum that could become a centerpoint of any serious collection. Ihave examined this pi
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Akua'ba Fertility Doll Ghana African Asante Ashanti SALE Was $49
Title, Asante Ashanti Akua'ba Fertility Doll Ghana African, Type of Object, Fertility doll, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante, Materials, Wood. Pigment Approximate Age, 20th century, Dimensions, 11.75 inches H. x 5 inches W. Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, Worn patina. Does not stand. Asante Ashanti Akua'ba Fertility Doll Ghana African. Additional Information: A female figure bust with big circular head. Ringed neck, and pointed breasts. The figure does not have arms. This is a well carved Asante fertility doll known as Akua'Ba and found also found among the Fante people of Ghana. The legend of the Akua'ba doll is one of the more familiar stories in African cultural history. In what is now central Ghana, at some time in the distant past, a young Asante woman named Akua(Wednesday born) was having trouble conceiving ... morea child(ba. The local priest divined that Akua should commission a woodcarving of a little child, treat it as though it were a living infant, carrying it on her back, feed it, sleep with it, and give it gifts. Akua became pregnant, and her example has been followed by others struggling with infertility.and the carvings are called akua'ba, in her honor. Recommended Reading: ISN'T SHE A DOLL-PLAY AND RITUAL IN AFRICAN SCULPTURE. By E. Cameron. 82813* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders g
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Kente Cloth Handwoven Asante Ghana African SALE Was $295
Title, Kente Cloth Handwoven Asante Ghana African, Type of Object, Cloth. Fabric, textile, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante, Materials, Cotton and or combination cotton and silk, Approximate Age, Mid 20th century, Dimensions, 136 inches x 62 inches, Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, Small tears in places, We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Kente Cloth Handwoven. Ashante, Ghana, African Additional Information: Excellent condition. Strips are hand-sewn together. There ... moreare generally two sizes of cloths, the smaller woman's, and the larger man's. Kente cloth is the royal cloth of the Ashante, of Ghana. In many cases, the thread was obtained by carefully un-picking silk garments, and reweaving them. The looms have two or three heddles. Legend says that the Kente cloth weavers learned their skill from watching a spider, Anansi, who is a significant figure in African folklore. Recommended Reading: See Clarke's"ART OF AFRICAN TEXTILES" The best source for pictures and information on Kente textiles is Adler and Barbard's"AFRICAN MAJESTY. the"TEXTILE ART OF THE ASHANTI AND EWE. I have examined this piece and agree with the description. Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 76711* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which
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3 Goldweights Geometric Asante Ghana African SALE Was $49
Title, 3 Geometric Abstract Goldweights Asante Ghana African, Type of Object, Bronze cast weight, Country of Origin, Ghana or Ivory Coast, People, Akan People, Materials, Brass/Copper Alloy, Approximate Age, 20th Century, Dimensions, 0.5-0.75 inch wide. See penny for comparison, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, some oxidation on the surface, Additional Information: Goldweights have been called"masterpieces ... morein miniature" reflecting artistry in service to commerce. The weights are not gold but were used in the trade of gold. Until the end of the nineteenth century. Gold(sika) was the currency of the Asante, Fante, Baule and other Akan peoples of Ghana. Used in trade with European merchants along the Ivory coast or Islamic traders from the north, gold dust was measured on small scales called ânsaniaâ using small copper, bronze or brass sculpted weights known as âabrammoâ. Most people engaging in trade owned a set of weights ranging in appearance from small geometrically patterned weights to complex figurative and representational weights. Cast in the âlost-waxâ technique these small sculptures served to facilitate trade while depicting Akan values characterized through proverbs or popular sayings. Weights would carry traditional proverbial lore or simply show people in everyday activity or comment upon social and political relationships. Or to reflect upon religious acts and spiritual ideals. Humans, birds, wild animals, fish, amphibians as well as objects of everyday life were apt subject for representation in weights. Representational
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Akua'Ba Fertility Doll Asante Stand Ghana African SALE Was $290
Title, Akua'Ba Fertility Doll. Asante Ghana African, Type of Object, carving. Artifact, doll, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante, Materials, Wood. Beads, copper alloy earring, pigment, Approximate Age, Mid/second half 20th century, Dimensions, 17.75 inches H. x 4 inches W. Overall Condition, Good:  Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, wear. Chipped ear, Additional Information: A stunning Asante doll figure with an oversized ... moreoval head. A heart-shaped face, a ringed neck, short extended arms, a large elongated trunk and a cylindrical base. Akua'Ba(aquaâba) Among the Akan, are considered objects with the capacity to help women conceive and deliver healthy babies. The akuaâba figures are sculpturally abstracted with a tubular body and short arms surmounted by a flattened head and face and smaller in size than this example. Though most akuaba are listed as Asante, their shape, color and detail may vary according to the particular group of Akan from which they come. Some have round heads, others flat and rectangular, bodies may be totally abstracted or have anthropomorphic details added as in this example. Among the Akan childbearing is an important responsibility of women who are considered to have not fulfilled their purpose on earth unless they have had children and inasmuch as the Akan are a matrilineal society girl babies are preferred. The tradition of how akuaba came to be is based upon the story of a childless woman named Akua who went to her local shrine to consult with the priest of her desire to have a child. The priest advised her to have a small figure carved and to treat i
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Asante Royal Stool Elephants Double Ghana African SALE WEas $590
Title, Asante Double Royal Stool with Elephants Ghana African, Type of Object, Stool. Chair, artifact, Country of Origin, Ghana and Nigeria, People, Asante, Materials, Wood, Approximate Age, Early twentieth century, Dimensions, Height: 22.5 inches. Width: 24 inches. Depth: 12.5 inches. Overall Condition, Poor. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, Worn patina. old repair to tail, several cracks in animal feet and other places, chips and scratches, ... moreAsante Double Royal Stool with Elephants Ghana African Additional Information: These stools were made for chiefs and important people. And were considered important state regalia. They are called"dwas. They were believed to contain the soul of the owner. The seats were crescent-shaped, and the stool was carved from a single piece of wood. Leopards and elephants were only made for asantahene, chiefs.often, the carving below the seat represented a proverb. Among the Akan. A well-carved stool such as this serves multiple purposes, in addition to providing a well-designed seat to sit upon. Among the Akan, when a daughter reaches the age of puberty, her father is expected to give her a stool that becomes not only her property, but also identification with her soul and being. Often stools will be seen with their upper corners worn from being leaned up against the wall or laid down on their sides, all to prevent some one else from sitting on it or worse a malevolent spirit could take charge of the stool and the ownerâs spirit. Stools are also identified with the various royal states as each state will have itâs own design as will their king and queen mother. S
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Kente Handwoven Cloth Orange Asante Ghana African SALE Was $650
Title, Kente Handwoven Cloth Orange Asante Ghana African Old Stunning Type of Object, Handwoven Cloth, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante, Materials, Handwoven Cloth. Silk, cotton, or combination, Approximate Age, Mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 112 inches x 63 Inches Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, worn. Holes, tears with indigenous repairs Additional Information: A very old Kente textile. The local name ... moreof this cloth is Sika Futuro. Literally means"gold dust" in reference to the color of the textile! See Doran H. Ross(ed. Wrapped in Pride. Ghanaian Kente and African American Identity, p.117, fig. 8.23. Kente cloth is the royal cloth of the Asante. Of Ghana. In many cases, the thread was obtained by carefully un-picking silk garments, and reweaving them. The looms have two or three heddles. Legend says that the Kente cloth weavers learned their skill from watching a spider, Anansi, who is a significant figure in African folklore. This textile exhibits different types of weft patterns. Each pattern has it own name and a proverb associated to it. The patterns on this textile have the traditional bright colors including orange, green, red, blue, and black. Recommended Reading: See Clarke's"ART OF AFRICAN TEXTILES" The best source for pictures and information on Kente textiles is Adler and Barbard's"AFRICAN MAJESTY. the"TEXTILE ART OF THE ASHANTI AND EWE. Doran H. Ross(ed. Wrapped in Pride. Ghanaian Kente and African American Identity. UCLA. 1998. 73906* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Se
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Goldweight Figural Akan Asante Brass Ghana African SALE Was $49
Title, Goldweight Figural Akan Asante Brass Cast Ghana African, Type of Object, Figural Goldweight Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante, Materials, Brass- Bronze, Approximate Age, Unknown, Dimensions, 2 inches high, Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, with some surface oxidation. Chips, broken arm on one figure, Additional Information: Goldweights have been called"masterpieces in miniature" reflecting artistry in service to commerce. The weights are not gold but were used in the trade of gold. Until the end of the nineteenth century. Gold(sika) was the currency of the Asante, Fante, Baule and other Akan peoples of Ghana. Used in trade with European merchants along the Ivory coast or Islamic traders from the north, gold dust was measured on small scales called ânsaniaâ using small copper, bronze or brass sculpted ... moreweights known as âabrammoâ. Most people engaging in trade owned a set of weights ranging in appearance from small geometrically patterned weights to complex figurative and representational weights. Cast in the âlost-waxâ technique these small sculptures served to facilitate trade while depicting Akan values characterized through proverbs or popular sayings. Weights would carry traditional proverbial lore or simply show people in everyday activity or comment upon social and political relationships. Or to reflect upon religious acts and spiritual ideals. Humans, birds, wild animals, fish, amphibians as well as objects of everyday life were subject for representation in weights. Representational imagery derived from contact with Europeans includes ships, rifles and cannon are also found in weights. Goldweights are some of the best known examples of Akan arts reflecting their artistry in small scale but carrying great meaning. The Lost Wax Method is an exceptionally labor intensive process where a wax mold is formed by hand over an open fire until mold is exactly as intended. The wax is then dipped into very fine powdered black mud several times; bei
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Kente Handwoven Cloth Pink Asante Ghana African SALE WAS $150
Title, Kente Handwoven Cloth Pink Asante Ghana African, Type of Object, Handwoven Cloth, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante, Materials, Handwoven Cloth. Silk, cotton, or combination, Approximate Age, Mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 78 inches x 27 Inches Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, general wear, Kente Handwoven Cloth Asante Ghana African Additional Information: Kente cloth is the royal cloth of the Asante. ... moreOf Ghana. In many cases, the thread was obtained by carefully un-picking silk garments, and reweaving them. The looms have two or three heddles. Legend says that the Kente cloth weavers learned their skill from watching a spider, Anansi, who is a significant figure in African folklore. This textile exhibits different types of weft patterns. Each pattern has it own name and a proverb associated to it. The patterns on this textile have the traditional bright colors including orange, green, red, blue, and black. Recommended Reading: See Clarke's"ART OF AFRICAN TEXTILES" The best source for pictures and information on Kente textiles is Adler and Barbard's"AFRICAN MAJESTY. the"TEXTILE ART OF THE ASHANTI AND EWE. 71548* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works
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4 Kente Scarves Stoles Asante Cloth Ghana African SALE WAS $79
Title, 4 Kente Scarves Stoles Asante Kente Cloth Ghana African, Type of Object, Scarf or Stole made from Kente Textile, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante, Materials, Cotton, Approximate Age, Contemporary, Dimensions, 66"68" H. x 4.75" 5.25" W. Overall Condition, excellent Damage/Repair, None, Additional Information: A se of 4 scarves or stoles made out of the famous Kente cotton textile with various motifs and colors. Kente cloth is the royal cloth of the Ashante. Of Ghana. In many cases, the thread was obtained by carefully un-picking silk garments, and re-weaving them. The looms have two or three heddles. Legend says that the Kente cloth weavers learned their skill from watching a spider, Anansi, who is a significant figure in African folklore. Recommended Reading: Doran H. Ross(ed. Wrapped in Pride. Ghanaian ... moreKente and African American Identity. UCLA Fowler Museum of Cultural History. Los Angeles, 1998. Duncan Clarke. The Art of African Textiles, Thunder Bay Press, 1997. Peter Adler and Nicholas Barbard. African Majesty. The Textile Art of The Ashanti and Ewe, Thames and Hudson. London, 1992. 84034* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an item within seven days in the same
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10 Abstract Goldweights Abramoo Asante Ghana African SALE WAS $76
Title, 10 Abstract Goldweights Abramoo Asante Ghana African Type of Object, Bronze/ brass cast weight, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante. Ashanti(e) Materials, Brass/ Bronze/ Copper Alloy, Approximate Age, 20th Century, Dimensions, 25-1.75 in. see penny for comparison, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, chip on porcupine tail. Some oxidation, Additional Information: A set of 10 abstract goldweights. ... moreGoldweights have been called"masterpieces in miniature" reflecting artistry in service to commerce. The weights are not gold but were used in the trade of gold. Until the end of the nineteenth century. Gold(sika) was the currency of the Asante, Fante, Baule and other Akan peoples of Ghana. Used in trade with European merchants along the Ivory coast or Islamic traders from the north, gold dust was measured on small scales called ânsaniaâ using small copper, bronze or brass sculpted weights known as âabrammoâ. Most people engaging in trade owned a set of weights ranging in appearance from small geometrically patterned weights to complex figurative and representational weights. Cast in the âlost-waxâ technique these small sculptures served to facilitate trade while depicting Akan values characterized through proverbs or popular sayings. Weights would carry traditional proverbial lore or simply show people in everyday activity or comment upon social and political relationships. Or to reflect upon religious acts and spiritual ideals. Humans, birds, wild animals, fish, amphibians as well as objects of everyday life were apt subject fo
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4 Kente Strips Stoles Asante Ghana African SALE WAS $95
Title, 4 Kente Strips/ Stoles Bright Colors Asante Ghana African, Type of Object, Scarf or Stole made from Kente Textile, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante, Materials, Cotton, Approximate Age, Contemporary, Dimensions, 66"69" H. x 4.5" W. Overall Condition, excellent Damage/Repair, None, Additional Information: A se of 4 scarves or stoles made out of the famous Kente cotton textile in bright colors. Kente cloth is the royal cloth of the Ashante. Of Ghana. In many cases, the thread was obtained by carefully un-picking silk garments, and re-weaving them. The looms have two or three heddles. Legend says that the Kente cloth weavers learned their skill from watching a spider, Anansi, who is a significant figure in African folklore. Recommended Reading: Doran H. Ross(ed. Wrapped in Pride. Ghanaian Kente and African American ... moreIdentity. UCLA Fowler Museum of Cultural History. Los Angeles, 1998. Duncan Clarke. The Art of African Textiles, Thunder Bay Press, 1997. Peter Adler and Nicholas Barbard. African Majesty. The Textile Art of The Ashanti and Ewe, Thames and Hudson. London, 1992. 84036* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an item within seven days in the same condition you received i
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Kente Handwoven Cloth Green Asante Ghana African SALE WAS $195
Title, Kente Handwoven Cloth Green Asante Ghana African, Type of Object, Handwoven Cloth, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante, Materials, Cotton. Silk, or combination, Approximate Age, Mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 78.5 inches x 50.5 Inches Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, Some torn seams. Stains, worn, Slightly frayed, We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have ... morebeen laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: Strips are handsewn together. Estimated age more than 40 years. Kente cloth is the royal cloth of the Asante. Of Ghana. In many cases, the thread was obtained by carefully un-picking silk garments, and reweaving them. The looms have two or three heddles. Legend says that the Kente cloth weavers learned their skill from watching a spider, Anansi, who is a significant figure in African folklore. This textile exhibits different types of weft patterns. Each pattern has it own name and a proverb associated to it. The patterns on this textile have the traditional bright colors including orange, green, red, blue, and black. Recommended Reading: See Clarke's"ART OF AFRICAN TEXTILES" The best source for pictures and information on Kente textiles is Adler and Barbard's"AFRICAN MAJESTY. the"TEXTILE ART OF THE ASHANTI AND EWE. 70064
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Brass Goldweight FISH Akan Asante Ghana African SALE WAS $36
Title, Brass Goldweight Warthog Akan Asante Ghana African, Type of Object, Goldweight. Metalwork, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante, Materials, Brass- Bronze, Approximate Age, Unknown, Dimensions, 3 inches x 1.5 inch, Overall Condition, good. Damage/Repair, general wear, Additional Information: Goldweights have been called"masterpieces in miniature" reflecting artistry in service to commerce. The weights are not gold but were used in the trade of gold. Until the end of the nineteenth century. Gold(sika) was the currency of the Asante, Fante, Baule and other Akan peoples of Ghana. Used in trade with European merchants along the Ivory coast or Islamic traders from the north, gold dust was measured on small scales called ânsaniaâ using small copper, bronze or brass sculpted weights known as âabrammoâ. ... moreMost people engaging in trade owned a set of weights ranging in appearance from small geometrically patterned weights to complex figurative and representational weights. Cast in the âlost-waxâ technique these small sculptures served to facilitate trade while depicting Akan values characterized through proverbs or popular sayings. Weights would carry traditional proverbial lore or simply show people in everyday activity or comment upon social and political relationships. Or to reflect upon religious acts and spiritual ideals. Humans, animals, fish, amphibians as well as objects of everyday life were apt subject for representation in weights. Each piece is individually made. No two are exactly the same because the mold is broken in the process of making the piece. Recommended Reading: For more information. See Plass's AFRICAN MINIATURES-GOLDWEIGHTS OF THE ASHANTI. 83607* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 45,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wanderin
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Asante Cotton Textile Green Yellow Ghana African SALE WAS $49
Title, Asante Cotton Textile Stripwoven Green Yellow African, Type of Object, Cotton cloth, Country of Origin, Ghana or Ivory Coast, People, Asante or Baule, Materials, Cotton, Approximate Age, 20th century, Dimensions, 74 inches x 48 inches, Overall Condition, Good Most ofour pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, Worn. Worn, stains, Additional Information: A cotton cloth with an arrangement of green. Yellow, white, black, and red bands or lines. The Asante and other Akan people as ... morewell as many other groups in West Africa have produced such cloth lke this to make outfit or to be wore as wrapper by both men and women. The strips on this textile are put together using a machine. This textile is still in very good condition and can be worn asa scarf or used hanging on a wall or as a table cloth. 82013* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 45,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $100,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an
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Goldweight Cast Bird Asante Ashanti Ghana African SALE WAS $49
Title, Goldweight Cast Bird Asante Ashanti Ghana African, Type of Object, Goldweight, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante/Ashanti, Materials, Brass, Approximate Age, 20th century, Dimensions, 2" x 2.25" Overall Condition, good. Damage/Repair, some oxidation. Additional information: Goldweights have been called"masterpieces in miniature" reflecting artistry in service to commerce. The weights are not gold but were used in the trade of gold. Until the end of the nineteenth century. Gold(sika) was the currency of the Asante, Fante, Baule and other Akan peoples of Ghana. Used in trade with European merchants along the Ivory coast or Islamic traders from the north, gold dust was measured on small scales called ânsaniaâ using small copper, bronze or brass sculpted weights known as âabrammoâ. ... moreMost people engaging in trade owned a set of weights ranging in appearance from small geometrically patterned weights to complex figurative and representational weights. Cast in the âlost-waxâ technique these small sculptures served to facilitate trade while depicting Akan values characterized through proverbs or popular sayings. Weights would carry traditional proverbial lore or simply show people in everyday activity or comment upon social and political relationships, or to reflect upon religious acts and spiritual ideals. Humans, animals, fish, amphibians as well as objects of everyday life were apt subject for representation in weights. Representational imagery derived from contact with Europeans includes ships, rifles and cannon are also found in weights. The Lost Wax Method is an exceptionally labor intensive process where a wax mold is formed by hand over an open fire until mold is exactly as intended. The wax is then dipped into very fine powdered black mud several times; being allowed to harden between applications; and forming a clay casting around the mold. The clay is then heated until wax melts and is poured out of its casting. Finally. Molten brass is
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Kente Handwoven Cloth Obi Nkye Obi Asante Ghana African SALE WAS $225.00
Title, Kente Handwoven Cloth Obi Nkye Obi Asante Ghana African, Type of Object, Handwoven cloth, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante, Materials, cloth. Possibly silk, Approximate Age, Mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 58 inches x 69 inches, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, general wear. Stains, We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even ... moredry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Kente Handwoven Cloth Obi Nkye Obi Kwa Mu Si African Additional Information: A ceremonial classic Kente cloth wore by Asante women. Strips are hand sewn together. Estimated age more than 40 years. Kente cloth is the royal cloth of the Ashante. Of Ghana. In many cases, the thread was obtained by carefully un-picking silk garments, and reweaving them. The looms have two or three heddles. Legend says that the Kente cloth weavers learned their skill from watching a spider, Anansi, who is a significant figure in African folklore. The pattern on this textile is known as Obi Nkye Obi Kwa Mu si which is translated into" sooner or later one could stray into another person's path" which means"nobody is perfect and everybody makes mistakes. If some one happens to get in your way or does something to offend you. It is important to be understanding and to forgive that person" The blue is the colo
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Kente Handwoven Cloth Asante Green Ghana African SALE WAS $145.00
Title, Kente Handwoven Cloth Asante Green Ghana African, Type of Object, Handwoven Cloth, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante, Materials, Handwoven Cloth. Silk, cotton or combination, Approximate Age, Mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 83 inches x 44 inches Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, holes. Holes with repairs, rips or some torn seams, stains, slightly frayed, uneven edges, We do not recommend laundering textiles. ... moreAnd do not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: Strips are handsewn together. Estimated age more than 40 years. Kente cloth is the royal cloth of the Asante. Of Ghana. In many cases, the thread was obtained by carefully un-picking silk garments, and reweaving them. The looms have two or three heddles. Legend says that the Kente cloth weavers learned their skill from watching a spider, Anansi, who is a significant figure in African folklore. This textile exhibits different types of weft patterns. Each pattern has it own name and a proverb associated to it. The patterns on this textile have the traditional bright colors including orange. Green, red, blue, and black. Recommended Reading: See Clarke's"ART OF AFRICAN TEXTILES" The best source for pictures and information on Kente textiles is Adler and Barbard's"AFRICAN MAJE
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Adinkra Stamped Cloth-Asante Ghana Large African Superb SALE WAS $234.00
Title, Adinkra Stamped Cloth-Asante Ghana Large African, Type of Object, Cloth. Textile, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante(Ashanti) Materials, cotton, Approximate Age, mid 20th century, Dimensions, 128 inches by 83 inches Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, loose cotton threads and loose stitching on seams. Holes, stains, worn textile, We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered ... morein any manner.  Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles.  For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing Â(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting)  in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears.  Additional Information: A wonderful Asante stamped cotton fabric identified asa Adinkra cloth. Adinkra cloth is made out of cotton and decorated with stamps carved from gourds or calabashes. Both the background color and the symbols reflect values of Akan society. See an excellent explanation and examples in"AFRICAN TEXTILES AND DECORATIVE ARTS. by Roy Sieber. The stamps are carved from a calabash/gourd so that the design stands out in relief. Cloth stampers will dip the stamp into a small clay bowl with the dye and stamp the cloth which is laid out on the ground pegged at corners to keep it straight and flat. The dye is made from a water soluble dye that is made locally from bark that comes down from the north. Men stamp and weave the cloth and sew it together while women control the making and selling of the dye, sell the cloth to the stamp
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2 Goldweights Geometric Abstract Asante Ghana African SALE WAS $75.00
Title, Set of 2 Geometric and Abstract Goldweights Asante Ghana African Abramoo, Type of Object, Bronze cast weight, Country of Origin, Ghana or Ivory Coast, People, Akan People, Materials, Brass/Copper Alloy, Approximate Age, 20th Century, Dimensions, 1.75" square see penny for comparison, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, some oxidation on the surface, Additional Information: A Asante set of 2 geometric and ... moreabstract goldweights. Goldweights have been called"masterpieces in miniature" reflecting artistry in service to commerce. The weights are not gold but were used in the trade of gold. Until the end of the nineteenth century. Gold(sika) was the currency of the Asante, Fante, Baule and other Akan peoples of Ghana. Used in trade with European merchants along the Ivory coast or Islamic traders from the north, gold dust was measured on small scales called ânsaniaâ using small copper, bronze or brass sculpted weights known as âabrammoâ. Most people engaging in trade owned a set of weights ranging in appearance from small geometrically patterned weights to complex figurative and representational weights. Cast in the âlost-waxâ technique these small sculptures served to facilitate trade while depicting Akan values characterized through proverbs or popular sayings. Weights would carry traditional proverbial lore or simply show people in everyday activity or comment upon social and political relationships. Or to reflect upon religious acts and spiritual ideals. Humans, birds, wild animals, fish, amphibians as well as objects of everyday
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Asante Kente Handwoven Cloth Large Ghana African SALE WAS $210.00
Title, Asante Kente Handwoven Cloth Large Obi Nkye Obi Kwa Mu Si African, Type of Object, Handwoven cloth, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante, Materials, Hand woven cloth. Possibly combination cotton and silk, Approximate Age, Mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 126 inches by 72 inches, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, worn. Some torn seams, tears, Slightly frayed, uneven edges, patches/holes with repairs, We do not ... morerecommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: A ceremonial Kente cloth worn by Asante women. Strips are hand sewn together. Estimated age more than 40 years. Kente cloth is the royal cloth of the Ashante. Of Ghana. In many cases, the thread was obtained by carefully un-picking silk garments, and reweaving them. The looms have two or three heddles. Legend says that the Kente cloth weavers learned their skill from watching a spider, Anansi, who is a significant figure in African folklore. The pattern on this textile is known as Obi Nkye Obi Kwa Mu si which is translated into" sooner or later one could stray into another person's path" which means"nobody is perfect and everybody makes mistakes. If some one happens to get in your way or does something to offend you. It is important to be understanding a
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Kente Men Cloth Textile Purple Asante Ghana African SALE WAS $495.00
Title, Kente Men Cloth Textile Purple Asante Africa, Type of Object, Textile, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante or Ashante(Ashanti) Materials, Rayon. Cotton, rayon, silk-some combination, Approximate Age, Mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 112 inches W. X 83 inches H. Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, Loose seam stitching. Tears at seams, bleeding colors, stains, We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept ... morereturns of textiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: A wonderful men's Kente Textile with a purple background and decorated with complex patterns typical of Kente cloth. Kente cloth is the royal cloth of the Ashante(Asante) of Ghana. They are worn by both men and woman. Men' cloth are larger than those worn by women. Legend says that the Kente cloth weavers learned their skill from watching a spider. Anansi, who is a significant figure in African folklore. In many cases, the thread was obtained by carefully un-picking silk garments, and reweaving them. The looms have two or three heddles. See Clarke's ART OF AFRICAN TEXTILES) Kente cloths are prestigious textiles worn during important ceremonies. They are prized for their colors and weft designs. They are identified by their patterns and the combination of patterns. The names given to the designs derive f
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Kente Handwoven Cloth Superb Large Asante Ghana African SALE WAS $450.00
Title, Kente Handwoven Cloth Superb Large Asante Ghana African, Type of Object, Handwoven cloth, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante, Materials, Cotton cloth. Silk, possibly combination cotton and silk, Approximate Age, Mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 112 inches by 83 inches, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, worn. Holes, stains, We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have ... morebeen laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: A super and large Kente cloth worn by Asante men. Strips are hand sewn together. Estimated age more than 40 years. Kente cloth is the royal cloth of the Asante. Of Ghana. In many cases, the thread was obtained by carefully un-picking silk garments, and reweaving them. The looms have two or three heddles. Legend says that the Kente cloth weavers learned their skill from watching a spider, Anansi, who is a significant figure in African folklore. Recommended Reading: Doran H. Ross(ed. Wrapped in Pride. Ghanaian Kente and African American Identity. UCLA Fowler Museum of Cultural History. Los Angeles, 1998. Duncan Clarke. The Art of African Textiles, Thunder Bay Press, 1997. Peter Adler and Nicholas Barbard. African Majesty. Y, The Textile Art of The Ashanti and Ewe, Thames and Hudson. London, 1992. 73594* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Afr
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3 Goldweights Geometric Abstract Asante Ghana African SALE WAS $27.00
Title, 3 Goldweights Geometric Abstract Asante Ghana African, Type of Object, Brass cast weight, Country of Origin, Ghana or Ivory Coast, People, Akan People, Materials, Brass/Copper Alloy, Approximate Age, 20th Century, Dimensions, 5-7 mm dia each, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, some oxidation on the surface, Additional Information: An Asante set of 3 geometric and abstract goldweights. Goldweights have been ... morecalled"masterpieces in miniature" reflecting artistry in service to commerce. The weights are not gold but were used in the trade of gold. Until the end of the nineteenth century. Gold(sika) was the currency of the Asante, Fante, Baule and other Akan peoples of Ghana. Used in trade with European merchants along the Ivory coast or Islamic traders from the north, gold dust was measured on small scales called ânsaniaâ using small copper, bronze or brass sculpted weights known as âabrammoâ. Most people engaging in trade owned a set of weights ranging in appearance from small geometrically patterned weights to complex figurative and representational weights. Cast in the âlost-waxâ technique these small sculptures served to facilitate trade while depicting Akan values characterized through proverbs or popular sayings. Weights would carry traditional proverbial lore or simply show people in everyday activity or comment upon social and political relationships. Or to reflect upon religious acts and spiritual ideals. Humans, birds, wild animals, fish, amphibians as well as objects of everyday life were apt subject for representation in w
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Kente Textile Huge Cloth Green Asante Ghana African SALE WAS $490.00
Title, Kente Textile Men Cloth Green Old Asante Ghana African Type of Object, Textile, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante or Ashante(Ashanti) Materials, Rayon. Cotton, rayon, silk-some combination, Approximate Age, Mid/Second half 20th Century, Dimensions, 130 inches x 74 inches Overall Condition, Poor. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, Stains. Holes, fading color, We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles ... morewhich have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: A wonderful and well used men's Kente Textile with a green background and decorated with complex patterns typical of Kente cloth. Kente cloth is the royal cloth of the Ashante(Asante) of Ghana. Such textiles are worn by both men and woman. Men' cloth like this are larger than those worn by women. Legend says that the Kente cloth weavers learned their skill from watching a spider. Anansi, who is a significant figure in African folklore. In many cases, the thread was obtained by carefully un-picking silk garments, and reweaving them. The looms have two or three heddles. See Clarke's ART OF AFRICAN TEXTILES) Kente cloths are prestigious textiles worn during important ceremonies. They are prized for their colors and weft designs. They are identified by their patterns and the combination of patterns. The names given to the des
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Asante Adinkra Stamped Cloth Large Ghana African Textile SALE WAS $350.00
Title, Asante Adinkra Stamped Cloth Ghana Large African Textile, Type of Object, Cloth. Textile, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante(Ashanti) Materials, cotton, Approximate Age, mid 20th century, Dimensions, 127 inches x 85 inches Overall Condition, good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, wear. Water stains, bleeding colors, We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is ... moretoo much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: A Asante stamped cotton cloth identified as a Adinkra cloth. Adinkra cloth is made out of cotton and decorated with stamps carved from gourds or calabashes. Both the background color and the symbols reflect values of Akan society. See an excellent explanation and examples in"AFRICAN TEXTILES AND DECORATIVE ARTS. by Roy Sieber. The stamps are carved from a calabash/gourd so that the design stands out in relief. Cloth stampers will dip the stamp into a small clay bowl with the dye and stamp the cloth which is laid out on the ground pegged at corners to keep it straight and flat. The dye is made from a water soluble dye that is made locally from bark that comes down from the north. Men stamp and weave the cloth and sew it together while women control the making and selling of the dye, sell the cloth to the stampers, then sell the cloth in the market or to family groups. Each stamp is identified
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Asante Ceremonial Sword Afena Ghana African SALE WAS $210.00
Title, Asante Ceremonial Sword Afena Ghana African, Type of Object, Sword. Knife, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Akan Asante, Materials, wood. Iron, Approximate Age, Mid 20th century, Dimensions, 27 inches L. x 4.5 inches W. Overall Condition, Good. Most ofour pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, some oxidation on blade. Cracks and wear in handle, dent in handle, Additional Information: Ceremonial Sword Afena/ Ako Afena Akan from the Asante people of Ghana. The blade is made out ... moreof the iron and has lozenge opening designs. The pommel(handle) is made of wood and has geometric incised motifs on it. In some cases such pommels are made of aluminum or covered with gold leaf. Among the Akan swords of different shapes and complexity serve ceremonial. Ritual and political purposes. European visitors commented upon swords as early as the mid-1600's. They are primarily ceremonial and parade swords for they have neither point nor cutting edge. Swords(afena or afenatene) are prominently displayed at royal courts as regalia of the king reflecting his power and authority. Sword bearers precede the king or rest at his feet when he sits in state. During occasions when the king is carried in his litter they rest their sword hilts against the litter. Swords are used to swear oaths to the king and state, and to identify messengers as they carry the king's word while on the king's business. Some swords(akrafena) were to keep the king's soul pure and used for him to swear oaths. Other gilded wooden-handled swords are of this type and if used to swear oaths were known as"nsuafena. When used as badges of office for messengers or envoys they were called&qu
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3 Goldweights Asante Geometric Abstract Ghana African SALE WAS $36.00
Title, Asante Set of 3 Geometric and Abstract Goldweights Africa Abramoo, Type of Object, Brass cast weight, Country of Origin, Ghana People, Akan/ Asante People, Materials, Brass/Copper Alloy, Approximate Age, 20th Century, Dimensions, 5" 75" see penny for comparison, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, some oxidation. Rusting surface, Additional Information: A Asante set of 3 geometric and abstract ... moregoldweights. Goldweights have been called"masterpieces in miniature" reflecting artistry in service to commerce. The weights are not gold but were used in the trade of gold. Until the end of the nineteenth century. Gold(sika) was the currency of the Asante, Fante, Baule and other Akan peoples of Ghana. Used in trade with European merchants along the Ivory coast or Islamic traders from the north, gold dust was measured on small scales called ânsaniaâ using small copper, bronze or brass sculpted weights known as âabrammoâ. Most people engaging in trade owned a set of weights ranging in appearance from small geometrically patterned weights to complex figurative and representational weights. Cast in the âlost-waxâ technique these small sculptures served to facilitate trade while depicting Akan values characterized through proverbs or popular sayings. Weights would carry traditional proverbial lore or simply show people in everyday activity or comment upon social and political relationships. Or to reflect upon religious acts and spiritual ideals. Humans, birds, wild animals, fish, amphibians as well as objects of everyday life wer
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Kente Cloth Handwoven Textile Asante Ghana African SALE WAS $190.00
Title, Kente Handwoven Cloth Asante Ghana African, Type of Object, Handwoven cloth, Country of Origin, Ghana, People, Asante, Materials, Hand woven cloth. Possibly silk, Approximate Age, Mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 52 inches by 74 inches, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, Some torn seams. Slightly frayed, cut edges, Kente Handwoven Cloth Obi Nkye Obi Kwa Mu Si African We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do ... morenot accept returns of textiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: A ceremonial classic Kente cloth wore by Asante women. Strips are hand sewn together. Estimated age more than 40 years. Kente cloth is the royal cloth of the Ashante. Of Ghana. In many cases, the thread was obtained by carefully un-picking silk garments, and reweaving them. The looms have two or three heddles. Legend says that the Kente cloth weavers learned their skill from watching a spider, Anansi, who is a significant figure in African folklore. The pattern on this textile is known as Obi Nkye Obi Kwa Mu si which is translated into" sooner or later one could stray into another person's path" which means"nobody is perfect and everybody makes mistakes. If some one happens to get in your way or does something to offend you. It is important to be understanding and to forgive that person"
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