comb - France
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Description from the seller
Grand Ashanti Prestige Comb (Akan Art, Ghana) – 52 cm
Description :
Traditional prestige comb, a single-piece African sculpture imposing in presence and of great finesse. Originating from West Africa (Ashanti/Akan style), this type of object is not only utilitarian but historically served as a rank insignia or symbolic wedding gift.
Detailed features :
• Origin: West Africa (Ghana / Ivory Coast).
• Material: Solid one-piece wood (carved from a single block) with a beautiful dark satin patina.
• Dimensions: Exceptional height of 52 cm, making it a very visual wall decoration or display piece.
• Iconography: * The upper part presents a complex scene: a human figure lying down supporting a ceremonial boat.
• At the center of the boat, a finely carved head is framed by two curving symbolic elements.
• The handle is adorned with engraved geometric motifs and an interlace symbolizing unity and strength (typical Akan art motifs).
• Number of teeth: 10 sharp and sturdy teeth.
State of conservation :
The object is in good overall presentable condition. Noted is an old (discreet) consolidation at the neck of the central figure, testifying to its authenticity and history. The teeth are intact.
Ideal for :
First-rate art collector, lover of ethnic objects or distinctive interior decoration.
Weight approximately 1 kg
Dimensions: 52x20 cm
Shipping by Colissimo
Grand Ashanti Prestige Comb (Akan Art, Ghana) – 52 cm
Description :
Traditional prestige comb, a single-piece African sculpture imposing in presence and of great finesse. Originating from West Africa (Ashanti/Akan style), this type of object is not only utilitarian but historically served as a rank insignia or symbolic wedding gift.
Detailed features :
• Origin: West Africa (Ghana / Ivory Coast).
• Material: Solid one-piece wood (carved from a single block) with a beautiful dark satin patina.
• Dimensions: Exceptional height of 52 cm, making it a very visual wall decoration or display piece.
• Iconography: * The upper part presents a complex scene: a human figure lying down supporting a ceremonial boat.
• At the center of the boat, a finely carved head is framed by two curving symbolic elements.
• The handle is adorned with engraved geometric motifs and an interlace symbolizing unity and strength (typical Akan art motifs).
• Number of teeth: 10 sharp and sturdy teeth.
State of conservation :
The object is in good overall presentable condition. Noted is an old (discreet) consolidation at the neck of the central figure, testifying to its authenticity and history. The teeth are intact.
Ideal for :
First-rate art collector, lover of ethnic objects or distinctive interior decoration.
Weight approximately 1 kg
Dimensions: 52x20 cm
Shipping by Colissimo
Details
Country of Origin
France
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
comb
Height
52 cm
Width
20 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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