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Bird statuettes, Adan culture, Ghana. Height 26/30 cm

Beautiful wooden birds in the minimalist style of the Adan people of Ghana. The sculpture is dynamic and lifelike.
They are covered with pigments and kaolin powder.
It is an altar object dedicated to the spirits of the hunt.
Some flaws; see photos.
Old, authentic collectible pieces, circa 1960.

Statuettes oiseaux, culture Adan, Ghana. H.26/30cm

Beaux oiseaux en bois au style minimaliste des Adan du Ghana. La sculpture est dynamique et vivante. Ils sont recouverts de pigments et de poudre de kaolin. C'est un objet d'autel dédié aux esprits de la chasse. Quelques accidents, voir photos. Des pièces de collection anciennes et authentiques, circa 1960.

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Bird statuettes - Adam - Ghana

Mid 20th century - Wood - Fair condition

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Statuettes birds from the Adan culture in Ghana, carved wood, mid-20th century, height 30 cm, original with stand, in good condition, an altar object dedicated to the spirits of hunting.

Bird statuettes - Adam - Ghana

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Statuettes birds from the Adan culture in Ghana, carved wood, mid-20th century, height 30 cm, original with stand, in good condition, an altar object dedicated to the spirits of hunting.

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