Maternity Figure - Asante - Ghana (No reserve price)

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Julien Gauthier
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Description from the seller

Beautiful seated maternity figure from the Fante tribe of Ghana. Such figures are found in shrines or as part of popular drum ensembles among the Fante / Asante, known as Ntan or Ompe. These sculpted figures are prominent parts of the drum stand, where large drums leaning on their sides are supported on elevated platforms with sculptures attached to them, such as these female figures.
Good condition with traces of wear and tear.

Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided.

Seller's Story

Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins. Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins. For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.

Beautiful seated maternity figure from the Fante tribe of Ghana. Such figures are found in shrines or as part of popular drum ensembles among the Fante / Asante, known as Ntan or Ompe. These sculpted figures are prominent parts of the drum stand, where large drums leaning on their sides are supported on elevated platforms with sculptures attached to them, such as these female figures.
Good condition with traces of wear and tear.

Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided.

Seller's Story

Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins. Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins. For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Asante
Country of Origin
Ghana
Period
2000-2010
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Maternity Figure
Height
42 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
10 cm
Weight
650 g
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Objects sold
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