Votive Ashanti Statue - Ghana

Object description :

"Votive Ashanti Statue - Ghana"

Votive statue presenting a standing dignitary holding in one hand a rifle butt (broken) and in the other a powder pear. He carries on his head a barrel which probably contained gunpowder. On his back, on the belt is represented a gourd, a satchel and a sword. Wood, old patina of honey use, traces of white mineral dye.
Ashanti, Ghana. Dim: 38 x 7.5 cm
Slits Provenance: Private Collection, Paris. Former Félix Pelt collection, Amsterdam

Price: 620 €

Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Condition of use

Material: Painted wood
Height: 38 cm
Depth: 7.50 cm

Reference: 611095