Ashanti Hand-Carved Wooden Tribal Stool from Ghana - 18.5" L X 7.5" D X 12.5" H

Traditional Ashanti stool from Ghana that was carved from a single piece of wood. These are architectural in nature with a crescent-shaped seat, a flat base and intricately carved support structures that have symbolic meanings. The design of this stool is known as the ‘Ahema Dwa,’ symbolizing it was crafted for a Queen Mother with a barrel shaped carving serving as the central support.

This example has amazing patina, is structurally sound and would look great displayed on a credenza or console table in a residential or commercial setting from Coastal Modern, Organic Inspired... to Japandi or Wabi Sabi. 

Place of Origin: Ghana 

Date of Manufacture: mid/late-20^th Century

Condition: Very Good

Wear: Consistent with age and use. Minor loss to carving on the central post on the backside. Please refer to pictures. 

Dimensions:

Top: 18.5 in L X 7.5 in. D

Total: 11.5 in. H (Front), 12.5 in. H (Back)  

Reference:

Spurlock Museum of World Cultures at the University of Illinois

Glasgow Museum

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