Used among the Ashanti and Fantis of Ghana, the Akuaba (plural Akua'mma) doll statuettes are amulets used by Ashanti women to promote fertility. They are easily identifiable because of their stylized appearance. Their flat, circular head has a high forehead occupying the upper part of the head, and the lines are usually drawn in the lower third of the head. A mark of beauty, the ringed neck also symbolizes prosperity. Carried on the backs of women, these statues are also accompanied by various rites, such as the ingestion of a potion, or the arrangement of the object on the family altar. After the birth of the child, the sculpture is used as a toy, and sometimes still offered to the healer to witness its effectiveness. Lustrous brown-black patina. Watch the video 150.00 € Possibility of payment in2x (2x 75.0 €) This item is sold with its certificate of authenticity Estimated shipping cost By purchasing this artwork you will get 5% = (7.5 loyalty points = 7.5 euros) which you can use towards your next purchase Originex-collection françaiseEthnyAshantiCountryghanaMaterial(s)wood, perlesHeight37Width17Weight0.25 KgEstimated datingmid-xx° You could also be interested by these items
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