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Fine Arms, Armour, Ethnographic & Asian
Lot 286:
Used and well cared for Ashanti Akua Ba fertility doll. This particular piece has a painted face, characteristic eyebrows, eyes, nose and mouth skillfully carved in high relief. She stands with a long banded neck wearing a red beaded necklace, arms outstretched. Size 6 1/4" W x 15 1/2" H on included custom stand
Women who had trouble becoming pregnant would have a carver create a figure for them and she would carry it on her back, offer it symbolic food and drink as well as honor it on a shrine in her home.
Family collection of an esteemed diplomat and ambassador amassed during travel and work circa 1960-1990s in the medical field providing charitable advanced medical care throughout the African continent and internationally.
Condition: Wear commensurate with age and use.
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