Fante figure, Ghana
wood, pigment
14.5" tall
early 20th century
The figure and the stool are carved in separate pieces.

$1500

This exceptional seated figure most likely represents a Queen Mother. The figure was most likely used as a
shrine figure and is carved with a high degree of detail with an unusually realistic and beautiful face.
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