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Handcrafted Authentic Ashanti Ottoman Stool from Ghana, "Queen's Authority"
Ghana's Awudu Saaed transforms native sese wood into an authentic Ashanti throne stool. A sign of authority in West Africa, this beautiful throne ottoman is embellished with hand-embossed aluminum. Adinkra symbols cover the legs; these symbols convey popular wisdom. Akofena depicts a war sword and represents heroism and courage, while akoko nan (leg of a hen) is a symbol of nurturing and discipline. Boa me na me mmoa wo is a symbol of cooperation, meaning "help me and let me help you."
- 4.28 kgs
- 9.4 lbs
- 34 cm H x 51 cm W x 24 cm D
- 13.5" H x 20" W x 9.5" D
- Sese wood, aluminum
- Features a rustic, rugged finish
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Made in Ghana.
- Certified and shipped by our office in West Africa
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Janice
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01/14/2020
"A statement piece!"
Very beautifully crafted. Adds so much character to my home.
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Peggy
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11/04/2018
"Beautiful Craftsmanship!"
The ottoman is even more beautiful than in the picture. It is very well crafted and a very stunning piece. Thank you!
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Williamg
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11/30/2022
"Lovely giraffe sculpture, great beadwork, good value. Lovely"
Impressive giraffe sculpture, great beadwork, great value! Very cool.
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BRETT
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08/16/2022
"Very happy with this mask"
Beautiful power mask
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Arthur
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03/07/2022
"Perfect for placement on window shelf where the sun highlights its features."
This is a beautifully carved and painted fish. Very nice detail and stands on its own on a shelf where the sun shines that brings out its nicely detail features.
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Beautiful Collectiom
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01/21/2022
"Bless My Home"
This is a beautiful cross to put at the entrance to my home to Bless my home.
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