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Ashanti Akua'ba figure
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Female Akua’ba figure from the Ashanti / Asante tradition of Ghana, carved in wood and immediately recognizable by its characteristic large disc-shaped head, long ringed neck and highly stylized body.
The face is treated with great restraint, with almond-shaped eyes, a straight nose and a small mouth. The slightly asymmetrical head is decorated with incised motifs around its edge, while small strands of colorful beads adorn the ears. The reverse is enhanced with deeply carved geometric designs arranged in a symmetrical composition, giving the sculpture a strong graphic presence.
The body follows the highly abstract form typical of Akua’ba figures, with horizontal arms, an elongated torso and a simplified silhouette. A warm, polished brown patina emphasizes the contours and natural beauty of the wood.
Among the Ashanti of Ghana, Akua’ba figures are traditionally associated with fertility, motherhood and the desire for children. They were carried and cared for by women hoping to conceive and could also embody ideals of feminine beauty and the continuity of the lineage. Their distinctive form has become one of the most iconic expressions of Akan art.
This example is particularly appealing for its elegant proportions, finely incised decoration and colorful bead ornaments, which add a distinctive decorative character to the sculpture.
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Female Akua’ba figure from the Ashanti / Asante tradition of Ghana, carved in wood and immediately recognizable by its characteristic large disc-shaped head, long ringed neck and highly stylized body.
The face is treated with great restraint, with almond-shaped eyes, a straight nose and a small mouth. The slightly asymmetrical head is decorated with incised motifs around its edge, while small strands of colorful beads adorn the ears. The reverse is enhanced with deeply carved geometric designs arranged in a symmetrical composition, giving the sculpture a strong graphic presence.
The body follows the highly abstract form typical of Akua’ba figures, with horizontal arms, an elongated torso and a simplified silhouette. A warm, polished brown patina emphasizes the contours and natural beauty of the wood.
Among the Ashanti of Ghana, Akua’ba figures are traditionally associated with fertility, motherhood and the desire for children. They were carried and cared for by women hoping to conceive and could also embody ideals of feminine beauty and the continuity of the lineage. Their distinctive form has become one of the most iconic expressions of Akan art.
This example is particularly appealing for its elegant proportions, finely incised decoration and colorful bead ornaments, which add a distinctive decorative character to the sculpture.
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