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Ashanti Geometric Stool

Offered by: PAGODA RED

Description
Depth: 10.5" // An indicator of status and family, stools play an integral role in traditional Ashanti culture. Believed to be the resting place for a person's soul, a stool is given to a child when they first learn to crawl and used in personal milestones throughout the rest of their life. Carved from a solid block of wood, each stool has a rectangular base and a distinctive curved seat supported by a central column and four corner posts. While some ceremonial stools are carved to convey particular proverbs, this stool is simply decorated with scalloped edges, geometric patterns, and a small cross. The combination of shapes and curved lines makes this Ashanti stool a uniquely sculptural object.

More Information

Period:	1900-1919
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	Early 20th Century
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	CMK102
Incollect Reference #:	804614

Dimensions

W.	20.5 in;	H.	13.25 in;	D.	10.5 in;
W.	52.07 cm;	H.	33.66 cm;	D.	26.67 cm;

Message from Seller:

PAGODA RED is a Chicago-based gallery celebrating extraordinary objects, handmade artistry, and the rich stories they carry from around the world. For inquiries or appointments, please call 773.235.1188 or email us at info@pagodared.com.