Ethnographic Art and Artifact Online Auction

March 31, 2016

LOT 29

Lot 29

Ashanti Carved Wood Akuaba (Fertility) Doll, West Africa, 20th century

Ashanti Carved Wood Akuaba (Fertility) Doll, West Africa, 20th century
Lot 29 Details
Ashanti Carved Wood Akuaba (Fertility) Doll, West Africa, 20th century

height 15" — 38.1 cm.

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $168
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Ashanti Carved Wood Akuaba (Fertility) Doll, West Africa, 20th century
  • Ashanti Carved Wood Akuaba (Fertility) Doll, West Africa, 20th century
Provenance:

Private Collection, Toronto

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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