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Thursday Morning at STAIR - September 7, 2023

Thu, Sep 7, 2023 10:00AM EDT
Lot 167

Ashanti Carved Hardwood Stool, Ghana

Estimate: $150 - $300
Sold for

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$200 $50
$500 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000

Bearing a transportation label dated 1987. 

13 1/4 x 22 1/4 x 9 3/4 in.

Note: The stool (Asesedwa) is a significant object in the Ashanti culture. The Golden Stool (Sika 'Dwa) represents the soul of the nation and personifies the power of the ruler, although he must never sit on it, and it must never touch the ground. 

Condition

In generally good condition. Scattered cracks, scuffs and nicks. Repairs to the larger cracks in the form of metal patches. Structurally sound. 

Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.

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