Ghanaian Furniture

Pair of 1960s Carved Hardwood African Ghanaian Tribal Benches A unique pair of 1960s Carved Hardwood African Ghanaian Tribal Benches, each a testamen...

This is the piece that makes for a great conversation and adds depth to many interiors. Authentic zebra skin table in very good condition and ready for any room; 34" diameter - makes...

This African Men's Ewe Kente cloth has a light aubergine, eggplant, maroon purple background with highlights of orange, yellow, light green, light blue and...

A highly decorative handcrafted Ashanti stool, made in West Africa(Ghana) in the 1970s. A unique design making it a one-of-a-kind piece for your home. A beautiful wabi sabi object w...

This Ewe wrap was woven by a true artist in Ghana, West Africa around the midcentury. The color placement resembles a patchwork quilt and the weaving is superb. Dominant colors of bl...

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...

Authentic African carved wooden elephant stool. Originates from the Ashanti Tribe of Ghana. It is of traditional form with the elephant stood on ...

An early and rare weft faced Ewe cloth woven in strops of brightly coloured red, blue, yellow cream, lime green and ivory. A great example, large size. Con...

Standing Akan Ghana female figure, early 20th century, Africa. Intense expression with large eyes. Female figure with one hand on her breast, representing p...

Rare double joined standing figure with male figure on top standing on female shoulders. Deep patina and wear from traditional use. Finely carved and expressive faces. 11 1/4 inche...

Akan Ashanti cast bronze figurine. The Ashanti or Asante People from Ghana have a rich tradition of crafting bronze pieces to commemorate important figures from their culture or peop...

ANTIQUE WEST AFRICAN CHAIR Made from hand-carved hardwood with a leather seat and embellished profusely with brass sheets and studs culminating in decorative brass finials. The carv...

Akan Ashanti cast bronze figurine. The Ashanti or Asante People from Ghana have a rich tradition of crafting bronze pieces to commemorate important figures from their culture or peop...

The supports for Akan stools take many forms, they can be purely geometric or architectural with simple posts and columns, or, as in this case, figural, wit...

Antique GHANA, ASHANTI "Queen Mother" type hardwood hand carved stool. Hand-carved stool made by the Ashanti People of Ghana, West Africa. It's carved from one piece of wood and has ...

A wonderful small early 20th century Ashanti tribal stool, headrest. Carved from a single piece of wood. Well worn and genuine tribal stool or headrest.

This African men's Ewe Kenta cloth is woven in very fine cotton with highlights of red and yellow over two different shades of indigo and natural white. It...

This African men's Ewe Kente cloth was woven in fine cotton in the late 19th-early 20th century. It has some light staining in areas because it is in the c...

A good example of an African Ashanti tribal headrest. Ghana. Early to mid-twentieth century.

Ceramic mask, Baku Ghana. Signed:AT Manteto,Baku 1974. Measures: Height 32 cm. Width 17 cm. Depth 8 cm.

Seated female figure on classic Akan stool holding a sword. From the Ewe people of Ghana, West Africa. Created as three separate pieces that fit together for display, figure, stool ...

A hand carved primitive wooden Ashanti styled West African Ghana stool or ottoman . The personality of the artistic native carved animal as the base of the...

A unique mask, handmade by artisans in the Punu region of Gabon. This mask has been crafted using wood carving techniques and adorned with polychrome tempera paint, giving it a dist...

Handwoven Traditional African Bolga Farmer's Market Basket Hammered natural fiber weave, patina is present. 14.25 h to top handle x 16 diameter Unmarked Preowned original vintage co...

A fine old Baule carving, with a rich golden brown surface patina.

African Batik Cloth Natural Hand-woven Hand-Printed Cotton Fabric Ghana 10 yards. Colors are organic earth tone beige and light brown in geometric design. Non waxed fabric circa 1950s. Hand made in Ghana Africa. Museum Quality Original Long Piece. 380 inches, (30 ft 10 yards Long) x 46 inches Inches Wide( 4ft). Could be use to make pillows or upholstery. History of Batik in Africa: Batik, a traditional fabric art technique, has a rich history in Ghana, West Africa. The practice of batik involves using wax to create intricate patterns on fabric, which is then dyed to achieve the desired design. While batik has its origins in Asia, particularly in Indonesia, it has been embraced and adapted by various African countries, including Ghana. In Ghana, batik-making can be traced back to the mid-20th century when it gained popularity as a form of traditional textile art. The craft was introduced by artists and artisans who were inspired by the vibrant and expressive nature of batik. These early practitioners experimented with different designs, colors, and patterns, infusing local themes and motifs into their creations. Over time, batik became an important part of Ghanaian culture and identity. It is not only used for clothing but also for various decorative and functional items such as wall hangings, tablecloths, and accessories. The art form often reflects the rich cultural heritage of Ghana, incorporating symbols, proverbs, and traditional stories into the designs. Ghanaian batik artists often employ a combination of traditional and contemporary elements, creating a unique fusion of styles. The process of making batik involves applying hot wax to the fabric using various tools to create the desired patterns. The wax acts as a resist, preventing dye from penetrating the waxed areas. After dyeing, the wax is removed, revealing the intricate designs on the fabric. Today, batik-making in Ghana continues to thrive as both a traditional craft and a form of artistic expression. Many artisans and designers draw inspiration from Ghana's diverse cultural landscape, incorporating elements from different regions and ethnic groups into their batik creations. The art form has also gained international recognition, with Ghanaian batik products being sought after both locally and abroad. In summary, the history of batik in Ghana is a testament to the creativity and adaptability of artists who have embraced and transformed this traditional technique into a vibrant and culturally significant art form within the country. HISTORY OF BATIK In the mid-nineteenth century, the Belanda Hitam, or "Black Dutchmen," are said to have introduced batik to West Africa after serving as indentured soldiers for the Dutch in Indonesia. Returning from their conscriptions with trunks of fine Javanese batik, the opulent patterns captured the imagination of their friends and relatives. However, textile history is complex, and only a handful of recruits returned to West Africa with batik due to delayed payments. Batik, with roots traced to Egyptian mummies, is a tradition found globally, from Southeast Asia to Japan and India. Europeans, particularly the Dutch, played a significant role in industrializing batik from the seventeenth century onward. In West Africa, Dutch Scholar Ineke van Kessel suggests that batik arrived from India over trans-Saharan routes. Local populations, like the Yoruba in Nigeria, incorporated wax printing into their textiles. European traders brought wax and non-wax fabrics to West Africa in the seventeenth century, targeting a population ready for their consumption. European designers adapted prints for the African market...

The stool was loved by its owner, repaired in several places with decorated metal straps. It has an openwork, tiered lattice central post and four support posts. It has the older sty...

A well-loved traditional stool or seat from the Akan people of Ghana. The supports for Akan stools take many forms, they can be purely geometric or architectural with simple posts a...

A beautiful bronze vessel, lidded pot on three legs, made by the Asante People, Ghana. Nicely cast lid with 4 reptiles and a bird. Several faces are depicted on the side of the vesse...

Set of 3 vintage hand-carved wood African wall masks, richly decorated with intricate tribal motifs and totemic animals (scorpion, salamander, owl). Unusual hand painted in shades o...

This prestigious Kente cloth was handwoven on small hand held looms. The fabric has all been hand sewn to form a marvelous textile. These were originally m...

Carved wood Akuaba, sometimes known as an Ashanti doll or a Fanti doll. Untouched condition with a beautiful natural age-related patina. Akua'ba (sometim...

Finely carved large geometric figure from the Lobi, of Ghana and Burkina Faso, dating from the early to mid-20th century. It has a large head with projecting eyes, nose and mouth cre...

An exceptional and unusually large early 20th century African Ashanti hand-carved wood stool from Ghana featuring scalloped and geometric forms on one side with a stylized bird on th...

Beautiful Antique African Ewe Kente Cloth Textile, Country of Origin: Africa, Circa Date: 1900

Vintage African Wood Decorative Mask, hand-carved African mask from Ghana of a smiling lady face with a nice hairdo. African mask, hand-carved wood wall sculpture decoration. The Afr...

African Art Deco Ashanti elephant stool, Ghana, 1920s Wonderfully carved piece. A similar piece is available for a pair.

Akan, Ghana, shrine figure, a standing female figure with black hair and details, remains of white pigment, with arms out holding a bottle, includes custom metal base. Probably a fig...

This is the largest Adan shrine figure we have ever seen at 27 1/2 inches high. Usually Adan figures are a third of this size or less. At this scale the sculptural skill of Adan arti...

A wonderful, quite large and heavy, colorful Bedu plank mask by the Nafana (Senufo) tribe who reside in the central north-west of Ghana and the north-east of...

N. Ghana Woven Basket with Leather Handle, Gurune People of Bolgaronga Offered for sale is a hand-woven basket with leather handle from the Gurune people of Bolgaronga North Ghana. ...

Finely carved large geometric figure from the Lobi, of Ghana and Burkina Faso, dating from the early to mid-20th century. It has a captivating intense gaze and one arm folded on ches...

This magnificent gold bracelet was made for Ashanti royalty. The Ashanti Kingdom's wealth was significantly based on gold-mining and trading in gold, as well as agriculture. The ki...

Ashanti cast bronze ceremonial staff top in the shape of a hoe with 3 cast turtles, from Ghana. It is in good condition with a deep patina and polish from traditional use, appropria...

Carved painted wood Ashanti Linguist Staff with bird top and twisted knots forms. A staff like this was the symbol of office for the linguist, a traine...

This fine Ashanti stool from Ghana, which dates to the first half of the 20th century, features an unusual motif - a bird of prey. The surface of this stool exhibits a lovely smooth,...

This large early Ashanti stool consists of an attractive support featuring a double-sided bird motif. The surface of the stool exhibits a rich, dark patina. Extensive use over the ...

A large Ghanaian hand stitched Fante Asafo flag, in a dark walnut frame. Depicting the Union Jack, a central lion, surrounded by four jacana birds.

Ashanti wood stools West Africa, Ghana.

On offer is an Ashanti female fertility figure from Ghana, West Africa, circa Mid-20th century. Carved from a single block of wood, the statue depicts a female with typical coiffure ...

A unique mask, handmade by artisans in the Punu region of Gabon. This mask has been crafted using wood carving techniques and adorned with polychrome tempera paint, giving it a dist...

Stool designed in Ghana, Africa, in the fifties Ashanti model Carved in one piece of wood Geometric patterns Beautiful patina of time

A large Ghanaian hand stitched Fante Asafo flag, in a dark walnut frame. Depicting the Union Jack, a central lion, surrounded by four clubs.

Pair of late 20th century African Judicial Fang carved masks. Offered for sale is a pair of elongated carved Judicial Fang mask from Gabon. The long thin nose and white mineral pi...

A royal chair in Asante society It is a sign of power and prestige used exclusively by chiefs. The chair is made of a hand carved wood frame covered with hammered brass tacks and stu...

Ashanti footstool, Ghana West-Africa Handcut and handcarved Fine condtion Period: probably post 1945

Ashanti Wood Stools West Africa, Ghana

Ashanti Style Tribal Stool Stool in the style of the Ashanti Tribe of Ghana. Beautifully carved with a stepped base.