Lot 444

Ghana Asante Wood Headrest - Aardvark Form

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Ghana Asante Wood Headrest - Aardvark Form
Ghana Asante Wood Headrest - Aardvark Form
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Ghana Asante Wood Headrest - Aardvark Form

Estimate: $700 - $1,050

Starting Bid: $300

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by Artemis Fine Arts
July 30, 2026 8:00 AM MDT
Live Auction
686 S. Taylor Avenue
Suite 108
Louisville, CO, US 80027

West Africa, Ghana, Asante (Akan) peoples, ca. early to mid-20th century CE. A sculptural Asante wood headrest carved in the distinctive form of an aardvark, its elongated snout and sturdy legs supporting a gently curved platform above. The compact, rhythmic carving reflects Akan design sensibilities, where even utilitarian objects were imbued with symbolic presence, the animal form perhaps evoking qualities of resilience and grounding while serving as a personal object of rest and status. Size: 5.9" L x 2.5" W x 5.4" H (15 cm x 6.4 cm x 13.7 cm)

Provenance: private East Coast, USA collection; ex-Dr. Joseph Chess, Larchmont, New York, USA, acquired in the 1950s

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Item # 201942

  • Condition: Nicks and abrasions to surface as shown, all commensurate with age. Otherwise, intact and very nice with rich patina.

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