Group (5) Ashanti ceremonial swords
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Description
Group (5) Ashanti ceremonial swords, Ghana, forged iron blade with pierced and etched decoration, each with similar carved wood grip incised with geometric designs, each approx. 25"l
Provenance: Estate of Distinguished Professor Philip Gould, NYC
Notes/Literature: Professor of Chinese Art History at Columbia University and Sarah Lawrence College, Professor Philip Gould was a passionate collector of African Art, and curated numerous museum and gallery exhibitions from his personal collection.
Provenance: Estate of Distinguished Professor Philip Gould, NYC
Notes/Literature: Professor of Chinese Art History at Columbia University and Sarah Lawrence College, Professor Philip Gould was a passionate collector of African Art, and curated numerous museum and gallery exhibitions from his personal collection.
Condition
Good, some with aged patina, oxidation to iron, hairlines and splits to some wood handles, general wear **Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.
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Group (5) Ashanti ceremonial swords
Estimate $300 - $500
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