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Ashanti Terracotta Shrine Idol Ex William Wright 1980s

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Ashanti Terracotta Shrine Idol Ex William Wright 1980s

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Description

Ashanti Shrine terracotta, shown in a kneeling position with head to the heavens and tongue out holding a small stool in one hand, perhaps a portrait of religious ecstasy. Ashanti peoples, Ghana, Africa. The idol measures 11.5 inches tall. Provenance: Ex. Gene Netzer collection, NY; Ex. Bill Wright Gallery, NYC. 1980s.

Condition

Good, overall, small loss to edge of stool

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Ashanti Terracotta Shrine Idol Ex William Wright 1980s

Name: Ashanti Terracotta Shrine Idol Ex William Wright 1980s
SKU: 156496690
Price: 320 USD
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