AKAN/ASANTE, GOLD LEAF PRESTIGE GROUP, WEST AFRICA

Three: 20th c. Asante Figure/Possible Staff Finial, Ghana Carved wood, gold leaf Without stand: 9 1/2" x 4 1/2" x 3 1/2" 20th c. Asante Crown, Ghana Carved wood, gold leaf 8" x 10 1/4" x 7 1/4" 20th c

West Africa, Ivory Coast / Cote D'Ivoire, Baule peoples 20th century, royal chieftains flywhisk of the Baule peoples a subgroup of the Akan people from Ghana in West Africa. Carved wood with horse hai

West Africa, Ghana and Cote D'Ivoire, Akan peoples, Asante. Court linguist's staff finial circa mid to early 20th century. Sheets of gold leaf over wood of a seated chief or orator. The figure appears

West Africa, Cote d'Ivoire / Ivory Coast, Baule peoples, ca. early to mid-20th century CE. An ornate fly whisk made from wood and horsehair, the handle covered with red cloth and gold leaf to convey t

This is a very old bronze artifact from the Ashanti or neighboring Akan speaking group from Ghana, West Africa. The Ashanti are well known for their incredible bronze artworks, created using the lost

This is a very old bronze artifact from the Ashanti or neighboring Akan speaking group from Ghana, West Africa. The Ashanti are well known for their incredible bronze artworks, many are used as gold w

A group of African metal prestige bells. West Africa, multiple cultures. c.20th century. Tallest: Approx. 8 1/2"h.

This is a very old bronze artifact from the Ashanti or neighboring Akan speaking group from Ghana, West Africa. The Ashanti are well known for their incredible bronze artworks, many are used as gold w

Gold tone floral rhinestone 9pc jewelry group: sterling Jordan figural flower with red crystal, Jolle Berlin leaf brooch with turquoise and red rhinestones, Trifari white enamel bow pin, West Germany

A Carved wooden Bassa helmet mask with a well handled surface and signs of field use. Bassa / Dan peoples, Kru sub group, West Africa. The mask itself measures 18 x 10 inches. A metal display stand ca

8 Grebo Figures. Kru Group, West Africa. Carved wood. Largest Size: 35" x 6.5" x 5" (89 x 17 x 13 cm). Provenance: ex New York private ethnographic arts collection. Note: This is a NO RESERVE auction.

This is a fine old cast bronze anklet with sliding lock and some raised semi circular designs. Likely from Nigeria or related ethnic groups, West Africa. The Anklet measures 4.25 inches tall. provenan

Lot includes 1 crystal bowl with gold colored rim measures in inches 12x4, 1 Lidded wavy thick crystal box with brass hardware and details measures in inches 8x8x5.5, 1 clear crystal ball on brass col

CAPTION PRINTED BELOW PICTURE: Bijoux d'Or qui se portent commes des Amuletes. [Jewelry, gold etc. from the coast of Guinea] DATE PRINTED: 1747 IMAGE SIZE: Approx 20.0 x 15.0cm, 8 x 6 inches (Medium)

A very fine old carved wooden ceremonial mask with classic exaggerated facial features and a deep well handled surface patina. Dan peoples, Kran Ethnic group, Liberia, West Africa. The mask measures 8

A wonderful stylized Avian form Bronze with burial patina. Dogon or related ethnic group, Mali, West Africa. The bronze measures 7 inches tall. Ex Michael Rhodes Gallery, NYC.

Very fine old bronze bell with handle and lizard motif, Dogon peoples ( or related ethnic group) Mali, West Africa.The Bronze bell measures 7.25 x 6 inches ( 18 inches tall on display stand)

A bold and dramatic example of the Vodun shrine art, a pair of Bocio or spirit figures Bound together with various magic implements and offerings. Ewe or related ethnic group, Benin, West Africa. The

A carved wooden mask with abrus seeds embedded into the head as well as various attached embellishments such as beads and bronze bells. Dan or related ethnic group, Liberia, West Africa. A metal displ

A very unusual bronze sculpture with a devil like deity, with large wings, many horns and seated at a tree that wraps around his legs and arms. Akan or related ethnic group, Ghana, West Africa. The br

A well weathered and worn carved wooden shrine idol with cubistic features. Such idols are often linked to healing rituals. Chamba or Mumuye ethnic group, Nigeria, West Africa. Custom mounted. measure

A rare old hand hammered iron dance shield, Kirdi ethnic group, Cameroon, West Africa. A unusual form for a traditional hand hammered iron shield from the Kirdi peoples. Note the stylized form and the

Unusual and fascinating carved wooden mask from the Guere / Wobe ethnic group, Liberia, West Africa. The mask features a most unusual carved visor or "curtain" over the eyes, with delicately carved sl

Collection of five mid 20th century Neoclassical Revival style ancient Roman themed art pieces. Housed in gold leaf frames. Includes (2) 10" x 7 1/2" prints depicting Roman soldiers. Each features orn