Ashanti Acua'ba Fertility Doll
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Ashanti Acua'ba Fertility Doll
About the Item
- Attributed to:Akan Ashanti (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 19.25 in (48.9 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Length: 19.25 in (48.9 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1950
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor losses visible in the center of the figure's body.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: CAA06771stDibs: LU820019555182
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