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Vintage Asafo Flag in Pink Cotton Appliqué Pattern by Fante People, Ghana, 1960s
About the Item
Kwamina Amoaku
Ghana, 1960s
Asafo flag in cotton applique patterns. Fante People.
Asafo Flags are created by the Fante people of Ghana. The flags are visual representations of military organisations in Fante communities known as “Asafo”. The communities each have their own flag, name and number. The primary role of the “Asafo” and their flags was to exert power, political influence and maintain codes of conduct within Fante communities.
H 100 x W 172 cm
- Creator:Fante People (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 39.38 in (100 cm)Width: 67.72 in (172 cm)Depth: 0.2 in (5 mm)
- Style:Folk Art (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1960s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Copenhagen K, DK
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1011236472282
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