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Vintage Asafo Flag in Burgundy Appliqué Patterns by Fante People, Ghana, 1960s
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Ghana, 1960's
Asafo flag in cotton applique patters. 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.
Measures: H 88 x W 183 cm.
- Creator:Fante People (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 34.65 in (88 cm)Width: 72.05 in (183 cm)Depth: 0.2 in (5 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Cotton,Appliqué
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1960s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Copenhagen K, DK
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1011235390552
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