This is the rating and price for Asante, Important Prestige Stool, 2006

Description : Wood, brass Asante peoples, Ghana Rectangular seat with curved ends, supported by an openwork central column and four supports The base with sculptural depictions of two seated female figures The entire surface of the stool covered in hand-engraved brass plate with complex designs Dimensions: 69.5 x 81 x 36.5 cm Good condition Object is regular taxed. 19% VAT is added to the purchase price for deliveries within the EU.Asante stools feature one basic form, with variations to the central support. Every member of the community has their own stool carved for them. The more elaborate the decoration, the higher the owner’s rank. Thus the stools also act as status symbols. After death the stool may become a shrine where offerings for the deceased are e left. For a similar example see Sotheby’s Paris, 2006, lot 47 Literature: Art of the senses African Masterpieces from the Teel Collection, Boston Museum of Fine Arts, 2004 Condition: The stool is in good condition with minor signs of wear consistent with age and use. The dimensions are 69.5 x 81 x 36.5 cm (height x width x depth), the seat height measures 55.5 cm. Shipping costs excl. statutory VAT and plus 2,5% (+VAT) shipping insurance.
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