Asante Lingua Staff | Annex Auctions
September 07, 2023 09:00 AM PDT Annex
Ends September 21, 2023
Ends September 21, 2023
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Asante Lingua Staff
An Asante linguist staff carved from wood into the shape of a parrot standing on a round base. According to The British Museum’s website, “The staff (Okyeame poma) is a badge of office which is carried in public processions and whenever the linguist conducts any official business or speaks to the ruler he serves.” (https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/object/E_Af1937-1019-1-a-b#:~:text=The%20staff%20(okyeame%20poma)%20is,to%20the%20ruler%20he%20serves.)
Dimensions: 13H on a 3W x 3D inches base
Processing and shipping within the continental U.S. $30.00 plus 1.5% replacement cost insurance. Discounts given on combined lot shipping.
Condition:
Good. Some wear and dirt across. According to further research, these are normally covered in gold, but there is no sign of any metals decorating the surface. Please see photos.
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Estimate:
$100 -
$250
Price Realized Including Buyer's Premium
$31
09/07/2023
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