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Ashanti Gold Sculptures:
Origin: Ashanti (Asante) people of Ghana.
Time Period: Developed from around the 17th century onward.
Materials & Techniques: Made of gold, often through casting and filigree techniques.
Features: The Ashanti are known for their ornate gold jewelry, ceremonial swords, and regalia, often shaped into human, animal, and abstract forms. Gold dust and nuggets were also used in trade and as symbols of wealth.
Cultural Significance: Gold in Ashanti culture symbolizes wealth, power, and divine connection. The Ashanti kings and royals used gold sculptures and regalia in public ceremonies to reinforce their status and the prosperity of the kingdom. Gold was also part of the "Golden Stool," an essential symbol of Ashanti unity and authority, believed to house the spirit of the Ashanti people. 28 replies
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