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Ghurra Butterchurn29.06.204
- Wood
- Collectible (fine or rare example of an object)
Made in hardwood and shows a wonderful shape with great geometric and symbolic carvings
Curly Boat Prow from Sri Lanka29.07.602
Adinkra stamp10.08.1188
- Gourds, calabashes
- Functional tool
- Original condition
The design of Nkyinkyim depicts the tortuous nature of life’s journey. these twists and turns require one to be versatile and resilient to survive. The proverb associated with this symbol is “Ɔbra kwan yɛ nkyinkyimii,” which literally means “Life’s journey is twisted.” Since a great number of proverbs are to the young and inexperienced, it is proper to construe this symbol as admonishing younger persons to brace up for what life may throw at them. Yes, they may not be aware of impending challenges but that is no excuse to resign to fate. By sheer force of will and determination, they can succeed
Small Khumeysa pendant01.09.1370
- Aluminium
- Leather & skins
- Elements for individual jewelry design
A new made Khumeysa necklace. Five aluminium diamonds mounted on a leather plate.
Small African tobacco pipe21.01.1626
- Bones and horns
- Collectible (fine or rare example of an object)
- Fair condition (some missing, broken or repaired parts, see pictures)
The exact origine of the pipe is not known.
Ayinla Shilu; Naga Tribal Adornment; Chevy Chase 200625.01.1226
48 pages
Khumeysa necklace, Tuareg01.09.1369
- Bones and horns
- Leather & skins
- Jewelry ready and easy to wear
A new made Khumeysa necklace. Five diamonds cut from a shell or bone mounted on a leather plate.
Lao aluminium earrings04.05.1983
- Aluminium
- New never used
- Jewelry ready and easy to wear
Five pair of aluminium earrings from Laos. Can be purchased individually.
10 Ancient Excavated Metal Beads; Mali05.09.074
- Brass / bronze
- Antiques (object shows signs of long use)
Weight: 11,8 gr
Probably excavated near Djenne. Similar beads are dated to the late Middle Age (approx 1200
A.C.). Its not clear wether such beads were made in Djenne or imported.
Islamic prayer rosary05.16.1462
- Bakelite and other formaldehyde resin
- New never used
Tasbih misbaha with 33 (22 & 11) bakelite beads
Large spoon calabash09.01.1662
- Gourds, calabashes
- Collectible (fine or rare example of an object)
- Excellent overall condition
- Functional household item
Three calabashes spoons09.01.1663
- Gourds, calabashes
- Excellent overall condition
- Collectible (fine or rare example of an object)
- Functional household item
Calabash bowl09.01.1693
- Gourds, calabashes
- Worth to be repaired/restored
- New never used
New calabash with a small crack
Small wooden cup/bowl - Ethiopia09.05.1754
- Wood
- Excellent overall condition
- Functional household item
Small black wood bowl from Ethiopia.
Small wooden cup/bowl - Ethiopia09.05.1756
- Wood
- Functional household item
- Excellent overall condition
Small black wood bowl from Ethiopia.
Small wooden cup09.05.1758
- Wood
- Functional household item
- Excellent overall condition
Small women's pipe from South Sudan21.01.1591
- Terracotta
- Wood
- Brass / bronze
- Collectible (fine or rare example of an object)
- Excellent overall condition
Southern Sudan probably woman's pipe made in 3 parts. The pipe head is made out of black clay. The stem has been made from a cut piece of lightweight yellow wood, the wood has longitudinal grain and may belong to the bamboo family. A brass mouthpiece has been force-fitted onto the upper end of this. Collected in 1975/6 in the Dinka area. The pipe contains still rests of tobacco.
Clay pipe head from Rwanda21.01.1625
The Ikinonko, or round pipe is used by ordinary men and women.
Geoffroy-Schneiter; Artistes d'Abomey; Paris 200925.01.1225
42 pages
Adinkra stamp10.08.1162
- Gourds, calabashes
- Functional tool
- Original condition
Symbol called Sankofa, litterally "return and get it". Meaning-Wisdom of learning from past experience to build towards the future
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Adinkra stamp10.08.1164
- Gourds, calabashes
- Functional tool
- Original condition
Mpatapo or the "knot of pacification/reconciliation". Symbol of reconciliation, peacemaking and pacification
Mpatapo represents the bond or knot that binds parties in a dispute to a peaceful, harmonious reconciliation.
It is a symbol of peacemaking after strife.
Adinkra stamp10.08.1165
- Gourds, calabashes
- Functional tool
- Original condition
Symbol called: Ani bere; liteerally meaning: Seriousness, Diligence, Perseverance. Seriousness does not show fiery eyes; else you would see my face all red.
Adinkra stamp10.08.1168
- Gourds, calabashes
- Functional tool
- Original condition
The symbol is called Ɔdɔ nnyera fie kwan which means ‘love never loses its way home" and conveys the ides of the power of love.
Adinkra stamp10.08.1170
- Gourds, calabashes
- Functional tool
- Original condition
This symbol called Gyawu atiko, represents the occiput of Kwatakye, an ancient Ashanti war captain's hair style. The symbol has come to represent bravery, fearlessness and Leadership strength with humility. It is also given as an earned title to any brave son of an Akan community.
Adinkra stamp10.08.1174
- Gourds, calabashes
- Functional tool
- Original condition
This symbol called Gyawu atiko, represents the occiput of Kwatakye, an ancient Ashanti war captain's hair style. The symbol has come to represent bravery, fearlessness and Leadership strength with humility. It is also given as an earned title to any brave son of an Akan community.
Adinkra stamp10.08.1175
- Gourds, calabashes
- Functional tool
- Original condition
The star symbol called Nsoromma is a reminder that God is the father and watches over all people. Reflection of God faith in God Guardianshi.
Stamp for Adinkra cloth10.08.1176
- Gourds, calabashes
- Functional tool
- Original condition
The symbol of this stamp is called Dwannini Mmen which litterally means the ram's horn meaning "Strength with humility". The ram will fight fiercely against an adversary, but it also submits humbly to slaughter. A symbol of the ephemerality or temporariness of good times.Good situations are not permanent so the fortunate should not boast; bad situations are not permanent so the less fortunate should not give up. No condition is permanent, hence, man should be humble, cooperative and hopeful in all his endeavours.
Adinkra stamp from Ghana10.08.1177
- Gourds, calabashes
- Functional tool
- Excellent overall condition
The crocodile ( Dekyem) symbol connotes adaptability and endurance. The crocodile lives in the water yet it breathes air. This is demonstrating its ability to various circumstances.
collection of 25 West African brass bracelets01.02.838
- Brass / bronze
- Can be delivered cleaned and polished
- Jewelry ready and easy to wear
Brass rings from West Africa (Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, Niger) various sizes and shapes