Hand-carved Ashanti Unity Stool (Ghana)

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Hand-carved Ashanti Unity Stool (Ghana) (click for larger image) : DESCRIPTION : Hand-carved Ashanti Unity Stool (Ghana) Bring the exotic feel of Ghana into your home with this Hand-carved Ashanti Unity Stool. Carved from a single block of wood Ashanti stools (called Asesegua) have been an intricate part of African culture and royalty for centuries Hand polishing and other finishing touches give it the unique feel of Africa The symbol carved on both sides of the stool denotes unity of mind and family Handcarved of sese or cedar wood Stool measures 10 inches tall x 19 inches long x 8.5 inches wide The Story Behind the Product Kwasi Asante is probably one of the most skilled carvers in Kumasi, Ghana. His family has been in the carving business for a very long time. He has a large and experienced staff of other carvers and sub-contract carvers, which provides him the capacity to supply large quantities of carvings. His carving operation uses fallen logs and government approved lumber. He has provided much need income to hundreds of carvers over the years. He has also provided educational opportunities to his children and his extended family and to other remote villages as well. This item may have been open and tested and is being sold as such. The item is not 'Brand New' per say, but may have been opened. This unit may have been read more

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