ASHANTI is an Akan ethnic group or modern-day Ghana. AHANTI people developed the Ashanti empire along the lake volta of Gulf guinea. This chair draws its inspiration from the Akan stool used by the AHSANTI people. This stool features the adinkra symbol of Nyame. The legend goes that the stool descended from the sky in the 17th century representing an earthly seat of power divined by the spirit. It became a symbol of ASHANTI power and wealth. This Akan stool of this nature with ram horns at the base symbolises strength and humanity. The African proverb that says ‘’The strength of the ram lies in its horn’’
ASHANTI chair is created as a symbol of wealth, strength and humanity.
PRODUCT FEATURES
ASHANTI chair is made of wood, metal and polished deep brass engraved with tribal scarification. The scarification involves the use of both industrial and manual welding techniques and science to embody the tribal scars. the chair embodies the shape of the Akan stool. Using its figure as upholstery and base for the chair.
COUNTRY OF REFERENCE
GHANA 🇬🇭
DIMENSIONS
W 43 CM | D 50 CM | H 90 CM
W 16.9 IN | D 19.6 IN | H 35.4 IN
ART AND TECHNIQUES
*Metal work, wood work, welding, upholstery.
MATERIAL AND FINISHES
*Wood, metal, Polished brass, foam, fabric.
CUSTOMIZATION
Custom size, brass tone/colour as well as the colour of fabric available with an upcharge. Tribal scarification remains the same.
CLEAN AND CARE
Dry cloth
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