Asante Cast Bronze Royal Regalia Sculpture Ghana MATTER COLLECTION
Width: 4.5
Depth: 2.5
Description
The Asante people of present-day Ghana are renowned for their sophisticated court traditions and exceptional metalworking. Cast bronze and brass sculptures inspired by royal regalia celebrate the authority, prestige, and cultural heritage of the Asante Kingdom, whose rulers surrounded themselves with symbolic objects representing leadership, wisdom, and prosperity. Royal regalia included ceremonial staffs, swords, stools, ornaments, and figurative works that conveyed both political power and spiritual significance.
This cast bronze sculpture is rendered in the traditional Asante style and displays the craftsmanship associated with the region's long history of lost-wax casting. Its solid construction and rich patina give the piece a substantial presence, making it well suited for display in a collection of African art or as a decorative accent inspired by Ghanaian cultural traditions.
Whether created for ceremonial inspiration, cultural appreciation, or the tourist art market, sculptures of this type pay tribute to the enduring artistic legacy of the Asante people and remain highly recognizable examples of West African metalwork.
Height (In) 5.5
Width (In) 4.5
Depth (In) 2.5
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Approximate Age: 20th Century
People: Asante
Country of Origin: Ghana
Material
Condition
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our items have traveled at least three continents, and have graced numerous owners.