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Important Ashanti Royal lion, a Royal footstool in the form of…
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Important Ashanti Royal lion, a Royal footstool in the form of a mythological crouching lion with leopard-like spots, tubular tail with flared end, flowing mane and whiskers, all with incised, linear carving. A rounded head with raised 'C'-shaped ears and almond-shaped eyes, mouth open baring fangs. Rich patina with painted reddish-brown spots, white highlighted mouth, claws and whiskers, red-painted base and lips, the spots to body signify royalty. Merton. Depth Simpson saw this piece near a Baule village in the ivory Coast on his first trip to Africa in 1955. Two years later when he returned, he received the piece as a gift from the mother of an African King. He has prized this gift since and it remains a highlight in his collecting career. Height 22 cm. Width 73 cm. Depth 25.5 cm
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Tribal: African