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Ashanti Akua'ba Fertility Doll 40cm - Black Wood
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Cultural heritage of the Ashanti Akwaba fertility doll
- Dimensions: height 40cm x width 16cm x depth 10cm approx.
- Material: exotic wood from regulated sources.
- Handcrafted and imported in compliance with fair trade rules. Slight differences in appearance may occur compared to the model photographed, reflecting the authenticity of each piece.
Discover the sophistication and cultural depth of this Ashanti Akua'ba fertility doll, an authentic symbol ofGhanaian craftsmanship. Handcrafted with care, this black statuette embodies the ancestral traditions of the Ashanti, a people renowned for their craftsmanship rich in history and symbolism. Ideal for a decor inspired by the treasures of Africa, it will also look equally at home in an ethnic chic or minimalist universe.
The Ashanti Akua' ba doll is loaded with deep symbolic meaning. Traditionally offered at important ceremonies such as weddings or births, it is a symbol of prosperity, happiness and fertility. As a good-luck charm, it is designed to bring blessings and encourage fertility, making each piece even more precious for special occasions or as a significant addition to a collection.
Legend of the Akua'ba Doll: Tradition and Hope at the Heart of Ashanti Civilization
Once upon a time in West Africa, in the Ashanti civilization of Ghana, there lived a young woman named Akua, meaning "born on a Wednesday". Akua, desperate not to be able to have children, sought the help of a healer. The healer recommended a unique solution: have a small wooden doll carved to represent a child, and then carry, feed and treat it like a real child.
Akua followed the healer's advice and set about caring for her wooden doll with love and devotion. However, when the villagers saw Akua carrying the strapped doll on her back, they sometimes laughed at her, saying, "Look at Akua's child" (Akua Ba). Despite the taunts, Akua persisted and, miraculously, became pregnant and gave birth to a healthy baby girl.
The success of this practice soon became a source of inspiration for other women in the village who had difficulty conceiving. They also had small wooden dolls carved and named them Akua'ba, in honor of Akua's determination and faith. Since then, the Akua'ba doll has become a powerful symbol of fertility and hope within Ashanti culture.
Today, the Akua'ba fertility doll continues to capture the imagination and is prized not only for its artistic beauty, but also for its rich cultural and symbolic heritage.
- Summary
- Traditionnellement présentée lors de cérémonies telles que les mariages ou les naissances, elle incarne les symboles de prospérité, de bonheur et de fertilité.
- Size
- 40cm
hauteur 50cm x largeur 20cm x profondeur 14cm environ - Information
- This article may present imperfections and differences in appearance compared to the photographed model, proof of its artisanal origin and its authenticity.
- Delivery method
- Standard item
- Object type
- Decoration
- Material
- Wood
- Colour
- black
- Origin
- Handcrafted and fair
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