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Ghana (Kumasi)
Asante Sheet-Gold Ornament with Repoussé Floral Bands
2689
Crafted during the height of the Asante Empire, specifically dating to before 1874 AD (attributed to the 18th or 19th century).
Originally created as a decorative architectural cladding or surface sheathing used to embellish royal furniture, ceremonial thrones, state canopies, or wooden palanquins within the Asante royal court.
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