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Hand Carved Ashanti Stool C1700
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Hand Carved Ashanti Stool C1700

18th century
Sold 12 February 2026 · Deja Vu St Leonards
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Ashanti Stool – A Symbol of Tradition & Heritage

Bring authentic Ghanaian craftsmanship into your home with this beautifully hand-carved Ashanti stool. Made from a single piece of wood, it’s more than just a functional piece—it’s a reflection of history, culture, and status. Perfect as a low side table or a striking decorative accent.

A Seat of Spiritual Significance

In Ashanti tradition, stools are deeply symbolic, representing power, leadership, and ancestral connection. The most revered of them all—the Golden Stool—is believed to hold the spirit of the Asante nation. Unlike other stools, it is never sat upon and is kept under strict protection, only appearing for the most sacred ceremonies.

Each Ashanti chief has a stool that represents his soul, reinforcing the deep cultural and spiritual meaning behind these pieces. Own a part of this legacy and bring history into your space.

Physical Dimensions
Height
55cm (21.65")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Declaration

Deja Vu St Leonards has dated this Hand Carved Ashanti Stool to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1131361
Dealers Internal Reference
49
Dealers Notes

53 Norman Road

St Leonards on sea

East Sussex

TN38 0EG

Mobile: 07736 566330

International calls: 0044 7736 566330

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Description
Ashanti Stool – A Symbol of Tradition & Heritage
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Bring authentic Ghanaian craftsmanship into your home with this beautifully hand-carved Ashanti stool.
Deja Vu St Leonards

Made from a single piece of wood, it’s more than just a functional piece—it’s a reflection of history, culture, and status. Perfect as a low side table or a striking decorative accent.

fig 1. A hand-carved wooden Ashanti stool featuring a curved seat, a perforated central column, four supporting posts, and a rectangular stepped base.
fig 1. Hand Carved Ashanti Stool C1700

A Seat of Spiritual Significance

In Ashanti tradition, stools are deeply symbolic, representing power, leadership, and ancestral connection. The most revered of them all—the Golden Stool—is believed to hold the spirit of the Asante nation. Unlike other stools, it is never sat upon and is kept under strict protection, only appearing for the most sacred ceremonies.

Each Ashanti chief has a stool that represents his soul, reinforcing the deep cultural and spiritual meaning behind these pieces. Own a part of this legacy and bring history into your space.

Height
55cm (21.65")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Date of Manufacture

Deja Vu St Leonards has dated this Hand Carved Ashanti Stool to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1131361
Dealers Internal Ref
49
Deja Vu St Leonards
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2019
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Archive I A hand-carved wooden Ashanti stool featuring a curved seat, a perforated central column, four supporting posts, and a rectangular stepped base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Hand Carved Ashanti Stool C1700

Archive II A hand-carved wooden Ashanti stool featuring a curved seat, a perforated central column, four supporting posts, and a rectangular stepped base. View II
Archive III A hand-carved wooden Ashanti stool featuring a curved seat, a perforated central column, four supporting posts, and a rectangular stepped base. View III
Archive IV A hand-carved wooden Ashanti stool featuring a curved seat, a perforated central column, four supporting posts, and a rectangular stepped base. View IV
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Deja Vu St Leonards
Telephone 07538 552888
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53 Norman Road
St Leonards on Sea
East Sussex
TN38 0EG
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/fleetgallery
Verified Since Sep 2019
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Items Sold 88
Deja Vu St Leonards
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A hand-carved wooden Ashanti stool featuring a curved seat, a perforated central column, four supporting posts, and a rectangular stepped base.
Hand Carved Ashanti Stool c1700
Ref: SA1131361
A hand-carved wooden Ashanti stool featuring a curved seat, a perforated central column, four supporting posts, and a rectangular stepped base.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectStools
  • Period18th century
  • StyleWest African Tribal
  • MaterialIndigenous Hardwood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsConcave seat, Perforated central column, Stepped base, Geometric piercing
  • SizeH 55 cm (22 in) x W 33 cm (13 in) x D 66 cm (26 in)

FAQs

Ashanti or Akan stools hold profound spiritual and cultural importance, serving as personal seats of authority, status, and ancestral connection for chiefs and elders in Ghana.

They are traditionally carved from a single block of dense indigenous wood, such as odum orese, utilizing hand chisels and knives, often featuring an arched seat, a central column, and a stepped base.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the depth of the patina, tool mark consistency, wood shrinkage, overall weight, and wear patterns consistent with age and ritual handling.

Interior designers frequently use these sculptural objects as low display surfaces, plinths for art, or standalone statement pieces in minimalist or eclectic settings to introduce texture and cultural depth.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent timber cracking, and dusting gently with a dry, soft cloth without applying modern chemical polishes.
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