Ashanti stools and unity heads**
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The stools and unity heads featured below are carved by master craftsmen in Ashantiland, Ghana. The come to us directly from Kumasi where the tradition of these stools originates. Each is carved from one single piece of wood.
The unity heads are "collapsible" and can be folded and carried. We have seen countless uses for them; but here are just a few suggestions: You can put a circular piece of glass on top and use the unity head as a low side table. The millet baskets from Uganda fit perfectly inside and makes a great way to combine two art pieces which compliment each other fabulously. Some even put clear glass bowls inside to display decorative balls or their favorite Christmas ornaments. Mama though, likes the look of the unity head when it is featured as a table's centerpiece.
The stools each have a different symbol carved into the center. One features the Sankofa bird which comes to us from an Akan tale that teaches the importance of looking back into our pasts in order to remember the lessons that will make us move forward into the future. The other is carved with the Gye Nyame symbol which literally means "except for God". It tells us that there is nothing that we should fear except for God, as He is the ultimate power. These pieces are incredibly popular and you will never find this kind of quality at a price nearly as low.
Here are some photos of of the Ashanti stool versions we have available...
All styles are available for only $325
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