African wooden figures primitive decor Nkisi N’Kondi hand carved statue-G1508

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In the beliefs of the Ashanti tribe in Ghana, Akuaba figures are carried by women who aspire to bear children. These dolls have a distinct appearance, with a wide, round, and flat head - harking back to the moon goddess figures . This lunar connection is linked to fertility. Once the Akuaba has served its purpose, it finds a home on the woman's household altar where it is venerated, or she passes it down to the upcoming generation.