Hand Carved Ghana Akuaba Fertility Doll Wood Sculpture Cowrie Shell Tribal Art

Item: Hand-carved wooden sculpture in traditional Akan/Ashanti "Akuaba" fertility doll style. Condition: Shows light surface wear and finish rubs from handling. No cracks; stands stable. Back sticker intact; cowrie shells secure. Material/Details: Carved hardwood with incised decorative patterns, embossed metal accent on the head, and twin cowrie shells at the top. Origin: Handcrafted in Ghana (sticker on back reads "HANDCRAFTED IN GHANA"). Design: Oversized, flat, leaf-shaped head; stylized facial features; ringed neck; tapered torso and legs with carved waist detail. Finish: Dark stained wood with natural variations, carved textures, and patina from handling. Inclusions: No box, tags, or paperwork beyond the rear origin sticker. Notes: Exact age unknown; decorative display piece. See photos for complete visual details.