Ashanti Stools

This abstract stool was carved from one single piece of wood and has been used in the grasslands for decades. It was most likely the stool of a Queen.

This large early Ashanti stool consists of an attractive support featuring a double-sided bird motif.

A great example of a mid to late 20th century African Ashanti stool. Carved from one piece of wood, showing geometric incisions typical to the Ashanti stools.

Libra stool, tribal stool Inspired by the African Ashanti stool, the Libra has been re-contextualized with modern materials such as steel and recycled plastic strips.

Libra stool, tribal stool Inspired by the African Ashanti stool, the Libra has been re-contextualized with modern materials such as steel and recycled plastic strips.

Ashanti stool from Ghana, carved from a single piece of wood.

A mid-20th century tribal stool. Carved from one piece of wood, this stool was made by the Ashanti tribe from Ghana.

A larger than normal Ashanti tribal stool from Ghana. Based on the form of an animal, possibly a leopard, carved from one piece of wood.

Inspired by bold forms seen in African Ashanti prayer stools with influence of Czech Cubism apparent in the use of broad planes and fractured structures.

Elaborate hand-carved African Ashanti Stool. Made in Ghana, circa early 20th century.

A large Ashanti stool, West Africa, traditional symbol of a family's power and position.

Elaborate hand carved wood Ashanti stool. Made in Ghana, circa early 20th century.

Elaborate hand-carved wood Ashanti stool. Made in Ghana, circa early 20th century.

Ashanti Stools indicate status, power and succession of chiefs and kings.

A remarkable Ashanti stool, with tribal markings & designs, carved from a solid block of wood.

Remarkable hand carved "Ashanti" stool. This piece is quite striking and carved from a solid block of wood.

Antique African "Ashanti" stool. Hand carved from one piece of wood.

An old large African Ashanti stool with beautifully aged old surface color patina to carved wood

Original hand carved African tribal Ashanti stool, Ghana, early 20th century. Very nice almost graphic design carved out of one solid piece of wood.

Original hand carved African tribal Ashanti stool - Ghana, early 20th century. Very nice details carved out of one solid piece of wood.

A vintage Ashanti stool from Ghana, hand-carved from a single piece of African mahogany, circa 1920.

African "Ashanti" stool. Hand carved from ebonized African hardwood.

Pair of African Ashanti stools Wear consistent with age and use.

This is an unusual and highly decorative Ashanti stool from Ghana. The stool features a carved turtle and carved snail positioned on either side of the seat.

1910 Ashanti tribal stool. This stool was used by the tribal leader's wife.

A highly decorative handcrafted Ashanti stool, made in West Africa in the 1970s. A unique design making it a one-of-a-kind piece for your home.

Superbly crafted Vintage chief's stool from the Asante people of Ghana. Raw natural finish. The Asante consider these beautiful hand carved wood traditional stools to be quite sig...

An Ashanti stool, traditional personal stool from Ghana.

An antique hand carved Ashanti African stool. This stunning piece showcases traditional craftsmanship and reflects the artistry and symbolism of African tribal culture.

Stools were carved from a single piece of wood, with different designs and meanings. They were given as gifts on marriage and passed from father to son. According to legend the As...

An early 20th century Ashanti stool from Ghana. Hand carved from a single piece of blonde mahogany.

Ashanti wooden stool from Ivory Coast. African primitive art, first half of the 20th century.

Antique bench or stool hand carved from a single piece of wood from West Africa, early 20th century. This bench was sourced in the spirit of wabi-sabi, a Japanese philosophy that ...

Lovely patina on this antique bench or stool hand carved from a single piece of wood from West Africa, early 20th century. This bench was sourced in the spirit of wabi-sabi, a Jap...

Fantastic Boho vintage carved stool. Done in the style of the classic African Ashanti stools with a Contemporary twist.

Lovely patina on this antique bench or stool hand carved from a single piece of wood from West Africa. Early 20th Century. This bench was sourced in the spirit of wabi-sabi, a Jap...

African Tribal handcrafted Ghanaian Ashanti 'Wisdom Knot' Stool Africa. A carved wooden African stool having a curved seat raised on two carved intertwined wooden supports with a sl...

An indicator of status and family, stools play an integral role in traditional Ashanti culture.

This Ashanti carved stool dates from the 1980s and was found in Ghana.

A primitive handcrafted wooden African Ashanti styled tribal stool or ottoman done with Mid Century abstracted design motif .

Beautifully sculpted Ashanti wooden stool. Deep patina. Elegant design.

In traditional Ashanti culture, stools indicated power, status, and lines of succession.

In traditional Ashanti culture of central Ghana, stools indicate power, status, and lines of succession.

1920's Ashanti African wooden stool from Ghana. Stool has a perferated top and tiered bases.

1920s Ashanti African wooden stool from Ghana. Twisted knot design on a flat wood base with carving details.

Found in Ghana, this Ashanti carved stool dates from the 1980s. Hand carved and crafted from a single piece of wood, this stool has white painted and etched detailed design on the se...

A fine example of a hand carved wooden stool from the Ashanti Tribe in Ghana, Africa, dating to the early 20th century in very good overall condition, with great patina, minor edge l...

An early to mid 20th century Ashanti tribal stool. An original piece which has been well used and not produced for the tourist industry.

A wonderful small early 20th century Ashanti tribal stool, headrest. Carved from a single piece of wood.

In traditional Ashanti culture, stools indicated power, status, and lines of succession.

Attribution Unknown: Ashanti Prestige Stool from the 19th – 20th centuries.

Stools indicated power, status, and lines of succession in traditional Ashanti culture.

In traditional Ashanti culture, stools indicated power, status, and lines of succession.

In traditional Ashanti culture, stools indicated power, status, and lines of succession.

Stools indicated power, status, and lines of succession in traditional Ashanti culture.

Crafted during the mid-20th century by African artisans using exclusively manual techniques, this stool showcases craftsmanship. The stool's surface has a rich patina, imparting a di...

Antique African side table or stool hand carved from a single block of wood. This side table or stool was sourced in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese philosophy that beauty ca...

With brown leather and tacks. Copying stools of ancient Egypt.

Old Bamileke stool side table from Cameroon African Art, 1950s Original Bamileke Stool from the middle of the 20th century. This copy is a handmade one -off and was carved from a s...

Beautiful museum quality, wooden head rest or stool. Stunning patina on this rare piece of art from Sudan. Hand carved from a single block of wood by the Dinka tribe. Circa 1900 T...

A walnut "Thebes" stool by Liberty of London. The shaped seat supported on splayed legs, early "Liberty" paper label attatched to the underside. An untouched example, showing no re...