ON SALE

The Asante (Ashanti) believe that the children gain their “ntoro” (spirit) from their father and clan membership from their mothers’ blood, “mogya”. In turn, a female childs’ entire life, was a preparation for motherhood. Even now, the “Akua’ba” (fertility doll) of the Akan (ancestors  of the Asante) and Asante are used by young women hoping for a child. Legend has it that a woman who has worn one of these dolls, will give birth to a beautiful child. Bodily aesthetic beauty to the Asante is a long neck, a high forehead and a small mouth. Traditionally, the user of the Asante doll would have it prayed over, strap it to her back, carry it the way she would a real child and generally tend to the doll as if it had life. The large size dolls were and still are placed in the home. They serve as totems of fertility and good fortune for the household. Detailing and scarification will vary from doll to doll.

On Display: Features two matching cross hatch patterns in bas relief on both sides of the head. A nicely formed ringed neck and arms are additional highlights. The divided head is a hope for twins!

Dimensions: 19 1/4 inches tall. 

Please click photo for enlargement!

"What makes our Ashanti dolls different? Well here are two amazing testimonials from two of our clients!"

"Hi Kim-
...I just thought that you would want to know I finally got
pregnant soon after I ordered the statue from you. It still sits on my headboard! Thank You for being so kind and thoughtful. It means alot to me. I also am praying for an easy delivery....

Hi Everyone....Matthew is finally here....he certainly took
his sweet time :-)...Sue"

"Dear Kim,

I purchased an Ashanti Fertility doll three years ago from your website for a friend of mine who was having trouble having a child. Since then, she has had a son and twin daughters. I have had twins (a boy and a girl) all with the doll by their side. I just wanted to let you know of the legend of our doll. Thank you for your help."

K.

Any QUESTIONS please leave a message here at Contact Us!

*Fixed pricing for domestic orders only*