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#13 – Asafo Militia flag depicting a European steamship with two masts that is able to overcome storms as ...

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#13 – Asafo Militia flag depicting a European steamship with two masts that is able to overcome storms as it crosses vast oceans.

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Asafo Militia flag depicting a European steamship with two masts that is able to overcome storms as it crosses vast oceans, a metaphor for the readiness of the Company to respond when threatened. The sailor standing on the bow sounding the depth of the water challenges a rival Company to test the No.1 Company as does the Captain on the bridge of the ship speaking through a horn. Message: With this flag, the No.1 Asafo Company announces that it is ready to confront any domestic or military challenge. Proverb: Our ship can carry a load of any size. The field consists of two pieces. There is a patch in the lower corner of the field at the fly end. The figures are hand sewn with embroidered details. Cotton textile. 56.5 in. X 36.5 in. Exhibited Free Library of Philadelphia Gallery, 2013. Published in Emblems of Power: Asafo Flags from Ghana by Mary Sue and Paul P Rosen p. 73, Fig. 61.

#14 – Asafo Militia flag depicting three members of the No. 1 Asafo Company carrying a rifle, drum and swo...

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#14 – Asafo Militia flag depicting three members of the No. 1 Asafo Company carrying a rifle, drum and sword, respectively, as they confront a rival Company.

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Asafo Militia flag depicting three members of the No. 1 Asafo Company carrying a rifle, drum and sword, respectively, as they confront a rival Company. The No.1 Company appears to be offering a bowl and pot to their rivals as symbols of peaceful intent. Messages: We don’t give up, and we are proud of how far we have come. Although we come in peace, don’t be fooled, as we are prepared for war. Proverb: Yabaan Ramayaaban (We have come and we are sure we have come). The canton is the Ghana national flag. Appliquéd figures hand sewn with embroidered details. Cotton textile. 59in. X 45.5in. Exhibited Free Library of Philadelphia Gallery, 2013.

#15 – Asafo Militia flag that depicts a dog tied to the leg of a chair and five children in playful poses....

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#15 – Asafo Militia flag that depicts a dog tied to the leg of a chair and five children in playful poses. One child holds a pot, possibly containing palm wine, over his head.

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Asafo Militia flag that depicts a dog tied to the leg of a chair and five children in playful poses. One child holds a pot, possibly containing palm wine, over his head. The dog represents an Asafo Company elder who is metaphorically inattentive and therefore has failed to maintain order in his organization. Message: Effective leadership is necessary to avoid chaos in the community. Proverbs: When there is no elder in the house, children will misbehave. When a grown-up threatens to punish but fails to do so, the children do not fear him. The canton is a replica of the Ghana national flag. All elements hand sewn with embroidered details. Cotton textile. 47in. X 30.5in. Exhibited Free Library of Philadelphia Gallery, 2013. Published in Emblems of Power: Asafo Flags from Ghana by Mary Sue and Paul P Rosen p. 82, Fig. 80.

#16 – Rare vertical Asafo Militia flag depicting a hen with her flock of seven brown and white chicks.

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#16 – Rare vertical Asafo Militia flag depicting a hen with her flock of seven brown and white chicks.

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Rare vertical Asafo Militia flag depicting a hen with her flock of seven brown and white chicks. The hen represents the Captain of an Asafo Company, and the chicks are the advisory council traditionally composed of seven elders. Message: Without a strong leader, the Company is as weak as a flock of chicks. Proverb: The hen may step on its chicks, but it does so to protect them, not to harm them. Dating from the early to mid-20th century flag has a narrow solid red border and no fringe. The appliquéd figures are hand sewn with embroidered details. Canvas and cotton textiles. 48in. X 34in. Exhibited Free Library of Philadelphia Gallery, 2013. Published in Emblems of Power: Asafo Flags from Ghana by Mary Sue and Paul P Rosen p. 86, Fig. 87.

#17 – Asafo Militia flag from a No.1 Company depicting a Chief holding an Akan sword standing beneath seve...

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#17 – Asafo Militia flag from a No.1 Company depicting a Chief holding an Akan sword standing beneath seven stars and a waning.

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Asafo Militia flag from a No.1 Company depicting a Chief holding an Akan sword standing beneath seven stars and a waning (inverted) crescent moon on a dark blue field that represents the night sky. The seven stars may stand for the members of the Chief’s council that is usually seven in number. Message: Strike when the opportunity is present or success will pass you by. Proverb: The stars are always shining over the town, but the moon is only there a few days before it dies. Appliquéd elements are hand sewn. Cotton textile. 60 in. X 35 in. Exhibited Free Library of Philadelphia Gallery, 2013. Published in Emblems of Power: Asafo Flags from Ghana by Mary Sue Rosen and Paul P Rosen p. 94, Fig. 104.

#18 – Asafo Militia flag depicting a Chief in a patterned robe pointing to an odum tree which is the sourc...

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#18 – Asafo Militia flag depicting a Chief in a patterned robe pointing to an odum tree which is the source of his spiritual powers and authority.

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Asafo Militia flag depicting a Chief in a patterned robe pointing to an odum tree which is the source of his spiritual powers and authority. A member of the Asafo Company is looking on. Message: All members of the Company are protected by the Chief. Proverb: A Chief is like an odum tree; he has no front or back (he is responsible for everyone). The canton is an unusual modification of the Union Jack. The figures are hand sewn with embroidered details. Cotton textile. 59.5in. X 30.5in.

#19 – Asafo Militia flag depicting a man standing at the top of a ladder brandishing a sword in his left h...

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#19 – Asafo Militia flag depicting a man standing at the top of a ladder brandishing a sword in his left hand and the head of a slain enemy in his right hand over a fire.

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Asafo Militia flag depicting a man standing at the top of a ladder brandishing a sword in his left hand and the head of a slain enemy in his right hand over a fire.The red stitching around the sword as well as on and below the right arm that is blood. In the nineteenth century and earlier, it was not unusual to cut off the head of an enemy soldier killed in battle. Message: The flag warns enemies not to mess with this Company. Proverb: Will you fly or will you run? Either way, you can’t get away. The canton is a modified Union Jack. The figures are hand sewn with embroidered details. Cotton textile. 54in. X 34in.

#20 – Asafo Militia flag depicting two No.1 Asafo Company soldiers in procession carrying rifles on their ...

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#20 – Asafo Militia flag depicting two No.1 Asafo Company soldiers in procession carrying rifles on their shoulders and baskets on their heads.

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Asafo Militia flag depicting two No.1 Asafo Company soldiers in procession carrying rifles on their shoulders and baskets on their heads Message: The No. 1 Asafo Company tells a rival that it comes in peace, but it is prepared to deliver a punishing response if provoked. Proverb: Our intent is peaceful, but we are prepared for war. This unusually shaped flag has no canton. Figures hand sewn with embroidered details. The green field has a subtle pattern of horizontal stripes. Cotton textile. 53in. X 41.5in. Exhibited Free Library of Philadelphia Gallery, 2013.

#21 – Asafo Militia flag depicting two fishermen hauling in one of two fish caught on a line as a black sh...

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#21 – Asafo Militia flag depicting two fishermen hauling in one of two fish caught on a line as a black shark is closing in on the second fish.

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Asafo Militia flag depicting two fishermen hauling in one of two fish caught on a line as a black shark is closing in on the second fish. Message: The No. 2 Company sees itself to be like a fish caught in a difficult position between fishermen and a shark who represent rival Companies. Proverb: One person, what should I do? The canton is a modified Union Jack. The flag is entirely hand sewn. Cotton textile. 63in. X 40.5in.

#22 – Ethiopian cross pendants (5). Metal alloy (nickel, copper, silver, etc.). 1 ½ in.- 2 ¾ in.

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#22 – Ethiopian cross pendants (5). Metal alloy (nickel, copper, silver, etc.). 1 ½ in.- 2 ¾ in.

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Ethiopian cross pendants (5). Metal alloy (nickel, copper, silver, etc.). 1 ½ in.- 2 ¾ in.

#23 – Ethiopian cross pendants (5). Metal alloy (nickel, copper, silver, etc.). 1 ½ in.- 3 in.

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#23 – Ethiopian cross pendants (5). Metal alloy (nickel, copper, silver, etc.). 1 ½ in.- 3 in.

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Ethiopian cross pendants (5). Metal alloy (nickel, copper, silver, etc.). 1 ½ in.- 3 in.

#24 – Ethiopian cross pendants (4). Metal alloy (nickel, copper, silver, etc.). 1 ½ in.- 3 in.

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#24 – Ethiopian cross pendants (4). Metal alloy (nickel, copper, silver, etc.). 1 ½ in.- 3 in.

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Ethiopian cross pendants (4). Metal alloy (nickel, copper, silver, etc.). 1 ½ in.- 3 in.

#25 – Ethiopian cross pendants (4). The largest pendant is articulated. Metal alloy (nickel, copper, silve...

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#25 – Ethiopian cross pendants (4). The largest pendant is articulated. Metal alloy (nickel, copper, silver, etc.). 1 ¾ in -3 ½ in.

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Ethiopian cross pendants (4). The largest pendant is articulated. Metal alloy (nickel, copper, silver, etc.). 1 ¾ in -3 ½ in.

#26 – Jewelry from Mali. (4) Ring (rare) with incised Koranic tablet; Tuareg bracelet with intricate incis...

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#26 – Jewelry from Mali. (4) Ring (rare) with incised Koranic tablet; Tuareg bracelet with intricate incised decoration; 2 Tuareg cross pendants. Ring 1 ¾ in.; Pendants l ½ in. – 2 ¾ in.; Bracelet 2 ½ in. diameter.

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Jewelry from Mali. (4) Ring (rare) with incised Koranic tablet; Tuareg bracelet with intricate incised decoration; 2 Tuareg cross pendants. Ring 1 ¾ in.; Pendants l ½ in. – 2 ¾ in.; Bracelet 2 ½ in. diameter.

#27 – Tuareg neck rings (2) and bracelets (2). Jewelry handcrafted by Tuareg, a semi nomadic people who in...

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#27 – Tuareg neck rings (2) and bracelets (2). Jewelry handcrafted by Tuareg, a semi nomadic people who inhabit the southern Sahara.

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Tuareg neck rings (2) and bracelets (2). Jewelry handcrafted by Tuareg, a semi nomadic people who inhabit the southern Sahara, particularly northern Mali and Niger. Crafted from from copper, brass, silver, and other metals. These pieces are decorated with ebony insets. Neck rings 5 ¼ in. diameter, 5 in. diameter; Bracelets 3 in. diameter, 2 ¼ in. diameter. See “Taureg Jewelry. Traditional Patterns and Symbols” by Helene E. Hagan.

#28 – Tuareg protective amulet with concave sides. Raised escutcheon and traditional engraved designs on f...

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#28 – Tuareg protective amulet with concave sides. Raised escutcheon and traditional engraved designs on front.

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Tuareg protective amulet with concave sides. Raised escutcheon and traditional engraved designs on front. A very fine piece crafted of silver, brass, and copper with leather cord. An amulet such as this might contain Koranic text or inscriptions. Mali or Niger. 4 ¼ in. See “Taureg Jewelry. Traditional Patterns and Symbols” by Helene E Hagan.

#29 – Assorted Tuareg pendants with diverse forms (4). Hand-shaped pendant consisting of 6 pyramidal segme...

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#29 – Assorted Tuareg pendants with diverse forms (4). Hand-shaped pendant consisting of 6 pyramidal segments suspened from a 4-strand cord 2 ¾ in.

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Assorted Tuareg pendants with diverse forms (4). Hand-shaped pendant consisting of 6 pyramidal segments suspened from a 4-strand cord 2 ¾ in.; cross-shaped pendant with incised designs on face on cord with beads and metal inserts, marked “EC+” on reverse 4in.; cross shapeds pendant with incised designs on face and no cord 4.5in.; small cross pendant pn cord with beads and metal insert marked “T1” on reverse 1 3/4 in. Alloys of various metals (copper, sliver, nickel, tin etc). See “Taureg Jewelry. Traditional Patterns and Symbols” by Helene E. Hagan.

#30 – Leather Ethiopian Amulets (9). Six are rectangular and three are cylindrical. Old and well worn.

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#30 – Leather Ethiopian Amulets (9). Six are rectangular and three are cylindrical. Old and well worn.

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Leather Ethiopian Amulets (9). Six are rectangular and three are cylindrical. Old and well worn. They may contain fragments of Koranic text or other spiritual material. These amulets are protective of evil and are worn to promote well being, Some decorated with embossed designs. All on leathers cords. Cylindrical 3 ½ in. long. Square 1 ½ width - 2 in. width.

#31 – Assorted handcrafted African bracelets (5). One bracelet of blue and clear glass beads hand sewn twi...

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#31 – Assorted handcrafted African bracelets (5). One bracelet of blue and clear glass beads hand sewn twisted design.

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Assorted handcrafted African bracelets (5). One bracelet of blue and clear glass beads hand sewn twisted design; a bracelet of blue and red glass beads hand sewn, twisted design; a bracelet of hand sewn green, red, black and white glass beads with spaced butterfly designs (Mali); a bracelet of twisted copper, iron and brass wire, worn as a protective charm (Guinea); a bangle bracelet of black and white woven plastic with four sections of red and yellow stripes (Ghana). 2 ¾ in. - 3 ¼ in. diameter.