Akrafokonmu “Soul Washer’s Discs”
Asante Pectoral “Soul Washer’s disc” (Akrafokonmu), 18th-19th century, Ghana, Gold alloy. 12cm. Pectorals were worn as a sign of rank and allegiance of the royal families at the festivities. They are worn by distinguished dignitaries and are also called soul disks. The symbol of the sun also allegorically stands for the radiant soul of Asantehene (Regent of the Asante) and is supposed to protect the bearers. The bearer also protects and holds a part of the soul of the chief. Thermoluminescence age determination (fired casting core material): approx. 180 years EX Jean L. David, Galerie Walu, Zurich, EX René David, Zurich
Akan Pectoral “Soul Washer’s disc” (Akrafokonmu), Ghana Material: Wood covered with hammered gold foil. D: ca. 13 cm, D: ca. 5,1 inch EX Zemanek-Münster, Wurzburg, Bavaria, DE, EX private German collection
