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A wonderful old large military flag from Ghana.
Asafo is a Fante military institution, made up of local companies, each …
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A wonderful old large military flag from Ghana.
Asafo is a Fante military institution, made up of local companies, each with its own name, number, regalia, shrine and set of flags, and imagery. This Asafo flag most likely dates from before Ghanaian independence in 1957 (note the British Union Jack in the upper-left corner) and served as an emblem of pride.
The designs were chosen to represent specific characteristics within the company and often referenced Ghanaian proverbs and folklore, made by men utilizing trade cloth, stitching, cotton, and applique. From a wonderful old private collection
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- Dimensions
- 109ʺW × 0.01ʺD × 41ʺH
- Frame Type
- Unframed
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Ghana
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Cotton
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Light areas of discoloration, small fays, and stains all commensurate with age and use. Light areas of discoloration, small fays, and stains all commensurate with age and use. less
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