Goldweight [Cluster of Sticks] 19th-20th century

This small bronze "Goldweight [Cluster of Sticks]" from the Akan people, dated to the 19th-20th century, is a testament to the intricate artistry and cultural significance of West African weights. These weights were used in weighing gold dust, a crucial commodity in Akan society, and their diverse forms often represented symbols of wealth, power, and social status. This particular goldweight's intricate design of stacked sticks, likely representing a bundle of sticks or a cluster of trees, is a testament to the Akan people's ingenuity and artistic skill.