Ghana
Ashanti – Akan

Wood, rattan fiber rope 
Mid 20th Century
Length: 18.5 in, Width: 4.25 in, Depth: 2.375 in
Idiophone – Rasp – Scraped

Hand carved figural rasp from one piece of wood. The wooden ring is rubbed across the ribbed “belly” in a rhythmic fashion. Skilled carving possibly for art market. Diamond geometric design carving on forehead.  The back is hallowed out as seen in the picture.