A very old ladle with a beautiful, ornate handle and openwork decoration on the globular handle. These objects are generally linked to the ancient gold trade. Ashanti Kingdom, Ghana, c. XVII-XVIIIth century Copper alloy, piercing and old native restoration, very fine old oxidation, earthy excavation patina and very fine wear patina. L.: 20cm Provenance: Réginald Groux Collection, Paris Réginald Groux Collection, Paris