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CLAY 5 (C5)

Adashi, Ga Samai, a traditional symbol, it marks paying of respects and/or a show of appreciation.

CLAY 13 (C13)

Fiayi, Ewe Dzesiwo, a traditional symbol said to originate from a myth that developed into a proverb represented in art form and referred to as a sword of authority or office of a leader.  Special circumstances can compel the use of the royal sword/cutlass to fell a tree.

CLAY 18 (C18)

Accents – raffia, recycled glass beads and a re presentation of adinkra

CLAY 25 (C25)

Atoobi, Ga Samai, a traditional symbol, size notwithstanding, even a a little bird deserves respect.

CLAY 22 (C22)

A hand painted representation of one of hundreds of decorative Akan gold weights used between 1400 and 1900, before paper currency was introduced.  These miniature sculptures carved with detailed depictions of animals and people can be re presented as we have, on clay.

CLAY 24 (C24)

The Kuronti, one of a set of 4, the name in Akan Twi translates as ‘head of the town’.  A title given to a sub chief. A ceremonial band and mark of leadership is hand painted in black, repeat patterns that can be found in kente cloths.

CLAY 99 (C99)

Duafe, Akan Adinkra, a traditional symbol and celebration of the grace, goodness and fragrant beauty of a woman.  Duafe is a wooden comb, a prized possession that an Akan woman would use in her grooming.

CLAY 103 (C103)

A themed selection of 10 Akan Adinkra symbols that represent core values. They include – Fihankra, a safe secure home; Sunsum, purity and spirituality; Okodee Mmowere, the talons of an eagle are a symbol of dexterity and strength; Hye won Hye, a symbol of endurance, Bese saka, a symbol of hard earned wealth and success; […]

CLAY 93 (C93)

Ese ne Tekerema, Akan Adinkra, a traditional symbol, the teeth and the tongue must work together, a representation of friendship, interdependence and practical unity.