UP STAIRS LIVING ROOM ARTWORK
Taking center stage as you enter our home is a stunning piece of artwork that immediately captures attention. Mounted on a stretched canvas, this painting showcases a vibrant depiction of some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife, rendered with exquisite detail and vivid colors. Created by talented local artists, the piece was thoughtfully acquired from the One Family Arts store at the Accra Arts Centre, reflecting both the rich artistic heritage of the region and our admiration for its natural beauty. This artwork not only enhances the living room but also serves as a tribute to Africa’s extraordinary creativity and wildlife.
Adinkra are visual symbols that represent concepts, proverbs, and aphorisms. They originated from the Gyaman people of Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire. Back then, they featured as prints on cloth which royals wore to important ceremonies. But they have transcended these Ghanaian and Ivorian origins. They now grace logos, clothing, furniture, architecture, and more. These new usages embody a global recognition of their profound cultural significance.
Saturated with meaning, Adinkra have come to represent the richness of Akan culture in particular and African culture in general. They serve as a concise way to convey deep truths in visual form. In fact, many of the symbols have their own associated Akan proverbs. Their widespread adoption, especially among African Americans and other Africans across the diaspora, has solidified their status as icons of African symbolism and philosophy.
