Dwanimen, Ghana, Ashanti (Murdock 32:18). April 25, 1973. 5-11755, acc no. 2931, file code 1.6. Collector: Dr. Keita K. Kankam. Donor: Univ. Approp. Materials, techniques: gourd with reed splints Context of use: to stamp designs on Adinkra cloth; this spec. is like #10 in article in acc. env.; illustrates proverb "the strength of the ram lies in its horns." See symbol sheet for symbol in Ashanti. Description: Printing block for Adinkra cloth; gourd head with reed splint handle; 4 spirals with central diamond-like design; l. 9.3 cm. Reference: see article in acc. env.; also Kate P. Kent, West African Cloth, Denver Mus. of N. H. Museum Pictorial No. 2.
Donor:
Keita K. Kankam and University Appropriation
Collection place:
Ghana
Verbatim coll. place:
Ghana; Ashanti (Mur. 32:18)
Culture or time period:
Ashanti
Collector:
Keita K. Kankam
Collection date:
April 25, 1973
Object type:
ethnography
Function:
1.6 Manufacturing, Constructing, Craft, and Professional Pursuits
Accession date:
1973
Department:
Africa (except Ancient Egypt)
Loans:
S1976-1977 #45: Presidio Army Museum (February 11, 1977–February 25, 1977)