Aya West African Adinkra Symbol
by Kandy Hurley
Title
Aya West African Adinkra Symbol
Artist
Kandy Hurley
Medium
Digital Art - Prints
Description
From my series Adinkra Symbols of West Africa, Aya is the fern which represents endurance and resourcefulness.
The Adinkra are visual symbols, originally created by the Akan. The symbols represent concepts or aphorisms.
Adinkra symbols are used extensively in fabrics and pottery They are incorporated into walls and other architectural features.
Fabric Adinkra are often made by woodcut sign writing as well as screen printing.
While the symbols have a decorative function they also represent objects that encapsulate evocative messages that convey traditional wisdom, aspects of life or the environment.
There are many different symbols with distinct meanings.
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September 7th, 2018
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Kandy Hurley
Thank you to the collector from Red Springs NC ~ your support of the arts is appreciated!
Kandy Hurley
Thank you to the collector from Great Falls, VA. your support of the arts is appreciated very much.
Lee Craig
One of my favorites in this series!
Kandy Hurley replied:
Thanks Lee one of mine too ~ endurance I think we know a little something about that!
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