Gye Nyame - Silk 33cm

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The Adinkra are symbols originating from the Ashanti of Ghana representing adages, proverbs or spiritual concepts. Originally printed on clothing worn by kings during important cer emonies, the Adinkra symbols are now found on pottery, furniture, architectural elements... Each symbol is a unique phrase or proverb. Our silk square "Gye Nyame" uses this popular eponymous symbol which means "I fear no one except God". This reflects his omnipotence and the faith of the Ashanti; Nyame being the god of the Akan (Ashanti ethnic group). Show more