Revealing the Meanings of the Symbols on African Fabrics and Dresses
Despite the proliferation of a number of clothing styles and a plethora of designs, African Fabrics and Dresses never seem to lose their essence and relevance in the modern society. The hidden meanings embedded in the colours and patterns of the African dresses make them somewhat interesting and different.
A distinctive feature of these unique dresses is their use of intricate patterns, festive colours, and figurative symbols to communicate meaning. These garments are more than mere adornment. According to Dr. Yankah, Professor of Linguistics at the University of Ghana, these things are used not only to commemorate historical events, praise political heroes, and to assert social identities, but also a form of rhetoric- a medium for the silent projection of argument.
Adinkra Cloth
Native to Ghana, Adinkra cloth is an embroidered and dyed cloth decorated with Adinkra symbols using...