File:AkyeFinial.jpg
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English: Finial, Attie (or Akye) peoples, Côte d'Ivoire, Late 19th to early 20th century, Ivory
The use of ivory and the depiction of a seated pose are associated with wealth and power throughout Africa. An Attie (or Akye) ruler or dignitary could emphasize his authority or prominence by carrying a staff, cane or spear topped with this exquisitely carved ivory figure shown seated upon an imported chair. The figure's features and clothing suggest he is European. The pose reflects the respectful seated posture that Africans and informed foreign visitors adopt in formal situations when visiting a notable, viewing a ceremony or attending a public event. (National Museum of African Art) |
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| Author | cliff1066 |
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This image was originally posted to Flickr by cliff1066 at https://www.flickr.com/photos/28567825@N03/2922768673. It was reviewed on 22 October 2008 by FlickreviewR and was confirmed to be licensed under the terms of the cc-by-2.0. |
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