Nkyinkyim (twisting) is the Adinkra symbol for initiative, dynamism and versatility.
Adinkra are visual symbols, originally created by the Akan (meta-ethnicity and Potou–Tano Kwa ethno-linguistic group residing on the Gulf of Guinea), that represent concepts or aphorisms.
The symbols have a decorative function but 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, often linked with proverbs. In the words of Anthony Appiah (African historiographer), they were one of the means in a pre-literate society for "supporting the transmission of a complex and nuanced body of practice and belief".
This artwork was made by my friend Erunise, with a little guidance from me :)
Items needed:
1.Cut a piece of wood to about 5x3x0.5 cm. I used a cherry tree branch which was particularly hard to cut.
2. Sand it down and drill the string hole. Engrave it.
Nkyinkyim, 2015, Woodburn on cherry wood, Zenith Adi and Erunise
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