Monday, January 21, 2008
Adinkra Symbols of West Africa
http://www-01dept.princeton.edu/lcst/symbols/
In looking at a global map and an associated timeline for prehistoric art, I wanted to review the evolution of symbols and pattern imagery found in Africa -- where the oldest art object (see previous post) has been found -- to see if I could identify a 'next step' or transitional phase. I was looking, in particular, for evidence of embellished phosphene symbols. And I think I've found them in the Adinkra symbols of West Africa.