adinkra
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Any of a set of visual symbols representing concepts or aphorisms, originally created by the Akan of Ghana and the Gyaman of Côte d'Ivoire in West Africa, often used as artistic devices.
(physics) A graphical representation of supersymmetric algebras, consisting of coloured finite connected simple graphs that are bipartite and n-regular.
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Adinkra main Adinkra symbols by Robert Sutherland Rattray During the 13th century, Ghanaians developed their unique art of adinkra printing.
The Adinkra symbols have a decorative function as tattoos but also represent objects that encapsulate evocative messages that convey traditional wisdom, aspects of life or the environment.
Hand-printed and hand- embroidered adinkra clothes were made and used exclusively by the then Ghanaian royalty for devotional ceremonies.
Swastika like symbol №12 Swastika can be found on Ashanti gold weights and among adinkra symbols in West Africa.
Nana Addo wore a fabric with Adinkra symbols.