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The king of the Ashanti people welcomes an English mission
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The king of the Ashanti people welcomes an English mission
The King of the Ashanti (Ghana) welcomes an English mission led by Thomas Bowdich, 1817. Drummers and dancers with torches perform in front of nobles under parasols and flags. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Antonio Sasso from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World, Florence, Italy, 1843
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Ashanti Dancers Drummers Ferrario Ghana Giulio Hospitality Mission Parasols Peoples Procession Sasso Torch
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This image depicts a significant moment in the history of Ghana, as the King of the Ashanti people extends a warm welcome to an English mission led by Thomas Bowdich in 1817. The King, dressed regally in gold and adorned with beads and other traditional accoutrements, sits majestically on a throne, surrounded by his nobles who offer him the respect and deference due to their monarch. The air is filled with anticipation and excitement as drummers and dancers, their bodies bathed in the flickering light of torches, perform a lively procession. The scene is further enhanced by the presence of parasols and flags, symbols of the Ashanti people's rich cultural heritage and their commitment to hospitality. Thomas Bowdich, an English explorer and ethnographer, was the first European to document the Ashanti people in detail. He spent several months living among them, learning their customs, language, and way of life. This encounter marked the beginning of a complex and often tumultuous relationship between the Ashanti and the British, which would shape the political landscape of Ghana for decades to come. The intricately hand-coloured copperplate engraving, created by the renowned Italian artist Antonio Sasso for Giulio Ferrario's "Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World," offers a vivid and detailed portrayal of this historic moment. The image not only captures the essence of the Ashanti people's vibrant culture but also serves as a testament to the enduring power of hospitality and the ability of human connection to bridge cultural divides.
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