Kuduo Owned by Dr. John T. Biggers

Item

Original Title
title unknown
Devised Title
Kuduo Owned by Dr. John T. Biggers
Date
1993
Creator
Vernon Simmons
Description
This drawing by Vernon Simmons depicts a kuduo, vessels owned by kings in Akan kingdoms (modern-day Ghana), adorned by tortoises, a sign of longevity. The central figure seated under the umbrella is the asantehene, the ruler of the Ashanti people; he is surrounded by attendants.
Primary Subject
1900-1999
HBCU student work
Art
Additional Subject
African art
African diaspora
Afrocentrism
Type
Print
Medium
pencils on paper
Measurements
29 1/2 in x 22 3/4 in
Format
JPEG
HBCU Identifier
pc20
HCAC Identifier
HCAC.TSU.0029
Contributing Institution
Texas Southern University
Collection
Permanent Collection
Item sets
TSU Drawings