Arican? carved wall hanging thing

something else i picked up at the local auction for a tenner

not sure i like it or not or what its supposed to represent, just looked interesting

guessing african but totally unsure

large about 20 inches

seems quite crudely carved so guessing touristy

any thoughts or info appreciated

 

The meaning and philosophical significance of Gye Nyame
Gye Nyame is an Akan expression that literally means “Except God.” It expresses the omnipotence and supremacy of God in all affairs.

Gye Nyame is arguably the most popular Adinkra symbol. It expresses the deep faith the Akans have in the Supreme Being, called by many names and titles including Onyame (Nyame), Onyankopɔn, Twereduampɔn (the reliable one), and many others.

In the Akan scheme of things, God (Nyame) is omnipotent, omnipresent and omniscient.

Gye Nyame has become an icon of all Adinkra, encapsulating the faith of an African people who see God’s involvement in every aspect of human life.

The expression “Gye Nyame” can be used in many ways. For example, it could signal the necessity of God’s intervention in a difficult situation which transcends the ability of man to resolve. It could also be used to show the relative greatness of a task or entity. For instance, by saying “Obiara ntumi nku me, gye Nyame,” (literally “Nobody can kill me except God”) the speaker signifies his hardiness as well as his faith in God to protect him from harm.

 

it's mounted on a Chiefs seat , with crossed Ashanti ceremonial swords...

 

so likely from Ghana ....... with some age to it !

 

awesome help thanks buddy, couldn't ask for more !

Legend

 

you....always welcome Bro !