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Animal Imagery as Power Metaphors by joehensem is a document available to read on EtoBox.
This document analyzes how ancient African cultures used animal imagery as metaphors for power in their art. For example, among the Fon people of the Kingdom of Dahomey, the image of a lion was commonly used to depict qualities like courage, generosity, and strength associated with royalty and leadership. One notable example discussed is a divination portrait created by King Glele of Dahomey that depicted him with the image of a lion, representing his divine power and authority as king. Different poses and
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- joehensem
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