Decoding the Royal Arts of Aboakyir

Abstract

The decoding of the Royal Arts of Aboakyir sought to assess the philosophical symbolism, artistic impression, aesthetics and the socio-cultural impact of the stools and bottom rests used by the Kings and Queens of Efutu land during the recent Aboakyir festival. The study discussed four (4) stools and three (3) bottom rests. The qualitative research approach was adapted and the instruments used for the study were observation, descriptive and interview. The study revealed that, the Royal Arts of Aboakyir has philosophical symbolism, artistic impression, aesthetics and the socio-cultural impact on the people of Efutu land which need to be documented and studied in order to preserve this rich cultural heritage for posterity.

Keywords: Efutu People; Stools and Bottom Rests; Socio-Cultural Importance; Royal Arts; Symbolism; Aboakyir.