Akua'ba is also known as Ashanti doll,it is a traditional doll originated by the Ashanti people (Ghanaian),it symbolizes fertility, culture and beauty. This culture or practice was originated in the 19th century ,it is used as fertility charms for barren women .
It is a wooden/clay construction and the facial features are also crafted out . It is also accerosized with traditional ashanti clothing and jewelry ,it also have ornamate hairstyles and adornments on it.
The Ashanti(s) are one of the largest ethnic groups ,and their women hold significant roles both in the social and cultural aspect , child bearing and fertility are the greatest priority for yhe Ashanti people.
Akua'ba is the symbolic representation of the Ashanti identity, culture,value and norms. The doll symbolize fertility and the ability of a woman to give birth.
The doll also represent empowerment (women roles ,power, capability and strength).
The doll helps to preserve the cultural legacy , heritage and identity of the Ashanti people.
The dolls are being display and showcase in different museum and art gallery, it also promote African cultures and traditions world wide.
Ashanti have interesting traditions and culture , they are very respectful , hospitality,unity ,kind , hardworking and generous people.
They name their children after the days of the week they were born ,the boys undergo circumcision while their girls undergo puberty rites.
The Ashanti are also good in wood craving, kente cloth weaving and goldsmithing ,they sing and dance,they are also good in storytelling that is oral traditions and history.
Ashanti are rich in traditions,values and norms.