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VOL. 12, ISSUE 7 (2025)
Sociocultural and textile technological influences on royal regalia among chiefs in Ghana
Authors
Henry Ofosu Ameyaw, Theresa addai, Benjamin Quarshie
Abstract
This study examines the culture of royal regalia among Kwahu chiefs in
Ghana, with a focus on fashion trends and ethnic symbolism. Using qualitative
methods, including archival research, observations, and focused group
interviews with 20 Kwahu chiefs and elders, the research employs critical
visual content analysis rooted in aesthetic theories. The findings indicate a
shift from traditional to modernized celebrations, influencing the symbolic
regalia of Kwahu chiefs while maintaining the cloth wrapping tradition.
Differences in fashion tastes reflect the significance of occasions, colour
symbolism, and ceremonial duties, with royal fashion linked to retrospective
events that denote power and wealth. Textile technology advancements impact
regalia quality across epochs, with some historical regalia accessories lost
due to relevance decline and succession dynamics. Recommendations include
revitalising lesser-known traditional festivals, emphasising indigenous royal
regalia preservation, and integrating traditional elements into the Kwahu
Easter festival to reinforce cultural identity. This study contributes to
cultural preservation discourse, emphasising the role of indigenous knowledge
in sustaining Ghana's heritage.
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Pages:61-67
How to cite this article:
Henry Ofosu Ameyaw, Theresa addai, Benjamin Quarshie "Sociocultural and textile technological influences on royal regalia among chiefs in Ghana". International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, Vol 12, Issue 7, 2025, Pages 61-67
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