Raphael Kanyire Seidu
Biographic Data
| ID | 4098924 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Raphael Kanyire Seidu |
| GIVEN NAMES | Raphael Kanyire |
| FAMILY NAME | Seidu |
| SIGNATURE | SEIDU R K |
| AFFILIATIONS | Twitter (United States) |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-2053-0194 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 5 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 5 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2020 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2025 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
The Influence of Change on Indigenous Strip-Woven Fabrics in Ghana
Indigenous art forms like textiles have undergone critical transitions to their current form due to the influence of change in the environment. Studies in recent times have identified new creativity by weavers in the major weaving communities. This study therefore seeks to identify the influence and effects of change on colours, techniques, tools and materials as well as gender roles on strip-woven fabrics in Ghana. Qualitative research coupled w…
The “Authenticity Discourse” in Contemporary Application of West African Textiles
This study provides a contextual discussion and re-thinking of the concept of authenticity of West African Textile designs with the changing nature of art and design practices. It further discusses how textile fabrics have evolved through a complex mix of cultural assimilation, translation, transformation and migration; and simultaneously how the various African diasporas have created a dialogue that has shaped subsequent textile developments uti…
A Comparative Study on the Techniques, Tools and Materials for Indigenous Weaving in Ghana
Strip woven fabrics such as kente, kete and smock have continued to be precious cloths that promote the cultural heritage of the people in Ghana. These fabrics were originally woven for the royals, chiefs and special individuals in the society for specific events, but are currently being used by people from all walks of life for different purposes. Recent studies majored their investigation on the history and symbolism of indigenous fabrics, with…
Environmental Sustainability through Textile Jewellery for Fashion in Ghana
Jewellery has been widely used for personal beautification or adornment for generations. In recent years, studies have shown the use of alternative materials for jewellery that promotes environmental sustainability. This study conducted by undergraduate students in an art studio context, therefore, aims at producing textile jewellery pieces that are environmentally safe, made from alternative materials including the re-use of waste materials for …
The State of Kete Development in the Volta Region
Kente has gained considerable prestige in terms of recognition among all African textiles. Amidst its popularity, kente or kete cloth has experienced several transitions from its initial form through to its current state. The study presents an account on the developmental phases of Ewe kete cloth in the Volta region of Ghana. The study which was carried out in Agotime-Kpetoe and Agbozume in the Volta region employed purposive sampling to identify…
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The State of Kete Development in the Volta Region
Kente has gained considerable prestige in terms of recognition among all African textiles. Amidst its popularity, kente or kete cloth has experienced several transitions from its initial form through to its current state. The study presents an account on the developmental phases of Ewe kete cloth in the Volta region of Ghana. The study which was carried out in Agotime-Kpetoe and Agbozume in the Volta region employed purposive sampling to identify…
Environmental Sustainability through Textile Jewellery for Fashion in Ghana
Jewellery has been widely used for personal beautification or adornment for generations. In recent years, studies have shown the use of alternative materials for jewellery that promotes environmental sustainability. This study conducted by undergraduate students in an art studio context, therefore, aims at producing textile jewellery pieces that are environmentally safe, made from alternative materials including the re-use of waste materials for …
A Comparative Study on the Techniques, Tools and Materials for Indigenous Weaving in Ghana
Strip woven fabrics such as kente, kete and smock have continued to be precious cloths that promote the cultural heritage of the people in Ghana. These fabrics were originally woven for the royals, chiefs and special individuals in the society for specific events, but are currently being used by people from all walks of life for different purposes. Recent studies majored their investigation on the history and symbolism of indigenous fabrics, with…
The “Authenticity Discourse” in Contemporary Application of West African Textiles
This study provides a contextual discussion and re-thinking of the concept of authenticity of West African Textile designs with the changing nature of art and design practices. It further discusses how textile fabrics have evolved through a complex mix of cultural assimilation, translation, transformation and migration; and simultaneously how the various African diasporas have created a dialogue that has shaped subsequent textile developments uti…
The Influence of Change on Indigenous Strip-Woven Fabrics in Ghana
Indigenous art forms like textiles have undergone critical transitions to their current form due to the influence of change in the environment. Studies in recent times have identified new creativity by weavers in the major weaving communities. This study therefore seeks to identify the influence and effects of change on colours, techniques, tools and materials as well as gender roles on strip-woven fabrics in Ghana. Qualitative research coupled w…
Crafts, Textile, and Design (5 works) · Sociology (4 works) · Engineering (3 works) · Political science (3 works) · Textile (3 works) · Archaeology (2 works) · Architecture, Art, Education (2 works) · Art (2 works) · Fashion and Cultural Textiles (2 works) · History (2 works)