K to 12 BASIC EDUCATION CURRICULUM

SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Narra I integrated Schooli
1st Semester 2023-2024
Understanding Culture, Society and Politics
MIDTERMS
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ACTIVITY 8: MUSEUM VISIT

Imagine entering a museum where the alluring Kuduo artifact

represents the a hope for halting the relentless march of time. This brass
container, which was created in the 18th or 19th century by the Asante
people of the Akan peoples, offers an intriguing glimpse into the complex
web of history and culture. The Kuduo, the oldest object in the collection,
displays a subtle yet profound grace.

The Kuduo is a treasure chest as well as an item. During ceremonies,

it gleamed brightly and served as a protector of honor and security. The
Kuduo served a significant role, bridging the gap between the material
world and the spiritual realm during the holy journey to the afterlife. The
gold dust and nuggets it held within its dazzling brass arms represent more
than simple wealth; they embody a person's life energy, or their "kra." It
was placed next to the deceased and decorated with gold and offerings.

What most fascinates is the Kuduo's aesthetic narrative, a

magnificent blend of influences and origins. A harmonic fusion of aesthetic
traditions is reflected in its complicated design, which is decorated with a
jumble of geometric motifs. Thanks to components from Europe and North
Africa that were acquired in exchange for Akan antiques, the Kuduo has a
cosmopolitan appeal. Under its brass exterior, the locking mechanism
protecting the container's priceless contents is concealed, and the vessel's
symbolic position as a guardian of the treasure is reflected in the softly
elongating base, body, and handle.
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Developed by: ADONAI SHAMMAH M. LUMBA NIS 2023