The Power and Prestige of the African Throne of Njouteu
Discover the African Throne of Njouteu, a symbol of royal power in West Africa. Adorned with beads and cowry shells, it represents wealth and status.
00:00:00 African thrones from Cameroon Grassfields made for royalty in West Africa. Expresses royal power through materials, beadwork, and wood. The beading done by special artists took years.
👑 These thrones were made for royalty in the Cameroon Grassfields in West Africa.
💪 The kings and chiefs competed with each other to visually express their power and glory.
⏳ Creating a throne like this took years of time and specialized beadwork.
00:01:02 The African Throne of Njouteu is adorned with royal beads and cowry shells, symbolizing wealth and social status. The queen-mother holds a calabash while the king holds a royal drinking horn. The throne is only displayed during annual ceremonies.
👑 The throne is adorned with royal beads and cowry shells, symbolizing wealth and status.
🍷 The queen-mother holds a calabash for palm wine, while the king holds a drinking horn, both ritual objects.
🪑 Thrones like this are kept in storage and only brought out for annual ceremonies, highlighting the importance of seating.
00:02:05 Explore the sacred and powerful African throne of Njouteu, reserved for elite individuals and kings. Its significance lies in its ability to accumulate power over time and its revered status in the palace.
👑 The throne represents the highest elevation and power for a king.
📸 Kings in the region embraced early photography but posed in a composed manner.
💎 Thrones are considered sacred and hold power that is respected by all.
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