Thinking Man In African Art and Life Sciences
Often carved in Mohogany, the Thinking Man or Thinker Man is a timeless projection of African ethics, tradition and leadership.
"After deep thought I knew what to do. Whatever I have done in haste I now know how to correct. After deep thought I know the direction, when before I did not see the path "- Yamenita Rose Quartz
In African Culture the ability to think instead of react is essential for Kingship. This statue comes in many designs in a variety of countries, tribes and families. The distinctive characteristic is the figure of a man in sober meditation, either with his head in both hands or resting on one hand. It represents the internal battle that is required to function at ones best. Do you agree that no decision is easy? Do we take enough time away from social media and others "thought projections" (energy) to go within before "acting out" ? Indeed there is a great quality to this piece for the people who have descended from Africa. Let's give thanks that keys to culture and leadership our carved in wood and available for us to integrate into our lives.
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