Golden Hour Archive
A living archive exploring Ghanaian femininity and beauty through skincare, art, and storytelling.
ENTRY II: GOLD
Gold has always held a special place in Ghana's culture. Gold was never simply a precious metal. It reflected wealth, authority, spirituality, and the enduring value of life itself. It adorned kings and queens, marked sacred occasions, and became a visible expression of what was worthy of honor and protection. Gold is seen as the earthly reflection of the sun. It carries warmth, light, and reminds us that what is most valuable often shines from within. It is a symbol of care, of legacy, and of the parts of ourselves...
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ENTRY I: DUAFE
I first came across the Duafe while building this collection. It wasn't something I grew up knowing about. I found it through hours of research that eventually led me to museum collections around the world, where objects like these now live, far from the people who created them. At first glance, the Duafe is simply a beautifully carved wooden comb. But in Akan culture, it was much more than that. It was used to care for the hair, yes, but it was also a treasured gift. Loved ones gave these...
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