Preserving the Asante cultural craft of traditional goldplating: Lessons from Asante goldsmiths

Traditional goldplating among Asante goldsmiths remains a highly efficient, low-cost, and aesthetically pleasing technique that continues to hold its value despite the rise of electroplating. This study reveals that indigenous goldplating practices, though undocumented, maintain their relevance in Ghana's jewellery industry. Through qualitative research involving interviews, observations, and photography with 19 Asante goldsmiths, the study highlights the need for preserving this cultural craft by passing down skills to apprentices. The findings underscore traditional goldplating as a viable alternative to modern methods, advocating its conservation to sustain Asante heritage.

Baah, O. P. K., Adom, D., Samuel, A., Peggy, A. F., Tetteh, N. A.,. (2023). Preserving the Asante cultural craft of traditional goldplating: Lessons from Asante goldsmiths. Journal of African Art Education, (2), 1–20. https://doi.org/10.59739/jaae.v3i2.082301