"Ashanti paramount chiefs delight in the festive atmosphere: the chief greets his subjects with joy from his palanquin. Following him are large wooden Fontomfrom drums which “speak” of the king’s ancestry" More images, videos and information about the history, customs and traditions of the Ashanti can be found by visiting www.africaonlinemuseum.org Image by African Ceremonies: Carol Beckwith & Angela Fisher #ASHANTI#Ghana#Africa#WestAfrica#NationalGeographic