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Tag: symbolism

The Baobab

I tried drawing this evening and this is what I made. I call it the Baobab tree. The Baobab is an iconic African tree. It’s a symbol of the African Savannah that can survive in arid regions. The wood, barks, leaves, fruits and roots serve as food, drugs and raw materials for man and animals.… Continue reading The Baobab

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Published November 25, 2019
Categorized as Africa, culture/tradition Tagged Africa, baobab, drawing, imagery, symbolism
Oke’s Musings: Poetry, People and Places
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