After the walls have been restored with a mixture of mud and dung, white chalk signifying purity is rubbed on to smooth the surface and add highlight. The Kassena women then use coal tar mixed with sand and boiling water to paint their traditional patterns. The tar is absorbed into the mud surface and acts as an antiseptic and renders the surface water impermeable.
Image Number: APN556907

APN556907

Title: P.40.tif Description: After the walls have been restored with a mixture of mud and dung, white chalk signifying purity is rubbed on to smooth the surface and add highlight. The Kassena women then use coal tar mixed with sand and boiling water to paint their traditional patterns. The tar is absorbed into the mud surface and acts as an antiseptic and renders the surface water impermeable. City: Kassena Country: Ghana Date Created: 1986-1990 Creator: Margaret Courtney-Clarke Credit Notice: Margaret Courtney-Clarke / african.pictures Keywords: Rights usage terms: Restrictions:  This image does NOT have all model and property releases. Additional clearance may be required for non-editorial use and for use in association with socially sensitive subject matter