Ancient Connections: Unraveling the Mystery of Rwandan Imigongo and Mesopotamian Art
Channel: Writer in Rwanda
Date: 12/12/2021

In this video, I share my theory of a potential connection between the traditional Rwandan artwork, imigongo, and the ancient Mesopotamian city of Uruk. Join me on a journey through history and art as we discuss the striking similarities between the Cone Temple at Uruk, Tiebele in Burkina Faso, and imigongo patterns. Could there be a cultural link or migration route that led to the resemblance? Watch to explore the fascinating possibilities and share your thoughts in the comments below.

The Modern Met article on houses in Burkina Faso: https://mymodernmet.com/african-village-burkina-faso/

After posting the video, I found a bit more information relating to the dress code in Tiebele, where they prize umbrellas as a symbol of power: "Umbrellas were used in Mesopotamia as early as 1400 B.C. for protection from the sun not rain and they were also symbols of status and rank." - http://factsanddetails.com/world/cat56/sub363/item1522.html

National Geographic video on imigongo art: https://youtu.be/7cnkCP2yQ6w

If you are visiting Rwanda, you can learn to make imigongo at the Asizi Life studio in Kigali: https://azizilife.com/visit-rwanda/studio/

History of the Kings of Gisaka: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kigeli_II_Nyamuheshera

Who Are The Cushitic People, History of the Cushitic Peoples: https://youtu.be/LZUrOAlNzvQ

Simitic language spread: https://youtu.be/G5MiFRW1OCo

Artist’s impression of Uruk by Jeff Brown Graphics https://www.jeffbrowngraphics.com/

Top View Hill Hotel, Rusizi: http://nyungwehotel.com/

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