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This research aims to analyze and compare the evolutionary paths of indigenous pottery traditions in Northern Ghana and South Korea, focusing on their sustainability amid modernization.

January 25, 2026American Journal of Art and DesignOpen Access

Cultural Evolution in Clay: A Comparative Analysis of Indigenous Pottery Trajectories in Northern Ghana and South Korea

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This research aims to analyze and compare the evolutionary paths of indigenous pottery traditions in Northern Ghana and South Korea, focusing on their sustainability amid modernization.
Conducted a cross-cultural comparative framework analysis.
Examined the community-based model of Northern Ghana versus the state-driven model of South Korea.
Analyzed the socio-political, economic, and institutional factors affecting pottery practices.
Considered historical data from the mid-1970s to the present.
Northern Ghana’s pottery traditions are under strain from urbanization and economic pressures.
South Korea’s approach incorporates institutional support and technology, enhancing resilience.
Modernity affects artistic practices differently, impacting economic viability and cultural identity in each context.
The study provides insights into adaptive strategies for the preservation of indigenous crafts.

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Comparative analysis reveals differing impacts of modernization on pottery traditions in Ghana and South Korea, suggesting adaptive strategies for heritage sustainability.

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Akuamoah et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6975b32bfeba4585c2d6e95a https://doi.org/10.11648/j.ajad.20261101.11

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Comparative analysis reveals differing impacts of modernization on pottery traditions in Ghana and South Korea, suggesting adaptive strategies for heritage sustainability.

Cultural Evolution in Clay: A Comparative Analysis of Indigenous Pottery Trajectories in Northern Ghana and South Korea

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Cultural Evolution in Clay: A Comparative Analysis of Indigenous Pottery Trajectories in Northern Ghana and South Korea

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