Haitian Drapeau, Vodou Flag, Mermaid, La Siren, Haiti
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Anonymous (Haitian/20th c.)
La Siren with Trumpet
Vodou Flag: Sequins and beads on fabric
Dimensions: 31 3/4 x 27 3/4 inches
Provenance:
Acquired outside of Musee d'art Haitien, 1980's
Anne Grimmer-James Fastenrath Collection
Lot Essay:
Flags and banners known as "Drapo" or "Drapeau" are an art long associated with Haitian Vodou (formerly spelled Voodoo in English). Vodou Drapo are traditionally specific to a particular Lwa (spirit). Some contemporary "Drapo" create narrative scenes, while others reference current or historical events.
La Siren with Trumpet
Vodou Flag: Sequins and beads on fabric
Dimensions: 31 3/4 x 27 3/4 inches
Provenance:
Acquired outside of Musee d'art Haitien, 1980's
Anne Grimmer-James Fastenrath Collection
Lot Essay:
Flags and banners known as "Drapo" or "Drapeau" are an art long associated with Haitian Vodou (formerly spelled Voodoo in English). Vodou Drapo are traditionally specific to a particular Lwa (spirit). Some contemporary "Drapo" create narrative scenes, while others reference current or historical events.
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Haitian Drapeau, Vodou Flag, Mermaid, La Siren, Haiti
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