Chokwe Mask | Exhibition Print

Chokwe Mask | Exhibition PrintEdition: Limited to 10 Size: 29. 7cm x 42cm Paper: Somerset Velvet for Epson 255 gsm, 100% cotton rag From the Chokwe peoples of Angola and neighbouring regions of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Zambia. Chokwe masks are made to be worn in masquerade, where the face, costume, movement, and music work together to create a public character. Mwana Pwo (young woman) is one of the best known Chokwe masquerade figures. Carved by men and

and music work together to create a public character

Carved by men and traditionally danced by a male performer

it is inspired by two masks

with distinct approaches to parting

rendered here as the river flowing beneath Ṣàngó’s feet

closely related names and concepts appear

Sowei helmet masks belong to the all-female Sande society and are worn in public ceremony by senior women

we offer the print on Somerset Velvet for Epson

while the orisa dwell in Ọ̀run with Olódùmarè

with delivery expected to take 2-4 weeks

He pours sand onto the waters

and in performance they help signal the spirit presence the masquerade brings into view