Smitholas · Lagos State · Nigeria
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Eyo Orisha Painting Painting, Acrylic on Canvas Size: 42 W x 30 H x 2 D in
Description: The word "Eyo" also refers to the costumed dancers, known as the
masquerades that come out during the festival. The origins of this observance are found in the inner workings of the secret societies of Lagos.The Eyo or Adamu Orisa play is a colourful display of the rich culture and tradition of Lagos by masquerades clad in white regalia symbolically representative of the ancestors of Lagos who have come from the spirit world to cleanse the land and bless the people.
Medium
Acrylic
Dimensions
42 x 30 x 42 inches
Weight
1.5 kg
Framing
—
Year created
2024
Availability
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Curated for its storytelling, materiality, and collector feedback. Pair it with warm lighting and neutral palette interiors to let its textures shine.
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Smitholas
Lagos State · Nigeria
I am Smith Olaoluwa, a renowned international artist with a deep passion for creating vibrant and thought-provoking works. Born and raised i...
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