Jean-Baptiste Djèka
Polito Mask I
Store Review (0)PRESENTED BY : Christopher Moller Gallery
R 114,570.00
ex. vat
SKU
jean-baptiste-djaka_polito-mask-i
| Frame | None |
|---|---|
| Medium | Mixed media on canvas |
| Height | 100.00 cm |
| Width | 100.00 cm |
| Artist | Jean-Baptiste Djèka |
| Year | 2019 |
Signed by artist.
The tension between traditional mores and 21st century inevitability is clear in this poignant piece – traditional African heritage shows its face through Djéka’s use of carved masks while the influx of Westernism and pop culture into traditional African life is clear through his introduction of emojis and tailored suits.
