Erzulie Freda is one of the most popular Lwas desired by drapo collectors. Erzulie Freda is the Vodou Lwa of love and beauty. When she possesses someone at a ceremony she often seeks to put on fine clothing, make-up, jewelry and perfume. She can act very coquettishly with men attending the ceremony. Occasionally she begins weeping uncontrollably. Once I asked Erzulie why she cries like that and she replied "because there is not enough love in the world". This flag in done by the artist Art Ernjo and is clearly signed in sequins by the artist in the bottom banners. This particular flag is well balanced both in subject matter and sequin work. The image really pops out at you as it is all outlined in black sequins. Erzulie's Veve is done in pink and red sequins and accented with pearl-like seed beads. ERZILI FREDA is picked out in opalescent sequins in the top banners. The background is semi sequined in gold, red and brown. The background fabric is red satin and the border fabric in Fuscia satin. This flag measures 13.75" high by 13" wide. There is no damage to the fabric or sequins and no loose or missing sequins. |
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