Wodaabe - Chad
Wodaabe | Gerewol festival, Chari-Baguirmi region | Chad, 2016
The Ginnol is a f iendish mythical creature whom the Wodaabe believe comes from the barren lands. It can only be seen as a reflection or shadow – as if mimicking the heat haze of the day, like a desert mirage – or as a
distant fire that disappears over the horizon as the sun sets. The fear inflicted by these stories and beliefs has been known to drive people insane. The safest place to avoid the Ginnol is the wuro, the ultimate safe haven,
where there is food, water and the comfort of family.
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Editions
Limited to 19
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frame
Wallnut wood
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glass
Musem glass
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Sizes
074 x 062 cm - Edition of 9
120 x 100 cm - Edition of 6
170 x 140 cm - Edition of 3
207 x 170 cm - Edition of 1
