MAMI WATA (2000)

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45.7cm x 61cm (18" x 24" ) £1000.00
(Code A0005)
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Mami Wata is a water spirit, sometimes described as a mermaid figure, who can be found throughout the western coastal regions and into central Africa. Mami Wata is described as having long dark hair, very fair skin and compelling eyes. She may appear to her devotees (in dreams and visions) , she is also said to walk the streets of modern African cities in the guise of beautiful but elusive woman. She is interested in
all things contemporary; some of her favourite offerings include sweets, imported perfumes, sunglasses and Coca Cola. The spirit appears to be related to other water spirits. Mami Wata is also said to have a number of avatars on earth - mortal women who have the same look as the deity and who acts as her daughters. Mami Wata may give wealth to her devotees.