Zombie
Charles Obas “Zombie”
Painting Description:
The zombie character is central to Haitian folklore. It articulates a memory of the loss of control over self suffered during the period of slavery. In Oba's painting the zombie has further reference to the physical labor of slaves on Haitian plantations. The zombie is forced to do mindless labor on a plantation owned by a tyrant. He is led around on a leash, chained at night, and beaten when he does not respond quickly enough..
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Data sheet
- Year
- 1965
- Technique
- Acrylic On Masonite
- Width
- 20.00 Inches
- Height
- 24.00 Inches
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