RICHES 1 Movie Poster - Hand-Painted Authentic African Art
RICHES 1 Movie Poster - Hand-Painted Authentic African Art
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RICHES 1 Movie Poster - Authentic Hand-Painted Art from Ghana
Beautiful, authentic hand-painted movie poster from Ghana, West Africa.
DETAILS FOR THIS FILM AND POSTER:
- Film: RICHES 1
- Genre: African - Ritual - JuJu - Black Magic Film
- Poster: Hand Painted in Ghana by Sunil Shetty for JK Video
- Art Size: 64" x 40" (162 cm x 101 cm)
- Condition: Good condition with a few damages, some repairs, and minor paint wear due to usage. Please see photos.
This hand-painted movie poster represents the film "Riches 1." Created by skilled Ghanaian artists, this poster exemplifies the vibrant and expressive style unique to Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters. Painted on recycled flour sacks, the poster features bold colors and dynamic imagery, capturing the essence of the movie in a distinctive artistic manner.
Cultural and Artistic Significance
Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters are a remarkable form of African art that emerged in the 1980s with the advent of video technology. These posters, painted on recycled flour sacks, were used to promote mobile cinema screenings across Ghana. Local artists had the freedom to creatively interpret and sometimes embellish scenes from the movies, making each poster a unique piece of art. Despite the harsh conditions they endured, many of these posters survived, becoming highly collectible and celebrated in art exhibitions worldwide.
This art form highlights the resourcefulness and creativity of Ghanaian artists, who transformed simple materials into captivating works of art. The tradition of hand-painted movie posters has become a symbol of cultural expression and historical significance, reflecting the evolution of cinema in Ghana.
Explore more about the unique tradition of Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters at TribalGH's collection of Ghana movie posters.
For more detailed information on sold Ghanaian movie posters, visit the TribalGH Ghana movie posters Archives.