Hand-Painted TUMI BI SEN TUMI BI 2 Movie Poster - Ghanaian Art
This is a beautiful hand-painted oil-on-canvas movie poster from Ghana, West Africa.
DETAILS FOR THIS FILM AND POSTER:
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Film: TUMI BI SEN TUMI BI 2
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Genre: Ritual - JuJu - Black Magic
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Poster: Hand-painted in Ghana by "Papa Warsti" for NAME Video
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Art Size: 62 1/2" x 40 1/2" (159 cm x 103 cm)
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Condition: Very good, with minor signs of wear due to usage. Please see photos.
This hand-painted movie poster for "Tumi Bi Sen Tumi Bi 2" is a striking example of Ghanaian artistry, vividly capturing the essence of the film through bold colors and dynamic compositions. Painted on recycled flour sacks, this poster embodies the traditional methods used by local artists to promote films in Ghana. The wear and tear visible on the canvas, along with signs of cracking and peeling, add to the authenticity and historical value of the piece.
Cultural and Artistic Significance
Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters are an important part of the country’s cultural heritage. These posters, which were once essential for promoting films in the mobile cinemas of the 1980s and 1990s, were often painted on recycled flour sacks by local artists. The tradition began with the advent of video cassettes in Ghana, where mobile cinemas traveled from town to town, showcasing films in social clubs, homes, and open-air venues. The large, colorful posters were a key tool in drawing crowds to these screenings.
Artists had the creative freedom to interpret and sometimes exaggerate scenes from the movies, resulting in unique and often fantastical depictions. The posters were exposed to the elements and underwent significant wear, making surviving pieces rare and highly collectible. Today, these posters are recognized as valuable works of art, displayed in museums worldwide and sought after by collectors.
