NANA NSADEN Movie Poster - Authentic Ghanaian Hand-Painted Art
Discover the rare and stunning NANA NSADEN movie poster, a hand-painted piece of art crafted in Ghana, West Africa. This one-of-a-kind poster is oil-painted on canvas by the renowned artist PAPAWARSTI, known for his distinctive style. Originally designed to promote the African film NANA NSADEN 1, this artwork captures the essence of ritual, JuJu, and black magic themes.
Poster Details:
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Film: NANA NSADEN 1
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Theme: Ritual, JuJu, Black Magic
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Artist: PAPAWARSTI for NAME video
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Size: 56" x 42" (142 cm x 106 cm)
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Condition: Good condition with minor wear. Some areas have paint loss, small holes, and repairs, adding to its authentic charm. See photos for details.
This striking hand-painted movie poster for "Nana Nsaden" exemplifies the unique and bold artistry of Ghanaian cinema posters. Crafted on recycled flour sacks, the vibrant colors and expressive figures reflect the film’s intense narrative and cultural elements. As with many posters of this tradition, the illustrations are exaggerated, bringing to life the key characters and scenes of the movie in a visually captivating way. The rough texture and signs of wear, including peeling paint and cracks, tell the story of the poster’s use in promoting mobile cinema screenings across Ghana.
Cultural and Artistic Significance
Hand-painted movie posters from Ghana hold a unique place in the world of African art. Created by local artists to advertise mobile cinemas in the 1980s and 1990s, these posters are painted on recycled flour sacks using vivid oil paints. The artists had the freedom to interpret the films however they wished, often adding scenes or exaggerating characters to attract larger audiences. Each poster is therefore a unique work of art, reflecting both the film and the artist's personal vision. As these posters were transported across Ghana, displayed in open-air cinemas, they endured various weather conditions, contributing to their iconic, worn look. The art form saw its decline in the mid-1990s with the rise of television, but the posters remain highly collectible and have been exhibited in galleries worldwide, preserving a key part of Ghana’s artistic and cinematic heritage.
Film Information
"Nana Nsaden" (African Movie)
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