Yocouba Mask Society 80’s tshirt

dancer on stilts over African continent

Crew neckline

Short sleeves

Super soft 50/50 blend

Single seam on shirt

The Yacouba are a group of people who live in Guinea, Liberia, and Cote d'Ivoire. They are known as the "people of the mask" and love to dance and sing in various rituals, the Yacouba dancer dolls represent this traditional dancer. They also produce many drums which they use for their various festivals.

The masks represent the home of the spirit of a dead ancestor. When someone dies their soul enters a mask and when a person wears the mask they are able to give life to the spirit which lives in the mask. Through rituals and observances the masks constantly reaffirm the supernatural world in the life of the Yacouba

Brand/Designer/Label: Jerzees (made in USA)

Tag Size: XL

Fits like: Medium or Large (Depending on Desired Fit)

Material: 50% cotton, 50% polyester

Condition: good

Clipped on Mannequin: no

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Length: 30" / 76 cm

Bust: 44" / 112 cm

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DRESS FORM/ MANNEQUIN is wearing the size detailed above but she typically measures a size 4/6 by modern retail sizes or a general size small. Belt Accessories and other clothes are NOT included. All Garments Have Been Laundered/Steamed or Dry Cleaned and are Ready-To-Wear.

This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage boutique in Detroit Metro.